At approximately 8:30am on February 22nd, police received information from security staff at the Old Quebec Street Mall about a male that had stolen an AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) from a second floor hallway. The theft was captured on video and police were able to obtain a photograph of the suspect.
Two hours later, police located that same male in the washroom of a Gordon Street restaurant and arrested him for theft. During the search of the man, the AED was recovered along with a quantity of substances believed to be methamphetamine and marihuana. He also was in possession of two cans of ‘bear spray’.
The 33 year-old Guelph man is charged with theft under $5000, possession of stolen property, two counts of possession of a controlled substance, six counts of breach of recognizance, carry a concealed weapon and six counts of breaching a weapons prohibition order. He was held in custody to appear for a bail hearing.
Man shouting in the street
Shortly after 10pm on February 22nd, police received information about a male that was standing on the roadway near the corner of Wyndham and Macdonell Streets shouting and swearing. When police arrived and began speaking to the male, he appeared to be under the influence of illicit drugs. The 33 year-old Guelph man was arrested for causing a disturbance and further charged with three counts of breaching conditions of probation. He was held in custody and will appear in bail court today.
Break and Enter
Sometime overnight on February 22nd, an unknown person(s) entered the rental office of an Edinburgh Road apartment building. An interior supply room door was forced open and a number of miscellaneous items were taken.
Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. J. Ferringo at 519-824-1212 at extension #7363. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.
Vehicle hits building
At approximately 11:15am on February 22nd, an Edinburgh Road business reported that a Mazda CX5 had struck their building. The vehicle was travelling at a very slow speed and was only minimally damaged. The building itself was only superficially damaged as well. As a precaution, an ambulance attended for the elderly driver who did not receive any injuries. Charges have not been laid in this matter.
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