ON January 19, the New Westminster Police Department made an arrest after a resident called 9-1-1 believing someone breaking into the condominium mail room. That suspect has since been connected to a total of 17 different offences ranging from theft of auto to possession of stolen property.

Mark Forrest, 39, of Surrey has been charged with the following offences:

• Twelve counts of break-and-enter;
• One count of mail theft;
• Two counts of possession of a break-and-enter instrument; and
• One count of possession of identity documents.

“This arrest sends a clear message that crime doesn’t pay in New Westminster,” said Sgt. Andrew Leaver on Thursday. “The Street Crime Unit’s dedication and investigative work ensures that criminals will be identified and arrested. It’s only a matter of time.”