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Huron Police Press Releases WFP

Huron OPP Do Job For Only One Weekend/Year & Lay 235 Charges #OPPDoYouJob

(HURON COUNTY, ON) – Huron Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers faced a busy Easter long weekend as they participated in the province-wide seatbelt campaign and worked around the clock to keep the motoring public safe.

Only three motor vehicle collisions were reported over the weekend in Huron County with property damage only and no injuries.

Over the four-day campaign, Huron OPP officers laid 26 seatbelt charges against drivers and passengers who placed themselves and all other occupants in their vehicle at risk.   

Aggressive drivers posed a significant threat on roads, with 163 speeding charges, five distracted driving and one stunt/racing charge laid. Two impaired driving and other various traffic charges were among the 235 charges laid by Huron OPP officers over the weekend. Officers also issued 140 warnings during the campaign.

The OPP thanks all drivers and other road users who contributed to safe highways and roads over the busy long weekend.     

The OPP conducts traffic enforcement every day of the year and remains committed to saving lives on Ontario roads, waterways, and trails.

The OPP Easter Long Weekend Seatbelt Campaign ran March 29th – April 1st, 2024. 

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Another Drug Bust In Norfolk

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals were charged following an investigation into drug trafficking by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Haldimand/Norfolk Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

At approximately 8:57 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2024, the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU conducted a vehicle stop and investigation at a location on Colborne Street South in Simcoe, Norfolk County. During the interaction, officers had sufficient grounds to arrest the driver for drug-related offences.

As a result, both the driver and the sole passenger were taken into custody without incident. A search of the occupants and the vehicle led to the discovery of suspected cocaine, crack cocaine, and Percocets, along with Canadian currency and drug paraphernalia.

A photograph depicting the seized items is attached for reference.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 42-year-old Joey WHITE of Norfolk County:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin),
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada.

The accused was detained in custody to appear at a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 35-year-old Lisa BARBER of Norfolk County:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.

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Asphodel-Norwood OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Arrested Again #Catch&Release

(ASPHODEL-NORWOOD TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person with multiple offences stemming from a traffic complaint on Highway 7.

On Friday April 5, 2024, the Peterborough County OPP received a call in relation to a black pickup truck driving erratically westbound on Highway 7. An officer travelling eastbound observed the vehicle and managed to obtain a speed reading of 162km/hr in the posted 80km/hr zone. Due to the volume of traffic the officer was unable to safely conduct a turn to attempt to stop the vehicle but radioed ahead to other officers in the direction that the pickup was travelling. A second OPP officer observed the vehicle and activated the cruisers emergency lights in effort to stop the vehicle. Information was obtained through the OPP Communication Centre that the vehicle in question had been reported as stolen that morning from Peterborough City. The vehicle continued through two intersections without making any effort to pull over. An additional OPP officer joined in and between the two officers, were able to safely bring the vehicle to a stop.

The driver of the vehicle was arrested and during a search incident to arrest, officers located three cell phones which were later determined to have been stolen. The driver was also found to be prohibited from driving.

Tee-Jay ATHANASI (age 33) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Dangerous operation
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 (two counts)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on May 7, 2024.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law, and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Malahide OPP Police Press Releases

36 Year Old Arrested For Assault

(MALAHIDE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin County (St. Thomas) Detachment has charged an individual following an intimate partner violence investigation.

On March 9, 2024, at approximately 1:30 a.m., members of the Elgin County OPP (St. Thomas) Detachment were dispatched to a residence in the Township of Malahide following a disturbance.

As a result, a 36-year-old of the Township of Malahide was charged with:

  • Assault – Spousal

The accused was held for bail hearing.

Victims of sexual assault/domestic violence are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Elgin.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you are in an immediate crisis, dial 9-1-1.

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Haldimand County Police Press Releases

Bailey SCHWEYER Was Arrested

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – On April 6, 2024, at approximately 10:00 p.m., members of the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), responded to a suspicious vehicle complaint on Concession 6 Road, Fisherville. 

Police located the vehicle, and upon speaking with the driver, it became obvious that they had consumed alcohol.

An Approved Screening Device was administered at the roadside and as a result, the driver was placed under arrest. The accused was transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Bailey SCHWEYER, 28-years-old of Fisherville has been charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive Motor Vehicle with Liquor Readily Available
  • Drive Vehicle or Boat with Cannabis Readily Available
  • Drive Motor Vehicle, No Currently Validated Permit

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on May 14, 2024.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

Hwy 85 Hit & Run Suspect At Large

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Neighbourhood Policing North Division is investigating a hit and run motor vehicle collision in Kitchener.

On April 9, 2024, at approximately 7:50 a.m., police responded to reports of a collision involving a commercial motor vehicle and a black Honda Civic in the southbound lanes of Highway 85 near Wellington Street North. 

The black Honda Civic was located a short distance away from the scene of the collision and the unknown driver had fled the area.

Highway 85 remained closed for several hours for the cleanup of a fuel spill.

There were no physical injuries reported as a result of this incident.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed this incident or has dash-cam footage is encouraged to contact the Waterloo Regional Police Service at 519-570-9777, extension 6399.

To provide anonymous information, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Missing Person Found Deceased

On April 8, 2024, the Guelph Police Service was involved in a sudden death investigation in the area of Speedvale Avenue East and Marlborough Road.

Investigators determined that the body discovered was the person reported missing on January 30, 2024.

The death is not considered suspicious. Family of the deceased were notified and have asked for privacy during this difficult time.

Respecting the wishes of the family, the Guelph Police Service will not be releasing any more information, but would like to thank the community members and agencies that assisted with the investigation.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

1/2 Kilo Cocaine Bust

(SUDBURY, ON) – Two individuals have been charged after a search warrant was executed at a residence on Ontario Street in Sudbury by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Joint Forces Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG) and the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) Drug Enforcement Team.

The following items were seized:

·      Nearly half a kilogram of cocaine

·      $2,440 in Canadian currency

·      six cell phones

·      drug trafficking paraphernalia

Ayman ABDULKHALIK, 23 of Etobicoke has been charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule 1 substance, cocaine, for the purpose of trafficking – two counts

·      Failure to comply with a release order – six counts

·      Possession of proceeds of crime

 Kayla LEGREE, 37 of Sudbury has been charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule 1 substance, cocaine, for the purpose of trafficking – two counts

·      Failure to comply with a probation order – two counts

This investigation was supported by the:

·      OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau

·      OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit

·      OPP Canine Unit

·      OPP Emergency Response Team

·      GSPS Intelligence Unit

ABDULKHALIK was held in custody and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sudbury on April 19, 2024. LEGREE was released from custody and appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sudbury on May 22, 2024.

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Cramahe OPP Police Press Releases

$42,000 Cocaine Bust

(TOWNSHIP OF CRAMAHE, ON) – On February 24, 2024, at approximately 5:25 a.m., officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call regarding a person causing a disturbance at a commercial property on King Street East in the Township of Cramahe.

Upon locating the individual, officers were led into a drugs investigation as 427 grams of suspected Cocaine was seized.

As a result the investigation, OPP arrested a person on April 9, 2024.

Tara TURK, 38-years-old, from Colborne, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

The total street value of the seized drugs is worth approximately $42,700.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. 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 or www.crimestoppers.ca

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Police Officer Arrested – WALBOURNE

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – Police have laid five charges against a former Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) member.

In late 2021, the Ministry of the Attorney General requested that the OPP investigate allegations of misconduct by members of the TBPS. That review led to an investigation by the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB). The investigation has been ongoing and has led to further charges against a former member of the TBPS.

On April 9, 2024, Holly WALBOURNE, 37 years old of Thunder Bay, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Obstruct public or peace officer, section 129(a)
  • Breach of trust by a public officer, section 122
  • Obstruct justice, section 139(2) – three counts

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on May 10, 2024.

Any questions relating to the employment status of the accused should be directed to the Thunder Bay Police Service.

The OPP CIB investigation is ongoing.

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Archipelago OPP Police Press Releases

AI & Spike Belt Used to Nab One From China Attempting To Flee

(ARCHIPELAGO, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person with multiple offences after a traffic stop on Highway 69 in Archipelago Township.

On April 6, 2024, just before 1:00 p.m. officers conducting general patrol on Highway 69 received an alert from the Automatic Licence Plate Reader (ALPR) regarding a stolen vehicle. Officers confirmed the vehicle was stolen from York Region and attempted to stop the vehicle. The vehicle failed to stop for police and officers deployed a Tire Deflation Device also known as a spike belt to safely bring the vehicle to a stop.  

As a result of the investigation Pu ZHANG 32-year-old from China was arrested and charged with: 

  • Possession of property obtained by crime
  • Flight from a peace officer
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

The accused was held for bail and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on April 10, 2024.  

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Kapuskasing OPP Police Press Releases

Driving On Sidewalk, Honking Horn & Death Threats Leads To Arrest – Repeat Offender Arrested

(KAPUSKASING, ON) On April 8, 2024, shortly after 1:30 p.m., the James Bay OPP received three separate calls reporting a suspected impaired driver in a pick-up truck on Brunetville Road in Kapuskasing.

Callers reported aggressive driving, driving onto the sidewalk, and the driver honking at everyone. Police located the driver and vehicle on Lemarier Street in Kapuskasing, and determined that the driver had been consuming an intoxicating substance. The driver was arrested and transported to the Kapuskasing detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Nikolas VALLIERE, 23 years of age of Kapuskasing, was charged with the following:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·        Dangerous operation

·        Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm

·        Trafficking a schedule I substance – Cocaine

·        Trafficking a schedule IV substance – lorazepam

·        Assault a peace officer

·        Failure to comply with a release order (four counts)

The accused remains in custody awaiting a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing.

Both accused persons were issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and their vehicles were impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring our roads are safe from drug-impaired and alcohol-impaired drivers. We urge everyone to make responsible choices when it comes to driving, and to report any suspected impaired driving immediately by calling 911.

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Kapuskasing OPP Police Press Releases

Tony OSMOND – Impaired Driving

(KAPUSKASING, ON) – In two separate incidents, James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers responded to traffic complaints leading to impaired charges.

On April 8, 2024, shortly before 12:00 p.m., a concerned citizen approached the James Bay OPP in Kapuskasing to report a suspected impaired driver of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) on Highway 11. 

The OPP was able to locate the subject CMV, which was travelling east bound out of Kapuskasing on Highway 11. Upon speaking with the driver, police determined that the driver had been consuming an intoxicating substance. The driver was arrested and transported to the Kapuskasing detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Tony OSMOND, 54 years of age of West Saint Paul, MB, was charged with operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on June 17, 2024 in Kapuskasing.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Sydney BAIRD – Impaired Driving

(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged following a traffic stop in Espanola.

On April 8, 2024, shortly after 8:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting general patrol in the Town of Espanola. Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on James Street for a Highway Traffic Act violation.

Upon speaking with the driver, police were able to determine the driver was impaired. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Sydney BAIRD, 26-years-old from Baldwin Township has been charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance – two counts
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on May 6, 2024.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Tyler BROSSEAU – Drunk Driving

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – A single vehicle collision resulted in impaired charges on the weekend.

On April 6, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a single vehicle collision on Concession 4, Walpole.

The investigation determined that a vehicle left the roadway with the driver sustaining minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Tyler BROSSEAU, 31-years-old of Port Dover has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Operation While Impaired

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on May 28, 2024.