The theft is believed to have occurred on February 5, 2025, at approximately 12:45 a.m. at a business on Main Street in Hampton, when an individual entered a business and stole an undisclosed amount of lottery tickets. Before fleeing the scene in a white compact four-door hatchback vehicle, the suspect pepper-sprayed an employee of the store in the face. The employee was treated on scene for non-life-threatening injuries.
The individual is described as a man. At the time of the theft, the individual was wearing a camouflage jacket, jeans, and was carrying a black motorcycle helmet.
Police are now releasing surveillance a footage photo of the vehicle, in hopes that someone may recognize it.
If you were in the area and witnessed suspicious activity on February 5, or if you have information that may help further the investigation, please contact the Hampton RCMP at 506-832-5566. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by downloading the secure P3 Mobile App, or by Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca.
The investigation is ongoing.
Dave Mantin