A Middle East Pubnico, NS man is facing charges in connection with thefts at gas stations in Barrington, NS

According to a press release from the RCMP, officers received two reports of tobacco theft at gas stations in Barrington on July 15.

According to police, the suspect fled the scene of the second theft after stealing a Dodge Avenger parked at the gas station on River Road.

Officers said they conducted extensive patrols and canvassed the neighborhood in an attempt to locate the suspect. He was identified as 45-year-old Karl Lamrock.

That evening, Lamrock and the stolen vehicle were spotted at a home on Seal Point Road. Officers responded and found the stolen vehicle, but Lamrock was not located at the time, police said.

Barrington RCMP indicated that over the next three days they received numerous tips and information from the community regarding possible sightings of Lamrock and tips as to his whereabouts.

On July 18, police reported that Lamrock was seen walking on Highway 330 in Newellton, NS

When officers arrived on scene, he was quickly located and arrested after a short foot chase in a swampy wooded area, police said.

Karl Lamrock has been charged with:

• motor vehicle theft
• theft under $5,000 (two counts)
• obstruction of a peace officer

He appeared in Yarmouth District Court on July 19 and was remanded in custody. He is expected to return to court on July 22, 2024 at 9:30 a.m.

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