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London Police Service Police Press Releases

Assault With Weapon – Kenneth Chimweta Irons

LONDON, ON (March 27, 2024) – A London man is in custody after members of the London Police Service responded to a disturbance in the city’s old south.

Early this morning at approximately 2:40 a.m., members of the London Police Service Uniformed Division responded to a disturbance in the area of Chester and High streets.

Officers arrived and learned that a suspect male had shot a male victim with an alleged firearm before pointing it at another female victim.

The suspect male was located and arrested still in the area.

A search of the man yielded a black airsoft gun.

The male victim was transported to hospital by paramedic services with minor injuries requiring medical attention.

As a result of the investigation, Kenneth Chimweta Irons, 26, of London, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Two (2) counts of pointing a firearm; and,
  • Assault with a weapon.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in London court today in relation to the charges.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers.

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Guelph Police Daily Update – 27Mar2024

Arrest after store staff assaulted

A Guelph man was arrested after an employee of a south-end business was assaulted Tuesday afternoon.

Approximately 4:20 p.m. officers were dispatched to a business near Edinburgh Road South and Stone Road West. A man who had previously caused issues at the store was on scene. Staff members were trying to remove him from the store when he pushed one of them.

A 54-year-old Guelph man was arrested for assaulted and being intoxicated in public. He will appear in court May 14.

Watches stolen from display cabinet

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after someone stole more than $2,300 worth of watches from a business.

Approximately 11 a.m. Tuesday, a male entered a business on Stone Road West. He used a screwdriver to break the lock on a display cabinet and removed a number of watches.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Melissa Anthony at 519-824-1212, ext. 7487, email her 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.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 175

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Police Press Releases West Grey Police

West Grey Police Weekly Update

On March 24, 2024 West Grey Police officers were dispatched to a domestic dispute in Elmwood.  The investigation resulted in charges of Mischief being laid against a 50 year old male resident of West Grey.  He was released on conditions and will appear in court in April to answer to the charge.

On March 25, 2024 a West Grey officer on patrol observed a party who had outstanding arrest warrants from another service.  A 45 year old female was arrested and transported to the service that held the warrant.

On March 25, 2024 a West Grey officer on patrol conducted a traffic stop on Grey Road 3.  The  18 year old driver of the motor vehicle was charged under the Highway Traffic Act and The Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act.  His vehicle was towed from the scene and he will attend court in April to answer to the charges.

On March 26th West Grey officers entered into two separate stolen vehicle investigations.  One vehicle was recovered and a suspect was identified in that occurrence.  A warrant has been sought charging a 39 year old male from Hanover with numerous Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences.  The individual is currently in custody on charges from another police service. In the  other investigation both a truck and trailer were stolen.  The trailer was recovered but the truck, a 2008 GMC Sierra is outstanding as of press time.  Investigation into whether the tow incidents are related is on going.  If you have any information about this please call West Grey Police at 519-371-6911 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

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Chesley OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Robbery – School Placed In Hold & Secure

(CHESLEY, ON) – On March 27, 2024, at 11:36 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of robbery in a wooded area located in the town of Chesley.

Out of an abundance of caution, a local elementary school was placed in a hold & secure while officers responded to the area.

Members of the South Bruce OPP, OPP Canine, and the West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) conducted a thorough search of the area.

The South Bruce OPP continues to investigate along with members of the South Bruce OPP Crime Unit.

Updates will be provided as they become available.

The OPP reminds all members of the public to be aware of their personal safety at all times. The OPP’s website, www.opp.ca, contains a number of useful resources, tips, and links.

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.

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Alerts Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Child Airlifted After Attack By Dog-like Creature #NotAWereWolf

(BANCROFT, ON) – The Bancroft Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is warning the public about an aggressive canine-type animal on Bradshaw Road in The Town of Bancroft.

The OPP is investigating a report of an unprovoked attack on a child on the afternoon of March 26, 2024. The child was airlifted with non-life-threating injuries.

The canine-type animal is described as black and grey, similar looking to a German Shepard or Huskey. 

Police are asking members of the public to use caution in the area and report any sightings to police. If it is an emergency, please call using 9-1-1.

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Porch Pirate Caught On Camera – Chad Edward CORRIN Arrested

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has made an arrest after a theft of a package was reported in Pembroke. 

The incident took place on the afternoon of March 21, 2024, when a delivered package was stolen from the porch of a residence in east end Pembroke. The homeowner was notified of the incident by their security camera and promptly reported the matter to police. Officers identified the individual and made an arrest later that day.

As a result, 43-year-old Chad Edward CORRIN of no fixed address has been charged with one count of theft under $5000 contrary to the Criminal Code.

The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 22, 2024. 

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Killaloe OPP Police Press Releases

Amanda FOY – Theft, Laundering, Fraud, Etc.

(KILLALOE) – In November of 2022, the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation into several fraud and theft related incidents that occurred in the Township of Madawaska Valley.

An investigation into these incidents led by the Renfrew County Crime Unit, has resulted in the arrest of one individual and subsequent criminal charges laid.On March 26, 2024, 43-year-old Amanda FOY of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards Township was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:·      Theft over $5000, (eleven counts),·      Theft under $5000, (three counts),·      Fraud under $5000, (nine counts),·      Possession of proceeds of crime over $5000,·      Possession of proceeds of crime under $5000,·      Laundering proceeds of crime; and,·      Forgery.The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on May 1, 2024, Ontario Court of Justice, Pembroke. The investigation is continuing.Police are asking anyone with information surrounding this crime to contact the Killaloe OPP Detachment at 613-757-2600 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS or www.valleytips.ca. You could receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southgate

$20,000 In Stolen Property Recovered From Southgate “Business”

(SOUTHGATE, ON) – On February 10th, 2024, at 9:48 a.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a stolen Case International Combine “header” valued at over $20,000 in the Township of Southgate.

Kevin Innis, 40 years of age from Melancthon was charged with the following:

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·      Fail to apply for permit on becoming an owner

On March 25, 2024, the Grey Bruce and Dufferin County Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) received a tip from the public on the location of the Case International Combine “header”. The Grey Bruce and Dufferin County CSCU attended a business on 260 Sideroad in Melacthon. The Grey Bruce and Dufferin County CSCU seized the Case International Combine “header” and return it to the owner.

If you have any information you can contact the Grey Bruce OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477; submit a secure Web-Tip at www.cstip.ca; or get the P3 Tips mobile app. You will not be asked to identify yourself; you do not have to appear in court, and you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Killaloe OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Arrested Again

(KILLALOE, ON) – Police have arrested and charged two individuals with criminal offences related to a trespass incident.

On March 24, 2024, just after 2:00 a.m., members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a trespass to property call for service at a storage facility on Radar Court in the Township of Bonnechere Valley.

Police located two individuals who were subsequently arrested on scene. As a result of police investigation, 29-year-old Devon KINGSBURY of Pikwakanagan Ontario First Nation has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Trespass at night,

·      Mischief – interfere with lawful enjoyment of property; and,

·      Breach of probation order conditions.

Also charged is 35-year-old Caylah LULOFF of Pikwakanagan Ontario First Nation with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Trespass at night; and,

·      Mischief – interfere with lawful enjoyment of property.

Both accused were released on conditions and are scheduled to appear in court on May 1, 2024, Ontario Court of Justice, Pembroke

Police are asking anyone with information surrounding this crime to contact the Killaloe OPP Detachment at 613-757-2600 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS or www.valleytips.ca. You could receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offenders Arrested In Weapons Bust

(LENNOX & ADDINGTON COUNTY / FRONTENAC TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the East Region Community Street Crime Unit of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged four people after the execution of two search warrants.

On March 20, 2024, shortly before 8:00 p.m. a search warrant was executed at a residence on Flinton Road in Lennox & Addington County. One person was located in the residence and arrested. Police seized a crossbow, assorted ammunition, and a firearms magazine.

As a result of this investigation, OPP has charged Emily WOODCOCK, age 23, of Arden, Ontario, with:

  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Napanee on April 23, 2024.

On March 20, 2024, shortly after 10:00 p.m. a search warrant was executed at a residence on Queen Street in Arden. Three people were located in the residence and arrested. Police seized a long gun, and a crossbow.

As a result of this investigation, OPP has charged Dylan GODFREY-KELLAR, age 28, of Kingston, Ontario, with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Fail to comply with release order – other than attend court – two counts
  • Fail to comply with probation order – two counts

As a result of this investigation, OPP has charged Jeremy TEEPLE, age 46, of Arden, Ontario, with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Fail to comply with release order – other than court

As a result of this investigation, OPP has charged Patrick FRENCH, age 31, of Central Frontenac Township, Ontario, with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Fail to comply with probation order

The three accused were held for a bail hearing and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on a later date.

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OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases

A Couple More Thieves Arrested & Released

(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged two individuals connected an ongoing criminal investigation.

On March 21, 2024, members of Dufferin County, Nottawasaga and Central Regional OPP executed a search warrant at an address on Centennial Road in the Town of Orangeville.

Kuldeep OTAL, a 42-year-old from Brampton has been charged with:

·      Theft Over $5,000

Jasvir KHABRA, a 31-year-old from Orangeville has been charged with:

·      Theft Over $5,000

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville, to answer to the charges.

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/.

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OPP Police Press Releases White River

Abuse – Keep It In The Family & Keep It Anonymous

(WHITE RIVER, ON) – A White River resident is facing criminal charges after a domestic dispute. On March 23, 2024, shortly after 12:00 a.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a disturbance on Superior Street in White River.

As a result of the investigation, a 33-year-old person from White River was arrested and charged with:

  • Spousal Assault
  • Mischief Under $5,000 – two counts

The accused was held for a bail hearing, and subsequently released. The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in May 2024 in Wawa.

Due to the domestic nature of the incident, the name of the accused will not be released to protect the identity of the victim.

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Douro-Dummer OPP Police Press Releases

WILKINSON Speeding While Drunk

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver has been charged with Impaired driving after their vehicle was stopped for speeding on Highway 28.

On March 24, 2024, at approximately 7:00pm, the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle for speeding on Highway 28 in Douro-Dummer Township. While dealing with the driver, the officer detected an odour of alcohol and made an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand. The driver provided a sample of his breath and as a result was arrested.

James WILKINSON (age 30) of Selwyn Township, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 30, 2024.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Selywn

Tahra MOORE – Theft

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called at approximately 1:30pm on March 24, 2024, to investigate a theft of alcohol from a business located in Selwyn Township. The complainant reported that the suspect concealed two bottles of liquor on their person and then left the store making no effort to pay for them.

OPP Officers located the person a short distance away from the store, and based on the description provided from the complainant, were able to identify the suspect and make an arrest.  

Tahra MOORE (age 34) of Curve Lake, was arrested and charged with:

  • Theft under $5000-shoplifting

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.

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

Armed Home Invasion – Suspects At Large

Chatham-Kent Police

Chatham-Kent, Ontario: On March 25, 2024 at 8:20 p.m., the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a robbery on Fairview Line near Communication Road, in Chatham.

Two individuals, wearing disguises and brandishing a weapon, forcefully entered a residence, and demanded money. Varies items were taken by the individuals. The homeowners were not injured in the incident and have been provided with supports.

Officers conducted a perimeter search of the area, utilizing the K9 unit and the drone. The suspects remain outstanding.

The Criminal Investigation Branch is actively investigating the incident and gathering information. We are urging anyone in the area with surveillance cameras to check their footage. If anyone has any footage or information relevant to this matter, please contact Detective Constable Mark VanderGriendt at 519436-6600 x80207or [email protected]. You can provide information anonymously by submitting a tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).