NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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On Jan. 7, 2023, the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police responded to a report of a theft that occurred in the parking lot of a business on St. David Street North in Fergus. It was reported that one individual distracted the victim in the parking lot while another stole the victim's wallet from their vehicle.
The victim's credit card was later used to make a purchase at another business, and video surveillance of the individuals using the victim's credit card was obtained.
Distraction thefts can occur in stores or in parking lots, and below are some tips that can help protect you:
- Always be aware of your surroundings
- Keep your purse or wallet secured and with you
- If someone appears suspicious and randomly tries to engage in a conversation, pay close attention to your property
- Report any suspicious activity to police, and if a suspect is still nearby, call 911
Anyone that can identify the persons in the photographs or that has any other information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or, if you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.
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