Coquitlam RCMP seek to identify suspects who set off a fire extinguisher

Coquitlam, Can You Identify

2024-07-24 13:41 PDT

File # 2024-17000

Coquitlam RCMP are asking for the public assistance in identifying a group of youth suspects who set off a fire extinguisher inside a store causing significant damage.

Coquitlam RCMP Frontline officers responded to a mischief report at the Walmart located inside Coquitlam Centre Mall located at 2929 Barnet Highway in Coquitlam on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Upon attendance, police were advised that a group of three youth set off an unopened fire extinguisher inside the store around 8:00 p.m.

The suspects fled the scene following the incident.

Significant damage was caused to the surrounding area, isle and products. No one was injured.

View a larger image - A side-profile of suspect one and suspect three leaving the store after the incident

Suspect one can be described as:

• Middle Eastern male
• 15-19 years old
• Black short curly hair
• Slim build

Suspect one was wearing:

• Grey hooded sweat suit
• White t-shirt underneath
• White earbud headphones
• Black runners

Suspect two can be described as:

• Caucasian Male
• 15-19 years old
• Slim build

Suspect two was wearing:

• Black Volcom t-shirt with white lettering on the front and a giant white V on the back
• Black jeans with a white detailing on the back pocket
• Black toque with white lettering on the front and back
• White runners

Suspect three can be described as:

• Middle Eastern male
• 15-19 years old
• Black short curly hair
• Slim build

Suspect three was wearing:

• Black and grey camo zip-up hoodie
• Black pants
• Black shoes with white and black laces
• Carrying a black bag

We are extremely fortunate that no one was injured during this careless and isolated incident as the store was occupied with shoppers, said Media Relations Officer, Corporal Alexa Hodgins. We are asking anyone who may have witnessed this incident or may recognize these suspects to contact the Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550.

Coquitlam RCMP is asking anyone who may have information or may recognize the suspects to contact the Coquitlam RCMP and quote file number 2024-17000.

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Email: coquitlam_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: coquitlam.rcmp-grc.gc.ca (English only)

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