The Saint John Police are asking for your help to identify a man involved in an armed robbery at an East Saint John convenience store that left an employee injured.

According to a media release from the Saint John Police, the incident occurred on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at approximately 7:20 p.m. A male suspect allegedly entered a convenience store on Bonita Avenue with a weapon and took an undisclosed amount of cash.

A store employee was injured during the robbery and transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The employee has since been released.

Suspect and Vehicle Description

Police have been unable to identify the suspect and are releasing security camera images to the public. The suspect is described as a Caucasian male, English-speaking, with a slender build, and believed to be under 35 years old. He is approximately 5’6” to 5’7” tall.

He was last seen wearing black clothing, a black and white bandana, and black gloves. A key identifying feature is a visible tattoo that covers his left forearm.

The suspect fled the scene in an older model silver or gold car with tinted windows and a loud exhaust.

How You Can Help

The Major Crime and Forensic Identification Units are actively investigating the robbery. If you can identify the suspect in the photographs or have any information about this incident, you are urged to contact the Saint John Police at 506-648-3333.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can provide information through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or by visiting their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened?
An armed robbery took place at a convenience store on Bonita Avenue in East Saint John on the evening of December 28, 2024.

What does the suspect look like?
He is described as a slender Caucasian male under 35, around 5’6″ tall, with a prominent tattoo covering his left forearm. He was wearing all black clothing and a bandana.

Was anyone injured?
Yes, a store employee sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was treated at the hospital before being released.

Who should I contact if I have information?
You can contact the Saint John Police directly at 506-648-3333 or provide an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.