Mitchell Car Wash Heist

(WEST PERTH, ON) – Once again, coin boxes were the target of thieves in the Municipality of West Perth.

During the overnight hours of February 15, 2018, the Mitchell Car Wash coin boxes were damaged and an undisclosed amount of money was removed. The damaged property was discovered on February 16, 2018.

Members of the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating the incident, and are asking for assistance from the public in identifying those responsible.

Residents and businesses throughout the county are reminded that criminal activity occurs everywhere. Secure all property and always remove keys and valuables from vehicles. Criminals look for quick and easy opportunities, and often use the cover of darkness when seeking out their next target.

Property crime affects all of us. Report suspicious vehicles and persons immediately to police. Working together, we can reduce the impact of property crime in our communities. Call police at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at http://www.pc-crimestoppers.ca/, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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