The OPP is currently investigating the theft of firearms, including two 12-caliber shotguns, that occurred in Desbarats earlier this week.
A press release issued by the Eastern Provincial Police Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police indicates that jewelry and prescription drugs were also taken during the break.
The full text of the statement is as follows:
JOHNSON TOWNSHIP – On July 5, 2022 shortly after 10:15 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Eastern Algomach Detachment responded to a break-in and entry to a Kensington Road residence in Ontario. city of Desbarats.
The investigation determined sometime between 12:00 on July 4 and 9:30 in the morning of July 5, 2022, unknown people entered the residence through a basement door and damaged a weapons locker. which contained three firearms which were later stolen. Numerous drawers, cupboards throughout the residence, and a jewelry box had been opened and passed.
The stolen items are: • a 308 Savage rifle • two 12-caliber Remington shotguns • jewelry • prescription drugs with six morphine pills
The OPP is looking for anyone who has seen a vehicle or suspicious people in this area. Anyone with information is advised to contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122 or their nearest police authority.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit information online where you can receive a cash reward of up to $ 2,000.