OPP seek suspects after wind turbines damaged in Lakeshore

A wind turbine is seen In this Oct. 27, 2011 photo. (AP Photo/Toby Talbot)

OPP officers in Lakeshore are looking for tips from the public to help solve some damage caused to wind turbines in two separate locations.

The first incident was reported on April 4, sometime over the last month unknown individual(s) had damaged the transformer of the wind turbine.

The second incident was reported on April 12. Employees attended to the wind turbine site and observed damage caused to the base of the structure.

The incidents occurred to wind turbines in Lakeshore.

Police say the consequences of damaging wind turbines can go well beyond the financial impact.

Individuals are exposed to the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, injury, and death.

Investigators are encouraging the public to be on the lookout for suspicious activity around wind turbine sites. Should you see suspicious activity around these sites please record as much information as possible and contact police.

9-1-1 can be used for crimes in progress and emergency situations. Non-emergent information can be relayed to Essex County OPP by calling 1-888-310-1122.

Alternatively, should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.