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Stratford police investigate brazen theft

Stratford police are looking for a suspect, after a person was caught on camera taking items from a Stratford Police Cruiser.

It happened about 12:30 a.m. on Saturday April 24th, while the cruiser was parked in an alley beside police headquarters.

An officer's duty bag was taken, containing things like blank tickets, legal forms and personal items.

The suspect is a white male, with a slim to average build, and a dark goatee. He was wearing a black toque with bright red spikes, a dark jacket and pants.

If you can help call 519-271-4141.

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