41-year-old man arrested in connection with numerous property crimes in Sooke

Sooke RCMP have arrested and charged a 41-year-old man in relation to three separate alleged property crime incidents.

The accused, Pernel Severight, has been charged with two counts of mischief, three counts of theft under $5,000 and two counts of failing to comply with an undertaking.

Police say the alleged offences occurred on October 4th, October 17th and October 21st in Sooke and all involved local businesses. 

Since his arrest, Severight has been remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear in court on October 30th for a bail hearing.

“Property crime remains a concern for our community, and our officers are committed to investigating these incidents and pursuing all available investigative avenues,” said S/Sgt. Greg Willcocks, detachment commander of Sooke RCMP. 

Supporting local businesses and addressing property crime continues to be a priority for our detachment.”

Anyone with information regarding property crimes in the community can contact Sooke RCMP at (250) 642-5241.