Lambton OPP's Petrolia Detachment (Photo courtesy of West Region OPP) Lambton OPP's Petrolia Detachment (Photo courtesy of West Region OPP)
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Lambton OPP warn tampering with election signs is a crime following spike in complaints

With Ontario’s municipal elections coming up on October 26, Lambton OPP have issued a warning to anyone thinking about messing with campaign signs.

The detachment is reporting a recent spike in complaints about election signs being stolen, vandalized, or removed without permission.

Officers are reminding the public that tampering with or damaging campaign property isn't just a nuisance, it’s a crime under the Criminal Code of Canada that can result in formal charges.

Anyone with details on stolen or damaged signs in Lambton County is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

If you prefer to stay anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or submit tips online at www.sarnialambtoncrimestoppers.org.

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Scoreboard, Sept 16

The Toronto Blue Jays suffered a 10-1 loss Tuesday to the visiting Detroit Tigers. The Jays drop two games back of Cleveland for the third and final wild-card spot in the American League.