Shane DIXON – Break & Enter, Theft, Etc.

 (ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a local man in connection with a break and enter at a business in Orillia.

On June 13, 2025, shortly after 4:00 a.m., officers responded to a report of a break and enter in progress at a Colborne Street business. Officers arrived on scene within minutes but determined that the suspect(s) had fled prior to their arrival. Upon assessing the premises, staff confirmed that a quantity of cigarettes and cigars had been stolen.

Subsequent investigation, including review of video surveillance footage, provided officers with a description of the suspects. Patrols were conducted in the area, leading to the arrest of one individual found in possession of stolen cigars and cigarettes.

As a result, Shane DIXON, age 40, of Orillia, has been charged with:

·        Adult Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence

·        Adult Theft

·        Adult Disguise with Intent

·        Adult Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada

The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking and is set to appear on July 15, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice, Orillia

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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