Update:
North Bay Police say they have arrested the man that they believe was responsible for the alleged robbery of a taxi cab driver more than a week ago.
Police say after canvassing the area, conducting interviews and reviewing surveillance video, they were able to identify a suspect.
Now, police have arrested and charged a 28-year-old North Bay man in connection to the incident on January 13th.
He is facing one robbery charge and two breaching probation charges.
The accused is being held in custody and is scheduled to appear in court on January 29th.
Original:
North Bay Police are on the lookout for a suspect they say is involved in a downtown taxi cab robbery and assault on Sunday.
Authorities say the suspect was first picked up downtown by the cab and driven to the Rose and Ann Street area shortly after 1:30 pm.
Police say a struggle took place when the passenger asked for change, grabbed cash from the driver and threatened to stab him.
The suspect then fled on foot.
He is being described as a white male, 30-35 years old, 5’10” with a slim build, and was clean shaven.
The man was wearing a baseball cap, beige waist-length hooded jacket, blue jeans, and work boots.
Police say he has facial tattoos or markings under both eyes and on both sides of his mouth.
Anyone with information is asked to call North Bay Police or Crime Stoppers.
