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Alcohol theft in Perth leads to three arrests

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The Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a theft investigation in Perth.

On the Saturday, May 17, 2025, officers responded to a theft in progress at a business in Perth.

Three suspects fled after stealing approximately $1000 worth of alcohol. The were seen heading eastbound in a truck on Highway 7.

Officers were able to conduct a traffic stop and three people were arrested at the scene and several containers of alcohol seized.

Thomas FAST, 24-years-old of Ottawa, has been charged with:

  • Theft under $5000
  • Fail to comply with release order – two counts
  • Possession of Property obtained by crime

Keith WENNEKES, 51-years-old of Gatineau has been charged with:

  • Theft under $5000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime

Patrick LANGDON, 51-years-old of Ottawa, has been charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Drive with obstructed plate

FAST and WENNEKES remain in custody for a bail hearing scheduled before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on May 20, 2025. LANGDON was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on 23 June, 2025.

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