Category: Guelph Police Service

Second arrest in robbery, attempted robbery

A second Waterloo man has been arrested for attempting to rob a Guelph business and robbing a Brantford business nearly two years ago.

Shortly after noon June 19, 2023, three males in a stolen vehicle attended a business on Silvercreek Parkway North. They were wearing gloves, masks and sunglasses and carrying reusable shopping bags, but were unable to enter the business as the front doors were locked as a safety precaution.

Later that afternoon the males drove the same stolen vehicle to a Brantford business, where they brandished weapons and stole a large quantity of prescription medication.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, an 18-year-old Waterloo man was arrested in Toronto Wednesday while serving a sentence for an unrelated matter. The accused, who was 16 at the time of these crimes, is charged with robbery, attempted robbery, possessing stolen property over $5,000 and several weapons offences. He will appear in court March 19.

A 19-year-old Waterloo man, who was 17 at the time, was earlier arrested on similar charges and will appear in court later this month. The investigation is ongoing.

Arrest in $50k lotto theft

A Waterloo man has been arrested in connection with the theft of nearly $50,000 worth of scratch-off lottery tickets late last year.

Police were called December 16 to a business on Woodlawn Road West. Investigation revealed a suspect had pried open the front doors to gain entry to the store the previous day. 

They were captured on video a short time later exiting the business with two reusable shopping bags filled with scratch tickets and fleeing in their vehicle. The owner of the business advised the tickets were not activated at the time of the theft and would be flagged so they could not be redeemed. 

An investigation by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation revealed someone had attempted to redeem one of the stolen tickets the morning of December 15 at a business in Waterloo. 

On Wednesday morning a 39-year-old Waterloo man was arrested and charged with break and enter and possessing stolen property over $5,000.

One Tundra located, another stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a Toyota Tundra stolen over the weekend was recovered but another was stolen.

Approximately 7:30 a.m. Saturday, a resident near Flanders Road and Devere Drive reported his grey 2024 Tundra had been stolen from the driveway sometime overnight. It was described as having a grey fiberglass cap on the back. The truck was one of two Tundras stolen in Guelph over the weekend, while attempts were made on four others.

Early Tuesday morning the truck was located by police in Brampton and will be returned to the owner.

Approximately 4:20 a.m. Thursday, a resident near Whitelaw Road and Paisley Road reported his 2024 grey Tundra had just been stolen from the driveway. The complainant said he was watching TV and heard a noise outside. When he went to investigate he saw his truck being driven towards Fife Road followed by a black pickup.

Anyone with information about the most recent theft is asked to call Detective Sergeant Ian Smith of the Guelph Police Break Enter Auto Theft Unit at 519-824-1212, ext. 7125, 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 – 207

Arson and assault charges

A Guelph man faces arson and assault charges following two separate incidents at a group home Saturday.

Just after 7:30 a.m. emergency services were called to an address near Edinburgh Road South and Municipal Street. Several residents had been involved in a verbal dispute when one used a butane canister to set a bathroom counter on fire. The fire was contained to the bathroom and no injuries were reported.

Later that afternoon two residents were arguing in the kitchen and one threw a pot, which narrowly missed the other resident but caused a large dent in a fridge.

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

Man tried to get child in car

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a man tried to get a child into his vehicle Saturday night.

Approximately 9 p.m. a mother and her 13-year-old daughter had just left a business near Paisley Road and Imperial Road South. The daughter was approached by a man who told her to get into the vehicle to play a game called “happy car.” The mother yelled at the man and he drove away.

He was described as a white man in his late 20s or early 30s, with wavy light sandy brown hair and a goatee. He was driving a white SUV.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Abdullah Eidokheil at 519-824-1212, ext. 7415, 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.

3 officers assaulted, woman arrested

A Guelph woman faces charges after three Guelph Police officers were assaulted Sunday morning.

Shortly after 10 a.m. police were attempting to arrest a man downtown on an unrelated matter. A woman began screaming in the face of an officer involved in the arrest and pulled her foot back as if she was going to kick the officer.

A second officer arrived on scene and tried to detain the woman, who kicked him in the shin. She was arrested and transported to the police station, where she kicked another officer while being searched.

A 53-year-old Guelph woman is charged with two counts of assault to prevent an arrest and one count of assaulting a police officer. She was held for a bail hearing Monday.

Two Tundras stolen, four more attempts

Toyota Tundras remain at the top of thieves’ hit list in Guelph, with two more stolen over the weekend and attempts made on four others.

Just after 7 a.m. Friday, a resident of Clairfields Drive West reported they had come outside in the morning to find a window broken on their 2022 Tundra and the steering wheel cut to remove an anti-theft device. The truck is equipped with an immobilizer device, preventing it from being stolen.

Just after 2 a.m. Saturday a resident near Grange Road and Cityview Drive North reported someone had just attempted to steal his 2023 Tundra, smashing a window and breaking part of the steering column. The truck was equipped with a brake pedal locking device.

Surveillance video revealed two males – one dressed in all black and the other in all red – arriving in a small silver car and approaching the truck. A small white SUV with a moon roof also drove past twice however it is not known if the occupants were involved.

A short time later, a resident near Willow Road and Marksam Road reported his black 2024 Tundra had just been stolen from his driveway. He reported seeing a white Acura SUV and silver Hyundai sedan stopping in front of his house and a short time later saw his truck being driven away.

Just before 3 a.m. Saturday a resident near Kortright Road West and Ironwood Road was awakened by a grinding sound. He looked outside and saw two vehicles – described as a white SUV and a red SUV – fleeing from the area. A window had been smashed on his Tundra and the steering wheel had been cut to remove an anti-theft device.

Approximately two hours later, police were called by a resident near Pine Ridge Drive and Farley Drive, who was awakened by a motion sensor alarm. He looked outside and saw a man walking away from the his Tundra. The man got into the passenger side of another Tundra which had been parked along the street.

That Tundra drove and parked in front of the complainant’s house. He activated his alarm and the two males ran back to the second truck and fled the area.

Approximately 7:30 a.m. Saturday, a resident near Flanders Road and Devere Drive reported his grey 2024 Tundra had been stolen from the driveway sometime overnight. It was described as having a grey fiberglass cap on the back.

Since September 1, nine Toyota Tundras have been stolen in Guelph and attempts have been made to steal at least eight more.

Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Sergeant Ian Smith of the Guelph Police Break Enter Auto Theft Unit at 519-824-1212, ext. 7125, 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.

Expired plate leads to impaired

An expired licence plate permit led to an impaired driving charge for a Guelph man Saturday night.

Just after 11 a.m. a vehicle was pulled over on Grange Street because the permit was expired. While speaking to the driver an odour of alcohol was detected on his breath. After failing a roadside breath test the driver 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 47-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving. His licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. He will appear in court February 18.

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 – 747

Tools stolen from truck at hotel

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after approximately $3,000 worth of tools were stolen from a vehicle at a south-end hotel.

Approximately 11:40 p.m. Wednesday police were called to a hotel near Laird Road and Southgate Drive. A witness had observed a male breaking into a pickup truck in the parking lot. Investigation revealed a window had been smashed to access the tools, including drills, saws, socket sets and other tools with a total value of $3,000.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Karson Massey at 519-824-1212, ext. 7594, 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.

Alcohol stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a man stole approximately $660 worth of alcohol from a Guelph business Wednesday night.

Shortly before 9 p.m. police were called to the LCBO location on Paisley Road. An employee told police she recognized the male from previous incidents and followed him as he walked around the store selecting several bottles of alcohol and placing them in a bag. He did not speak and eventually walked out with nine bottles.

The suspect was described as a brown-skinned male, six feet tall with dark features and hair. He was wearing a black jacket, black jeans, black shoes and a balaclava and carrying a green and beige canvas bag.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Mallory Woeller at 519-824-1212, ext. 7462, 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.

Man arrested, cable recovered

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after fiber optic cable was seized following an arrest Wednesday morning.

Just before 10 a.m. an officer was patrolling on York Road near Cityview Drive when he observed a man known to be wanted for missing a court date. He was seen entering a vacant lot carrying two bags and then exiting with just one.

A 42-year-old Guelph man was arrested for failing to attend. He was held for a bail hearing Thursday. A search of the area revealed a black and green knapsack containing several pieces of fiber optic cable, which was seized for further investigation.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 268

Arrest in parking lot rage

A Guelph man faces assault and mischief charges following a parking lot dispute between two motorists.

Just after 1 p.m. Sunday, police were called to a parking lot on Wellington Street West. Investigation revealed a man, who was a passenger in a vehicle, got upset after another driver honked his horn. The man approached the vehicle and kicked it, causing a large dent.

When the driver of the dented vehicle got out to confront him, the man retrieved a crowbar and held it over his head in a threatening manner.

A 40-year-old Guelph man is charged with mischief under $5,000 and assault with a weapon. He will appear in court March 14.

Home entered overnight

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a south-end home was entered while the tenants slept.

Tuesday morning police were called to a townhouse unit on Edinburgh Road South near Wilsonview Avenue. The resident said he went to bed approximately 11 p.m. and when he awoke the front door was wide open and he saw footprints leading into the living room. Two sets of keys were noted to be missing.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Jasmin Manani at 519-824-1212, ext. 7273, 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.

Theft and mischief charges

A Guelph man faces theft and mischief charges after an incident Monday at a business.

Approximately 7 a.m. police received a call from the owner of a business on Edinburgh Road South about two people inside the business causing damage. While one appeared to act as lookout, the other tampered with the coin compartments of laundry machines and was able to remove one of them.

Before leaving the business the male also picked up a candy dispenser and took it with him.

A 21-year-old Guelph man is charged with mischief under $5,000, theft under $5,000 and breaching a probation order. He was held for bail and has been released to appear in court March 7.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 262

Students cautioned over AI-generated nudes

Two Guelph high school students were educated about child pornography offences earlier this month after they were found to have used an artificial intelligence program to create nude images of several classmates.

On January 13, the Guelph Police Service learned from a local school administrator about students in possession of images which appeared to depict other students in the nude.

Investigation revealed two 15-year-old males had used AI to create images of five female students using photos taken from the victims’ social media accounts. All five are aware of the investigation.

The two subject males were remorseful for their actions and have been referred to an educational program through the John Howard Society in lieu of charges.

$100k in cigarettes stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after approximately $100,000 worth of cigarettes were stolen from an east-end business.

At 1:20 a.m. Sunday police were called by an alarm company reporting a break-in at a business near Victoria Road North and Grange Street.

Investigation revealed suspects used tools to pry open a door and interior metal gate. A large quantity of cigarettes were loaded into the back of a vehicle.

The incident is under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Constable Nick Borg of the Break Enter Auto Theft Unit at 519-824-1212, ext. 7172, 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.

Same business entered twice

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after the same downtown business was entered twice in consecutive days.

Just after 5 a.m. Sunday, the owner of a business near Gordon Street and Wellington Street called police to report he could see someone on video inside the business. Officers arrived a short time later and the suspect was gone. A small amount of cash was reported missing.

Just after 5 a.m. Monday, the complainant called to report a second break-in which had just occurred. Again a small amount of cash was reported missing. A tool was left behind by the suspect.

The subject male was described as white, 5’10” with a medium to stocky build. He was wearing a black or dark blue winter jacket with the hood up and a logo on the left chest, a royal blue hoodie underneath, black track pants with zippers on the thighs, black gloves, sunglasses and a black face covering.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Anthony Hall at 519-824-1212, ext. 7582, email [email protected], or Constable Mallory Woeller at ext. 7462 or via email at [email protected]. Anonymous messages can be left for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.csgw.tips.

Honda Civic stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a Honda Civic was reported stolen.

Monday afternoon a resident near Edinburgh Road South and Water Street reported he had parked his car in the parking garage the previous afternoon and it was missing.

The vehicle was described as a black 2021 Honda Civic with chrome rims, a sunroof and tinted windows. It has a small dent on the rear under the Civic logo.

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.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 270

Knife held to victim’s neck

A Guelph man faces assault and weapons charges after another man had a knife held to his neck Thursday afternoon.

Approximately 4:20 p.m. staff of a downtown social service agency called police after learning of an incident which took place 30 minutes earlier. A resident accused another male of stealing his cigarettes, holding a knife to his neck as he continued questioning him. Staff later observed the interaction on video.

Both involved males had left the property before police arrived, however the suspect was located a couple hours later and arrested.

A 24-year-old Guelph man is charged with assault with a weapon, possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose and two counts of breaching a probation order. He was held for a bail hearing Friday.

VW Rabbit stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating the theft of a Volkswagen this week.

Thursday morning a resident of Woolwich Street near Division Street reported he had parked his white 2007 Rabbit two-door outside his residence the previous evening and when he went outside Thursday it was gone.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Jonathan 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.

Crash closes road overnight

A Mississauga man is charged with careless driving after a crash which left a major south-end street partially closed overnight.

Just after 10 p.m. police were called to Kortright Road West at Ironwood Road. A witness reported a driver had lost control and struck a light post, knocking it down and completely blocking westbound Kortright Road. There were no injuries reported.

A 20-year-old Mississauga man is charged with careless driving.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 232

Weapons, drug charges following lockdown

A Guelph teen faces weapons and drug charges following an incident Wednesday which led to a high school being briefly placed in lockdown.

Approximately 1:40 p.m. police were called to the south-end school. Staff had learned a male attended the school to sell cannabis to students, and during an interaction in a bathroom brandished a small black handgun.

Officers arrived minutes later and located the male just outside the school. He was placed under arrest. A search revealed a black bb gun in the male’s pocket as well as a quantity of cannabis separated into various packages.

A 17-year-old Guelph male is charged with carrying a concealed weapon, possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, failing to comply with a judicial release and two counts under the Cannabis Act including selling to an individual under 18. He will appear in court March 5.

The arrested youth was not a student at the high school.

Man injured in road rage incident

The Guelph Police Service is looking to speak to witnesses after a motorist was struck and injured during a road rage incident Wednesday afternoon.

Approximately 3:10 p.m. emergency services were called to the area of Laird Road and Hanlon Creek Boulevard for an injured male. Investigation revealed two drivers had been engaged in a verbal dispute. While one male was walking back to his vehicle he was struck by the other one. The victim in his 30s was transported to hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries and his vehicle was also struck and damaged.

The driver of a dark grey GMC Terrain fled the scene. It will be missing the passenger-side mirror and have damage to the front passenger side.

Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact Constable Michael Braga of the Guelph Police Service Traffic Unit 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.

Lottery ticket theft investigation

The Guelph Police Service is continuing to investigate and seeking the public’s assistance after nearly $50,000 worth of scratch-off lottery tickets were stolen from a north-end business late last year.

Police were called December 16 to a business on Woodlawn Road West. Investigation revealed a suspect had pried open the front doors to gain entry to the store overnight.

They were captured on video a short time later exiting the business with two reusable shopping bags filled with scratch tickets and fleeing in their vehicle. The owner of the business advised the tickets were not activated at the time of the theft and would be flagged so they could be redeemed.

An investigation by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation revealed someone had attempted to redeem one of the stolen tickets the morning of December 15 at a business in Waterloo.

Police believe the male in the attached photos might have information relevant the investigation. Anyone who recognizes the male or has information about the theft is asked to call Detective Constable Adam Roszell of the Guelph Police Service General Investigations Unit at 519-824-1212, ext. 7117, 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 – 213

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a break-in Tuesday morning at a south-end business.

Approximately 5:30 a.m. a resident called 911 after observing suspects breaking into a business near Gordon Street and Lowes Road. One male smashed a window and entered the business, passing product to a second male who placed it in the bed of a pickup. Both suspects entered the passenger side of the vehicle, suggesting the involvement of a third person who was driving.

The first suspect was described as wearing a camouflage jacket, red hoodie and pants. The second was wearing all black, including a black winter coat. They were driving a newer white extended-cab pickup with a black tonneau cover and the licence plate covered. The truck was last seen westbound on Lowes Road.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Allison Bell-Davies at 519-824-1212, ext. 7449, 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.

Woman arrested in theft investigation

A Guelph woman who was allegedly part of a theft ring targeting businesses across the city last summer has been arrested.

In September, the Guelph Police Service Break Enter Auto Theft Unit began an investigation into a series of thefts and robberies which occurred between May and August. Eight individuals were eventually identified as working together during these incidents.

On Tuesday, a 32-year-old Guelph woman was arrested for two counts of theft under $5,000. She was held for a bail hearing Wednesday.

The investigation is ongoing. A 28-year-old Guelph man was previously arrested while six others remain outstanding with warrants for their arrest.

Alcohol theft remains under investigation

The Guelph Police Service continues to investigate after three people made off with $2,700 worth of alcohol from an east-end business earlier this month.

Just after 4 p.m. January 2, police were dispatched to a business on Speedvale Avenue East. Staff reported two men and a woman had just left the store with more than 30 bottles of scotch and tequila.

The first suspect was described as a white male wearing a blue and black coat, hoodie and Blue Jays baseball cap. The second was described as a possibly white male wearing a grey coat with black fur trim on the hood and dark pants. The third was a white female with blonde hair wearing a red coat with black fur trim on the hood and dark pants.

Anyone who recognizes the individuals in the attached photos or has other information is asked to call Constable Christian Godin at 519-824-1212, ext. 7288, 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.

Possible break-in attempt

The Guelph Police Service is investigating a possible break-in attempt at a downtown business.

Shortly after 9 a.m. Monday an employee of a business near Gordon Street and Wellington Street arrived to work to find an exterior window smashed and a flashlight left behind. No entry was gained to the business.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Jason Hollinger at 519-824-1212, ext. 7603, 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.

Arrest after several incidents

A Guelph man faces charges after a series of disturbances downtown on Friday.

Approximately 2:15 p.m. police were called to the provincial courthouse on Wyndham Street South for reports of a male causing a disturbance by kicking windows and yelling at staff and members of the public.

Officers moved him along, but just over an hour later the same male attended a nearby restaurant where he took a drink without paying, yelled at staff and smashed a window causing more than $500 in damage.

An hour after that, police received several calls from a nearby park about a male near the playground yelling at families and causing some to leave out of fear for their safety.

A 30-year-old Guelph man is charged with mischief under $5,000, causing a disturbance and two counts of breaching a probation order. He was held for bail and has been released to appear in court February 7.

64 bottles of liquor stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after more than 60 bottles of scotch and cognac were stolen from a south-end business in separate incidents Sunday evening.

Approximately 7:15 p.m. a male entered the LCBO store on Scottsdale Drive and began concealing bottles of scotch in his jacket. A short time later a second male attended with a wheeled bag, placed 18 bottles of scotch inside and walked out of the store. The first male then also left the store.

The suspects were described as:

1. 5’7”, 35 to 40 years of age, 160 pounds and wearing a black jacket, blue scarf and blue hat and carrying a blue bag
2. 5’9”, 35 to 40, 180 pounds and wearing a black shirt, green khaki pants, red and black hat with Punisher logo and Converse shoes and pulling a blue roller bag

In total 20 bottles of alcohol were stolen. Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Matt Simpson at 519-824-1212, ext. 7318, 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.

Less than an hour later, two males entered the same store and made their way to the warehouse section where they began placing high-end products on a cart. They left out a rear door with 44 bottles of scotch and cognac.

They were described as:

1. Brown male with a beard, wearing a green jacket, grey sweatpants, checkered scarf and black and white shoes
2. Brown male wearing a black jacket, black pants, black winter hat and white shoes

It is not known if the incidents are related. Anyone with information about the second incident is asked to call Constable Jonathan 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.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 235

Arrest after robbery with suspected bear spray

A Guelph man faces robbery and weapons charges after suspected bear spray was discharged inside a west-end apartment building.

Just after 6 a.m. Saturday police were called to an apartment building near Willow Road and Dawson Road for a concerning smell inside the building. Officers arrived and spoke to Guelph Fire Department personnel, who advised a noxious substance had been discharged in one of the units.

While officers were on scene they were approached by two residents. They advised a male known to them had attended their unit earlier in the morning and brandished a cannister of spray while demanding the female’s purse. A physical altercation between the males ensued, during which the spray was discharged.

A 32-year-old Guelph man was located later in the day at an address downtown and arrested. He is charged with robbery, administering a noxious substance and mischief. He was held for a bail hearing Monday.

Man robbed of drugs he just bought

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a man was sprayed in the face and robbed of drugs he had just purchased.

Just before 6:30 p.m. Sunday emergency services were called to a business near Waterloo Avenue and Edinburgh Road South after an injured male arrived asking for help.

Investigation revealed the male had attended an apartment on Waterloo Avenue to buy drugs. A short time later he was sitting in his car when two individuals approached and sprayed a noxious substance through the window into his face and stole the drugs.

The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Aaron Miller at 519-824-1212, ext. 7383, 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.

Business break-in

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a west-end business was entered early Friday.

Approximately 1:25 a.m. police received an alarm call for a business near Speedvale Avenue West and Marksam Road. Officers arrived to find the front door had been pried open and was slightly ajar. A tobacco cabinet and several drawers were open but it was not immediately known what was taken.

The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Matt Trecroce at 519-824-1212, ext. 7598, 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.

Impaired arrest after three parked vehicles struck

A Guelph man faces impaired and dangerous driving charges after three parked vehicles were struck Sunday evening.

At 6 p.m. police were notified of a collision on Auden Road. Officers arrived and found three vehicles with severe damage and a fourth with moderate damage. No injuries were reported.

An officer spoke to the driver and noted he had an odour of alcohol on his breath and slurred speech. He was arrested and transported to the police station, where tests revealed he had close to three times the legal amount of alcohol in his system.

A 52-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. He will appear in court February 7.

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 – 754

Two people were arrested Thursday morning after unknowingly agreeing to sell stolen property to police officers.

Last Sunday night a Guelph man reported his vehicle was entered at an address on Woolwich Street and approximately $1,300 worth of climbing equipment was stolen. The next day the equipment was listed for sale on an online marketplace.

A police officer contacted the seller and arranged to meet Thursday morning and buy the equipment for $400. The seller advised his girlfriend would meet the buyer and provided a description of her.

Just after 9 a.m. Thursday officers met with and arrested the girlfriend. Her boyfriend was located a short distance away and also arrested. The climbing equipment was recovered and returned to the victim.

A 38-year-old Guelph man and 27-year-old Guelph woman are each charged with possessing stolen property under $5,000, while the man is also charged with breaching a probation order. The woman will appear in court March 1. Her boyfriend was held to appear in bail court Friday.

Arrest after fleeing head-on crash

An Oxford County man was arrested Thursday night after fleeing a head-on crash with a Guelph city bus.

Just before 9 p.m. police were called to Ironwood Road near Cole Road where they found a bus with significant front-end damage. The driver reported they were driving southbound on Ironwood Road when a blue Ram pickup crossed into their lane and hit the front of the bus. The driver of the truck reversed and fled the scene.

During the investigation officers stopped another Ram pickup and determined one of the passengers had been the driver involved in the collision. He directed officers to the rear of a nearby business, where they found the damaged truck.

An 18-year-old Oxford County man is charged under the Criminal Code with failing to stop after an accident. He will appear in court March 7.

Repeated calls lead to harassment charge

A Chatham man has been charged with criminal harassment for repeatedly calling a Guelph woman he found on social media.

On Tuesday a Guelph woman reported she had received approximately 80 calls from an unknown male. After declining many call attempts she answered but did not speak, prompting the caller to utter threats to attend her residence and harm her.

Officers called the male, who claimed he is a student in Windsor and provided a false address. On Thursday morning the 18-year-old from Chatham attended the Guelph Police station and was arrested for criminal harassment, uttering threats and obstructing police.

Investigation revealed the two are not known to each other and the man found the victim’s phone number on social media and began calling to see if she would answer. He will appear in court March 4.

Impaired operation arrest

A Guelph man faces an impaired operation charge after he was found drinking in a parked vehicle Thursday afternoon.

Approximately 3:45 p.m. police were dispatched to an address on Gordon Street near Clairfields Drive for reports of a male who had soiled himself drinking in a running vehicle. Police located the man sitting in a pickup with an open beer in the console and a case of beer on the passenger side.

Officers detected a strong odour of alcohol on his breath and noted signs of impairment. He was arrested and transported to the police station, where tests confirmed he had more than the legal amount of alcohol in his system.

A 70-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired operation. His licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. He will appear in court January 31.

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 24 hours – 207

Arrest on driving, weapons charges

A Guelph man faces more than a dozen charges following an investigation of a vehicle being driven dangerously.

On January 3, officers spotted an unplated white Ford F150 being driven on Woodlawn Road West and entering a restaurant drive-through. An officer attempted to pull over the truck by standing in front of it. The driver proceeded forward — requiring the officer to step aside to avoid being struck – and fled the area. Officers were able to identify the driver.

On Wednesday members of the Break Enter Auto Theft Unit located the same truck, now spray-painted black, and followed it through the city to an address on Waterloo Avenue. The driver attempted to flee on foot but was caught and arrested following a brief pursuit. A search revealed suspected methamphetamine and psilocybin and a spring-loaded knife.

A 37-year-old Guelph man is charged with dangerous driving, flight from police, resisting arrest, two counts of possessing controlled substances, unauthorized possession of a weapon, two counts of breaching probation and several counts of driving while prohibited. He was held for a bail hearing Thursday.

Mazda stolen from downtown lot

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after an employee of a downtown business had her car stolen Wednesday night.

Just after midnight police were called to a business near Norfolk Street and Quebec Street. The victim stated she started her silver Mazda 3 hatchback five minutes earlier with her remote starter, then came outside to find the car missing. A witness told officers he was out for a smoke and saw a male approaching the car, get in and drive it away. He was described as 5’11” with a medium build, wearing a dark jacket with a hood and carrying a large flashlight.

The stolen Mazda was last seen driving westbound onto Paisley Street.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Kelly Uskin at 519-824-1212, ext. 7599, 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.

Impaired arrest after stop

A Guelph man is charged with impaired driving following a traffic stop Wednesday afternoon.

Shortly before 6 p.m. a member of the Guelph Police Service Traffic Unit observed a vehicle leaving a licensed establishment near the downtown. The vehicle was followed and pulled over on Morris Street.

The officer immediately detected an odour of alcohol from within the vehicle. After failing a roadside breath test the driver 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 63-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving. His licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. He will appear in court January 31.

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 24 hours – 233

Facebook posts lead to harassment charge

A St. Mary’s woman has been charged with harassment over Facebook posts targeting a Guelph couple.

In early January, the Guelph Police Service began receiving calls from residents concerned about the welfare of two dogs at a south-end residence. After posts were made online, the dogs’ owners reported several instances of people showing up and yelling at them, trying to gain access to their backyard and even flying a drone over their house and photographing it.

Officials from Provincial Animal Welfare Services (PAWS) visited the home several times and are satisfied the dogs are being properly cared for and are not in danger.

Police spoke to the owner of one Facebook page, who refused to take down posts identifying the dogs’ owners and encouraging people to continue visiting the property and to boycott their small business. She also offered via Facebook to share the victims’ address with anyone who wants it.

On Tuesday a 57-year-old St. Mary’s woman was arrested for harassing communications. She will appear in court February 21.

Panhandler pulls knife on staff

A Guelph man faces several weapons charges after a panhandler pulled a knife Tuesday on an employee of a south-end business.

Approximately 11 a.m. police were called to a business near Stone Road West and Edinburgh Road South. The manager had received several complaints about a man approaching patrons in the drive-through and aggressively asking for money. When the manager asked the man to leave he pulled out a large knife and pointed it at the manager in a threatening manner.

Officers responded quickly and located the suspect nearby. The knife was located in his jacket pocket.

A 42-year-old Guelph man is charged with assault with a weapon, possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, carrying a concealed weapon, breaching a probation order, failing to leave when directed and soliciting in an aggressive manner under the Safe Streets Act.  He was held for a bail hearing Wednesday.

Robbery arrest

A Guelph woman is charged with robbery after an employee at a business was assaulted Tuesday night by someone attempting to steal a large amount of merchandise.

Just before 11 p.m. police were contacted by staff from a business on Silvercreek Parkway North about an aggressive female inside the store. She had filled a cart with $2,800 worth of products and was drinking a canned beverage she had not paid for.

When an employee approached her about consuming the beverage the woman became belligerent. She attempted to leave the store with the full cart and when an employee intervened the woman threw the beverage, striking the employee and staining her clothing.

Police arrived a short time later and arrested the woman. Investigation revealed she is currently before the courts for two similar incidents over the Christmas holidays.

A 39-year-old Guelph woman is charged with robbery. She was held for a bail hearing Wednesday.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 194

$10k in wire stolen from business

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after approximately $10,000 worth of wire was stolen from a west-end business.

On Monday police were called to a business near Speedvale Avenue West and Royal Road after employees discovered a storage container had been entered by cutting off a padlock. A number of spools of wire were stolen.

Employees also discovered a hole had been cut in the fence to gain access to the yard. It is believed the break-in occurred late Sunday or early Monday.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Abdullah Eidokheil at 519-824-1212, ext. 7415, 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.

Second arrest in vehicle theft

A second man has been arrested in relation to a vehicle stolen from a north-end driveway earlier this month.

On January 3 police were called to a home near Woolwich Street and Division Street. The owner had placed her car keys on a table near the front door and when she awoke the keys and her car were missing.

A neighbour provided security video which showed a male approaching the victim’s house and then a short time later the vehicle being reversed from the driveway. During the investigation it was learned the car had been involved in a collision just outside the city. A witness had given the driver a lift back into Guelph.

On January 6, a 35-year-old Guelph man was arrested on several charges including break and enter and motor vehicle theft.

Investigation by the Guelph Police Service Break Enter Auto Theft Unit revealed shortly after the car was stolen it was used to pick up a second man from an address nearby. This second man was driving the car when it was involved in the collision.

On Monday a 56-year-old Eden Mills man was arrested. Investigation revealed he is currently bound by 10 different driving prohibitions. He is charged with possessing stolen property over $5,000 and 10 counts of driving while prohibited. He will appear in bail court Wednesday.

Arrest for spitting at officer

A Guelph man was arrested Monday for spitting at a Guelph Police officer.

Approximately 9:30 a.m. officers were at a downtown social service agency at the request of staff to speak to a male who was acting erratically. During the conversation the male continually spat on the floor and a table. When asked to stop doing so he spat towards an officer, who was not struck.

A 22-year-old Guelph man was arrested for assault police. He will appear in court February 21.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 206