(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 a vehicle entry was reported at a Port Ryerse Road, Woodhouse, Norfolk County, Ontario, address.
On Tuesday, November 11, 2014 between 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., unknown suspects entered an unlocked motor vehicle that was parked in the driveway of the residence. Once inside, unknowns removed a purse that contained personal and financial information along with a large quantity of 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 persons or behaviour approaching your vehicle or roaming the area, call the Norfolk County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
