Update:
The B.C. Court Services Online says Wesley is facing charges of attempted robbery, aggravated assault and possessing a weapon for dangerous purposes. The website adds that he has a court date on Nov. 14 at Williams Lake Law Court.
Original:
Quesnel RCMP arrested a 19-year-old suspect who they say attempted to rob a hardware store.
On November 10, 2024 at approximately 4:30 p.m., a man attempted to steal several items from a hardware store in the 100 block of Reid Street in Quesnel, an RCMP release said.
After a physical struggle between a staff member and the suspect, the man struck the staff member in the head with a hatchet.
A physical struggle ensued between the suspect and staff at the store.
The suspect pulled a large knife and stabbed an employee in the arm and then fled the store. The employee received a laceration to his head and arm. Mounties identified the suspect as 19-year-old David Wesley.
On November 11, 2024, Wesley was arrested for the robbery and has been held in custody pending a future court date.
"Police would like to remind people to use caution when confronting individuals involved in criminal activity," said Sgt. Clay Kronebusch. "They can be unpredictable and often carry weapons."
