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Suspicious package left at Wellington North home

Wellington County OPP are investigating after an object was thrown into a resident's window and a suspicious package was left outside the home.

Officers were called about the situation Thursday, April 5, 2022, about 11:15 p.m., on Concession Road 9, Wellington North.

Officers secured the area. The Explosive Disposal Unit (EDU) responded and determined that the package was inert and not a risk. Investigators continue to seek out the source and motive for this act.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the OPP toll free at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

OPP want to remind anyone who may come across a suspicious package - not to handle it … keep a safe distance - and call police immediately.

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