LONDON, ON (March 28, 2024) – Two London men are in custody after members of the London Police Service located a stolen vehicle in the west end of the city yesterday.
At approximately 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 27, 2024, members of the LPS Investigative Response Unit located a vehicle with license plates belonging to another vehicle driving in the area of Westdel Bourne and Oxford Street West.
Officers observed the vehicle stop at a business and the driver exit the vehicle. The male driver was recognized as he was wanted on a number of outstanding warrants.
The driver was arrested.
Police located and arrested the male passenger inside the vehicle as he was also wanted on outstanding warrants.
No injuries were reported.
Officers learned the vehicle had been reported stolen on March 25, 2024, from outside of the city.
Officers also learned the plates on the vehicle had been stolen from a separate vehicle and had not yet been reported at the time of the interaction.
A search of the vehicle yielded a number of items that had been previously reported stolen as the result of a vehicle break in on March 26, 2024, from outside of the city.
As a result of the investigation, Shaun Michael Bryan Wrightson, 25, and Michael Lawrence Kilby, 35 both of London, have been jointly charged with possession of property obtained by crime over $5000.
Shaun Michael Bryan Wrightson has been additionally charged with the following offences:
Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000;
Operation while prohibited;
Resist arrest; and,
Fail to comply with a release order
Both accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear in London court today in relation to the charges.
LONDON, ON (March 28, 2024) – The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) is investigating after a 17-year-old male was arrested yesterday.
On Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m., members of the London Police Service responded to an assault investigation in the west end of the city.
Officers located the 17-year-old male suspect outside of the residence with a weapon. Members of the LPS Emergency Response Unit were called to assist.
An interaction between officers and the male occurred which resulted in the use of a Blunt Impact Projectile (less-lethal firearm). The male continued to resist arrest and officers deployed a conducted energy weapon (CEW) and took the youth into custody.
Officers transported the male to hospital as a precaution. He has since been released from hospital and remains in custody.
The Special Investigations Unit has been notified and invoked their mandate.
The Special Investigations Unit was notified andhas 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.
In December 2023, the province announced Bill 68, Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 (CSPA), which will bring sweeping changes to the law governing policing in Ontario. The new bill, which comes into effect on April 1, 2024, replaces the current Police Services Act (1990) and will focus on addressing community safety, enhancing police oversight, modernizing policing and establishing consistent mandated training requirements.
The Law Enforcement Complaints Agency (LECA), formerly known as the Office of the Independent Police Review Director (OIPRD) will take effect as an important change to the public complaints process. LECA will retain authority over all public complaints about the conduct of police officers and issues of a systemic nature and will have the power to investigate, even absent a public complaint if it is in the public interest to do so.
Please note, complaints related to events which occurred prior to April 1, 2024, will still fall under the former Police Services Act regulations.
The Guelph Police Service has been working to ensure our policies and practices are in compliance with the CSPA and understand the new Act and Regulations’ impact on our Service’s operations, policies and procedures.
You can consult the full CSPA on the Government of Ontario’s website.
The Guelph Police Service is investigating after an employee at a downtown mall had a knife pulled on him Wednesday.
Shortly after 8 a.m. two males were observed on camera inside Old Quebec Street Shoppes and one was seen writing on a wall with a marker. A mall employee approached the pair and after a brief interaction one of the males removed a knife from his pocket and began waving it around while threatening to stab the employee.
Both males left the mall and were seen walking southbound on Wyndham Street North. Officers recognized the males from surveillance video but were not able to locate them. The investigation is ongoing.
House entered while owners on vacation
The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a west-end home was entered while the owners were on vacation.
Wednesday morning, police were called to a home near Willow Road and Ferman Drive. The owners had returned from vacation to find their rear door had been kicked in and a gate damaged to provide access to the backyard. A quantity of cash and jewelry was missing.
Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Dakota Dakins at 519-824-1212, ext. 7277, 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.
Impaired charge following traffic stop
A Guelph man faces an impaired driving charge after a passerby reported a male passed out at an intersection.
Just after 1 p.m. Wednesday a witness reported a driver passed out in his vehicle at Imperial Road North and Speedvale Avenue West. The driver woke up and left before officers arrived, but one of the responding officers spotted the vehicle turning onto the Hanlon Expressway and pulled it over.
The driver had a strong odour of alcohol on his breath. After failing a roadside test he was arrested and transported to the police station, where further testing confirmed he had more than the legal amount of alcohol in his system.
A 45-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving. His licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. He will appear in court April 16.
The Guelph Police Service encourages the public to always 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.
Third youth arrested for breaking into former restaurant
A third youth has been arrested for breaking into a vacant south-end business earlier this year.
The evening of January 29, police were called to the former Fionn MacCool’s location on Edinburgh Road South after a witness saw two males smashing the glass doors and going inside.
Video surveillance from other nearby businesses showed four youths entering the building. Officers observed fresh red spray paint inside the building and numerous pop cans throughout.
On Wednesday a 16-year-old Guelph boy was arrested for break, enter and mischief. Two 13-year-old boys from Guelph were earlier arrested and face the same charge. All have been released with upcoming court dates.
Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 240
(PERTH COUNTY, ON) – As we all prepare for the first long weekend of Spring, the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) joins policing partners focused on keeping motorists safe during this holiday. As part of the commitment to the Provincial Traffic Safety Program, Perth OPP members will be participating in the annual Easter Weekend Traffic Campaign. The 2024 Easter Weekend Traffic Initiative will commence at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, March 29th, and end at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, April 1st.
The Easter Weekend Campaign focuses on the need to buckle up to save lives. Perth OPP members will be focusing on awareness through enforcement and public education by stopping vehicles that contain a driver and/or passengers not wearing their seatbelt.
Officers will also be looking for other unsafe driving behaviours including distracted driving, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, speeding and other forms of aggressive driving that diminish the safety of our roadways.
The safety of our roadways depends on the motorists traveling upon them. Do your part to keep yourself, your loved ones, and others safe by complying with the rules of the road.
“Our members will be working to keep you safe as you celebrate this long weekend with family and friends. Please help us by doing your part. Wear your seatbelt, drive safely, and don’t drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol.” Acting Inspector David Sinko.
Editors Note: Maybe the OPP should “do their part” and enforce the laws every day. It is so rare that they obey or enforce traffic laws, they do a press press whenever they are about to do it.
(Lennox & Addington County, ON) – On March 25, 2024, shortly after 2:00 p.m., officers from the L&A County OPP received a report of a heavy tow truck that was pulling a concrete pump truck had left the road and was in the ditch.
The incident occurred on Highway 401 westbound at mile marker 548 between the Cannifton Road/Highway 37 exit and the Shannonville Road exit. Police attended the scene and Paramedic Services were already there attending to the heavy tow driver who sustained minor injuries. The Heavy tow had hit the shoulder and ended up in the north ditch.
The heavy tow flipped on its side and was still connected to the concrete pump truck. The recovery of the vehicles will occur Saturday, March 30 starting at 10:00 p.m.. At that time there will be a lane closure of the driving lane to accommodate the recovery so expect minor delays until crews clear the area.
(TORONTO, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Investigation and Enforcement Bureau (IEB) has laid charges against several individuals in connection with allegations of illegal activity occurring at a casino.
The IEB, attached to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) was contacted on March 18, 2024, regarding allegations that a table games dealer was in collusion with patrons at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto.
As a result of the investigation, police have charged the following individuals:
Anagha VARGHESE, aged 21 of Etobicoke is charged with:
· Criminal Breach of Trust S.336 Criminal Code (CC) – three counts
· Cheat at play S.209 CC – three counts
· Theft Under $5000 S.334(b) CC – three counts
· Fraud Over $5000 S. 380(1)(b) CC – three counts
Tajveer KOUR, aged 21 of Brampton is charged with:
· Criminal Breach of Trust S.336 CC
· Cheat at play S.209 CC
· Theft Under $5000 S.334(b) CC
· Fraud Over $5000 S. 380(1)(b) CC
Yakshu NEHRA, aged 23, of Etobicoke is charged with:
· Cheat at play S.209 CC – three counts
· Theft Under $5000 S.334(b) CC – three counts
· Fraud Over $5000 S. 380(1)(b) CC – three counts
Himanshu TANWAR, aged 25, of Etobicoke is charged with:
· Cheat at play S.209 CC – three counts
· Theft Under $5000 S.334(b) CC – three counts
· Fraud Over $5000 S. 380(1)(b) CC – three counts
Parkh RAHEJA, aged 25 of Etobicoke is charged with:
· Cheat at play S.209 CC – three counts
· Theft Under $5000 S.334(b) CC – two counts
· Theft Over $5000 S. 334(a) CC
· Fraud Under $5000 S. 380(1)(b) CC – two counts
· Fraud Over $5000 S. 380(1)(a) CC
The accused parties have all been released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Toronto at later dates.
The IEB is a division of the OPP, embedded within the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), responsible for conducting criminal, provincial and regulatory eligibility investigations to ensure integrity and public safety within the AGCO-regulated industries.
(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after members of the public report separate traffic complaints of possible impaired driver.
On March 26, 2024, at 5:53 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint in the area of Highbury Avenue North and Highway 401 in the City of London and a second complaint a short time later westbound on Highway 402 for the report of a possible impaired driver.
The vehicle was located on Victoria Street in Delaware, Middlesex Centre, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.
It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest.
As a result, Matthew VANOS, a 42-year-old of Middlesex Centre, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:
· Operation while impaired – alcohol
· Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on May 23, 2024.
The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.
If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.
If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.
(TEESWATER, ON) – Members of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a mischief incident along Marcy Street E in Teeswater.
On March 26, 2024, police received a report of vandalism at the ball diamonds. Sometime between the evening of March 25, 2024 and the morning of March 26, 2024, unknown individual(s) attended the area and caused damage to benches, bleachers, fencing, and the public washroom.
Anyone with information about this incident, including video surveillance or suspect information is encouraged to contact the South Bruce OPP.
The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.
(BOURGET, ON) – The Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid criminal charges against two individuals after a lengthy investigation of a fatal collision.
On August 26, 2023, Russell County OPP, assisted by the OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement Team (TIME) responded to a collision, involving a modified golf cart, in Bourget. As a result of the single motor vehicle collision, a 15-year-old passenger was ejected and died from the injuries sustained from the collision.
Following a lengthy investigation by detectives of the Russell County OPP Crime Unit, two individuals were arrested and charged with Criminal Code (CC) offences.
On March 18, 2024, a 17-year-old youth was charged with:
Dangerous Operation Causing Death
Operation Causing Death
On March 26, 2024, a 45-year-old from Bourget, Ontario was arrested and charged with:
Criminal Negligence Causing Death
The individuals are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal at a later date.
(Ottawa, ON) – The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a federal offender wanted on a Canada Wide Warrant as a result of a breach of his statutory release.
Connor MURDOCK is described as a Indigenous male, 21 years of age, 6’3″ (193 cm), 162 lbs (73 kgs) with brown hair and brown eyes. He wears glasses.
He is serving a 2 year 1 day sentence for Possession Prohibited/Restricted Firearm with Ammunition.
The offender is known to frequent the Cities of Ottawa, Arnprior and Renfrew.
Anyone having contact with this offender or information in regards to their whereabouts is asked to contact the Provincial R.O.P.E. Squad at 416-808-5900 or toll free at 1-866-870-7673 (ROPE) or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or call 9-1-1.
(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – Officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) seized a quantity of drugs and charged an individual as a result of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation in the Town of Orangeville.
On March 25, 2024, members of the Dufferin Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), along with Dufferin uniform members and Offender Management and Apprehension Program (OMAP) arrested a male who was wanted on a warrant. The male attempted to flee from officers engaging in a short foot pursuit. The officers arrested the male without incident, and he is now facing multiple charges. In addition, the officers seized a quantity of drugs.
Tevin FRANCIS, 28-year-old from Thornhill has been charged with:
· Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
· Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Heroin
· Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime – under $5000
· Driving while under suspension
· Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver
The following property was seized:
· Cocaine – 5.5 Grams
· Heroin – 2.5 Grams
· Cash – $1970 Canadian
· Cellular phone – evidence of the offence
Anyone with information regarding this investigation of any other criminal activity is asked to contact Dufferin OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also submit your information online at https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/.
Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 193 calls for service in the last 24 hours. Eleven person was arrested and eight were on outstanding warrants.
Man Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24013353
At 8:32 a.m., the man attended Chatham-Kent Police headquarters and turned himself in to the police.
The man was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to attend court in relation to a May 2023 theft investigation.
The 56-year-old Chatham man was arrested and released with conditions and a future court date of April 15, 2024. He is currently facing the following charges: three counts of theft and two counts of possession of stolen property.
Woman Arrested for Break and Enter CK24013356
At 8:49 a.m., police responded to a break and enter on Queen Street in Chatham.
The homeowner was alerted by a smoke alarm and upon investigation discovered a woman cooking in the kitchen. The woman had gathered personal property gathered including blankets and a cooler. The homeowner called 911 and the woman fled the scene. Officers quickly arrived and located the woman on Raleigh Street.
The 24-year-old Chatham-Kent woman was arrested and charged with break and enter and theft. She was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing. As a result of the bail hearing, the woman was remanded into custody with a future court appearance of April 2, 2024.
Man Arrested for Weapon Offences CK24013377
At 11:45 a.m., police responded to Emma Street in Chatham for an assault investigation.
Officers arrived on the scene and located the man. The man was bound by conditions prohibiting him from possessing prohibited and/or restricted weapons for life. Through a search incident to arrest officers found the man in possession of “brass knuckles, which is considered a prohibited weapon as defined in the Criminal Code of Canada.
The 27-year-old West Lorne man was arrested and released with a future court date of May 6, 2024. He is currently charged with unauthorized possession of a weapon and possession contrary to an order.
Man Arrested on Outstanding Warrants CK24013409
At 2:19 p.m., The Ontario Provincial Police contacted the Chatham-Kent Police to advise, as a result of a traffic stop, they had arrested a man on warrants held by CKPS.
The 22-year-old Howard Township man was transported to police headquarters, where he was held pending a bail hearing. The man is currently facing the following charges: public mischief, failing to comply with an undertaking, mischief, assault causing bodily harm, three counts of assault with a weapon, three counts of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, five counts of uttering threats. As a result, the man was remanded into custody with a future court date of April 3, 2024.
Man Arrested for Theft CK24013416
At 1:50 p.m., police responded to Park Avenue West in Chatham for a theft investigation.
A man was captured via surveillance video stealing a delivery from a residence. The video assisted in the identification of the person.
At 3:01 p.m., the man was located and arrested. The man was also wanted on an outstanding warrant for breaking a Conditional Sentence Order.
The 37-year-old Chatham man was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing.
Woman Arrested for Bail Violations CK24013424
At 4:21 p.m., while investigating suspicious activity on Grand Avenue East in Chatham, police conducted a traffic stop.
Through investigation, the officer confirmed the woman was wanted on an outstanding warrant for bail violations.
The 33-year-old Chatham woman was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where she was held pending a bail hearing. She is currently facing the following charges: failing to comply with a release order.
Woman Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24013455
At 7:23 p.m., police located the woman on Wellington Street in Chatham.
The woman was arrested and charged in a March 2023 assault investigation where she was required to attend court. When the woman failed to make the court appearance a warrant was issued for her arrest.
The 38-year-old Chatham-Kent woman was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where she was held pending a bail hearing. She is currently facing the following charges: assault and failing to attend court.
Woman Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24013473
At 9:08 p.m., police responded to Grand Avenue West in Chatham for a theft investigation.
Officers arrived and located the woman. Officers confirmed the woman was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to attend court in relation to bail violations.
The 43-year-old Chatham-Kent woman was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where she was held pending a bail hearing. She currently faces the following charges: failing to comply with a release order, two counts of failing to attend court and two counts of failing to comply with a probation order.
Man Arrested for Impaired Driving CK24013500
On March 27, 2024, at 12:28 a.m., police responded to a motor vehicle collision on Tissiman Avenue in Chatham. It was reported the vehicle had struck a house and drove across a lawn.
Upon arrival, officers believed the man to be under the influence of alcohol and arrested him. The man was transported to police headquarters for tests.
The 47-year-old Chatham man was charged with having a blood alcohol concentration exceeding the legal limit. He was released with conditions and a future court date of April 8, 2024.
Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are investigating an armed robbery in Kitchener.
On March 26, 2024, at approximately 11:35 p.m., police responded to a report of a commercial robbery in the area of Victoria Street North and Lancaster Street North.
During the investigation police learned five suspects entered the business and began to steal merchandise. At one point, two of the suspects brandished edged weapons towards an employee. The suspects left prior to police arrival.
The suspects were described as black males, wearing dark clothing.
There are no reports of any physical injuries.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777, Ext. 8255
To provide anonymous information, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.
Two males were transported to Toronto-area trauma centres after a single vehicle collision in Pickering on Monday evening.
On Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at approximately 7:30 a.m., members of Central West Division responded to a single vehicle collision on Lake Ridge Road, north of Myrtle Road West, in Pickering. The vehicle was travelling southbound on Lake Ridge Road when it lost control and went off the roadway into a heavily wooded area, colliding with a tree.
The collision occurred on Monday, March 25, 2024 at approximately 11:00 p.m., however the driver and passenger were trapped in the vehicle and unable to call for help. The driver was transported to a Toronto-area trauma centre via Air Ornge. The passenger was initially transported to a local-area hospital, but subsequently airlifted to a Toronto-area trauma centre. Both the driver and passenger remain in critical condition.
Members of the DRPS – Collision Investigation Unit attended the scene to conduct an investigation. The roadway was closed for several hours while evidence was collected. This collision is still under investigation.
Anyone with video footage, dash cam footage or information about this incident is asked to call D/Cst. Emily Vander Duim of the Traffic Services Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5227.
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.
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.
