Volunteers and Public Works crews clean the rainbow crosswalk outside of Victoria Hall after it was defaced. September 22, 2024. (Photo courtesy of the Town of Petrolia via Facebook)Volunteers and Public Works crews clean the rainbow crosswalk outside of Victoria Hall after it was defaced. September 22, 2024. (Photo courtesy of the Town of Petrolia via Facebook)
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OPP investigate vandalized rainbow crosswalks

Lambton OPP is asking residents and businesses in Petrolia to check their surveillance systems as officers investigate vandalism to four rainbow crosswalks.

The Town of Petrolia notified the community of two incidents over the weekend.

However, OPP later revealed that two other rainbow crosswalks had been defaced. Police said they were located at Greenfield Street, Blanche Street, Dufferin Avenue, and Maple Street.

Provincial police are encouraging people to check their security systems for any suspicious behaviour on September 22 between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m.

One of four vandalized rainbow crosswalks in Petrolia. September 2024. (Photo courtesy of Lambton OPP)One of four vandalized rainbow crosswalks in Petrolia. September 2024. (Photo courtesy of Lambton OPP)

"The Lambton OPP remain committed to keeping the communities safe and take all reports of vandalism seriously," read a media release. "Criminal acts will not be tolerated and anyone who engages in vandalising any property may face a criminal charge."

Anyone with information that may help with the investigation is asked to contact Lambton OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Tips can also be submitted online at sarnialambtoncrimestoppers.org.

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