Chestermere RCMP investigating robbery and assault over Halloween candy

Several teenagers were robbed and assaulted on Halloween night, according to Chestermere RCMP.

A news release from police says they received a call about several youths who had been threatened by a group of five to six teenagers.

RCMP said the youths demanded the victim's Halloween candy, and when they didn't hand it over, they threatened them with a machete and a gun. When the victims ran away, one of the suspects assaulted them with bear spray.

Police say the teens fled the scene in a red Volkswagen. 

They were believed to be wearing dark clothing and masks during the incident.

Anyone with information on the robbery and assault can call Chestermere RCMP at 403-204-8900.