Intruder snatches narcotic pain killers

OPP NEWS RELEASE

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ELLIOT LAKE, ON - The East Algoma OPP is currently investigating the theft of Fentanyl patches from a local residence.

On Sunday, January 16, 2011, at approximately 8:17 p.m., police received a call to attend a residence at 100 Warsaw Place in Elliot Lake.

On scene, police learned that a male subject had entered the residence via an unlocked door, walked past the victim and took Fentanyl patches from a table.

The subject then left the residence via the same door he entered.

The subject is described as a male, white, approximately 5’10”, heavy build, clean shaven with a round face.

The victims attempted to call police but noted their telephone was not working.

A second phone was located and police were called.

Anyone with information regarding the above theft is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Any information that leads to the arrests or identity of persons responsible can lead to a cash reward.

You can remain anonymous and crime stoppers do not subscribe to call display.

Police would like to remind all citizens to always lock your doors.

Investigation continuing.

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