Attempted Armed Robbery Shuniah
Flying J Travel Plaza

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THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO - April 25, 2018   (LSN)  - On April 24, 2018, at approximately 11:38pm, officers from the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an armed robbery at Flying J Travel Plaza located on Highway 11/17 at 587  in the Municipality of Shuniah.

Police were advised that an unknown male, wearing a black, nylon cover/balaclava entered the business and brandished a knife at the employee and demanded money, which was not obtained. The suspect then fled the scene and police were notified.

The suspect is described as a Caucasian male, approximately 5'10", slim build, light brown, short hair, wearing a black or dark coloured hoodie.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is requested to call the OPP at

1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, any information regarding this incident can also be reported to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 or submit online at www.tipsubmit.com

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