Update: identified – Kingston Police request assistance to identify suspect in break and enter
Update (Thursday, May 18, 2023):
According to Kingston Police, the suspect involved in a break and enter in the area of Maple Street at John Counter Boulevard has now been identified.
Police originally issued a press release on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, requesting public assistance to identify the suspect, who broke into the property of a business at that location and entered both a vehicle parked there, as well as a building. The incident, police said, occurred at approximately 7:15 a.m. on Saturday, May 6, 2023.
“The Kingston Police wish to thank the public for their assistance in this matter,” Constable Anthony Colangeli said in a follow-up press release on Thurday, May 18, 2023.
“The suspect has been identified and all property taken was returned to the owner.”
Kingstonist has removed the photo of the suspect which was released earlier by Kingston Police in order to avoid future confusion.
Original article (Wednesday, May 17, 2023):
The Kingston Police have released the above image and are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an individual involved in a break-and-enter at a local business.
At approximately 7:15 a.m. on Saturday, May 6, 2023, a suspect entered the property of a business located in the area of Maple Street and John Counter Boulevard, according to a release from Kingston Police. Once on the property, the suspect reportedly proceeded to enter a vehicle parked on the property as well as a building located on the property.
Police described the suspect as Caucasian, 5’10”, 150 lbs, with a slim build and dark hair. The suspect was observed on security camera footage wearing red track pants, a red Nike zip-up hoodie, a shiny black puffy jacket and red Nike slide sandals. According to police, the suspect was also wearing a black medical mask and carrying a black satchel.
Anyone with information in regards to the identity of this individual is asked to please contact Detective Constable Jason Lachapelle via email at [email protected].
Tips can also be made anonymously by calling the Kingston Police general number (613-549-4660 ext. 0) and requesting to remain anonymous, or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).