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Police Press Releases York Regional Police

Police Warn Of Staged Collision Carjackings

York Regional Police

York Regional Police is issuing a warning to the public following a re-emergence of staged collision carjackings.

In these incidents, suspects will purposely cause minor collisions by driving into the victim’s vehicle. When the victim exits their vehicle to assess the damage, the suspects will confront the victims, often with firearms, and steal the vehicle. Suspects have also used distraction techniques to allow another suspect to steal the vehicle when the victim isn’t looking.

On November 3, 2024, at approximately 7 p.m., police responded to reports of a carjacking in the area of Warden Avenue and Major Mackenzie Drive in Markham. The victim was rear-ended by the suspect’s Honda sedan. When he exited to check the damage, he was confronted by two suspects armed with firearms. One suspect stole the victim’s Lexus, while the other fled in the Honda.

On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at approximately 7:10 p.m., police responded to a carjacking in the area of Kirkham Drive and Karachi Drive in Markham. A male suspect on a bicycle rode into the side of the victim’s Cadillac Escalade. When the victim got out to check on the male, a dark sedan pulled up behind the Escalade. Two suspects exited the sedan, threatened the victim with a firearm and stole the vehicle.

On Thursday, January 9, 2025, at approximately 8:20 p.m., police responded to an attempted carjacking in the area of King Road and Highway 27 in Vaughan. The victim’s Cadillac Escalade was lightly rear-ended. When the victim got out of the vehicle to assess the damage, she was confronted by two suspects, one armed with a firearm. The suspects attempted to steal her vehicle but were unsuccessful due to a kill switch being installed in the Escalade.

On Friday, January 17, 2025, at approximately 5:50 p.m., police responded to a carjacking in the area of Leslie Street and Bethesda Sideroad in Richmond Hill. The victim’s Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon was rear-ended by a dark coloured sport utility vehicle (SUV). When the victim got out of the vehicle to assess the damage, a suspect entered his vehicle and drove away.

Police are advising citizens to always be aware of their surroundings. Trust your instincts. If you feel you are being followed, or if something doesn’t feel right, drive to a police station or contact police immediately. If you are involved in a collision and have concerns about the circumstances call 9-1-1. If you are the victim of a carjacking, prioritize your personal safety and be the best witness you can be.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6630, or leave an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or online at www.1800222tips.com.

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Owen Sound Police Police Press Releases

Woman Shoveling Snow Struck in Chain Reaction Collision

On Tuesday January 21, 2025 at approximately 8:30 p.m. a 2010 Mercedes travelling westbound on 8th Street East struck the rear of an unoccupied Chevrolet Cruz that was parked on the side of the roadway with its hazard lights activated.  The Chevrolet Cruz was pushed forward by the impact of the collision and subsequently struck a 24- year-old female who was shoveling snow. The vehicle also hit a Volkswagen Jetta that was parked in the driveway.

The female victim was taken to Brightshores Hospital by ambulance and was later transferred to a London hospital for further treatment of what preliminary information would suggest are serious injuries. 

 All three involved vehicles were towed from the scene.

 The 29-year-old male driver of the Mercedes, who remained at the scene, was charged with Careless Driving Causing Bodily Harm.

 Anyone who may have witnessed this incident is asked to contact the investigating officer, Constable Vokes at [email protected] or by calling 519-376-1234 X 0.

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

GPS Daily Update 21Jan2025

Possible break-in attempt

The Guelph Police Service is investigating a possible break-in attempt at a downtown business.

Shortly after 9 a.m. Monday an employee of a business near Gordon Street and Wellington Street arrived to work to find an exterior window smashed and a flashlight left behind. No entry was gained to the business.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Jason Hollinger at 519-824-1212, ext. 7603, 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.

Arrest after several incidents

A Guelph man faces charges after a series of disturbances downtown on Friday.

Approximately 2:15 p.m. police were called to the provincial courthouse on Wyndham Street South for reports of a male causing a disturbance by kicking windows and yelling at staff and members of the public.

Officers moved him along, but just over an hour later the same male attended a nearby restaurant where he took a drink without paying, yelled at staff and smashed a window causing more than $500 in damage.

An hour after that, police received several calls from a nearby park about a male near the playground yelling at families and causing some to leave out of fear for their safety.

A 30-year-old Guelph man is charged with mischief under $5,000, causing a disturbance and two counts of breaching a probation order. He was held for bail and has been released to appear in court February 7.

64 bottles of liquor stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after more than 60 bottles of scotch and cognac were stolen from a south-end business in separate incidents Sunday evening.

Approximately 7:15 p.m. a male entered the LCBO store on Scottsdale Drive and began concealing bottles of scotch in his jacket. A short time later a second male attended with a wheeled bag, placed 18 bottles of scotch inside and walked out of the store. The first male then also left the store.

The suspects were described as:

  1. 5’7”, 35 to 40 years of age, 160 pounds and wearing a black jacket, blue scarf and blue hat and carrying a blue bag
  2. 5’9”, 35 to 40, 180 pounds and wearing a black shirt, green khaki pants, red and black hat with Punisher logo and Converse shoes and pulling a blue roller bag

In total 20 bottles of alcohol were stolen. Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Matt Simpson at 519-824-1212, ext. 7318, 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.

Less than an hour later, two males entered the same store and made their way to the warehouse section where they began placing high-end products on a cart. They left out a rear door with 44 bottles of scotch and cognac.

They were described as:

  1. Brown male with a beard, wearing a green jacket, grey sweatpants, checkered scarf and black and white shoes
  2. Brown male wearing a black jacket, black pants, black winter hat and white shoes

It is not known if the incidents are related. Anyone with information about the second incident is asked to call Constable Jonathan Schleen at 519-824-1212, ext. 7570, 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 – 235

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Chapleau OPP Police Press Releases

Jordan SMITH Was Arrested

(CHAPLEAU, ON) – On January 17, 2025, at approximately 5:00 a.m., the Chapleau Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an abandoned stolen vehicle on Lafreniere Road, in Chapleau Township. While responding to the call, officers were alerted of a second stolen vehicle   in the same area.

The officers located the second stolen vehicle a short distance away with the suspect in the driver’s seat. 

As a result of the investigation, Jordan SMITH, 35-years-old from Kingston, was arrested and charged with:

·        Possession property obtained by crime over $5,000

·        Theft over $5,000 of a motor vehicle

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Possession property obtained by crime under $5,000

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  in Chapleau on February 12, 2025.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

3 Arrested At Traffic Stop – Details Released

(ESPANOLA, ON) – Three people are facing charges after a traffic stop on Highway 6 in Espanola.

On January 20, 2025, at approximately 5:45 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol on Highway 6 in the Town of Espanola, when they were alerted to a stolen license plate by the Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) system. A traffic stop was initiated, and the three occupants of the vehicle were arrested.

Additionally, police seized approximately 9g of suspected cocaine, with an estimated street value of $900, approximately .20g of suspected fentanyl, with an estimated street value of $60, approximately $5,000 of Canadian currency, an axe and a knife.

As a result, the driver, Adrian ABEL, 51-years-old from Sudbury, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Possession of property obtained by Crime under $5,000
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available
  • Drive – no insurance

The passenger, Timothy THERRIEN, 52-years-old from Dokis First Nation, was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking

The second passenger, Josephine CORBIERE, 48-years-old from M’Chigeeng First Nation, was charged with:

  • Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Personation with intent to avoid arrest, prosecution or obstruct justice

The three accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on March 10, 2025.

All OPP patrol vehicles are equipped with ALPR technology. ALPR has proven to be an effective way to increase the efficiency of discovering and conducting investigations related to both traffic and criminal offences. It does so by detecting licence plates that are linked to occurrences such as wanted or missing persons, stolen vehicles, stolen and unattached plates, suspended/prohibited drivers, vehicles associated with AMBER Alerts and other serious occurrences.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Abraham PETITHOMME Facing Numerous Charges

(SUDBURY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged two people for drug related offence, after stopping a vehicle for stunt driving.

On January 19, 2025, shortly after 11:00 p.m., the Sudbury Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (T.I.M.E.) Team of the OPP, conducted a traffic stop on Highway 69, Sudbury.

The vehicle was travelling 50 kilometres an hour, greater than the posted speed limit. The driver was arrested for stunt driving and found to be a suspended driver.

Police seized cellular phones, credit cards, Canadian currency and drugs suspected to cannabis and a brick of cocaine with an estimated street value of $100,000.

As a result of the investigation, Abraham PETITHOMME, 24-years-of age, from Toronto was charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of an identity document
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Possess – credit card data

The passenger of the vehicle, Joel DAVIS, 18-years-of-age, from Toronto was also arrested and charged with possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine.

Both accused were held for Bail Court, then remanded back into custody and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on January 22, 2025, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 30-day Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for 14 days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Trent Hills

Kenneth MACKAY Was Arrested

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) -On Friday January 17, 2025, a member from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a prohibited driver while investigating an abandoned vehicle.

At approximately 10:10 am, police were notified of an abandoned vehicle in the ditch at a driveway on 9th Line West. While at scene the investigating officer received information that the white van in the ditch was registered to an individual who was a prohibited driver out of Hastings. While on route to the owner’s residence the officer was alerted by the in-car Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) for a suspended driver on grey passenger vehicle travelling in the opposite direction. Upon further investigation the grey vehicle was registered to the same owner of the abandoned van. The officer conducted a traffic stop and confirmed the driver to be the same owner of the white van in the ditch.

As a result of the investigation Kenneth MACKAY (age 63) from Hastings Ontario, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with 2 counts of Operation While Prohibited.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg on a date in February 2025. Both of the accused vehicles were towed and impounded for 45 days.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

Jamie DEBASSIGE Was Arrested Following Collision

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person is facing charges following a single vehicle collision.

On January 20, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call for a single motor vehicle collision (MVC) on Highway 551 in M’Chigeeng First Nation. Through further investigation, police determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance, and an arrest was made.

The driver of the vehicle was transported to a local hospital by Manitoulin-Sudbury Paramedic Services as a precaution.

As a result, the driver, Jamie DEBASSIGE, 33-years-old from M’Chigeeng First Nation was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration
  • Fabricating evidence
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

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

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce

Snowmobile Collision: 21 Year Old Sustains Serious Injuries

(SOUTH BRUCE, ON) – On January 18, 2025, at approximately 11:46 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a collision involving a snowmobile along Concession 8, Municipality of South Bruce.

Members of the South Bruce OPP attended the area with Paramedic Services and located a single snowmobile involved, a short distance off the roadway.

A 21-year-old female operator sustained serious injuries and was transported to a London area trauma centre.

The cause of the collision remains under investigation by the South Bruce OPP.

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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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

ADAMS – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation following a traffic stop on Highway 10.

On January 18, 2025, just after 2:00 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Highway 10 and Forks of the Credit Road in the Town of Caledon conducted a traffic stop for a Highway Traffic Act violation. During the interaction, the officer formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested. 

As a result of the investigation, Kevin ADAMS, 55, of Georgetown, was charged with:

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

• Speeding

• Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on February 6, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Kerry Lynn ASSIN Arrested Again

(KENORA, ON) – Members of the Kenora Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an individual which resulted in the seizure of 26.26g suspected fentanyl. The seized drugs had a street value of approximately $18,000.

On Monday, January 20th, 2025 Kenora OPP attended an address for a report of an unwanted individual. Police attended, arrested the individual, and seized 26.26g of suspected fentanyl, cash, weapons, and cell phones.

As a result of this investigation, Kerry Lynn ASSIN, 28-years-old of Kenora, ON has been arrested and charged with the following offences:

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid

·      Personation with intent to avoid arrest, prosecution or obstruct justice

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000

·      Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Failure to comply with release order

The accused is being held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on the 21st of January, 2025.

Members of the 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 any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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North Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases

Spousal Assault – 45 Year Old Arrested #WaitInTheTruck

(NORTH MIDDLESEX, ON) – Domestic assault investigation in North Middlesex, results in charge.

On January 16, 2025, at 6:06 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to an address in North Middlesex, for the report of a disturbance.

As a result, a 45-year-old of Middlesex County, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Assault – Spousal

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date to speak to the charges.

Victims of domestic violence are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Middlesex-London.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.  

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OPP Police Press Releases Sundridge

33 Year Old Arrested For Drunk Driving

(SUNDRIDGE, ON) – Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) leads to a driver being charged with impaired driving.

On January 12, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., the Almaguin Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting R.I.D.E. at the intersection of Tower Road and High Street in the Town of Sundridge, when a vehicle was stopped. Officers detected an odour of an alcoholic beverage. Further testing resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, Calvin Jeffery, 33-years-old from Sundridge, was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS) and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sundridge on February 20, 2025.

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South Simcoe Police Service

SSPS Daily Update 20Jan205

 (Bradford, ON) – On Sunday, January 19, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., South Simcoe Police responded to a report of a robbery at a business in the area of Holland Street in Bradford West Gwillimbury. Through the investigation, South Simcoe Police officers determined that a male suspect attended the store and produced a black folding knife. The male threatened the store employee and made a demand for money. The employee refused and the suspect eventually fled the store with stolen goods. The store employee was not harmed and did not report any injuries. South Simcoe Police officers along with canine located the suspect a short distance away. As a result of the investigation, a 38-year-old-male from Bradford West Gwillimbury was arrested and charged with:

  • Robbery
  • Fail to Comply with Undertaking
  • Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
  • Carry Concealed Weapon
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000
  • Disguise with Intent

The accused was held for bail hearing.

SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE ARREST AND CHARGE A MALE DRIVER FROM CAMBRIDGE WITH IMPAIRED DRIVING

(Innisfil, ON) – On January 19, 2025, at approximately 5:20 p.m., South Simcoe Police officers responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch on the 6th Line in the Town of Innisfil. Police arrived on scene and observed a male walking into the ditch towards the vehicle. As part of the investigation, South Simcoe Police officers spoke with the male and determined he was the driver of the vehicle. After further investigation, two breath samples were provided, indicating he had more than the legal limit of alcohol in his system. As a result, a 25-year-old-male from Cambridge, Ontario was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused was released with a future court date.

Impaired driving is a crime in progress. The South Simcoe Police Service would like to remind drivers to ALWAYS drive sober to ensure you arrive alive and protect the lives of other motorists and pedestrians. Road safety is a shared responsibility, and it depends on the decisions you make. If you spot a suspected impaired driver, call 911 immediately.

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Belleville Police Service Police Press Releases

Belleville Police Daily Update 20Jan2025

Domestic assault

On 18 January, 2025, at 8:30pm, Belleville Police received a 911 call. Police were not able to speak to anyone, but could hear a female in distress. Through investigation, police were able to contact the female and began a domestic assault investigation. Police learned the female’s ex-husband had located her and assaulted her. The male had previously been charged with domestic assault on the female and released by the courts with conditions not to communicate or be in the area of the female. The investigation is continuing, and police will be looking to arrest the male suspect.

Domestic assault

On 18 January, 2025, at 9:40pm, Belleville Police began an investigation into a domestic situation at a Thurlow address. Police learned that a female had been assaulted and was not being allowed to leave the residence. Further information was received that the male had access to firearms and has brandished and fired a firearm in a previous incident. Police attended the area and located the male outside the residence. Officers placed the male under arrest after a brief struggle. Additional officers assisted in arresting and controlling the male who was believed to be under the influence of drugs at the time. A 41-year-old Belleville man is charged with domestic assault, utter threats, resist arrest, and careless discharge of a firearm. The male was held in custody for a bail hearing on 19 January, 2025. In the evening of 19 January, Belleville Police executed a search warrant on a trailer belonging to the male, and a sawed-ff shotgun and several air soft guns were located. The investigation is continuing, and further charges are expected. The name of the accused is not being released to protect the identity of the victim.

Impaired driver

On 19 January, 2025, at 3:00am, an officer on patrol observed a vehicle on North Front Street being operated in an erratic manner. A vehicle stop was conducted and an investigation began as to the sobriety of the driver. The female driver exhibited severe signs of impairment and was arrested for impaired operation of a motor vehicle. An open bottle of liquor was located in the vehicle and the driver was found to be unlicensed. The driver provided breath samples two and a half times over the legal limit. The driver was charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle, operation with over 80 milligrams, driving with an open container of liquor, and drive a motor vehicle with no license. Alexandra UFKES, 31, of Deseronto was released on an undertaking with a court date on 27 February, 2025