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Jason BALCOMB Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into a break-and-enter in Simcoe.

At approximately 10:15 a.m. on Sunday, April 14, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated a break-and-enter on Court Street in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was found that at approximately 7:15 a.m., an individual attended the address and forcibly entered a shed on the property. After gaining entry, the individual stole a variety of items and then fled from the area.

The individual identified as the suspect had been arrested earlier in the day as part of an investigation into an unrelated incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 46-year-old Jason BALCOMB of Norfolk County:

  • Break, enter a place – commit indictable offence,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order.

The accused was detained in custody to appear at a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe.

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Jason BALCOMB Was Arrested Again

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – One individual was charged following an investigation into a disturbance at a residence in Simcoe.

At approximately 8:16 a.m. on Sunday, April 14, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to and investigated a disturbance on Kent Street North in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that two individuals had a dispute inside a residence on the premises, which led to the victim being physically assaulted. Minor injuries were reported.

As a result, one individual was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 46-year-old Jason BALCOMB of Norfolk County:

  • Assault with a weapon,
  • Assault,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order,
  • Unlawfully in a dwelling house.

The accused was detained in custody to appear at a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe.

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David REIMER Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into an incident of impaired driving.

At approximately 11:12 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County and Oxford County Detachments responded to and investigated a single-vehicle collision at a location on Colonel Talbot Road in Middleton, Norfolk County. No injuries were reported.

After assessing the driver’s sobriety at the roadside, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 21-year-old David REIMER of Norfolk County:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Young driver – B.A.C. above zero,
  • Dangerous operation.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 14, 2024.

If you observe a driver you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Nicolas BIDDLE Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – One individual was charged following an investigation into an incident of mischief in Delhi.

At approximately 7:49 a.m. on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to and investigated a dispute at an address on Croton Avenue in Delhi, Norfolk County.

It was determined that two individuals had a dispute inside a residence on the premises, resulting in damage to the victim’s property.

As a result, one individual was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 30-year-old Nicolas BIDDLE of Norfolk County:

  • Mischief under $5,000.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.

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William FAIR Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into an incident of impaired driving.

At approximately 4:38 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a 9-1-1 call from a concerned citizen regarding a possible impaired driver on Windham Road 13 in Windham, Norfolk County.

Shortly after receiving the call, patrolling officers located vehicle at a location on Windham Road 13.

After assessing the driver’s sobriety at the roadside, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 73-year-old William FAIR of Norfolk County:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, April 23, 2024.

If you observe a driver you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Another Anonymous Spousal Assault #EndTheAbuse

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – One individual was charged following an investigation into an incident of intimate partner violence.

At approximately 11:58 a.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to and investigated a disturbance at an address in Norfolk County.

It was determined that two individuals had a dispute on the premises, resulting in the victim being physically assaulted. No injuries were reported.

As a result, one individual was taken into custody.

Charged with the following alleged offence is a 31-year-old individual from Six Nations of the Grand River First Nation:

  • Assault – spousal.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe at a later date.

Individuals experiencing intimate partner violence are not alone. If you or someone you are aware of requires assistance, there are local resources ready to provide support. Victim Services of Haldimand-Norfolk-Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation can be contacted at 1-800-264-6671.

The OPP is available at 1-888-310-1122 throughout the Province of Ontario.

In case of immediate danger, please dial 9-1-1 for prompt assistance.

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Another Drug Bust In Norfolk

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals were charged following an investigation into drug trafficking by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Haldimand/Norfolk Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

At approximately 8:57 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2024, the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU conducted a vehicle stop and investigation at a location on Colborne Street South in Simcoe, Norfolk County. During the interaction, officers had sufficient grounds to arrest the driver for drug-related offences.

As a result, both the driver and the sole passenger were taken into custody without incident. A search of the occupants and the vehicle led to the discovery of suspected cocaine, crack cocaine, and Percocets, along with Canadian currency and drug paraphernalia.

A photograph depicting the seized items is attached for reference.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 42-year-old Joey WHITE of Norfolk County:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin),
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada.

The accused was detained in custody to appear at a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 35-year-old Lisa BARBER of Norfolk County:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.

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Do You Recognize This Suspect?

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Police are seeking assistance from the public in identifying an individual connected to a shoplifting incident.

At approximately 12:28 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated a theft at an address on Main Street in Port Dover, Norfolk County.

It was determined that sometime around 3:30 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2024, an unidentified individual entered a business, proceeded to conceal consumable goods on their person, and subsequently left the store without making any efforts to pay for the items.

The individual of interest was described as follows:

  • Caucasian male
  • Heavy build
  • Short dark hair
  • Wearing a black hooded sweatshirt with dark shorts and brown sandals

A photograph depicting the individual of interest is attached for reference.

OPP Norfolk County Detachment members are actively conducting an ongoing investigation and are appealing to the public for assistance. Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact the police at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online tip at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Yvon VAILLANCOURT Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into an incident of impaired driving.

At approximately 3:43 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to and investigated a report of a pedestrian lying in the ditch next to a parked vehicle at a location on Lynedoch Road in Delhi, Norfolk County.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers established that the pedestrian was the driver of the vehicle. No injuries were reported.

After assessing the driver’s sobriety at the roadside, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 76-year-old Yvon VAILLANCOURT of Norfolk County:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.

If you observe a driver you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Repeat Offender WATSON Arrested Again

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – One individual was charged following an investigation into an incident involving harassment.

At approximately 5:32 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated a report of harassment at an address on Donly Drive North in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that two individuals were engaged in a dispute that escalated to the victim receiving repeated contact from the other individual.

As a result, one individual was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 24-year-old Adam WATSON of Norfolk County:

  • Criminal harassment – threatening conduct,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order (two counts),
  • Allegation of breach of Conditional Sentence Order.

The accused was detained in custody to appear at a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe.

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Another Drug Bust – Names Released

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Three individuals were charged following an investigation into drug trafficking and the execution of a search warrant at a residence by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Haldimand/Norfolk Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

At approximately 11:50 a.m. on Thursday, April 4, 2024, the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU conducted a vehicle stop and investigation at a location on Nelson Street West in Port Dover, Norfolk County. During the interaction, officers had sufficient grounds to arrest the occupants for drug-related offences.

As a result, both the driver and the sole passenger were taken into custody without incident. A search of the occupants and the vehicle led to the discovery of suspected cocaine and methamphetamine.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 42-year-old Joey WHITE of Norfolk County:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine (two counts),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – other drugs,
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon,
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 53-year-old Jason ATAMANCHUK of Norfolk County:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.

At approximately 12:30 p.m., the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU executed a search warrant at a residence on St. Andrew Street in Port Dover, Norfolk County.

During the search, officers discovered and seized a quantity of suspected cocaine, crack cocaine, methamphetamine, hydromorphone, and Adderall, along with a prohibited weapon, Canadian currency, and drug paraphernalia.

A photograph depicting the seized items is attached for reference.

As a result, one individual was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 31-year-old Jenny VITTIE of Norfolk County:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine (two counts),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine,
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon,
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose,
  • Failure to comply with Release Order – other than to attend court.

The accused was detained in custody to appear at a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe.

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Fatal Collision

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Police are investigating the details of a collision that resulted in the loss of one individual’s life and left another individual hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

At approximately 11:13 a.m. on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment, with assistance from the Norfolk County Fire Department and Norfolk County Paramedic Services, responded to a collision involving two vehicles at the intersection of Highway 24 and Concession 13 Townsend in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

As a result, one of the drivers, a 90-year-old resident of Norfolk County, was transported to a nearby hospital with severe life-threatening injuries and was later pronounced deceased. The other driver was also transported to a nearby hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening.

Highway 24 between Windham Road 12 and Thirteenth Street West is expected to remain closed for the next several hours.

The West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team is assisting with the investigation and encourages individuals with pertinent information to contact the Norfolk County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online tip at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

Updates will be provided as soon as new information becomes available.

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Keegan LAUZON Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into an incident of mischief in Simcoe.

At approximately 5:46 p.m. on Monday, April 1, 2024, officers from Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment were dispatched to investigate a report of a mischief in progress on Colborne Street South in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that an individual was throwing debris onto the road, posing a hazard to motorists in the vicinity. Additionally, the individual had caused damage to property at nearby businesses.

Responding officers located the individual at a location on Colborne Street South and took them into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 22-year-old Keegan LAUZON of Norfolk County:

  • Mischief – destroys or damages property (three counts),
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.

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Repeat Offender Arrested Again – Andrew SIMS

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into an incident of mischief in Simcoe.

At approximately 6:33 p.m. on Friday, March 30, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated a report of property damage on Queensway East in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that an individual attended the address between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. During this time, they caused damage to a vehicle parked on the property.

Later, officers located the individual at a residence on Third Avenue in Simcoe, Norfolk County. They were then taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 37-year-old Andrew SIMS of Haldimand County:

  • Fail to comply with Probation Order,
  • Fail to comply with Release Order – other than to attend court,
  • Mischief under $5,000.

The accused was detained in custody to appear at a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe.

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Erika DE LONG Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into an incident of impaired driving.

At approximately 3:58 p.m. on Sunday, March 31, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program at a location on Main Street of Delhi in Delhi, Norfolk County. During this operation, a vehicle was stopped, and the driver was evaluated for sobriety.

After assessing the driver’s sobriety at the roadside, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 32-year-old Erika DE LONG of Norfolk County:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Driver – fail to properly wear seatbelt.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.

If you observe a driver you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.