Theft from Palmer Rapids Church

August 8, 2025

(PALMER RAPIDS, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) needs your help to solve a theft from a church.

The theft at the church on Palmer Road in Palmer Rapids, is believed to have taken place between June 17 and 20, 2025. One of the missing items is a large, heavy statue of the Virgin Mary. It would have required two people to carry it. Other items include brass crosses.

The investigation has been unsuccessful so far, and investigators are now turning to local residents for assistance.

Any who saw suspicious activity in the area, or who may have relevant doorbell or surveillance video, should contact the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident E250817544. If you have information but want to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or report online at ValleyTips.ca.