Brampton was hit by three overnight robberies in various parts of the city on Sunday (Jan. 5) morning.

Peel Regional Police responded to three similar robbery incidents between midnight and 3 a.m.

The first robbery occurred just before 1 a.m. at a convenience store near Bramalea Road and Countryside Drive. Police were told a gun was seen on the suspect, and a store employee received minor injuries.

The second robbery occurred just before 2 a.m. near North Park Drive and MacKay Street at a retail food business. Police were told again that a gun was seen on the suspect, but there were no reported injuries.