OPP hosting community safety night in Paris to address rise in property crime

Casandra Turnbull

Managing Editor

With a rise in break and enters and thefts reported across Paris and the County of Brant in recent months, local police are inviting residents to learn how to better protect themselves and their property.

Members of the Brant County and Norfolk County OPP are hosting a Community Safety Night on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Brant Sports Complex, Lafarge Room. The open meeting is designed to provide information, answer questions, and strengthen community partnerships in the fight against crime.

The evening will focus on recent break and enters and thefts that have been impacting the community. In Paris alone, incidents have ranged from thefts of tools and bicycles to more serious residential break-ins. In several cases, items were stolen from unlocked vehicles and garages, underscoring the importance of basic crime-prevention steps.

These crimes not only cause financial loss but also leave residents feeling unsettled in their own homes. 

The Community Safety Night will cover topics including:

Break and enters and thefts 

Project Safeguard, a police initiative focused on reducing property crime.

What to do if you’ve been a victim of property crime, including steps to report incidents and recover losses.

The evening will also feature presentations from specialized OPP teams, including the Preventing Auto Theft Team, the Community Street Crime Unit, the Scenes of Crime Officer, Crime Stoppers, and the OPP Auxiliary.

Organizers emphasize that community awareness and participation are essential. By reporting suspicious activity, taking preventative measures, and working together, residents can help reduce opportunities for crime.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025

Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Brant Sports Complex, Lafarge Room

Admission: Free, open to all members of the public