Windsor police arrested a 32-year-old man following a commercial break-and-enter early on June 22, 2025, with the assistance of police dog Timber. The suspect was tracked down hiding in a room inside a building under construction in the 1500 block of Wyandotte Street East.
Break-in detected by surveillance
Officers responded just after 4:30 a.m. to a report of a break-and-enter in progress at the construction site. Live surveillance cameras, monitored by a person who alerted police, captured two men entering the property and removing drywall and other items.
Police established a perimeter around the building. K9 unit dog Timber then tracked one of the suspects, who was found hiding in a room inside the structure. According to police, the man was taken into custody after a brief struggle.
Evidence and charges
A pry bar, screwdrivers, a flashlight, and two backpacks containing tools were recovered at the scene. The 32-year-old suspect faces charges including break-and-enter with intent to commit an indictable offence, possession of break-in instruments, and possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000.
The investigation remains ongoing as officers work to identify and locate the second suspect. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Service target base unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4350, or Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.
