Tires worth more than $10,000 stolen in Castlegar

Castlegar RCMP say more than $10,000 worth of tires and rims was stolen from a business in the 1500-block of Columbia Avenue early Wednesday.

They say surveillance footage captured the break and enter just after midnight involving multiple suspects.

Among the items stolen were satin black 18-inch Toyota alloy rims, Michelin X-Ice Snow tires (235/60R18), and Toyo Observe GSi6 LS tires (235/60R18).

Investigators are seeking your help in identifying two vehicles believed to be involved in the offence. The first vehicle is described as a light-coloured older-model recreational vehicle with blue pinstriping. The RV was observed carrying bicycles on the rear and what appears to be a red bag or other item on the roof. The second vehicle is described as a smaller light-coloured SUV.

“We are asking anyone who may have seen these vehicles in the area during the early morning, or who may have dash camera footage, to contact police,” said Cpl. Brett Urano. “Even information that may seem minor could be valuable to investigators.”

Anyone with info on the vehicles or suspects is asked to contact the RCMP at 250-365-7721.

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