Theft and Return of Unlocked Vehicle With Keys In Ignition

(Bluewater, ON) A Walnut Street resident in Zurich had his vehicle stolen and returned in the same night. The owner of the vehicle left it unlocked with the keys in the ignition during the night of May 26-27. On the morning of the 27th he awoke to see that the headlights were on in his vehicle. He later noticed that the fuel tank was empty.

While the vehicle was gone, the unknown culprits stole several tools from the back of the van. They are listed as a Makita Skill saw, a ½ “ hammer drill, a large set of drill bits, a tool box containing various hand tools, a Mastercraft Sawsall and a shovel.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Huron OPP at 1-800-310-1122 or CRIME STOPPERS- 1-800-222-T.I.P.S. (8477). LP09127264

Needless to say, this theft probably would not have occurred if the vehicle had been locked and the keys had been secured. Please take a moment to safeguard your property.

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