Smile, you're on camera: Surveillance footage shows thief stealing surveillance device

A man accused of stealing surveillance cameras from a Brandonbusiness is facing charges after police were able to use footage from the stolen camerasto identify their suspect.

Police in the southwestern Manitoba citybegan investigating after the cameras were stolen from the business in the first 100 block of 10th StreetApril 14.

The case broke wide open once investigators reviewed the tape, says Staff Sgt. Mike Tosh with Brandon police.

"You could see him jumping up, reachingand trying to grab the camera," said Tosh.

"It's very good evidence and no, it's not usually that easy."

A 26-year-old Brandon man is charged with theft under $5,000 in connection to the caper.

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