By Shaun Penner

Grimshaw

Grimshaw area family, RCMP seek return of family ashes stolen in house break-in

Nov 24, 2020 | 9:45 AM

A Grimshaw area family is eager for the return of a deceased family member’s ashes, after they were stolen during a Halloween break and enter.

Peace Regional RCMP says in a release that on the afternoon of October 31, they were called to the home on a report of a break and enter.

Police say several items were stolen, including the ashes that were in a silver urn. Wedding rings and a large quantity of women’s jewelry was also stolen.

A photo of an urn similar to the one stolen. The urn that was stolen is silver in color. (Photo: RCMP)

“These items are irreplaceable and they have an enormous sentimental value to the family as they belonged to their loved one who is deceased,” says the RCMP in the release.

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The victims and the RCMP are urging those that took the items to drop them off anonymously at the Sagitawa Shelter (10108 100 Avenue) in Peace River.

Anyone with information about this crime are asked to contact the Peace Regional RCMP at 780-624-6677 or their local police. Anonymous tips can also be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.