OPP Briefs

Friday, 19 June 2020 14:30

Briefs include a case of mischief in Delhi, CRA scams popping up in Brant County and a toddler suffers minor injuries after a dog biting incident in Delhi.

DELHI - Norfolk OPP are investigating after a local bypass was the target of graffiti in Delhi.

Police say two people on bicycles were spotted tagging the bypass on East Street on Wednesday night before midnight.

The first suspect is described as a male, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and shorts. The second suspect is described as a male, wearing a short sleeved shirt and shorts. Both were last seen heading eastbound on Ann Street.

Police are seeking the public's assistance in identifying those responsible. If anyone has any information, they are being asked to call the Norfolk County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

The OPP want to remind all residents that if they see anything suspicious to please contact the police. If anyone is found committing acts of Mischief, appropriate charges will be laid.

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DELHI - A two year old toddler suffered minor injuries after a dog biting incident on Gibralter Street in Delhi.

Police say the toddler was bit by a neighbouring dog while playing outside at their home on Wednesday afternoon.

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit and Norfolk County By-Law Department have been notified and will be following up with the investigation.

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BRANT COUNTY - The Brant County OPP has issued a warning to residents after getting several calls about the CRA scam.

Recently the County of Brant OPP have investigated Canada revenue scams which are frauds that are still appeared in this area.

June is Senior's month in Ontario and the OPP wants to offer the following tips to prevent fraud for everyone and our senior community:

- Keep your personal information confidential and safe, do not give any information out over the phone, Internet or through e-mail

- Protect your PIN (Personal Identification Number) and passwords

- Beware of unusual transactions and "too good to be true" offers.