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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

Surge In Domestic Abuse & Sexual Assaults

(COUNTY OF WELLINGTON, ON) On January 1, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an Intimate Partner Violence (I.P.V.) investigation in the Township of Centre Wellington. As a result of the investigation, a 38-year-old male from Centre Wellington, has been charged with Spousal Assault contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

On January 2, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Town of Minto. As a result of the investigation, a 39-year-old male from South Bruce, has been charged with Spousal Assault with a Weapon, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused was held for bail.

On January 4, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Guelph/Eramosa. As a result of the investigation, a 27-year-old male from Dorchester, was charged with Failure to Comply with Release Order contrary to the criminal code. The accused was held for bail.

On January 12, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Centre Wellington. As a result of the investigation, a 32-year-old male from Brampton, has been charged with Spousal Assault and Forcible Confinement, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

On January 13, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Wellington North. As a result of the investigation, a 26-year-old male from Brampton, has been charged with 3 counts of Assault Caused Bodily Harm, Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm and Uttering Threats to Damage or Injure an Animal, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused was held for bail.

On January 17, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Wellington North. As a result of the investigation, a 33-year-old male from Wellington North, has been charged with Spousal Assault with a Weapon, Spousal Assault, Disobey Court Order, and Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused was held for bail.

On January 18, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an IPV investigation in the town of Erin. As a result of the investigation, a 34-year-old male from Mississauga has been charged with Assault Caused Bodily Harm, 3 counts of Spousal Assault, Overcome Resistance by Attempting to Choke or Suffocate or Strangle Another Person, and Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm – Spousal, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused was held for bail.

On January 20, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Town of Minto. As a result of the investigation, a 43-year-old male from Minto, has been charged with Spousal Assault contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

On January 20, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Guelph/Eramosa. As a result of the investigation, a 60-year-old male from Guelph/Eramosa has been charged with Spousal Assault Causing Bodily Harm contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused was held for bail.

On January 25, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered in to an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Mapleton. As a result of the investigation, a 36-year-old female from Mapleton has been charged with Spousal Assault contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

On January 26, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered in to an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Wellington North. As a result of the investigation, a 32-year-old male from Wellington North has been charged with Failing to Comply with Undertaking contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused was held for bail.

On January 26, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Centre Wellington. As a result of the investigation, a 54-year-old male from Caledon East has been charged with three counts of Failing to Comply with Undertaking contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused was held for bail.

Victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources listed below that are available to help:

·      Victim Services Wellington: 519-824-1212

·      Sexual Assault / Domestic Violence Care and Treatment Centre: 519-837-6440

·      Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis: 519-836-1110 or 1-800-265-7233

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OPP Police Press Releases

Steven OOSTERVELD – Drunk Driving

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Police arrest an impaired driver while on general patrol in Norwich Township.

At approximately 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment, initiated a traffic stop on Highway 59 in Norwich Township.

After speaking to the driver, police observed further signs of impairment and made an arrest.

After conducting testing at the detachment Steven OOSTERVELD, 48 years-of-age of Woodstock, was charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·               Operation While Impaired

·               Operation While Impaired -Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·               Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Woodstock on April 2, 2024.

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender William WHITCROFT Arrested Again

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Police recover a stolen vehicle and lay several charges.

On February 23, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., police received a report of a vehicle stuck in the mud on a property on Highway 53 in Norwich Township.

Police arrived on scene and confirmed the vehicle had been stolen. Police located the suspect who had tried to leave the scene on foot and made an arrest.

William WHITCROFT, 32 years-of-age of Norfolk, was charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·              Possession of Stolen Property

·              Mischief

·              Obstruct Police

·              Fail to Comply with Probation

The accused has been remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Woodstock on March 4, 2024.

The OPP wants to remind the public to call police as soon as you suspect something, or someone seems out of place. Calls from the public greatly assist police in recovering stolen property. Please dial 911 or *677 from your cell phone or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Goderich OPP Police Press Releases

David BERRY Arrested For Break & Enter

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Goderich area resident with Breaking and Entering and Trespassing at Night following an investigation on February 19th, 2024. 

Just before 9:00 p.m. on February 19th, 2024, Huron County OPP officers were dispatched to an address for a report of a break and enter to a residence located on Orchard Line in the Municipality of Central Huron. Officers arrived shortly after and located the suspect inside the garage area of the home, at which time they were arrested.

The accused was then transported to the Huron OPP detachment for processing.

David BERRY, 57 years of age from no fixed address in the Goderich area has been charged with:

–      Break, Enter a Dwelling House with Intent,

–      Trespassing at Night.

The accused was later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on April 8th, 2024. 

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

3 Arrested, Stolen Vehicle Recovered – Names Released

(TOWN OF NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested three male suspects after an incident near Kidd Crescent in the Town of New Tecumseth.

 On February 27, 2024, shortly before 3:00 a.m., officers from the Nottawasaga Detachment attempted to stop a vehicle. The vehicle failed to stop and fled from police. A short time later police located the vehicle and discovered it to be stolen.

 As a result of the investigation, a firearm was recovered and three individuals were taken into custody and charged.

 Kevon WILLIAMS, 23-years-old from Scarborough, ON charged with:

·        Robbery using a firearm.

·        Unauthorized possession of a firearm.

·        Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm.

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm.

·        Break and enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence.

·        Trespassing by night.

·        Conspiracy to commit an indictable offence.

·        Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000.

·        Flight from a police officer.

 Ismal TUMBA, 19-years-old from North York, ON charged with:

·        Robbery using a firearm.

·        Possession of firearm while prohibited.

·        Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm.

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm.

·        Break and enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence.

·        Trespassing by night.

·        Conspiracy to commit an indictable offence.

·        Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000.

·        Mischief.

 Also arrested is a 17-year-old from Toronto, ON charged with:

·        Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm.

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm.

·        Break and enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence.

·        Trespassing by night.

·        Conspiracy to commit an indictable offence.

·        Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000.

 The adult accused persons have been remanded into custody and have been scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie.

 The investigation was completed by the Nottawasaga Detachment Major Crime Unit with assistance of Central Region Canine, Emergency Response Team (ERT), Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), Forensic Identification Services (FIS), Regional Support Team (RST) and Urban Search and Rescue, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives, Response Team (UCRT). 

 The Nottawasaga OPP wish to express their thanks to the residents of the Town of New Tecumseth for their patience and assistance during this critical incident and subsequent investigation.

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OPP Police Press Releases Selywn

Violent Home Invasion

(SELYWN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a home invasion on Fife’s Bay Road at approximately 5:00am this morning.

Three male suspects wearing masks forcefully entered the residence and proceeded to search the various rooms. The lone occupant in the residence was bound while the suspects stole items in the house. After the suspects left, the occupant was able to free themselves and police were contacted. Minor injuries were reported.

Investigators are actively looking for information that may lead to the suspects in this case. Police urge the public to call in tips on this case, or others, to the Peterborough County OPP Crime Unit at 705-742-0401, the non-emergency line (888) 310-1122 or to Crime Stoppers.

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Georgian Bluffs OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision Update

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – On February 28, 2024, at 9:00 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 21 between Grey Road 3 and Grey Road 18, Georgian Bluffs. 

Officers responded to the scene with members of the Grey County Paramedic Services and the Intertownship Fire department to find a pick-up truck and sedan involved in the collision.

A passenger, a 67-year-old from Etobicoke was transported to Bright Shores Heath System in Owen Sound where they were pronounced deceased.

Members of the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team are assisting the Grey Bruce OPP with the investigation.

The road was closed for several hours but has since re-opened.

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Atikokan OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – Five Arrested – Names Released

(ATIKOKAN, ON) – Five people were arrested following a search warrant execution at a residence in the Mercury Avenue East area of Atikokan.

On February 29, 2024, at approximately 8:30 a.m., members of the Atikokan Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with Rainy River District Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Northwest Region Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), Northwest Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Northwest Region Canine Unit executed a search warrant at a residence on Mercury Avenue East in Atikokan.

Four people are facing a variety of charges as the investigation continues. Officers seized a number of suspected illicit substances including approximately 70 grams of cocaine, crack cocaine, over 130 narcotic pills, and approximately 15 grams of fentanyl. Officers also seized over $6,000 in cash and drug trafficking equipment. The drugs have an estimated street value of approximately $25,000.

Joshua Ray VERAN, 35 years old of Atikokan; Meagan Elizabeth VERAN, 35 years old of Atikokan; Kimo Jhevani ALLEN, 23 years old of North York, and Kamal HOLDER, 33 years old of North York are all charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Possession of a controlled substance for trafficking – Schedule I (cocaine)
  • Possession of a controlled substance for trafficking – Schedule I (fentanyl)
  • Possession of a controlled substance for trafficking – Schedule I (oxycodone)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

Joshua VERAN and Meagan VERAN also face an additional criminal charge of fail to comply with probation. 

All of the accused are being held in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on March 1, 2024, for a bail hearing.

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Laurentian Valley OPP Police Press Releases

Joshua PENTON Arrested For Theft

(LAURENTIAN VALLEY TWP, ON) – A Pembroke resident is facing multiple Criminal Code (CC) charges after a series of shoplifting incidents at a large retail store in Laurentian Valley Township. Members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began investigating after the first incident on February 25, 2024. Further incidents of tools and power tools being stolen were reported on February 27 and 28, 2024. 

As a result of the investigation 32-year-old Joshua PENTON of Pembroke has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Theft under $5000 shoplifting – three counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

The accused was held for a bail hearing and remains in custody until their next appearance on March 4, 2024, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke.  

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Brenda Lee CROCKATT Arrested Again

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made an arrest after a series of thefts were reported in Pembroke. 

The incidents took place between February 21-26, 2024, at various locations in the City of Pembroke. Items stolen include groceries, purses from shopping carts and vehicles.  

As a result, Brenda Lee CROCKATT, age 66 of Pembroke, has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

·        Theft under $5000 – five counts

·        Breach of probation

The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 2, 2024. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Round Lake

OPP Shamelessly Praise Themselves For Caring/Helping While Off The Clock!

(Round Lake, ON) – A member of the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is being praised for his life-saving actions.

Provincial Constable Jared MOORE was off-duty and out for a walk with family members at Round Lake on February 24, 2024, when he saw two snowmobiles attempting to cross a section of open water near the mouth of the Bonnechere River. While the first machine made it across, the second plunged into the frigid water along with its driver. The rider of the first machine could be seen attempting a rescue. The two riders were a husband and wife from western Ontario.

Constable Moore worked with the husband in attempts rescue the woman from the water. Eventually the husband slipped into the water to help his spouse who was losing the ability to move.

Constable Moore was able to pull both individuals from the water. He then provided first aid until Renfrew County paramedics and other first responders could arrive. The man and woman were transported to hospital to be treated for potential hypothermia.

Later that day Constable Moore, still off-duty, picked up the couple at the hospital, drove them back to Round Lake and assisted in loading up the snowmobile that was still on the ice.

“I want to thank Constable Moore for his selfless actions. Despite being off-duty, Jared didn’t hesitate to jump into action, exhibiting the traits and dedication that exemplify the commitment and dedication of being a member of the Ontario Provincial Police.” – Superintendent Darryl Sigouin.

Editor’s Note: What the officer did is expected of everyone living a caring society that believes in equality. Most Citizens would be humble in their half-botched rescue attempt, not brag they helped someone and specifically point out that they weren’t even being paid to do so. All Canadians have sung-swore the oath to Stand on Guard for Thee, even if they aren’t being financially compensated at the time. If the rescuer was a tradesperson, there would be no focus on his profession.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Time For Bounty Hunters? Government Wasting $40,000 Per Escapee & Runaway Parolee

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad arrested 1,213 high-risk offenders throughout the Province of Ontario in 2023. This surpassed the 1,141 arrests made in 2022.

In addition to arrests, the ROPE Squad continued to support public safety last year through the seizure of 17 illegal firearms and substantial quantities of illicit drugs.

The ROPE Squad was established in 2002 and is dedicated to locating and apprehending parolees who are unlawfully at large in the province of Ontario. This includes anyone who escapes from secure custody, escapes from or walks away from non-secure custody, becomes wanted by violating bail or release orders, or who is a high risk and a danger to public safety.

In May 2023, the Government of Ontario announced a $48-million investment to enhance the ROPE Squad. Over the next year, the ROPE Squad will expand from approximately 35 officers to more than 70 members province wide. The mandate of the ROPE Squad has been expanded to include both federal and provincial parolees, including anyone who breaches bail or release conditions and poses a risk to public safety.

Anyone who has information about an offender who is unlawfully at large is encouraged to call their police service of jurisdiction. If that is the OPP, please call 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (3477) or visit ontariocrimestoppers.ca. 

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Neyaashiinigmiing OPP Police Press Releases

OPP Crashes Vehicle

(NEYAASHIINIGMIING, ON) – On February 29, 2024, at 10:45 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were responding to a call for service on the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation when an officer crashed their police vehicle. No injuries are reported.  

The investigation is ongoing, and community members will see an increased police presence while members of the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team assist the Grey Bruce OPP with the investigation.

Community Centre Road is closed at Community Centre Road at Parrie Road and Lighthouse Road at Habour Road for the protection of emergency responders and to facilitate the investigation and will likely be closed for several hours. Motorists are asked to not drive through the road closed signs.

If you have any information you can contact the Grey Bruce OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477; submit a secure Web-Tip at www.cstip.ca; or get the P3 Tips mobile app. You will not be asked to identify yourself; you don’t have to appear in court, and you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

Pervert Alert: Brian Edward COX – Sex With Children, Sexual Assault

(COUNTY OF WELLINGTON, ON) – In October 2023, the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) began an investigation into reported historic sexual assaults that occurred between 1986 and 1991 throughout Wellington County.

As a result, Brian Edward COX, 68-years-old of Puslinch, has been charged with two counts of Sexual Assault, two counts of Sexual Assault, two counts of Gross Indecency and two counts of Sexual Intercourse With a Female Between 14 & 16 Years of Age, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on April 23, 2024

The Wellington County OPP Crime Unit is continuing to investigate as it is believed there may be more victims. Anyone with information can contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact the Guelph Wellington Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Two Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON) – On the morning of February 29, 2024, a search warrant was executed by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) at a residence on William Street in the Town of Midland, which resulted in the seizure of Cocaine and other items.

Members of the Community Street Crime Units (CSCU) of the Southern Georgian Bay, Muskoka, Huronia West, Collingwood and Nottawasaga detachments, uniform members and Central Region Canine Unit were involved in the investigation.

Several people were arrested at the residence and during the search, a quantity of Cocaine, weapons and currency were seized.

As a result of the investigation, the following individuals were charged with offences contrary to the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

Timothy David, 42 years of Midland:

  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking 
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 

Trevor Arthurs, 51 years of Midland:

  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking 

The accused parties were transported to detachment and were released on an Undertaking to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on March 28, 2024

At the scene, one other person was arrested and processed for offences involving other active cases.