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Man accused of stealing from Quesnel businesses sentenced in provincial court

Jail time served and 12 months probation.

That was the sentence given to a suspect in a series of break-ins at businesses in downtown Quesnel.

30-year old James Reid pleaded guilty to three counts of theft under $5,000.

He was in custody for three days and was given credit for 5.

The charges are in connection with break-ins at businesses on August 1st, 3rd and 9th.

Reid was arrested in connection with an RCMP investigation that targeted shoplifters in Quesnel.

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