On Nov. 13, Saanich police shared a photo of a fishing bag found in Cordova Bay in an effort to locate the rightful owner. (Saanich Police/Twitter)

Saanich police hope to hook up fishing bag found in Cordova Bay with owner

Small khaki pouch may be connected to vehicle break-in, police say

  • Nov. 13, 2020 12:00 a.m.

Is anyone missing some fishing gear?

Saanich police are seeking the owner of a Cabela’s brand fishing bag found in Cordova Bay. On Friday morning, the department took to social media to share a photo of the small khaki bag found earlier in the week and said the pouch may be related to a recent theft from vehicle.

Officers hope to return the fishing gear and ask that the owner call the Saanich Police Department’s non-emergency line at 250-475-4331, refer to file number 20-25652 and describe the contents of the bag.

According to police, thefts from vehicles have spiked over the past week in Saanich and residents are reminded to take precautions such as removing items from plain sight and locking up at night.

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