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OPP Police Press Releases Ramara

Shots Fired – One Sent To Hospital #Anarchy

(Ramara, ON) – Members of Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police and Rama Police Service attended an address on Fish Sideroad following reports of shots being fired at a residence.

On April 15, 2024 at approximately 4:45 am Orillia OPP were dispatched to a weapons call, following reports of gunfire at a residence. Upon arrival at the scene, police located an individual with injuries, who was transported by Simcoe County Paramedics to a local hospital. Members of the Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Canine conducted a search of the area.  Members of the Orillia Detachment Crime Unit have taken over the investigation and are being assisted by OPP Forensic Identification Services.  Residents were asked to remain in their residences and lock their doors during the incident while police searched the area for the suspect(s), which was concluded around 7:10 am. No suspect(s) were located. 

Police are requesting anyone who witnessed anything suspicious or have surveillance in the area between 3:00 am and 6:00 am are requested to review their footage and contact Orillia OPP or Crime Stoppers. 

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Hanover Police Police Press Releases WFP

Anonymous Violent Criminal Punches Officer In Face Then Released In Hanover #NameNames #CowardCops

On April 16th, 2024, at approximately 11:30 p.m. the Hanover Police Service responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver on 10th Street in the Town of Hanover.  Officers on patrol located the vehicle in a drive thru of a restaurant and initiated a traffic stop.

The driver, a 24-year-old Hanover man refused to provide a sample of his breath for analysis, resisted arrest and struck an officer in the face while attempting to flee the scene on foot.  The suspect was apprehended after a brief foot chase.

Officers seized a small quantity of methamphetamine along with open alcohol from the vehicle.  Further investigation determined the suspect was prohibited from driving under the Criminal Code for a previous impaired driving conviction in 2022 and suspended from driving under the Highway Traffic Act.

The suspect was lodged in police cells and later released when he sobered, facing the following charges.

  1. Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance – Methamphetamine
  2. Fail or Refusal to Comply with Demand
  3. Resist Peace Officer
  4. Operation while Prohibited x 2
  5. Obstruct Peace Officer
  6. Assault with Intent to Resist Arrest
  7. Fail to Surrender Insurance Card
  8. Drive Motor Vehicle, Fail to Display Two Plates
  9. Having Care or Control of a Motor Vehicle – Open Liquor
  10. Driving While Under Suspension
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Hanover Police Police Press Releases WFP

Violent Repeat Offenders Arrested – Hanover Police Still Protecting Criminals Over Community

On April 6th, 2024, at 8:37 a.m. members from the Hanover Police Service responded to a report of two people sleeping in a vehicle parked at an apartment complex in the 100 block of 11th Avenue in Hanover.

While on scene, officers recognized the suspects as having committed a theft in Hanover from a previous incident on April 5th.  When officers attempted to arrest the pair, they violently resisted, and the male suspect jumped into the driver’s seat with the female suspect.  Together, the suspects started the vehicle and drove into the side of the apartment building while partially dragging an officer who was in the passenger seat with them trying to effect their arrest.

The violent struggle continued after crashing into the apartment building, with the male suspect escaping custody and fleeing on foot.  An officer gave chase and captured the suspect who continued to fight and resist.  He was eventually subdued after officers deployed their tasers.  The female suspect who also resisted arrest, was taken into custody.

The investigation determined the vehicle was stolen from South Bruce O.P.P. Detachment area and both suspects were determined to be wanted in several policing jurisdictions.

The Hanover Police Service has jointly charged, a 39-year-old male of no fixed address and a 23-year-old female of no fixed address with the following criminal and drug offences:

  1. Theft Under $5000
  2. Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance
  3. Flight from a Peace Officer
  4. Assault with Intent to Resist Arrest
  5. Assault with a Weapon
  6. Resist Arrest of a Peace Officer
  7. Possession of Stolen Property Over $5000
  8. Possession of Methamphetamine for the Purposes of Trafficking
  9. Possession of Fentanyl for the Purposes of Trafficking
  10. Possession of Methamphetamine

The male suspect faces additional charges of Failure to Comply with Release Order x 3 and Failure to Comply with an Undertaking.  The female suspect faces additional charges of Operation of a Conveyance while Prohibited and Failure to Comply with Release Order x 2.

Police determined the male suspect is currently wanted on 27 criminal and drug charges in 4 policing jurisdictions in Ontario and the female suspect is currently wanted on 10 criminal charges in 2 policing jurisdictions in Ontario.

One Hanover officer received minor injuries while both suspects also sustained minor injuries that required treatment at the Hanover and District Hospital.

The exterior wall of the apartment building and the stolen vehicle both received minor damages.

The suspects were held and later remanded into custody at their bail hearings.

This incident is an example of the transient nature of people who move from one jurisdiction to the next committing crimes along the way that often results in unpredictable, volatile and dangerous situations for the police officers that encounter them.

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Hanover Police Police Press Releases WFP

Anonymous Repeat Offender Released In Hanover

On Monday, March 25th, 2024, members of the Hanover Police attended a business in the 1000 block of 10th Street regarding a theft.

On arrival police spoke with the 48-year-old female suspect. The female was arrested, and several items of stolen property were located on her person. The female was also breaching a previous court order at the time of arrest.

Hanover Police have charged the female under the Criminal Code with Theft, Failure to Comply with Probation and Failure to Comply with an Undertaking. She was released with an upcoming court date in Walkerton.

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Hanover Police Police Press Releases WFP

Repeat Offender Caught Then Released In Hanover

During the early morning hours of Friday, March 22nd, 2024, Hanover Police while investigating a separate matter observed a known 52-year-old Hanover man in the passenger seat of a vehicle.

The man was found to be violating the terms of a previous release order which listed a curfew condition. The man was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with Failure to Comply. He was released with an upcoming court date in Walkerton.

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Hanover Police Police Press Releases WFP

Hanover Police Protecting Criminals Instead Of Community #NewPandemic

On Sunday, March 31st, 2024, Hanover Police responded to a disturbance in the 200 block of 7th Avenue.

On arrival police spoke with a 37-year-old female and 39-year-old male. Investigation revealed both were on court ordered conditions not to communicate regarding previous criminal offences.

Hanover Police arrested both charging them under the Criminal Code with breaching those conditions. They were later released with an upcoming court date in Walkerton.

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Hanover Police Police Press Releases WFP

Hanover’s Anonymous Catch & Release Program Thriving

On Monday, April 1st, 2024, members of the Hanover Police responded to a break and enter in progress. On arrival police observed a 36-year-old Hanover man attempting to leave the area The man was taken into custody without incident. Hanover Police have charged the man under the Criminal Code with Break and Enter. He was released from custody with an upcoming court date in Walkerton.

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

Chatham-Kent Police Daily Update – 17April2024

Chatham-Kent Police

Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 183 calls for service in the last 24 hours. 10 people were arrested on warrants.

Break and Enter CK24016768

At approximately 6:35am, police were called to a residence in the area of Ellis Street, in Chatham with regards to a break and enter. The homeowner confirmed the theft of several items totalling over $4000. The investigation is on-going.

Woman arrested on Warrants CK21046789

At approximately 9:00am, police responded to Wallace Street, in Wallaceburg to conduct a well-being check on the woman. During the investigation, the officer confirmed that the woman was wanted on an outstanding surety relief warrant.

The 29 year old woman was subsequently arrested and transported to courts.

Man arrested on Warrants CK24016923

At approximately 9:30pm, police responded to an address on King Street in Chatham with regards to a complaint of a suspicious person. A 28 year old male was located, and the officer confirmed he was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to attend court.

The male was arrested and subsequently released with a future court date.

Fraud Warning

The Chatham-Kent Police would like to remind citizens that scammers continue to call, email and text people stating that they’ve won a prize. In order to claim the prize though, they need to pay a fee to cover taxes, legal fees or delivery costs. Scammers usually ask that the payments are made using iTunes gift cards or bitcoin, which should immediately raise a red flag, that it’s a scam.

Please remember that if it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is. Protect yourself by recognizing these scams. For more information, please see https://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm

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London Police Service Police Press Releases WFP

Another Police Officer Arrested #FilmThePolice #FTP

LONDON, ON (April 17, 2024) – An off-duty London police officer is facing charges in relation to an impaired driving investigation.

On Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m., an off-duty London police officer operating a motor vehicle in the area of Highway 401 westbound and Wonderland Road was stopped by members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

During the stop, the OPP officer entered into an impaired investigation.

As a result, Constable Darryl Horan, 35, of Woodstock was arrested and charged with the Criminal Code offence of impaired exceed blood alcohol concentration.

The accused was released with conditions and is expected to appear in London court on June 4, 2024, in relation to the charge.

The officer has twelve years of service with the London Police Service.

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Shoplifters Use Jamming Devices

Alarm jammer dropped during theft attempt

A York Region couple face charges after someone dropped an alarm jammer while stealing thousands of dollars in product from a Guelph business.

Just before 4 p.m. Tuesday, police were called to a business on Woodlawn Road West. A loss prevention officer had observed a male and female placing medication, fragrances and toiletries into backpacks stolen from the store. While attempting to leave the business the male dropped a jammer device used to prevent anti-theft alarms from sounding.

Officers arrested both parties, recovering more than $3,200 in stolen property.

Further investigation revealed they were also responsible for a similar theft at the same store in March during which nearly $4,400 worth of items were stolen.

A 25-year-old male and 25-year-old female, both from Maple, are charge with two counts each of theft under $5,000.

Toyota Tacoma stolen from driveway

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a Toyota Tacoma was stolen from the west end.

Approximately 5:40 a.m. Wednesday, a male reported his grey 2023 Tacoma pickup missing from his driveway near Stephanie Drive and Imperial Road South. The truck has a matching grey bed cap and fishing and hunting stickers on it.

Anyone with information is asked to call Special Constable Drew Neil at 519-824-1212, ext. 7581, email him at [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.

Hammer wielded during food fraud

A Toronto man faces weapons and other charges after a man wielded a hammer to avoid paying a bar tab in Guelph.

Just before 1 a.m. Saturday, police were called to a downtown establishment. A man had tried to leave without paying his bill and was confronted by an employee. The man removed a hammer from his tool belt and held it over his head while saying he would not pay the bill.

Officers arrived a short time later and located the male nearby. A 30-year-old Toronto man is charged with possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, food fraud and failing to comply with a release order. He was held for a bail hearing and has been released to appear in court May 17.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours -226

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Police Press Releases West Grey Police

West Grey Police Update

On April 5, 2024 West Grey Police officers were conducting a RIDE check on Grey Rd 4 when a vehicle driven by a 17 year old male was stopped.  The driver was known to have a suspended license and he was subsequently charged with 5 offences under the Highway Traffic Act and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act.  The vehicle he was driving was towed and impounded for seven days.

During the same RIDE check a 24 year old female driver of a different vehicle was arrested and charged with Operation while Impaired and have a Blood alcohol concentration over 80 mgs.  She was released with a future court date and the vehicle she was driving was impounded.

On April 11, 2024 municipal staff advised officers of garbage dumped outside a municipal bin.  The owner of the garbage was identified and a 44 year old male from West Grey was charged with abandoning material likely to become litter under the Environmental Protection Act.

On April 10, 2024 a West Grey officer on patrol observed two individuals in a vehicle travelling on the 18th Concession.  The officer recognized that one party was on a non association condition not to be with the other party in the vehicle. A 20 year old female from West Grey was arrested, charged with breaching a release order and held for bail.  She was released and will attend court in May to answer to her original charges and the new charge.

On April 12, 2024 West Grey officers were advised that a 25 year old male from Brampton who was being monitored by an ankle bracelet had breached the conditions of a release order issued in Peel Region.  Officers attend the address in West Grey he was residing at and arrested and charged  him for breaching his release order.  He was held for bail and remanded into custody at Central North Correctional Centre where he remains at press time.

On April 16, 2024 West Grey officers responded to a reported theft  of $800.00 cash in Neustadt.  A 32 year old male was located and arrested near the scene of the theft, charged with the theft and breach of probation and released with conditions.  He will appear in court in May to answer to the charges.  The money was returned to the rightful owner.

The West Grey Police are very excited construction of the new police building will commence shortly. We thank the community for the support we received and continue to receive.

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

Lisa BALDWIN Was Arrested

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Police, while on foot patrol, in the Town of Ingersoll, detected and arrested an impaired driver.

At approximately 2:35 p.m. on Friday, April 12, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment, witnessed the driver of a vehicle showing signs of impairment.

Police were on foot patrol on Thames Street when they were able to stop the vehicle.

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

After conducting testing at the detachment, Lisa BALDWIN, 43 years-of-age of Ingersoll, was charged with the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:

·      Operation While Impaired

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

·      Drive Motor Vehicle – No Licence

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, located in Woodstock, on May 28, 2024.

Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122 or *677 from a cell phone.

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Balmertown OPP Police Press Releases

Kourtnie SANDERSON Was Arrested

(BALMERTOWN, ON) – A traffic stop has resulted in one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.

On April 14, 2024, just after 3:30 a.m., members of the Red Lake Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) initiated a traffic stop on a motor vehicle in the area of Dickenson Road in Balmertown.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Red Lake OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Kourtnie SANDERSON, 29-years-old, of Balmertown, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

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

·      Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·      Disobey Stop Sign – Fail to Stop – two counts

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Red Lake on June 20, 2024.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wawa

Daniel MACPHAIL Was Arrested

(WAWA, ON) – A collision has resulted in impaired driving charges for one individual. On April 15, 2024, shortly after 10:00 p.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police was notified of a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 519 near Highway 17, north of the town of Wawa.  

Through investigation, officers determined the vehicle driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. As a result, Daniel MACPHAIL, 26 years-of-age, of Sault Ste. Marie was arrested and charged with the following:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on June 10, 2024 in Wawa. The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

No amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. If you believe a driver is impaired, please call 9-1-1 or contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Elisha THOMPSON Was Arrested

(DRYDEN, ON) – A local resident is facing drug trafficking charges following an investigation led by the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

On April 10, 2024, just before 10:30 a.m., members of the Dryden OPP CSCU, with the assistance of the Rainy River OPP CSCU and the Sioux Lookout OPP CSCU, executed a search warrant at a residence on Casimir Avenue in the City of Dryden.

The investigation resulted in the arrest of one individual and the seizure of suspected illicit drugs, including cocaine. Other items associated with drug trafficking were also seized.

As a result of the investigation, Elisha THOMPSON, 34-years-old, of Dryden, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Criminal Code with the following offences:

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

·        Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on May 6, 2024.

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).