Thieves Ram Car Through Wall to Steal From Weed Dispensary

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Authorities responded to an alarm at the Happy Time Weed Dispensary outside of Pullman, Washington early this morning after someone drove a vehicle through the front wall of the building to break in. While the suspects fled the scene before police arrived, a minimal amount of inventory was reported stolen.

Why it matters

Burglaries and property crimes targeting cannabis businesses have been an ongoing issue in some areas, with thieves often using extreme measures like ramming vehicles into buildings to gain access. This incident highlights the security challenges faced by legal marijuana retailers, even in more rural areas.

The details

According to the Whitman County Sheriff's Office, deputies and Pullman Police officers responded to an alarm at the Happy Time Weed Dispensary around 2:20 AM. The alarm company had reported a break-in, and when authorities arrived, they found a vehicle had been driven through the front wall of the building. The suspects had already fled the scene by the time police got there, but investigators believe the rapid law enforcement response likely deterred them from remaining. A full inventory assessment is still underway, but only a minimal amount of product was reported stolen.

• The incident occurred around 2:20 AM on March 3, 2026.

What’s next

Investigators are still searching for the suspects involved in the break-in and are asking anyone with information to contact the Whitman County Sheriff's Office.