The local police have returned a camera and other items stolen from a vehicle parked in a residential Whitehorse neighbourhood to their rightful owner.
According to a press release from the Yukon RCMP’s communications staff, the Whitehorse RCMP detachment received a call on the morning of April 25 about the theft of a “significant amount of photography equipment” from a parked car.
The owner was able to provide important information about his stolen items, including details such as brands, models and distinguishing features.
Later the same day, police received a call about a suspicious person sporting a “distinctive camera.” Upon responding to the call, officers identified the camera as the one stolen the night before and returned it to its owner.
In the press release, Cpl. Sam Anderson said this case demonstrates the good work police do in the community and the steps the public can take to help solve crimes.
“Investigating officers were able to make connections between what initially appeared to be two unrelated files, a theft and a suspicious person. Their follow-ups ensure that they obtained the grounds to seize the stolen items so they could go back to their owner,” Anderson said.
He added, “In addition to the work that the officers did, the information from the caller about the stolen items was a valuable part of the investigation. When we have serial numbers, labels, brands, model numbers, even information on specific damage or marks, we can more easily link thefts or break-and-enters to items that may later be recovered. It’s very easy to snap a photo on your phone of the serial number when you purchase a new item.”
The police’s press release thanks the individual who called about the suspicious person with the camera. The local RCMP is also reminding the public that they can anonymously provide information to the police by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-(800)-222-8477 or visiting https://crimestoppersyukon.ca.
Contact Matthew Bossons at matthew.bossons@yukon-news.com