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Marmora and Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Luke CRAWFORD – Assault, Mischief

(MARMORA, ON) – One person is facing charges after a disturbance at a convenience store in Marmora.

On Wednesday October 8, 2025, shortly before 11:00 p.m., officers with the Central Hastings Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the location on Matthew Street. An individual reportedly became aggressive, and threw items at the store employee, resulting in property damage but no serious injuries. The suspect fled before officers arrived.

Officers located the individual a short time later, riding a bicycle along Highway 7. He was arrested and transported to the detachment.

As a result of the investigation, Luke CRAWFORD, age 34 of the Municipality of Marmora and Lake, has been charged with:

• Assault

• Mischief – destroy or damage property

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on November 6, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Sage MILLER – Drunk Driving

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – A novice motorist has been charged with impaired driving after being stopped at a RIDE program in Prince Edward County.

On Thursday, October 9, 2025, around 2:00 a.m., officers with the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE program on Highway 49.

Officers utilized an approved roadside alcohol screening device on a novice driver. As a result, the individual was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

Sage MILLER, age 24 of Picton, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on October 22, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tay Valley

Marcel VANOORT Facing Weapon & Theats Charges

(TAY VALLEY TWP, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following an investigation into threats.

Lanark County OPP officers began an investigation on Monday, October 9, 2025.

As a result of investigation, Marcel VANOORT, 43-years-old from Tay Valley Township has been charged with:

·        Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm – two counts

·        Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on October 9,2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases The Nation

Kiza Silve Was Arrested

(THE NATION, ON) – Members of the Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested a motorist for impaired driving.

On Tuesday, October 7, at approximately 1:50 a.m., officers observed a vehicle speeding on Highway 417 in The Nation township. Officers stopped the vehicle shortly after. During the investigation an Approved Screening Device (ASD) was used, and the driver refused to provide a breath sample.

As a result of the investigation, 30-year-old, Kiza Silve, of Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec, was charged under the Criminal Code (CC), with: 

• Operation while impaired – alcohol CC

• Failure or refusal to comply with demand CC

• Mischief -obstruct, interrupts or interferes with lawful operation of property CC

• Obstruct peace officer CC

The motorist received a 90-day driver’s licence suspension, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

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Police Press Releases Sarnia Sarnia Police Service

Violent 17 Year Old Repeat Offender Arrested Again #3Strikes

On October 7th, 2025 at 9:07pm the Sarnia Police Service received a 911 call in relation to a weapons call in the area of the 1400 block of Exmouth Street, in the City of Sarnia.

The complainant indicated that he and his girlfriend attended a social gathering at this location.  They encountered a 17-year-old male who was intoxicated and argumentative.  As they entered their vehicle to leave, the 17-year-old male approached.  He requested a ride to a separate address to confront another individual but the complainant refused.  The male youth then produced a black pistol and pointed it at the vehicle occupants who immediately drove off, fearing for their safety.

The youth was arrested at a separate address later in the evening. 

Investigation revealed that this same youth was out on bail (subject to house arrest and a no weapons condition) in relation to previous firearms and drug offences.  See previous media release in relation to that incident: https://www.sarniapolice.ca/news/498/drugs-guns-and-ammunition-seized-after-youth-arrested/  

A 17-year-old Sarnia youth has been held for bail on charges of:

  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Point Firearm
  • Carry concealed weapon
  • 2 X Fail to comply with release order

Following his bail hearing, the court remanded him into custody. The firearm has not yet been recovered. 

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas St. Thomas Police Service

STPS Daily Update 08Oct

St. Thomas, ON – Wednesday October 8th 2025

It has been a busy 24 hours for the St. Thomas Police Service, with officers responding to nearly 100 calls for service.

These calls range from general calls for service to urgent incidents requiring immediate police response.

Assault Police 

A 33 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested after police were called to check on the well-being of an individual. On Tuesday morning, officers attended a Talbot Street address in an attempt to locate and confirm the individual was in good health. Upon arrival, officers were met by an individual who was escalated and yelling at police. The accused refused to allow officers to conduct their well-being check and became combative. The 33 year old was charged with one count of Obstruct Police. While attempting to effect the arrest, the accused actively resisted, physically assaulting an officer. Once in custody, the 33 year old was transported to police headquarters, charged with Resist Arrest and Assault Peace Officer, processed, appeared in court, and was subsequently released. ST25018381

Disturbance

A 28 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested after police responded to a disturbance downtown, Tuesday afternoon. Just after 2:30 p.m. police were called to the 400 block of Talbot Street for the report of an argument between two individuals. Upon arrival, officers located the parties involved. The accused was in the street yelling and attempting to enter vehicles, carrying property from a retail store in the area, refusing to cooperate with police and continued running in the street. The 28 year old was taken into custody, charged with one count of Causing a Disturbance and released on an appearance notice with a future court date. ST25018410

Trespass Charges  

Two St. Thomas residents have been charged with Trespassing after being located on the property of a commercial building on the northside of the city. On Tuesday morning at 5:40 a.m. we were called to the location after on site security observed two individuals inside a fenced area of the property. Upon arrival, police located a 37 year old St. Thomas resident and 51 year old St. Thomas resident who were both issued tickets for Trespass to Property. ST25018357

Warrant Arrests 

A 40 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Tuesday, while dealing with the individual on an unrelated matter at the Elgin County Courthouse, officers were made aware of an outstanding warrant for three counts of Failure to Comply with Probation Order and two counts of Breach of Recognizance stemming from an incident in September. The 40 year old was processed and released with future court date. ST25018398/16765

A 32 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. Early this morning, officers on community patrol located the individual known to them to be wanted by our service on an outstanding warrant for Break and Enter, Theft under $5,000 and Failure to Comply with Probation stemming from an incident in September. The individual was transported to police headquarters, processed and released on an appearance notice with a future court date. ST25018443

Theft Investigations 

St. Thomas police are currently investigating the report of a shoplifting incident that occurred at a grocery store on Talbot Street. On Tuesday, officers were called to the store after video of two unknown individuals showed them concealing items in a bag and leaving the store without paying. The video is being provided to police. ST25018363

A yellow and black mountain bike has been reported stolen from an address on Wellington Street. On Tuesday, officers were called to investigate the incident that occurred Monday evening between 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. It was reported that the owner of the bike locked it to a bike rack but returned to find the lock cut and the bike gone. This remains under investigation. ST25018366

$400 of property has been reported stolen from a business on Talbot Street. On Tuesday, officers attended an address in the 800 block of Talbot Street to investigate the report of outdoor patio furniture being stolen. Through investigation officers learned CCTV in the area captured an unknown individual enter the property and remove several items. The video is being provided to police. ST25018414

The contents of a vehicle parked on St. Anne’s Place have been reported stolen. On Tuesday, the owner of the vehicle contacted police to report their home surveillance system captured an unknown individual enter their car and leave with several items. This remains under investigation. ST25018429

RIDE

The St. Thomas Police Service is happy to share that of the drivers stopped and spoken to during a RIDE program in the city last night, no infractions were found. STPS wishes to thank the community for continuing to drive safe and sober. ST25018444

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas St. Thomas Police Service

Repeat Offenders Arrested In Drug Bust

Two St. Thomas residents have been arrested following the execution of a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a Centre Street residence early Wednesday morning.

As part of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation, the St. Thomas Police Service’s Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) and Street Crimes Unit (SCU) carried out the operation. One individual was arrested a short distance from the residence, and a second individual was taken into custody inside the home.

A search of the residence resulted in the seizure of various drug-related articles, as well as controlled substances, morphine, hydromorphone, and oxycodone.

As a result of the investigation:

  • 50 year old, Beverly Kimber of St. Thomas has been charged with four counts of possession of a controlled Schedule I substance, two counts of failing to comply with a probation order, and one count of obstructing justice.
  • 44 year old, Michael Edmonds of St. Thomas has been charged with four counts of possession of a controlled Schedule I substance and two counts of failing to comply with a probation order.

Both were transported to police headquarters, processed and released with future court dates.

The St. Thomas Police Service remains committed to addressing drug related crime in the community through ongoing investigations and enforcement. ST25018448

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Police Press Releases Toronto York Regional Police

Muslim Hotel Employee Beaten After Suspect’s Credit Card Denied

York Regional Police

Investigators with the York Regional Police Hate Crime Prevention Unit have charged a Toronto man following a violent, hate-motivated assault on a hotel employee in the City of Markham.

On September 28, 2025, just after 3 a.m., officers responded to reports of an assault in progress at a hotel near Highway 7 East and Commerce Valley Drive West. An employee reported that an intoxicated guest had become aggressive.

Upon arrival, police located a 54-year-old injured employee and arrested the suspect nearby. The victim sustained serious head injuries and was transported to a trauma centre.

Through investigation, officers learned that the suspect was attempting to pay for his room when his credit card was denied. A verbal altercation ensued and the suspect’s demeanor changed when he learned the victim was Muslim. The suspect became upset, told the victim he was going to kill him and chased him to a room where he was violently assaulted.

Charged:

  • Geethansan SRIRANJAN, 31, of City of Toronto

Charges: 

  • Assault Cause Bodily Harm
  • Utter Threats

The investigation is ongoing.

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Barrie Barrie Police Police Press Releases

Another School Went Into Lockdown #ItsTime

Barrie Police

On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 12:03 p.m., officers from the Barrie Police Service attended to a report of a robbery that had taken place earlier in a wooded area south of Little Ave. and east of Bayview Dr., in the City of Barrie.

The investigation initially led police to a nearby secondary school that was placed in lockdown. A short time later, the lockdown was lifted after police located and arrested a number of students who were believed to have been involved.

Four youths were transported to Barrie Police Headquarters where the investigation continued under the direction of detectives from the Criminal Investigation Division. As this investigation advanced, detectives determined that the arrested youths were not involved in the robbery, and they were all released unconditionally with no charges being laid.

The victim was transported to a local hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

This investigation remains ongoing and further details will be provided only when they become available.

Occurrence: BA25063109

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Brantford Brantford Police Police Press Releases

21-Year-Old Home Invader Apprehended by K9

With the assistance of BPS K-9 Police Service Dog Mack, officers with the Brantford Police Service have arrested and charged a 21-year-old man wanted for residential break and enters in the city’s Henderson Survey area.

On Sunday, October 5, 2025, at approximately 12:45 a.m., officers with the Brantford Police Service responded to a call to a report an attempted break and enter at a Franklin Street residence. The accused was observed attempting to gain entry to the residence and the motor vehicles parked in the driveway. Because the homeowners had secured their residence and vehicles, the accused was not successful.

The accused attempted to flee from police by running through several backyards but was apprehended by Police Service Dog Mack while attempting to scale a fence.

The accused was identified as a suspect in another break and enter that occurred August 23, 2025, at a nearby Kingsway Crescent home. The accused had broken into the homeowner’s garage and stole several items.

As a result, a 21-year-old man from Brantford stands charged with the following Criminal Code offences: 

  • Trespassing by Night x 4
  • Break, enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence
  • Break, enter a place, commit indictable offence

The Brantford Police Service would like to thank residents in the Henderson Survey area for their diligence in reporting suspicious behaviour. This arrest is reflective of ongoing police initiatives to ensure neighbourhood safety.

Residents can help protect their homes by keeping doors and windows locked, installing motion lights or cameras where possible, and promptly report any suspicious activity to police.

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Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Police Service Police Press Releases

CKPS Daily Update 07Oct

Chatham-Kent Police

Warrants – CK25060783

Date: October 7, 2025, Time: 2:19 hrs, Location: Blenheim

On October 7, 2025, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence in Chatham.

Upon arrival, officers learned that a 46-year-old female from Chatham-Kent had attended the residence and a verbal dispute escalated into a physical altercation.

During the incident, a 46-year-old female from Blenheim sustained minor injuries. Additional medical attention was not required. The individual was subsequently removed from the residence by the occupants before the arrival of officers.

Later that day, the individual was located and arrested on reasonable grounds by Chatham-Kent Police Service officers.

She was charged with the following offence:

  • Count 1: Assault

The individual was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters, where she was released with a future court date of November 12, 2025.

Bail Violations – CK25060856

Date: October 8, 2025, Time: 02:43 hrs, Location: Chatham

On October 8, 2025, at approximately 02:43 hrs, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a report of a domestic-related incident involving a 35-year-old male in violation of his court-ordered conditions.

On September 2, 2025, the individual was released on a probation order with several court-imposed conditions, which included that he not be in direct or indirect contact with specific individuals. The individual was also ordered to not be within 100 metres of any place where the persons is known to live work, or attend school, except when required for official court appearances. Additionally, his conditions required him to not possess weapon or explosive substance, or anything designed to be used or intended for use to cause death or injury or to threaten or intimidate any person.

On October 8, 2025, at approximately 02:43 hrs, Chatham-Kent Police Service officers responded to a report of an individual breaching his court-ordered conditions

Officers attended a residence in Chatham, where they located the individual inside. Investigations revealed that the accused was subject to several non-communication and release conditions. Further investigation also revealed that the individual had repeatedly been attending the residence despite having multiple existing court-order conditions.

Subsequently, the accused was charged with the following offences:

  • Unlawfully in a Dwelling
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order x3
  • Fail to Comply with Undertaking

During his arrest, officers also located a weapon, which contravened his weapons conditions on his probation order. He was charged additionally with the following offence:

  • Fail to Comply with Undertaking 

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

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Guelph Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Man Burgled While Showering, Thief Walks Off With PS and UGGs

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a gaming console and shoes were stolen from a man’s bedroom while he was in the shower.

On Tuesday police received a report of a theft which occurred on the weekend. A resident of Kortright Road West reported he was having a shower in the basement at approximately 12 a.m. Sunday when he heard footsteps upstairs and believed it was his roommates returning home.

When he went upstairs he noticed his PlayStation and UGG-brand shoes were missing from his bedroom.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Andrew Kamenz at 519-824-1212, ext. 7566, 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.

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Guelph Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Boy Resists Suspected Abduction Attempt Outside Arena

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a young boy was approached by a man who tried to get him into his vehicle outside an arena this week.

Approximately 3:30 p.m. Monday the 11-year-old was sitting alone outside the West End Community Centre when a pickup truck stopped nearby. The driver exited the truck and approached the boy. He claimed to know the boy’s mother and said she had asked him to pick the boy up because he was at the wrong arena.

The boy refused to go with the man and he left the area. He was described as a white man with a pale face, approximately 60 years, 5’9” with an average build and red or brown hair, a beard and freckles. He was wearing a maroon T-shirt and blue shorts and driving a white Chevrolet pickup with rust around the rear wheels and possibly a dent on the passenger door.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Justin Garbutt at 519-824-1212, ext. 7596, 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.

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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Gyorgy LAKATOS Arrested Again & Facing Numerous Charges #ItsTime

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – The Bracebridge detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one man in relation to several thefts in Gravenhurst.

On October 7, 2025, at 3:40 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to reports of a theft in progress at a local grocery store located on Edward Street in Gravenhurst. The store staff recognized the individual as a person who had stolen from the store previously and acted quickly. Police attended and their investigation revealed that the same suspect was responsible for a sizeable theft from another grocery store in Gravenhurst earlier that day. The same suspect is alleged to have stolen thousands of dollars of product from Gravenhurst grocery stores on September 8th and 17th, 2025.

Police have charged 59-year-old Gyorgy LAKATOS of Scarborough, ON with Theft Under $5000 X 4 and Fail to Comply with Probation X 6.  He was held in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge for a bail hearing on October 9, 2025 to answer to his charges.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases

Kaylee ZANTINGH – Impaired Driving

(HALDIMAND COUNTY) – Impaired charge laid after police locate an individual in the driver’s seat who appeared to be sleeping.

On October 6, 2025, at approximately 2:25 p.m., while members of the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on foot patrol, they located the vehicle occupied by only the driver on Tamarac Street, Dunnville.

Upon speaking with the driver, it became apparent that they had consumed an intoxicating substance and testing was administered.

 Kaylee ZANTINGH, 31-years-old of Dunnville has been charged with the following:

  •  Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on November 18, 2025.