Update – April 15, 2024: A 38-year-old male has been identified in connection with this investigation. Francois Ratte, from Campbellton, appeared in Campbellton Provincial Court on March 4, 2024. He was charged with break and enter to steal a firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a weapon contrary to an order, fail to comply with a probation order and disguised with intent. He was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear in court on April 22. The RCMP would like to thank the public for their assistance and continue to investigate the identity of the second individual in this matter. If you recognize the individuals in the photos, or if you have information that could help further the investigation, please contact the Campbellton RCMP at 506-789-6000, or information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
The Campbellton RCMP is asking for the public's help following a break and enter, and theft of firearms from a business in the community.
The incident is believed to have occurred on January 22, 2024, sometime between the hours of 3 a.m., and 3:45 a.m., at a business on Val D'amour Road in Campbellton. Two individuals gained entry to the business by damaging the door, and stole a number of items.
The following firearms were stolen:
- Stevens Mod 320 12 GA
- Stevens Mod 320 12 GA
- Stevens Mod 301 20 GA
- Winchester sxp Academy field youth 20 GA
- Winchester sxp OD Green Defender 12 GA
- Charles Daly Mod 601 12 GA
- Adler MT-205s 20GA
- Weatherby Vanguard with Boyd stock 257 WBY
The following ammunition were also stolen:
- Remington core-lokt 243 win 95 Grain
- Federal 223 rem 53 Grain
- Federal Fusion 223 rem 62 Grain
- Hornady 7mm Rem Mag 162 GR sst
- Remington 243 Win 100 GR
- Hornady 7 mm sst 162 Gr
Police are releasing surveillance footage photos in hopes that someone may recognize the individuals. The first individual is described as being a man with a medium build, wearing all black clothing and a black ski mask. The second individual is also believed to be a man, with a medium build, and wearing a plaid jacket, with dark coloured pants and a black ski mask.
If you recognize the individuals in the photos, or if you have information that could help further the investigation, please contact the Campbellton RCMP at 506-789-6000. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by downloading the secure P3 Mobile App, or by Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca.