By CKPG Today

Crime

Hatchet and knife-wielding robbery suspect arrested in Quesnel

Nov 12, 2024 | 2:04 PM

QUESNEL — Mounties in Quesnel arrested 19-year-old David Wesley following a violent incident Sunday afternoon.

RCMP say the incident occurred at approximately 4:30 p.m., when police allege Wesley attempted to steal several items from a hardware store on the 100 block of Reid Street.

“Staff attempted to intervene in the theft and the man presented a hatchet and struck the staff member in the head,” says Sgt. Clay Kronebusch.

“A physical struggle ensued between the suspect and staff at the store. The suspect pulled a large knife and stabbed the employee in the arm and then fled the store. The employee received a laceration to his head and arm.”

RCMP arrested Wesley on Monday (November 11) and has been held in custody pending a future court date.

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“Police would like to remind people to use caution when confronting individuals involved in criminal activity,” says Kronebusch. “They can be unpredictable and often carry weapons.”