We are investigating a break and enter to an apartment on the south side of the city. Through investigation, police found an open window and damage to the front door. This remains under investigation. Ref# ST26000839
We are investigation a theft from a vehicle where suspects entered a vehicle in a large parking lot on the south end of the city. The victim is missing their wallet including all of their identification. Ref# ST26000850
A 74-year-old St. Thomas resident was scammed out of $1500. The victim received phone calls from unknown numbers requesting they buy Apple gift cards and provide the pin codes. An attentive neighbor found out about the scam and educated the victim, stopping the scam. Ref# ST26000864
We are investigating a theft from a retail store located in the 1063 Talbot Street business park. The loss prevention officer observed the suspect load up $300-400 worth of product and leave the store without attempting to purchase the merchandise. Ref# ST26000875
We arrested and charged a 35-year-old St. Thomas resident for mischief. The individual was caught on surveillance video damaging a vehicle in a parking lot at the 1063 Talbot Street business park. The accused was later released with a future court date. Ref# ST26000876
Protecting yourself from fraud
In an ongoing effort to help protect the residents of St. Thomas from falling victim to online scams and fraud, the St. Thomas Police Service would like to remind the community on ways to protect yourself and things to consider while online:
- Always get a second opinion from family or friends regarding the situation
- No employer will reach out to you through apps like Whats App or Telegram
- No employer will ever pay you in crypto currency
- No employer will ask you to invest your own money
- Use the Canadian Anti- Fraud Centre as a resource to familiarize yourself with current scams and additional ways to protect yourself