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By Greg Fry

Crime

RCMP seek jewelry thief

Aug 18, 2022 | 4:35 PM

PRINCE GEORGE — Local Mounties are seeking your help in identifying the person responsible for a robbery earlier this week.

Prince George RCMP say that shortly before noon on Monday, August 15, they received a report of a robbery at a store on the 1900-block of Victoria Street.

“Employees at the location said a man entered the store and sprayed bear spray toward the employees,” says Cpl. Jennifer Cooper. “The suspect then used a hammer to smash a glass case and stole some jewelry before leaving the store.”

Police quickly attended the scene but were able to locate the suspect, who is described as wearing:

• A red hat
• Two masks
• Glasses
• Black gloves
• Dark grey sweater
• Grey sweatpants
• Black and white shoes

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RCMP say the suspect left the area riding a red BMX bike with a blue right rear triangle and white front tire. Total value of the theft is over $1,400.

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The employees affected by the bear spray recovered without serious injury.

If you have any information about this or any other criminal offence, please contact the Prince George RCMP at (250)561-3300 or anonymously contact Crime Stoppers at 1(800)222-8477 or online at www.northernbccrimestoppers.ca (English only).

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