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CBC
7 hours ago
- Business
- CBC
Police: $500K worth of whisky stolen from transport truck in Windsor, Ont.
Investigators in southwestern Ontario are searching for at least six suspects who authorities say recently pulled off a large-scale whisky heist by swiping more than 1,000 boxes of Crown Royal from a transport truck. The stolen Canadian liquor has a retail value of nearly $500,000, according to Windsor police, and some of it has since made its way east of Windsor to other cities. "In my time here, I can't say that I have recalled seeing anything like this before," Const. Bianca Jackson, a spokesperson for the Windsor Police Service, said Wednesday. According to police, on the night of May 17, the thieves broke into a fenced-in facility on Devon Drive, an industrial area near Devonshire Mall, and stole the loaded trailer. The next day, the trailer was found empty in the 4000 block of County Road 46. A short surveillance video shared by police shows an individual standing near a dark-coloured transport truck with a white trailer parked in a lot. The suspect can be seen directing a large U-Haul truck to back up behind the doors of the truck trailer. Investigators have asked people who live near Devon Drive or the lot on County Road 46 to check their surveillance or dash cam footage for any possible clues. "There was a rental truck that we believe has been used to transport some of the stolen alcohol down the road to the 401, going east to cities like London and maybe even farther east," Jackson said. "Our officers will work with our neighbouring police services to find out more details and then go from there with the investigation." Jackson said investigators are trying to determine how the suspects knew the alcohol was stored at the Devon Drive facility. Investigators believe six or more persons were involved in the crime. Jackson said that estimate is based in part on the number of people needed "to pull off a theft of this calibre." In an initial statement about the theft, police said the alcohol was valued at $100,000. Jackson said the figure represents the loss for the business owner, while $500,000 is the total retail value. A spokesperson for Diageo, the company that produces Crown Royal, did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The Canadian whisky is bottled at a plant in Amherstburg, Ont.
Yahoo
17 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Windsor police rescue over 150 animals from hoarder house
WINDSOR, Vt. (ABC22/FOX44) – According to U.S. census data, just under half of American households have at least one pet. What about at least 150? The Windsor Police Department began an investigation last month into a household that was keeping 'an unhealthy and inappropriate number of animals'. Around 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, police with the aid of local humane societies and veterinary clinics took over 150 animals who were being kept at the house. Veterinarians were on the scene to perform health screenings before the animals were transported to shelters throughout the state. They will get specialized care and will hopefully be available for adoption soon. The police investigation is still ongoing. Lebanon police welcome veteran police dog… and human partner The animals included cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, guinea pigs, and even sugar gliders. The sugar glider is a gliding possum native to Australia and nearby islands that strongly resembles a flying squirrel. It is considered an uncommon 'exotic pet'. You can read more about them at the Wilderness Society of Australia's website. More information about animal hoarding is available from the Animal Humane Society. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CTV News
a day ago
- General
- CTV News
Warning about distraction jewelry thefts in Windsor parking lots
Windsor police cruiser at headquarters in Windsor, Ont., on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. (Melanie Kentner/CTV News Windsor) Windsor police are warning the public after two separate incidents of distraction jewelry thefts. The incidents involve a male and female suspect. During these interactions, the suspects approach unsuspecting victims in store parking lots, offer them a piece of fake jewelry as a 'gift,' then proceed to remove the victim's own jewelry. 'We are reminding everyone to be vigilant when approached by strangers offering unsolicited items or engaging in unusual conversations,' said police in a social media post. Police said if you are approached in a similar manner, refuse the gift and immediately report the incident to Windsor police. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Pawn Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 7431. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at
CTV News
a day ago
- General
- CTV News
Three stunt driving charges laid in as many days
A Windsor police cruiser seen in Windsor, Ont. on Dec. 14, 2024. (Robert Lothian/CTV News Windsor) The Windsor police have laid three stunt driving charges in three days. Most recently, a G2 driver was charged with stunt driving after allegedly being clocked going 96 km/h in a 50 km/h zone on Wyandotte Street East Friday morning. The 17-year-old's license was suspended for 30 days and their vehicle was impounded for 14 days. The Traffic Enforcement Unit said it is working to raise awareness about the potential dangers of excessive speeding and performing stunts on the road.
CBS News
2 days ago
- Business
- CBS News
$100K worth of Crown Royal whiskey products stolen in Windsor, police say
The Windsor Police Service in Ontario reports it is investigating the theft of over $100,000 worth of Crown Royal whiskey products. The criminal activity happened shortly before 9 p.m. on May 17, when individuals broke into a fenced-in facility on Devon Drive in Windsor and stole a semi-tractor trailer that was loaded with over 1,000 boxes of whiskey products. The trailer was found abandoned the following day on a county road. "The whiskey, however, was removed and remains outstanding," the police report said. Crown Royal is distilled, bottled and blended in Canada. Windsor police have asked area residents and businesses to check their security video records in the hope of finding tips and evidence in the case. Those with information to share can submit a tip to the Windsor and Essex County Crime Stoppers site.
