The newest in video games are constantly on the Christmas lists of children across Canada, however these high tech systems are also on the “want” list of thieves in Brampton.
On Nov. 17th, a driver went to pick up two trucks parked on Eastern Avenue, near Queen Street and Kennedy Road, each of which contained just over $500,000 worth of Sony PlayStation 3 and PSP systems each. When the driver arrived, the trailers were missing and have since been reported stolen.
“The investigation is still in the early stages,” said Const. Thomas Rattan. “We have no ideas on any possible suspects and are asking the public for any help.”
With the total value of the merchandise at just over $1 million, Sony has been notified of the thefts.
“Each system connects to the Internet when used and Sony has a way of tracking them,” said Rattan. “So finding these systems is only a matter of time.”
Peel Police would also like to remind the public that possession of stolen merchandise is an offence. Anyone caught with buying or using any of these systems will be charged, even if they are unaware that they were stolen.
Local businesses are also weary with a theft in the area.
“We are aware of the theft in the area and are making security precautions as a result,” said Doug Chambers of Bristol Car And Truck Rentals, which operates just down the street from where the parked trailers were stolen.
The first stolen truck, a 53-foot, light blue trailer with “Werner” printed in yellow and with a Nebraska licence plate of 85619, was parked along Eastern Avenue around 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 15.
The second rig, a 53-foot, white trailer with “XTRA LEASE” printed in maroon on the side and an Ontario licence plate of T62046, was parked on the same street on Nov. 15 at the same time of day.
Both trailers contained the Sony consoles as well as games for the systems and have yet to be recovered.
Anyone who may be approached with buying the products, has seen the stolen trailers or anyone who has any other information is asked to call the Peel Regional Police Commercial Auto Crime Unit at 905-453-3311, extension 3313 or Crime Stoppers.
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