Can you help identify these two males who vandalized the new Midland Cultural Centre? The one who actually writes on the building is wearing a large black backpack, out at 1:20am, wearing an unusual narrow brimmed hat which he likely wears routinely to assert his 'individuality'. We need to talk to him about exhibiting his 'artwork' appropriately.

Midland residents beware of persons calling stating that they have won a lottery. The callers target vulnerable victims, telling them they have won a large sum of money. The caller will tell the victim that they need to wire money to them in order to claim the prize. The location of the wires can be out of country or in country.

On May 8, 2012 AT APPROX. 12:45 a.m. Midland Police were dispatched to search for male who had been reported missing. Investigation revealed that the man had gone to a licensed establishment where he consumed a quantity of alcoholic beverages and decided to walk home after the bar closed. In itself this is not an uncommon occurrence.

This motorcycle was left over night from Sunday, April 29 2012 in the back of a pick up truck parked on Seventh St, Midland. The ties holding the bike were cut. If you have seen this bike or know someone who has just acquired a bike like this (may have been re-painted by now) please contact CrimeStoppers or call us anytime at 705-526-2201 with your tips.

Buyer beware. For decades, smooth talking salespeople have been showing up in parking lots all over the Province (and continent) with the 'deal of a lifetime'.

Midland Police Service is joining voices with countless other police services asking for your assistance in reducing an ever-increasing number of nuisance 911 calls placed by cellphones stored in pockets, purses and bags. These 911 'pocket dials' calls usually result from an object depressing a key on the cellphone's keyboard that is programmed to dial 911 in the case of emergencies.

The Midland Police Service would like to remind the public that during inclement weather, citizens of Midland who utilize personal mobility devices may be using the roadway.

These scooters are to utilize the sidewalks where possible, but when citizens are not able to use the sidewalk, the law permits them to ride on the left side of the roadway facing traffic.

The Midland Police Services Board has released the 2010-2012 Strategic Business Plan overview. You can download a digital copy online or request a printed copy by dropping by our offices during business hours, calling (705) 526-5766 or via e-mail / mail.

The Midland Police will be taking two Safety Patrollers from Midland to the Annual CAA Safety Patrol Leadership Camp held in Oshawa. From July 15 to July 18 Safety Patrollers from the South Central Region will be taking part in team building exercises, as well as training for School Bus Patrollers and School Foot Patrollers. On Friday, July 18, there will be awards presented.

Public Safety Warning

Be on the look-out for propane gas cylinders that have a blue or greenish residue or corrosion appearance on and around the neck of the valve assembly. This discoloration could be a sign that the cylinder once contained a corrosive gas called Anhydrous Ammonia (used in the illegal and dangerous production of methamphetamine).