Sarnia police cruiser at Cargill. Photo courtesy of the Sarnia Police Service. Sarnia police cruiser at Cargill. Photo courtesy of the Sarnia Police Service.
Sarnia

Bright's Grove break and enter suspect facing more charges

Additional charges are being laid against the 28-year-old man arrested in connection to a string of Bright's Grove break and enters.

Police said the suspect is now facing charges after a break and enter in the Rapids Parkway area.

The incident happened at a home on Magnolia Line on March 12.

According to police, two high end bicycles were taken. The suspect also allegedly took tools and a wallet with multiple pieces of identification and credit cards.

Police said the credit cards were used at various businesses across the city.

It is estimated the value of the items stolen is $3,500.

The 28 year-old is now facing additional charges:

- Fraud under $5,000 (nine counts)

-Possession of property obtained by crime (three counts)

- Fail to comply with a probation order (two counts)

- Break and enter, dwelling house (one count)

- Theft under $5,000 (one count)

The suspect was originally arrested on March 21 in connection to the Bright's Grove thefts.

Read More Local Stories

Snow possible this weekend

Environment Canada is anticipating a cold front to sweep through the region, with a small chance of flurries on Sunday evening, potentially continuing into Monday.

Sunset. July 2017. (Photo courtesy of Robert Longphee)

Hillman Marsh prepares for the birds

The shorebird habitat in Hillman Marsh is unique in North America, and every year, thousands of bird enthusiasts come out to watch the birds arrive.