
Police are searching for a suspect following an attempted robbery in Lindsay.
According to the Kawartha Lakes Police Service, officers were called to a convenience store on Kent Street West shortly after 5:30 p.m. on Friday (Oct. 9).
“A male entered the store and demanded cash from the clerk and a brief struggle ensued. A customer entered the store and interrupted the robbery at which time the male attempted to flee, but was then detained by the customer,” reads a media release.
“After a brief struggle, the male fled the scene. There were no physical injuries reported. Police have identified the suspect with the assistance of video surveillance; the investigation is ongoing.”