​Two arrested in theft of hay wagon in Arran Township

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) - July 24, at 10:03 a.m., the South Bruce OPP received the report of the theft of a hay wagon, and straw bales at an address in Arran Township, Municipality of Arran-Elderslie.

Police investigated and recovered the stolen wagon, valued at $10,000, on a property on Concession 4 in Arran Township.

Two individuals were arrested for possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000. Birgit Rapelje and Robert Rapelje were both arrested and charged. The two co-accused will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

*THESE CHARGES HAVE YET TO BE PROVEN IN COURT*

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.