Crime Stoppers looking to identify thieves caught on video in Merritt

MERRITT – Kamloops and District Crime Stoppers is asking for the public's help identifying two alleged thieves.

A hotel under construction in Merritt was broken into during the night last month, according to a post on the Crime Stoppers' Facebook page.

On Feb. 5, approximately $5,000 worth of copper wire, copper pipe and tools were taken from the building.

Crime Stoppers says two suspects were captured on video surveillance on the top floors of the hotel.

If you have any information about the suspects you're asked to contact Kamloops and District Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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