NEWS RELEASE WELLINGTON COUNTY OPP
(GUELPH-ERAMOSA TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a stolen vehicle and arresting the suspect shortly thereafter and recovering the stolen vehicle.
On June 28, 2025, at approximately 2:45 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were made aware of a stolen vehicle within Wellington County, which was initially originating from a neighbouring jurisdiction. The victim was able to advise where their stolen vehicle was due to a GPS (Global Positioning System) / Bluetooth tracking device that they had left in the vehicle.
Due to this system, officers were able to attend the pin-point location and search the area for the stolen vehicle.
As a result of the investigation and swift actions by uniform members of the OPP, Rodney LAROCHE, a 20-year-old from Montreal, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:
- Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000- in Canada
- Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court
- Fail to comply with Probation Order
- Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code (two counts)
The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing. The stolen vehicle was recovered.
The Wellington County OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122.
Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
