Tupelo Police Seek Suspect in Business Burglary

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The Tupelo Police Department and Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi are asking for the public's help in identifying and locating a suspect wanted for burglarizing a business on Cliff Gookin Boulevard. The victim reported that several items were stolen after the suspect broke the front door with a stool, as seen in surveillance footage.

Why it matters

Burglaries of local businesses can have a significant impact on the community, disrupting operations, causing financial losses, and eroding a sense of safety. Identifying and apprehending the suspect could help prevent further incidents and provide some closure for the affected business owner.

The details

According to the police report, the burglary occurred on February 17 at a business on Cliff Gookin Boulevard. The suspect is seen in surveillance footage breaking the front door with a stool and then stealing several items from the premises. The victim filed the report, and the Tupelo Police Department, along with Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi, are now seeking the public's assistance in identifying and locating the suspect.

• The burglary occurred on February 17, 2026.

What’s next

The Tupelo Police Department is urging anyone with information about the suspect or the burglary to come forward and contact them or Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are hopeful that the public's assistance will lead to the identification and apprehension of the suspect.