Two state crime spree

Bobbie Bicknell Coray, Reporter
Rich Civic Times

RANDOLPH, Utah.  May 28, 2020.  According to some of the victims, at least two men stole a car in Tremonton, Utah, then drove to Dee’s Service in Laketown, Utah, Monday morning at 1:20 a.m. where they broke in and stole merchandise and the donation box for “Make A Wish”.

After Dee’s they seem to have driven to Fish Haven stopping at a private residence of an elderly woman to try to get in.  Fortunately her daughter was staying with her that night and frightened the men away.   Moving on to Fish Haven and the Bear Bottom Country Store, they broke the glass door and stole merchandise and destroyed property. 

Owner Debbie Chandler said, “It has been 24 hours since hearing the news we had been broken into also. One of them has been caught as of yesterday. It has created stress and anxiety for everyone involved. These thieves have invaded our privacy and destroyed our property. I would like to thank our amazing employees for offering their time to help clean up the mess. Bear Lake County Sheriff’s department has been helpful and hopefully the others will be caught and brought to justice. Doors and windows can be fixed. The beer, wine, cigarettes and chips stolen can be replaced. The feeling of disrespect and invasion of privacy will linger in our hearts for a long time.”

After creating havoc in Fish Haven, they sped to Layton where they crashed the stolen car.
Kris Hodges of Dee’s wrote, “He's been caught!!! Thank you Rich County Sheriff's Office and Bear Lake County Sheriff's office and all other law enforcement involved! We also appreciate all of the help from our friends! We are so grateful for all of you.”

As of Friday only one was in custody.  Deputy Rob Pelto, Bear Lake County Sheriff’s office, was unable to comment on the case as it involves at least four jurisdictions and two states.

If you have any information please contact Rich County Sheriff’s Office.