MISCHIEF TO SIGN HORNEPAYNE AREA
HORNEPAYNE, ON – On October 27, 2010 The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) reported that mischief had occurred to one of two large signs which had been erected recently 20 kms north of Hornepayne on Highway 631. The signs had been erected to raise awareness to resource users that Caribou may be observed in the area and the signs requested that any sightings be reported to MNR. Each sign depicted a large photo of a caribou. Person(s) unknown caused damage to one of the signs by firing a 12 gauge shotgun striking the sign in two locations. The two 4 ft X 8 ft signs are valued at $500.00 each. Anyone with any knowledge of this incident is requested to call The OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers.
If you have any information regarding any criminal activity, call 705-942-7867 or 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS); submit an e-tip from The Crime Stopper’s web-site at www.saultcrimestoppers.com or send a text to keyword SSM to the short code number 274637.