Man arrested after early morning robbery in Westsyde
Jun 13, 2022 | 4:26 PM
Dave Barry
KAMLOOPS — A Kamloops man is in custody after an early morning robbery in Westsyde.
According to Kamloops RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Crystal Evelyn, RCMP were called to a business in the 3000-block of Westsyde Road at about 5:45 a.m. Monday (June 13).
Witnesses said a man came into the store, demanded cash and threatened the clerk before taking off on foot.
“Officers flooded the area and located a suspect matching the description provided,” said Evelyn. “The suspect was quickly captured and taken into custody.”
Xavier Sky Kalelest, 25, is facing a single count of robbery and will remain in custody until his next court appearance.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has related surveillance video is asked to contact Kamloops RCMP at (250) 828-3000 and refer to file number 2022-19943.
