All is right again after three youths on quads were caught stealing election signs from yards in the Chautauqua neighbourhood.

The two youths, who were not named, were recorded on several home security systems and were swiftly caught and ordered by police to return the signs.

The signs were for New Democrat Wayne Gates, who is the incumbent candidate in the Feb. 27 provincial election.

Residents first discovered several political lawn signs missing Feb. 13, which sparked immediate concern about potential vandalism and interference in the electoral process.

Weston Miller, president of the Chautauqua Residents Association, sent an email to members requesting footage from door cams.

“It is unfortunate that I have to write this, however it has been brought to my attention that this afternoon approximately between 2 to 3 p.m., multiple Wayne Gates lawn signs were stolen from houses in Chautauqua,” wrote Miller.

“The suspects are described as two males, who appeared to be teenagers, riding two ATVs (one black in colour and one red/pink).”

Miller sent an email update on Friday expressing gratitude for the rapid local response.

“I am happy to report that all three of the individuals involved have been identified and directed by the police to put back the stolen signs,” said Miller.

Police Const. Jesse Vujasic said police spoke to the parents of the youth.

“Two youths were located and cautioned over the thefts of the signs. The youth’s parents were spoken to and were told to return the signs to the rightful owners.”