LASALLE POLICE INVESTIGATING BREAK AND ENTER

The LaSalle Police Service is currently investigating a break and enter to a residence on Outram Avenue that occurred on Saturday, March 9th between 5:00 pm and 8:30 pm.

Investigating officers obtained video and still images of one of the suspects that was captured on a home security system and are asking the public for assistance in identifying them.

At the time of the offence, the suspect approached the front door of the residence holding a pizza box and rang the doorbell. When there was no answer at the door, that’s when they broke into the home and stole several valuable items including cash and jewelry. The residents returned home a short time later, discovered the break-in, and contacted the police.

Police believe that there were more than two persons involved after reviewing home security footage from the residence and from nearby residences.

The suspect is described as a white male with a beard, and short brown hair, wearing a blue baseball hat with a logo on the left side, a face mask, white or blue medical gloves, a black jacket/hoodie with white drawstrings, white t-shirt, black jogging pants, and white running shoes.

Further details will not be released at this time to preserve the integrity of the investigation however, police are making the public aware of this occurrence and to report any suspicious activity at any hour of the day immediately to the LaSalle Police.

Anyone who has information about the identity of the person is asked to contact the LaSalle Police Service at 519-969-5210. Anonymous tips can be left with Crime Stoppers at 519-258-TIPS (519-258-8477) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.