(MIDLAND, ON) – A 35 year old Midland resident has been charged in connection to a unlawful vehicle entry, theft and further fraud incidents after a Penetanguishene resident reported the theft of a wallet from an unlocked parked vehicle at a residence during the dark hours of March 9-10, 2024.
The responding officer through investigation found that the credit cards from the stolen wallet were used at several area businesses and a suspect was later identified as a person known to police.
On the afternoon of March 25, 2024, officers responded to a report of an intoxicated person and upon investigation by police, the person was arrested as the suspect in connection to the theft and fraud incident.
Charged is Justin JACKSON with the following offences.
Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
Fraud Under $5000 (three counts)
The accused was held for a bail hearing on outstanding warrants and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.
Residents are reminded to lock your vehicle and remove valuables such as wallets and purses containing identification or credit cards and cash when you park it to help avoid becoming a victim of numerous types of crime.
(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual involved in a collision with numerous offences.
On March 26, 2024, shortly after 12:30 a.m., officers responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 10, near King Street, in the Town of Caledon. No injuries were reported. During the course of the investigation, officers 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, Vishvajeet SAGGU, 31, of Brampton, was charged with:
· Operation while impaired – alcohol
· Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 11, 2024, to answer to the charges. Additionally, the driver’s vehicle was impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licence suspended for a period of 90 days.
The OPP remains committed to keeping our communities safe through enforcement and public education. Drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol continue to pose a significant threat on Ontario roads. Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired, and impaired driving is dangerous regardless of the source of impairment. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.
Officers doing their part in an effort to increase road safety were checking drivers for signs of impairment, entered into an impaired driving investigation with the operator of a red Mitsubishi vehicle at approximately 12:24 a.m. March 26, 2024.
As a result of the officers investigation, Trinity LYONS has been charged criminally with the offences of Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs and further with Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).
The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 11, 2024, was served a 90 day driver’s licence suspension and the involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines..
(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Brampton resident with operation while impaired after they registered over four times the legal limit.
On March 25, 2024, just before 1:00 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop while patrolling the area of Mayfield Road and Coleraine Drive, in the Town of Caledon. Officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.
As a result, Angad SINGH, 39, of Brampton, was charged with:
· Operation while impaired – alcohol
· Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
· Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
The driver is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 11, 2024, to answer to the charges. Additionally, the driver’s vehicle was impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licence suspended for a period of 90 days.
Caledon OPP would like to take this opportunity to remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.
On Wednesday, March 27, 2024, investigators from the York Regional Police Sexual Assault and Crimes Against Children Unit charged a man with two sexual offences and believe there may be more victims.
Through investigation, it was learned that the accused sexually assaulted a minor who attended a martial arts club where the accused was a coach.
The accused is known to have worked at other martial arts clubs in the Greater Toronto Area. Investigators believe there may be other victims who have not yet come forward. They are being urged to contact police as soon as possible.
Charged: Anthony PANES, 26, of Newmarket
Charges: Sexual Assault Sexual Interference
York Regional Police would like to encourage anyone who feels they may have been a victim of a sexual assault to come forward and report the incident to police. There is no statute of limitations for sexual offences and offenders can be prosecuted well after the date of the offence.
This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Special Victims Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7071, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com.
On Monday March 25, 2024, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS), responded to two separate break and enter occurrences in the area of Main Street North and Kennedy Street, Georgetown. Both entries occurred over the preceding weekend while the homeowners were away. The suspect forced entry to both residences taking items of value, debit and credit cards.
As a result of the investigation on March 27, 2024, Christopher Dayfoot (38), of Georgetown, has been charged with the following:
Break and Enter Commit an Indictable Offence (2 Counts)
Fraudulent use of Credit Cards (2 Counts)
Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000
Breach of a Release Order
At the time of the offences Dayfoot was on two different forms of release stemming from previous criminal charges.
The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the 1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4777 ext. 2416.
Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 190 calls for service in the last 24 hours. Ten person was arrested and seven on an outstanding warrant.
Man Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24013557
At 10:20 a.m., the man attended Chatham-Kent Police headquarters and turned himself in to the police.
The man was wanted on two outstanding warrants for failing to attend court and bail violations.
The 37-year-old Chatham man currently faces the following charges: possession of stolen property, assault causing bodily harm, failing to attend court and two counts of failing to comply with an undertaking. He was held pending a bail hearing which resulted in the court releasing the man with a future court date of April 24, 2024.
Man Arrested on an Order for Committal CK24013544
At 11:30 a.m., police located the man on Grand Avenue West in Chatham and arrested him. The man was wanted on an Order for Committal.
The 34-year-old Windsor man was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing. As a result, the man was held in custody with a future video court appearance on April 3, 2024.
Man Arrested for Break and Enter CK24013580
At 11:54 a.m., the man attended the Ontario Court of Justice on Grand Avenue West in Chatham. Officers recognized the man from previous encounters and confirmed he was wanted on an outstanding warrant related to a December 2023 break and enter investigation.
The 41-year-old Chatham 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 break-and-enter.
Man and Woman Arrested for Bail Violations CK24013591/CK24013595
At 12:19 p.m., while on general patrol, an officer observed the man and the woman arguing on Prince Street North in Chatham.
Through investigation officers learned the woman was bound by a probation order prohibiting communication with the man. The man was aware of this condition and was participating in the contact.
The 35-year-old Chatham-Kent woman was arrested and charged with failing to comply with a probation order. She was transported to police headquarters and released with conditions and a future court date of April 29, 2024.
The 41-year-old Chatham-Kent man was arrested and charged with failing to comply with a probation order -facilitate a breach. He was transported to police headquarters and released with conditions and a future court date of April 22, 2024.
Woman Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24013627
At 3:03 p.m., police responded to Jeffrey Street in Chatham for a landlord tenant dispute.
Upon arrival, officers located the woman and confirmed she was wanted on a warrant for failing to attend court.
The 39-year-old Chatham woman was arrested and released with a future court date. She is currently facing the following charges: theft and possession of stolen property.
Man Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24013631
At 3:58 p.m., police located the man on Wallace Street in Wallaceburg and confirmed he was wanted on a warrant for failing to attend court.
The 25-year-old Wallaceburg man was arrested and released with a future court date. He is currently facing the following charge: possession of stolen property.
Woman Arrested on Warrants CK24013665
At 6:45 p.m., police located the woman on Grand Avenue West in Chatham and arrested her. The woman was wanted on outstanding warrants related to a theft investigation and a surety sign off.
The 29-year-old Chatham woman was transported to police headquarters where she was held pending a bail hearing. She is currently facing the following charges: failing to comply with a release order, failing to comply with an undertaking, driving while suspended, assault with a weapon, two counts of assault, six counts of possession of stolen property and seven counts of theft.
Man Arrested for Bail Violations CK24013704
On March 28, 2024, at 12:52 a.m., police began a bail violation investigation in Raleigh Township.
Upon police arrival, the man answered the door. Officers confirmed he was bound by a release order and a probation order prohibiting him from contacting or associating with the resident of that address.
The 52-year-old Chatham-Kent man was arrested and charged with three counts of failing to comply with a probation order and three counts of failing to comply with a release order. He was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing.
Aggressive Driving Incident on Communication Road Leads to Charges
Chatham-Kent, Ontario: On March 27, 2024, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of an aggressive driver traveling southbound on Communication Road, overtaking vehicles in a dangerous manner. Officers quickly attended the area, resulting in a vehicle stop on Chatham St N in Blenheim.
Upon investigation, it was found that the vehicle was being driven by a 14-year-old while the 16-year-old registered owner was a passenger in the back seat.
As a result, the driver was issued a Provincial Offence Notice for driving without a license. The owner was issued summons for permitting an unlicensed person to drive and allowing a person under 16 to drive.
We remind the public to verify the qualifications and age of anyone driving their vehicle to ensure compliance with licensing regulations and prioritize road safety.
To report any suspicious activities, please contact the Chatham-Kent Police Service at 519-352-1234.
A male is in custody following an investigation into numerous thefts from construction sites between February and March of 2024.
Between February and March of 2024, the suspect was observed entering construction and new development sites, stealing various construction tools. The suspect listed the stolen items on Facebook Marketplace in an attempt to sell them.
On Wednesday, March 27, 2024, members of the West Division Criminal Investigations Branch, with the assistance of West Division officers, took the suspect into custody without incident. A search warrant was also executed at the suspect’s storage unit. Approximately $200,000 worth of stolen power tools, site generators, and industrial equipment were located.
Andrew HAUSMAN, age 34 from Scarborough is charged with: Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 x2, and Trafficking in Property Obtained by Crime x2.
He was released on an Undertaking.
Anyone with video footage, dash cam footage or information about this incident is asked to contact Det. Smith of the West Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2562.
Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.
The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation. These allegations have yet to be proven in court.
The suspect in a stabbing investigation is in custody following a simultaneous drug investigation that resulted in the seizure of numerous drugs and an automatic firearm.
On Friday, October 13, 2023, at approximately 1:20 p.m., members of Central West Division responded to an unknown trouble call in the area of Garden Street and Taunton Road East, in Whitby. The victim was assaulted and stabbed by three suspects. All suspects fled the area prior to police arrival. The victim was located with life-threatening injuries and transported to a Toronto-area trauma centre, where his condition was upgraded to stable.
On Wednesday, March 27, 2024, members of the Central West Division Community Response Unit, with assistance from Central West Division officers, initiated a traffic stop on the suspect’s vehicle and took him into custody without incident. Search warrants at the suspect’s residence and vehicle resulted in the seizure of numerous drugs, cash and a loaded automatic firearm, which was concealed in the vent of the vehicle. The suspect was further linked to the Whitby stabbing and charged.
Eric MCEWAN, age 30 from Whitby is charged with numerous offences including: Robbery, Assault Cause Bodily Harm, Assault with a Weapon, Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking x4, Possess Loaded Restricted/Prohibited Firearm, Occupy Motor Vehicle with Firearm, Possession of a Restricted/Prohibited Firearm Knowingly Not Holding a Licence, and Possession Contrary to Order x2.
He was held for a bail hearing.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. Hadad of the Central West Division Community Response Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 3741.
Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.
The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation. These allegations have yet to be proven in court.
LONDON, ON (March 28, 2024) – Two London men are in custody after members of the London Police Service located a stolen vehicle in the west end of the city yesterday.
At approximately 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 27, 2024, members of the LPS Investigative Response Unit located a vehicle with license plates belonging to another vehicle driving in the area of Westdel Bourne and Oxford Street West.
Officers observed the vehicle stop at a business and the driver exit the vehicle. The male driver was recognized as he was wanted on a number of outstanding warrants.
The driver was arrested.
Police located and arrested the male passenger inside the vehicle as he was also wanted on outstanding warrants.
No injuries were reported.
Officers learned the vehicle had been reported stolen on March 25, 2024, from outside of the city.
Officers also learned the plates on the vehicle had been stolen from a separate vehicle and had not yet been reported at the time of the interaction.
A search of the vehicle yielded a number of items that had been previously reported stolen as the result of a vehicle break in on March 26, 2024, from outside of the city.
As a result of the investigation, Shaun Michael Bryan Wrightson, 25, and Michael Lawrence Kilby, 35 both of London, have been jointly charged with possession of property obtained by crime over $5000.
Shaun Michael Bryan Wrightson has been additionally charged with the following offences:
Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000;
Operation while prohibited;
Resist arrest; and,
Fail to comply with a release order
Both accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear in London court today in relation to the charges.
LONDON, ON (March 28, 2024) – The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) is investigating after a 17-year-old male was arrested yesterday.
On Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m., members of the London Police Service responded to an assault investigation in the west end of the city.
Officers located the 17-year-old male suspect outside of the residence with a weapon. Members of the LPS Emergency Response Unit were called to assist.
An interaction between officers and the male occurred which resulted in the use of a Blunt Impact Projectile (less-lethal firearm). The male continued to resist arrest and officers deployed a conducted energy weapon (CEW) and took the youth into custody.
Officers transported the male to hospital as a precaution. He has since been released from hospital and remains in custody.
The Special Investigations Unit has been notified and invoked their mandate.
The Special Investigations Unit was notified andhas invoked their mandate. As such, all inquiries regarding the investigation are to be directed to the Special Investigations Unit at 416-622-0748 or 1-800-787-8529.
In December 2023, the province announced Bill 68, Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 (CSPA), which will bring sweeping changes to the law governing policing in Ontario. The new bill, which comes into effect on April 1, 2024, replaces the current Police Services Act (1990) and will focus on addressing community safety, enhancing police oversight, modernizing policing and establishing consistent mandated training requirements.
The Law Enforcement Complaints Agency (LECA), formerly known as the Office of the Independent Police Review Director (OIPRD) will take effect as an important change to the public complaints process. LECA will retain authority over all public complaints about the conduct of police officers and issues of a systemic nature and will have the power to investigate, even absent a public complaint if it is in the public interest to do so.
Please note, complaints related to events which occurred prior to April 1, 2024, will still fall under the former Police Services Act regulations.
The Guelph Police Service has been working to ensure our policies and practices are in compliance with the CSPA and understand the new Act and Regulations’ impact on our Service’s operations, policies and procedures.
You can consult the full CSPA on the Government of Ontario’s website.
The Guelph Police Service is investigating after an employee at a downtown mall had a knife pulled on him Wednesday.
Shortly after 8 a.m. two males were observed on camera inside Old Quebec Street Shoppes and one was seen writing on a wall with a marker. A mall employee approached the pair and after a brief interaction one of the males removed a knife from his pocket and began waving it around while threatening to stab the employee.
Both males left the mall and were seen walking southbound on Wyndham Street North. Officers recognized the males from surveillance video but were not able to locate them. The investigation is ongoing.
House entered while owners on vacation
The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a west-end home was entered while the owners were on vacation.
Wednesday morning, police were called to a home near Willow Road and Ferman Drive. The owners had returned from vacation to find their rear door had been kicked in and a gate damaged to provide access to the backyard. A quantity of cash and jewelry was missing.
Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Dakota Dakins at 519-824-1212, ext. 7277, email him 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.
Impaired charge following traffic stop
A Guelph man faces an impaired driving charge after a passerby reported a male passed out at an intersection.
Just after 1 p.m. Wednesday a witness reported a driver passed out in his vehicle at Imperial Road North and Speedvale Avenue West. The driver woke up and left before officers arrived, but one of the responding officers spotted the vehicle turning onto the Hanlon Expressway and pulled it over.
The driver had a strong odour of alcohol on his breath. After failing a roadside test he was arrested and transported to the police station, where further testing confirmed he had more than the legal amount of alcohol in his system.
A 45-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving. His licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. He will appear in court April 16.
The Guelph Police Service encourages the public to always consume alcohol and cannabis responsibly. Please don’t drive if you are going to consume alcohol or cannabis, and please ensure that you plan ahead so that you have a safe ride home. Anyone who spots a suspected impaired driver is asked to immediately call 911.
Third youth arrested for breaking into former restaurant
A third youth has been arrested for breaking into a vacant south-end business earlier this year.
The evening of January 29, police were called to the former Fionn MacCool’s location on Edinburgh Road South after a witness saw two males smashing the glass doors and going inside.
Video surveillance from other nearby businesses showed four youths entering the building. Officers observed fresh red spray paint inside the building and numerous pop cans throughout.
On Wednesday a 16-year-old Guelph boy was arrested for break, enter and mischief. Two 13-year-old boys from Guelph were earlier arrested and face the same charge. All have been released with upcoming court dates.
Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 240
(PERTH COUNTY, ON) – As we all prepare for the first long weekend of Spring, the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) joins policing partners focused on keeping motorists safe during this holiday. As part of the commitment to the Provincial Traffic Safety Program, Perth OPP members will be participating in the annual Easter Weekend Traffic Campaign. The 2024 Easter Weekend Traffic Initiative will commence at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, March 29th, and end at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, April 1st.
The Easter Weekend Campaign focuses on the need to buckle up to save lives. Perth OPP members will be focusing on awareness through enforcement and public education by stopping vehicles that contain a driver and/or passengers not wearing their seatbelt.
Officers will also be looking for other unsafe driving behaviours including distracted driving, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, speeding and other forms of aggressive driving that diminish the safety of our roadways.
The safety of our roadways depends on the motorists traveling upon them. Do your part to keep yourself, your loved ones, and others safe by complying with the rules of the road.
“Our members will be working to keep you safe as you celebrate this long weekend with family and friends. Please help us by doing your part. Wear your seatbelt, drive safely, and don’t drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol.” Acting Inspector David Sinko.
Editors Note: Maybe the OPP should “do their part” and enforce the laws every day. It is so rare that they obey or enforce traffic laws, they do a press press whenever they are about to do it.
