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Thursday, April 21, 2016

Police investigation on Vancouver Drive On April 20, 2016 at 4:07 p.m., the Guelph Police responded to a weapons call at a Vancouver Drive residence.

Police investigation on Vancouver Drive

On April 20, 2016 at 4:07 p.m., the Guelph Police responded to a weapons call at a Vancouver Drive residence. This was in relation to a dispute between siblings where it was alleged that a firearm was brandished. The home was secured by police and a male was arrested after police had ensured the safety of the residents.

Further investigation is ongoing. There is no risk to the public as this was an isolated familial dispute.

A 19-year-old Guelph male has been charged with possession of a weapon, pointing a firearm and uttering threats. He has been held in custody pending a bail hearing on April 21, 2016.

Break and enter

On April 20, 2016, the Guelph Police went to a Petrolia Street building to investigate a break and enter. The culprit(s) pried the front bay door to gain access. Two motorcycles that had been stored there were stolen.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact  Cst K. Rodd at 519-824-1212 at extension #7111. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.

A safe community starts with a safe home. Protect yourself and your family with these home safety tips from Guelph Police investigative support services. You can also check out recent break and enter locations by going to our crime mapping page.

Break and enter

On April 20, 2016, the Guelph Police went to a Yorkshire Street South residence to investigate a break and enter. The culprit(s) entered sometime between April 15-17. A theft of cash and keys is reported.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact  Cst J. McMichan at 519-824-1212 at extension #7427. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.

A safe community starts with a safe home. Protect yourself and your family with these home safety tips from Guelph Police investigative support services. You can also check out recent break and enter locations by going to our crime mapping page.

Break and enter

On April 20, 2016 at 4:19 p.m., the Guelph Police went to a Milson Crescent residence to investigate a break and enter. The culprit(s) entered sometime between 12:30 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. The home was ransacked and a theft of jewellery is reported.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact  Cst F. Kecskemeti at 519-824-1212 at extension #7433. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.

A safe community starts with a safe home. Protect yourself and your family with these home safety tips from Guelph Police investigative support services. You can also check out recent break and enter locations by going to our crime mapping page.

Gas leak

On April 20, 2016 at 8:20 a.m., the Guelph Police went to 263 Speedvale Avenue East for the report of a gas leak. The building was evacuated while Union Gas dealt with the issue. A City Transit bus was utilized to house residents while the problem was corrected. Residents were clear to return to their homes by 10:30 a.m.

Road safety enforcement on April 20

In the area of Victoria Road and Elizabeth Street from 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.  -- 0 tickets issued

In the area of Elmira Road and Willow Road from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.  -- 0 tickets issued

In the area of Candelwood Drive and Paisley Road from 9:10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  -- 4 tickets issued

Police incidents from the last 24 hours

The Guelph Police were involved in 187 incidents in this time frame. Incidents involve everything from traffic stops and accidental 911 calls to domestics and break and enters.