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Crimes of robbery, violence, truck theft and a fire haunt Halloween

Police responded to 55 files on Halloween and the day after, including an armed robbery.

Police responded to 55 files on Halloween and the day after.

 

Oct. 31 — At 4:36 a.m., police responded to a domestic assault at a Princess Crescent home. Police said a man was struck, scratched and had objects thrown at him, sustaining minor injuries. Police said the suspect was arrested and released with conditions.

 

Oct. 31 — At 4:21 p.m., police responded to a robbery at Copperside Foods. Police said two officers got there in 30 seconds but did not locate the suspect. Bike patrol was also dispatched. Police said a short male entered the store, demanded money and grabbed cash from the till tray and fled the scene on foot, brandishing a small folding knife and wearing a black/grey/white hooded sweatshirt, black balaclava, ski goggles, and gloves. Police said they are currently reviewing video surveillance.

 

Oct. 31 — Police said a West Fraser Concrete red Dodge one-ton truck was stolen at 10:55 p.m. from 1205 Alder St. in Telkwa, headed for Houston.

 

Nov. 1 — Police responded to a disturbance complaint at a Broadway Avenue residence at 1:11 a.m. Police said a play fight involving two intoxicated teenagers got out of control when one struck the other with a bottle on the head. Police said the teenager was treated at the hospital and released, and neither party is interested in pursuing charges.

 

Nov. 1 — Police responded to a fire in the alley behind the Salvation Army at 1:44 a.m. Police said a wooden pallet was on fire, ignited by several pieces of cardboard stuffed inside the pallet, and was put out with a vehicle fire extinguisher. Police said the burning pallet was not close enough to the building to cause damage.

 

Police request anyone with information to contact the Smithers RCMP at 250-847-3233 or Crimestoppers.