The items seized in a search of a residence on June 5. Photo Courtesy of Watson Lake RCMP.
Whitehorse, YT – A 31-year-old man is facing multiple charges following an armed robbery in Watson Lake last month.
On May 23rd, Watson Lake RCMP say they responded to reports of a male who pointed a firearm, assaulted and stole property from an individual. The victim was treated in hospital.
Payton Semple was arrested in connection with the incident and faces charges including aggravated assault, robbery with a firearm and carrying a concealed weapon.
A June 5 search of a residence led to the seizure of ammunition, quantities of believed controlled drugs including cocaine and an illegally modified small caliber firearm.
