The co-accused in an armed robbery investigation in Quesnel has been sentenced in provincial court.
37-year old Robert Hovestad was given jail time served, which amounted to 30 days, 24 months probation and a lifetime firearms prohibition after pleading guilty to three weapons-related offences.
Jade Bennett, also charged in connection with this case, was sentenced to 12 months probation after pleading guilty to a lesser charge of occupying a vehicle knowing that a firearm was present.
All of these charges are in connection with an incident in September of 2023.
Quesnel RCMP say they responded to a report of armed robbery at the west end of the foot bridge on North Fraser Drive.
Police say the victim told them that he was attacked by three men with guns and batons, and that they assaulted him and took his wallet and backpack.
A suspect vehicle was located and RCMP say they seized a sawed-off shotgun and a prohibited handgun.
