Timmins police appeal for witnesses, video footage in downtown break-and-enter investigation

Timmins police headquarters' main entrance in January 2023. (File photo/Lydia Chubak/CTV News Nortern Ontario)

Investigators with the Timmins Police Service are appealing for more information as they investigate a break-and-enter that occurred at a business on Third Avenue in the downtown area on Thursday.

The incident occurred at about 2:55 a.m. on Feb. 6.

“Officers are actively gathering evidence to determine the circumstances surrounding the crime,” said police in a news release.

Police are asking the public for help with the investigation.

“If you have any surveillance footage, dashcam recordings, or any information that could aid investigators, particularly video footage from 2:45 a.m. to 3:15 a.m. from the downtown core, please submit it through our online portal,” the police service asked.

Alternatively, the public can also contact Timmins police directly at 705-264-1201 or Crime Stoppers anonymously to provide information relevant to the investigation.

The reference number for the case is TI25002490.

“The Timmins Police Service remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community and appreciates the public’s cooperation in this matter,” police said.