RCMP investigating break and enter into Winfield arena

RCMP investigating break and enter into Winfield arena

Culprits damage building, steal considerable amount of valuables Mar. 24

More serious crime in the rural areas as Breton/Thorsby RCMP investigate a break and enter, this time to a large, regional recreation facility.

According to RCMP media relations group spokesperson Cpl. Laurel Scott, “On March 24, 2018 Thorsby/Breton RCMP responded to a report of a break and enter to the Winfield Arena.

“Investigation into the matter revealed that the incident occurred between 2 and 2:40 a.m. Entry was gained through the back emergency door.

“The suspects caused extensive property damage and made off with several items including food, a Delta-brand power mitre saw, hand tools and chemicals. The total loss has reached a substantial value.

“If you have any information that could assist in this investigation, please contact the Breton RCMP at 780-7696-3920; or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.crimestoppers.ab.ca.”

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