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Protesters Steal Food in Robin Hood-Themed Heist

2/5/2026

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Story summary

On February 4, 2026, the group Robins des Ruelles stole food from a Montreal health food store to protest rising prices, with about 60 participants dressed as Robin Hood, distributing items to community fridges.
Montreal Police opened an investigation; no arrests or recovered items, with the goods valued in the thousands.
The incident followed a December theft by the same group, who dressed as Santa to steal food.

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Story summary

On February 4, 2026, the group Robins des Ruelles stole food from a Montreal health food store to protest rising prices, with about 60 participants dressed as Robin Hood, distributing items to community fridges.
Montreal Police opened an investigation; no arrests or recovered items, with the goods valued in the thousands.
The incident followed a December theft by the same group, who dressed as Santa to steal food.