Backhoe/loader and trailers swiped from Southgate, Ont.

A backhoe was taken from a property in Southgate Twp. Tue., May 12, 2026. PHOTO: OPP

Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a the theft of about $92,500 worth of equipment from a rural property in the Township of Southgate, an hour west of Barrie.

Between April 27 and May 1, people snuck into a property in the area of Grey Road 14 and Southgate Road 10 and stole several high‑value items, including:

• A CASE 580EP backhoe/loader: $70,000
• Enclosed V-Nose Trailer, Ontario plate AD708T: $20,000
• Utility trailer, Ontario plate M7455L: $2,900

The OPP is asking residents and businesses in the area to review any available surveillance or dash camera footage from the timeframe of the incident.

Observations of unfamiliar vehicles, unusual activity, or nighttime traffic-may assist investigators.

Anyone with information that may assist is asked to contact the Grey County Ontario Provincial Police at 1‑888‑310‑1122.

To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web tip where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.