Thursday, May 7, 2009

POLICE REQUESTING ASSISTING FROM THE PUBLIC

(Elliot Lake, Ontario) The East Algoma OPP is currently investigating the discovery of a dead dog.

On May 6th, 2009 at approximately 6:15 p.m. police received a call to attend the ATV trail off Esten Lake Boat launch regarding a deceased dog. Approximately 200 yards on the trail the officer located a deceased female Golden Labrador Retriever, approximately 2 years of age. The dog was found lying on a blanket. The blanket was blue/grey in color with a picture of two wolves sitting on a rock. There did not appear to be any trauma to the body or head of the animal and it may have been at this location for a few days. The dog did have a choke chain collar with no dog tag.

Anyone with information regarding the above report is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or the animal control officer at 461-7211.

Investigation continuing.

BREAK AND ENTER REPORTED

(Laird Twp.,) – A break in occurred to a residence in the 700 block of Cemetery Road in Laird Township yesterday morning between 8:00 am and 11:00 am. Entry was gained via an unlocked door.

Stolen items included a laptop computer, a portable DVD player, a DVD player, 2 Sony Play station II’s, some beer and a case of pop.

Stolen from the garage area was a 1998 Arctic Cat four wheeler, green in colour with an Ontario licence # 18NH2.

A dark green GMC or Chev Regular Cab pick up truck was observed in the area with a four wheeler in the back.

SMALL FIRE IN BUSH LEFT SMOLDERING

(Herrick Twp., ON) – A man and his wife fishing on the Carp River yesterday heard some motorcycles travelling on the Carp River Road near the Sea Lamprey site.

When they approached the area they observed four burnt patches in the grass. They further observed a pile of brush approximately 3 feet high that was smouldering. In the pile was a burnt phone book.

The couple managed to extinguish the fire and left the area.

Anyone with any information to help solve these and other crimes can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or at www.saultcrimestopprs.com or the Sault Ste. Marie Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

How Do I Know What To Do During An Emergency?

(Elliot Lake, Ontario) During an emergency situation, communicating timely information is vital. The community emergency operations center (EOC) will be activated. An Emergency Information Officer is designated to provide emergency information through the media for the public. Residents, businesses and vacationers can find out about an emergency situation through:

• Local TV Stations
If there is power, stay tuned to your local TV station for details about the emergency and any instructions from community and provincial officials.

• Local Radio Stations
You should have a good supply of batteries on hand in the event that there is no power. Stay tuned to local radio stations for updates about the emergency.

• Door to Door Canvassing (usually by police and/or fire personnel)
If an emergency official comes to your door with a request to evacuate, remember your personal safety and the safety of your family is the most important concern. Gather your things, take your pets and leave the premises immediately. Follow the instructions given to you.
For more information visit Elliot Lake’s Emergency Management Website at www.cityofelliotlake.com