NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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The Orillia detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is looking for the assistance of the public for information regarding the theft of construction equipment in the Township of Severn.
On March 6, 2021, between 5 and 5:30 p.m. a male driving a white Ford F350 cut the lock on a fenced compound behind a business on Antonio Court, Severn.
The male then drove into the compound, attached a trailer to his truck which contained a Bobcat excavator and drove away. The theft was discovered on March 8, 2021 and surveillance footage was reviewed by officers.
The suspect is described as:
- White with short red hair
- Facial hair
- Slim build
- Wearing a black winter jacket with dark sunglasses
The suspect truck is described as:
- White Ford F350
- Extended cab
- Large dent on passenger side
- Tubular running boards
Stolen was a Miska five tonne low bed trailer bearing Ontario license P6568D and a white Bobcat excavator.
If you witnessed this theft or have any information, you are encouraged to contact the Orillia OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have any information on this crime or any other crime. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and 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.
The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia, by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.
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