Guelph Police Daily News Release – 21Sept2016

Theft from residence

On September 20, 2016 at 11:56 a.m., the Guelph Police received the report of the theft of a mini ATV from an Imperial Road North address.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst S. Boyd at 519-824-1212 at extension #7579. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.

A safe community starts with a safe home. Protect yourself and your family with these home safety tips from Guelph Police investigative support services. If you do fall victim to a crime like theft, you may be able to report using the Guelph Police CopLogic online reporting system. You can find this on the Guelph Police website under Online Reporting.

Homecoming scam?

On September 20, 2016 the Guelph Police received the report from a University of Guelph student that they had transferred money online to purchase a Homecoming ticket via Facebook but failed to receive the ticket.

These days, people can buy or sell almost anything over the Internet. Unfortunately, criminals can use the anonymity of the internet to rip off unsuspecting buyers and sellers.

As a buyer you should:

Try to avoid paying by money transfers – they are not secure.

Be careful when using direct banking transactions to pay for goods. Make sure transactions are secure.

Don’t send confidential personal or financial information by email.

Consider using an online payment option such as PayPal, which helps to protect you.

As a seller you should:

Be wary of accepting payment by cheque. Even though it may clear, you are still liable if the cheque is forged or stolen.

Don’t accept a cheque for a higher amount and refund the difference. This is a common fraud that only comes to light when the buyers’ cheque turns out to be stolen or forged.

Road safety enforcement – September 20

In the area of Elmira Road/Freshmeadow Way from 6:12 p.m. – 7:10 p.m. – 4 tickets issued.

Police incidents over the last 24 hours

The Guelph Police were involved in 184 incidents in this time frame. Incidents involve everything from traffic stops and accidental 911 calls to domestics and break and enters.

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