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Dufferin OPP charge two people in stolen vehicle investigation
July 13, 2023 · 0 Comments
Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers have charged two individuals as a result of a stolen vehicle investigation in Orangeville.
A Dufferin OPP officer was conducting general patrol when he became involved in a stolen vehicle investigation on Broadway in Orangeville on Tuesday (July 11) at approximately 6:40 p.m. The officer observed the stolen 2017 Ford F150, grey in colour and engaged in a traffic stop.
Two individuals exited the vehicle however, the driver remained in the vehicle and fled the scene in in a dangerous manner. Attempts to stop the vehicle were unsuccessful, and in the interest of public safety the officers disengaged.
As a result of the investigation, two individuals have been charged. The driver remains outstanding.
A 42-year-old male, from Caledon, was charged with:
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
A 24-year-old, from Mississauga, was charged with:
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
Both accused individuals are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville, in August 2023, to answer to the charges.
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