Gun-Toting Thief Strikes Three Christchurch Shops in One Day!
A 23-year-old London man is set to face charges after a brazen robbery spree across Christchurch on Saturday, March 18, 2017. Police were called at 5.30pm when a man armed with a gun stormed the Co-Op Food store on Fairmile Road and stole food items – but thankfully, no one was hurt and no threats were made.
Robber Targets Shops Armed with Gun
The suspect didn’t stop there. He jumped into a white Ford Fiesta and drove next door to Fairmile Service Station. There, he strutted into the petrol station shop, brandishing the firearm, and helped himself to wine and cigarettes – walking out without paying.
Violence and Collision Follow
Moments later, the same man struck again at Fairmile Convenience Store, stealing more food and cigarettes. During that robbery, a man and woman were reportedly assaulted. As he fled the scene in his Fiesta, he collided with another vehicle.
Court Date Set: Charged with Multiple Offences
The suspect was arrested and charged on Monday, March 20, 2017, with robbery, assault, possession of a firearm without a certificate, theft, and possession of cannabis. He is due to appear at Poole Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, March 21, 2017.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Dorset Police urge anyone with information to get in touch. Contact them via their website at 123.
