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By James Peters
Train Robbery

CN police, RCMP investigating Monday train robbery in Brocklehurst

Mar 28, 2023 | 1:36 PM

KAMLOOPS — Kamloops RCMP are assisting CN Rail police as they investigate a train robbery.

Spokesperson Cpl. Crystal Evelyn says RCMP were called just after 7:00 a.m. Monday (March 27). The incident took place at the junction of Tranquille Road and Ord Road in Brocklehurst.

It’s not known what was taken.

Evelyn says the suspect was armed and made off in a white sedan.

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Suspect description:

  • White male
  • 5’8″ tall
  • 30 to 40 years old
  • Wearing a balaclava, a black hat with a white Puma logo, a black hoodie and black jeans

CN police are leading the investigation. An email from a CN spokesman confirmed the investigation, but did not offer any further details.

Anyone with further information is asked to contact CN police.

Image Credit: CFJC Today / Kent Simmonds
Image Credit: CFJC Today / Kent Simmonds
Image Credit: CFJC Today / Kent Simmonds
by James Peters
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