Man busted after break-and-enter spree
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A Meaford man faces a slew of charges after a series of break-ins in Meaford.
Between June 23 and June 24, the Grey Bruce OPP investigated a series of five break-and-enters on Albert Street, Parker Street and Birchwood Court.
The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said the public helped identify the man responsible.
On Thursday, police located and arrested a 36-year-old Meaford man. He was charged with mischief under $5,000, breaking and entering a place, and failing to comply with a probation order.
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The accused was held pending a bail hearing.
The Grey Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web tip where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
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