Harbour Grace RCMP investigates break, enter and theft at NL Power communication site in Old Perlican, woman arrested

Harbour Grace RCMP is investigating a break and enter that occurred on December 16, 2024, at a Newfoundland Power communications site located in Old Perlican. One of the suspects, 40-year-old Hope Cox of Carbonear was arrested and is charged with a number of offences. Harbour Grace RCMP is seeking assistance from the public in identifying the second suspect.

Shortly before 4:00 a.m. today, Harbour Grace RCMP received a report of the crime. Two suspects were caught on surveillance stealing copper wire. A company representative attended the site and observed two people at the scene. One fled on foot and the other fled from the area in a vehicle. The described vehicle was stopped by police a short time later. Cox, who was in breach of court ordered conditions, was found in possession of break-in instruments/tools and was arrested. The stolen copper wire was recovered. Cox attends court today, charged with the following criminal offences:

Break and enter

Possession of property obtained by crime

Possession of break-in instruments

Theft under $5000.00

Mischief – damage to property over $5000.00

Failure to comply with conditions of a release order

Harbour Grace RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the second suspect. The individual can be seen in the surveillance video, wearing a Helly Hansen jacket and a gas mask. An image is attached.

The investigation is continuing.

Anyone with any information about this crime or the identity of the suspect is asked to contact Harbour Grace RCMP at 709-596-5084. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app. #SayItHere