(ELDERSLIE TWP, ON) – On July 22, 2021 at 4:53 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a theft report from a residence along Bruce County Road 40 in Elderslie Township. Officers arrived and learned the property owner had interrupted 2 individuals stealing fuel.
As a result of the police investigation, an arrest has been made.
Birgit RAPELJE, 52-years-old, of Arran Township was charged with Theft under $5,000 and Fail to Comply with Release Order. The accused is scheduled to appear in court on July 28, 2021 to answer to the charges.
The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.