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Police trying to identify Mount Forest theft suspect

Wellington County OPP are trying to identify a suspect involved in a recent shoplifting incident in Mount Forest.

According to police, on October 18 at 8:30 p.m., officers were called regarding a reported theft at Shoppers Drug Mart on Main Street North in Mount Forest that happened earlier that night.

Investigators say that around 7:30 p.m., an unknown person came into the store, concealed $2,700 worth of merchandise, and left the store without paying. Police are now asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect.

The suspect in question is described as a 40-year-old white male with balding short, dark hair. The suspect has a beard and a tattoo on their arm extending onto their left hand. At the time of the theft, the suspect was wearing a black Nike branded t-shirt, flannel, a blue puffer vest, black pants, black and white sneakers and glasses.

If you recognize this suspect or have any other relevant information regarding this theft, contact Wellington County OPP.

Wellington County OPPPolice are trying to identify this suspect who was allegedly involved in the theft of $2,700 worth of merchandise from the Mount Forest Shoppers Drug Mart on October 18. (Photo courtesy of Wellington County OPP)

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