NANAIMO RCMP INVESTIGATING THEFT OF LEGION POPPY CAMPAIGN DONATIONS – SUSPECT SOUGHT
Nanaimo RCMP seek public help after theft of Royal Canadian Legion Poppy campaign donations from Panago Pizza on Island Highway North on November 8, 2026. Suspect described from security footage.
🚨 NANAIMO RCMP INVESTIGATING THEFT OF LEGION POPPY CAMPAIGN DONATIONS – SUSPECT SOUGHT
File 2026-37473. While Canadians collectively paused to remember those who served and sacrificed, Nanaimo RCMP were investigating a theft of Royal Canadian Legion Poppy campaign donations from a local business. The theft occurred at approximately 10 PM on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Panago Pizza restaurant, located at 6560 Island Highway North.
Security camera footage obtained showed a Caucasian female with long blonde hair, a black and white toque, and a red purse walking into the restaurant, picking up the box, then leaving with it and its contents.
“It is disheartening to learn of these thefts given that they are intended to support Canadian veterans and their families,” said Inspector Donovan Tait, Operations Officer, Nanaimo RCMP.
🚨 Suspect Description
- Gender: Female
- Appearance: Caucasian, long blonde hair
- Clothing/Items: Black and white toque, red purse
- Actions: Entered the restaurant, picked up the Poppy campaign donation box, and left with it
🚨 How to Help
If you recognize the female or have any information regarding the theft, please contact the Nanaimo RCMP non-emergency line at 250-754-2345.