Burnaby RCMP look for suspected Rolex thief

Mounties in Burnaby are looking for a man they believe stole a $7,500 Rolex after a Facebook Marketplace exchange at Lougheed Mall Friday.

They say the victim was with a family member when they met up with the suspect in a public area near Lougheed Town Centre.

According to police, the victim says the suspect did not buy the watch at the first meeting but then asked to meet up again the next day, saying his mother might be interested in purchasing the item.

Police describe the suspect in the theft of a $7,500 Rolex as 6 ft tall, slim, and about 20-25 years old. (Burnaby RCMP)

This time, he tried on the Rolex and then ran away while still wearing it. Officers describe the suspect as 6′ tall, slim, and about 20-25 years old.

Burnaby RCMP are asking the public for help finding a man they believe stole a $7,500 Rolex. (Burnaby RCMP)

The RCMP is warning Facebook Marketplace buyers and sellers to take precautions when meeting.

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“We recommend taking every safety precaution possible when making online marketplace purchases, including meeting buyers or sellers outside our detachment or one of our Community Police Offices,” said Corp. Mike Kalanj. “If you can identify this suspect, please call our investigators.”

Anyone who may be able to identify the suspect in the photos is being asked to call Burnaby RCMP at 604-646-9999. For anyone who wants to remain anonymous, they can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) and quote file 2023-30803.