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Alexandra NOLAN – Drunk Driving

(FENWICK TOWNSHIP, ON)- On May 8, 2024, shortly after 12:00 a.m., the Sault Ste Marie Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Sault Ste Marie Paramedic Services and Goulais Fire Department responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 17 and Anglican Church Road in Fenwick Township.   

Investigation determined the grey car failed to negotiate a right-hand-turn, went through a wooden guardrail, landing on the wheels of a steep embankment. The driver and passenger of the car did not suffer any life-threatening injuries.

While speaking to the driver police determined the driver had consumed alcohol and as a result, Alexandra NOLAN, 19 years-of-age from Garden River First Nation was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sault Ste Marie on June 10, 2024.

The car was towed and impounded for seven days with the driver being issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Armand BREAULT – Drunk Driving

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – A driver was charged with impaired driving after police conducted a traffic stop.

On May 7, 2024, shortly after 11:00 p.m., members from the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop with a vehicle on Levesque Street, West Nipissing.

The driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Armand BREAULT, 89 years-of-age, from West Nipissing, was charged with, operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) and operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

The accused was release and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on June 6, 2024, in North Bay.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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Mississippi Mills OPP Police Press Releases

Jeffrey MCCURDY – Drunk Driving

(MISSISSIPPI MILLS, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Renfrew resident with impaired driving.

An officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in Pakenham shortly before 10:30 p.m. on May 6, 2024. An approved alcohol screening device was utilized, and the driver was then arrested and transported to the detachment in Carleton Place for additional testing.

As a result of the investigation, Jeffrey MCCURDY, age 58, has been charged with operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on June 3, 2024.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension) and vehicle has been impounded for seven days.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

Assault In Kincardine

(KINCARDINE, ON) – One person is charged following an alleged assault in Kincardine.

On May 6, 2024, at 5:49 p.m., members of the South Bruce detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of an altercation between two individuals at an address on Highway 21, Kincardine Township. 

Police have charged a 26-year-old individual from Sarnia with Assault.

The accused has been released from custody and scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Walkerton on June 12, 2024.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario by calling 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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OPP Police Press Releases Seaforth WFP

Fatal Collision In Seaforth

(SEAFORTH, ON) – A serious collision on Sparling Street Seaforth has resulted in the death of one person.

On May 8, 2024, at 10:27 a.m., the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Huron East Fire Department, and Paramedic Services responded to a report of a serious collision involving a motor vehicle on Sparling Street, Seaforth.

A 74-year-old individual from Seaforth was transported to hospital and pronounced deceased.

The OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) team assisted with the investigation.

Sparling Street between John Street and Market Street has since reopened at 1:05pm.

The Huron 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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Owen Sound Police Police Press Releases

Drunk Driver Hits Pedestrian

On Wednesday May 8th, 2024, at 3:40 p.m., the Owen Sound Police Service responded to a collision near 4th Avenue West and 16th Street West in Owen Sound.  It was reported that a pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle that then fled the scene.

Emergency Services attended, including Grey County Paramedics, who transported the 14 year old pedestrian to Brightshores Health System for treatment of injuries. 

Police investigation led Officers to a West side residential area where the involved driver and vehicle were located.   The 47 year old female driver was found to be impaired by alcohol and arrested by Police. 

After providing samples of her breath into an approved Intoxilyzer instrument, the results showed that the blood alcohol levels of the driver were more than 3 times the legal limit.  The accused woman from Owen Sound has been charged with Operation while Impaired, Operating with Over 80mg of Alcohol, Dangerous Driving Causing Bodily Harm and Failing to Stop After Accident contrary to the Criminal Code.  The accused is to appear in court to answer to the charges on May, 23rd, 2024, in Owen Sound.

If any witnesses have available dash camera footage, please contact the investigating officer, Cst. Reid, at [email protected]. 

This incident is one of many recent serious vehicle collisions in the Owen Sound and Grey Bruce areas.  As the warmer weather approaches Police are reminding citizens to please slow down, be attentive and do not drink/drug and drive. 

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

Chatham -Kent Police Daily Update 08May2024

Chatham-Kent Police

Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 141 calls for service in the last 24 hours. Ten people were arrested and seven were on outstanding warrants.

Woman Arrested for Aggravated Assault CK24020459

At 3:05 p.m., police responded to Reaume Avenue in Wallaceburg for a weapons investigation.

Upon arrival officers located a woman with serious puncture injuries. Officers learned an altercation occurred between two women resulting in one woman assaulting the other with a knife. The injured woman was transported to the hospital for medical attention.

The 26-year-old Wallaceburg woman was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where she was held pending a bail hearing. She is currently facing the following charges: aggravated assault and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

Woman Arrested for Public Intoxication CK24020526

On May 8, 2024, at 12:35 a.m., police responded to Front Line in Blenheim for a family dispute.

Officer attended the address and located a woman highly intoxicated and causing a disturbance.

The 34-year-old Harwich Township woman was arrested and transported to police headquarters where she was held until sober.

Man Arrested for Impaired Driving CK24020535

On May 8, 2024, at 3:11 a.m., police responded to Gladstone Avenue in Chatham to investigate suspicious activity. Information was received a car was idling at an intersection for an extended period of time.

Officers located the vehicle and believed the driver to be under the influence of alcohol. The man refused to cooperate with a roadside breath test. Officers also learned he did not possess a valid driver’s license.

The 30-year-old Chatham man was arrested and released with a future court date. He was charged with impaired driving and refusal. He was also issued a Part III summons for driving with a suspended drivers license. His vehicle was towed from the scene.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

$1.4 Million Fraud – One Arrested

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police Service has arrested and charged a male in connection to a large-scale investment fraud investigation.

In March 2023, investigators from WRPS’ General Investigations Unit – Commercial Fraud began an investigation into an ongoing investment fraud.

Throughout the 14-month-long investigation, WRPS investigators collaborated with other agencies, including the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC), and identified 23 victims from across Ontario who sustained losses of over $1.4 million.

On May 7, 2024, as a result of the investigation, police arrested and charged David Villanueva, a 62-year-old Guelph male, with:

  • Fraud Over $5,000
  • Make False Statement in Writing
  • Laundering Proceeds of Crime

The accused was held in police custody for a bail hearing.

Police believe there may be other victims and are asking anyone with information to contact police by calling 519-570-9777, extension 6420.

When making decisions regarding investing, Waterloo Regional Police Service encourages members of the public to consider the following to help prevent becoming a victim of fraud:

  • Be cautious of higher than normal returns on investments.
  • Research any investment opportunity you are considering, as well as the company or person you are dealing with.
  • Keep detailed records.
  • Check the legitimacy of the investment through regulatory sites.

For more information about fraud prevention, please visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at https://wrps.info/3TvkAuG.

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Guelph Police Daily Update 08May2024

A Guelph man faces numerous charges after a woman reported being repeatedly assaulted and forcibly confined.

The Guelph Police Service began an investigation in late April. An adult female reported being assaulted and prevented from leaving a motel room and two different apartment units for days at a time.

The same male was also under investigation for assaulting another woman outside a downtown apartment in mid-April.

A 55-year-old Guelph man was located early Wednesday and arrested. He is charged with three counts each of assault and forcible confinement, assault with a weapon, two counts of breaching probation and theft. He was held for a bail hearing Wednesday.

Be cautious during online chats

The Guelph Police Service is reminding the public to be cautious when chatting with strangers online after a Guelph man was extorted Tuesday.

Just after 3 p.m. a 20-year-old male contacted police. He said he was chatting through an app with an unknown adult female who claimed to be in the Philippines. A short time later he received a video of himself masturbating and a demand to pay $4,000 or the video would be shared with others. No money was exchanged.

Residents are urged to use caution when communicating online with anyone not personally known to them. Do not provide personal information or intimate images, which can be saved and used in extortion scams. These interactions are nearly impossible for police to investigate so residents should take steps to prevent falling victim.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 257

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Police Press Releases West Grey Police

West Grey Police Weekly Update

On April 30, 2024 the West Grey Police Criminal Investigations Bureau entered into a historical sexual assault investigation.  On May 2, 2024 a 69 year old West Grey resident was arrested and charged with a number of sexual offences. He was released on conditions and will appear in court to speak to the charges.

On May 2, 2024 West Grey Police charged a 47 year old male failing to attend for the purposes of identification relating to previously laid charge and a arrest warrant has ben issued. On May 5, 2024 a 44 year old of no fixed address was arrested on a charge of failing to attend for the purposes of identification relating to previously laid charges.  He was fingerprinted and released with a future court date.

On April 27, 2024 West Grey Police attended a motor vehicle collision on Grey Rd 4.  Two people suffered minor injuries.  A Highway Traffic Act charge of failing to yield to traffic was laid against a 42 year from Owen Sound.

On April 26, 2024 a West Grey resident reported their vehicle had been taken for a test drive but had not been returned at the pre-arranged time and it was reported stolen. West Grey Police located the vehicle and a 38 year old male from Hanover was arrested and charged with theft over $5000.00, Mischief over $5000 and Operation a motor vehicle while impaired. The vehicle suffered significant damage and was towed from the scene.  The accused was released on conditions and will appear in court to answer to the charges.

On May 3, 2024 West Grey Police attended a motor vehicle collision at Bruce St N and George St W. No injuries were reported.  A 58 year old West Grey resident was charged under the Highway Traffic Act.

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Mississippi Mills

Jeffrey MCCURDY – Drunk Driving

(MISSISSIPPI MILLS, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Renfrew resident with impaired driving.

An officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in Pakenham shortly before 10:30 p.m. on May 6, 2024. An approved alcohol screening device was utilized, and the driver was then arrested and transported to the detachment in Carleton Place for additional testing.

As a result of the investigation, Jeffrey MCCURDY, age 58, has been charged with operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on June 3, 2024.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension) and vehicle has been impounded for seven days.

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Georgian Bluffs OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision Update: Hwy 21 Open

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – A collision involving a pedestrian on Highway 21 leaves one individual deceased.

On May 7, 2024, at approximately 9:50 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Grey County Paramedic Services and the Intertownship Fire Department responded to a report of a serious collision involving a vehicle and pedestrian.

One individual was pronounced deceased at the scene as a result of the collision.

The OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) team is on scene to assist with the investigation.

Highway 21 was closed between Grey Road 18 (Springmount) and Grey Road 3 in Georgian Bluffs for the investigation but has since reopened.

Updates will be provided as they become available.

The Grey 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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Police Press Releases WFP York Regional Police

Police Officer Gets Paid Vacation For Sexual Assault & Forcible Confinement

York Regional Police

A York Regional Police officer has been charged with three counts of Sexual Assault and one count of Forcible Confinement following an investigation by the York Regional Police Professional Standards Bureau.

The investigation began in March 2024 when York Regional Police investigators learned of allegations against the officer.

Detective Andrew BURFORD was suspended with pay beginning March 4, 2024, under the provisions of the Police Services Act, which was in effect at that time.

Detective BURFORD has been a member of York Regional Police since 2004.

In the interest of victim protection, no further information will be released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Professional Standards Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6676.

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

Chatham-Kent Police Daily Update 07May2024

Chatham-Kent Police

Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 154 calls for service in the last 24 hours. Four person was arrested and three on an outstanding warrant.

Youth Arrested for Bail Violations CK24020243

At 7:20 a.m., the male youth attended Chatham-Kent Police headquarters and turned himself in to the police.

The youth had been released by the court on April 29, 2024, with conditions prohibiting him from being outside his residence without his surety. The youth was alone and advised he was in violation of his bail conditions.

The 16-year-old Chatham youth was arrested and charged with failing to comply with a release order. He was held pending a bail hearing.

Man Arrested for Probation Violation CK24020263

At 12:14 p.m., police located the man on Wallace Street in Wallaceburg. Officers confirmed the man was wanted on a DNA warrant and a probation violation warrant.

The 32-year-old Wallaceburg man was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where he was released with conditions and a future court date of June 3, 2024. He is currently facing the following charges: failing to comply with a probation order.

Man Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24020290

At 2:53 p.m., police located the man on Emma Street in Chatham while responding to a trespassing investigation. Officers confirmed the man was wanted on a warrant for failing to attend court in relation to a May 2023 mischief investigation in Chatham.

The 58-year-old Chatham-Kent man was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where he was held pending a bail hearing. He is currently facing the following charges: mischief and two counts of failing to attend court.

Man Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24020371

At 11:05 p.m., police conducted a traffic stop on Elm Drive in Wallaceburg.

Through investigation, the officer confirmed the man was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to attend court to have his fingerprints taken.

The 20-year-Tilbury man was arrested and released with a new court date of June 3, 2024.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

$9,000,000 Drug Bust

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police have seized over $9 million worth of drugs and more than $800,000 in currency in connection to an organized crime drug trafficking investigation. This is one of the largest drug seizures in WRPS’ history. 

In March 2023, Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) Patrol officers responded to a report of a residential break-and-enter in the area of Fergus Avenue and Weber Street East in Kitchener and located multiple kilograms of suspected cocaine inside the residence. WRPS’ Drugs and Firearms Unit then commenced an organized crime drug trafficking investigation that resulted in the completion of search warrants at two Kitchener residences, one in the area of Weber Street East and Fergus Avenue and the other in the area of Victoria Street South and Park Street, and the seizure of cocaine, MDMA, crystal methamphetamine, almost $100,000 in Canadian currency, and seven firearms.

On April 26, 2024, as part of the ongoing investigation, officers from WRPS’ Criminal Intelligence Unit, with assistance from the Emergency Response Team, completed two search warrants at Kitchener residences in the areas of Sims Estate Drive and Fairway Road North, and Homer Watson Boulevard and Old Carriage Drive. A search warrant was also completed on a 2023 Audi motor vehicle. Investigators seized multiple kilograms of suspected cocaine, suspected crystal methamphetamine, and Canadian currency.

Seized property as a result of the investigation.
Seized property as a result of the investigation.
Seized property as a result of the investigation.
Seized property as a result of the investigation.
Seized property as a result of the investigation.

Over the course of the 13-month-long investigation, police seized:

  • More than 86 kilograms of suspected cocaine
  • Over 3 kilograms of suspected crystal methamphetamine
  • Approximately 700 grams of MDMA
  • Approximately $815,000 in Canadian currency
  • Seven handguns

The estimated street value of the seized drugs is $9 million.

A 31-year-old male and a 22-year-old female, both from Kitchener, were arrested on April 26, 2024, and have been jointly charged with two counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking and possession of proceeds of crime. The male is also facing three additional counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking. Both accused parties were held in police custody for a bail hearing.

The investigation is ongoing and additional arrests are anticipated. 

Anonymous information can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

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