Two Stratford residents have been charged following a theft at a local cemetery.
Stratford police said they received a report Nov. 5 of memorial plaques being removed and stolen from multiple benches and walls in Avondale Cemetery.
A search warrant was issued at a Woods Street residence Tuesday, resulting in the arrests of a man and woman, ages 42 and 39, respectively.
Officers recovered 14 plaques, some damaged, and two stolen bicycles.
Both individuals have been charged with possession of stolen property over $5,000 and possession of stolen
property under $5,000.
Police encourage those who have loved ones at the cemetery to check for any missing items.
If there are missing items, call Stratford police at 519-271-4141 extension 2.
