5 GUNS STOLEN IN HUNTSVILLE, INCLUDING AIRSOFT ASSAULT GAME RIFLE

HUNTSVILLE — A break-in yesterday netted thieves five rifles.

Police say that on March 3 the OPP were called to home in the Herman Avenue area about the theft.

They say unknown person or persons entered the residence sometime in the previous two weeks and four rifles and an airsoft rifle were stolen.

Airsoft is a popular simulated military combat game — essentially a game of tag with simulated weapons played by small groups and at commercial properties.

The suspect(s) caused no damage on entry or to the residence, which is located just west off Huntsville’s Main Street, near the McDonald’s.

The investigation into this break and enter is ongoing.

An airsoft rifle game gun similar to this one was stolen from a residence on Herman Avenue in Huntsville Thursday along with four other rifles, say police.  It uses pellets in simulated shooting scenarios. (Internet photo)

Police ask that if anyone has information about this please contact the Huntsville OPP Detachment at 705-789-5551 or the Provincial Communication Centre at 888-310-1122. You can also provide an anonymous tip online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00. You can follow Crime Stoppers of Simcoe Dufferin Muskoka on Twitter or Facebook.