Two people have been arrested after a daytime theft from the Royal Canadian Legion in Gravenhurst.
OPP say on Wednesday, November 20 at 3:20 p.m. two suspects entered the Royal Canadian Legion located on Veterans Way in Gravenhurst and stole a quantity of items, including irreplaceable World War 1 and World War 2 memorabilia, clothing, and a wheelchair.
Officers conducted an investigation into the theft and with the assistance of community members and surveillance footage nearby, the suspects were identified.
Police have charged 32-year-old Ashley Schell and 34-year-old Jesse Dawson, both of Gravenhurst, with "theft over $5,000. The two will appear in court on December 17 and January 14, 2025, respectively, to answer their charge.
Many of the stolen items have not yet been recovered and anyone with information on the whereabouts of these irreplaceable items is asked to call Bracebridge OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at crimestopperssdm.com.
