Steinbach RCMP are currently investigating the theft of some fuel that had been stolen from the Coop gas bar located on Highway 12N in Steinbach. It is believed the theft occurred sometime between 6am and 8am of July 13, 2022.

On July 13, 2022, Steinbach RCMP received a report of a gas theft incident that had recently occurred at the Coop gas located on Highway 12N. Police say that a male suspect put fuel in his vehicle and then drove off without paying.

The suspect is described as a Caucasian male in his fifties and balding. He was seen wearing a black shirt with red and black shorts at the time of the incident.

The suspect’s vehicle is described as a white Chevrolet sedan with a front licence plate of KTB 508, and a back licence plate bearing KEL 251.

If you have any information in regards to this crime, you are asked to contact the Steinbach RCMP Detachment at 204-326-4452 or CrimeStoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477. You can also submit a secure tip online at manitobacrimestoppers.com.

Update

RCMP report that the suspect has been identified and the matter has been rectified.

Last updated: 08/23/2022 at 12:15 pm