STATE OF EMERGENCY IN WAWA
Bell Services Restored
(WAWA, ON) – On Wednesday October 31, 2012 the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Superior East Wawa Detachment were notified by Bell Alliance that 911 services had been restored to Dubreuilville, Missanabie and Hawk Junction. Since October 25 all three communities were without land line telephone capabilities. Bell reports that the connections have been restored and the community members now have land line capabilities.
At this time Highway 17 North bound from Wawa to White River continues to be under construction. The OPP and Ministry of Transportation (MTO) warn motorists to drive with caution as the highway will have gravel sections. This situation on Highway 17 South bound is the same, gravel sections and under construction.
EXPENSIVE EQUIPMENT TAKEN FROM LOCAL BUSINESS
(Elliot Lake, Ontario) – The East Algoma OPP is seeking the assistance of the public regarding a Break and Enter at a local business in Elliot Lake.
Sometime between 5:00 p.m. October 10th, 2012 and 8:00 a.m. October 11, 2012 unknown person(s) entered the business known as Top Tech Auto Shop on Kilborn Way in Elliot Lake. Police learned through investigation that the register was forced open and expensive equipment was taken.
Approximate value of the listed missing equipment is $17,100.00.
- Snap-on MODIS (Modular Diagnostic Information System) Component Test Unit
- Snap-on MODIS (Modular Diagnostic Information System) keys
- Snap-on Visual Inspection Device
- Snap-on Battery Tester
Anyone with information regarding the above Break Enter and Theft is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
Any information that leads to the arrests or identity of persons responsible can lead to a cash reward. You can remain anonymous and crime stoppers do not subscribe to call display.