(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment is reminding the public to protect their property and valuables against would be thieves after several vehicle entries were reported from various Simcoe, Norfolk County, ON addresses.
On Friday, July 26, 2013 in the early morning hours, unknown suspects entered various vehicles by smashing the passenger side window on vehicles located at Scott Avenue, South Drive, Oak Street and Hume Street. During the entries wallets and purses containing personal identification were taken along with an acoustic guitar, medical supplies and Canadian currency.
Here are some tips to prevent you from becoming a victim:
Always secure your vehicle doors when parking your vehicle, even if you are only going to be a few minutes.
Remove valuables from your vehicle. If you can’t, then keep them from plain view.
Park in well lighted areas with high traffic.
Clean out your garage and park your vehicle in it – locking your vehicle and the garage door.
Remember, if you see something, say something. If you see suspicious activity or behaviour around your vehicle or neighbourhood, report it.
Anyone with information regarding this incidents should immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police 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.