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Shawn LECOURS Facing Numerous Charges After Hit & Run

(JOGUES, ON) – A report of a vehicle in the ditch and a suspected impaired excavator driver has resulted in multiple charges, including impaired driving.

On January 23, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a pickup truck in the ditch on Caithness Road in Jogues. The caller also reported observing an excavator traveling toward the location of the ditched vehicle.

Officers located the excavator traveling northbound on Caithness Road and conducted a traffic stop.

During their interaction with the driver, officers determined the individual had consumed alcohol. The driver was arrested and transported to the Hearst OPP detachment for further testing.

The investigation revealed grounds to charge the individual with operating both the pickup truck and the excavator while impaired by alcohol. Open alcohol was discovered in the pickup truck during a search conducted incident to arrest. Further investigation revealed that the individual’s driver’s licence was criminally suspended.

As a result, Shawn LECOURS, 41 years of age of Jogues, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol – two counts

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

·        Operation while prohibited under the criminal code – two counts

·        Obstruct peace officer

·        Fail to report accident

·        Having care or control of a motor vehicle with an open container of liquor

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on February 26, 2025, in Hearst. In addition, the accused received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the pickup truck was impounded for 45 days.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

Jeffrey SHAWANA Was Arrested

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person is facing charges after a single vehicle collision in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI) Township.

On January 23, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a vehicle rolled over in the ditch on Highway 540 in the NEMI Township. The driver was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries by Manitoulin-Sudbury Paramedic Services. Through further investigation, police determined that the driver had consumed an alcoholic beverage, and an arrest was made.

As a result, the driver, Jeffrey SHAWANA, 38-years-old from M’Chigeeng First Nation, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on February 25, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that if you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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OPP Police Press Releases Unincorporated Territory

Violent Home Invasion – Preston GRATTON Arrested

(UNINCORPORATED TERRITORY, ON) – Police arrested and charged one person after responding to a family dispute

On January 23, 2025, at approximately 4:20 p.m., the Nipissing West (Sudbury) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a family dispute on Ministic Lake Road, Unincorporated Territory, north of Sudbury.

A family member attended the property and entered the residence by force, then assaulted an individual with a handheld tool. The victim received minor injuries and was transported to the local hospital by Emergency Medical Services.

As a result of the investigation, Preston GRATTON, 26 years-of-age, from Copper Cliff, was arrested and charged with:

  • Break, enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence
  • Assault with a weapon – two counts
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm

The accused was held for Bail Court and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on January 24, 2025, in Sudbury.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Terence ELLIOTT Was Arrested

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On January 22, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person in relation to a mischief at an apartment on Axmith Avenue in Elliot Lake.

On January 3, 2025, police were called to the apartment regarding a broken window at one of the apartment units. The complainant had video footage of the male responsible.    

Terence ELLIOTT, 35-years-old from Elliot Lake, was charged with, Mischief – destroys or damages property.

The accused was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on February 13, 2025.

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Guelph OPP Police Press Releases

28 Year Old From Guelph Arrested

(GUELPH, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Guelph resident with a criminal charge stemming from a series of motor vehicle collisions.

On January 23, 2025, at approximately 10:15 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were on proactive patrol on Watson Parkway South, Guelph when they were made aware of a motor vehicle sideswiping a city bus, striking another motor vehicle and landing into a nearby ditch. 

As a result of the investigation, Taylor MURRAY, a 28-year-old of Guelph is charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

There were no injuries as a result of the collision.

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 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 orwww.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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Belleville Police Service Police Press Releases

Belleville Police Daily Update 23Jan2025

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 62 calls for service over a 24-hour period beginning at 5:00 am on January 22, 2025 to 5:00 am on January 23, 2025.

Breach of Probation

On the 22nd of January at 1:50pm, Belleville Police received a report that a male who had been released from custody earlier in the day was currently breaching his conditions.  Officers commenced an investigation and determined that a 30-year-old Belleville man had breached two conditions of his Probation Order.  Police located the male in the early morning hours on the 23rd of January and arrested him without incident.   He was charged with two counts of failing to comply with his Probation Order and held in custody for a bail hearing. 

Stolen vehicle recovered

On the 22nd of January at 9:10pm, officers were called to a downtown business regarding a vehicle which had been stolen within the previous two hours.  Police were able to locate the vehicle using its onboard vehicle tracking system.  The vehicle was located in the area of Hwy 2 and Point Anne Rd.  The vehicle was a 2024 Genesis and was unoccupied when recovered.  Police are continuing the investigation.  Anyone with information regarding this theft or the persons responsible are asked to contact Cst. Whittaker at [email protected] or Crime Stoppers.

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Police Press Releases Sarnia Police Service

Drug & Weapons Bust – Names Released

The Sarnia Police Major Case Action Team (MCAT) regularly investigates drug trafficking within the City of Sarnia. 

On January 22, 2025, members of MCAT, supported by the SPS Emergency Response Team (ERT) and K9, executed two simultaneous search warrants under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.  One warrant was executed at a London Line Motel, and the second at a residence in the 200 block of London Road. 

During the warrant execution at the motel, police found two individuals inside (Krystal OWEN and Jesse KROM) and they were arrested without incident.  A search of the premises resulted in the seizure of:

  • 2.71 grams of fentanyl
  • 43 oxycodone pills
  • 203.29 grams of cocaine
  • 1 shotgun with a defaced serial number
  • 26 rounds of ammunition
  • $1,660 in cash

Upon entry to the London Road residence, a 15-year-old male youth from the GTA attempted to flee out the rear exit and was arrested after a brief foot pursuit.  In order to effect the arrest, use of a conducted energy weapon was necessary.  A search of the youth uncovered:

  • $4,435 in cash
  • 11 oxycodone pills

A subsequent search of the residence revealed:

  • A loaded Glock handgun
  • 132.56 grams of cocaine

The total street value of the drugs and cash seized is estimated at $47,073.50.

Charges:

Kristal OWEN, 43 years of Sarnia, and Jesse KROM 34 years, both of Sarnia, have been held for bail on multiple charges including:

  • Firearm-related offences
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking Schedule I substances
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000

A young person has also been charged with multiple offences and cannot be named pursuant to the Youth Criminal Justice Act. 

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas Police Service

STPS Daily Update 23Jan2025

Impaired Operation

A 23 year old London resident has been arrested after police were called to a collision just before 6 a.m.. Officers attended St. George Street near Cowan Park after being notified by collision reporting software that a crash was detected. Upon arrival, police located damage to a guardrail in the area with the damaged vehicle located a short distance away, unoccupied. Officers searched the area and located the 23 year old driver, on foot. While speaking with the individual, officers were concerned the driver may be impaired and a roadside screening device was administered, resulting in a fail. The 23 year old was arrested and transported to police headquarters where further testing confirmed the individual was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently charged with Operation while Impaired – Plus 80. Their license was suspended for 90 days and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days. ST25001320

Warrant Arrests 

A 30 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Wednesday January 22nd 2025, while on an unrelated call for service, officers located the individual known to them to be wanted by our service on an outstanding warrant for 3 counts of Failure to Comply with Probation and Theft under $5,000. The individual was transported to police headquarters where they were processed and transferred to court. ST25001282/0936

A 26 year old Mississauga resident has been arrested. On Wednesday January 22nd 2025, STPS were contacted by Brant County OPP who had the individual in their custody on the strength of our warrant, stemming from an incident in November 2024 where the 26 year old had been charged with Sexual Interference, Luring a Person Under 16 and Invitation to Sexual Touching. Officers attended Brant County to take custody and transport the individual to St. Thomas Police Headquarters where they were processed and held for a morning court appearance. ST25001293

Theft

Approximately $86 worth of groceries have been reported stolen from a retail store on Talbot Street. On Wednesday January 22nd 2025, police were called to the store to investigate the report of an unknown individual leaving the store without to paying for their items. The individual was approached by store staff who were able to retrieve most of the items. Police are reviewing video surveillance to identify the person responsible. ST25001272

Approximately $250 worth of groceries have been reported stolen from a retail store on Talbot Street. On Wednesday January 22nd 2025, officers were called to the store to investigate the report of two unknown individuals leaving the store without paying for the items in their cart. Video surveillance of the incident is being reviewed as police continue to investigate. ST25001290

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Police Press Releases Windsor Police Service

Shane Sylvestre Facing Numerous Charges

Five stolen vehicles recovered, suspect charged

A 40-year-old man is facing a litany of criminal charges after the Windsor Police Service recovered five stolen vehicles. 

In the early hours of January 21, 2025, a male suspect was captured on surveillance video breaking into an auto repair business in the 10000 block of Tecumseh Road East. The man unlawfully entered through a window, took several sets of car keys, and returned multiple times to steal a total of five vehicles. 

Later that day, officers recovered three of the stolen vehicles a short distance from the business. The fourth vehicle was located several hours later near the intersection of Algonquin Street and California Avenue, while the fifth vehicle was found in the 2700 block of Meadowbrook Ln.

Members of the Windsor Police Target Base Unit launched an investigation and soon identified the suspect as Shane Sylvestre. Investigators confirmed that Sylvestre was also wanted in connection to a theft of tools from a trailer at a business in the 3000 block of Forest Glade Drive earlier this month.

Investigators applied for and were granted a warrant to arrest Sylvestre. Shortly after midnight on January 22, officers located and arrested Sylvestre at a residence in the 1600 block of Ouellette Avenue.

At the time, he was subject to court-ordered conditions including house arrest and a Criminal Code driving prohibition. 

Sylvestre has been charged with the following:

Break-and-enter a place other than a dwellingTheft of a motor vehicle (x 5)Theft over $5,000Mischief to property under $5,000Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 (x 2)Wearing a disguise to commit an offence (x 2)Failure to comply with a release order (x 4)Breach of probation (x 2)

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Target Base Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4350. 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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Police Press Releases Thunder Bay Police Service

Andrew Robert GODFREY Facing Numerous Charges

Incident Number TB25002329

One individual faces several charges after a firearm incident last week.

Thunder Bay Police Service officers were dispatched to the 200 block of Bay Street at about 5:15 p.m. on Friday, January 17 after receiving reports of an assault and a firearm having been discharged.

Nobody was struck by a gunshot and no serious injuries have been reported.

The investigation resulted in a suspect being identified.

The suspect was taken into custody following a planned high-risk arrest that took place in the area of the 200 block of Amelia Street West on the afternoon of Wednesday, January 22.

Andrew Robert GODFREY, 48, is charged with the following:
• Assault with a Weapon
• Careless Use of a Firearm
• Carrying a Concealed Weapon
• Pointing a Firearm
• Possession of Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
• Possession of Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order x5

The accused appeared in court on Thursday and has been remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

CKPS Daily Update 23Jan2025

Chatham-Kent Police

Chatham-Kent Police Service – Daily Report for January 22, 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: 155
  • 911/PSAP Transfers: 61
  • Reportable Calls: 25
  • Non-Reportable Calls: 130
  • Property Checks:16
  • Community Services/Foot Patrol:2
  • Domestics:3

Arrests:

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

Key Incidents:

Warrants – Case# CK25004341

Date: January 22, 2025, Time: 09:39 hrs., Location: Grand Ave West, Chatham

Details:

  • A 49-year-old woman, from Chatham, who was the subject of an arrest warrant issued by the Windsor Police Service, has been located, arrested, and transferred into their custody.

Warrants – Case# CK25004395

Date: January 22, 2025, Time: 16:16 hrs., Location: Park Ave West, Chatham

Details:

  • A 41-year-old woman, from Chatham, identified in a theft investigation, has been located. She was released at the scene and given a scheduled court appearance notice for February 24, 2025.

 Assault/Arrest Robbery – Case# CK25004404

Date: January 22, 2025, Time: 17:59 hrs., Location: Canal Street, Tilbury

Details:

  • A 42-year-old male, Chatham resident, reported being physically assaulted by his 27-year-old roommate, also a Chatham resident. The victim fled the residence and informed Chatham-Kent police officers that the suspect was still inside, potentially armed with a weapon though it was not used or brandished during the assault. The accused was arrested in Chatham during a traffic stop. The 27-year-old male was held for bail.

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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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

GPS Daily Update 23Jan2025

Weapons, drug charges following lockdown

A Guelph teen faces weapons and drug charges following an incident Wednesday which led to a high school being briefly placed in lockdown.

Approximately 1:40 p.m. police were called to the south-end school. Staff had learned a male attended the school to sell cannabis to students, and during an interaction in a bathroom brandished a small black handgun.

Officers arrived minutes later and located the male just outside the school. He was placed under arrest. A search revealed a black bb gun in the male’s pocket as well as a quantity of cannabis separated into various packages.

A 17-year-old Guelph male is charged with carrying a concealed weapon, possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, failing to comply with a judicial release and two counts under the Cannabis Act including selling to an individual under 18. He will appear in court March 5.

The arrested youth was not a student at the high school.

Man injured in road rage incident

The Guelph Police Service is looking to speak to witnesses after a motorist was struck and injured during a road rage incident Wednesday afternoon.

Approximately 3:10 p.m. emergency services were called to the area of Laird Road and Hanlon Creek Boulevard for an injured male. Investigation revealed two drivers had been engaged in a verbal dispute. While one male was walking back to his vehicle he was struck by the other one. The victim in his 30s was transported to hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries and his vehicle was also struck and damaged.

The driver of a dark grey GMC Terrain fled the scene. It will be missing the passenger-side mirror and have damage to the front passenger side.

Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact Constable Michael Braga of the Guelph Police Service Traffic Unit at [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.

Lottery ticket theft investigation

The Guelph Police Service is continuing to investigate and seeking the public’s assistance after nearly $50,000 worth of scratch-off lottery tickets were stolen from a north-end business late last year.lotto ticket suspect

Police were called December 16 to a business on Woodlawn Road West. Investigation revealed a suspect had pried open the front doors to gain entry to the store overnight.

They were captured on video a short time later exiting the business with two reusable shopping bags filled with scratch tickets and fleeing in their vehicle. The owner of the business advised the tickets were not activated at the time of the theft and would be flagged so they could be redeemed.

An investigation by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation revealed someone had attempted to redeem one of the stolen tickets the morning of December 15 at a business in Waterloo.

Police believe the male in the attached photos might have information relevant the investigation. Anyone who recognizes the male or has information about the theft is asked to call Detective Constable Adam Roszell of the Guelph Police Service General Investigations Unit at 519-824-1212, ext. 7117, 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.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 213

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OPP Perth East Police Press Releases

Nikhil Batta Impaired Driving

(PERTH EAST, ON) – A driver is facing charges following a motor vehicle collision in the Township of Perth East.

In the early hours of January 23rd, 2025, Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single vehicle collision.

As a result of the investigation, 20-year-old Nikhil Batta of London was arrested and charged with the following offences:

·        Operation while Impaired contrary to the Criminal Code

·        Have Care or Control of a Vehicle with Cannabis Readily Available contrary to the Cannabis Control Act 2017

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on March 3rd, 2025.

If you suspect someone is driving a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you can call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Miroslav DEMETER – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation as a result of a RIDE spot check.

On January 23, 2025, just before 1:00 a.m., a vehicle entered a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) spot check location setup by officers on Old School Road and Heart Lake Road, in the Town of Caledon. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result, Miroslav DEMETER, 50, of Caledon, was charged with:

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

• Operation while impaired – alcohol 

• Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on February 13, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven.

In addition to running its annual Festive RIDE campaign, the OPP conducts RIDE spot checks throughout the year, 24/7. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol and/or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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Grimsby

Linsay OAK Facing Numerous Charges

(GRIMSBY, ON) – A female was arrested and charged criminally after the stolen vehicle she was driving was stopped with the deployment of a tire deflation device (spike belt) on Sunday, January 19th at approximately 3 p.m. in the Town of Grimsby.

A member of the Burlington OPP from the Niagara Detachment was on general patrol in the area of Windward Ave, Grimsby when a stolen white Subaru Impreza was located, with the assistance of Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) technology. The vehicle failed to stop for Police in a parking lot, nearly striking the Officer. The vehicle was again observed near the intersection of Hunter Rd and Winston Rd and a spike belt was deployed successfully. The stolen vehicle fled the intersection, striking another vehicle. Members of Niagara Regional Police attended the area and located the stolen vehicle with the female nearby on Princess Blvd where she was arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Linsay OAK, age 39, from Hamilton has been charged with:

·      Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle

·      Flight from Peace Officer

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime – Over $5,000

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime – Under $5,000

·      Failure to Stop after Accident

·      Driving While Under Suspension – two counts

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance

The accused was released from custody and is set to appear on March 10th, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice, St. Catharines.

Members of the OPP Highway Safety Division 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 this incident, please contact the Niagara OPP at 905-356-1311 or 1-888-310-1122 or, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.com.