Suspect arrested for string of armed robberies

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 25-39376
Suspect arrested for string of armed robberies

The Windsor Police Service has arrested a 37-year-old man in connection with a string of convenience store robberies.

Between April 15 and May 9, 2025, police responded to a total of seven armed robberies at businesses across Windsor. In each incident, a suspect matching the same description entered the store, threatened employees with a weapon, and stole items and cash.

No physical injuries were reported in any of these incidents.

Following an investigation by the Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit, officers identified the suspect as Luke Joseph Lachance.    

In the early hours of May 10, officers located and arrested Lachance as he exited an apartment building in the 2500 block of Lauzon Road. He has been charged with robbery with an offensive weapon (x 7) and wearing a disguise with intent to commit an indictable offence (x 7).

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