(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – One additional individual has been charged in connection with a theft from a commercial premises in Colborne.
On October 11, 2024, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a theft from a business located on Toronto Street in Colborne. It was reported that several individuals stole approximately $865 worth of liquor. On September 10, 2025, officers located and arrested two individuals in relation to the investigation.
On September 12, 2025, a third individual was taken into custody.
As a result, Ashvin BALAKUGAN (20) of Toronto, has been charged with:
- Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting
All three accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in October.
The Northumberland OPP is committed to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact Crime Stoppers at stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Over 150,000 Monthly Readers! 1 Million+ Across the entire FreePress Network.
Daily Docket for all Ontario Courts
Goderich Court Zoom Link OR https://zoom.us/join Meeting ID: 640 7440 6397 Passcode: 881382
Zoom links to all Ontario courts