Waterloo Regional Police have released video of two suspects linked to alleged thefts at a Waterloo restaurant.
Police say an 18-year-old was having dinner at a restaurant on Albert Street at around 9:20 p.m. on Nov. 7 when he left the table briefly.
They allege a man snatched the 18-year-old’s Moose Knuckle winter jacket containing his personal belongings and took off. The suspect was last spotted running east on University Avenue, according to police.
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Police describe the suspect as a 20- to 30-year-old man who stands around six feet three inches tall and has a slim build and short black hair. He was wearing a red winter coat and sunglasses, police say.
A police spokesperson told Global News there have been a slew of recently reported thefts involving Moose Knuckle winter jackets in Waterloo Region. They say officers are investigating to see if there is a connection between any of the reported incidents.
Later that night, at the same restaurant, the tip jar was also reportedly stolen.
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Police described the suspect in that incident as a man around 20 years old with a slim build who was wearing a blue jacket and sunglasses.
Police are asking anyone with information to call 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.