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Local man charged in armed robbery

By Brendan Miller on January 4, 2024.

Police have arrested and charged a Medicine Hat man after responding to a report of an armed robbery at a convenience store located on the 500 block of Rutherford Street.

The investigation revealed a man entered the store around 8 p.m. Jan. 1 brandishing a weapon, and made off with an undisclosed amount of cash.

Police say no injuries were reported as a result of the robbery and victim services has been offered to the individual involved.

On Jan. 2 police charged 55-year-old Dwayne Oliver with armed robbery, assault with a weapon, possession of a dangerous weapon and disguise with intent.

Oliver will remain in custody and is expected to appear in Medicine Hat Provincial Court on Jan.o 10.

Police say the investigation is ongoing and they are requesting the public call 403-529-8481 with any details or information.

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