Guelph SUV stolen with sleeping child found safe

A four-year-old child sleeping in an SUV was stolen from a west-end Guelph plaza after a man left a business with stolen merchandise and allegedly exposed himself before driving away. Police responded quickly and, within about 16 minutes, located the SUV parked on a nearby street with the child unharmed. A 29-year-old Guelph man was arrested and charged with motor vehicle theft, theft under $5,000, and committing an indecent act. Authorities praised the swift response and reminded caregivers never to leave children or pets unattended in vehicles, especially on hot days. The incident prompted continued public safety warnings and multiple updates from local police and media outlets. No injuries were reported to the child, and investigators are pursuing standard charges related to the theft and indecent act.