North Bay Police have arrested three local men in connection with a series of break and enters.
Their investigation led to a successful application for a search warrant.
The search warrant was executed Monday on a North Bay home in the 300 block of Delaware Avenue with help from the OPP.
Police seized:
- a large number of tools consisting of both corded and cordless hand tools
- three mattresses and a box spring
- a canoe trailer with seven canoes
Police believe some of the property recovered is from break-ins or thefts occurring in the North Bay area but also a theft from the Temagami area.
This investigation is continuing as police determine the origin of the property.
Charged is Dylan Johnson, 32, of North Bay with:
- Two counts of break and enter
- Four counts of possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
- Two counts of possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
- Breach of recognizance
Jeremiah McEdwards, 28, of North Bay.
- Two counts of break and enter
- Four counts of possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
- Two counts of possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
- Breach of probation.
David Boucher, 52, of North Bay.
- Four counts of possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
- Two counts of possession of property obtained by crime Ooer $5,000
Johnson and McEdwards remain in custody pending a bail hearing.
Boucher was released from custody and will go to court on March 3.
Anyone with information that may assist police with this investigation is asked to call the North Bay Police Service at 705-497-5555.
For those who wish to remain anonymous, contact Near North Crime Stoppers, by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or by submitting a tip online at nearnorthcrimestoppers.com.