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Area OPP North Perth OPP Police Press Releases

MACHAN – $50,000 Fraud

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – One person has been charged in relation to a fraud investigation in the Municipality of North Perth.

On January 27, 2025, members of the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) launched an investigation after receiving information that a company was defrauded of over $50,000 by a former employee.

As a result of the investigation, 33-year-old Torie MACHAN of Monkton, ON was charged with:

–      Fraud Over $5,000 contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada.

MACHAN is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on March 10th, 2025.

The Perth County OPP is requesting that anyone with information related to this investigation call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

George ENGLAND Was Arrested For Fraud & Weapon Possession

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) remind everyone that you never have to pay to collect winnings from a legitimate lottery.

On January 27, 2025, officers began a fraud investigation after it was reported that an elderly person was potentially being duped into believing they had won the lottery.

As a result of the investigation, George ENGLAND, a 56-year-old of Sutton West, Ontario has been charged with:

  • Fraud over $5000
  • Possession of a weapon – two counts
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence
  • Fail to have insurance card

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Prince Edward County on March 12, 2025.

Fraudsters frequently target vulnerable individuals. To help prevent victimization, please share this information, especially with those who may be at risk. For more details, visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. If you have lost money due to fraud, report it to police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Police Press Releases Thunder Bay Police Service

Mahad MUSSE Was Arrested Again

Incident Number TB25003603

One person faces multiple charges after being found driving impaired, despite previous prohibitions, and attempting to provide a false identity to the officer.

A Thunder Bay Police Service Traffic Unit officer was on patrol on the afternoon of Monday, January 27, when a vehicle was first observed at a rate of over 70 kilometres per hour in a community safety zone with a posted speed limit of 40 kilometres per hour, and was then observed at nearly 90 kilometres per hour in a 50 kilometre per hour zone.

The officer pulled over the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop.

The driver initially provided the responding officer with an identity that ended up being false. The officer also observed multiple signs of impairment.

Once the officer determined the driver’s identity, it was found that the male was wanted on a warrant and had six different driving prohibitions.

Mahad MUSSE, 30, is charged with Impaired Operation of a Vehicle, Dangerous Operation of a Vehicle, Operation of a Vehicle While Prohibited x2, Identity Fraud, and Breach of Probation.

The accused appeared in court on Tuesday and has been remanded into custody with a future appearance date. The vehicle is subject to a 45-day impoundment and the accused’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days.

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Thunder Bay

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

GPS Daily Update 29Jan2025

Arrest in parking lot rage

A Guelph man faces assault and mischief charges following a parking lot dispute between two motorists.

Just after 1 p.m. Sunday, police were called to a parking lot on Wellington Street West. Investigation revealed a man, who was a passenger in a vehicle, got upset after another driver honked his horn. The man approached the vehicle and kicked it, causing a large dent.

When the driver of the dented vehicle got out to confront him, the man retrieved a crowbar and held it over his head in a threatening manner.

A 40-year-old Guelph man is charged with mischief under $5,000 and assault with a weapon. He will appear in court March 14.

Home entered overnight

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a south-end home was entered while the tenants slept.

Tuesday morning police were called to a townhouse unit on Edinburgh Road South near Wilsonview Avenue. The resident said he went to bed approximately 11 p.m. and when he awoke the front door was wide open and he saw footprints leading into the living room. Two sets of keys were noted to be missing.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Jasmin Manani at 519-824-1212, ext. 7273, email [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Theft and mischief charges

A Guelph man faces theft and mischief charges after an incident Monday at a business.

Approximately 7 a.m. police received a call from the owner of a business on Edinburgh Road South about two people inside the business causing damage. While one appeared to act as lookout, the other tampered with the coin compartments of laundry machines and was able to remove one of them.

Before leaving the business the male also picked up a candy dispenser and took it with him.

A 21-year-old Guelph man is charged with mischief under $5,000, theft under $5,000 and breaching a probation order. He was held for bail and has been released to appear in court March 7.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 262

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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Melissa TURCOTTE Was Arrested Again

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – The Kirkland Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested a suspect in connection with an armed robbery earlier this month.

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, Melissa TURCOTTE, a 36-year-old of Kirkland Lake, was arrested and charged with:

·      Break and enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence

·      Robbery with a weapon

·      Fail to comply with probation order

·      Disguise with intent

·      Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose

The accused was released after a bail hearing and is scheduled to next appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on January 30, 2025.

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

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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Ana PRASCEVIC Was Arrested

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – One driver was arrested for driving while impaired by drug, during a traffic stop by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Kirkland Lake.

On January 2,2025, at 6:45 p.m. the Kirkland Lake OPP conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was observed failing to maintain its lane on Government Road West, in the Town of Kirkland Lake.

As a result of the investigation, Ana PRASCEVIC, a 32-year-old from Toronto, has been charged with operation while impaired – drugs.

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 January 30, 2025.

Kirkland Lake and surrounding area is reminded that whether someone is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired and driving under the influence of either is a criminal offence. 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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Meaford OPP Police Press Releases

FRASER – Break & Enter, Theft

(MEAFORD, ON) – On January 26, 2025, at approximately 11:13 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a break & enter at the LCBO along Nelson Street West, Municipality of Meaford.

Police attended and observed the glass in front entrance to be smashed. OPP Canine and members of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) attended to assist.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher FRASER, 41-years-old of Meaford, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Break & Enter, CC 348(1)(b)
  • Theft under $5000, CC 334(b)

The accused is set to appear in the Owen Sound Court of Justice on February 27, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The Grey Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Craig LAWSON Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – A traffic stop in Courtland resulted in charges for a prohibited driver.

At approximately 8:02 p.m. on Monday, January 27, 2025, an officer from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment initiated a traffic stop and investigation on Main Street of Courtland in Courtland, Norfolk County, after receiving a licence plate status alert from the police cruiser’s Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system.

The investigation revealed that the driver was prohibited from driving. They were subsequently taken into custody without incident.

45-year-old Craig LAWSON from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code,
  • Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.

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OPP Otonabee-South Monaghan Police Press Releases

BOYLES – Drunk Driving

(OTONABEE-SOUTH MONAGHAN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call with information about a possible impaired driver.

On January 27, 2025, shortly before 1:00am, Peterborough County OPP received a complaint of a vehicle swerving on the road and then going off the road into the ditch on Highway 7 in Otonabee-South Monaghan Township. The caller advised that they, along with another in the vehicle, had observed the vehicle swerving and then go off the road. They stopped to check on the condition of the driver and when speaking with the driver, they believed they were impaired. At this point, they contacted the Peterborough County OPP.

Moments later, officers arrived on scene and approached the vehicle. Officers spoke with the driver noting signs of impairment at which point an arrest was made. The driver was transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Matthew BOYLES (age 37) of Peterborough, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired

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

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on March 4, 2025.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(ORILLIA, ON) – While conducting a theft and stolen property investigation, members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) made two arrests, resulting in the seizure of prohibited weapons and a large quantity of illicit drugs.

On January 20, 2025, several items and tools, including an automotive scanner, were reported stolen from an address in Orillia. On January 27, 2025, just before 1:00 pm, Orillia OPP responded to a call from a witness reporting that someone was trying to sell them stolen property. The witness reported knowing the original victim of the theft and could confirm that the serial number of the automotive scanner for sale matched that of the one stolen. Subsequently, officers engaged in a criminal investigation.

Just after 4:00 pm, officers staged near by as the witness met with the parties selling the items, and arrests were made. During this, officers also located a quantity of drugs and several prohibited weapons, which were seized from the accused. The investigation continued once back at the Orillia Detachment, which included assistance from the Orillia Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), as well as the Economic Crime & Corruption Unit (ECCU).

The following items were seized:

·      Over 45 grams of suspected Cocaine,

·      Over 100 grams of suspected Pink Fentanyl,

·      Over 40 tablets of Hydromorphone Tablets, and other various pills,

·      Functioning scales, cell phones, and other drug paraphernalia,

·      Numerous credit cards and identification documents, and

·      Over $1500 in Canadian currency.

As a result of the investigation, police have charged two parties.

Michael HART-PAYNE, 30-year-old of Orillia, has been charged with the following:

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime x3

·      Trafficking in Property Obtained by Crime

·      Possessing Counterfeit Money

·      Possession of a credit card

·      Possession of an Identity Document

·      Identity Theft

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order x4

·      Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose x2

·      Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition x2

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking x6

Michael CORRIVEAU, 30-year-old of Orillia, has been charged with the following:

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime x3

·      Trafficking in Property Obtained by Crime

·      Possessing Counterfeit Money

·      Possession of a Credit Card

·      Possession of an Identity Document

·      Identity Theft

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking x6

Both accused were held in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia for a bail hearing.

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Area OPP Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

34 Year Old From Saugeen Shores Arrested

(BROCKTON, ON) – On January 26, 2025, at approximately 8:32 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a collision involving a snowmobile in the area of Concession 14 and Baseline, Municipality of Brockton.

Members of the South Bruce OPP attended the area with Bruce County Paramedic Service and located a single snowmobile involved. The operator was transported to a local hospital to be treated for injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Daniel LINTON, 34-years-old, of Saugeen Shores has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired, CC 320.14(1)(b)
  • Dangerous operation, CC 320.13(1)

The accused is set to appear in the Walkerton Court of Justice on February 26, 2025 to answer to the charges.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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IROQUOIS FALLS OPP Police Press Releases

Arrests For Grand-parent Scam

(IROQUOIS FALLS, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested two people involved in a grand-parent scam involving three separate victims.

On January 22, 2025, between 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., the South Porcupine OPP responded to a fraud where the suspect called a residence in Iroquois Falls requesting money for their grandson that had been in a car accident. 

On January 23, 2025, at approximately 11:12 a.m., the South Porcupine OPP responded to a fraud where the suspect called two separate residences in Iroquois Falls, requesting money for their grandson who was currently in custody.

As a result of the investigation two people have been arrested and charged.

Amect RICALDY-SOLORZANO, 53 years-old, from Montreal, was charged with the following:

  • Fraud over $5,000 – four counts
  • Possession property obtained by crime over $5,000

The accused remains in custody and is schedule to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 29, 2025.

Eliza GREGOLINKSKA, 53 years-old, from Montreal, was also charged with possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

The accused was released from custody and is schedule to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 13, 2025

If you or someone you know may have been the victim of an ’emergency’ scam, contact your local police service or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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JOCELYN

Murder – Derrick SUTTON Arrested

(JOCELYN TOWNSHIP, ON)- The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged one person in relation to death investigation in Jocelyn Township.

On January 6, 2025, at approximately 2:45 p.m., the East Algoma OPP responded to a report of a deceased person that was located in the vicinity of P Line Road, in Jocelyn Township.

The East Algoma OPP crime unit is continuing the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

The OPP has arrested and charged Derrick SUTTON, 49 years-old, of Sudbury with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Accessory after the fact to murder, section 240 CC
  • Indignity to a dead body, section 182(b)

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 30, 2025, in Sudbury.

The investigation is on-going. There is no threat to public safety. Further information will be released as it becomes available.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact the East Algoma OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- 8477 (TIPS) or visit ontariocrimestoppers.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

LAVALLEE – Drunk Driving

(SUDBURY ON) – Police arrested and charged one person with impaired driving offences, after conducting a traffic stop with a vehicle on Lasalle Boulevard, Sudbury.

On January 24, 2025, at approximately 11:50 p.m., members from the Nipissing West (Sudbury) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop with a vehicle having no active rear position lights on the motor vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, the driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to Greater Sudbury Police Service for further testing.

Samantha LAVALLEE, 33 years-of-age, from Chelmsford, was charged with.

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive without proper rear light – motor vehicle
  • Fail to signal for turn
  • Novice driver – Blood Alcohol Concentration above zero

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on February 12, 2025, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Northumberland OPP Weekend Update

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to and investigated a number of incidents over the weekend.

On January 24, 2025, OPP responded to a single vehicle collision on Smith Street in the Municipality of Brighton. Officers arrived at the location to find a passenger vehicle in the ditch and a lone occupant in the driver seat. Upon speaking with the uninjured individual, police entered into an impaired operation investigation. As a result, the driver was taken into custody at which point they resisted the arrest. They were transported to a local detachment where they refused to comply with a demand for breath into an Approved Instrument. A search of the vehicle revealed a quantity of liquor and cannabis. There were no other persons or vehicles involved.

Tara KOCHIE (age 55) from the Municipality of Brighton, has been charged with:

–      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

–      Resist Peace Officer

–      Drive motor vehicle or boar with cannabis readily available

–      Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available.

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

On January 25, 2025, at around 3:15 a.m., police responded to a report from Warkworth Institution regarding a suspicious vehicle in the area of McCann Road in the Municipality of Brighton. Officers patrolled the area and stopped a vehicle with no front licence place on County Road 30. Following the stop and observing three occupants including the driver, officers could detect an odor of Cannabis coming from the vehicle and police then initiated a search.

The search yielded a drone, cellphones, $1000 in Canadian currency, cannabis and a small quantity of unknown drugs which are still to be identified.

Juan Luis GUEYE VARGAS (age 18) from St-Anne-Desplaines, Quebec, has been charged with:

–      Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property

–      Person under 19 years – possess cannabis

–      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis in open baggage

–      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

–      Fail to surrender insurance card

–      Dirty plate

–      Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle.

The two 17-year-old male passengers from Montreal, Quebec, have been charged with:

–      Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property

–      Person under 19 years – possess cannabis.

The young persons shall not be named due to the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA). All the accused are due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

On January 26, 2025, shortly after 9:00 p.m., OPP received a report of an assault which had taken place on Curtis Point Road in the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand involving a resident and a passing snowmobile operator. Emergency Medical Services also attended the location to treat the victim for minor injuries.

A description of the snowmobile and operator was provided to officers who then patrolled the local areas. A short time later, a person was arrested in relation to the incident.

As a result, Bailey CRUMB (aged 20) from the Township of Hamilton, has been charged with:

–      Assault with a weapon.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

On January 27, 2025, at approximately 7:35 a.m., OPP responded to an attempted break and enter on Ganaraska Road in the Municipality of Port Hope. The caller advised that three individuals wearing dark clothing and masks, had tried to break into their residence with an implement. The suspects then ran eastbound after being disturbed by the homeowner.

An increased police presence was in the area as containment was set up and assisted by the Emergency Response Team (ERT). An OPP Canine Unit (K9) was also dispatched to assist with the investigation.

No persons were located as a result of the initial efforts and this investigation is on-going. Resources were clear shortly before 10:00 a.m. Northumberland OPP are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious behavior or has video/dash cam evidence which could assist officers, to contact police at 1-888-310-1122 reference E250107735.

Members of Northumberland OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 705-745-9000 or www.stopcrimehere.ca.