A 20-year-old Medicine Hat man has been charged in connection with a robbery of a business that occurred on April 3, 2021.

In the early morning hours of April 3, 2021, the Medicine Hat Police Service received a report of a robbery at a business located in the 300 block of 12 Street NE. The male approached the counter and after a brief conversation with the clerk, produced a weapon, and made demands. The male left the business with an undisclosed amount of product.

The MHPS Major Crimes Section led the investigation and extend thanks to the members of the public that came forward to provide information that resulted in this arrest and charges.

Resulting from the investigation, Jose Chacon Fierro was charged with Robbery and Possession of a Weapon. Fierro has been released from custody with conditions and a court appearance scheduled for May 11, 2021.

Media Contact:

S/Sgt. Darcy Brandt
Major Crime Section
Medicine Hat Police Service
Ph:403-529-8421