Two arrested and charged following residential break and enter in progress

Richmond

2024-07-24 08:26 PDT

File # 2024-22717

Richmond RCMP arrest results in two suspects charged in alleged residential break and enter.

On July 20, 2024 shortly before 3:00 p.m. Richmond RCMP attended the 7300 block of McMath Rd. for a possible break and enter in progress. The complainant advised they saw two strangers walking in his neighbour’s gated yard.

Richmond RCMP frontline attended and observed two men running from the area. The scene was quickly contained and the first man was located and arrested shortly thereafter. The second suspect was located and arrested with the assistance of the Lower Mainland Integrated Police Dog Service.

If this neighbour hadn’t called police, these two suspects could potentially still be at large, says Inspector Mike Roberts, officer-in-charge of Richmond RCMP Frontline Policing, We want to commend this complainant for their quick action in calling and providing detailed suspect descriptions to our call taker. This demonstrates the key role everyone can play in enhancing community safety in Richmond.

Amine Benbihi and Tyler James Harden have each been charged with one-count of Break and Enter.

Richmond RCMP is committed to enhancing public safety in Richmond. There are a number of crime prevention initiatives people can take to increase safety in their community, including becoming part of or starting a neighbour Block Watch. To learn more about this program and other opportunities to help increase public safety in your community visit the Richmond RCMP website.

Richmond RCMP also recommends visiting the BC RCMP website for tips on ways in which you can enhance your home’s overall security.

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