Abbotsford police arrest suspect in two armed street robberies

Abbotsford Police say a South Asian male youth has been arrested in connection with two separate armed street robberies reported in the city last month. Police have not publicly identified the suspect.

According to police, the first incident happened on April 14 near the intersection of McClure Road and Trethewey Street during the afternoon hours. The second robbery was reported on April 30 at night near Exhibition Park along the Discovery Trail.

Investigators allege the same suspect was involved in both incidents. Police said the victims were threatened with a firearm and had jewelry stolen during the robberies.

As part of the investigation, officers executed a search at a residence connected to the suspect on May 14. Police said a suspected vehicle used in the incidents was recovered during the search.

Abbotsford Police have released a photo of the suspected Toyota Camry and are asking anyone with information about the vehicle or the suspect to contact investigators.