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(TOWNSHIP OF WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) – On October 4, 2020, at approximately 3:00 p.m. a Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer stopped a motorcycle for a provincial offences violation on George Street near Charles Street in Town of Arthur.

It was reported that the driver attempted to flee the scene however, police were able to place the driver under arrest after a brief struggle. Investigation revealed that the motorcycle had been reported stolen from an address in Oxford County.

Police spoke with the driver and determined that they were displaying signs of drug impairment. The driver was transported to a local OPP Operation Centre for further testing.

Police discovered the accused was in possession of a stolen handgun, ammunition, a switchblade knife, and a quantity of Fentanyl.

As a result of the investigation, Tomasz KURZYDLOWSKI, 41-years-old of Kitchener, faces the following charges:

Carrying a Concealed Weapon

Resist Peace Officer

Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance-Fentanyl

Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm/Ammunition

Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose

Possession of a Firearm Obtained by Crime

Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon (2 counts)

Operation While Impaired by Drug

Operation While Prohibited Under the Criminal Code

Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

Fail to Comply with Undertaking

Fail to Stop for Police

Drive while Under Suspension (2 counts)

The accused is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on October 5, 2020.

Any person with information regarding this person 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 online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – On October 3, 2020 at 11:36 p.m., Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint involving a (black) pick-up truck that was travelling at a high rate of speed, northbound on Grey Road 18, near the Mennonite corners intersection, in the Township of Georgian Bluffs.

Grey Bruce OPP Officers stopped the involved vehicle and the driver failed a roadside screening device. They were arrested and transported to the Chatsworth detachment for a breath test.

As a result of this investigation, Grey Bruce OPP have charged Cole WRIGHT, 26 years-of-age, from Georgian Bluffs, with operation of a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol, section 320.14(1)(a) Criminal Code of Canada (CC) and operation while impaired with blood alcohol concentration 80 mgs or more, section 320.14(1)(b) CC.

The driver was issued a 90 day drivers licence suspension and their vehicle was towed and will be impounded for seven days.

The accused was released on an Undertaking and is required to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on November 5, 2020.

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.

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are looking for a suspect after an incident that occurred in Listowel last week.

On Monday September 28 2020, just before 6:00 p.m., two youths were walking on Nichol Avenue South, in the Municipality of North Perth, and were playing around by yelling out loud while in the parking lot of an elementary school. When a car passed by, it is believed the three male occupants thought the youths were yelling at them. The driver exited the vehicle, where he brandished a knife, and uttered threats to one of the youth. The suspect got back in the vehicle and left the scene. There were no injuries as a result of the altercation.

The male suspect is described as approximately 5’7

(HURON EAST, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continue to investigate a break, enter and theft that took place at a business in Seaforth last week.

Sometime between 2:00 p.m. on September 21, 2020 and 9:00 a.m. on September 22, 2020 those responsible attended a business located on Jarvis Street North and forced entry into a coverall shed on the property.

Once inside they stole several tools and pieces of equipment including an oxygen tank, torches, torque wrench and two full sets of metric wrenches.

The total value of the stolen items is estimated between $1,000 and $1,500.

Any person with information regarding this crime should immediately 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), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – On October 1, 2020 at 4:08 a.m., Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a weapon occurrence at Highway 6 & 21, Georgian Bluffs in Grey County. Four suspects attended an apartment and displayed a firearm and assaulted the occupants of the residence. They left the scene prior to police arrival.

Grey Bruce OPP officers, Grey Bruce OPP Crime Unit, Grey Bruce OPP Community Street Crime Unit and OPP Regional Support Team are involved in the investigation.

At approximately 2:40 p.m., OPP arrested the four suspects at a business at Highway 21 on Saugeen First Nation. Following a search of the persons and their vehicle, OPP seized a loaded handgun, $20,000 worth of Purple Fentanyl and Methamphetamines and drug paraphernalia.

Grey Bruce OPP has charged the following,

17 years old from Kitchener with,

Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, section 88 Criminal Code of Canada (CC)

Carrying a Concealed Weapon, section 90 CC

Unauthorized possession of a weapon, section 91(2) CC

Possession of a loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm, section 95(a) CC

Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition while Prohibited, section 117.01(1) CC

Possession of Methamphetamine for the purposes of trafficking, section 5(2) Controlled Drugs and Substances (CDSA)

Trafficking of Fentanyl for the purposes of trafficking, section 5(2) CDSA

Peter MESSIHA, 21 years old from Mississauga with,

Possession of Methamphetamine for the purposes of trafficking, section 5(2)CDSA

Trafficking of Fentanyl for the purposes of trafficking, section 5(2) CDSA

Possession of Schedule II substance, section 4(1) CDSA

A Second, 17 year old from Kitchener with,

Carrying a concealed weapon, section 90 CC

Possession of Methamphetamine for the purposes of trafficking, section 5(2)CDSA

Trafficking of Fentanyl for the purposes of trafficking, section 5(2) CDSA

Person under the age of 19, possess Cannabis, section 10(1) Cannabis Control Act 2017

Mohamed ABDALLA, 19 years old from Kitchener with,

5 Possession of Methamphetamine for the purposes of trafficking, section 5(2)CDSA

Trafficking of Fentanyl for the purposes of trafficking, section 5(2) CDSA

All four accused were held for a bail hearing on October 2, 2020 in Ontario Court of Justice.

Grey Bruce OPP Crime Unit continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the Robbery.

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.

(BLUEWATER, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Parkhill resident with Performing a Stunt – Excessive Speed after he was stopped for speeding earlier this week.

On Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at approximately 7:43 p.m. a Huron County OPP officer was conducting RADAR patrols on Airport Line when a hatchback was observed travelling northbound well over the speed limit. A RADAR device was utilized and the speed of the vehicle was measured at a speed in excess of 60 km/h over the posted 80 km/h speed limit.

Bradley BEIERLING, 33 years of age from Parkhill has been charged with Race a Motor Vehicle – Excessive Speed. His motor vehicle was impounded and his driver’s licence was automatically suspended for seven days. A court date has been set for November 17, 2020 at Provincial Offences Court in Goderich.

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with collision investigators from the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management & Enforcement (TIME) Team continue to investigate a fiery crash that took place west of Mount Carmel yesterday afternoon.

On October 1, 2020 at approximately 1:30 p.m. Huron OPP, Lambton County Paramedic Services, Grand Bend Fire Department and Ornge Air responded to the crash site located at the intersection of Mount Carmel Drive (Huron County #5) and Grand Bend Road (Huron County #81).

The preliminary investigation has determined a compact vehicle was westbound on Mount Carmel Drive when the driver failed to negotiate a curve in the roadway. The vehicle left the roadway, struck the ditch on the north side, collided with trees and ultimately caught on fire.

The single occupant was extricated from the vehicle by fire and was transported from the scene to hospital by air ambulance.

The driver currently remains in hospital with life threatening injuries.

(KINLOSS TWP, ON) – On September 28, 2020 at 7:45 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a theft report from a residence along Grey Ox Avenue in Kinloss Township. Sometime between 10:00 p.m. on September 27, 2020 and 11:30 p.m. on September 27, 2020, a White Ford Escape with license # BXJF 241 was taken. The serial number is on file with police.

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.

(ELDERSLIE TWP, ON) – On September 30, 2020 at 8:35 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a suspected impaired driver on the Grey-Bruce Line in Elderslie Township. After locating the vehicle, officers conducted a traffic stop and determined that the driver had been drinking alcohol.

Shelly FAULHAFER, 43-years-old, of Elderslie Township, was charged with Impaired Driving and Refuse Breath Sample. The accused is scheduled to appear in court on December 9, 2020 to answer to the charges.

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.

(TOWNSHIP OF PUSLINCH, ON) – On September 26, 2020, members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a robbery that occurred on the Puslinch Tract near Wellington Road 32 south of Highway 401.

At approximately 4:00 p.m., the male victim was walking on the trail while taking photographs of nature when he was approached by two men. When the interaction occurred, the victim was on a small trail, just off the main trail that leads to the service centre, past the second pond. Following a brief, friendly verbal exchange the men stole his clothing, camera and bag which contained his wallet, cell phone and keys. The suspects were last seen walking on the trail towards the service centre.

Officers conducted extensive patrols of the area however, were not able to locate the suspects. The victim was treated at the scene by EMS for minor injuries that were as a result of walking in the wooded area.

Suspect #1 is described as:

Caucasian

Male

Approximate age 30’s

Shoulder length hair

Scruffy facial

Wearing blue jeans and a grey short sleeve button down shirt

Suspect #2 is described as:

Caucasian

Male

Average height

Mid length hair

Wearing blue jeans and a grey sweater with a front pocket/pouch – no hood

OPP are asking anyone with any information about this occurrence is asked to 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 CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On September 28, 2020 at approximately 1:30 p.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle on Wellington Road 21 involving a pick-up truck that was being operated in a dangerous manner prior to the collision.

It was reported that a westbound pick-up truck with two occupants was weaving in and out of traffic at a high rate of speed and forcing other vehicles to take evasive action to avoid a collision.

Investigation revealed that following the collision, a taxi driver with a fare onboard stopped to render assistance to the occupants and as a result they attempted to steal the cab and assaulted the customer that was inside.

Further investigation revealed that the pick-up was stolen from Kincardine and the same suspect was involved in fuel thefts in the County.

Jeremy Jason HOGG, 25-years-old of Kincardine has been charged with Theft Under $5000 X2, Operation While Prohibited, Possession of Property Obtained by a Crime Over $5000 and Fail to Comply with Probation Order contrary to the Criminal Code.

Jordan Amira GRAVELEY, 27-years-old if Kincardine has been charged with Theft Over $5000, Dangerous Operation, Possession of Property Obtained by a Crime Over $5000 and Assault contrary to the Criminal Code.

Both accused will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph at a future date to answer to the charges.

(TOWN OF ERIN, ON) – On September 28, 2020 at approximately 7:00 a.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a theft that occurred from a job site on Perryman Court in the Town of Erin.

Investigation revealed that sometime between September 24, 2020 at approximately 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on September 28, 2020, unknown suspects stole a 2020 STEA grey utility trailer with the custom logo 2 Studs Framing” on the sides bearing Ontario marker S3464T. The trailer contained framing tools.

Approximate value of the theft is $26

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On September 26, 2020, at approximately 9:45 a.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a possible impaired driver on Wellington Road 29 that was stopped by another motorist.

Police attended the location and spoke with the driver and determined that their ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and they were placed under arrest. The driver was transported to a local OPP Operation Centre for further testing.

Graham MANLEY, 35-years-old of Guelph has been charged with Impaired Operation and 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 October 30, 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.

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges against an Essex County resident in relation to some concerning incidents that took place last week.

On Friday, September 25, 2020 Huron County OPP met with two victims that reported they had fearful interactions with a suspicious person. Police learned the accused approached a teenaged student that was waiting for the school bus and asked the student several times if she wanted to get into his vehicle. The shaken student declined and immediately reported the matter when she arrived at school.

Shortly after the accused was involved in another incident when he caused another victim to fear for their safety after he followed her in her vehicle to a business in Lucknow. A brief exchange took place and the accused departed.

Later that day the accused was arrested in Perth County for driving related offences. Upon his release in Perth County the accused was transferred into the custody of Huron OPP.

While in the custody of Huron OPP the accused threatened to cause harm to one of the investigating officers, as well, he intentionally caused damage to a holding cell.

Timothy HEBERT, 58 years of age from Essex has been charged with Criminal Harassment – 2 Counts, Mischief Under $5,000 and Uttering Threats to Cause Bodily Harm. He has since been released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for November 2, 2020 at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.