Kawartha Lakes OPP have arrested six individuals following an investigation into a series of break and enters and thefts in the Bobcaygeon area.
On April 17, 2025, officers from the City of Kawartha Lakes detachment responded to reports of an active break-in at a local business. By the time police arrived, the suspects had fled, prompting a thorough investigation led by the Community Street Crime Unit.
Further investigation revealed additional crimes in the area, including multiple vehicle break-ins and instances of fraud and property theft. As a result, the following individuals were arrested and charged:
Arrested and Charged:
Ronald Wretham, 37, of Brock Township
Break and Enter
Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
Kristie-Lee McAteer, 37, of Town of Lindsay
Break and Enter
Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
Possession of a Schedule I Substance
Curtis Barnhart, 34, of Bobcaygeon
Two Counts of Theft Under $5,000
Two Counts of Possession of Proceeds of Crime
Three Counts of Fraud Under $5,000
Richard Tapp, 40, of Bobcaygeon
Possession of Proceeds of Crime
Fraud Under $5,000
Brianna McDonald, 24, of Bobcaygeon
Theft Under $5,000
Possession of Proceeds of Crime
Anthony VanCamp, 24, of Bobcaygeon
Theft Under $5,000
Possession of Proceeds of Crime
The investigation remains ongoing, with police urging the public to report any suspicious activity or additional information related to the incidents.
The Kawartha Lakes OPP continue to focus on reducing property crimes and holding offenders accountable through coordinated efforts by specialized units.
