Dolly Parton-style wig-wearing robbery suspect arrested

Hamilton police have arrested asuspect in a robbery of a convenience store where the thief wore a Dolly Parton style wig.

A 61-year-old Hamilton man has been charged.

On Oct. 22 shortly after 3:00 a.m. Hamilton police responded to a Mac's convenience store on York Road in Dundas.

Police say information was provided that the male was dressed as a female wearing a blonde wig and mini skirt.

According to police, the man used a sharp-edged weapon to threaten a lone employee to steal cigarettes.

Police say there were no injuries from the incident.

The 61-year-old has been charged with robbery and disguise with intent.

According to police, survivancevideo provided to them assisted in the arrest.

This robbery was in addition to three others that took place on the Mountain over the weekend, but police don't believe this robbery wasconnectedto the others.