Posted on 06/15/2013, 11:42 am, by mySteinbach

RCMP are seeking any information on a vehicle of interest possibly connected to a recent theft incident that occurred at Vale in Thompson, Manitoba.

Suspect vehicle

Suspect vehicle possibly connected to a Nickel theft incident at Vale in Thompson, Manitoba.

On May 14, 2013, at 11:30am, Thompson RCMP was notified by Vale’s Manitoba Operations, located in Thompson, that four bundles of nickel plates had been stolen overnight from the smelter.

Police say the nickel plates stolen are described as being approximately 20″ by 36″ in size, nickel in colour and stamped on both sides with “VALE” and “INCO”. The value of the nickel stolen is estimated at $110,000.

RCMP are seeking information on a vehicle of interest in this matter. Anyone with information is asked to call the Thompson RCMP at 204-677-6911. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Manitoba Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS), submit a tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com, or text TIPMAN plus your message to Crimes(274637).