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Ontario Provincial Police search for thieves who allegedly targeted cemetery

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OPP say 13 bronze-plated plaques were stolen from a cemetery near Guelph. Nick Westoll / File / Global News

Ontario Provincial Police say a cemetery near Guelph, Ont. was allegedly targeted by thieves.

In a news release, OPP said 13 memorial plaques were stolen from the Marymount Cemetery on Highway 6, just north of Guelph.

The bronze-plated plaques were attached to various benches and trees around the grounds.

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The manager reported them missing on Tuesday morning and investigators believe they were stolen within the 24 hours prior.

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Anyone with information is asked to contact Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Anonymous tips can also be left with Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 or through its website.

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