(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a reported break and enter to a residence while the homeowners were sleeping at a residence on Richard Avenue, Norfolk County, Ontario.
OPP investigators attended and discovered that unknown person(s) attended the Richard Avenue residence at approximately 6:00 a.m. on 23 August 2016 while the home owners were sleeping. The thieves entered the residence and took a purse containing personal identification and cash.
The Norfolk County OPP wants to remind the public to “Protect your property” and avoid being a victim by following some of these helpful tips:
Watch for suspicious people or activity in your neighbourhood
Lock doors and windows, even if you are in the backyard
Keep garage doors and entry doors secured
Keep valuables in the home in secure locations
The Norfolk County OPP is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects involved in the incident. Anyone with information can call the Norfolk County OPP Criminal Investigations unit 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.
