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Police Press Releases St. Thomas Police Service

STPS Daily Update 17Feb2025

On Sunday February 16th, 2025 police were contacted by a business at 1063 Talbot for a theft.  The male pictured took 4 boxes of Lego, Red bull drink, 2 packages of batteries and a loaf of bread prior to walking past all points of purchase and fleeing to a waiting Red Dodge Caravan.  Police are looking for public assistance in identifying the male pictured.  If you recognized him please contact police at 519-631-1224 or Crime Stoppers. (ST25002590)

Theft:

On Sunday February 16th, 2025 a male entered a store on Elm Street in St. Thomas and proceeded to grab a 12 pack of Twisted Tea and leave the store without paying. The suspect fled in an unknown direction.  (ST25002623)

Obstruct Police:

On Sunday police attended a residence on Talbot for parties who no longer welcome.  Police spoke to the parties and obtained verbal Id’s from the parties. One female party identified herself falsely and left the residence.  This female is currently wanted by police and is now going to charged with obstruct police for falsely identifying her self to officers to evade arrest on the current warrant.  (ST25002641)

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert: Christopher JACKSON Arrested For Child Porn Etc.

Additional charges have been laid in a child pornography investigation where three new victims have been identified.

On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, members of the Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE), executed a search warrant at the residence of a male believed to be making and sharing child pornography, using the Telegram app with user names: ‘C Ja’ and “Nomey6969’.  The suspect was arrested and charged with failing to comply with the SOIRA and Christopher’s Law.  Several electronic devices were seized from the residence.

Subsequent analysis of the suspect’s electronic devices revealed a multitude of child pornographic content, including plans to travel and commit sexual acts on underage persons.

The suspect was arrested on August 30, 2024 and further charged with a number of offences.  He was held in custody.

Further investigation led to the identification of a victim in Durham Region. With the assistance of the RCMP/NCECC and the Philippines National Police, two additional victims were identified in the Philippines.

The suspect has remained in custody since August 30, 2024, and is now facing eight additional charges.

Christopher JACKSON, age 30, of Clarington is facing additional charges of: Sexual Assault; Sexual Interference; Make Child Pornography x2; Voyeurism x2; Non-Consensual Distribution of Intimate Image and Agree/Arrange – Sexual Offence Against a Child under 18.

Police are concerned there may be other victims and are requesting anyone with information to come forward. A photo of the suspect is attached and can be viewed at www.drps.ca

For more information on our ICE unit and resources that are available please visit our website at https://www.drps.ca/community-safety-and-support/crime-prevention/internet-safety-and-child-exploitation/

Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact D/Cst. Mayhew of the Internet Child Exploitation Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5502.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

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OPP Ottawa Police Service Police Press Releases

Murder: Samuel LAURIN-GAUVREAU Wanted By Police

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit has charged two adults in the February 15th stabbing death of 25-year-old Omar Jonathan Grant of Ottawa.

25-year-old Jacob BLANCHARD appeared in court today and was remanded into custody. 

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of 19-year-old Samuel LAURIN-GAUVREAU of Ottawa for charges of second-degree murder and assault with a weapon. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 5493.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca. 

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Area OPP Morris-Turnberry OPP Police Press Releases

Police Cruiser Vs. Snow Plow Collision Near Wingham

(MORRIS-TURNBERRY, ON) – The province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate following a collision involving a police vehicle north of Wingham in the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry.

On February 17, 2025, at approximately 1:20 p.m., an officer from the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment was assisting a motorist on London Road near Glennanon Road when a plow vehicle collided with the police vehicle and a stopped motorized snow vehicle. Two people were transported to hospital. The officer was not injured.

The OPP West Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team is currently on scene continuing to investigate. London Road is closed north of Wingham and will remain closed for several hours.

The OPP has notified the SIU, which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will not be able to provide further information. Any other inquiries should be directed to [email protected].

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal ATV Collision

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Police are investigating a fatal two-vehicle collision.

On February 17, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the Norfolk County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Paramedic Services from Elgin County and Norfolk County responded to a two-vehicle collision on Concession 2 Road, Houghton Township.

The investigation determined that a passenger vehicle and an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) collided at that location.

The driver of the ATV, a 49-year-old from Bayham Township was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the passenger vehicle was transported to hospital as a precaution.

The road remains closed between Beach Lane and Fairground Road while the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement team assists with the investigation.

If you have any information about this investigation, you are asked to contact the Norfolk County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.  

Should you wish to remain anonymous you can leave an online tip at www.helpsolvecrime.com or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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Erin OPP Police Press Releases

Michael Shane HEARN – Drunk Driving

(TOWN OF ERIN, ON) -On February 16, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m. officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment were dispatched to a report of a motor vehicle stuck in a snowbank on Thompson Crescent, in the Town of Erin.

As a result of the investigation, Michael Shane HEARN, 49-years-old of Erin, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood concentration 80 plus contrary to the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph, on February 25, 2025.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Mitchell James Kaye – Drunk Driving

(TOWNSHIP OF WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) -The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Palmerston resident with several charges stemming from a traffic stop.

On February 14, 2025, at approximately 10:15 p.m., a member of the Wellington County OPP conducted a traffic stop on Sligo Road in Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, Mitchell James Kaye, a 28-year-old resident of Palmerston is charged with:

  • Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Speeding
  • Driving Motor Vehicle with liquor readily available
  • Drive Motor Vehicle-Fail to display two plates
  • Fail to surrender insurance card

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on February 25, 2025.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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GUELPH-ERAMOSA OPP Police Press Releases

Rene CHABOT – Drunk Driving

(Guelph-Eramosa Township, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Guelph resident criminally stemming from a three-vehicle collision.

On February 14, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP attended the scene of a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Wellington Road 30 and Wellington Road 86 in the Township of Guelph-Eramosa.

As a result of the investigation, Rene CHABOT, a 36-year-old of Guelph is charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

There were no injuries reported as a result of the collision.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on February 25, 2025.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Heather OSBORNE – Drunk Driving

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol in the City of Orillia, when a traffic stop was conducted and led to impaired driving related offences.

On February 14, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were conducting general patrol in the City of Orillia. After conducting a traffic stop police entered into an impaired driving investigation.

Multiple violations were noted and as a result, Heather OSBORNE; 42-year-old, from Barrie, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – 80 plus
  • Having care or control of vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Fail to produce permit
  • Fail to notify change of address

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Niagra Police Service Police Press Releases

Jordan R. GAUTHIER – Child Porn

In January 2025, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Detectives assigned to the Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit commenced a joint investigation with the Brantford Police Service into the sexual exploitation of children over a social media platform. 

On February 15, 2025, Detectives from Niagara Regional Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit and Technological Crime Unit executed a search warrant at a private residence in Welland and seized numerous digital devices capable of storing electronic data.  Jordan R. GAUTHIER (41 years) was arrested and is now facing the following charges:

• Possession of Child Pornography x 2

• Accessing Child Pornography

• Making Child Pornography Available

Jordan R. GAUTHIER was held in custody after his arrest and is set to appear for a bail hearing on February 16, 2025, at the Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse, located at 59 Church Street, in the City of St. Catharines.

Online platforms that allow like-minded users to engage with minors, create, share, and store Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) are prevalent on the Internet.  Offenders who attempt to lure children behind anonymous accounts on different platforms can be identified and will be held accountable for their actions.

For more information on how parents and guardians can keep children safe online CLICK HERE

The Niagara Regional Police Service is a member of the Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet and conducts investigations into Internet Child Exploitation Offences in partnership with Ontario Police Services and International Partners. This investigative initiative has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards to persons who contact the program with information that leads to an arrest.

Incident #25-12381

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Police Press Releases Sarnia Police Service

Repeat Offender Arrested Again: WATSON-MCCOY

On February 15, 2025 at 7:30am, an officer in the area of Devine Street and Brock Street South observed a male cyclist traveling southbound on the snow-covered roadway, against the flow of traffic.

The officer activated his emergency lights and stopped the cyclist to speak with him through the cruiser passenger window.  The male cyclist suddenly attempted to pedal away but the officer repositioned his vehicle to prevent him moving forward.   

He then ran across a snowbank to the sidewalk with his bicycle and attempted to pedal away from the officer again. The officer exited his vehicle and gave chase to the male on foot, quickly catching up and placing him under arrest.  The male began to fight with the officer, and during the struggle, the officer observed a firearm fall from the male’s person onto the ground.

The officer immediately disengaged and deployed his Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW).  The deployment was partially effective however, the male continued to resist violently.  Physical strikes were necessary to restrain the male until additional units arrived.  The male was securely taken into custody. 

A search of his person revealed two large knives that were readily accessible in the waistband of his pants. In addition, a small bag containing fentanyl was located. The firearm that fell was determined to be a replica (BB gun). At the time of his arrest, the male was subject to a court ordered firearms prohibition, was wanted on SPS warrants, and subject to a Recognizance of Bail for earlier (similar) offences. 

 As a result of this incident, Grant WATSON-MCCOY 29 years of no fixed address (Sarnia) was held for bail on the following charges: 

  • Assaulting a police officer
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose x3
  • Carry a concealed weapon X3
  • Possession of a firearm contrary to a prohibition order
  • Fail to comply with a release order
  • Possession of a schedule I drug (fentanyl)

 WATSON-MCCOY was transported by ambulance to hospital.  He was treated for injuries and released.  The officers were not injured. 

 “The presence of these concealed weapons in this incident could easily have resulted in a very different and tragic outcome.  The investigating and backup officers did an exceptional job of quickly bringing this person into custody, despite the violent resistance they faced.  I am relieved that no officers were injured and commend them for their actions.”  – Chief Derek Davis

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Nurse Arrested After Sexual Assault at Long-Term Care Home

A 75-year-old registered nurse has been arrested and charged with sexual assault at a long-term care home.

On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, the suspect was employed as a nurse at Fosterbrooke Long-Term Care Home located at 330 King Avenue West in Newcastle. During his shift, the suspect was located in the room of a resident where he was touching the victim inappropriately.

Eliezer MAGDAMO, age 75, of Oshawa is charged with: Sexual Assault.

He was released on an Undertaking.

MAGDAMO previously worked at the following facilities (with approximate years of employment):

Whitby Mental Health Centre (now known as Ontario Shores) – 1980-2010

Altima Long-Term Care (now known as Glen Rouge Community/Long-Term Care) – 2011-2015

Fosterbrooke Long-Term Care – 2011 – 2024

Police are concerned there may be more victims.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Mayhew of the East Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 3833.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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London Police Service Police Press Releases

Singh Harpreet Arrested After Pointing Firearm At Snowplow Operator

LONDON, ON (February 14, 2025) – A London man has been charged after members of the London Police Service Uniformed Division responded to a weapons call in the west end of the city yesterday morning.

On Thursday, February 13, 2025, at approximately 5 a.m., a driver operating a snowplow in the area of Viscount Road and Wonderland Road South called 9-1-1 after a man in a vehicle pointed what appeared to be a firearm at her.

Officers were provided with a description of the vehicle as it fled from the area.

Police located and stopped the vehicle a short distance away.

The male driver was arrested. No injuries were reported.

A search of the vehicle yielded a BB style long gun.

As a result of the investigation, Singh Harpreet, 26, of London, has been charged with one (1) count of pointing a firearm.

The accused is scheduled to appear in London court on March 27, 2025, in relation to the charges.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers.

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MALLORYTOWN OPP Police Press Releases

Joseph FERGUSON – Meth, Etc.

(MALLORYTOWN, ON) – A Mallorytown resident is facing charges after an investigation revealed they were trafficking illicit substances.

On February 14, 2025, following a lengthy investigation conducted by the East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), members of the Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), in conjunction with the CSCU, executed two search warrants at a residence in Mallorytown.

The following items were seized from the residence and from within a vehicle in the driveway on the strength of the warrants:

  • Over ten grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine
  • Three grams of suspected cocaine
  • Brass knuckles
  • Two cell phones
  • One tablet computer
  • One digital scale
  • Over $12,000

As a result of the investigation, 36 year-old Joseph FERGUSON of Mallorytown faces the following charges:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance
  • Trafficking Schedule I substance
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon

The accused was released with conditions and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on March 7, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sioux Lookout

Kyler ACKEWANCE Was Arrested

(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Sioux Lookout have arrested and charged one individual with firearm and drug offences.

On February 6th, 2025, shortly after 1:00 p.m., members of the Sioux Lookout conducted a traffic stop on Drayton Road. The driver was placed under arrest and during a search incident to arrest, officers located suspected cocaine, and suspected crack cocaine on the individual. Police further located a firearm and ammunition inside of the vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, Kyler ACKEWANCE, 32 years old of Hudson, Ontario, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine

The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking, and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sioux Lookout on the 4th of March, 2025.