Victim dies of injuries after armed robbery at gas station
Police say the victim of an armed robbery shooting at a gas station has since died of his injuries, and the suspect remains at large.
According to provincial police, the alleged robbery happened on Monday around 11:40 p.m. at the station on County Road 109.
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Police say the suspect shot the victim, who was then airlifted to a trauma centre in critical condition.
Police confirmed Mehakdeep Singh, 25, died on Thursday.
The suspect wore a dark-coloured, three-quarter-length winter jacket with a fur hood, black pants, black shoes, and a blue medical mask.
Police warn the public to call 911 if they know the whereabouts of person shown in photo. Wed., Oct. 9, 2024. (Supplied)
The OPP urges anyone with information to contact the authorities.
"If you see this individual, do not engage or approach. Call 911 immediately," police concluded.
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