Man charged in Mississauga robbery, weapons seized

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An 18-year-old man and a 14-year-old boy have been charged following a robbery in Mississauga.

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In a news release issued Friday, Peel Regional Police said an 18-year-old man from Etobicoke was in the area of ​​City Center Dr. in Mississauga on April 6 when he was approached by a group of men. According to police, one of the men demanded the victim's property, and the victim complied.

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A group of men fled the area.

A short time later, police said they saw the same group of men at the mall and were later arrested.

Police found a loaded handgun during the investigation.

Joseph Lee, 18, of Mississauga, was charged with willful concealment, unauthorized possession of a firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm, possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm and carrying a concealed weapon.

A 14-year-old boy, who cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, has been charged with robbery.

Two youths, aged 14 and 15, were released unconditionally.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 905-453-2121 ext. 1133, Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or by visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.

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