On January 16, 2020 after an extensive investigation undertaken the Orillia Crime Unit, Orillia Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and the Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) police arrested and charged, 31 year old, Justin Hiller of Orillia with the following offences:
- Robbery
- Disguise with Intent
- Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
- Uttering Threats
- Carrying a Concealed Weapon
- Use of a Firearm While Committing an Offence
- Possession of a Firearm While Prohibited
On January 16, 2020 Erin Teachout attended the Orillia OPP Detachment where she was also arrested and charged with the following offences:
- Accessory After the Fact
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
Both of the accused have been released on an Undertaking and set to appear next at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia on February 04, 2020.
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The Orillia OPP are currently investigating a robbery which occurred in the township of Oro-Medonte.
On December 28, 2019, shortly after midnight, a male walked into a gas station on Highway 11 and demanded cash and cigarettes. After a brief verbal interaction, the employee complied and the male fled the area northbound on foot.
The suspect is described as:
- Caucasian Male.
- Approximately 6 feet to 6 feet 3 inches tall.
- Slim build
- Wearing a black zip up jacket with the hood up and a baseball hat underneath
- Dark pants
- Black boots
- Dark gloves with writing on the back of the hands
- Small green camouflaged bag
If anyone was driving in the area of Highway 11 and Line 7 between the hours of 11 p.m. on December 27, 2019 and 3:00 a.m. on December 28, 2019 and has dash cam footage or has seen a person matching this description, you are encouraged to contact the Orillia OPP at 1-800-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477.