For at least the second time in less than a week, the mausoleum at the Prince George Cemetery was the scene of a break and enter - but this time police have a lead on a suspect.
Prince George RCMP released images from a surveillance camera showing a male wearing a black hoodie, black pants, runners and a mask after they were called to the scene on Friday just after 6 a.m.
Police arrived in minutes and a dog and handler were deployed but without success. The suspect was in the building for less than two minutes, the surveillance video indicates.
He smashed a window to gain entry and then broke into a few niches to steal personal belongings, police said.
"This is a disgusting and disrespectful act for personal gain" said Cpl. Craig Douglass. "All efforts will be made to identify and charge the person responsible."
It was the second incident reported to police this week and Mounties now believe that there were three break-ins beginning with an unsuccessful attempt to gain entry over Friday night. Entry was made on a second attempt early Monday morning, police suspect, with personal items, mainly jewelry, taken from the niches.
Anyone with information that may help police track down the items and anyone responsible is asked to call Prince George RCMP at 250-561-3300.
They can also contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.pgcrimestoppers.bc.ca (English only).
You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers. If you provide information that leads to an arrest or recovery of stolen property, you could be eligible for a cash reward.
