Woodstock armed robbery suspect arrested in Burlington, facing drug charges

A Woodstock police cruiser is seen in this undated photo (Source: Woodstock Police Service)

A 38-year-old woman from Woodstock is facing several charges in relation to an armed robbery investigation and outstanding warrant issued by Woodstock police.

On Feb. 27, a robbery on Pavey Street resulted in the arrest of three people, with a warrant issued for a fourth.

On Wednesday, March 5, mambers of the OPP Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) squad arrested and located the person wanted in the Woodstock robbery in Burlington. A search of the suspect resulted in a seizure of suspected fentanyl and methamphetamine, with an estimated value of nearly $10,000.

The 38-year-old from Woodstock faces charges as a result of the robbery, and drugs investigation, including aggravated assault, forcible confinement, armed robbery, and two counts of possession of a scheduled 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking.

The suspect was held in custody for a bail hearing.