The Elgin County OPP are warning residents about the sudden increase in break and enters during funeral ceremonies. The OPP are urging the public to be cautious when posting details about funeral arrangements online and in newspapers, specifically address information. The OPP have experienced the recent trend and are encouraging the community to try and find other methods of sharing funeral arrangements to avoid the information getting into the wrong hands.
Police also recommend sharing details of prolonged absences from your residence with a trusted neighbour of family member. The OPP are currently investigating multiple cases involving break and enters during funeral ceremonies.
Anyone with information regarding any of the cases currently being investigated are asked to contact the OPP or nearest police authority.
