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Arrest warrant issued for Hinton man in connection to June 21 B&E

Jul 17, 2020 | 12:17 PM

JULY 20 – Hinton RCMP have located and arrested Jakob Brian Martens. Hinton RCMP would like to thank the public for their assistance.

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Hinton RCMP are searching for one of two men charged this week in relation to an incident on June 21.

It was about 4 a.m. that morning when Mounties responded to a call of a break and enter at The Brick. Police were informed that two male suspects continued to remain inside the premises.

When RCMP attended the location, one suspect was found and arrested, while the other was seen fleeing. Efforts to located the second subject were unsuccessful, but a large 40″ TV was located nearby. It had been stolen from the business.

Further investigation shows one suspect allegedly attended The Brick the previous day and was observed on video surveillance carrying a large television, which he had not purchased.

James Roy Horn, 37, of Hinton, faces charges of break and enter commit theft, and disguise with intent. He was arrested and released with conditions to appear in Hinton Provincial Court on Sept. 2.

Jakob Brian Martens, 23, of Hinton, faces the same charges, but an extra one of break and enter commit theft. He has not been located and a warrant has been issued for his arrest.

Martens is described as Caucasian, 6’2″ tall and 141 pounds with blue eyes, a slim build and short curly blond hair. He has a tattoo on his left forearm of dark trees.

Hinton RCMP are asking the public’s assistance for any information in relation to Jakob Martens’ whereabouts. If you have any information, contact Hinton RCMP at 780-865-2455 or your local police.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.