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Wingham Police Make Arrest In London

An arrest has been made in connection with a "distraction theft" in Wingham.

Shortly before noon Monday, two men entered a business in Wingham and were able to distract the employee with a request for assistance. As this was being done, one of the men entered a back room and stole a large amount of cash.

The incident was captured on camera.

Wingham police executed a search warrant in London Tuesday with assistance from the London Police Service.

As a result of the search, evidence was obtained and one man was arrested.

Richard Norley, 72, of London is charged with theft under $5,000.

The search for a second suspect continues.

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