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Police investigating attempted break-and-enter in Essa Township

Incident happened early Monday morning near 8th Line and 20th Sideroad; Suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival
2021-03-05 Essa Township Surveillance Break and enter
Police are looking to identify a suspect in an attempted break and enter in Essa Township.

NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating an attempt break and enter that occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m., on Monday, March 1, 2021, which is located near the 8th Line and 20th Sideroad of Essa Township.

The suspect made attempts to enter the building, and once he heard the audible alarm, he quickly departed from the location prior to police arrival.

The suspect is described as male, wearing gloves, a toque, a mask which looks like a neck-gator pulled up over his face, wearing a backpack, camo jacket, and black pants.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers you remain anonymous, you will never have to testify and you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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