Lethbridge police identify armed robbery suspect

Lethbridge police are asking for public assistance to locate Robert James Speir, wanted in connection with a June 26 armed robbery at Ace Liquor.

Lethbridge police have identified the suspect in an armed robbery and asking for public assistance to help locate him.

On June 27, just after 7 p.m., a man went into Ace Liquor on the 300 block of Bluefox Boulevard North, chose some liquor, approached the counter, produced a knife and demanded cash.

He fled with an undisclosed amount of cash.

No one was injured.

Lethbridge resident Robert James Speir, 62, has been charged with robbery and possession of an offensive weapon dangerous to the public.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 403-328-4444. Anonymous tips can be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online or by downloading the P3 Tips app.