Stolen Peavey Predator pawned. Owner finds it in shop

CITY POLICE

NEWS RELEASES

************************* Male youth charged with possession of stolen property

A 17-year-old male youth was arrested at the City Police station on the 24th of June at 8:40 p.m. and charged with one count of possession of property obtained by crime.

It is alleged that on the 28th of May, the accused gave a stolen Peavey Predator electric guitar to a friend to pawn for him.

On the 29th of May, City Police attended at a local pawn shop after receiving information from the guitar owner that he had located his stolen guitar at the shop.

Officers furthered the investigation and the accused was arrested as a result.

He is to appear in court on the 28th of July.

************************* Thefts

A Fuse 2 bike was stolen from St. Paul’s Elementary School on Dablon Street yesterday.

************************* Attempt break and enter

There was an attempted break and enter reported to a residence on Second Line East.

A window and door were broken but no entry was gained.

************************* The end of the school year is here and it’s time to start thinking about summer safety.

The Sault Ste Marie Police Service would like to remind everyone of safety messages to help ensure that everyone has a safe and fun summer.

For drivers

- Please remain vigilant throughout the rest of the summer, keeping an eye out for children who will be in a variety of areas that they have not been in normally during the school.

- Slow down, obey the rules of the road and be aware of additional pedestrian and cyclist traffic

For children

- Look in all directions before crossing the street and cross only at marked crosswalks or intersections.

- Wait for walk signal if there is one.

- If you are on a bike, walk it across the street/crosswalk/intersection.

- Walk with others whenever possible and do not talk to strangers or accept rides from people without your parent’s permission.

- Wear all safety equipment, including a helmet when riding your bike.

For parents

Parents should review street-proofing with their children and remind them of the play safe rules for the summer, including: - Wearing all safety equipment, including a helmet when riding a bicycle.

- Look all ways when crossing the street.

- Educate your children about "who is a stranger."

- Teach children how to handle stranger encounters to increase their safety.

- Maintain a 'buddy system' when playing or walking home, safety in numbers.

- If spending more time on the Internet - cyberproof your children.

- Parents should remain informed of events of your children's everyday lives.

Water safety

- Never leave your children unattended around water.

- Enroll your children in swimming lessons from an early age.

- Learn CPR and first aid.

- Always wear a lifejacket when boating.

- Keep small children within arm’s length around water.

On behalf of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service, enjoy our great summer and above all be safe. Our children's safety is paramount.

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