The following news releases were issued today by the Guelph Police Service:
Break and enter
On April 24, 2019, the Guelph Police went a Dawson Road business for a break and enter. The culprit entered the rear of the business at 3:15 a.m. and broke into two storage cages. A theft of 18 acetylene tanks is reported. The culprit is described as a white male, bald, wearing a black jacket and black pants.
Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. M. Braga at [email protected]. Anonymous tips can be left at Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online.
Damage and theft on Westmount Road
On April 24, 2019, Guelph Police went to the Westmount Medical Centre for the report of damage and theft. Sometime overnight, the parking lot coin machine was damaged and the coin box stolen.
Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. R. Stanley at [email protected]. Anonymous tips can be left at Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online.
Theft from cars
On April 24, 2019, the Guelph Police received three reports of theft from cars. The locations were Woolwich Street, Wyndham Street and Baxter Drive.
This crime is easily avoidable. Please lock your cars and do not leave belongings visible. If you do become a victim of this crime you can report it through the Guelph Police online reporting portal.
Bikes stolen
On April 24, 2019, Guelph Police received two stolen bike reports. Three bikes were stolen from a Dumbarton Street carport during the day. In the other incident, a bike was stolen from a Willow Road property.
Bike thefts are common all year round but as the weather clears, more bikes will become targets.
Use a good lock. Don’t use a cable lock as your primary lock. They can be easily cut. Use a high-quality U or folding lock. Smaller U-locks are harder to break. Don’t just lock the wheel to the rack. That leaves the rest of the bike vulnerable. Lock both the wheel and the frame to the bike rack.
Do not leave your bike out overnight, or in places where it looks like you will be gone for a while. Whenever possible, take your bike inside with you.
Try to only use bike racks in busy areas and take any bags or lights with you. Consider switching out quick release components on seats and wheels for bolts.
Register it
Use the free 529 Garage registry at project529.com/garage. It alerts others that your bike is stolen and helps police recover and return it to you.
Report it
If your bike is stolen, report it to your local police as soon as possible, it is your best chance for safe return.
Broadcast it
Social networks have been proven to increase the chance of recovery — post a photo and details of your bike theft experience on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Look for it
Watch online marketplaces, and report or flag suspicious listings.
Police do not recommend residents confront bike thieves on their own. If you see someone on your bike, maintain visual contact with the bike and call 911.
Calls for Service
Over the past 24 hours the Guelph Police Service dealt with 252 calls for service.
