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Thompson RCMP responds to armed robbery

A man was arrested Sunday evening and charged with possession of a weapon and robbery.

A man entered a business on Mystery Lake Road, stole several items, then threatened employees with a screwdriver when confronted by security.

He then fled the scene.

He was located outside another business nearby. When told multiple times he was under arrest, he ignored the commands and a conducted energy weapon was used.

Craig Francois, 24, of Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, was arrested and was remanded into custody.

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