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Rash of thefts from vehicles
There has been a rash of thefts from vehicles over the past few days in Kimberley. Monday morning RCMP received four reports of thefts that occurred overnight in the Townsite area, specifically on 8th Avenue and Trail Street.
On Tuesday, police received several more reports from owners of vehicles near downtown and Norton Ave.
In most cases, suspect(s) entered unlocked vehicles and removed items. The stolen items include change, sunglasses, hunting knife and GPS unit. The incidents are still under investigation and the Forensic Identification Section is assisting.
A call was received around 3 a.m. on May 13, of a person checking vehicles in the Norton Avenue area; extensive patrols were conducted without success.
Police remind persons to lock their vehicle and refrain from leaving items inside. If you observe suspicious activity or if you have any information please call Kimberley RCMP at 250 427-4811
Cpl. Chris Newel,
Kimberley RCMP
