7 Thefts Near Shipka

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers are investigating seven reported thefts from vehicles that occurred last week near Shipka.

All of the thefts took place sometime during the late evening hours on November 22, 2017 into the early morning hours of November 23, 2017. Most of the thefts took place on Crediton Road between Corbett Line & Blackbush Line.

As in the case of most thefts from vehicles, these vehicles were left unlocked with valuables inside. Out of the seven cases, six had property stolen.

Some of the stolen items included: $1500 worth of power tools, a wallet, loose change, a GPS system and vehicle ignition keys.

Vehicle owners are once again reminded of the importance of taking a second to lock up your vehicle. Theft from vehicles is largely a crime of opportunity, please do your part in keeping your community safe by removing the opportunity.

Make it a habit to always secure your vehicle, remove your ignition key and any valuables from your vehicle. Should you see suspicious activity in your neighborhood please contact police.

Any person with information regarding any of these incidents should immediately contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 524-8314. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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