(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment is reminding the public to protect their property and valuables against would be thieves after a theft was reported at an Ordnance Avenue, Turkey Point, Norfolk County, Ontario address.
On Sunday, July 20, 2014 at approximately 11:08 p.m., a homeowner contacted police after hearing unknowns suspects in the shed located on their property as well as their neighbour’s boathouse.
Through investigation it was determined that unknown suspects attended the address and entered a shed located on the property. Once inside, unknowns removed a John Deere riding lawnmower.
The value is approximately $3,000 dollars.
A pick-up truck was observed in the area at the time of the theft. No description could be provided however the truck continued to squeal it tires up and down the roadway. Police are looking to speak to any witnesses that may have seen this vehicle in the area.
The OPP are reminding all residents to secure and lock their sheds, garages and outbuildings and to contact police immediately if they observe any suspicious activity.
Anyone with information regarding this incident should immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1 – 888 – 310 – 1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1 – 800 – 222 – 8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.