Theft of Property

September 1, 2023 | mrockburn
Port Hope Police

 

Theft of Property

On August 31, 2023, a fisherman reported his backpack had been stolen while fishing along the Ganaraska River on Mill Street. Police watched video from a local business and observed the suspects described to them from the victim. Shortly after, officers observed the same parties on foot.  As a result, a 55-year-old local male, and a 30-year-old female from Bewdley were arrested for the theft.

The male also had an outstanding warrant for his arrest for the same charges.

The male party was charged with:

  • Theft Under $5,000
  • Adult Possession of Property Obtained by Crime               
  • Adult Possession of a Credit Card
  • Adult Fail to Comply with a Probation Order
  • Adult Use of Credit Card x6

The accused male was held in custody.

The female party was charged with:

  • Adult Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
  • Adult Possession of a Credit Card
  • Adult Use of Credit Card x6

The accused female was released on an Officer in Charge Undertaking.