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Month: November 2025

Approximately $40K in Copper Wire Stolen from Guelph Business

A bold overnight break-in at a Southgate Drive business has left staff stunned, after thieves allegedly scaled the roof, dropped in through a hatch, and made off with tens of thousands of dollars in copper. The Guelph Police Service is investigating after copper wire valued at $40,000 or more was stolen from a south-end business. …

Early-Morning Arrest Turns Violent as Officer Kicked and Spat On

A routine disturbance call on Fife Road took a violent turn early Friday when an arrest escalated into multiple assaults on a responding officer. What began as a report of property damage quickly unfolded into a situation police say no one expects during a standard call. A Guelph woman faces charges after a police officer …

Man Disarmed After Pellet Gun Pulled in Guelph Phone Sale Meetup

A simple Facebook Marketplace meetup on Clair Road turned into a chaotic confrontation when a buyer realized the phone he came to purchase wasn’t real. What happened next involved punches, a pellet gun, and multiple 911 calls – all in the middle of a busy Guelph parking lot. The Guelph Police Service is investigating after …

Snow Squall Warning in Effect for Guelph

Winter is hitting harder than expected today, and many residents are already noticing sudden whiteouts, slowdowns, and rapidly changing conditions across Guelph. Before you head out or make weekend plans, take a moment to understand exactly what Environment Canada is warning about — how long it may last, which areas could see the worst of …

Impaired Charge after Truck Crashes into House

Many Guelph residents heard the sirens yesterday – but few know just how close this crash came to being a tragedy. What police found inside the truck explains everything. A Guelph man faces impaired and dangerous driving charges after a house sustained significant damage when it was struck by a pickup Thursday afternoon. Just after …

Local Non-Profit ‘A Little Relief’ Launches Christmas Toy Drive to Support Local Families

A Little Relief, a Guelph-based charity operating since 2016, has launched its annual Christmas Toy Drive with support from several long-time community partners, including Caught in Guelph. The organization runs two major yearly programs — Easter Baskets and the Christmas Adopt-A-Family initiative — and the toy drive plays a key role in helping families during …

Guelph Senior Scammed Out of $15,000

Fraud targeting seniors is one of the fastest-growing crime categories in Canada, with phone-based impersonation schemes causing millions in losses every year. Guelph police continue to warn that scammers often use the names of legitimate companies to appear credible before convincing victims to hand over banking details. Residents are reminded to be careful dealing with …

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Vehicle Stolen from Guelph Found Burned Near Barrie

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a vehicle stolen from Guelph was found destroyed by fire in a field northwest of Barrie. On Monday afternoon, the Ontario Provincial Police reported finding the gutted vehicle in Springwater Township. It had been stolen earlier this month while the owner, who lives in the London area, was …

Instagram Accounts Used to Share Student’s Explicit Images, Police Investigating

Residents are reminded not to share intimate images or other personal information with strangers after a University of Guelph student had images shared online. On Monday morning the 18-year-old man called police to report he was being extorted by an unknown individual. The man had been involved in an online chat, during which he shared …

The Albion Building Listed for Lease on 8 Months After Reopening

The Albion building at 49 Norfolk Street has been listed for lease, roughly eight months after its latest reopening in March. The main and second floors appeared on Realtor.ca on Friday. The property is owned by local entrepreneur Thomas Gofton, who purchased the building in 2020. Although Gofton oversaw the most recent relaunch, he confirmed …