RCMP return to south Red Deer Wal-Mart, this time for robbery with a weapon

From Red Deer RCMP:

On Jan. 9, 2020, at approximately 11:00 p.m., Red Deer RCMP responded to a report of a robbery with a weapon at the South Wal-Mart location.

It is alleged that an adult female suspect pointed what is believed to be a firearm at an employee after being confronted about items she was attempting to steal. A confrontation ensued but no one was injured.

The female suspect fled to a waiting vehicle in the parking lot. The vehicle was not located in the area after extensive patrols of responding police members.

The incident is still under investigation and Red Deer RCMP are searching for the female suspect and occupants of the vehicle.

If you have information about this incident or know the identity of the suspect, please contact the Red Deer RCMP non-emergency line at 403-343-5575. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.