Abbotsford home invasions target licenced grow-ops
Posted August 25, 2022 1:22 pm.
Last Updated August 25, 2022 1:27 pm.
Police in Abbotsford are investigating a string of home invasions at licenced medical marijuana grow-ops.
There have been eight incidents over the past five months, each happening between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m.
“The suspects arrive and depart utilizing two vehicles travelling in tandem together. Some of those vehicles have been confirmed as stolen vehicles. Five to 10 suspects emerge at the locations wearing dark clothing and masks,” Abbotsford police described in a statement.
In each case, the suspect vehicles are parked on the street, usually down the road from the place the suspects are targeting.
“The suspects enter each location on foot, armed with weapons. During the break-in’s the suspects target personal property, cash, and marijuana plants,” police said.
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The people inside the homes were left traumatized, though not physically hurt.
Abbotsford police say they’re not yet sure if these home invasions are linked to others in the Lower Mainland.
If you see any suspicious activity, specifically in rural areas where licenced grow ops may exist, you’re asked to contact the Abbotsford police Major Crime Information Line at 604-864-4850.
