Bank robbery in Burlington leads to two arrests
Published March 18, 2024 at 4:21 pm
Two people now face several charges following an armed robbery in Burlington last week.
Halton Regional Police were called to the Royal Bank at 3030 Mainway in Burlington at approximately 3:30 p.m. on March 15 following reports that two men had robbed the branch.
According to reports, the suspects fled in a vehicle but were located by police nearby.
One suspect was immediately taken into custody, however, a second suspect remained in the vehicle and in possession of a firearm.
The incident caused some tense moments for those who were in the area who were told by police to take cover and remain indoors.
After a short standoff, the suspect negotiated his surrender to officers.
Police have now charged the following two men:
Michael Uzelac (37), of Welland, has been charged with the following:
- Occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
- Armed robbery using a firearm
- Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
Stephane Smith (54), of Niagara Falls, has been charged with the following:
- Armed robbery using a firearm
- Utter threat to cause death or bodily harm
- Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
- Pointing a firearm
- Firearm – use while committing an offence
- Unauthorized possession of a firearm
- Unauthorized possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle
Both accused have been held in custody pending a bail hearing.
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