RCMP Probing Seasonal Property Break-Ins Near Croque, NL
Community Safety Alert for Seasonal Property Owners
Roddickton RCMP are investigating a reported break, enter and theft involving a seasonal camping trailer in the community of Croque, Newfoundland and Labrador. Police were called on May 11, 2026, after a trailer parked along Croque Road was found forcibly entered and items stolen.
Investigators believe this may not be an isolated incident and that other cabins, trailers, or seasonal properties in the area could also have been targeted. As residents return to prepare their properties for the summer months, RCMP are urging all seasonal property owners in the region to carefully inspect their sites and report any signs of damage, theft, or suspicious activity.
Official Details of the RCMP Investigation
According to the information released by Roddickton RCMP, officers responded to a call for service regarding a break and enter at a seasonal camping trailer on Croque Road on May 11.
Key details from the investigation so far include:
- A camping trailer used as a seasonal property was broken into on Croque Road near Croque, NL.
- One or more unknown suspects forced open a cargo compartment on the trailer.
- Various outdoor and camping-related equipment was taken from the trailer.
- Police suspect there may be additional unreported break and enters involving nearby cabins, trailers, or other seasonal dwellings.
RCMP are specifically asking individuals who own or manage seasonal properties in this area to:
- Inspect cabins, trailers, and other seasonal structures upon arrival.
- Look for signs of forced entry, missing property, or unusual damage.
- Promptly report any criminal or suspicious activity to police.
How to Report Information or File a Complaint
If you discover that your seasonal property in the Croque or Croque Road area has been broken into, or you notice missing items or damage that appears criminal in nature, you are asked to contact Roddickton RCMP directly at (709) 457-2468.
Anyone who may have information that could assist with this investigation — including sightings of suspicious vehicles, individuals, or unusual activity around cabins or trailers — is urged to reach out to their local police detachment.
For those who wish to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers by:
- Calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
- Visiting nlcrimestoppers.com
- Using the P3Tips mobile app
Although this incident took place in a rural Newfoundland and Labrador community, seasonal property crimes are a concern across Canada. For example, smaller communities similar to Croque, such as those analyzed in our crime statistics profiles for places like Rothesay in New Brunswick, show how property offences can affect residents’ sense of safety even when overall crime levels are relatively low.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, incidents involving break, enter and theft at seasonal properties in Newfoundland and Labrador highlight the importance of early detection and consistent reporting. Rural cabins and trailers are often unoccupied for long periods, making them attractive targets for opportunistic thieves. When owners thoroughly check their sites at the start of the season and immediately report any damage or theft, it gives police a stronger chance to link cases, identify patterns, and recover stolen property.
To help protect seasonal properties, CrimeCanada.ca encourages owners to document serial numbers of valuable items, photograph equipment, use sturdy locks on doors and storage compartments, and maintain communication with nearby residents or other cabin owners who can watch for unusual activity. Promptly sharing information with police or Crime Stoppers when something seems out of place is a key step in strengthening community safety and supporting investigations like the one now underway near Croque.
Official Source & Community Safety
This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the newfoundland-and-labrador community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.
Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.