Suspect Wanted After Armed Robbery at Convenience Store in Bowmanville

Police are searching for a suspect after an armed robbery at a convenience store in Bowmanville.

On Monday, June 1, 2026, at approximately 2:15 a.m., members of East Division responded to a robbery call at the Circle K convenience store located at 100 Mearns Avenue. A male entered the business and demanded cash from the register while threatening an employee with a knife. The suspect fled the area on foot prior to police arrival.

The victim did not suffer any physical injuries.

The suspect is described as: male, White, approximately 25-years-old, and approximately 5’8” tall. 

Anyone with cell phone, dash cam, surveillance footage or information about this incident is asked to contact the Auto Robbery Crime Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5355.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

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