Durham Police investigators are asking the public to help identify two suspects after two robberies in Oshawa and Ajax Wednesday night.
On February 10 at about 7:45 pm, two suspects entered the Money Mart store on King Street West in Oshawa. One of the suspects indicated he had a firearm in his possession and made a demand for money. The suspects did not obtain any money and fled on foot.
A short time later, at approximately 8:30 pm, the same two suspects entered the Money Mart store on Kingston Road East in Ajax. One of the suspects, armed with a firearm, made a demand for money. The suspects did not obtain any money and fled on foot, said a police statement.
Neither employees suffered any physical injuries.
Suspect #1 is described as male, 5’5″ tall, thin build, with an accent. He was wearing a black toque, black face mask, black hooded winter jacket, grey pants and was carrying a black bag.
Suspect #2 is described as male, 6’0″ tall, thin build. He was wearing a black winter hat with beige fur lining, black face mask, a black jacket with beige on the inside and dark pants.
Anyone with information about this robbery is asked to contact the DRPS Robbery Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5355.