Woodstock, ON – A 33-year-old Woodstock male is facing multiple charges following a theft investigation at a retail business on Norwich Avenue.

On May 25, 2026, at approximately 4 p.m., Woodstock Police responded to a report of a theft at a business in the Norwich Avenue area after a male exited the store with merchandise without making payment.

During the incident, a store employee was assaulted, and property damage occurred within the store.

As a result of the investigation, the accused has been charged with:

  • Theft Under $5,000
  • Failure to Comply with a Probation Order
  • Assault
  • Mischief Under $5,000 (two counts)

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

The Woodstock Police Service would like to encourage anyone with information about this investigation to contact the Woodstock Police Service at 519-537-2323 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).