Robbery suspect found hiding in home

An Oshawa man faces charges after police discovered him hiding during an attempted robbery.

On Wednesday, Sept. 4, at approximately 8 a.m., officers were called to a break and enter in progress on Thomas Street in Oshawa.

When officers arrived with police dogs, the suspect refused to exit the home.

He was later found hiding in a room within the house, and taken into custody without incident.

The 36-year-old man faces charges including break and enter, theft under $5,000, mischief and possession of property obtained by crime.

If anyone has information regarding this case, contact Cst. Shields of Central East Division at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 3984.