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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher SUDAK: Drunk Driving

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Fergus resident with four criminal charges and one provincial charge, in relation to an impaired driving investigation.

On February 21, 2025, at approximately 1:25 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to a report of a motor vehicle driving in an erratic manner. Officers arrived in the area, located the motor vehicle and conducted a traffic stop on Wellington Road 29 within Centre Wellington.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher SUDAK, a 43-year-old of Fergus is charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Driving while under suspension

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 45-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Surya INDURTHY: Impaired Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON) – One person has been charged with impaired driving after a traffic stop in Lakeshore.

On February 20, 2025, at approximately 9:10 p.m., a member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on County Road 22 in the Municipality of Lakeshore. 

Surya INDURTHY, 25-years-old of Windsor, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on March 5, 2025, to speak to the charges. 

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”. 

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs of alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases Tecumseh

Manjinderjit SINGH: Impaired Driving

(TECUMSEH, ON) – One person has been charged following a single motor vehicle collision in Lakeshore.

On February 20, 2025, at approximately 7:06 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a vehicle in the ditch on Walker Road in the Municipality of Tecumseh. 

Manjinderjit SINGH, 47-years-old of Tecumseh, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code Liquor Licence and Control Act offences:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

• Failure or refusal to comply with demand

• Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on February 28, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”. 

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs of alcohol, please call 9-1-1 immediately. 

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Austin RAJSIGL: Drunk Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON) – One person has been charged following a single motor vehicle collision in Lakeshore.

On February 21, 2025, at approximately 3:20 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a vehicle in the ditch on Patillo Road in the Municipality of Lakeshore. 

Austin RAJSIGL, 24-years-old of Tecumseh, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on March 7, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”. 

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs of alcohol, please call 9-1-1 immediately. 

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Michael STRATTON Facing Numerous Charges

(ESSA, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one driver for driving while impaired in Essa Township.

On February 20, 2025, shortly after 5:00 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to assist a member of the OPP Central Region TIME team (Traffic Incident Enforcement Management) who was on general patrols in Angus when the officer attempted to stop a vehicle who registered an ALPR (Automated Licence Plate Recognition system) hit for being a suspended driver, the driver failed to stop for the officer and entered into Base Borden.

Officers were able to locate the driver in the vehicle with the assistance of the Military Police and as a result the driver was also arrested for impaired driving consuming nearly four times the legal limit.

At 5:51 p.m., the driver: Michael STRATTON 43 years-old, of Tottenham, was arrested and charge with:  

• Dangerous operation

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

• Flight from peace officer

• Driving while under suspension – Two Counts

• Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor- Two Counts

The accused was charged recently with two previous counts of impaired operation offences and as a result was held for a bail hearing.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

32 Year Old From Dundalk Arrested: Details Released

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Dundalk resident with two criminal, and two provincial charges stemming from a traffic stop.

On February 19, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP Traffic Unit were conducting a proactive traffic enforcement initiative when they detected a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed, and initiated a traffic stop ON-89 Highway within Wellington North Township.

As a result of the investigation, Joshua LAVIEILLE, a 32-year-old of Dundalk is charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Possess more than one licence
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on March 7, 2025.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Home Invasion: Jessica KING Arrested

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – The Kirkland Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested a second person in connection with an armed robbery in January 2025.

On January 4, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m., the Kirkland Lake OPP responded to a report of a robbery at a residence on Station Road in Kirkland Lake. The caller reported that three people broke into an apartment, assaulted the caller and three others within the apartment, then fled the scene. Victims sustained minor injuries and declined medical assistance.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, Jessica KING, a 32-year-old of Kirkland Lake, was arrested and charged with:

·      Break and enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence

·      Robbery with a weapon

·      Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to next appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on February 27, 2025.

The OPP is continuing efforts to locate and arrest the other individual involved in this incident. Updates will be provided as they become available.

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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Jacob BULLER Was Arrested

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – One driver was arrested and charged for impaired driving after the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop.

On February 13,2025, at approximately 4:20 a.m. the Kirkland Lake OPP conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was observed failing to maintain its lane and taking a sharp turn before parking diagonally. Upon speaking with the driver officers determined the individual had consumed an alcoholic beverage.

As a result of the investigation, Jacob BULLER, a 19-year-old from Kirkland Lake, has been charged with failure or refusal to comply with demand.

The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on March 6, 2025.

Kirkland Lake and surrounding area is reminded that drivers who register a fail or refusal to comply with the demand will result in a 90-day licence suspension and a seven-day vehicle impoundment. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Alberton OPP Police Press Releases

Larry GIBBINS: Impaired Driving, Etc.

(ALBERTON TOWNSHIP ON,) Members of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual following reports of a motor vehicle in the ditch.

On February 19, 2025, at approximately 11:58 p.m. the Provincial Communications Centre received a phone call from a driver advising police he put his vehicle into the ditch along Kehl Road in Alberton Township.

At approximately 12:10 a.m. police located the vehicle in the ditch and located the driver.

While speaking with the driver, the investigating officer observed signs of intoxication and conducted an impaired driving investigation.

As a result of the investigation, Larry GIBBINS a 52-year-old male from Morson Ontario was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs contrary to section 320.14(1)(a) of the Criminal Code.
  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus) contrary to section 320.14(1)(b) of the Criminal Code.
  • Driving while under Suspension contrary to section 53(1) of the Highway Traffic Act
  • Having care or control of vehicle wtih cannabis in open baggage contrary to section 12(1) Cannabis Control Act 2017

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on the 31st of March, 2025 at 09:30 a.m.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.p3tips.com/273. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Webequie

Stabbing Near School: One Arrested

(Webequie, ON) – Police arrested a male following a stabbing incident in Webequie First Nation earlier this week.  

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Webequie First Nation detachment were dispatched to an area near the community’s school in the afternoon hours of Tuesday, Feb. 18 following reports of a disturbance possibly involving weapons.

When police arrived at the scene, they learned a stabbing incident had allegedly occurred and that a victim had been transported to the nursing station for further evaluation and treatment of injuries they sustained.

The exact extent of the victim’s injuries is unknown, but are believed to be serious but non-life threatening.

As a result of continued investigation, police identified a male suspect.

The suspect turned himself in to police in the afternoon hours of Wednesday, Feb. 19.

Kurtis Shawn Ernest SHEWAYBICK, 31, of Webequie First Nation, is charged with:

  • Assault with a Weapon
  • Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

He appeared in bail court on Thursday, Feb. 20 and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

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Niagra Police Service Police Press Releases

Children Sexually Exploited: Tayjhon Aquon WILLIAMS HAMILTON Arrested

In February 2022, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Detectives assigned to the Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit commenced an investigation into the sexual exploitation of children over a social media platform. 

On February 20, 2025, Detectives from Niagara Regional Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit and Technological Crime Unit executed a search warrant at a private residence in Thorold and seized numerous digital devices capable of storing electronic data.  Tayjhon Aquon WILLIAMS HAMILTON (24 years) was arrested and is now facing the following charges:

  • Possession of Child Pornography x 3
  • Accessing Child Pornography x 2
  • Making Child Pornography Available x 2

Tayjhon Aquon WILLIAMS HAMILTON was held in custody after his arrest and is set to appear for a bail hearing on February 21, 2025, at the Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse, located at 59 Church Street, in the City of St. Catharines.

Online platforms that allow like-minded users to engage with minors, create, share, and store Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) are prevalent on the Internet.  Offenders who attempt to lure children behind anonymous accounts on different platforms can be identified and will be held accountable for their actions.

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Belleville Police Service Police Press Releases

Belleville Police Daily Update 20Feb2025

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 70 calls for service over a 24-hour period beginning at 5:00 am on February 19, 2025 to 5:00 am on February 20, 2025.

Break and Enter

On the 19th of February at 10:02am, Belleville Police attended a restaurant on Bell Blvd. for a report of a break and enter that had occurred sometime overnight. Unknown persons had broken a window to make entry and subsequently “trashed” the restaurant. A significant amount of damaged was noted along with an undisclosed amount of money was stolen. Members of the Forensic Identification Unit attended to process the scene. The incident remains under investigation.   Anyone with information is asked to contact Cst. Blanchard at 613-966-0882 ext. 4199 or [email protected]

Assault

On the 19th of February, Belleville Police received two 911 calls where there was no contact with the caller.  Approximately 30 minutes later at 10:12pm, the same phone number called and this time a female advised police that she had been assaulted by her husband.  Police responded to an east end residence and arrested a 28-year-old male. The female did not require medical attention. The male was charged with one count of assault and released on an Undertaking with a court date in March.  The name of the accused is not being released in order to protect the identity of the victim. 

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Police Press Releases Sarnia Police Service

Another Pedestrian Struck

On Thursday, February 20, 2025, just after midnight, the Sarnia Police Service responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian in the area of Colborne Road and Berkshire Road.

Upon arrival, patrol officers discovered a 58-year-old male with serious injuries lying on the roadway, after being struck by a passenger motor vehicle who had remained at the scene.

Lambton EMS arrived on scene and transported the male pedestrian to Bluewater Health.

The patient was eventually transported to a London hospital where he remains in critical condition with life altering injuries.

The Sarnia Police Service – Traffic Services Unit is investigating the collision and the roadway has been reopened to traffic.

If you witnessed this collision or have video surveillance of the area, please contact Constable Mike Ross at (519) 344-8861 Ext. 6216.

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Police Press Releases Windsor Police Service

Violent Home Invasion: Manal Khalaf Arrested #StandYourGround

The Windsor Police Service has arrested a 25-year-old woman in connection to a violent home invasion last month.

Shortly after 7 p.m. on February 14, 2025, officers located and arrested Manal Khalaf without incident. Khalaf was sought by investigators after five suspects forced their way into a residence in the 2500 block of Luxury Avenue on January 13. The suspects assaulted, bound, and threatened two elderly occupants and stole money, jewelry, and a sports utility vehicle.

Khalaf has been charged with the following:

•Break-and-enter and commit robbery

• Robbery with an offensive weapon

• Robbery

• Assault causing bodily harm

•  Assault with a weapon

• Assault

• Forcible confinement

• Uttering death threats

• Theft of a motor vehicle 

Police continue to search for four additional suspects, all of whom are described as males between the ages of 20 and 30 years old. All were wearing face coverings at the time of the incident.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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Peel Regional Police Police Press Releases

Child Sexually Assaulted: Sundeep Vilkhu Arrested #PervertAlert

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Peel Regional Police

Region of Peel – Investigators from the Special Victims Unit (SVU) have charged a Brampton man following a sexual assault investigation.

In January 2025, SVU detectives began an investigation following criminal allegations from a concerned parent. It is alleged that the suspect, working as a teaching assistant sexually assaulted a child within the school. This incident allegedly occurred in the 2017-2018 academic year at a public school in the area of Main Street and Queen Street in the City of Brampton. 

On Thursday, Feb. 6, 35-year-old Sundeep Vilkhu was charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Sexual Assault
  • Sexual Interference
  • Invitation to Sexual Touching

He was released with conditions and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton at a later date. 

The accused is no longer employed by the school board.

Investigators are concerned that there may be additional victims and are appealing for them or anyone with information to come forward.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact investigators at the Special Victims Unit at 905-453-2121, extension 3460.

Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.

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