RICHMOND, B.C. — Charges have been laid following an RCMP investigation into a pair of bold thefts at Richmond’s McArthurGlen Designer Outlet that resulted in the loss of over $26,000 in merchandise.
On January 16, two men allegedly entered a retail store at the outlet mall and stole 53 pairs of sunglasses valued at more than $23,000. Just four days later, on January 20, one of the same men returned—this time with a woman. During the second incident, the suspects allegedly brandished a can of bear spray while stealing an additional nine pairs of sunglasses worth over $3,200.
Following the investigation by the Richmond RCMP Airport Crime Unit, Anibal Armando Escobar Bogarin has been charged with theft over $5,000, robbery, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. He was arrested and later released with conditions, including a prohibition from entering the McArthurGlen mall.
“Retail theft is a serious concern for our local residents and business community,” said Staff Sgt. Sahan Perera, who leads Vancouver International Airport Police Operations. “By bringing charges against those involved, we hope to send a loud message that criminal acts will not be tolerated.”
Suspects Still At Large
RCMP continue to search for two additional suspects:
Female suspect:
Orange/yellow shoulder-length hair
Wore a medical mask, black hat, black sweatshirt and sweatpants
White runners with blue stripes
Held a canister in her right hand
Male suspect:
Medium skin tone, black hair, black facial hair
Wore a beige baseball cap, dark denim jacket, black shirt, blue jeans
Carried a green reusable shopping bag and a canister
The RCMP urges anyone with information or who may have witnessed the incidents to contact Richmond RCMP at 604-278-1212, referencing file number 2025-1865.
