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By James Peters

Property Crime

Kamloops RCMP investigating spate of business break-ins

Feb 26, 2024 | 4:27 PM

KAMLOOPS — RCMP say they are stepping up patrols in response to a rash of business break-ins, including a string in downtown Kamloops.

In a news release, Supt. Jeff Pelley says there were 25 business break-in reports between February 12 and 25, including 12 downtown. Many of the reports were smash-and-grab jobs, with the thieves not remaining on scene for very long.

Pelley says the pattern is a cause for concern.

“In response we have and continue to implement multi-faceted strategies, which include adding targeted proactive patrols, assigning teams of investigators to various areas based on data gathered and analyzed by our Criminal Intelligence and Crime Reduction units, and actively investigating known property crime offenders,” said Pelley.

Investigators aren’t certain if the break-ins are related, but have circulated security images, identified suspects and spoken with them.

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“As we continue to work on identifying and arresting those responsible for this recent rash of break and enter reports, we continue to encourage the public to contact police if they have information or video that could be related. We also invite businesses to connect with our Crime Prevention Unit should they wish to discuss any additional tactics to help reduce their risk, including a safety analysis based on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED,” said Pelley.

The detachment is soliciting more information on the thefts. To speak to an investigator, call Kamloops RCMP at (250) 828-3000.