A man tried to break into a local store in Kajaani using a chainsaw during the early hours of Sunday. Police caught the suspect after a brief foot chase through the Finnish city.
The man first smashed the glass on the store's front door. That approach failed to get him inside the business.
He then started up a chainsaw and cut a hole in the loading dock door. Police say this method also proved unsuccessful for gaining entry.
Officers arrived at the scene and the man immediately fled. A K-9 unit helped capture him after a short pursuit through the streets.
Authorities transported the suspect to a police detention facility. He now faces criminal charges for the attempted break-in.
Kajaani is a city in central Finland with approximately 36,000 residents. The incident occurred in the quiet overnight hours when most businesses were closed.
This unusual crime attempt shows how determined some individuals become during break-ins. Using power tools typically draws immediate attention from neighbors and police.
Store security measures ultimately prevented the theft despite the aggressive approach. The business suffered property damage but no items were stolen.