Category: Guelph Police Service

Four arrested after male jumped

Four people have been arrested after a Guelph man was lured to a park and attacked Friday night.

Just after 11 p.m., Guelph Police received reports of an injured man in the downtown area. A short time later police located the 18-year-old at Guelph General Hospital and observed several injuries, including a large laceration on his head.

He explained he was lured to Exhibition Park to meet with a female, but when he arrived he was beaten up by three other people and had his watch stolen. The parties are all known to each other.

An 18-year-old Guelph man, 17-year-old Guelph girl and 16-year-old Guelph boy are all charged with assault causing bodily harm. The 16-year-old is also charged with theft under $5,000. The 15-year-old girl who arranged the meet-up is charged with being a party to assault causing bodily harm. All were released with upcoming court dates.

Drug charges following theft investigation

A Guelph man faces several drug charges after what began as a theft investigation.

Early Saturday afternoon police were investigating a stolen cellphone when they located a man downtown who matched the suspect’s description.

He was placed under arrest, and a search revealed quantities of suspected fentanyl and crystal methamphetamine as well as prescription opioids, a digital scale, drug packaging and cash.

A 38-year-old Guelph man is charged with two counts each of possessing controlled substances for the purpose of trafficking and possessing controlled substances. He will appear in court September 26.

Indecent act investigation

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a man yelled at a woman and then began masturbating Saturday afternoon.

Approximately 2:30 p.m. the woman was walking on Woolwich Street north of Speedvale Avenue when a man began yelling crude comments at her. She ignored him and walked to her bus stop, but the man followed her and began touching himself while speaking to her.

The woman walked away from him and got on her bus. The man was described as black, late 20s or 30s, 5’6” and clean shaven with short, buzzed hair. He walked with a shuffling gait and was wearing a black hoodie, grey pants and a black backpack.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Emily Richardson at 519-824-1212, ext. 7486, email [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.

Motorcyclist sought after collision

The Guelph Police Service is trying to identify a motorcyclist involved in a hit and run collision last week.

Approximately 9 a.m. August 13, a driver was waiting to turn from Speedvale Avenue West onto Marksam Road when his car was struck from behind by a motorcycle, causing extensive damage.

The motorcyclist suggested pulling into a nearby parking lot to exchange information before walking back to the scene and collecting parts from the bike. He then left the scene on the motorcycle at a high rate of speed.

The man was described as white, approximately 20, tall and thin with brown hair and scruffy facial hair. He was wearing a black, green and red full-face helmet and riding a black and green sport bike, possibly a Kawasaki Ninja.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Robert Panek of Guelph Police Traffic Services at 519-824-1212, ext. 7286, email [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.

Two impaired arrests

Two men were arrested for impaired driving in separate incidents on the weekend.

Approximately 1:30 p.m. Saturday police were called about an intoxicated man at a children’s baseball tournament on York Road. Witnesses reported the man parked his car nearby and was observed stumbling and walking into another vehicle. Officers arrived and spoke to the man, who was showing clear signs of impairment.

He was arrested and transported to the police station, where an officer trained in drug recognition determined his ability to drive was impaired by drugs.

A 42-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving.

Just before 1 a.m. Sunday, a member of Guelph Police Traffic Services was driving on Wellington Street West when he clocked a car travelling 82 km/h in a 60 km/h zone. The car was pulled over and the officer noted a strong odour of freshly applied cologne while speaking to the driver, who had glossy bloodshot eyes.

After failing a roadside breath test the man was arrested and transported to the police station, where further tests confirmed he had more than the legal amount of alcohol in his system. A 24-year-old Kitchener man is charged with impaired driving, speeding, driving without insurance and being a novice driver with alcohol in his system.

Both drivers had their licences suspended for 90 days and their vehicles impounded for seven days.

The Guelph Police Service would like to encourage 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.

Total calls for service in the last 72 hours – 661

Knife pulled on store staff

A Guelph man faces weapons charges after staff of an east-end store had a knife pulled on them Monday morning.

Approximately 9:15 a.m. police were called by a business near Victoria Road North and Grange Road. A man was inside the store when staff observed him placing items into a plastic bag. They approached and asked to see the contents of the bag, but the man pulled out a knife and gestured towards employees before leaving the store.

The owner of the business attempted to follow the suspect but a short distance away the man approached the complainant’s vehicle with the knife in his hand. Officers located and arrested him a short time later.

A 33-year-old Guelph man is charged with assault with a weapon, possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, theft under $5,000 and breaching a probation order. He will appear in court July 4.

Break-in attempt while resident home

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after an attempted break-in Monday while the resident was home.

Shortly before 11 a.m. police were called to an address near Dublin Street North and Green Street. The complainant advised she was attending an online lecture upstairs when she heard several loud bangs and then glass breaking.

She went downstairs and noted a broken window on her front door and glass in the entryway. There were also pry marks on the door and damage to the door and frame.

Witnesses described the male as white with brown hair and wearing all grey and possibly red shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Dan Urbshas at 519-824-1212, ext. 7240, email [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.

Toyota Highlander stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after an SUV was stolen from an east-end driveway.

Monday morning, a resident of Silurian Drive called to report her black 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander was stolen overnight. Security video showed suspects approaching the vehicle a number of times before it was stolen. At 12:24 a.m. a male described as white with a medium build and wearing shorts and a hoodie was dropped off by a light-coloured four-door sedan and appeared to be looking at the SUV while speaking on the phone.

More than an hour later two males were dropped off by a dark SUV and accessed the vehicle by smashing a window. Both appeared to be carrying corded electrical devices. The males left but minutes later one was dropped off a second time and stole the Highlander.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable John Schleen at 519-824-1212, ext. 7570, email [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.

Repeat thefts still under investigation

The Guelph Police Service continues to investigate after three males targeted the same business twice last month to steal pain management devices.

Just after 2:30 p.m. April 22, the three attended a business near Speedvale Avenue and Woolwich Street. One of the men entered the store while the other two waited outside and appeared to be acting as lookouts.

The suspect in the store removed three pain management devices valued at nearly $600. His accomplices opened an entrance door allowing him to flee with the merchandise.

Two days earlier the same three males had acted together to steal another device valued at $250.

The suspect who entered the business both times is described as a white male in his late 30s or 40s, average build and height with “stringy” hair almost to his shoulders and tattoos on his right arm and upper torso. During one of the incidents he was wearing chains around his neck, bracelets on both wrists and white-framed sunglasses.

Anyone with information or who recognizes the male in the attached photos is asked to call Constable Todd Van Iersel at 519-824-1212, ext. 7557, email [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 – 262

Thief assaults store staff

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a loss-prevention employee was assaulted while trying to stop a thief.

Approximately 6:45 p.m. Thursday police were called to a business near Silvercreek Parkway North and Speedvale Avenue West. Staff reported a man was seen in the store placing items into his backpack. When an employee asked him to instead use a store basket he fled the store.

The loss prevention employee followed him outside and attempted to arrest him, but the male pushed the employee into a concrete pillar and fled.

Responding officers were able to determine the male’s identity but he has not yet been located.

Arrest after daytime break-in

A Guelph man was arrested after a north-end homeowner reported someone inside his garage Thursday morning.

Shortly before 11 a.m. police began receiving calls about a suspicious male in the area of Waverley Drive and Balmoral Drive. One resident reported a male entered his unlocked truck and removed items including a garage door opener, which he used to enter the garage.

Officers arrived and saw the man leaving the garage and approaching another house. The original complainant confirmed the man was wearing a sweater, hat and blanket stolen from the victim’s truck and garage.

A 30-year-old Guelph man is charged with break and enter, possessing stolen property and two counts of breaching a probation order. He was held for a bail hearing Friday.

Lexus SUV stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a Lexus SUV was stolen Friday morning from a south-end driveway.

Approximately 6 a.m. a resident in the Rickson Ridge neighbourhood reported his black 2024 Lexus 500H missing from the driveway. The caller has both sets of keys and reported there was broken glass left behind.

Anyone with information is asked to call Special Constable Thomas Randell at 519-824-1212, ext. 7194, email [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.

The Guelph Police Service encourages residents to take steps to protect themselves from auto theft. This can include parking indoors when possible or in well-lit areas, ensuring vehicle doors and windows are closed and locked, employing anti-theft devices to prevent vehicles from being started or steered and using devices to block signals from electronic keys. Please report suspicious activity around unattended vehicles, especially during overnight hours.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 204

Driver struck pole, reversed, went for coffee

The Guelph Police Service is trying to identify a driver who struck a light post Tuesday evening, then left the scene and went through a nearby drive-through.

Just after 9 p.m., a witness reported a white sedan had struck a light post at Silvercreek Parkway North and Willow Road. The driver reversed and then continued northbound and pulled into a Tim Hortons drive-through near Speedvale Avenue West.

Officers followed a trail of coolant on the road until it dried up.

The involved vehicle was believed to be a Kia Optima four-door sedan which was white with a black roof. It sustained heavy front-end damage.

Anyone who recognizes the vehicle or has more information is asked to call Constable Tim Paneghel of the Guelph Police Service Traffic Unit at 519-824-1212, ext. 7529, or email [email protected].

Daycare entered, laptops later recovered

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a west-end childcare centre was entered and stolen laptops later recovered downtown.

Staff were called to the daycare at 7 a.m. Monday after staff arrived to find a rear door unlocked. Several laptops and chargers were reported stolen.

On Monday afternoon, officers patrolling downtown entered a social service agency and observed two males sitting at a table with a number of laptops in front of them. The males claimed they had found the laptops discarded in a bag. They were seized by police and further examination confirmed they had been stolen from the daycare.

The investigation is ongoing.

Man arrested for defrauding former boss

A Grey County man has been arrested after more than $2,000 in building supplies was fraudulently charged to his former employer last year.

On November 30, a man entered a building supply business and claimed he was the owner of an established Guelph business. He ordered and received more than $2,000 in materials, which were charged to the company’s account. Investigation revealed the man is a former employee.

A 39-year-old Grey County man has been charged with fraud under $5,000. He will appear in court May 16.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 219

Arrest after woman followed, sexually assaulted

A Guelph man was arrested Monday night after a woman was followed and sexually assaulted in front of many witnesses.

Approximately 3:45 p.m. Monday police received several 911 calls about a woman being attacked by a man near Speedvale Avenue West and the Hanlon Expressway.

Investigation revealed the man had followed her for a short distance. While she was waiting at the crosswalk the man pulled down her pants from behind, knocked her to the ground and sexually assaulted her. This was witnessed by several people driving in the area who stopped and intervened.

The victim in her 20s was transported to hospital for treatment.

The suspect fled before officers arrived but was caught on the surveillance video of several nearby businesses and identified. He was located and arrested just after 10 p.m.

A 19-year-old Guelph man is charged with sexual assault and assault. He was held for a bail hearing Tuesday.

Arson arrest after brush fire

A Guelph woman was arrested for arson following an east-end brush fire Monday morning.

Approximately 8:35 a.m. police were called to attend York Road near Victoria Road South by the Guelph Fire Department, which had extinguished a small brush fire. Firefighters believe the fire could have posed a significant threat due to the number of trees in the area. The property is also surrounded by businesses.

Officers located a woman in the area. After speaking to her she was placed under arrest.

A 45-year-old Guelph woman is charged with arson and breaching a probation order. She was held for a bail hearing Tuesday.

E-scooter stolen from outside business

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after an expensive e-scooter was stolen from outside a downtown business Monday evening.

A Guelph woman parked her grey KQi2 scooter – valued at approximately $800 – outside a business near Gordon Street and Wellington Street. When she came outside approximately 6:40 p.m. it was gone.

Surveillance video showed a male approaching the scooter, stepping on and driving it away. He was described as a white male in his 20s or early 30s, average height and build, light brown or dark blonde hair in a bun and wearing a black sweater with white writing on the front, faded and torn jeans and dark shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Connor Vaivods at 519-824-1212, ext. 7226, email [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 – 240

Arrest after stranger sexually assaulted

A Kitchener man faces sexual assault and forcible confinement charges after a woman in Guelph was assaulted by a stranger on Friday.

Emergency services were called to a Guelph home Friday morning. An adult female said she was walking near Willow Road and Silvercreek Parkway North just after 6 a.m. when she spoke to a male who was in a vehicle. She reported the male forcibly got her into his vehicle where she was sexually assaulted.

Investigation led to the identity of a suspect, who was arrested Friday afternoon at his workplace in Guelph. A 45-year-old Kitchener man is charged with sexual assault causing bodily harm, sexual assault by strangling and forcible confinement. He was held for a bail hearing Monday.

Man sleeps in model home, leaves wallet behind

A Guelph man is charged with break and enter after someone entered a model home, slept in the bed and left a wallet behind.

Saturday afternoon police were called to a model home in the south end. A local builder reported finding a window broken and a door ajar. Officers located blood on the broken window, and a trail of blood drops going inside the home where they found an empty beer can in the kitchen.

In a bedroom officers located a wallet on a nightstand. While officers were still investigating, they learned the owner of the wallet was being investigated for damaging a vehicle downtown by kicking it. Officers dealing with the male confirmed he had a fresh injury on his hand.

A 34-year-old Guelph man charged with break and enter, mischief under $5,000 and breaching a probation order. He was held for a bail hearing Monday.

South-end business entered

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a south-end business was entered early Saturday.

Approximately 6:30 a.m. the owner of a business near Stone Road West and Edinburgh Road South reported he had received an activation from his alarm company and attended the business to find a back door open. A male was observed on video arriving at the business on a bicycle and forcing open the door.

He walked around the business before activating the alarm, at which point he fled.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Keith Kolodziejczak at 519-824-1212, ext. 7452, email [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.

Audi seized from repeat offender

A Guelph man had his Audi seized indefinitely after he was caught for a second time driving without a licence or insurance.

Just after 4 p.m. Friday, a member of the Guelph Police Traffic Unit was patrolling on Victoria Road South when his automated licence plate reader alerted him to a vehicle with an expired permit. Investigation confirmed the driver has not been licensed since 2017.

The Audi SUV was stopped and the owner, who was driving, confirmed he does not have insurance. Investigation revealed the male was charged last summer with driving without a licence and driving without insurance.

A 40-year-old Guelph man is charged with driving without a licence, driving without insurance, driving a vehicle without a permit and using improper licence plates. To prevent continuation of the offences his vehicle will be impounded until the charges are dealt with or he can convince a court to release it.

Two impaired arrests

Two Guelph men were arrested for impaired driving on the weekend, including one who was driving a rented vehicle.

Approximately 7 a.m. Saturday, an officer was patrolling near Speedvale Avenue West and Kathleen Street when he observed a vehicle travelling at a high speed and changing lanes without signalling. The vehicle was stopped and the officer detected an odour of alcohol.

After failing a roadside breath test he was transported to the police station, where further tests confirmed he had more than the legal amount of alcohol in his system. A 32-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving and dangerous driving. His licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for seven days.

Just before 5 p.m. Saturday, a vehicle was caught on radar travelling 87 km/h in a 50 km/h zone on Clair Road West. The officer spoke to the driver and asked him to perform a roadside breath test, which resulted in a fail. Further testing at the police station confirmed he had more than the legal amount of alcohol in his system.

A 47-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving and speeding. His licence was suspended for 90 days and his rented Ford Bronco was impounded for seven days.

The Guelph Police Service would like to encourage 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.

Total calls for service in the last 72 hours – 738

Wanted man tries to flee, gets arrested

A Guelph man faces more than a dozen new charges after he was arrested Tuesday evening on an outstanding warrant.

Approximately 7:25 p.m. officers were in the area of Norfolk Street and Paisley Road when they spotted a man known to be wanted for charges including break and enter. He tried to flee but was caught after a short foot pursuit. He resisted and tried to pull away from officers while providing a fake name.

A search incident to arrest revealed a modified slingshot, pliers and other tools and several pieces of identification and credit cards in other people’s names. Investigation revealed he is on probation with a condition not to possess weapons.

A 31-year-old Guelph man is charged with obstructing police, resisting arrest, unauthorized possession of a weapon, possessing break-in tools, possessing stolen property and several counts of breaching court orders. He was held for a bail hearing Wednesday.

Luring suspect now also facing child porn charges

A Toronto man earlier charged with luring and sexual assault charges for allegedly taking two Guelph teens to a hotel for sex is now also facing child pornography charges.

On February 1, two 13-year-old girls were reported missing to the Guelph Police Service. The two minors were located by officers and the Guelph Police Human Trafficking Unit began an investigation as the girls reported they had been taken to a local hotel by an adult male. The parties had met through a social media platform. 

On February 12, a 22-year-old Toronto man was arrested for two counts each of luring, sexual assault, sexual interference and invitation to sexual touching. He was later released on bail.

Following his arrest, police seized the man’s phone and later obtained a search warrant to examine it. As a result of that examination, he has now additionally been charged with two counts each of making and possessing child pornography.

He will appear in a Guelph court March 18.

Tesla seized indefinitely

A Guelph man had his Tesla seized indefinitely after he was twice caught Tuesday evening driving while suspended.

Approximately 5:40 p.m. a member of the Guelph Police Traffic Unit was patrolling near Gordon Street and Wellington Street when his cruiser’s automated licence plate reader alerted him to a vehicle owned by a suspended driver.

The vehicle was pulled over in a parking lot and the owner found to be in the driver’s seat. Investigation also revealed the vehicle is not currently registered or insured.

A 27-year-old Guelph man was charged with driving while suspended, driving without insurance and driving a vehicle without a valid permit.

The officer asked the man if he wanted a tow truck called to move his car from the parking lot, but he said he would make the arrangements himself.

A short time later, while the officer was completing his paperwork nearby, he saw the Tesla driving out of the parking lot onto Wellington Street West. It was pulled over and the same man was issued three more tickets for the same offences.

This time he was not given an option. To prevent continuation of the offences the car was seized under the Highway Traffic Act. It will be impounded until the charges are concluded or the owner is able to convince a court to release it.

Arrest after two strangers assaulted

A Guelph man was arrested Tuesday night after two others were assaulted by a stranger downtown.

Approximately 11:35 p.m. police were called to Macdonell Street. The caller advised he was waiting for a bus with two friends when a male not known to them approached and punched one of his friends in the face, causing his nose to bleed. He then punched the other friend in the face before walking away.

The three friends followed the suspect to an apartment building and saw him go inside. While officers were speaking to them, they observed the suspect looking down at them from his apartment.

A 21-year-old Guelph man is charged with two counts of assault. He will appear in court May 6.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 254