This article written in french by Benoit Leblanc was automatically translated using AI
On Wednesday, October 2, the Laval Police Service (SPL) arrested Alain Jr Bernecky, 45, suspected of committing a theft at a jewelry store in Chomedey in August.
Recall that on Thursday, September 19, the Laval police requested the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in a jewelry theft that occurred during the summer, on the morning of Monday, August 12.
The scene was captured by surveillance cameras.
On Wednesday, October 2, a planned operation in collaboration with the Investigative Post squads, Azimut, the Judicial Identity unit, and the SPL canine team, along with the participation of two investigators from the Terrebonne Police Service, led to the arrest of Alain Jr Bernecky.
Three searches were also conducted, resulting in the seizure of items linking him to the crimes he is accused of.
The suspect reportedly fled on foot with a display case containing about twenty chains valued at approximately $800 to $1,000 each after asking a clerk to see a gold chain.
At that moment, investigative elements quickly revealed that the suspect may have repeated the crime at another jewelry store in Laval shortly thereafter.
Subsequently, media coverage and the work of the Investigative Post squad investigators led to the arrest of the wanted suspect.
The investigation revealed that he is linked to several thefts committed over the past few months in jewelry stores in Greater Montreal, Estrie, and Centre-du-Québec.
The gathering of information provided by several other police services revealed that this suspect committed six thefts between July and September, totaling nearly $100,000 in jewelry.
Court Appearance and Information
Alain Jr Bernecky now faces two charges of theft over $5,000. He remains in custody following his arrest. His case will return to the Quebec Court on Monday, October 28.
Anyone with information regarding the suspect can contact the SPL confidentially at 450-662-INFO (4636) or 911, mentioning case number LVL 240812-045. (B.L.)
