Northern Ont. woman faces multiple charges after business robbed

North Bay police arrested a woman after a robbery at a local business. The accused assaulted an employee during the theft, then gave police a false name.

A 38-year-old North Bay woman has been arrested and charged in connection with a robbery at a Lakeshore-area business last week.

The North Bay Police Service announced the arrest in a news release Monday, detailing multiple charges against the local woman, including robbery, assault, uttering threats, obstructing police and two counts of failing to comply with a probation order.

The incident

The alleged incident occurred on Aug. 8, when the accused entered a business and attempted to steal merchandise. Police say she assaulted an employee who confronted her before leaving the premises.

“As she left the premises, she approached a second victim, uttered threats before fleeing the scene,” the police said in the release.

Officers located and arrested the suspect nearby, but she initially provided a false identity.

Outstanding warrants discovered

Following further investigation, police confirmed the woman’s true identity and executed three outstanding arrest warrants against her.

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

A public reminder to report suspicious activity

Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and report any criminal activity. In emergencies, the public should call 911, while non-emergency matters can be directed to North Bay Police Service’s non-emergency line at [phone] or anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers.