WESTLOCK – Thieves made off with an estimated $1,500 in product and caused $700 worth of damages to a Capri Mall business following an early-morning burglary June 28.
Westlock RCMP Detachment acting commander Cpl. Riley Sutherland said the culprits entered Small Town Vapes, located at 10404 – 100th Street, around 1:35 a.m., Wednesday and triggered an alarm, while police weren’t contacted until around 6 a.m. The RCMP forensic identification unit was called out that day to gather evidence, while Sutherland said they’ve reviewed the security camera footage of the incident.
“We’re investigating and following up on leads currently. As well, a portion of the property has been recovered,” said Sutherland.
If you have any information on any crime call the Westlock RCMP Detachment at 780-349-4492 Monday to Friday during office hours, or if you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store. RCMP always encourages the public to report any criminal or suspicious activity as it tells them “where to look, who to look for, and where to patrol in the future” while if you see a crime in progress, dial 911.
