Man charged for robbing hotel with a hammer: Bridgewater police

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A man is facing charges after an armed robbery at a hotel in Bridgewater, N.S., Monday morning.

Bridgewater Police Service responded to a 911 call about an armed robbery at the Bridgewater Hotel on High Street around 10 a.m.

Police say the suspect was wearing a full-face motorcycle helmet and armed with a hammer when he entered the hotel.

The suspect then allegedly confronted the front counter staff and forced his way into a cash drawer.

Police say some items were stolen from the hotel, but no cash was taken.

A staff member suffered minor injuries during the incident.

Bridgewater Police Service says the suspect fled the scene through a rear door toward Heckman Avenue where he got into a small blue SUV.

Police found and arrested two adults from Bridgewater the next morning. They also searched a home and a vehicle as part of their investigation.

Shane Douglas Langille is facing the following charges:

• armed robbery
• disguise with intent
• possession of a weapon dangerous to public peace
• damage to property

Langille was scheduled to appear in Bridgewater provincial court Wednesday morning.

Police did not say whether the second person they arrested is facing charges.

Bridgewater Police Service is asking anyone with information on the case to call them at 902-543-2464.

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