(ORILLIA, ON.) – The Orillia Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has recovered a stolen vehicle from a residence in Carden Township.
On March 19, 2015 the Orillia OPP executed a warrant at a residence on Lake Dalrymple Road in Carden Township and recovered a stolen backhoe. The backhoe was stolen on July 9, 2010 from a Mount St. Louis Road residence in Oro Medonte Township.
Police do not believe that the male in possession of the backhoe had anything to do with its theft and subsequently he has not been charged. The male stated that he bought the backhoe from someone he didn’t know for cash. The backhoe has been returned to its rightful owner.
Police would like to remind the public that they should ask for identification when purchasing items from someone they don’t know and that they should always check the serial number with their local police force to confirm that the item is not stolen.
The Orillia OPP is requesting the assistance of the public to solve this theft. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Orillia OPP at 705-326-3536 or Call Crime Stoppers at 1-800- 222-TIPS. (1-800-222-8477) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have any information on this crime or others. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.