The OPP is investigating several incidents involving young people in Bracebridge.
Police say they have received multiple calls from members of the public reporting ongoing issues with youth involved in mischief, interfering with traffic while on bicycles or ATV’s and the intimidation of property owners.
Police say the illegal activity has also resulted in damage to elementary schools within the town and a situation escalated in the Clearbrook Trail area on October 31, 2021 during the evening hours while families were trick or treating.A homeowner was responding to a 16 year-old youths confrontational and offensive behaviour and as the situation evolved, the youth, who cannot be named under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act, was arrested and charged with one count of Uttering Threats to Cause Damage and one count of Uttering Threats to Cause Bodily Harm.
Police are asking members of the public to call when incidents are occurring or if they have information about a crime that has been committed. It is the best opportunity to identify those responsible and engage with youth in a meaningful way.
Anyone with information may call Bracebridge OPP at (888)310-1122 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. You can submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.