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William NASH Was Arrested Again!

(CHESTERVILLE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad and Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G) OPP have located a wanted individual.

Officers had been looking for the accused for in relation to numerous incidents stemming back to December. Officers had executed warrants at multiple locations prior to locating the individual and arresting him on Friday, January 24, 2025, in Chesterville.

William NASH, age 40 of Chesterville, is charged with:

  • Dangerous operation of a vehicle
  • Flight from a peace officer – two counts
  • Failure to comply with a release order – 18 counts
  • Failure to comply with a probation order – 14 counts
  • Failure to comply with an undertaking
  • Take a vehicle without consent
  • Operating a snowmobile along a highway with non licence
  • Failure to wear a proper helmet

The accused will remain in custody until a bail hearing is held.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher ASHDOWN – Drunk Driving

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested an individual for impaired-related offense after conducting a traffic stop for an erratic driver on Main Street in the Town of Huntsville.

On November 26, 2026 at 10:14p.m., the Huntsville OPP were on patrol and observed a vehicle leaving a licensed establishment and observed some erratic driving and a traffic stop was conducted.

The driver failed the Roadside Screening Device and was required to submit to further Breath Testing.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher ASHDOWN, 40-year-old of Huntsville Ontario, has been charged with:

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

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

If you plan to drink alcohol or take drugs, don’t include driving in that plan. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another option that takes driving out of the picture altogether.

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OPP Police Press Releases Springwater

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP, CLEARVIEW TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged three individuals with impaired driving related charges over the last few days.

On January 24, 2025, at approximately 12:14 a.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver in the area of Simcoe Street in Clearview Township. Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. After noticing an odour of alcohol, officers administered a roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) on the driver. As a result, Martin FRANSSEN, 41-year-old of Clearview Township, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

On January 25, 2025, at approximately 2:52 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers were conducting a RIDE spot check on Old Second Street North in Springwater Township. Officers administered a roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) on the driver after the driver displayed signs of impairment. As a result, Frank WILLIAMS, 50-year-old of Springwater Township, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

On January 26, 2025, at approximately 9:14 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers were requested for assistance locating a vehicle involved in a motor vehicle collision that occurred in Collingwood. Officers were able to locate the vehicle on Highway 26 near Stayner after the vehicle left the scene in Collingwood. Officers engaged in an impaired operation investigation after the driver displayed signs of impairment. Officers administered a roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) on the driver. As a result, Cole TORRIE, 26-year-old of Chatsworth, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·      Adult Failure to stop after accident

The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

Pedestrian Collision

 (OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – A pedestrian was struck by a passenger vehicle in the Town of Tillsonburg.

On January 24, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., members from the Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision on Broadway in the Town of Tillsonburg.

A 67 years-of-age pedestrian was struck while crossing the road.

The driver, a 36 years-of-age resident of Tillsonburg has been charged with Careless Driving.

The pedestrian sustained minor injuries.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Adam GELL Facing 3 Criminal Charges

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge an Elora resident with three criminal charges in relation to an impaired driving arrest.

On January 24, 2025, at approximately 3:15 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were made aware of a suspicious motor vehicle travelling through Centre Wellington Township and stopped the motor vehicle on York Street West within Elora.

As a result of the investigation, Adam GELL, a 41-year-old of Elora is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Dangerous operation
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • 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 February 4, 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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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

Claude RANCOURT – Impaired Driving

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Single-vehicle collision in Oxford County results in impaired charges.

On January 24, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., members from the Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision on Mall Road in the Township of Norwich.

No injuries were reported.

As a result of the investigation, Claude RANCOURT, a 51-years-of-age resident of Tillsonburg was charged with the following:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, located in Woodstock, on March 4, 2025.

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 or *677.

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Lennox & Addington Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(LENNOX AND ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – Lennox and Addington County members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two people with impaired driving and other offences in separate incidents over the weekend.

On Saturday, January 25, 2025, shortly before 3:30 a.m., L&A County OPP members received a crash notification from a cell phone and located a single vehicle collision on Old Highway 2 in Tyendinaga Township. Officers located the lone occupant who was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. 

Logan CROSSEN, a 25-year-old from Deseronto was subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol
  • Dangerous operation

On Saturday, January 25, 2025, just before 7:00 a.m., L&A County OPP were called about a vehicle stopped on the shoulder of the 401 Highway in Greater Napanee.

Following an investigation, Kelly JOHNSON, a 40-year-old from Mississauga was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol

Both accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee in February 2025. Their driver’s licences were suspended for 90 days, and their vehicles were impounded.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Victim Bound With Rope And Put In Box Rescued – 4 Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police are investigating an alleged kidnapping incident of a local Orillia man, four persons facing a variety of charges.

On January 12, 2025, just before 8:30 pm, officers of the Orillia OPP were dispatched to a Disturbance on the Rail Trail off James Street West in the City of Orillia. Witnesses reported hearing a voice yell for help. Upon arriving at scene, officers located the victim who had been placed into a plastic box, bound with rope, and had signs of being recently assaulted. Officers on scene provided first aid treatment until paramedics from Georgian Ambulance arrived on scene to assist. The victim was transported to a local hospital, and later to a Toronto area hospital for further medical treatment.

Members of the Orillia Detachment Major Crime Unit, as well as the Forensic Identification Services (IDENT) assisted with continuing the investigation. This included a Search Warrant being executed at a residence located on Moffat Street in the City of Orillia.

As a result of the investigation, four persons have been identified and are facing charges.

Ryan MARS, 38-year-old of Orillia has been charged with the following:

·      Aggravated Assault CC 268,

·      Kidnapping CC 279(1)(a),

·      Forcible Confinement CC 279(2),

·      Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm CC 264.1(1)(a),

·      Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose CC 88,

·      Attempt Obstruct Justice CC 139(1) and CC 139(2), and

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order CC 733.1(1)

Ashley NEWMAN, 38-year-old of Orillia has been charged with the following:

·      Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm CC 264.1(1)(a),

·      Aggravated Assault CC 268,

·      Kidnapping CC 279(1)(a), and

·      Forcible Confinement CC 279(2)

Daniel BOONSTRA, 32-year-old of Orillia has been charged with the following:

·      Kidnapping CC 279(1)(a)

Bronson RITCHIE, 34-year-old of Orillia has been charged with the following:

·      Kidnapping CC 279(1)(a),

·      Failure to Comply with Release Order CC 145(5)(a), and

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order CC 733.1(1)

All involved parties have been held in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia for bail hearings.

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Niagra Police Service Police Press Releases

Educational Assistant Arrested for the Assault of a Student – Name Released

Niagra Regional Police

On January 10, 2025, detectives from the Niagara Regional Police Service Child Abuse Unit (CAU) began an investigation regarding an alleged assault of a student at a St. Catharines school.

The initial investigation determined that on December 17, 2024, the victim (a child under 9 years old) was involved in a disturbance in a classroom at St. Alfred School on Vine Street in St. Catharines.

The victim was physically removed from the classroom by two educational assistants to another room in the school. Once there, one of the educational assistants physically assaulted the child. The child was then assaulted with a weapon (blanket) by the same educational assistant.

The child was not physically injured. The age and gender of the victim are not being released in order to protect their identity.

On January 24, 2025, detectives arrested and charged Adam Martynek (28 years old) of St. Catharines with the Criminal Code offences of:

  • Assault
  • Assault with a Weapon

Martynek was held in custody for a video bail hearing to the Robert S. K. Welch Courthouse in St. Catharines on January 24, 2025.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the investigating officers by calling 905-688-4111, option 3, extension 1008430.

Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously can contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477.  Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards to persons who contact the program with information which leads to an arrest.

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Cobourg Police Service Police Press Releases

Cobourg Police Daily Update 24Jan2025

A 43-year-old Cobourg man is facing charges after police were called to a theft from a local business.

On January 22, 2025, police attended a business near Division Street and Munroe Street regarding a theft report. Police identified a suspect from video surveillance footage.

Through investigation it was determined that the male was currently bound by a Conditional Sentence Order. On January 23, 2025, the 43-year-old Cobourg man was arrested and charged with Theft under $5,000, Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 and three counts of Fail to comply with Conditional Sentence Order. The accused was subsequently held for bail.

A 32-year-old Cobourg man is facing charges after police were called to a theft at a local business.

On January 23, 2025, Cobourg Police received a report of theft after the fact at a business near Division Street and Munroe Street. Police identified a suspect from video surveillance footage.

As a result of the investigation, a 32-year-old Cobourg man was arrested and charged with Theft Under $5,000, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000, and Breach of Probation.

The accused was released on an Undertaking with a future court date.

A 33-year-old Cobourg woman is facing charges after a theft investigation.

On Friday, January 17, 2024, police received a report of theft from a business in the area of King Street West in Cobourg. Police identified a suspect from video surveillance.

On Thursday, January 23, 2025, at approximately 11:55 p.m., police on general patrol and located the suspect. As a result of the investigation, the 33-year-old Cobourg woman was subsequently arrested and charged with Theft Under $5,000, Possession Under $5,000 and Breach of Undertaking. The accused was held for bail.

Two residents were arrested in a break-and-enter investigation.

On Friday, January 17, 2025, police received a report of a Break and Enter at a business in the area of Division Street and Kerr Street in Cobourg. 

At approximately 3:30 a.m., three individuals attended the business. Two stood by while the third gained access to the business and took merchandise. All three left the property. 

Police identified the three individuals.  

On Saturday, January 18, 2025, at approximately 3:15 p.m., police on patrol located and arrested a 49-year-old Cobourg woman. On Sunday, January 19, 2025, at about 4:10 p.m., police on patrol located and arrested a 34-year-old Cobourg man. Both were charged with Break and Entering, Theft Under $5,000, and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime and subsequently released on an undertaking with conditions and a future court date.  

A third arrest is anticipated.

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Belleville Police Service Police Press Releases

Belleville Police Daily Update

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 55 calls for service over a 24-hour period beginning at 5:00 am on January 23, 2025 to 5:00 am on January 24, 2025.

Traffic stop leads to arrest on warrant

A 50-year-old Belleville women is being held for a bail hearing after a traffic stop conducted by Belleville Police on Thursday afternoon.  The officer recognized the driver who was suspended and pulled the vehicle over on Front Street at 1:15pm.  The officer also discovered the driver was wanted on outstanding charges of fail to appear for court and fail to comply with an Undertaking.  As a result, Terri-Lynn Lafrance was arrested on the strength of the outstanding warrant and additionally charged with driving while suspended and fail to display two licence plates. 

Theft and Mischief

On the 22nd of January, Belleville Police began a shoplifting investigation after being called to a business on Dundas Street West.  Police learned that the suspect had exited the store without paying for several items.  Prior to leaving, the man also intentionally knocked over a garbage can, emptying the contents and then proceeded to throw the lid across the property.  On the 23rd of January at 11:15pm, police located the suspect.   The 31-year-old male of no fixed address was arrested and charged with theft under $5000 and mischief under $5000.  He was held for a bail hearing. 

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas Police Service

STPS Daily Update 25Jan2025

Warrant Arrest:

While on general patrol police recognized a 35 year old female as wanted.  Police spoke with the female and arrested her on the strength of the warrant.  The female was released with a new court date.  ST25001377

Theft:

On Friday January 24th, 2025 police were contacted by lost prevention to advise of a female who had just taken products from the store without paying.  Police located the 34 year old female near by and arrested her for theft under $5000.  All products were returned to the store and the female was processed and released with a future court date and restrictions to not attend the store.  ST25001402

Sexual Assault:

A young victim attended the police station and provided police with a report of a historical sexual assault.  With this information police formed reasonable and probable grounds for the charges of sexual assault on a person under 16 and assault cause bodily harm.  The accused in this matter turned themselves into police and was arrested and released with a court date and conditions.  ST25001375

B & E and Fail to comply with Probation:

Police received a call from the victim that a male known to them was attempting to enter a residence.  Police located the 72 year old male and arrested him for break and enter and fail to comply with probation.  The male was released with a new court date and conditions.  ST25001415

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Police Press Releases Thunder Bay Police Service

Drug Bust – Names Released

Incident Number TB25003127

Two people face drug and firearm charges after a pair of search warrants were executed.

Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Intelligence Unit had obtained warrants for a residence and a vehicle as a result of an ongoing investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity.

Officers located a male suspect in the 100 block of Shuniah Street shortly after 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 23. A search of the suspect and vehicle resulted in the seizure of a quantity of suspected fentanyl, more than $3,300 in cash, and paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking.

Officers then searched a residence on Sequoia Drive and located a loaded shotgun that had a serial number removed, along with paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking.

A female suspect was arrested and taken into custody.

Emerson SPIESS-RUEF, 27, is charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl), Possession of Proceeds of Crime under $5,000, Careless Storage of a Firearm, Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm, Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm, and Tampering with Serial Number of a Firearm.

Kyra GOODMAN, 27, is charged with Careless Storage of a Firearm, Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm, Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm, and Tampering with Serial Number of a Firearm.

The accused appeared in court on Friday and have been remanded into custody with future appearance dates.

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

CKPS Daiy Update 24Jan2025

Chatham-Kent Police

THURSDAY, January 24, 2025

Chatham-Kent Police Service – Daily Report for January 23, 2025

The Chatham-Kent Police Service (CKPS) responded to a variety of incidents over the past 24 hours. Below is a summary of the key events, including arrests, investigations, and other notable occurrences:

Spotlight

  • Total Call for Service: 195
  • 911/PSAP Transfers:72
  • Reportable Calls: 39
  • Non-Reportable Calls: 156
  • Property Checks: 17
  • Community Services/Foot Patrol: 2
  • Domestics: 4

Arrests:

  • 12 arrests were made throughout the day, including individuals wanted for outstanding warrants, failure to comply, and domestic-related offenses.

Key Incidents:

Impaired- Case# CK25004495

Date: January 23, 2025, Time: 07:03 hrs., Location: Wedgewood, Chatham

Details:

  • A 37-year-old male, from Chatham was found passed out in the driver’s seat of a vehicle, suspected to be under the influence of drugs. Suspected Methamphetamine was found in the vehicle. He was arrested for impaired driving and taken to Chatham-Kent Headquarters, where he underwent an evaluation by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) who confirmed the driver was impaired by a Central Nervous System Depressant. He was released with a scheduled court date on February 06, 2025.

Stolen Vehicle- Case# CK25004552

Date: January 23, 2025, Time: 12:50 hrs., Location: Dufferin Ave, Tilbury

Details:

  • A delivery driver stopped on Dufferin Avenue in Tilbury, leaving his van running and unlocked while he delivered a package. During the time, a 37-year-old male, from Leamington jumped into the driver’s seat and drove off. The van equipped with a GPS tracking device was followed by Chatham-Kent police officers to the Tecumseh Line area, where an attempt to stop the vehicle was initiated. Officers employed various techniques to stop the vehicle, prompting the driver to flee on foot but he was taken into custody after a brief chase. No injuries or damage were reported. The suspect was arrested and released with a court date of March 03, 2025.

Stolen Vehicle- Case# CK25004642

Date: January 23, 2025, Time: 21:58hrs., Location: Wellington Street, Chatham

Details:

  • While investigating a trespass to property complaint, a 35-year-old male, from Chatham was arrested on the strength of outstanding warrants. During the interactions, the man provided a false name to the officers. He was also found to be in possession of breaking and entering tools, which was in violation of his release conditions. He was transported to police headquarters and held for bail. He was additionally charged with obstructing a peace officer and failure to comply with an undertaking.

Warrants- Case# CK25004643

Date: January 23, 2025, Time: 22:05hrs., Location: Wellington Street, Chatham

Details:

  • A 38-year-old male, from Ottawa, was arrested on an endorsed failure to comply warrant during a routine traffic stop. He was subsequently released with conditions and a future court date of February 24, 2025.

Arrest- Case# CK25004691

Date: January 23, 2025, Time: 04:38hrs., Location: Orchard Heights Drive, Chatham

Details:

  • A 42-year-old male, from Chatham, was observed driving a vehicle while under suspension. He pulled into the parking lot of his residence and failed to identify himself to officers. After trying to evade the investigation by running to the building, he resisted arrest. He was charged with resisting arrest, obstruction and several Highway Traffic Act offences. He was released with a court date of March 3, 2025.

The Chatham-Kent Police Service remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community. We continue to monitor ongoing investigations and encourage residents to report any suspicious activities to assist in maintaining public safety.

For more information or media inquiries, please contact the Chatham-Kent Police Service Corporate Communications Coordinator Mrs. Shelomi Legall at [email protected] or Tel: (519) 436-6600, ext. 80648.

End of Release

This release is intended for general informational purposes and does not disclose any personal or confidential information about individuals involved. All arrested individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

Pedestrian Collision

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police’s Traffic Services Unit is investigating a pedestrian collision in Waterloo.

On January 24, 2025, at approximately 6:35 a.m., emergency services responded to reports of a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian on Westmount Road North near Father David Bauer Drive.

The pedestrian, a 24-year-old Waterloo male, was transported to an out-of-region hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The driver reported no physical injuries.

The investigation is ongoing.

Roads in the area were closed for the investigation and have since been reopened.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage is encouraged to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 8856.

To provide anonymous information, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com

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