Grand Falls-Windsor RCMP investigates break and enters at Anglican Church, large quantity of food stolen

April 10, 2024
Grand Falls-Windsor, Newfoundland and Labrador

News release

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A masked individual is entering a doorway with a crow bar in hand.
Two individuals are inside a building wearing hoods over their heads and gloves on their hands.

Two nights in a row, thieves targeted St. Albans Anglican Church on Master's Avenue in Grand Falls-Windsor, breaking in and stealing a large quantity of food that was intended to provide meals for local area residents.

At approximately 4:45 a.m. on Monday, two masked individuals forced entry into the church and stole a large quantity of freezer items. Thieves returned at approximately 4:00 a.m. on Tuesday, this time with a third suspect joining in. Suspects, who were all wearing masks and gloves, forced entry into the church and stole another large quantity of freezer items, including turkeys.

Damage to the church is expected to be between $3000.00-$4000.00.

The investigation is continuing.

Grand Falls-Windsor RCMP asks area residents to check any available surveillance footage and to report any information about this crime or the individuals involved to the detachment by calling 709-489-2121. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

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Contact information

Strategic Communications and Media Relations Unit
RCMP NL
rcmp.nl.media-medias.tnl.grc@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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