Guelph police looking for owner of stolen jewelry

Guelph police say they are trying to return several pieces of stolen jewelry that were found on a man now facing charges.

Officers with the break enter auto theft (BEAT) unit arrested a man pumping gas on Tuesday morning on Silvercreek Parkway North.

Police said the Jeep he had was reported stolen in Wellington County and while searching the vehicle, officers found a backpack containing a knife and suspected stolen property, including several pieces of jewelry, keys for two vehicles, cheques and identification.

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The 28-year-old man faces a number of charges, including possession of stolen property, possession of a prohibited weapon, driving while suspended and several breaches of court orders.

The accused is being held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Guelph police have now released a photo of the jewelry and anyone who is able to identify its owner is asked to call the service at 519-824-1212 ext. 7417.

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