Firearms stolen in Breslau break-in

A sign for the community of Breslau in Woolwich Township. (Legislative Assembly of Ontario)

By Natasha O'Neill

Posted Mar 7, 2026 10:36:46 AM.

Last Updated Mar 7, 2026 10:36:51 AM.

Regional police are investigating after a home was broken into and guns were taken in Woolwich Township.

A press release notes the theft happened on March 5, between 7 and 8:00 p.m. Two unknown men broke into the house in the area of Flanders Road and Townsend Drive in Breslau.

Officials say they took property including firearms.

A third person was seen driving a dark-coloured SUV that may have been parked on or travelling the streets around the incident between 7 and 7:30 p.m.

Police are asking people in the neighbourhood to check security cameras around these times for the suspect vehicle or suspicious persons. Videos and photos can be submitted to regional officials through a link.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 8255.

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