(Lennox & Addington County, ON) – On March 25, 2024, shortly after 2:00 p.m., officers from the L&A County OPP received a report of a heavy tow truck that was pulling a concrete pump truck had left the road and was in the ditch.
The incident occurred on Highway 401 westbound at mile marker 548 between the Cannifton Road/Highway 37 exit and the Shannonville Road exit. Police attended the scene and Paramedic Services were already there attending to the heavy tow driver who sustained minor injuries. The Heavy tow had hit the shoulder and ended up in the north ditch.
The heavy tow flipped on its side and was still connected to the concrete pump truck. The recovery of the vehicles will occur Saturday, March 30 starting at 10:00 p.m.. At that time there will be a lane closure of the driving lane to accommodate the recovery so expect minor delays until crews clear the area.
(TORONTO, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Investigation and Enforcement Bureau (IEB) has laid charges against several individuals in connection with allegations of illegal activity occurring at a casino.
The IEB, attached to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) was contacted on March 18, 2024, regarding allegations that a table games dealer was in collusion with patrons at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto.
As a result of the investigation, police have charged the following individuals:
Anagha VARGHESE, aged 21 of Etobicoke is charged with:
· Criminal Breach of Trust S.336 Criminal Code (CC) – three counts
· Cheat at play S.209 CC – three counts
· Theft Under $5000 S.334(b) CC – three counts
· Fraud Over $5000 S. 380(1)(b) CC – three counts
Tajveer KOUR, aged 21 of Brampton is charged with:
· Criminal Breach of Trust S.336 CC
· Cheat at play S.209 CC
· Theft Under $5000 S.334(b) CC
· Fraud Over $5000 S. 380(1)(b) CC
Yakshu NEHRA, aged 23, of Etobicoke is charged with:
· Cheat at play S.209 CC – three counts
· Theft Under $5000 S.334(b) CC – three counts
· Fraud Over $5000 S. 380(1)(b) CC – three counts
Himanshu TANWAR, aged 25, of Etobicoke is charged with:
· Cheat at play S.209 CC – three counts
· Theft Under $5000 S.334(b) CC – three counts
· Fraud Over $5000 S. 380(1)(b) CC – three counts
Parkh RAHEJA, aged 25 of Etobicoke is charged with:
· Cheat at play S.209 CC – three counts
· Theft Under $5000 S.334(b) CC – two counts
· Theft Over $5000 S. 334(a) CC
· Fraud Under $5000 S. 380(1)(b) CC – two counts
· Fraud Over $5000 S. 380(1)(a) CC
The accused parties have all been released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Toronto at later dates.
The IEB is a division of the OPP, embedded within the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), responsible for conducting criminal, provincial and regulatory eligibility investigations to ensure integrity and public safety within the AGCO-regulated industries.
(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after members of the public report separate traffic complaints of possible impaired driver.
On March 26, 2024, at 5:53 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint in the area of Highbury Avenue North and Highway 401 in the City of London and a second complaint a short time later westbound on Highway 402 for the report of a possible impaired driver.
The vehicle was located on Victoria Street in Delaware, Middlesex Centre, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.
It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest.
As a result, Matthew VANOS, a 42-year-old of Middlesex Centre, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:
· Operation while impaired – alcohol
· Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on May 23, 2024.
The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.
If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached 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.
(TEESWATER, ON) – Members of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a mischief incident along Marcy Street E in Teeswater.
On March 26, 2024, police received a report of vandalism at the ball diamonds. Sometime between the evening of March 25, 2024 and the morning of March 26, 2024, unknown individual(s) attended the area and caused damage to benches, bleachers, fencing, and the public washroom.
Anyone with information about this incident, including video surveillance or suspect information is encouraged to contact 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.
(BOURGET, ON) – The Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid criminal charges against two individuals after a lengthy investigation of a fatal collision.
On August 26, 2023, Russell County OPP, assisted by the OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement Team (TIME) responded to a collision, involving a modified golf cart, in Bourget. As a result of the single motor vehicle collision, a 15-year-old passenger was ejected and died from the injuries sustained from the collision.
Following a lengthy investigation by detectives of the Russell County OPP Crime Unit, two individuals were arrested and charged with Criminal Code (CC) offences.
On March 18, 2024, a 17-year-old youth was charged with:
Dangerous Operation Causing Death
Operation Causing Death
On March 26, 2024, a 45-year-old from Bourget, Ontario was arrested and charged with:
Criminal Negligence Causing Death
The individuals are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal at a later date.
(Ottawa, ON) – The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a federal offender wanted on a Canada Wide Warrant as a result of a breach of his statutory release.
Connor MURDOCK is described as a Indigenous male, 21 years of age, 6’3″ (193 cm), 162 lbs (73 kgs) with brown hair and brown eyes. He wears glasses.
He is serving a 2 year 1 day sentence for Possession Prohibited/Restricted Firearm with Ammunition.
The offender is known to frequent the Cities of Ottawa, Arnprior and Renfrew.
Anyone having contact with this offender or information in regards to their whereabouts is asked to contact the Provincial R.O.P.E. Squad at 416-808-5900 or toll free at 1-866-870-7673 (ROPE) or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or call 9-1-1.
(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – Officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) seized a quantity of drugs and charged an individual as a result of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation in the Town of Orangeville.
On March 25, 2024, members of the Dufferin Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), along with Dufferin uniform members and Offender Management and Apprehension Program (OMAP) arrested a male who was wanted on a warrant. The male attempted to flee from officers engaging in a short foot pursuit. The officers arrested the male without incident, and he is now facing multiple charges. In addition, the officers seized a quantity of drugs.
Tevin FRANCIS, 28-year-old from Thornhill has been 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 – Heroin
· Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime – under $5000
· Driving while under suspension
· Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver
The following property was seized:
· Cocaine – 5.5 Grams
· Heroin – 2.5 Grams
· Cash – $1970 Canadian
· Cellular phone – evidence of the offence
Anyone with information regarding this investigation of any other criminal activity is asked to contact Dufferin OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also submit your information online at https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/.
Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 193 calls for service in the last 24 hours. Eleven person was arrested and eight were on outstanding warrants.
Man Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24013353
At 8:32 a.m., the man attended Chatham-Kent Police headquarters and turned himself in to the police.
The man was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to attend court in relation to a May 2023 theft investigation.
The 56-year-old Chatham man was arrested and released with conditions and a future court date of April 15, 2024. He is currently facing the following charges: three counts of theft and two counts of possession of stolen property.
Woman Arrested for Break and Enter CK24013356
At 8:49 a.m., police responded to a break and enter on Queen Street in Chatham.
The homeowner was alerted by a smoke alarm and upon investigation discovered a woman cooking in the kitchen. The woman had gathered personal property gathered including blankets and a cooler. The homeowner called 911 and the woman fled the scene. Officers quickly arrived and located the woman on Raleigh Street.
The 24-year-old Chatham-Kent woman was arrested and charged with break and enter and theft. She was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing. As a result of the bail hearing, the woman was remanded into custody with a future court appearance of April 2, 2024.
Man Arrested for Weapon Offences CK24013377
At 11:45 a.m., police responded to Emma Street in Chatham for an assault investigation.
Officers arrived on the scene and located the man. The man was bound by conditions prohibiting him from possessing prohibited and/or restricted weapons for life. Through a search incident to arrest officers found the man in possession of “brass knuckles, which is considered a prohibited weapon as defined in the Criminal Code of Canada.
The 27-year-old West Lorne man was arrested and released with a future court date of May 6, 2024. He is currently charged with unauthorized possession of a weapon and possession contrary to an order.
Man Arrested on Outstanding Warrants CK24013409
At 2:19 p.m., The Ontario Provincial Police contacted the Chatham-Kent Police to advise, as a result of a traffic stop, they had arrested a man on warrants held by CKPS.
The 22-year-old Howard Township man was transported to police headquarters, where he was held pending a bail hearing. The man is currently facing the following charges: public mischief, failing to comply with an undertaking, mischief, assault causing bodily harm, three counts of assault with a weapon, three counts of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, five counts of uttering threats. As a result, the man was remanded into custody with a future court date of April 3, 2024.
Man Arrested for Theft CK24013416
At 1:50 p.m., police responded to Park Avenue West in Chatham for a theft investigation.
A man was captured via surveillance video stealing a delivery from a residence. The video assisted in the identification of the person.
At 3:01 p.m., the man was located and arrested. The man was also wanted on an outstanding warrant for breaking a Conditional Sentence Order.
The 37-year-old Chatham man was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing.
Woman Arrested for Bail Violations CK24013424
At 4:21 p.m., while investigating suspicious activity on Grand Avenue East in Chatham, police conducted a traffic stop.
Through investigation, the officer confirmed the woman was wanted on an outstanding warrant for bail violations.
The 33-year-old Chatham woman was arrested and 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.
Woman Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24013455
At 7:23 p.m., police located the woman on Wellington Street in Chatham.
The woman was arrested and charged in a March 2023 assault investigation where she was required to attend court. When the woman failed to make the court appearance a warrant was issued for her arrest.
The 38-year-old Chatham-Kent woman was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where she was held pending a bail hearing. She is currently facing the following charges: assault and failing to attend court.
Woman Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24013473
At 9:08 p.m., police responded to Grand Avenue West in Chatham for a theft investigation.
Officers arrived and located the woman. Officers confirmed the woman was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to attend court in relation to bail violations.
The 43-year-old Chatham-Kent woman was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where she was held pending a bail hearing. She currently faces the following charges: failing to comply with a release order, two counts of failing to attend court and two counts of failing to comply with a probation order.
Man Arrested for Impaired Driving CK24013500
On March 27, 2024, at 12:28 a.m., police responded to a motor vehicle collision on Tissiman Avenue in Chatham. It was reported the vehicle had struck a house and drove across a lawn.
Upon arrival, officers believed the man to be under the influence of alcohol and arrested him. The man was transported to police headquarters for tests.
The 47-year-old Chatham man was charged with having a blood alcohol concentration exceeding the legal limit. He was released with conditions and a future court date of April 8, 2024.
Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are investigating an armed robbery in Kitchener.
On March 26, 2024, at approximately 11:35 p.m., police responded to a report of a commercial robbery in the area of Victoria Street North and Lancaster Street North.
During the investigation police learned five suspects entered the business and began to steal merchandise. At one point, two of the suspects brandished edged weapons towards an employee. The suspects left prior to police arrival.
The suspects were described as black males, wearing dark clothing.
There are no reports of any physical injuries.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777, Ext. 8255
To provide anonymous information, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.
Two males were transported to Toronto-area trauma centres after a single vehicle collision in Pickering on Monday evening.
On Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at approximately 7:30 a.m., members of Central West Division responded to a single vehicle collision on Lake Ridge Road, north of Myrtle Road West, in Pickering. The vehicle was travelling southbound on Lake Ridge Road when it lost control and went off the roadway into a heavily wooded area, colliding with a tree.
The collision occurred on Monday, March 25, 2024 at approximately 11:00 p.m., however the driver and passenger were trapped in the vehicle and unable to call for help. The driver was transported to a Toronto-area trauma centre via Air Ornge. The passenger was initially transported to a local-area hospital, but subsequently airlifted to a Toronto-area trauma centre. Both the driver and passenger remain in critical condition.
Members of the DRPS – Collision Investigation Unit attended the scene to conduct an investigation. The roadway was closed for several hours while evidence was collected. This collision is still under investigation.
Anyone with video footage, dash cam footage or information about this incident is asked to call D/Cst. Emily Vander Duim of the Traffic Services Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5227.
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 27, 2024) – A London man is in custody after members of the London Police Service responded to a disturbance in the city’s old south.
Early this morning at approximately 2:40 a.m., members of the London Police Service Uniformed Division responded to a disturbance in the area of Chester and High streets.
Officers arrived and learned that a suspect male had shot a male victim with an alleged firearm before pointing it at another female victim.
The suspect male was located and arrested still in the area.
A search of the man yielded a black airsoft gun.
The male victim was transported to hospital by paramedic services with minor injuries requiring medical attention.
As a result of the investigation, Kenneth Chimweta Irons, 26, of London, has been charged with the following offences:
Two (2) counts of pointing a firearm; and,
Assault with a weapon.
The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in London court today in relation to the charges.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers.
A Guelph man was arrested after an employee of a south-end business was assaulted Tuesday afternoon.
Approximately 4:20 p.m. officers were dispatched to a business near Edinburgh Road South and Stone Road West. A man who had previously caused issues at the store was on scene. Staff members were trying to remove him from the store when he pushed one of them.
A 54-year-old Guelph man was arrested for assaulted and being intoxicated in public. He will appear in court May 14.
Watches stolen from display cabinet
The Guelph Police Service is investigating after someone stole more than $2,300 worth of watches from a business.
Approximately 11 a.m. Tuesday, a male entered a business on Stone Road West. He used a screwdriver to break the lock on a display cabinet and removed a number of watches.
Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Melissa Anthony at 519-824-1212, ext. 7487, email her 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.
Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 175
On March 24, 2024 West Grey Police officers were dispatched to a domestic dispute in Elmwood. The investigation resulted in charges of Mischief being laid against a 50 year old male resident of West Grey. He was released on conditions and will appear in court in April to answer to the charge.
On March 25, 2024 a West Grey officer on patrol observed a party who had outstanding arrest warrants from another service. A 45 year old female was arrested and transported to the service that held the warrant.
On March 25, 2024 a West Grey officer on patrol conducted a traffic stop on Grey Road 3. The 18 year old driver of the motor vehicle was charged under the Highway Traffic Act and The Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act. His vehicle was towed from the scene and he will attend court in April to answer to the charges.
On March 26th West Grey officers entered into two separate stolen vehicle investigations. One vehicle was recovered and a suspect was identified in that occurrence. A warrant has been sought charging a 39 year old male from Hanover with numerous Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences. The individual is currently in custody on charges from another police service. In the other investigation both a truck and trailer were stolen. The trailer was recovered but the truck, a 2008 GMC Sierra is outstanding as of press time. Investigation into whether the tow incidents are related is on going. If you have any information about this please call West Grey Police at 519-371-6911 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
(CHESLEY, ON) – On March 27, 2024, at 11:36 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of robbery in a wooded area located in the town of Chesley.
Out of an abundance of caution, a local elementary school was placed in a hold & secure while officers responded to the area.
Members of the South Bruce OPP, OPP Canine, and the West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) conducted a thorough search of the area.
The South Bruce OPP continues to investigate along with members of the South Bruce OPP Crime Unit.
Updates will be provided as they become available.
The OPP reminds all members of the public to be aware of their personal safety at all times. The OPP’s website, www.opp.ca, contains a number of useful resources, tips, and links.
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.
