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$20K tool heist: Police seek to identify suspect in View Royal B&E

Construction tools and equipment were stolen from the site, worth approximately $20,000

West Shore RCMP is appealing for information to help identify a suspect believed to be involved in two break-ins at a View Royal construction site.

The construction site, located at 3 Helmcken Rd., was broken into first on Aug. 8 and again on Aug.17.

Police report that a significant amount of construction tools and equipment were stolen from the site, worth approximately $20,000.

CCTV footage from the break-in on Aug. 8, at approximately 3:05 a.m., depicts a male suspect breaking into the site, stealing tools and equipment before departing in a black newer model SUV.

Police describe the suspect as a light-skin coloured male, aged between 25 to 40 years old, wearing light-coloured pants, an orange and grey full-sleeve shirt, reddish-brown shoes, a baseball cap and eyeglasses.

Footage also shows what appears to be two unknown female passengers in the vehicle and one medium-sized dog.

Police have asked if anyone recognizes the suspect or has any information regarding the two breaks-ins, to call the West Shore RCMP at 250-474-2264.

Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 or by going online.

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