News release

Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP investigate break, enter and theft from vacation property

October 8, 2025 - Channel-Port aux Basques, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP

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Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP is appealing to the public for help, as it investigates a break and enter committed on October 7, 2025, at a vacation property in Port aux Basques.

Just before 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP responded to a report of a break, enter and theft from a short-term rental property on Grand Bay Road East.

A suspect or suspects gained entry while the guests were away from the property and caused extensive damage throughout the home, including flooding the unit with water and tossing a television off a balcony. The suspect(s) also stole personal items from the visiting occupants.

The investigation will continue with support from RCMP Forensic Identification Services.

Anyone with information that could assist police with this investigation is asked to contact Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP at 709-695-2149. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

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