$3,5000 HUNTSVILLE LCBO THEFT SUSPECTS ARRESTED HOURS LATER IN PARKING LOT NEAR LIQUOR STORE IN BRACEBRIDGE

Proactive patrols lead OPP to intercept trio parked near Muskoka Road 118 outlet

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com

BRACEBRIDGE — Three suspects wanted in a $3,500 liquor store theft in Huntsville were arrested within hours Wednesday night after police spotted them parked near another LCBO outlet in Bracebridge, which officers believed could have been a potential second target.

Ontario Provincial Police say the theft occurred Wednesday, Dec. 17, when three suspects allegedly stole nearly $3,500 worth of alcohol from an LCBO in Huntsville.

“Given the nature of the theft, officers conducted proactive patrols of LCBO locations in the area,” OPP said in a release.

As part of those patrols, Bracebridge OPP focused on the LCBO outlet on Muskoka Road 118 West. At about 9:45 p.m., officers located a suspect vehicle in a nearby strip mall parking lot, along with three individuals believed to be connected to the earlier theft.

“One of the suspects attempted to flee on foot but was quickly arrested,” police said.

The remaining two suspects fled the area in the vehicle but returned several hours later. At approximately 3 a.m. Thursday, officers again located the vehicle and took the two remaining suspects into custody without incident.

“Officer diligence and continued patrols led to the safe arrest of all involved,” OPP said.

No injuries were reported.

All three accused were held in custody for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on Thursday, Dec. 18.

“Given the nature of the theft, officers conducted proactive patrols of LCBO locations in the area.”
— Ontario Provincial Police

“Continued patrols and officer diligence through the night led to the remaining suspects being safely taken into custody.”
— OPP

LCBOs continue to be tempting targets for thieves including Wednesday’s heist in Huntsville of almost $3,500 in Christmas spirits. PHOTO Mark Clairmont MuskokaTODAY.com

FACT BOX

Charges laid in LCBO theft investigation

Davinder Singh, 28, of Brampton, is charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
  • Possession of Break-In Instruments
  • Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Fail to Comply with Release Order (two counts)
  • Careless Driving

Sandeep Cheema, 24, of Woolwich Township, is charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
  • Possession of Break-In Instruments
  • Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Flight from Peace Officer

Tarwinder Singh, 30, of Toronto, is charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
  • Possession of Break-In Instruments
  • Obstruct Peace Officer

All charges have not been proven in court.

 

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