(Innisfil,ON) On Thursday, November 10, 2016, a resident of the 14th Line in Gilford called South Simcoe Police to report his truck had been stolen. The man told officers that sometime overnight, a suspect took the keys from inside the front door of his home and drove off in his 2008 Dodge Dakota pickup truck. The theft occurred sometime between 9:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. The victim’s wallet was also inside the vehicle. It is unknown how the suspect gained access to the home, but the door may have been unlocked. The grey truck was plated 3848WM. Anyone with information is asked to call South Simcoe Police or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Citizens are urged to practice Lock It Or Lose It as a crime prevention method. Remove all valuables from your vehicle. Lock your doors. Keep you keys in a safe place, out of sight.
R.I.D.E. Spot Checks
(Innisfil, ON) South Simcoe Police conducted a R.I.D.E. spot check last night, on the 7th Line in Alcona. Over 100 cars were stopped, 2 drivers were tested at the roadside and both passed.
While pleased with this result, we remind the public that impaired driving is still the number one cause of criminal death in Canada. We will continue to operate R.I.D.E. spot checks year round in an effort to educate drivers on the dangers of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol and to reduce impaired driving on our roads. We strive to have the safest roads in Canada. You can help by calling 9-1-1 if you suspect an impaired driver.
