Please be aware that a number of golf courses in both the Southwestern and Central Ontario regions have experienced theft of cash from their pro shop during operating hours.
The Scenario:
The thefts, and attempted thefts, have occurred late in the day when pro shop staff levels tend to be lower
The ringleader uses the ruse of booking a tournament to lure pro shop staff outside so that his accomplices can gain access to the pro shop
One accomplice stands guard while the other accomplice steals from the till and in one case from the safe in the back room
It doesn’t appear that they have taken any hard goods and focus only on the cash that is available
The Suspects:
The 3 suspects are older white men (in their 60’s)
Below is a picture of the ringleader.
To date, the NGCOA Canada is aware of 4 such instances of this ruse being used by the same three suspects. It would be wise to increase security measures wherever possible and to circulate the picture of the ringleader to your staff. At least 2 thefts were averted by staff who had been shown the picture of the ringleader and did not leave the pro shop.
If you believe that you are being targeted by this type of theft, please contact your local police immediately and the NGCOA Canada. If you are located in the Waterloo region, the Waterloo Police Department has opened a case number related to one such incidence that you may wish to reference when calling [Occurrence# 16092510].
We will continue to keep you updated if we receive additional information.
