(CARRICK TWP, ON) – On April 15, 2016 at 8:09 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a theft from the Mildmay Veterinary Clinic located along Highway 9 in Carrick Township. Sometime between 3:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., a large quantity of prescribed medication was taken from the business.
Among the stolen medication is a drug called Euthanyl, also known as pentobarvitol sodium, which is used for euthanasia of animals. Police are very concerned that this dangerous drug may be taken which is also fatal in humans.
The Mount Forest Identification Unit is assisting the South Bruce OPP with this investigation. The value of the stolen medication is estimated to be more than $6,000.
The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.crimestoppersgb.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.