Someone In Ontario Woke Up To Find A Stranger In Their Bedroom & Police Are Investigating

The man fled through the back door when discovered.

Creator

Police are investigating after a man was discovered inside of a stranger's home.

On November 20, a homeowner in Norfolk County woke up to find a strange male in their bedroom, who was definitely not invited, holding a flashlight.

"The owner yelled at the male who then fled from the home through the back door and left the area in an unknown direction," according to Norfolk County detachment press release.

OPP and Norfolk County detachment were called to the house on Kent Street South in Simcoe and investigated the break and enter at around 7:55 p.m.

Police say the suspect "was described as a white male, early twenties, clean-cut and was carrying a large backpack."

OPP is asking for the public's help with the investigation and asks anyone with any information to contact them at 1-888-310-1122.

  • Brooke Houghton (she/her) was a Toronto-based writer for Narcity Media. Brooke has written for publications such as blogTO, Post City, Vitalize Magazine and more.

Ontario man accused of assaulting a crossbow-wielding home intruder has charges withdrawn

"If a guy breaks into your house and he has a crossbow ready to kill you, it's free game," Premier Doug Ford said.

The feds just issued new travel advice for all Canadians going abroad this summer

The situation in the Middle East could disrupt your plans — even if you're not going anywhere near the region. ⚠️

The bonus payment of Canada's grocery benefit is going out soon and here's who is eligible

Millions of Canadians will get this one-time top-up payment in June.

Major VPN provider says it could leave Canada over lawful access bill

NordVPN says it could leave Canada over Bill C-22

Canada's new coin is a red, orange and white loonie and you can find it in your change soon

It commemorates World Cup games being played in Toronto and Vancouver.