Under the sodium glow behind 75 Ellen Street, one fleeting moment may hold the key to unraveling a condo break-in that has stirred a quiet Barrie neighbourhood.
On November 13, just as dusk settled in, the Barrie Police Service found themselves turning to the public for help in a puzzling investigation. A second-floor condominium at 75 Ellen Street became the scene of a suspected break-in during the early evening hours.
Investigators believe an individual walking a dog along the rear pathway between 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. might have witnessed something essential. The detail is sharp: the person used a flashlight, possibly illuminating more than the path beneath their feet. Authorities now urge this potential witness, or anyone with relevant information, to contact Constable Kennedy via email.
Incidents like these disrupt not only property but peace of mind, sending ripples through the condo community and the city at large. While break-ins rarely draw headlines, this case stands apart for one simple reason—a neighbour may unknowingly hold the missing piece. The Barrie Police Service’s direct outreach underscores how vital community cooperation has become in solving modern crime. When official channels reach their limits, sometimes it’s the ordinary passerby, not the detective, who holds the clue that cracks a case.
Anyone who remembers seeing unusual activity or recalls walking a dog with a flashlight near 75 Ellen Street on November 13 is encouraged to step forward. Every detail counts, no matter how insignificant it may seem.
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(Video) Barrie police seek person that may have seen condo break-in suspect
