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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2017-02-08, Page 66 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, February 8.2017 ►POLICE BRIEFS Break and enter in Seaforth, custom skateboards stolen HURON EAST, Ont.) — Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers are currently investigating a break, enter and theft that took place last week at a residence located on Coleman Street in Seaforth. Investigators believe the crime took place sometime between 8:00 p.m. on January 19th and 8:00 a.m. on January 24th, 2017. Sometime during this time period those responsible forced entry into the residence through a rear kitchen door. Once inside the residence the thieves located and stole various items from the property. Some of the stolen property consisted of: • An orange & white Stihl weed eater. • A blue Mastercraft nail gun • A red Milwaukee reciprocating saw • (3) Three custom skateboards, (2) Two of them were Iongboards (See Attached Photos) A value for the stolen property has not been provided. Any person with information regarding this incident should immediately contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 524-8314. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1 -800 -222 - TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000. Community Satisfaction Survey helps OPP (HURON COUNTY, Ont.) — A Community Satisfaction Survey is currently underway in West Region and you may end up getting a cold call seeking your input. The West Region surveys started in January in an effort to solicit public opinions about the services the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachments deliver to communities throughout the region. The Community Satisfaction Survey is a telephone survey that randomly selects members of the public (16 years or older) who live in Ontario. The survey takes about five to seven minutes to complete and is strictly voluntary. Those contacted and willing to participate are asked about issues such as community security, perceptions of crime and youth issues in the community, OPP presence in the community, service delivery and even how the OPP investigates crime and enforces the law. The information provided by those surveyed is being collected by a research consultant, R.A. Malatest & Associates Ltd. that has been retained by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. The information is treated confidentially and the names, telephone numbers, and addresses of those surveyed will not be included in the survey results provided to the OPP. Once the survey is complete. the results will be used in the OPP Business Action Plan and Annual Report. The information will also be useful in helping OPP's West Region set out goals and objectives to improve on the services it delivers to communities across the Region. These surveys are done throughout the province on a rotational three year schedule. The West Region detachment surveys started in January and are expected to be completed by March 30, 2017. The Ontario Provincial Police would like to thank those who participate in the Community Satisfaction Survey and who take the time to help the OPP in its vision of Safe Communities A Secure Ontario. Fuel theft prevention tips (HURON COUNTY, Ont.) — Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is offering the following tips to the public to help prevent fuel theft following some recent cases that have taken place in Huron County. On January 16, 2017 at approximately 5:30 a.m. an attempt was made to siphon gasoline from a company vehicle parked at a business located on Victoria Street in Gorrie. The suspect was unsuccessful, thanks to a locking gas cap that had been installed by the owner. The suspect was operating a Ford F-250 extended cab with a Targe dent in the passenger side of the vehicle. Huron OPP is also investigating two thefts of fuel that took place on back to back nights this week in Fordwich. On Monday, January 30th around 7:15 p.m. a male suspect attended a business located on Old Mill Street and used a hose to siphon fuel from one of the company vehicles. He used a red plastic fuel canister to transport the stolen fuel. The following evening a vehicle owner from Louisa Street also reported someone stole some fuel from their vehicle. Here are some tips to help prevent fuel theft: CONSUMERS/ HOMEOWNERS • Consider installing a locking gas cap. • Avoid parking in dark, isolated areas — especially for extended periods of time. • Park your vehicle in a locked garage. If you don't have a garage, park next to the house in a well -lit area. • If you have to park on the street or in a parking lot. Park your vehicle so the fuel door is plainly visible. • If you have bulk fuels on your property, lock the tank and the dispenser to prevent unauthorized access. Ensure the power supply to the pump is turned off. • CaII the police if you see suspicious activity around fuel tanks or parked vehicles. Try to record suspect / suspect vehicle descriptions. • A barking dog can act as a great tool to deter criminal activity on your property. • Be suspicious of any strangers that enter onto your property, keep in mind they may be scoping out your property. RETAILERS • Consider prepayment or pay at pump. • Install and maintain a high quality video surveillance system. • Be alert and vigilant. Consider greeting customers over an intercom system. • Record licence plate numbers before activating fuel pump. • Locate the cash drawer so the clerk has an unobstructed view of the fuel pumps. • Consider a reward system for customers that provide information that leads to identifying a gas thief. • If you have a gas theft, record the date, time, suspect description, vehicle description and licence plate number. Anyone interested in more information on crime prevention tips can visit the Crime Prevention page at http://www. opp.ca/ Huron County OPP is requesting anyone with information about these recent fuel thefts or any others to call police at 1-888- 310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1 -800- 222 -TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000. Youth warned about careless use of a BB Gun (GODERICH, ON) — Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers have been able to determine the damage caused to an exterior classroom window at Goderich District Collegiate Institute (GDCI) this afternoon was caused by an errant projectile from a BB gun. Police were led to a nearby residence whereupon they learned two youth had been in the backyard shooting air soft pellets from a BB gun. Investigators have confirmed one of the rounds left the backyard and accidentally struck the school window. Police have since warned the youth and spoke to them about firearms safety rules, specifically, always be sure of your target and what lies beyond. It should be noted there is a Town of Goderich By -Law prohibiting the discharge of firearms. By -Law 41 of 2006 reads, "Discharge firearms, air gun or spring gun in the Town of Goderich" carries a $125 set fine. Drug impaired driver faces numerous charges - (GODERICH & CENTRAL HURON, Ont.) — A 24 -year-old female from Goderich is facing criminal charges following an incident that took place in Huron County this past weekend. At approximately 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, January 29, 2017 Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers received information that a female had just taken off from a residence in a stolen vehicle and it was believed she was impaired by a drug. Officers began patrolling for the suspect vehicle, a black Cadillac CT that was stolen from a property in Goderich. About 10 minutes later, officers located the Cadillac CT travelling eastbound on Huron Road (Highway 8) near Clinton. A traffic stop was initiated and the driver pulled over without incident. Upon speaking with the driver the investigating officer made some observations that led him to believe the driver was impaired. Also, it was learned the driver held a suspended driver's licence. As a result, the female driver was placed under arrest for Impaired Driving, Theft of a Motor Vehicle Over $5,000 and Driving While Under Suspension. The driver was subsequently transported to the Huron OPP Detachment where a Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) evaluated the driver and formed the opinion the driver was impaired by a drug. Consequently, a 24 -year-old from Goderich has been charged with Impaired Driving by Drug, Theft Over $5,000 and Drive While Under Suspension. She was later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for March 6, 2017 at the Ontario Court of Justice — Goderich. p.. cuuRcH .6cToRy You are invited to attend these area churches ST. THOMAS ANGLICAN 21 Jarvis St., Seaforth Church Office 519-527-1522 holyspirit@tcc.on.ca Rev. Shaun Eaton - Priest -in -Charge Sunday February 12 Worship at 9:30am followed by coffee hour Everyone Welcome Council meets Wed. Feb. 15 at 4pm EGMONDVILLE UNITED CHURCH Rev. Christine Hossack Worship February 12 10:30 a.m. Soup Luncheon to follow Also Resource centre display and sale Books, cards, gifts, napkin and miscellaneous items Annual General Meeting following Feb. 26 worship Like us on Facebook www.egmondvilleunitedchurch.com BETHEL BIBLE CHURCH An Associated Gospel Church 126 Main St. Seaforth 519-527-0982 Interim Pastor: Rev. Laurie Morris February 12 - 11 am "Loving One Another" Sunday School - 9:45 am February 19 -11 am "Salvation - Can We Know for Sure?" Tuesday Evenings: Youth Group - 6:30 - 9 pm B&GClub -6:45 pm Wednesday Evening: Men's Bible Study - 7 pm (r--.\ EVERYONE WELCOME FIRS ' PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 59 Goderich St. W. Seaforth 519-527-0170 Rev. Dwight Nelson Louie Mann - Organist Sunday, February 12 9:3Oam *NOTE TIME CHANGE Sunday School S. Nursery Provided as Needed `' ALL WELCOME Once the survey is complete. the results will be used in the OPP Business Action Plan and Annual Report. The information will also be useful in helping OPP's West Region set out goals and objectives to improve on the services it delivers to communities across the Region. These surveys are done throughout the province on a rotational three year schedule. The West Region detachment surveys started in January and are expected to be completed by March 30, 2017. The Ontario Provincial Police would like to thank those who participate in the Community Satisfaction Survey and who take the time to help the OPP in its vision of Safe Communities A Secure Ontario. Fuel theft prevention tips (HURON COUNTY, Ont.) — Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is offering the following tips to the public to help prevent fuel theft following some recent cases that have taken place in Huron County. On January 16, 2017 at approximately 5:30 a.m. an attempt was made to siphon gasoline from a company vehicle parked at a business located on Victoria Street in Gorrie. The suspect was unsuccessful, thanks to a locking gas cap that had been installed by the owner. The suspect was operating a Ford F-250 extended cab with a Targe dent in the passenger side of the vehicle. Huron OPP is also investigating two thefts of fuel that took place on back to back nights this week in Fordwich. On Monday, January 30th around 7:15 p.m. a male suspect attended a business located on Old Mill Street and used a hose to siphon fuel from one of the company vehicles. He used a red plastic fuel canister to transport the stolen fuel. The following evening a vehicle owner from Louisa Street also reported someone stole some fuel from their vehicle. Here are some tips to help prevent fuel theft: CONSUMERS/ HOMEOWNERS • Consider installing a locking gas cap. • Avoid parking in dark, isolated areas — especially for extended periods of time. • Park your vehicle in a locked garage. If you don't have a garage, park next to the house in a well -lit area. • If you have to park on the street or in a parking lot. Park your vehicle so the fuel door is plainly visible. • If you have bulk fuels on your property, lock the tank and the dispenser to prevent unauthorized access. Ensure the power supply to the pump is turned off. • CaII the police if you see suspicious activity around fuel tanks or parked vehicles. Try to record suspect / suspect vehicle descriptions. • A barking dog can act as a great tool to deter criminal activity on your property. • Be suspicious of any strangers that enter onto your property, keep in mind they may be scoping out your property. RETAILERS • Consider prepayment or pay at pump. • Install and maintain a high quality video surveillance system. • Be alert and vigilant. Consider greeting customers over an intercom system. • Record licence plate numbers before activating fuel pump. • Locate the cash drawer so the clerk has an unobstructed view of the fuel pumps. • Consider a reward system for customers that provide information that leads to identifying a gas thief. • If you have a gas theft, record the date, time, suspect description, vehicle description and licence plate number. Anyone interested in more information on crime prevention tips can visit the Crime Prevention page at http://www. opp.ca/ Huron County OPP is requesting anyone with information about these recent fuel thefts or any others to call police at 1-888- 310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1 -800- 222 -TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000. Youth warned about careless use of a BB Gun (GODERICH, ON) — Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers have been able to determine the damage caused to an exterior classroom window at Goderich District Collegiate Institute (GDCI) this afternoon was caused by an errant projectile from a BB gun. Police were led to a nearby residence whereupon they learned two youth had been in the backyard shooting air soft pellets from a BB gun. Investigators have confirmed one of the rounds left the backyard and accidentally struck the school window. Police have since warned the youth and spoke to them about firearms safety rules, specifically, always be sure of your target and what lies beyond. It should be noted there is a Town of Goderich By -Law prohibiting the discharge of firearms. By -Law 41 of 2006 reads, "Discharge firearms, air gun or spring gun in the Town of Goderich" carries a $125 set fine. Drug impaired driver faces numerous charges - (GODERICH & CENTRAL HURON, Ont.) — A 24 -year-old female from Goderich is facing criminal charges following an incident that took place in Huron County this past weekend. At approximately 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, January 29, 2017 Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers received information that a female had just taken off from a residence in a stolen vehicle and it was believed she was impaired by a drug. Officers began patrolling for the suspect vehicle, a black Cadillac CT that was stolen from a property in Goderich. About 10 minutes later, officers located the Cadillac CT travelling eastbound on Huron Road (Highway 8) near Clinton. A traffic stop was initiated and the driver pulled over without incident. Upon speaking with the driver the investigating officer made some observations that led him to believe the driver was impaired. Also, it was learned the driver held a suspended driver's licence. As a result, the female driver was placed under arrest for Impaired Driving, Theft of a Motor Vehicle Over $5,000 and Driving While Under Suspension. The driver was subsequently transported to the Huron OPP Detachment where a Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) evaluated the driver and formed the opinion the driver was impaired by a drug. Consequently, a 24 -year-old from Goderich has been charged with Impaired Driving by Drug, Theft Over $5,000 and Drive While Under Suspension. She was later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for March 6, 2017 at the Ontario Court of Justice — Goderich.