Two people have been charged after more than $5,000 in memorabilia and other items were stolen from the Royal Canadian Legion in Gravenhurst on Wednesday afternoon.
Bracebridge OPP said the theft included "irreplaceable" World War 1 and World War 2 memorabilia, clothing and a wheelchair. Police added that the assistance of community members and the availability of surveillance footage helped them identify the suspects.
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Two Gravenhurst residents in their 30s have each been charged with theft.
"Many of the stolen items have not yet been recovered," police said in a news release. "Anyone with information on the whereabouts of these irreplaceable items is asked to call Bracebridge OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or if you wish to remain anonymous you may call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at crimestopperssdm.com."
