GUELPH – Guelph Police is investigating after approximately $5,700 in cash and a large amount of jewelry was stolen from a Guelph home.
Police were called to an address near Marksam Road and Stephen Drive just before 1:30 p.m. Saturday.
Police say the homeowner had returned home to find the house ransacked and property missing.
“Neighbours reported seeing a male knocking on the front door of the home shortly after the occupants went out Saturday morning before walking towards the rear of the house. He was described as a white male in his 40s, 5’6” to 5’8”, and wearing dark clothing including possibly long shorts and carrying a red reusable bag,” police said in a news release.
Approximately $5,700 in Canadian and American cash and jewelry including bracelets, rings, and pendants were reported missing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Guelph Police or Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington.