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Barrie Barrie Police Police Press Releases

Driver Rams Police Car, Flees Twice, Then Surrenders

Barrie Police

A 27-year old male from Toronto, who had three separate driving incidents with Barrie Police on Wednesday September 17, is currently facing a number of very serious criminal charges for the manner in which he was dangerously observed driving his car.

On Wednesday morning, police observed a motor vehicle travelling at a very high rate of speed northbound on Yonge Street and attempted to initiate a traffic stop. The speed was well in excess of the posted 50km/h speed limit and the driver was observed weaving in and out of traffic in a manner that was unsafe. Despite their efforts, police lost sight of the car in the area of Little Avenue.

Three minutes later, assisted by additional units, the same motor vehicle was observed exiting a nearby coffee shop and again attempts were made to stop the fleeing car. The driver disobeyed a red light at Yonge Street and Little Avenue and was last seen traveling eastbound at a rate of speed that was again, well over the posted 50km/h speed limit.

A short time later, due to the investigation that continued, police were able to locate the involved motor vehicle at a residence located northwest of Mapleview Drive East and Terry Fox Drive. As they approached the car, which was parked in the driveway, it reversed and struck an unmarked Barrie Police vehicle, which as a result sustained significant damage. The driver again fled at a high rate of speed.

The ongoing investigation concluded the following day after the accused attended Barrie Police Headquarters and surrendered to police. He has been charged with:

  • Dangerous Operation (3 counts)
  • Flight from Peace Officer (3 counts)
  • Assaulting a Peace Officer with a Weapon.

After being investigated for his unacceptable and dangerous driving behaviour, he was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Barrie on October 29, 2025.

Occurrence #: BA25058085

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Chatham Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

CKPS Daily Update 23Sept2025

Chatham-Kent Police

On March 16, 2025, at approximately 01:48 hrs, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a call of suspicious activity on Wyandott Street, Chatham (CK25015328).

The investigation revealed, through surveillance footage, a 53-year-old male from Chatham observed two individuals attempting to gain unauthorized access to a parked vehicle. The suspects were seen trying various car door handles in an attempt to locate unlocked vehicles.

Officers attended the area and apprehended two suspects, a 35-year-old male and a 42-year-old female, both from Chatham. The individuals were charged with the following offences:

  • Count 1: Trespassing at Night
  • Count 2: Attempt – Theft under $5000

The individuals were transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters, where they given a court date of April 14, 2025. The individuals failed to attend this court date and a warrant was issued for their arrest.

On September 22, 2025, at approximately 11:38 hrs, officers located and arrested the 42-year-old female accused who was the subject of an outstanding warrant. She was charged additionally with the following offence:

  • Count 3: Failure to Comply with Undertaking

She was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters where she was later released with a scheduled future court date of October 23, 2025.

An outstanding warrant remains in effect for the 53-year-old male from Chatham.

Arrest FTC – CK25057494

Date: September 22, 2025, Time: 18:57 hrs, Location: Bruce Street, Wallaceburg

On September 11, 2025, a 42-year-old male from Leamington entered into a Conditional Sentence Order within the Municipality of Chatham-Kent and was ordered to abide by the conditions, including “Keep the peace and be of good behaviour.”

On September 22, 2025, at approximately 18:57 hrs, Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to an altercation involving two individuals.

Upon arrival, officers located a 42-year-old male. Through investigation, it was revealed that the male was bound by several court-orders conditions, prohibiting him from communicating with the other party involved, a 42-year-old female from Wallaceburg.

Furthermore, police established reasonable grounds to believe that the accused failed to abide by his conditions outlined in his Conditional Sentence Order by breaching his undertaking, thus  failing to keep the peace and be of good behaviour. He was subsequently charged with the following offence:

  • Failure to Comply with Undertaking x 2

He was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters where he is currently held for bail.

The Chatham-Kent Police Service remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community. We continue to monitor ongoing investigations and encourage residents to report any suspicious activities to assist in maintaining public safety. For more information or media inquiries, please contact the Chatham-Kent Police Service Corporate Communications – Shelomi Legall at [email protected] or Tel: (519) 436-6600, ext. 80648.

End of Release

This release is intended for general informational purposes and does not disclose any personal or confidential information about individuals involved. All arrested individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Waterloo Regional Police

Violent Home Invasion, Trio Attacks With Hammer & Bear Spray, Victim Seriously Injured #FightBack #StandYourGround

Waterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate a home invasion in Waterloo.

On September 21, 2025, at approximately 2:05 a.m., police responded to a report of a home invasion in the area of Stillmeadow Circle and Beechlawn Drive.

Through the investigation, it was determined that three unknown masked males gained entry to a residence and assaulted the homeowner with a hammer and bear spray. The suspects then fled the area.

During the search for the suspects, a police service dog (PSD) located one of the suspects and officers arrested the male.

The victim was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. 

As a result of the investigation, a 54-year-old Hamilton male has been charged with:

  • Robbery with a firearm
  • Disguise with intent
  • Break and enter
  • Assault with a weapon 

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

The investigation is ongoing by members of WRPS’ Robbery Unit.  

Investigators are asking residents in the area to check their security camera on September 21st, 2025, between 1:30 a.m. and 2:30a.m. for any suspicious persons, vehicles, or activity. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 8255.

Occurrence #: WA25236743

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Durham Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

$2.5 Million Con: Interactive Brokers Ruse Ends in Arrest Of PEKALA #FraudExposed #CrimePaysWell

A male is in custody after fraudulently collecting over $2.5 million for an investment scam.

In June 2024, the DRPS Financial Crimes Unit (FCU) began an investigation into a male who told two victims he was a financial trader and could guarantee high returns on investments using the platform ‘Interactive Brokers’.

Between March 2023 and March 2024, the suspect persuaded the victims to transfer him large sums of money to be invested.  The suspect told the victims to open accounts via ‘Interactive Brokers’, where the suspect would have sole control over trading.

The suspect enticed the victims to transfer funds by driving luxury high end cars, and showing them forged investment return statements.  During this period, the suspect collected over $2.5 million in funds from the victims, which he used to finance his extravagant lifestyle.

On Sunday, September 21, 2025, investigators from the FCU completed their investigation and took the suspect into custody.

Alex Noah PEKALA, age 23 from Oshawa is charged with: Fraud Over $5000 x2.

He was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact Det. Jaciuk of the Financial Crimes Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5353.

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 $2,000 cash reward.

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Durham Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Police: Vehicle Drove Toward Students, Fled Along Waterfront Trail

A male is facing charges after driving dangerously through a high school field and a nearby walking trail in Oshawa.

On Friday, September 19, 2025, at approximately 3:40 p.m., members of Central East Division responded to reports of a vehicle driving dangerously through the parking lot and sports field of G.L. Roberts Collegiate Vocational Institute (CVI).  The vehicle was seen driving dangerously toward students in the area before fleeing along an adjacent waterfront trail.  Police attended the area and located debris from the vehicle nearby. 

The driver was identified as the parent of a student at the school, who had driven through the property after learning their child had been involved in an altercation with other students at the school.  Officers attended the suspect’s residence and took him into custody without incident.

No persons suffered any physical injuries.

A 31-year-old male of Oshawa is charged with: Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance, and Assault with a Weapon.

The accused was released on an Undertaking.

The identity of the accused is being withheld to protect the identity of the student.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Det. Price of the Central East Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 3963.

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 $2,000 cash reward.

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London London Police Service Police Press Releases

3 Sent To Hospital – Randy Dale Jones Arrested

UPDATE – LONDON, ON (September 22, 2025) – Members of the London Police Service have laid charges in relation to an investigation earlier this month.

Randy Dale Jones, 44, of Manitowaning, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Three counts of fail to stop at scene of accident causing bodily harm;
  • Fail to stop for police/pursuit;
  • Three counts of dangerous operation causing bodily harm;
  • Dangerous operation of a conveyance;
  • Fail to stop at scene of accident;
  • Race a motor vehicle; and
  • Driving while under suspension.

The accused is in custody in another jurisdiction and as such, the charges have been laid by way of warrant of arrest.

One individual transported to hospital has succumbed to their injuries. The investigation remains ongoing, and charges may be amended as appropriate.

The Special Investigations Unit was notified and has invoked their mandate. As such, all inquiries regarding the investigation are to be directed to the Special Investigations Unit at 416-622-0748 or 1-800-787-8529 or [email protected].

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Guelph Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

Two people face impaired driving charges following separate collisions over the weekend.

Just before 11 a.m. Friday, police were called to a single-vehicle collision on Woolwich Street near London Road where a car had struck a hydro pole.

Officers spoke to the driver and confirmed he is currently a suspended driver. Following further investigation he was arrested for impaired driving and dangerous driving.

A 34-year-old Guelph man will appear in court November 4.

Approximately 8:40 p.m. Sunday police were called to the area of Scottsdale Drive and Ironwood Road for reports of a parked vehicle being struck. Officers arrived and observed a car with extensive damage.

They spoke to a woman who had an odour of alcohol on her breath. After failing a roadside breath test she was arrested and transported to the police station, where further tests showed she had more than three times the legal limit of alcohol in her system.

A 46-year-old Guelph woman is charged with impaired driving and dangerous driving. She was held for a bail hearing Monday.

Both drivers had their licences suspended for 90 days and their vehicles impounded for seven days.

The Guelph Police Service would like to encourage the public to 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.

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Guelph Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Heroes Disarm Teen Before Police Arrive, Likely Saving Life #FilmThePolice #FTP

A Guelph teen faces assault and weapons charges after police were called Friday evening for a report of someone with a knife.

Approximately 5:40 p.m. residents in the area of Metcalfe Street and Emma Street reported a disturbance between a male and female known to each other. A female was observed leaving her home with a large knife.

Several witnesses called 911 as the woman walked up and down the street with the knife in her hand while yelling and swearing. Eventually witnesses were able to get the knife away from her.

A 16-year-old Guelph girl is charge with possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, assault and two counts of breaching court orders. She was held for a bail hearing and has been released to appear in court October 2.

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Guelph Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Security Officers Lured Outside Then Beaten – 16 & 22 Year Old Arrested

A Guelph man and Cambridge teen face assault charges after two security officers were attacked Saturday.

Approximately 5:35 p.m. several young people were in the food court area of Stone Road Mall with their hoods up. Security officers asked them to remove their hoods per mall policy. When they refused they were escorted out of the mall.

Once outside, one of the males pushed an officer before the others joined in, punching and kicking both security officers several times. Eventually the victims were able to detain one of the males and the others fled on foot. Responding officers saw one of the youths running from the area and he was caught following a foot pursuit.

A 22-year-old Guelph man and 16-year-old Cambridge boy are each charged with two counts of assault. The man was also charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking after quantities of suspected crack cocaine and cash were found on his person.

The man will appear in court November 7. The teen was held for a bail hearing and has been released to appear in court October 15.

The investigation is ongoing.

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Guelph Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Hammer Attacker Wrestled To Ground & Held For Police #StandYourGround

A Guelph man faces assault and mischief charges after a hammer was wielded during a neighbour dispute.

Approximately 3:25 p.m. Sunday police were called to an address near Victoria Road South and Arkell Road. Investigation revealed two neighbours have been arguing recently about placement of garbage bins. On Sunday one of the men parked his vehicle too close to the other’s driveway, prompting a brief physical altercation.

While the man moved his vehicle to another spot, the neighbour retrieved a hammer and smashed several windows of another vehicle in the victim’s driveway. When the victim approached he held the hammer over his head in a threatening manner, however the victim was able to wrestle him to the ground and detained  him until police arrived.

A 35-year-old Guelph man is charged with assault with a weapon and mischief under $5,000. He was held for a bail hearing Monday.

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Guelph Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Mother Dead After Family Run Down By 19 Year Old In Guelph

The Guelph Police Service continues to investigate after a woman died when she and her family were struck by a pickup Friday afternoon.

Just after 5 p.m. emergency services were called to the intersection of Paisley Road and Alma Street North. Investigation revealed a Guelph couple were walking with their three-year-old daughter in a stroller when all three were struck by a pickup in the crosswalk.

All three were transported to Guelph General Hospital where the mother, a 38-year-old Guelph woman, succumbed to her injuries. Her 38-year-old husband was treated for minor injuries and released. Their daughter was airlifted to a Hamilton trauma centre as a precaution and was released from hospital the same night.

The driver, a 19-year-old male from Northern Ontario, remained on scene and was not physically injured.

The collision remains under investigation. Anyone who witnessed it and has not yet spoken to police is asked to call Constable Todd Weinstein at 519-824-1212, ext. 7185, or email [email protected].

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Police Press Releases Toronto Toronto Police

Eldery Woman Victimized By These People – Police Fear More Victims

The Toronto Police Service is making the public aware of two arrests made in a distraction theft investigation.

It is alleged that:

  • on September 20, 2025 at 2:25 p.m. an elderly victim was sitting in front of their home in the Rustic Road and Liscombe Road area
  • a woman approached the victim and began a conversation
  • the woman distracted the victim and stole their jewelry
  • the woman fled the area in the company of a man

Members of 12 Division, Major Crime Unit, identified, arrested and charged:

Ionel Petter, 35, of Toronto, with:

  1. Theft Over $5000
  2. Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000
  3. Participate in a Criminal Organization
  4. Drive Motor Vehicle, No Plates

He is scheduled to appear in court at Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 10 a.m., in room 107.

Florina Gheorghe, 33, of Toronto, with:

  1. Theft Over $5000
  2. Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000
  3. Participate in a Criminal Organization

She is scheduled to appear in court at Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 10 a.m., in room 105.

Investigators believe there are more victims.  Images have been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

Case #: 2025-1980502 
Published: Monday, September 22, 2025, 6:51 PM

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Police Press Releases Toronto Toronto Police

Home Invader Wanted For Stabbing Victim – Call 911 Immediately If You See This Person – DO NOT APPROACH

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a man wanted in an Aggravated Assault investigation.

On Sunday, September 21, 2025, at approximately 1 a.m., police responded to a call for Stabbing in the Mason Road and Eglinton Avenue East area.

It is reported that:

  • a man entered into an apartment
  • he stabbed the victim multiple times
  • the victim was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries

Brandon Brooks, 39, of Toronto, is wanted for:

  1. Aggravated Assault
  2. Weapons Dangerous
  3. Breach of Probation

The man is described as 5’11”, 205 lbs., with a muscular build, short black hair and beard. He was wearing multi-coloured shorts, a gray t-shirt and carrying a black backpack.

An image has been released.

Brandon should be considered armed and dangerous. Please call 911 if he is located. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

Case #: 2025-1983953 
Published: Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 8:23 AM

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Area OPP Listowel OPP Perth Police Press Releases West Perth

Pedestrian Run Down In Listowel Crosswalk – Suspect At Large

(WEST PERTH, ON) – One person is injured following a vehicle collision with a pedestrian in the Municipality of North Perth.

On September 12, 2025 the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) launched an investigation into a collision that occurred on September 5, 2025 at approximately 3:00 p.m. at the intersection of Wallace Ave North and Campbell St East in the town of Listowel, where a vehicle struck a pedestrian in the crosswalk before departing the area.

The vehicle and person of interest are described as:

  • Grey sedan
  • Elderly caucasian female with grey hair

The pedestrian that was struck by the vehicle sustained minor injuries.

The Perth County OPP is requesting anyone who may have witnessed this collision, has video footage, or can identify the vehicle and person of interest to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Central Elgin OPP Police Press Releases

Neighbour Dispute Turns Criminal – 2 Charged

(CENTRAL ELGIN, ON) – Members of the Elgin County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals following an investigation.

On Friday, September 12, 2025, at approximately 7:47 a.m., Elgin County OPP were dispatched to an address on Centennial Avenue in Central Elgin to investigate a neighbour dispute.

As a result of the investigation, police executed a search warrant and subsequently charged Timothy VANSICKLE, 37 years old and Julia MAJKUTEWICZ, 40 years old, from Central Elgin with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Criminal harassment – beset and watch
  • Criminal harassment – repeatedly communicate
  • Public incitement of hatred
  • Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property (two counts)

The accused were held for bail and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas at a later date.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of every individual in Ontario, regardless of their race (real or perceived), ancestry, national or ethnic origin, language, colour, religion, gender, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation or any other similar factor. Hate has no place in our communities will not be tolerated.