Trio arrested, charged after armed home invasion in Windsor

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Three men are facing a slew of charges after an armed home invasion in Windsor over the weekend.

Police responded to a call just before 1 p.m. Saturday for a report of a home invasion with a firearm at residence in the 1600 block of Elsmere Avenue.

Officers said two individuals, one of whom was armed with a handgun, were dropped off in front of the residence by a third person.

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Police said the suspects entered the home, brandished the firearm, and demanded money from two occupants who were inside. The suspects stole items before they fled the scene to be picked up by a third person at a nearby location.

Investigators said they believe that the suspects and victims were known to each other.

Police arrested two suspects later that day in the 1200 block of Albert Road. A third suspect was arrested the next day in the 800 block of Villaire Avenue.

Three men — ages 35, 38, and 55 — face charges related to break-and-enter and robbery with a weapon; pointing a firearm and uttering threats to cause bodily harm.

The 38-year-old was additionally charged with possession of a firearm while prohibited and breach of probation. The 55-year-old also faces an additional charge for failing to comply with a release order.

Anyone with information should call the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at catchcrooks.com.

mholmeshill@postmedia.com

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