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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.

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Raymond YOUNG – Drive While Suspended

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – Suspended driver in Elliot Lake arrested.

On November 2, 2024, the OPP assisted and Anishinabek Police Service (APS) officers who located a driver passed out in the driver’s seat of a white pickup truck. The driver was subsequently arrested and charged with impaired by drug and possession of Schedule I substance. He was also issued a 90-day Automatic Driver’s Licence Suspension and vehicle towed.

On November 20, 2024, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol when the same white pickup truck was observed and it was being operated by the suspended driver. A subsequent traffic stop was conducted on Hillside Drive South and the driver was arrested. The pickup truck was also towed and impounded.

Raymond YOUNG, 33-years-old from Elliot Lake, was charged with:

  • Driving while under suspension – two counts

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on February 19, 2025.

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David Michael DAWSON Was Arrested Again

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrest person after a “road rage” and criminal harassment complaint.

On November 7, 2024, the complainant reported a neighbour from Mississauga Avenue following them in their vehicle, giving them the middle finger, then dangerously passing on the roadway in front of Elliot Lake Secondary School. The neighbour continued to harass the complainant by following them to a grocery store parking lot where he verbally berated them.

Police later attended the neighbour’s residence. He was very uncooperative with police and refused to listen to reason or simple instructions. A short altercation ensued but police were able to safely make an arrest. 

David Michael DAWSON, 42 years-old, from Elliot Lake, was charged with:

  • Criminal harassment – threatening conduct
  • Resist peace officer
  • Fail to comply with probation order – two counts

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on December 12, 2024.

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Raymond YOUNG – Arson

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested one person for trying to set a house on fire.

On November 7, 2024, at approximately 12:30 a.m. police were called to a residence on Axmith Avenue regarding an arson. The complainant reported that a known family member had poured gasoline on the house and threatened to burn it down. When police arrived, the person had fled on foot to a residence on Baily Lane. The person was subsequently arrested at that location a short time after.

Raymond YOUNG, 33-years-old from Elliot Lake was charged with: Arson – damage to property.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on November 7, 2024.

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Jamie-Lynn JONCAS – Break & Enter

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – Employee charged after money went missing at retirement home.

A tenant at the home was victim to theft of cash from their room approximately three weeks prior. On November 2, the tenant left their room for breakfast, but this time activated a camera. A retirement home employee was caught entering the tenant’s room unauthorized and going through drawers and a wallet.  The tenant reported the matter to the retirement home administrative director and the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were later called. The employee was subsequently arrested on November 5.    

Jamie-Lynn JONCAS, 42-years-old, of Elliot Lake, was charged with:

  • Break, enter a place with intent to commit indictable offence
  • Criminal breach of trust

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on December 12, 2024. 

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Vander LAVIGNE Charged After Vehicle Roll Over

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – Driver charged after vehicle roll over on Nordic Mine Road.

On November 2, 2024, at approximately 6:45 p.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to a grey pickup truck on it’s roof off Nordic Mine Road, just south of Elliot Lake.

Police arrived on scene a short time afterwards. The driver sustained minor injuries and the two passengers were uninjured. The vehicle was towed and driver charged. 

Vander LAVIGNE, 19-years-old, of Elliot Lake, was charged with – Careless driving.

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Another Dies In Police Custody

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – One person has been pronounced deceased and the province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate in the City of Elliot Lake. 

On October 27, 2024, shortly before 1:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call for service on Westhill Road, where one person was placed under arrest. While in custody, the individual went into medical distress and was transported to hospital, where they were pronounced deceased. 

The OPP has notified the SIU, which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will not be able to provide further information. Any other media inquiries should be directed to the SIU at [email protected].

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Kevin MIKKELSEN – Impaired Driving, Meth, Etc.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – An Elliot Lake resident was charged with impaired after an early morning complaint on Highland Place. 

On October 24, 2024, at approximately 5:30 a.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a complaint of man slumped over the steering wheel of a blue minivan and the motor running. Police attended and tried to speak to the man, but he was dancing to music inside the minivan and ignoring police. He then proceeded to urinate all over the steering wheel and driver’s seat area. The man continued to be uncooperative, but eventually entry was gained and the man safely arrested.  In his possession was suspected Fentanyl, crack cocaine, and crack pipes. There was also an open bottle of rum and cans of beer, both empty and full inside the van. The minivan was subsequently towed and impounded.

Kevin MIKKELSEN, 49-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Have care or control of vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
  • Have care or control of vehicle or boat with cannabis in open original packaging
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – opioid (other than heroin)

The accused was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on October 24, 2024.

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Lincoln PRZYBILLA-HUNTER – Break & Enter

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person in relation to a break-in on Amsterdam Road in Elliot Lake.

On October 16, 2024, at approximately 4:30 a.m. police were called by a resident on Amsterdam Road stating that an unknown man just entered their house with a knife, was acting very erratic, and looked to be high on drugs. Upon police arrival, the man ran out of the residence yelling that there was a bear chasing him. Because of the man’s delusional state and threat to public safety involving a knife in his possession, police safely and effectively arrested him and he was taken to the hospital for assessment.  

Lincoln PRZYBILLA-HUNTER, 27-years-old from Orillia was charged with:

·      Break, enter a place – with intent to commit indictable offence (two counts)

·      Resist Peace Officer

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court on this date.

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Maureen BERUBE – Drunk Driving

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – A person was charged after police responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 108, south of Elliot Lake

On October 6, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) vehicle crash approximately ten kilometers south of Elliot Lake. A small northbound Sport-Utility Vehicle (SUV) failed to negotiate a curve and collided with the guard rails, causing air bags to deploy. Algoma Paramedic Services were on scene and assessed the driver. Police also spoke to the driver who exhibited obvious signs of impairment. Furthermore, an empty bottle of wine and cans of beer were located inside the SUV. The driver was later arrested and the vehicle was towed and impounded.  

Maureen BERUBE, 58-years-old, from Garson was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on December 12, 2024.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Stephen LAWRENCE – Assault, Mischief

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON)- Accused arrested on outstanding warrants and while in custody more charges added.

On October 1, 2024, the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an assist call on Beckett Boulevard in the City of Elliot Lake.  At approximately 8:00 p.m., police attended the residence and were met by an individual who was requesting a ride to southern Ontario. 

Investigation determined the individual had outstanding warrants and was subsequently arrested. The accused was later transported to Blind River detachment and held for bail court. While in custody the accused took a blanket and shoved it down a toilet then urinated on the floor. The accused continually spat at staff, urinated on the floor and threw food all over the cell walls.

On October 2, 2024, at approximately 12:30 p.m., East Algoma’s Special Constable attended the cell area and was spat on in the face.

As a result, Stephen LAWRENCE, 41 years of age from Elliot Lake was charged with:

  • Mischief – destroys or damages property
  • Assault Peace Officer
  • Fail to attend court after having appeared
  • Fail to comply with Appearance Notice – court/fingerprints

The accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice-Bail Court in Blind River on October 2, 2024, and was remanded into custody.

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Myra SOUTHWIND – Meth

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – A driver was arrested and charged after numerous traffic complaints were reported in Elliot Lake.

On September 28, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received numerous complaints on Paris Drive about a female driving erratically in a small grey Sport-Utility Vehicle (SUV). The complainants also reported that the girl driving looked to be high on drugs and almost hit them. Police later located the SUV at a known residence on Tokyo Crescent and the female driver was subsequently arrested. Also, in her possession was approximately 3 grams of suspected methamphetamine. The driver was later assessed by an OPP Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) and charged.

Myra SOUTHWIND, 47-years-old, from Serpent River First Nation was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – Drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance -Methamphetamine

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on December 12, 2024.

The OPP would like to remind the motoring public to drive sober; this includes drug consumption as well. Impairment by drugs is a crime under the Criminal Code and drivers are subject to the same penalties as those who are charged with driving while impaired by alcohol.  A charge of impairment by drugs involves all drugs, be it prescription, over-the-counter and those that are illegal. 

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Michael MCCLEERY Was Arrested

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – Prohibited driver from Michigan charged in Elliot Lake.

On September 14, 2024, at approximately 3:45 p.m. East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting general patrol duties on Mississauga Avenue. Police recognized a four-door sedan with a Michigan plate as the driver had been previously charged with impaired operation in November of 2023.  

A subsequent vehicle stop was conducted and the driver was arrested. The vehicle was also towed and impounded.     

Michael MCCLEERY, 62-years-old, of Michigan was charged with – Operation While Prohibited Under the Criminal Code.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on October 10, 2024.

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Brandon FOURNIER Was Arrested

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person after a traffic stop on Mississauga Avenue in Elliot Lake.

On September 12, 2024, at approximately 11:15 a.m., police stopped a grey pickup truck with a cracked windshield. The driver also had a suspended driver’s license and drugs in their possession. 

Brandon FOURNIER, 25-years-old, of Spanish was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Driving while under suspension (two counts)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on November 14, 2024.

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David WADE – Threats

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged one person after ongoing family dispute.

On September 5, 2024, police responded to a dispute related call on Ste Camillus Crescent in the City of Elliot Lake. The complainant reported on-going disputes with a family member. On this date, there were numerous threats made to cause bodily harm and damage property belonging to the complainant.   

David WADE, 45-years-old, from Elliot Lake, was arrested and charged with:

  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm (two counts)
  • Uttering Threats – damage property
  • Failure to comply with undertaking

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on September 6, 2024.