An Instrotek Xplorer 3500 stolen in Point Edward (Photo courtesy of OPP)An Instrotek Xplorer 3500 stolen in Point Edward (Photo courtesy of OPP)
Sarnia

Arrest made in theft of potentially dangerous device

Lambton OPP have arrested a suspect following the theft of a potentially dangerous piece of equipment last Friday morning.

At around 5:30 a.m., police were contacted about a theft from a construction vehicle on Mara Street in Point Edward.

Among the items taken was an Instrotek Xplorer 3500, a device used to measure the density of asphalt, which contains hazardous components if tampered with.

After numerous tips, police arrested a 22-year-old Sarnia man and charged him with theft over $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 and mischief under $5,000.

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

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