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Despicable Theft at Westbank Cemetery

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 23, 2019

In the late evening of Saturday, September 14, bronze markers on 53 cemetery plots in the Westbank Cemetery were stolen. The thieves had cut the lock on the cemetery gate to gain access.

The City was notified by the West Kelowna RCMP of the theft on Monday, September 16 as part of its active investigation in to this depraved act.

Understanding the significant emotional impact this theft may have on loved ones, City staff began contacting impacted families immediately to advise them of the theft. Although these families will be responsible for plaque replacement, the City is waiving its installation fee of approximately $300 for those impacted and has sourced reduced price options from suppliers. The City is encouraging families to consider options that are not attractive to thieves, like granite. 

The City has increased its park secuirty patrols in the area and a guard will now walk the grounds of the cemetery each evening. The City is also investigating security cameras for the cemetery. The City advised neighbouring jurisdictions of the potential for cemetery theft as soon as it became aware of the missing plaques.

Anyone with information about this theft is asked to contact West Kelowna RCMP at 250-768-2880.

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