Two Charged in Downtown Timmins Break and Enter Incidents
Two individuals have been charged by the Timmins Police Service in connection with break and enter incidents in downtown Timmins, Ontario. The arrests took place on a Friday, and both suspects are currently held in custody.
John George Wesley, aged 30, from Timmins, faces charges including possession of property obtained by crime under and over $5,000, along with two counts of break and enter. According to the Timmins Police Service, Wesley is alleged to have broken into two businesses in the downtown area.
Gerald Morrissette, aged 45, also from Timmins, has been charged with possession of break-in instruments. Morrissette was reportedly apprehended while attempting to break into a building in the vicinity.
The incidents have prompted concern among local business owners and residents. The Timmins Police Service has not released further details regarding the specific businesses involved or the nature of the property obtained.
Both Wesley and Morrissette are awaiting court appearances as the investigation continues. The Timmins Police Service encourages anyone with additional information to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.