Nanaimo RCMP are asking for the public’s help in identifying a home invader who sprayed two teenage sisters with bear spray on Monday.
Just before 3 p.m. on March 14th, an unknown person burst into a home in the 5200-block of Lost Lake Road and hit two teenage sisters with a blast of bear spray.
The sisters, after coming face to face with the intruder, immediately ran from the home to a nearby residence.
Police, including a police dog, arrived on scene within minutes but could not locate the suspect.
The sisters were treated for lingering effects of bear spray by paramedics before being released to their parents.
According to police, the suspect seemed to have entered the home through an unlocked door.
A hockey bag and electronics were also missing from the home. It is believed the bag was used to carry the electronics away from the home.
According to the sisters, the suspect was wearing a balaclava that covered much of his face and was dressed in camouflage clothing.
“This was a brazen incident that took place in the middle of the afternoon. This may actually assist in the investigation as someone could have seen the suspect entering or leaving the home,” said Constable Gary O’Brien of the Nanaimo RCMP.
“Additionally, there are several vigilant Block Watches in the area who will obviously assist police with their investigation.”
RCMP are asking homeowners in the area to check their vehicle dashcam video and home security cameras from 2:30 p.m to 3:30 p.m. on the day of for anyone appearing to resemble the description of the suspect or any vehicles in the area that seem out of place.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Nanaimo RCMP at (250) 754-2345.
