A 21-year-old Windsor man is facing a number of charges after allegedly robbing a man at gunpoint in a north London shopping mall parking lot, then later fleeing the scene of a multi-vehicle collision.

According to police, the suspect met a man to buy a cell phone at about 7:50 p.m. Monday.

Police say the suspect pulled a firearm and demanded the victim hand over the phone, which he did. The suspect then fled in a car.

A short time later, the suspect was involved in a collision with multiple vehicles in the area of Highbury Avenue and Oxford Street East, where he fled on foot.

The Canine Unit was brought in to investigate and the suspect was located, along with a replica firearm.

A 21-year-old Windsor man is facing the following charges:

One count of armed robbery.

Two counts of possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000.

Two counts of failing to comply with a release order.

One count of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.

One count of failure to stop at the scene of accident.

London police are reminding the public to be vigilant when meeting people to exchange goods. Police say you should meet in well-travelled and well-lit areas and avoid secluded areas and spaces.

If you have to go alone, let someone know where and when you intend to meet.

Police are asking anyone with information in relation to this incident to call them at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in on-line anonymously to www.londoncrimestoppers.com.