Suspect sought after armed robbery at Wainfleet convenience store

Niagara officers are searching for a suspect who robbed a convenience store in Wainfleet.

The robbery happened around 3am on October 20th at a shop on Regional Road 24.

A worker told officers a man came into the store with a gun and demanded money and cigarettes. 

A shot was fired, but the employee wasn't injured. 

The suspect left the store and drove off in a grey SUV with a hood scoop and a sunroof.

He is described as a white male in his 30's, around 5'10'' with a heavy build, wearing a black jacket ad blue jeans.

Anyone who lives in the area are asked to review their surveillance footage and contact the lead detective by dialing 905-688-4111, option 3, extension 1008393.

Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).