Two people arrested following armed robbery in Burlington

Two people have been arrested following an armed robbery in Burlington Friday afternoon. This robbery then led to a stand-off with police a short distance away.

Halton police say officers were initially called to the Royal Bank at 3030 Mainway at around 3:30 this afternoon for reports of a robbery.

CHCH News spoke with one person who did not want to appear on camera but says they were inside the bank at the time of the robbery. They describe seeing one of the suspects holding a shotgun against someone’s head and telling people to get on the floor as they demanded money.

The two suspects fled the area in a vehicle and were located by police a short distance away on Mainway just outside of a CARSTAR Collision and glass service building.

One of the suspects was immediately taken into custody, however, the second suspect remained in the vehicle with a firearm.

Police had asked people in the area to stay inside and shelter in place while they negotiated. Just before 6 p.m., police arrested the second suspect.

UPDATE:
The situation has been resolved and the suspect is in custody. Shelter in-place has been lifted. The road closure remains in effect as the investigation continues. Media release to follow.

— Halton Police (@HaltonPolice) March 15, 2024

A section of Mainway was closed for the investigation but has since re-opened.

Anyone with information is being asked to contact police.