Scream Scares Off Would-Be Robbers In Barrie

One armed with rifle

Barrie Police are looking for two suspects after an attempted robbery last night at a home on Shanty Bay Road. They say two men, one armed with a rifle, tried to break in through a rear door. When confronted, the homeowner screamed and the pair fled. They were tracked to Blake Street before the canine unit lost the scent. Anyone with information that could help in the investigation is asked to call Barrie Police at 705-725-7025 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).