A woman who allegedly robbed a downtown Nanaimo gas bar with a toy gun ended up becoming a victim herself when another thief made off with her ill-gotten gains.
The incident occurred at approximately 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, at the Mid Island Co-op gas station, located at 60 Victoria Cres., according to a Nanaimo RCMP press release.
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An officer arrived on scene quickly enough to find the suspect still in the parking lot and holding what appeared to be a pistol. After she was told to drop the pistol and backpack, the officer noticed the pistol was nothing more than a plastic toy.
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The officer took notice, gave chase and located the backpack thief just a short distance away. The individual, a 30-year-old man, was arrested without incident. He was later released and charges are pending.
Karlee Pelletier was held overnight in custody and appeared in provincial court in Nanaimo on Friday, Oct. 14, and formally charged with robbery with an imitation firearm, robbery, and disguise with intent. She remains in custody while awaiting her next court appearance Thursday, Oct. 20.
RCMP Victim Services were requested and are actively assisting the employees of the business.
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