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Guelph Police Daily Update

Fatal house fire under investigation

On Monday morning, approximately 12:40 a.m. a 911 call was received regarding a house fire near Edinburgh Road South and Wilsonview Avenue.

Emergency responders attended the scene, and the Guelph Fire Department was able to put out the fire.  Sadly, two adult female residents of the home succumbed to injuries as a result of the fire. Two other occupants were able to escape and were treated at hospital for smoke inhalation and minor injuries. 

At this time the Ontario Fire Marshall’s office has been contacted and will be investigating with the assistance of the Guelph Police Service and the Guelph Fire Department.  This investigation is ongoing.

Off-duty officer foils theft

A man and woman face theft and drug charges after an off-duty Guelph Police Service officer foiled a significant theft Saturday.

Approximately 3:15 p.m. the officer was shopping at the business on Woodlawn Road West when he saw a man leaving with more than $2,600 in product. He approached the man as he was loading the items into a car and placed him under arrest for theft. The man initially provided a false name.

On-duty officers arrived a short time later and continued the arrest of the man and a woman who was sitting in the driver’s seat. A search of the vehicle revealed quantities of suspected methamphetamine, cocaine, psilocybin and fentanyl as well as digital scales, drug paraphernalia and multiple cellphones.

A 36-year-old man and 25-year-old woman, both from London, are charged with theft under $5,000, possessing stolen property and possession for the purpose of trafficking. The man is also charged with obstructing police and was held for a bail hearing Monday. The woman will appear in court April 26.

Bank accounts opened in false names

A Brampton man faces a number of charges after opening bank accounts in two separate false names Friday.

Police were called to the TD Canada Trust branch on Paisley Road after a customer opened an account using a Republic of Liberia passport. Staff were suspicious of the man and called police. The man left quickly but was stopped and arrested a short distance away. Investigation revealed he had opened another account earlier in the day at a different TD branch using a Republic of Malawi passport.

A search of the man’s vehicle revealed identification documents and banking cards in six different names.

A 29-year-old Brampton man faces several fraud-related charges. He was held for a bail hearing and has been released to appear in court April 19.

Two arrests at RIDE, third driver flees

Two motorists were arrested for impaired driving during weekend RIDE spot checks, while a third is wanted for fleeing.

Guelph Police Service officers conducted RIDE checks at multiple locations on the weekend to check for impaired drivers. A 23-year-old Brampton man and 51-year-old Durham man were each arrested for impaired driving. The Durham man is also charged with refusing to provide a breath sample. Both drivers had their licences suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

Approximately 12:05 a.m. Saturday, officers were set up near Gordon Street and Waterloo Avenue when an officer spoke to the driver of a white SUV and detected an odour of alcohol. The driver was asked to pull to the side of the road to conduct a breath test, but instead sped away.

Another officer patrolling in the area saw the SUV running several stop lights and nearly colliding with other vehicles. The investigation to identify the driver is ongoing.

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.

Arrest for assaulting protester

A Guelph man has been arrested for assaulting a right to life protester.

Just after 6 p.m. last Thursday, a man in his 60s was standing near Woolwich Street and Eramosa Road with a sign when he was approached by a second man. The second man stared at him for some time and then stepped very close to him before punching the protester in the side of the head, knocking his glasses off.

The suspect was located downtown Friday evening and arrested. A 49-year-old Guelph man is charged with assault. He will appear in court April 23.

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Man Ignores Bank Staff Warnings & Loses $180,000

The Guelph Police Service is again warning the public to be cautious when investing online after a local man lost more than $180,000, much of it after ignoring warnings from bank staff that he was being scammed.

On Friday, a Guelph man in his 60s contacted police to report the fraud. He reported last November he responded to an online ad for a supposed Bitcoin investment firm. Since then, he sent more than $34,000 through e-transfers and $151,000 through wire transfers. He told police staff at his bank warned him he was being scammed, but he did not believe them and insisted on completing the transfers.

He became suspicious when he was contacted and asked to send another $60,000 to cover administrative fees.

Residents are warned to be wary of any online contact, and to investigate thoroughly before sending money to anyone. Cryptocurrency scams are very difficult to investigate and the odds of recovering lost funds is very low.

Anyone who suspects they have been the victim of cybercrime or fraud should report it to their local police and to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre’s online reporting system or by phone at 1-888-495-8501. If there is no financial loss it should still be reported it to the CAFC

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Drug Bust – Executed At Residence

A Guelph male faces drug and property charges after a warrant was executed at his residence last week.

On January 15, 2021, members of the Guelph Police Service High Enforcement Action Team (HEAT) and Tactics and Rescue Unit executed a warrant at an apartment unit on Imperial Road North near Speedvale Avenue West. Information had been received in late 2020 about occupants of the apartment trafficking controlled substances.

A 32-year-old Guelph female was arrested on scene and faces charges of possessing controlled substances and possessing stolen property under $5,000. She will appear in court May 7, 2021.

Following further investigation, a 37-year-old Guelph male was arrested at the apartment on Wednesday. He is charged with five counts of possessing a controlled substance, three counts of possessing identity documents not in his name and two counts of breaching probation. A small amount of fentanyl, methamphetamine and other controlled substances were seized.

He will appear in court May 11, 2021.

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Suspended Street Racer Too Drunk To Find Exit Arrested

A Guelph townhouse complex proved too confusing for an impaired driver early Thursday, after his suspicious driving prompted a call to police.

Approximately 12:15 a.m., the Guelph Police Service were called to a complex on Gordon Street near Arkell Road. The caller indicated the driver seemed unable to locate the exit and the caller believed he might be impaired.

Police responded and located the vehicle in the complex. The driver admitted consuming alcoholic beverages earlier in the evening and subsequently failed a roadside breath test.

A 30-year-old Guelph male is charged with impaired operation and impaired operation – blood alcohol concentration. It was learned his driver’s license was suspended for street racing and he was additionally charged with driving while suspended.

His driver’s license was immediately suspended for 90 days and his vehicle impounded for seven days.

The male will appear in court February 19, 2021.

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Home Invasion – Confused On Cocaine

A Guelph male was arrested early Thursday morning after walking into his neighbour’s house when she opened the door to let her dog out.

About 4:10 a.m., the Guelph Police Service was called to attend a home in the area of Summit Ridge Drive and Eastview Road. The adult female homeowner told police she had let her dog out in the backyard when she saw a male hop over her back fence and walk towards her, eventually walking inside the house.

The male was still inside the home when officers arrived a short time later. He appeared disoriented, later revealing to police he had ingested cocaine.

A 28-year-old Guelph male is charged with being unlawfully in a dwelling. He will appear in court May 14, 2021.

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24 Year Old Attempts To Have Sex With 12 Year Old – Re-arrested 90 Minutes After Release For Violations

A 24-year-old Guelph male has been arrested on luring charges after arranging to meet up with a 12-year-old girl. When the male arrived at the meeting spot Wednesday morning he was instead met by members of the Guelph Police Service.

On December 8, 2020, members of the Guelph Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit entered into an investigation after learning an adult male was having sexual conversations with a child. During these conversations an in-person meeting was arranged.

A Guelph male was arrested and charged with luring a person under the age of 16 and agreement to commit a sexual offence against a person under the age of 16. He was subsequently released with conditions including one banning him from possessing any device which can access the internet.

Approximately 90 minutes after his release the male was observed at a commercial establishment purchasing a new cell phone and SIM card and was arrested for breaching his release conditions. He is scheduled to appear in a Guelph court March 23, 2021.

Cybertip.ca is Canada’s largest tip line for reporting the online sexual exploitation of children.  Tips from the public can help protect children from sexual abuse.  Canadians are encouraged to report concerns to Cybertip.ca if someone they know may be victimizing children online.  For more information visit cybertip.ca.

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