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Spencer Pharmacy Burglarized; Significant Amount Of Ephedrine Missing

November 22, 2014

(Spencer)– Spencer police are investigating a burglary at a local pharmacy.

It took place at Medicap Pharmacy at 829 North Grand Avenue in Spencer.

Police responded to an alarm call from the business around 11:45 p.m. Saturday. No one was at the store when officers arrived. Entry was gained by forcing open a west door.

A quantity of ephedrine was reported missing. Officers speculate the theft is related to the manufacture of methamphetamine. Ephedrine is a key ingredient in the drug.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Spencer police at 262-2151.

(Story from Danielle Hitchings of sister station KDWD Hot 100 in Spencer.).

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