Civic Theatre targeted in recent break and enter

Police are investigating a break and enter at Nelson’s Civic Theatre.

The Nelson Police Department said signs of unauthorized entry were discovered Jan. 4.

Officers responded and found the interior had been disturbed and items rummaged through.

Police said there was no significant structural damage and no suspects were located.

Entry is believed to have been gained through one set of doors, with an exit through another. The area and nearby spaces were searched as a precaution.

The city has taken steps to further secure the building.

The investigation is ongoing. Police are asking anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the area, or who has CCTV or dash camera footage, to contact the Nelson Police Department.

“Information may help advance the investigation, even if it seems minor,” police said in a press release.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police at 250-354-3919  Those wishing to remain anonymous can provide information through Crime Stoppers.


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Storrm Lennie
Storrm Lennie
Storrm began her journalism career in the Kootenays, joining Vista Radio in 2022. Originally from Red Deer, Alta., she now calls Nelson home and brings her passion for politics and community to her reporting.

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