Cobourg Police are investigating two overnight break and enters at local businesses
believed to have occurred in the early morning hours of October 19, 2026.
At approximately 4:00 a.m., police responded to a report of a break and enter at Tim Hortons on Elgin Street
West in Cobourg. Staff discovered the incident when they arrived for work.
While officers were responding, they received a second call reporting a similar break and enter at the Tim
Hortons location on William Street. Police reviewed surveillance footage and determined entry was gained at
approximately 2:45 a.m.
The investigation remains ongoing, and officers will be conducting a canvass of the surrounding areas.
Anyone with information, surveillance footage, or dash-cam footage of the area is asked to contact CPS at 905-
372-6821. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or
online at www.stopcrimehere.ca. Tips submitted through Crime Stoppers may be eligible for a cash reward.
