{
  "id": 3966469,
  "title": "Gatineau police believe ‘handyman’ behind string of underwear thefts, break-ins",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/gatineau-police-believe-handyman-behind-string-of-underwear-thefts",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-28T13:13:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Global News",
    "slug": "global-news-globalnews",
    "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12038985/gatineau-police-underwear-thefts/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Gatineau police have identified a \"handyman\" as a suspect in a series of underwear thefts and break-ins occurring in the Gatineau area. The 52-year-old man was arrested on November 20, 2025, and investigators believe he may have had additional victims in Manoir des Tremble, Gatineau, and Ottawa. Officers allege that the man offered \"handyman\" services for private individuals, primarily women. After gaining access to the residences, victims discovered underwear that did not belong to them and had some of their items missing. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the police.",
  "summary": "Gatineau police say there may be more victims in connection with a string of underwear thefts and break-ins involving a man offering 'handyman' services.",
  "key_points": [
    "52-year-old handyman identified as suspect",
    "Man arrested on November 20, 2025",
    "Victims reported missing underwear and items"
  ],
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  "illustration": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "Global News",
        "title": "Gatineau police believe ‘handyman’ behind string of underwear thefts, break-ins",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/gatineau-police-believe-handyman-behind-string-of-underwear-thefts-3972390",
        "published": "2026-08-28T13:13:09.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}