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2 sought in break-in at Springfield store

Battle Creek Enquirer

SPRINGFIELD – Police believe two men stole cigarettes, alcohol, money and a cash register in an overnight break-in at Bellar’s Market.

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the business in the 500 block of Upton Avenue about 1:30 a.m. after an alarm was activated in the convenience store.

Calhoun County Sheriff's Office deputies believe two men stole cigarettes, alcohol, money and a cash register in an overnight break-in at Bellar’s Market. One suspect was captured on a surveillance camera.

Deputies didn’t find any suspects in the building, but security cameras in the store showed one male inside when the alarm was activated. The sheriff’s office said it believes two men were involved, but did not release additional details.

Deputies searched the area with the help of a Michigan State Police K9 team, and the K9 was able to track a suspect to a point where police believe the person fled in an unknown vehicle.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office at 269-781-0800 or Silent Observer at 269-964-3888.