Police discover underground tunnel full of stolen goods in SE
Posted Apr 12, 2016 09:41:28 AM.
Last Updated Apr 12, 2016 09:42:56 AM.
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A man has been arrested after Calgary police uncovered a hidden tunnel full of stolen property.
Investigators say the tunnel extended 30 feet into the backyard of a home on Queen Charlotte Way SE, and a search found up to $100,000 worth of stolen bicycles, tools, electronics, sports equipment and ammo.
Douglas Scott Pentland, 50, is charged with 15 counts of break and enter.
Police allege Pentland broke into homes through basement windows, or by prying open overhead garage doors.
They are advising homeowners to protect their properties by securing basement windows with bars, making sure they are locked but accessible in the event of a fire, and by installing a home security system with sensors for the overhead garage and main doors.