SENTIMENTAL ITEMS TAKEN DURING BREAK AND ENTER
(Elliot Lake, Ontario) – The East Algoma OPP is currently investigating a Break Enter and theft on Bracken Place in Elliot Lake.
On October 29, 2012 between 7:50 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. unknown person(s) entered both the garage and the residence. While in the residence the culprit(s) took several sentimental items such as the owners wedding rings, her mothers’ wedding rings and jewellery destined for grandchildren. The victim would like to get the items back.
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.
Investigation continuing.
FORGERY CHARGES FOR LOCAL FEMALE
(Elliot Lake, Ontario) – October 30, 2012 police received a call regarding a possible theft.
Officers attended the victims business and through investigation learned that the accused had allegedly cashed fraudulent cheques. The suspect was located and arrested.
Charged with the following is Alysha LACASSE (22) of Elliot Lake.
Forgery
Utter Forged Document (X3)
Theft Under
The accused is scheduled to appear in Elliot Lake court on January 8th, 2013.
STATE OF EMERGENCY IN WAWA
Area Road Closures
(WAWA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Superior East Wawa Detachment and the Municipality of Wawa advise that the State of Emergency continues for the Municipality.
At this time Highway 17 North bound from Wawa to White River continues to be closed. The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) advises that this portion of Highway 17 shall be reopened by late this afternoon. The OPP and MTO advise the motorists to drive with caution as the highway will have gravel sections and the weather has made the roadways hazardous to drive on.
The evacuation of the Michipicoten First Nation (MFN) continues to be in effect. Road work continues on the Harbour Road into the Michipicoten First Nation. The OPP are requesting that the public remain away from this area. This will allow the Municipality’s Public Works Department to work as quickly and as safely as possible. The Municipality advises that the finishing touches are being done on this road with new culverts being installed and gravel being put down.
Overnight several highways on the OPP Superior East area were closed due to road conditions. Currently Highway 631 from White River to Hornepayne and Highway 17 South bound from Wawa are open. The OPP urge all motorists to drive with care when driving in the area.