WADENA — Wadena RCMP are actively investigating a series of break-and-enters in the area with the assistance of Saskatchewan RCMP Forensic Identification Services. It can’t be confirmed, but investigators believe these incidents are related.
Between Dec. 15 and Dec. 28, 2023, Wadena RCMP received nine reports of break-ins in the communities of Wadena, Foam Lake, Quill Lake, and North Shore Fishing Lake.
On Dec. 15, Wadena RCMP received three reports of break-ins in the town of Wadena. Investigation determined an unknown individual or individuals broke into:
- a funeral home and stole a small amount of change and audio equipment;
- the curling rink and stole a sum of cash;
- the food bank and stole a number of gift cards.
On Dec. 18, Wadena RCMP received two reports of break-and-enters. A business in Wadena and the senior centre in Foam Lake were broken into. No items were reported stolen to police.
On Dec. 20, Wadena RCMP received a report of a break-and-enter at a curling rink in Quill Lake. An unknown amount of liquor was stolen from the premises.
The following week, Wadena RCMP also received three reports of break-ins at residences in their detachment area.
On Dec. 27, a break-in occurred at a residence in the RM of Foam Lake.
On Dec. 28, a break-in occurred at a residence on North Shore Fishing Lake. A side by side and ice fishing gear were stolen.
On Dec. 28, a break-in occurred at a second residence on North Shore Fishing Lake. The keys for a quad and two vehicles were stolen.
Officers remind the public to make sure all doors, windows and outbuildings are locked.
Report any suspicious activity witnessed or surveillance video captured around the times of these incidents to Wadena RCMP at 306-338-6500. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com
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