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Witnesses sought in Saturday Subway robbery

Cliffe Ave. location hit by man 'either wearing a white mask or painting his face white'
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Security camera still image of Subway robbery suspect

On Saturday, Oct. 22 at 10 p.m., Comox Valley RCMP responded to a report of a robbery at a local Subway Restaurant, located on the 1000 Block of Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay.

A male, wearing a dark blue hoodie, baggy cargo pants and sunglasses had disguised himself by either wearing a white mask or painting his face white. The male is believed to be in his 40s, with a thin face and brown curly hair.

The male entered the business, demanding cash. There were no physical injuries to any of employees, who complied with the commands of the male. The suspect fled on foot, heading south on Cliffe Avenue.

The Comox Valley RCMP are looking for witnesses, if you had seen this male, or have any information regarding this robbery, please contact the Comox Valley RCMP detachment at 250-338-1321 or, to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) (2016-13369)