South Bruce OPP report theft; accident; and offer Halloween safety tips

POLICE LOOKING FOR STOLEN TRUCK
 
(ELDERSLIE TWP, ON) - Oct. 21, at 6:02 a.m., the South Bruce OPP received the report of a theft at a residence along Concession 6 in Elderslie Township. 

At about 6 a.m., the home owner saw the white Dodge Ram pick-up truck being taken from the driveway. The truck has Roberts Farm Equipment on the driver's door and passenger door. There is no estimate on the value of the stolen truck available at this time.

DRIVER CHARGED AFTER TWO-VEHICLE CRASH
 
(HURON TWP, ON) - Oct. 17, at 3:36 p.m., a South Bruce OPP officer noticed a two-vehicle crash involving a white Ford F150 and a silver Dodge Avenger, near the intersection of Highway 21 and Concession 4 in Huron Township. 

Investigation revealed that the pick-up truck pulled out into the path of the Avenger. The driver of the pick-up, 30-year-old Timothy DWINNELL of Huron-Kinloss Township, was charged with fail to yield right-of-way. The driver of the Avenger had minor injuries assessed at a local hospital.
 
The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police 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.

*THIS CHARGE HAS YET TO BE PROVEN IN COURT*
 

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HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS

(SOUTHERN BRUCE COUNTY, ON) - One week from today, area youth will be out in full force going door-to-door to collect Halloween treats. They will be focused on getting to as many homes as they can to fill up their loot bags. They won't be thinking about vehicles or other safety hazards, so we need to work together to keep them safe as they move from house to house. 

The South Bruce OPP is offering the following tips to parents and motorists to help protect the children on Halloween night:
 

• Make-up is preferable to a mask. If a mask is going to be worn, enlarge the eye and mouth holes for your child's safety.
• Carry a flashlight and wear reflective clothing.
• Small children should be supervised at all times.
• Stay in neighbourhoods that you know.
• Use sidewalks or the edge of the roadway.
• Don't cut across lawns; you won't see a hose or a rake in the dark.
• Walk, don't run, to houses that are lit up for Halloween.
• Don't snack on treats until they are inspected by a responsible adult.
• Ensure pumpkins lit by a candle are in a safe location.
• Trick or treating in a vehicle? Everyone in the vehicle needs to use a seatbelt.

Parents and caregivers, remind your youth of the consequences of being involved in mischief on Halloween night or Devil's night.
 
The South Bruce OPP will be closely watching vehicle speeds, seatbelt use, distracted driving and sober driving. 

If you are going to be driving on Halloween night, you can expect to see costumed youth on or alongside the roadway. Devote your full attention to your driving so everyone can have a safe and happy Halloween.