The following news releases were issued today by the Guelph Police Service:
Attempt to use counterfeit US bill
On March 30, 2020 at 12:20 p.m., it was reported to the Guelph Police Service that a male attempted to use a counterfeit $20 United States bill to purchase merchandise at a store in the downtown core of the City of Guelph. The clerk recognized the bill as being counterfeit and did not accept it. The male then left the store.
The male is described as:
• Caucasian
• 5’7
• Wearing a black hoodie with lettering across the chest, black baseball hat and black backpack with red writing
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Constable Mark O’Connell at 519-824-1212 ext. 7126, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous tip at Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online.
The Guelph Police Service would like to remind everyone to be vigilant in inspecting the current bills they possess and all bills they receive in the future.
Attempted commercial break-in
Some time between 2 p.m. on March 26 and 10 a.m. on March 30, 2020, there was an attempted entry made to a business located near the intersection of York Road and Victoria Road South in the City of Guelph. An attempt was made to pry open a door to the business, resulting in the door handle getting damaged, however no entry was gained.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Constable Adam Roszell at 519-824-1212 ext. 7117, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous tip at Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online.
Business vandalized
Some time between the morning of March 26 and the morning of March 30, 2020, a business located near the intersection of Edinburgh Road North and Paisley Road in the City of Guelph was vandalized. A pellet gun was utilized to shot two holes through the front window.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Constable Christopher Wilson at 519-824-1212 ext. 7271, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous tip at Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online.
Numerous thefts from vehicles
Some time between 7 p.m. on March 27 and 2:30 p.m. on March 30, 2020, a vehicle parked outside a residence located near the intersection of Edinburgh Road North and Paisley Street in the City of Guelph. Numerous items were taken including a Victorinox knife, cheques, Visa card, gold speed skating medal and pictures. Scratch marks were also left along the passenger side door near the handle.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Special Constable Tim Jotham at 519-824-1212 ext. 7184, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous tip at Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online.
Some time between noon on March 29 and 10 a.m. on March 30, 2020, a vehicle parked outside a residence located near the intersection of Edinburgh Road North and Paisley Road in the City of Guelph was entered. Approximately $60 cash was taken and the centre console was damaged.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Constable Dave Gamsby at 519-824-1212 ext. 7505, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous tip at Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online.
Some time overnight on March 29, a vehicle parked outside a residence located near the intersection of Hadati Road and Auden Road was entered. A black leather wallet containing a Social Insurance Number card, debit card, driver’s licence, health card and $25 cash, was taken. Entry was gained as the vehicle was left unlocked.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Special Constable Allie Johnston at [email protected], leave an anonymous tip at Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online.
On March 30 just after 7 p.m., a vehicle parked outside a business located near the intersection of Silvercreek Parkway North and Willow Road in the City of Guelph was entered. A black Michael Kors purse containing identification (including a passport) was taken. The purse had been left in the vehicle as the owner quickly ran inside the business to pick up their order.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Constable Kiera Bunnaman at 519-824-1212 ext. 7368, email her at [email protected], leave an anonymous tip at Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online.
The Guelph Police Service would like to remind the public to always lock your vehicles and never leave valuables inside your vehicles.
Calls for service in the last 24 hours: 188
