Renfrew County Crime Stoppers is revisiting an unsolved crime and released a photo of the suspect.
In an April 24 post on the Crimestoppers website, Crime Stoppers reports that the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently investigating the theft of a cash donation box from the counter of a restaurant on Pembroke Street East in Pembroke.
On Jan. 22, just after 9 p.m., an unknown person entered the business and stole a hospital donation box. The individual fled on foot and was last seen southbound on Catherine Street.
The person of interest is described as approximately 5ft 6in. with a medium build. They were carrying a black backpack and wearing glasses, dark clothing, and a hoodie. A photo of the individual is attached.
Crime Stoppers Pembroke/Renfrew County believes someone may have information that could assist police in solving this crime. If you have information on any criminal offence that results in charges laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000.00. Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at +1 (613) 735-8477, or you can reach us at 1-800-222-8477. You could help solve a crime. All tips remain anonymous, and you will not have to attend court. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to caller display, and we answer our phones 24 hours daily. You could also submit a tip online.
(Sherry Haaima)