Two teenage sisters attacked at home in Nanaimo

Two teenage sisters in Nanaimo are recovering after a man broke into their home, released a blast of bear spray and then stole several electronics when the sisters ran from the house.

RCMP say it happened yesterday at around 3 pm, and even though police were on scene within minutes, the suspect could not be found.

Constable Gary O'Brien says the man, in camouflage clothing and wearing a balaclava that covered most of his face, likely entered through an unlocked door and used a hockey bag found the house to carry the stolen items.

Gary O'Brien says the sisters were treated at the scene for lingering effects of the bear spray and will be fine.