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Richmond, Can You Identify
2025-05-12 13:56 PDT
File # 2025-1865
Richmond RCMP investigation results in charges laid against suspect in an alleged theft and robbery at a local Richmond mall.
The alleged offences took place in January of this year. On January 16, 2025 two men entered a store and allegedly stole 53 pairs of sunglasses valued at over $ 23,000. On January 20, 2025 one of the men from the previous incident along with a woman entered the same store and allegedly produced a can of bear spray while stealing nine pairs of sunglasses valued at over $ 3200.
Richmond RCMP Airport Crime Unit (ACU) took conduct of the investigations and identified the man allegedly involved in both incidents. Anibal Armando Escobar Bogarin has been charged with theft over $ 5000, robbery and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. Escobar Bogarin was arrested and released from custody with multiple conditions including not to attend the McArthur Glen Designer Outlet mall.
Retail theft is a serious concern for our local residents and business community. By bringing charges against those involved, we hope to send a loud message that criminal acts will not be tolerated, says Staff Sergeant Sahan Perera, NCO in-charge of Vancouver International Airport Police Operations.
Retail theft is a serious concern for our local residents and business community. By bringing charges against those involved, we hope to send a loud message that criminal acts will not be tolerated,
Richmond RCMP is actively working to identify the outstanding suspects.
The first suspect is described as:
She was wearing a medical mask, black hat, black sweatshirt, black sweatpants and white runners with blue stripes and holding a cannister in her right hand.
View larger image: Photo of female suspect
The second suspect is described as:
He was wearing a beige baseball hat, dark denim jacket, black shirt, blue jeans and was carrying a green reusable shopping bag and holding a cannister in his hand.
View larger image: Photo of male suspect
These investigations remain active and ongoing.
Anyone who may have witnessed, or have information regarding these files, is asked to call Richmond RCMP at 604-278-1212 and quote file number 2025-1865. Should you wish to remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit them online at www.solvecrime.ca.
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