Stolen truck destroyed by fire, just north of Wingham

(MORRIS-TURNBERRY, ON) – Huron County OPP officers continue to investigate a recent theft of a pick-up truck that was stolen from a Holmes Line residence located just north of Wingham, Dec. 9. 

Police believe the thieves entered the unlocked black 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 sometime around 2 a.m. and found the ignition key in the centre console. The truck was taken off the property and driven a short distance away. Police believe the suspects then loaded up various items from the pick-up and transferred them into a getaway vehicle. 

Shortly after, at 5 a.m., a snow plow operator came along and located the stolen pick-up still smoldering on Glenannon Road. The truck was completely destroyed by fire. Some of the property stolen from the truck includes:
 

• A black, “T/C Impact” break action .50-calibre rifle muzzle loader
• A black, “Traditions” E bolt 209, .50-calibre rifle muzzle loader with an attached scope
• Ammunition
• A man’s wallet containing various pieces of identification
• Three sets of two-way radios
• Two sets of binoculars

Investigators would like to speak with anyone who may have information about this crime. Should you have information, please contact the Huron County OPP Crime Unit direct by calling 519-524-8314 or 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.