NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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On November 3, 2023, at approximately 6:00 a.m., Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of break in on Arthur Street West, Harriston. Initial reported that individuals were attempting to break into a home.
OPP located the suspects and seized a firearm. All charged were held for bail court.
A 40-year-old of Brockton, a 29-year-old of Priceville, and two 28-year-olds of Owen Sound have all been jointly charged with:
- Possession of Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
- Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was Firearm
- Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
- Carrying Concealed Weapon
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Mischief - Destroys or Damages Property
- Break, Enter a Dwelling House with Intent to Commit Indictable Offence
- Possession of a Firearm Knowing Serial Number Has Been Tampered With
The 40-year-old faces the additional charges of Unauthorized Possession of Weapon and Obstruct Peace Officer. The 29-year-old faces the additional charge of Failure to Comply with Release Order - Other than to Attend Court. One of the 28-year-old suspects faces the additional charge of Operation while Impaired - Alcohol and Drugs. The other 28-year-old faces the additional charge of Failure to Comply with Release Order - Other Than to Attend Court.
Any person with information regarding this person should contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.
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