The Orillia OPP have arrested a male in connection to a Robbery at a business downtown Orillia.
On May 29, 2023, shortly before 10 a.m., Orillia OPP responded to a report of a robbery where an unknown male entered the business, demanded cash while assaulting the employee.
Police immediately attended and canvassed the area.
With the assistance of business’s downtown and other community partners, police were able to identify the involved male.
Just after 11:00 a.m., Patrick Beighton, 50-year-old of Peterborough was arrested and charged with Robbery with Violence.
The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing.
