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Cramahe OPP Police Press Releases

Attempted Murder – Serguei PETROV Wanted By Police

(TOWNSHIP OF CRAMAHE, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating an attempted murder in the Township of Cramahe.

On November 13, 2024, shortly after 1:00 p.m., the Northumberland OPP were called to a residence on Mitchell Road in relation to a dropped 9-1-1 call. One person was transported to the hospital with serious injuries.

As a result, one individual was arrested and charged.

Police are continuing the search for an additional individual in connection to this incident. Serguei PETROV, a 41-year-old from Ottawa, is wanted for aggravated assault and pointing a firearm. He is described as 185 cm (6’1″), 75 kgs (165 lbs), with brown hair and hazel eyes. He is known to frequent Northumberland County and Ottawa.

Investigators believe this is an isolated incident and there is no threat to public safety.

The Northumberland OPP Crime Unit is continuing the investigation under the direction of the Criminal Investigation Branch with assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services, Emergency Response Team, Tactics and Rescue Unit, and Canine Unit.

Anyone with any information regarding the whereabouts of Serguei PETROV is urged to not approach and contact the Northumberland OPP immediately at 1-888-310-1122.

Reference Number: E241513773

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Brighton OPP Police Press Releases

Ryan POCKNELL Arrested For Assault

(MUNICIPALITY OF BRIGHTON, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested an individual following a report of an assault.

On July 15, 2024, police received a complaint regarding an assault that took place the previous evening at a location on Alice Street. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) also attended at the same time as officers and the victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, officers arrested an individual on November 21, 2024. 

Ryan POCKNELL, 38-years-old, from Trenton, has been charged with:

  • Assault causing bodily harm.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

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

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

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Bonfield

Dog Kills 81 Year Old

(BONFIELD, ON) – The North Bay Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a sudden death of an individual following a reported dog attack in Bonfield.

On November 18, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m., the North Bay OPP, along with North Bay Emergency Medical Services (EMS), responded to a 911 call reporting one person had been fatally injured in a dog attack at a residence on James Street in Bonfield. 

An 81-year-old individual from Bonfield was pronounced deceased at the scene. The OPP Forensic Identification Services (FIS) and North Bay Detachment Crime Unit provided investigative support.

The investigation is now being led by the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario in collaboration with the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit is also assisting with the investigation. A post-mortem examination was conducted on November 20, 2024, in Sudbury.

At this time, no foul play is suspected, and there are no criminal charges being laid.

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Arran-Elderslie OPP Police Press Releases

Brittany CONRAD – Drunk Driving

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) – On November 21, 2024, at approximately 8:41 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a motor vehicle collision along Bruce Road 3, Municipality of Arran-Elderslie.

On arrival, officers located a single vehicle in the ditch. The investigating officer detected signs of impairment from the driver. The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the South Bruce OPP detachment for further testing.

Brittany CONRAD, 32-years-old, of Hanover was charged with:

  • Impaired Operation (80 plus), CC 320.14(1)(b)
  • Dangerous Operation, CC 320.13(1)

The accused is set to appear in the Walkerton Court of Justice on January 8, 2025.

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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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Aaron MITRO – Sexual Assault, Etc.

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in connection with an ongoing historical sexual assault investigation.

At approximately 8:35 a.m. on Thursday, November 21, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment began investigating a report of a sexual assault that took place between 2016 and 2019 at a Norfolk County address.

As a result, one individual was taken into custody without incident.

46-year-old Aaron MITRO of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Sexual assault,
  • Sexual interference,
  • Invitation to sexual touching under 16 years of age.

The accused has been held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Friday, November 22, 2024.

The Norfolk County OPP Crime Unit continues to investigate, as investigators believe there may be additional victims. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Norfolk County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous online tip at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Parry Sound Police Press Releases

Barrett WARDER – Impaired Driving

(PARRY SOUND, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person with impaired driving.

On November 15, 2024, at approximately 12:00 a.m. the West Parry Sound OPP were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E) check on Parry Sound Drive in the Town of Parry Sound. As a vehicle approached, and officers began an impaired driving investigation the driver fled the scene. Officers were able to identify, locate and arrested the driver.

Barrett WARDER, 38 years-of-age of Parry Sound Ontario was charged with:

  • Flight from a peace officer
  • Operation while impaired
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Obstruct peace officer
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on December 19, 2024. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS).

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North Perth OPP Police Press Releases

Police Ask Public To Avoid Downtown Listowel

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – In the early morning of November 23, 2024, the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a disturbance in Listowel. The public will see increased police presence in downtown Listowel.

Residents in the area are asked to avoid the area for this active investigation.

There is no threat to public safety.

The investigation is in its early stages. Updates will be shared when they become available.

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Alerts Breaking News North Huron OPP WFP

Rising Tensions in North Huron: Wingham Resident Arrested Following Confrontation At Town Hall #Heroes #TakeBackOurCountry

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating an incident that took place on Josephine Street in the Town of Wingham, Township of North Huron on Thursday November 21, 2024.  

On November 21, 2024, at approximately 9:30 a.m., a Wingham resident attended the North Huron Township Municipal office and interacted with staff.

Just after 10:00 a.m., police were contacted to investigate threats that were made by the individual. Investigators were able to identify and locate the suspect who was arrested just after 12:30 p.m.

Gregory LYNNE, 41 years of age of North Huron has been charged with:

–      Uttering Threats to Cause Bodily Harm or Death,

–      Criminal Harassment.

The accused has been held in custody for a bail hearing appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

Any person with information regarding this incident or any other incident is asked to contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a web tip at “P3tips.com” where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Brandon David HAMILTON Was Arrested Again

(MIDLAND,ON) – A series of vehicle entries followed by the unlawful use of stolen credit cards has resulted in numerous charges after a number of recent investigations by the OPP for a Midland resident.

Several members of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment responded to calls from victims calling the OPP Communication Centre reporting unlawful vehicle entries followed by the unlawful use of credit cards removed from those entered vehicles. These occurrences were reported between November 12-20, 2024 ranging from locations on Fuller Avenue, Manly Street, Hugel Avenue, Bay Street, and Ellen Street all in the Town of Midland.

Through investigation of surveillance systems at numerous retail locations investigators have charged Brandon David HAMILTON 28 years of no fixed address Midland with the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada.

  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order (nine counts)
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada (four counts)
  • Use of Credit Card (four counts)

The accused was arrested on December 20, 2024 and has been released after a bail hearing to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on December 19, 2024.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Cheyanne KOCIELSKI – Theft & Assault

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment responded to a theft report from a Beverly Street West business in the County of Brant.

Employees contacted police and provided information on a theft suspect who removed a quantity of merchandise without paying.

On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, as a result of the investigation, police have charged Cheyanne KOCIELSKI, 36 years-old from the City of Brantford with the following offences:

·      Theft Under $5000 – Shoplifting

·      Resist Peace Officer

·      Assault a Peace Officer

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford on December 19, 2024.

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Alerts Goderich OPP Police Press Releases

Goderich Pervert Alert – Cole WHEELER Arrested For Luring Children & Sexual Assault

(GODERICH, ON) – On October 25, 2024, Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation involving a series of victims in the Huron County area. This investigation has led to police laying multiple criminal charges against the accused in this matter.

Police have charged 21-year-old, Cole WHEELER, of Goderich with the following offences:

  • Sexual Assault (12 counts),
  • Invitation to Sexual Touching (two counts),
  • Sexual Interference (two counts),
  • Assault,
  • Forcible Confinement,
  • Unlawfully in a Dwelling House,
  • Luring a Child Under 18.

The accused is currently in custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Goderich Ontario at a later date.

Investigators believe that there may be additional victims and any person with information regarding this ongoing investigation is asked to contact the Huron County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a web tip at “P3tips.com” where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Justin HUNT Was Arrested

(PEMBROKE, ON) – Members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual after an investigation into false 9-1-1 calls to police.  

As a result of the investigation, on November 19, 2024, UOV OPP arrested and charged Justin HUNT, age 29 of Pembroke, with public mischief contrary to the Criminal Code (CC). 

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on December 16, 2024. 

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Mono OPP Police Press Releases

Marvin SEYMOUR – Drunk Driving

(MONO, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Toronto resident with impaired operation-related offences following a traffic stop.

On November 20, 2024, at approximately 9:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting general patrol when they observed a traffic violation. The officer initiated a traffic stop, which led to an impaired driving investigation.

Marvin SEYMOUR, a 48-year-old male, from Toronto has been charged with:

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

•      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

•      Obstruct plate

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

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Alliston OPP Police Press Releases

Rajveer SINGH in an 80

(ALLISTON, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers have charged a driver for stunt driving this morning.

On November 21, 2024, shortly before 10:30 a.m. an Officer from the Nottawasaga Detachment was conducting speed enforcement on Highway 89 in the Town of New Tecumseth.

The subject vehicle was travelling at a high rate of speed recorded at 154km/h in an 80km/h zone. The vehicle was stopped, as a result of the investigation officers charged the driver for stunt driving. Rajveer SINGH 20-years-old from Barrie was charged with the following:

–       Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt- excessive speed.

–       Speeding 50+km/h over limit

The driver received a 30-day licence suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for 14 days. 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.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Several Arrested In Drug Bust

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On November 20, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a Controlled Dugs and Substances Act (CDSA) warrant at a residence on Tokyo Crescent in Elliot Lake.

As a result of the warrant being executed, approximately 250 grams of suspected cocaine, almost 9 grams of suspected Fentanyl, approximately 10 Methamphetamine tablets, a loaded sawed-off shotgun, over $1600 in cash, digital scales, packaging materials, and numerous cell phones were seized. 

The OPP’s Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), Emergency Response Team (ERT), Canine Unit, and uniform members were involved with the investigation.         

Michael MCNEELANDS, 42-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid

·      Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

·      Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of weapon

Krystal ROL, 35-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid

·      Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

·      Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of weapon

·      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

Donna FOURNIER, 41-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – opioid
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine

The accused persons are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on January 11, 2025.

Orlando SAMUELS, 41-years-old, of Mississauga was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid

·      Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

·      Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of weapon

·      Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

·      Failure to comply with undertaking

This accused was held in custody and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on November 21, 2024.

Jade CYR, 26-years-old, of Elliot Lake had outstanding warrants for her arrest in relation to previous occurrences in East Algoma and Espanola. She was subsequently arrested and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on January 11, 2025.