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Police are warning the public about selling valuables online after two motorcycles were stolen in Tillsonburg on June 1.
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One motorcycle, a red and black 1999 Honda CBR, was stolen from an address on Maple Lane around 1:15 p.m. The online ‘buyer’ met the seller at the address and asked to sit on the motorcycle. The individual then drove off, without wearing a helmet.
Oxford OPP detachment canvassed the area but were unable to locate the suspect.
Another motorcycle, a grey and orange 2011 Honda PC4, was stolen from Fernwood Drive, sometime between 3-7 a.m. A resident’s garage was entered and the motorcycle along with riding gear was stolen. Upon further investigation it was learned the home’s address could be seen in an advertisement photo.
Both investigations are ongoing.
If anyone has information regarding these incidents contact the Oxford OPP detachment at 1-888-310-1122 or *677 (*OPP) from a cell phone.
Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit an online tip at www.oxfordcrimestoppers.com where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
Police are reminding people to be very careful buying or selling anything online. Be careful of details in the background of photos, never share too many details in the ad, and arrange to meet in a safe public place for the exchange. Oxford OPP has parking spots advertised as Project Safe Trade spaces designated at the Ingersoll and Tillsonburg detachments to help facilitate safe sales.
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