Man Facing Charges For Thelf of Vehicle and Tobacco Products.
Barrington RCMP have recovered a stolen vehicle and charged a man for thefts, thanks to engagement and outreach from the community.
On July 15, Barrington RCMP received two reports of thefts of tobacco that occurred at local gas stations in Barrington. RCMP officers learned that the suspect fled the scene of the second theft after stealing a Dodge Avenger parked at the gas station on River Rd.
Officers conducted extensive patrols and neighborhood inquiries in an attempt to locate the suspect, who was identified as Karl Lamrock.
That evening, investigators learned that Lamrock and the stolen vehicle were observed at a residence on Seal Point Rd. Officers attended the area and recovered the stolen vehicle, but Lamrock was not located at that time.
Over the following three days, Barrington RCMP received a variety of tips and information from the community regarding possible sightings of Lamrock and tips about where he may be located.
On July 18, Barrington RCMP learned that Lamrock was observed walking on Hwy 330 in Newellton. When officers arrived in the area, Lamrock was quickly located and safely arrested, after a short foot pursuit in a marshy, wooded area.
Karl Lamrock, 45, of Middle East Pubnico, has been charged with:
- Motor Vehicle Theft
- Theft Under $5000 (two counts)
- Obstruction of a Peace Officer
Lamrock appeared in Yarmouth Provincial Court on July 19 and was remanded into custody. He is scheduled to return to court on July 22, 2024 at 9:30 a.m.
Community engagement played a significant role in facilitating Lamrock’s safe arrest. Anyone with further information about these incidents is asked to contact Barrington RCMP at 902-637-2325. To remain anonymous, contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips app.
Source : RCMP Release
