3 GTA men in custody following armed robbery at Waterloo mall

Three men from the GTA have been taken into custody following an armed robbery in Waterloo.

It happened at a jewellery store in Conestoga Mall around 4 p.m. on Thursday.

Investigators say four suspects allegedly used hammers and batons to smash display cases and steal items.

One of the suspects was arrested by a security guard while the three other men ran off. Two of them were later taken into custody.

Police say a fourth suspect took off in a stolen vehicle from the mall parking lot. A driver and their young child were able to get out of the car before the suspect left the area.

Officers are still looking for that suspect.

The three other men, all in their early 20s, are facing several charges including robbery with a weapon, and possession of stolen property of over $5,000.

The investigation is ongoing.