On October 25, 2018 members of the Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to investigate a Break and Enter in a residence in Russell Township.

The Break and Enter occurred between 7:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on Loucks Drive in Russell. The owner of the home notified police that three firearms and electronic devices were stolen.

The stolen firearms are described as:

  1. Bolt Action Winchester .22 Rifle
  2. Lever action Marlin Rifle
  3. Pump Action Remington 12 Gauge Shotgun

Members of the Russell County Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) are assisting with this ongoing investigation and are asking for the public’s assistance.

Anyone with information regarding the person responsible for this incident or if anyone observed suspicious activity in the area should contact Russell County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

If you have information on this matter and you would like to remain anonymous please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Persons giving tips to Crime Stoppers that lead to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward. Crime stoppers does not subscribe to Call display. Your call will stay anonymous and your presence won’t be needed in court. Tips can also be sent via text messages and e-mail. For information visit National Capital Crime Stoppers’ website at www.CrimeStoppers.ca ‎More information will be provided as it becomes available.