Smash‑and‑grab spree leads to charges after $50K in goods stolen: Calgary police
Posted Jan 26, 2026 4:49 pm.
Last Updated Jan 26, 2026 4:52 pm.
A months‑long string of break‑ins at Calgary stores has led to charges against two men after police seized thousands of dollars in stolen merchandise and an array of disguises allegedly used in the crimes.
Calgary police say nine stores were hit in the spree, which caused extensive damage and netted more than $50,000 in fragrances, electronics, trading cards, and other goods.
The stores targeted included Sephora, Best Buy, and Shoppers Drug Mart locations.
Investigators executed search warrants last Wednesday at two homes in Calgary, along with an associated vehicle. Officers say they recovered more than 100 sealed fragrance bottles, electronics, trading cards, and tools believed to have been used to break into the stores.
Two Calgary men now face a combined 36 charges.
Jordan Asselin, 36, and Dustin Wood, 45, have both been charged with seven counts of breaking and entering to commit theft, one count of breaking and entering with intent to commit theft, one count of mischief under $5,000, and nine counts of disguise with intent to commit a crime.
Police are asking anyone with additional information about the case to call 403‑266‑1234. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers.
