Four youths including one from Caledon have been charged after a victim was robbed by teens armed with bear spray north of Brampton.
The OPP says the hold-up reportedly happened back on Sept. 21 in the area of Dawson Road in Orangeville, some 40 kilometres north of Brampton.
The victim told police they had been assaulted, threatened with bear spray and had their personal property stolen, investigators say. Police did not disclose if the victim was injured, or what property was stolen.
Police say the investigation has led to the arrest of four male suspects, all between the ages of 15 and 19.
The OPP says a 19-year-old suspect from Caledon, two 15-year-old suspects and a 16-year-old suspect, all of Orangeville, have been charged with one count each of robbery with violence.
Three of the accused males were held in custody pending a bail hearing.
Anyone with information about this incident can contact the OPP by calling 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips may also be provided to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 or visiting www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.
When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, never have to testify, and could receive a $2,000 reward.
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