Wellington County OPP says an act of mischief to a vehicle in Minto could have turned tragic.
OPP says someone loosened the tires on a passenger vehicle on William Street in Palmerston sometime before Saturday.
OPP say the vandalism was noticed before anyone was killed.
Police says leaving a vehicle less than 100% operational could result in a fatally hazardous situation.
Police warn residents to check their vehicles to ensure they have not been tampered with.