Author: admin

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – At approximately 9:15 p.m. on January 18, 2020, Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a disturbance on St. Andrew Street East in the Town of Fergus. It was reported that a person was out of control at a restaurant, yelling at staff and causing a disturbance.

OPP attended and located the suspect near the restaurant who appeared to be intoxicated. Officers were arresting the suspect for public intoxication when they became combative and head-butted the officer. Search incident to arrest revealed a large quantity of cannabis on the suspect.

As a result of the investigation, Mark Daniel BOYS, 31-years-old of Fergus, was charged with Assault a Peace Officer, Possession of over 30 grams of Dried Cannabis and Being Intoxicated in a Public Place. The accused is scheduled to appear on February 18, 2020, at the Ontario court of justice – Guelph.

Any person with information regarding this incident should contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

(TOWNSHIP OF PUSLINCH, ON) – On January 18, 2020, at approximately 1:35 a.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting R.I.D.E. spot checks on Brock Road south near Cockburn Street in Puslinch Township. Officers investigated the driver of a sedan that entered into the checkpoint.

During the course of the investigation, officers formed the opinion that the driver had consumed alcohol. A Roadside Screening Test was conducted which resulted in a fail. The driver was arrested and brought to a local OPP operations centre for further testing.

Tara Lynn SOMERVILLE, 37-years-old of Nichol Township has been charged with Impaired Operation – 80 Plus (mg of alcohol per 100 mL of blood) contrary to the Criminal Code. A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph on February 21, 2020.

If you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired, either by drug or alcohol, call police at 911 to report it.

(CULROSS TWP, ON) – On January 17, 2020 at 5:26 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a single vehicle crash along Concession 8 in Culross Township. Officers arrived to find that a pick-up truck had left the road way and struck a hydro pole before coming to rest in the ditch. The driver was found to have been drinking alcohol.

Heather THOMPSON, 51-years-old, of Culross Township has been charged with Operate over 80 milligrams. She is scheduled to appear in court on February 5, 2020 to answer to the charge.

There were no injuries reported at the scene.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police 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.

(DESERONTO, ON) – The Lennox & Addington (L&A) County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently investigating an incident in Deseronto, Ontario involving the use of a firearm during a home-invasion attempt.

Just before 9:00 p.m. a 911 call was made by a resident of an apartment on Mill Street in Deseronto. The caller reported that an unknown masked person had just attempted to gain entry into the apartment. When entry was refused the suspect discharged a firearm at the door before fleeing.

Members of the L&A detachment and the Tyendinaga Police Service immediately converged on the area. A canine track was conducted with the assistance of the OPP’s Tactics and Rescue (TRU) team but the suspect was not located.

The suspect is described as:

Roughly 5’9;

Larger build;

Wearing cargo pants, a white hoodie with a black design; and

A black mask with a white skull design on the front.

The investigation continues led by the L&A County detachment Crime Unit. Further details of the incident will be released as the investigation continues but there is no further information available for release at this time. The OPP asks that you continue to monitor the OPP News Portal or @OPP_ER on Twitter for any updates.

Police ask anyone with information about this incident please contact the L&A County detachment at: 1-888-310-1122.

(KINCARDINE, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has completed a motor vehicle collision investigation that was first reported to police on October 24, 2019.

On October 24, 2019 at 4:12 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received a report of a single vehicle collision involving a fire truck along Bruce Avenue in Kincardine. Officers arrived to find that the fire truck had left the roadway and rolled onto its side before coming to rest in the ditch. A passenger of the truck was taken to hospital, by ambulance, for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.

As a result of the police investigation, 2 charges have been laid under the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario.

Michael MOORE, 54-years-old, of Kincardine has been charged with Careless Driving.

Mark STOPFORD, 33-years-old, of Kincardine has been charged with Fail to Properly Wear a Seatbelt.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police 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.

(GREY HIGHLANDS, ON) – On January 9, 2020 at 7:14 a.m. Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a fully engulfed house fire at Artemesia-Euphrasia Townline, east of Grey Road 13, Grey Highlands. At the scene OPP officers were able to account for two of the three occupants living in the home.

Grey Highlands Fire Department and Grey County Paramedics attended the scene. One of the two occupants, at the scene, was transported to hospital by an ambulance with serious injuries. A third occupant of residence is unaccounted for at this time.

-Update #1-

On January 10, 2020 Grey Bruce OPP, along with OPP Forensic Identification Services, Grey Highlands Fire Department and Ontario Fire Marshal, returned to the scene of the structure fire and continued the fire investigation.

After a search of the burned residence, remains have been located. Ontario Coroner’s Office is now involved in the investigation. Grey Bruce OPP are waiting to after a post mortem examination before providing any identification.

-Update #2-

On January 15, 2020 the fire scene was released by the Ontario Fire Marshal. Following a post mortem examination of the remains found within the burned out structure, they have been identified as human remains. Grey Bruce OPP continue to work with the Coroner to identify the human remains. The death is not considered suspicious.

Anyone with information that can assist Grey Bruce OPP with 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 $2,000.

(TOWNSHIP OF PUSLINCH, ON) – At approximately 6:00 a.m. January 15, 2020, Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a stolen vehicle being tracked in the area of Concession 11, near Wellington Road 34, Puslinch. A white pick-up truck, stolen from the County of Haldimand, was being monitored by global positioning satellites and was suspected to be entering a horse track compound in the area.

The vehicle was located at the compound with a trailer attached to it that was loaded with a mini excavator and a skid steer. The suspect was standing next to the vehicle and when officers approached, the suspect re-entered the vehicle and attempted to flee. When the suspect became cornered they reversed the trailer into a cruiser causing significant damages. Officers were able to gain physical control of the suspect and remove them from the vehicle. Search incident to arrest uncovered a quantity of methamphetamine and stolen property including electronics and car rims. The trailer and excavating equipment were also confirmed to be stolen.

As a result of the investigation, Ryan Neal ELLERKER, 41-years-old of Haldimand, has been charged with Assault Peace Officer with a Weapon, Resist Arrest, Possession of Methamphetamine, four counts of Possession of Stolen Property over $5000, three counts of Possession of Stolen Property under $5000 and Suspended Driving. The accused was held for bail.

A number of items recovered have not been returned to the rightful owner. Any person with information regarding this incident should contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – On January 15, 2020 at approximately 10:30 a.m. members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a public disturbance on the Main Street in Palmerston. It was reported that a person was kicking the side of a vehicle that was parked in front of a restaurant and creating a traffic hazard.

Investigation revealed that the suspect entered the restaurant and took keys from the table of a couple known to them and ran back outside. The owner of the vehicle blocked the driver’s door in an effort to prevent the vehicle from being stolen. The suspect proceeded to kick the side of the car creating three large dents. Further investigation revealed that the suspect was involved in an incident that occurred earlier that morning where the same victim’s purse was stolen.

Calesha Lynn LEE, 28-years-old of Minto has been charged with Mischief Over $5000 and Theft Under $5000 contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused was held for a Bail Hearing due to failure to sign release documents.

(PERTH EAST, ON) – During the day on January 15th 2020, unknown suspects entered a business on Line 86 near Dorking and stole an undisclosed amount of cash. No one was at the business when the theft occurred.

Residents are reminded to lock their doors to their buildings and homes when not present, as well as to secure their vehicles when not in use.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 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 http://hc-cs.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

(PERTH EAST, ON) – On the evening of January 14th, 2020, unknown suspects stole a white Ford F150 truck from a rural residence located on Line 47 north of Gads Hill.

The keys to the unlocked truck were left in the vehicle along with the owner’s wallet. A banking card belonging to the owner was used in London in the early morning hours. The truck was located later that day abandoned in Tavistock.

Police would like to remind owners to remove valuables from their vehicles and ensure it is locked when not in use. Never leave your keys in your vehicle.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 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 http://hc-cs.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

(RIPLEY, ON) – On January 13, 2020, members of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the OPP Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU) executed a Search Warrant at a property along McGill Street in Ripley.

Police recovered a stolen vehicle at the scene, valued at $6,000.

Kurtis MACDONALD, 27-years-old, of Kincardine was charged with:

Possess Property Obtained by Crime

Fail to comply with recognizance

4 counts of Breach Probation

He is scheduled to appear in court on February 5, 2020 to answer to the charges.

Angela DRUMMOND, 57-years-old, of Huron-Kinloss Township was charged with:

Possess Property Obtained by Crime

Fail to comply with recognizance

She is scheduled to appear in court on February 5, 2020 to answer to the charges.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police 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.

(MEAFORD, ON) – On January 10, 2019 at 7:47 p.m. the owner of (white) car parked their vehicle in the parking lot of Dairy Queen at Sykes Street North, Meaford. After a short time inside they were alerted that there vehicle was sitting in the middle of the eastbound lane of Sykes Street North.

Grey Bruce OPP were dispatched to the location and began a collision investigation after observing damage to (white) car. Video evidence from a neighbouring business shows a (blue) truck backing into the car and rolling it into the roadway from its parked position.

OPP is asking for the public’s assistance with identifying the owner of the involved truck, (blue) Ford F150 extended cab or a vehicle similar to it.

Anyone with information that can assist Grey Bruce OPP with 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 $2,000.

(TOWNSHIP OF MAPLETON, ON) – On December 26, 2019, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer was monitoring traffic on Peel Street East in the Hamlet of Alma. The officer observed a red sedan travelling above the posted 50 km/h speed limit. The vehicle was locked on radar in excess of 115 km/h.

As a result, Hugh David NEVIN, 18-years-old of Kitchener, has been charged with Racing a Motor Vehicle contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. The defendant is scheduled to appear in Guelph at the Ontario Court of Justice – Provincial Offences Court on March 18, 2020. Their vehicle and driver’s licence were seized for a period of seven days as per statute.

(TOWNSHIP OF PUSLINCH, ON) – On December 21, 2019, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer was investigating a collision on Highway 6 near Maltby Road. The officer observed a grey sport utility vehicle approaching the collision scene travelling above the posted 80 km/h speed limit. The vehicle was locked on radar in excess of 130 km/h.

As a result, Jeremy Matchelle EDWARDS, 23-years-old of Kitchener, has been charged with Racing a Motor Vehicle contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. The defendant is scheduled to appear in Guelph at the Ontario Court of Justice – Provincial Offences Court on March 4, 2020. Their vehicle and driver’s licence were seized for a period of seven days as per statute.

(TOWNSHIP OF WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) – On December 22, 2019, at approximately 11:00 p.m., a Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer was monitoring traffic on Wellington Road 16 near Highway 89. The officer observed a black pick-up truck travelling above the posted 80 km/h speed limit. The vehicle was locked on radar in excess of 135 km/h.

As a result, Elliot Matthew KAVANAGH, 34-years-old of Dundalk, has been charged with Racing a Motor Vehicle contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. The defendant is scheduled to appear in Guelph at the Ontario Court of Justice – Provincial Offences Court on March 4, 2020. Their vehicle and driver’s licence were seized for a period of seven days as per statute.