Police have charged two men from Barrie and Brampton after police say they tried to steal a motorcycle during a potential sale.<\/p>\n
The botched robbery happened on Thursday when the male owner of a motorcycle and his friend had arranged to meet a potential buyer for the bike, the Barrie Police Service says.<\/p>\n
But when the pair arrived they were \u201cboxed in\u201d by suspects who tried to remove them from the vehicle, police say.<\/p>\n
The victim managed to flee the area and drove directly to Barrie Police Headquarters for assistance.<\/p>\n
Police say officers located the suspect vehicle as it was trying to enter the Highway 400 southbound ramp at Mapleview Drive, and that three suspects were arrested.<\/p>\n
Barrie police say a 31-year-old male, from Barrie, a 31-year-old man and 35-year-old man, both from Brampton, have been charged with attempted robbery.<\/p>\n
The incident has led police to remind members of the public \u201cto use extreme caution\u201d when conducting private sales.<\/p>\n
\u201cMeet in a public place during daylight hours, bring someone with you, and be aware of your surroundings,\u201d police say. \u201cTrust your instincts. If something feels off, leave the area. If something seems too good to be true, it usually is.\u201d<\/p>\n
Anyone with information about this incident can contact the Barrie police by calling 705-725-7025. Anonymous tips may also be provided to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 or visiting www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, never have to testify, and could receive a $2,000 reward.<\/p>\n