Arrest made in early morning armed robbery, carjacking in Sarnia

A 43-year-old male was charged in connection with an armed robbery and carjacking in Sarnia.

A 43-year-old male was charged in connection with an armed robbery and carjacking in Sarnia.

Police said that around 3:30 a.m. Wednesday, a man entered the Circle K convenience store on Cathcart Boulevard and demanded money, cigarettes, and lotto tickets at gunpoint.

Police said she suspect then fled the scene.

Shortly after, same suspect allegedly approached a female driver who was sitting in her vehicle.

Police said the suspect pointed the firearm at her, demanding the vehicle and threatened to shoot her if she did not comply.

The suspect fled the scene in the stolen vehicle. The vehicle was located unoccupied in the area of Colborne Road shortly after.

Officers in the area found the suspect hiding nearby. Items from the robbery, the firearm used, and a canister of mace were located on the man.