Clarenville RCMP asking for public's help identifying suspect in gas bar theft (UPDATED)

February 11, 2026 - Clarenville, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP

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UPDATE (February 11, 2026, 9:45 p.m.): The suspect has been identified. Thanks to the public for their assistance. 

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Clarenville RCMP is investigating a theft from a gas bar in Clarenville last night and seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspect.

Just after 8:00 p.m. on February 10, 2026, Clarenville RCMP received a report of a theft from the Canadian Tire gas bar on Manitoba Drive in Clarenville. A man pumped a quantity of gasoline into the vehicle he had arrived in, proceeded to take a quantity of alcohol from inside the store and left the premises without paying. The suspect was described as a white man, possibly in his 30s with dark hair and a beard. He was wearing a blue sweatshirt and black pants, and was driving a black Hyundai Accent with peeling paint.

The investigation is continuing.

Police are asking anyone who may recognize the man in these photos, or the vehicle that was used in the theft, to contact Clarenville RCMP at 709-466-3211. 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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