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Second change machine theft reported in Petrolia
August 6, 2025
Lambton OPP now say there have been two thefts from change machines in Petrolia.
On July 31, OPP reported a man with a small build, dark brown and white goatee and carrying a backpack, damaged the change machine at Aqua Shine and then took money from the machine on July 24. He left the scene immediately.
Aug 5, OPP revealed there was a second incident on July 17. Police said around 3:20 in the morning someone went into the King Street laundromat, damaged a change machine and stole about $3,000 in change.
The person fled the scene immediately after the incident.
Police say the suspect in the July 17th incident is described as:
- Male
- Dark brown and white facial goatee
- Carrying a black backpack with beige diamond patch
- Wearing brown cargo style pants, black hooded sweater with green t-shirt over top, and black shoes
The police also released a description and photo of the suspect in the July 26th theft.
Police are asking anyone with information to contact the OPP.
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