COUNTY OF WELLINGTON -The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is requesting public assistance in relation to several thefts of historical and bridge dedication plaques.
On July 29, 2025, at approximately 2:20 p.m., the Wellington County OPP received a report of a stolen historical plaque, titled, “The Queen’s Bush Settlement 1820-1867”. The plaque was removed from a post within Glen Allan Park on Side Road 17 within Mapleton Township.
On August 15, 2025, the Wellington County OPP received a report that two more historical plaques which belonged to the Arthur Agricultural Society. The plaques were stolen from the entrance to the Arthur Community Centre located on Domville Street in Arthur.
Further investigation has determined that since May 2025, approximately sixteen other “bridge dedication” plaques have been reported stolen from bridges throughout Wellington County.
The investigation is ongoing, and any updates will be provided when available.
Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
