Tillsonburg resident brandishes firearm while asking people for money, OPP say

One person has been arrested after reports of a suspect with a gun in Tillsonburg early Thursday morning.

A resident of Tillsonburg is facing a dozen charges after approaching members of the public to ask for money while brandishing a firearm early Thursday morning.

According to a news release from Oxford County OPP, at approximately 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, police received reports of a person approaching members of the public and asking for money while brandishing a firearm.

Police say no property was lost by the victims and no injuries were reported.

There was an increased police presence on King Street while police conducted their investigation. Resources have since cleared the area.

As a result of the investigation, a 23-yea

r-old resident of Tillsonburg has been arrested and charged with the following offences:

• Armed robbery (two counts)
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose (three counts)
• Disguise with intent (two counts)
• Carrying concealed weapon (two counts)
• Use firearm while committing offence (two counts)
• Fail to comply with undertaking

The accused is currently being held in custody, awaiting a bail hearing.

Police add that no other details will be released at this time.

“We recognize that these types of calls are very unsettling in our communities. Our commitment is to continue to react as quickly as possible, as seen today, to safely stop these crimes from continuing. Apprehending suspects and offering support for victims is paramount in helping to keep Oxford County safe and feeling supported,” Detachment Commander Insp. Tony Hymers said in a statement.