NEWS RELEASE
NIAGARA REGIONAL POLICE
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On Aug. 9, 2021 at approximately 6 p.m., officers attended the Seaway Mall located at 800 Niagara St. in the City of Welland in regards to a theft call.
Investigation revealed an unknown male had entered the Tianna Jewellery Store and asked an employee for assistance as he was shopping for chain necklaces. As the employee pulled out a pallet of chains, the unknown male grabbed the pallet and ran out of the store. The suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival.
At approximately 6:50 p.m., officers attended the Pen Centre located at 221 Glendale Ave. in the City of St. Catharines in regards to a theft.
Investigation revealed the same male had entered the Charm Diamond Centre, and asked to observe necklaces. As a result, the male grabbed necklaces and ran out of the store.
The suspect is described as being:
• male
• Black
• 6’ tall
• bBlack hair
• medium build
Clothing description:
• black t-shirt with a yellow circle and white markings in the middle
• medical mask on face
Suspect vehicle:
• grey Chevy sedan
• tinted license plate
Anyone with information or anyone who may have witnessed this incident is asked to contact the Niagara Regional Police at 905-688-4111, ext. 1002200.
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