Investigators arrest two suspects in connection with Sept. 19th robbery of currency store

Robbery Section detectives have arrested two suspects in connection with a brazen Sept. 19th armed robbery of a currency store, which saw more than $120,000 in antique coins and currency taken from the commercial business.

On Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018, at approximately noon, investigators executed warrants at a residential address near 60 Street and 167 Avenue. Once inside, detectives arrested Andrew Kemp, 31, without incident, and charged him with robbery, possession of an offensive weapon, wearing a disguise with intent and theft of a motor vehicle.

Detectives also arrested Lee Malbeuf in a vehicle nearby the residence. A firearm was also discovered in the suspect vehicle. The 47-year-old male is facing charges of robbery, possession of an offensive weapon, disguise with intent, theft of a motor vehicle and possession of firearm.

Investigators successfully recovered approximately one-third of the stolen antique coins and currency, while executing the search warrant at the residence.

Investigators continue to search for a third suspect, a woman, who is also believed to have been involved in the heist. She is described as being Caucasian, 5’2”, 140lbs, 20-25 years old with short dark hair.

                                                                                          

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of this female suspect is asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service Complaint Line at 780-423-4567 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your tip online at www.p3tips.com/250.

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