EPS looking to identify man linked to crime spree

Suspect believed to be linked in crime spree. (Photo Courtesy: Edmonton Police Service)

By Cole Fortner

Posted January 12, 2024 3:40 pm.

Edmonton police are turning to the public in hopes of identifying a man believed to be linked to a recent crime spree.

EPS says over Jan. 8 and 9, the man allegedly robbed two stores in the north and west end of the city. In addition to allegedly stealing a vehicle in Westmount, assaulting someone at a bank, and an attempting fraud at another bank.

Police say the man is believed to be armed and dangerous.

He has been described as a man between 35 and 45-years-old and is roughly 6 feet tall.

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EPS say during one of the incidents, the man was seen driving a green VW Jetta sedan.

Police believe the crime spree will continue, noting the man might still be driving the Jetta, which might be borrowed or stolen.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact investigators at 780-423-4567 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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