Edmonton Police Service are looking to identify a suspect following two separate armed robberies at convenience stores this week.
On Monday at approximately 9:30 p.m., a male suspect entered a convenience store near 118 Avenue and 34 Street, brandished a knife at an employee and stole cash from the register.
On Wednesday at approximately 9:50 p.m. the suspect reportedly entered a convenience store in the area of 118 Avenue and 103 Street, again brandished a knife at an employee, and took cash from the register.
Police said in both incidents the suspect was aggressive with employees.
Investigators are concerned the behaviour may escalate to a more violent incident. Police are reaching out to the public to assist with the identification of the suspect.
Anyone who can identify this suspect is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.
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