‘Takeover-style robbery’ at Vancouver nightclub under investigation: police
Posted July 7, 2023 9:42 am.
Last Updated July 7, 2023 10:03 am.
Police in Vancouver say a nightclub was the target of a “takeover-style” armed robbery in April, leaving one person seriously injured.
According to the Vancouver Police Department, it happened on April 9 at an establishment in Yaletown after hours. Two suspects are said to have entered the club, threatened staff with a gun and knife, and stole $25,000 in cash.
During the robbery, police say six people had their hands zip-tied and were “forcibly confined.” Investigators say one person was seriously assaulted, leaving them with a “life-altering injury.”
Officers say “a number of” suspects have been identified but no arrests have been made as more evidence is needed before charges can be recommended.
On Friday, police released security footage of a man who may have information about the incident.
Vancouver police are hoping to speak with this man whom they believe has information about an armed robbery at a Yaletown nightclub in April. (Supplied: VPD)
“We believe this man was present at the nightclub at the time of the offence and could have important information that could assist us in completing the investigation,” said Const. Tania Visintin. “We want to speak with this man to find out what he knows.”
Anyone with information can call the VPD’s major crime unit a 604-717-2541.
