Second man charged, another sought for East York robbery

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A second man accused of a robbery in East York last month has been arrested and charged while another suspect is still being sought by authorities.

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Toronto Police said officers responded to a call for a robbery on Aug. 8 at approximately 3:30 a.m. in the Pape Ave. and O’Conner Dr. area.

Police allege that three armed suspects entered an apartment and assaulted the victims in the unit.

The suspects then stole a number of items from the victims and fled the area, cops added.

According to police, the victims sustained minor injuries.

On Sunday, police announced the arrest of a 31-year-old man from Toronto.

Kyle Nahwegezhic has been charged with robbery with an offensive weapon, break and enter commit, two counts of assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon, assault, and uttering threats.

On Thursday, Toronto Police said York Regional Police were able to locate and arrest a 36-year-old man from Toronto.

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Daniel Nahwegezhic has been charged with robbery with an offensive weapon, break and enter commit, two counts of assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon, assault, and uttering threats.

In addition, investigators are looking to identify an unknown third man.

Investigators released images of the man and described him as having light brown hair, a goatee and a large tattoo on his right calf. He was wearing a white baseball hat, blue and white shirt, black shorts and black boots.

He is wanted for robbery with an offensive weapon, break and enter commit, two counts of assault with a weapon, and possession of a weapon.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or online at 222tips.com.

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