Yellowhead RCMP make arrest after armed robbery
On August 3, 2025, at approximately 10:05 pm, Wasagaming RCMP received a report of an armed robbery at a business on Main Street in Strathclair.
Officers responded immediately and when they arrived on scene, were advised by an employee that a male entered the business, demanded money and threatened them with bear spray.
The suspect then fled on foot with cash and alcohol. The employee was not physically injured during the incident.
Officers were able to obtain a detailed description of the suspect and began patrols but were not able to locate him.
Upon further investigation, the suspect was identified, and a warrant was issued for his arrest. The suspect was later brought into the Minnedosa RCMP detachment by a family member and arrested.
Styles Hotain, 21, from Strathclair was charged with following:
- Robbery with offensive weapon
- Possession of weapon for dangerous purposes
- Fail to comply with probation order x2
- Disobeying order of court
Hotain remains in custody.
Yellowhead RCMP continue to investigate.
*Yellowhead RCMP are responsible for areas in Shoal Lake, Hamiota, Elphinstone and Wasagaming.