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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

Chatham-Kent Police Daily Update: 26Mar2024

Chatham-Kent Police

Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 189 calls for service in the last 24 hours. Eight people was arrested and seven were on outstanding warrants.

Man Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24013169

At 6:55 a.m., police responded to Morning Glory Lane in Chatham to investigate suspicious activity.

Upon arrival, officers located the man and confirmed he was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to attend court.

The 47-year-old Chatham-Kent man was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where he was held pending a bail hearing. He is currently facing the following charges: assault with a weapon, failing to attend court and two counts of uttering threats.

Man Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24013186

At 10:03 a.m., the man attended Chatham-Kent Police headquarters and turned himself into the police.

The man was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to attend court in January 2024.

The 40-year-old Glencoe man was arrested and released with a new court date. He is currently facing the following charges: possession of stolen property, operating a motor vehicle without insurance and two counts of using unauthorized plates.

Woman Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24013219

At 1:00 p.m., an officer on general patrol conducted a traffic stop on King Street West, near Robertson Avenue in Chatham.

Through investigation, the officer confirmed the woman was wanted on an outstanding warrant failing to attend court.

The 30-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: assault, mischief, and failing to attend court.

Woman Arrested for Theft CK24013247

At 3:15 p.m., police responded to Jeffery Street in Chatham to investigate suspicious activity.

Upon arrival, officers located the woman and confirmed she was wanted on an outstanding warrant for theft.

The 39-year-old Chatham woman was arrested and released with a future court date of April 22, 2024. She is currently facing the following charges: theft and possession of stolen property.

Man Arrested on a DNA Warrant CK24013257

At 5:09 p.m., police conducted a well-being check on a man on St. Clair Street in Chatham.

Officers located the man and confirmed he was wanted on an outstanding warrant.

The 49-year-old Chatham-Kent man was transported to police headquarters, where he was processed and released unconditionally.

Man Arrested for Criminal Harassment CK24013299

At 3:57 p.m., police began investigating an intimate partner violence investigation in Blenheim. Through investigation officers formed grounds to arrest the man.

At 7:55 p.m., police attended an address on Patteson Avenue in Chatham and located the man.

The 28-year-old Chatham man was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where he was held pending a bail hearing. He is currently facing the following charges: assault with a weapon, assault causing bodily harm, uttering threats, failing to comply with an undertaking, criminal harassment and two counts of assault.

Man Arrested for Theft CK24013319

At 11:05 a.m., police responded to a business on St. Clair Street in Chatham for a theft investigation.

Officers learned the man entered the store, removed items from the shelves and exited without paying. The man was located nearby. The man attempted to flee from custody by pushing the officer.

The 28-year-old Chatham-Kent man was transported to police headquarters, where he was held pending a bail hearing. He is currently facing the following charges: theft, possession of stolen property and resisting arrest.

Woman Arrested for Bail Violations CK24013332

On March 25, 2024, at 11:14 a.m., police began a bail violation investigation in Chatham.

The investigation revealed the woman, who was bound by an undertaking with conditions, contacted a man she was prohibited from contacting. The man was also bound by conditions not to communicate with the woman. Officers contacted the woman who agreed to turn herself in upon returning to the area.

On March 26, 2024, at 2:26 a.m., officers responded to Raleigh Street in Chatham after receiving information the woman entered the home of the man. Police attended in the area and quickly located the woman attempting to flee the area.

The 31-year-old Chatham woman was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where she was held pending a bail hearing. The woman currently faces the following charges: two counts of facilitating a breach and two counts of failing to comply with an undertaking.

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

4 Teens Arrested After Armed Robbery

An adult male and three youth have been arrested after robbing and threatening a male with weapons in Oshawa.

On Saturday, March 23, 2024, at approximately 5:25 p.m., members of Central East Division responded to a robbery-in-progress at an apartment complex near Grenfell Street and Gibb Street.  The victim made arrangements to meet with a female.  The victim arrived at the agreed upon location and was assaulted by multiple individuals who stole his phone and other personal items.  The victim fled the apartment complex and contacted 911.  As the victim waited for police in his vehicle, the suspects returned with a bat and hammer and made threats toward the victim.  Police arrived on scene and the suspects attempted to flee, however, all suspects were taken into custody without incident.

The victim sustained minor injuries.

Connor HARRISON, age 19 from Whitby is charged with: Robbery, Possess Weapon Dangerous to the Public, and Utter Threats.

A 17-year-old female from Kawartha Lakes is charged with: Robbery, and Mischief Under $5000.

A 17-year-old male from Oshawa is charged with: Robbery.

A 16-year-old female from Oshawa is charged with: Robbery.

All parties were released on an Undertaking.

Anyone with video footage, dash cam footage or information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. Maves of Central East Division at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 3903.

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. 

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Owen Sound Police Police Press Releases

Smash & Grab @ Weed Store – James FARR Arrested Again

On March 26, 2024 at approximately 2:30 a.m. a man used a rock to smash through the front bay window of a Cannabis Retail business in Owen Sound. The man entered the store and proceeded to steal property including I Pads. The man climbed back through the window and
fled from the area.

Owen Sound Police investigated, and with the assistance of video surveillance footage from the business, were able to identify the suspect based on several recent arrests of the same individual for previous property crimes. Just after 8:30 a.m. a patrolling officer located and arrested the suspect in the area of 16 th Street and 16 th Avenue East. The man proceeded to provide police with a fictitious identity. The man
was searched and found in possession of two stolen IPad’s from Cannabis store.

The accused, 29-year-old James FARR, of no fixed address, was charged with Break, Enter and Commit Theft, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime and Obstructing a Peace Officer. FARR was held in police custody pending a bail hearing.

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Kicks Cop Groin

Man arrested after officer kicked in groin

A Guelph man faces several charges after a police officer was kicked in the groin Monday morning.

Shortly after 4 a.m. police were called to a business on Speedvale Avenue East for a report of shoplifting. Officers located the suspect a short distance away and attempted to arrest him, but the man resisted and kicked one of the officers while he was attempting to handcuff the suspect.

A 32-year-old Guelph man is charged with theft under $5,000, resisting arrest, assaulting a police officer and failing to comply with probation. He was held for a bail hearing Tuesday.

Sleepy driver arrested for impaired

A Guelph woman faces impaired driving charges after she was found Monday morning passed out in her rental vehicle.

Approximately 11:45 a.m. police were called to the area of Farley Drive and Goodwin Drive. A passerby saw a woman sleeping in the driver’s seat of a running vehicle. The woman was awakened by the witness, but then immediately fell asleep again.

Officers arrived and observed drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle, including a glass pipe, baggie containing a white substance and tin foil. While speaking to the woman, officers noted signs of impairment including slow movements, poor concentration and difficulty staying awake.

A search of her property revealed baggies of suspected cocaine and fentanyl, as well as an unsealed container of cannabis.

The woman was transported to the police station where an officer determined her ability to operate a vehicle was impaired by consumption of a drug. A 25-year-old Guelph woman is charged with impaired operation, two counts of possessing a controlled substance and having care of a vehicle with cannabis readily available. Her licence was suspended for 90 days and her rental car was impounded for seven days. She will appear in court April 5.

Impaired charge following driving complaint

A Guelph man is charged with impaired driving following a driving complaint Monday night.

Approximately 10:15 p.m. another motorist noted a vehicle being driven erratically and without lights on Gordon Street. The involved vehicle was located a short time later parked near Gordon Street and Wellington Street East.

An officer spoke to the driver and detected a strong odour of alcohol on his breath. The officer also noted an open can of beer at the driver’s feet which appeared to have spilled on the driver’s pants and seat.

The driver was arrested and transported to the police station, where tests confirmed he had more than the legal amount of alcohol in his system.

A 33-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving and driving with open alcohol. His licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. He will appear in court April 9.

The Guelph Police Service would like to encourage 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.Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 213

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Burks Falls OPP Police Press Releases

Jason DONOFRIO – Impaired Driving

(BURKS FALLS, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged one person with impaired by drug after responding to a traffic complaint.

On March 25, 2024, shortly after 8:30 p.m., members of the Almaguin Highlands OPP responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver.

Further to the investigation, police located the suspect vehicle on Yonge Street in the Village of Burks Falls. While speaking with the driver police determined the driver had consumed drugs. An arrest was made, and the driver was transported to the OPP detachment where further testing was conducted by an OPP Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE). The vehicle was towed and impounded.

As a result, Jason DONOFRIO, 38 years-of-age, of Scarborough, was charged with: operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Thursday April 25, 2024, in Sundridge, Ontario.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Jesse Lyons – Impaired Driving

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation on March 25, 2024 after receiving a call for service from a concerned citizen.

On March 25, 2024 at approximately 1:51 pm, officers conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle on Front Street in Bobcaygeon. An impaired driving investigation commenced.

Jesse Lyons 25 years old of Bobcaygeon was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date. The motor vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 days.

If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture.

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

6 Stolen Vehicles Recovered

(BROCKTON, ON) – On March 26, 2024, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU) and the South Bruce OPP executed a search warrant at a residence along Concession 16 in Brockton.

As a result of the execution of the warrant, police recovered a number of stolen vehicles:

  • Ford F150 Raptor pick-up truck
  • Ford F150 XLT pick-up truck
  • Harley Davidson motorcycle
  • Arctic Cat 800 snowmobile
  • Ski Doo 800 snowmobile
  • Can Am Renegade 800 All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV)

The value of the recovered stolen property is estimated to be $143,000.

The investigation is continuing.

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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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Hwy 10 Double Fatal Collision

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continue to investigate a fatal collision on Highway 10.

On March 19, 2024, at approximately 8:30 p.m., emergency services responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 10, near Escarpment Sideroad, in the Town of Caledon. The incident involved two passenger vehicles. An 85-year-old male and an 86-year-old female from Amaranth were pronounced deceased on scene, while a third individual sustained serious injuries, but is in stable condition.

Investigators from the Caledon Detachment are seeking information from anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage of the collision. Please contact the Caledon OPP at (905) 584-2241 or 1-888-310-1122 if you have information.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Nicole Sawyer – Drunk Driving

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation on March 26, 2024.

On March 26, 2024 at approximately 00:27 am, officers conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle on Highway 7 (near Highway 35). An impaired driving investigation commenced.

Nicole Sawyer 45 years old of Keswick was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration 80 plus

The accused are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date. The motor vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Jared MAJOR – Drunk Driving

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – A R.I.D.E program in the City of Thunder Bay has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.

On March 24, 2024, shortly after 1:00 a.m., members of the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a R.I.D.E program on Balsam Street in the City of Thunder Bay. A motor vehicle approached and drove through the R.I.D.E program without stopping.

Officers were able to later stop the motor vehicle.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver was impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Thunder Bay OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Jared MAJOR, 25-years-old, of Thunder Bay, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on May 3, 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 impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tiny

Timothy FAGAN – Drunk Driving

(TINY TOWNSHIP,ON) – As a result of a driving complaint reported to the OPP Communication Centre at approximately 12:26 p.m. March 25, 2024, a 60-yr-old Tiny Township resident now faces impaired driving charges.

Officers from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment were alerted to the driving behavior of an operator behind the wheel of a silver/grey BMW on Highway 93 and patrolled the area with a sharp eyed traffic officer locating a vehicle matching the provided description a short distance north of the village of Wyebridge, Tiny Township at approximately 1:00p.m. March 25, 2024.

The officer upon speaking with the driver of the vehicle, entered into a drinking and driving investigation resulting in Timothy FAGAN being charged criminally in relation to this investigation with the offences of Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs and further with Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 11, 2024, was served a 90 day driver’s licence suspension and the involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines..

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Shawn DELMORE

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged with several driving-related offences following an investigation into an incident of impaired driving.

At approximately 11:03 a.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2024, an officer from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment conducted a traffic stop and investigation involving a motor vehicle on Queensway East in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

After assessing the driver’s sobriety at the roadside, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 50-year-old Shawn DELMORE of Norfolk County:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance,
  • Fail to notify change of address,
  • Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, April 23, 2024.

If you observe a driver you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Matheson OPP Police Press Releases

Shot Fired – Sylvio THIBEAULT Arrested

(MATHESON, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person in relation to a disturbance in Ramore.

On March 24, 2024, shortly before 12:30 p.m., members of the Iroquois Falls OPP Detachment responded to a disturbance in Ramore, where one person had discharged a firearm.

As a result of the investigation, Sylvio THIBEAULT, 66 years-old, of Ramore was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Careless use of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous person

The accused remains in custody pending a bail hearing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Wasaga Beach Armed Robbery – Derek PUSHIE & Michael CAIN

(WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged two individuals in relation to an assault with a weapon incident in the Town of Wasaga Beach.

On March 20, 2024, at approximately 1:35 p.m., members of the Huronia West Detachment and Huronia West Crime Unit responding to a report of a shooting on Mosley Street. The victim suffered moderate injuries, which were treated on scene by the EMS.

Both the accused were still on the premises when police arrived and were arrested without incident. During the investigation, police seized 0.8 grams of fentanyl.

On March 21, 2024, a search warrant was executed at the residence of the first accused. The following items were seized:

  • Glock air pistol
  • Beretta air pistol
  • Air pistol

Derek PUSHIE, 48-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Careless use of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Firearm – use while committing offence
  • Break, enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence
  • Robbery with weapon
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – opioid (other than heroin)

Michael CAIN, 40-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Firearm – use while committing offence
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Break, enter a place – with intent to commit indictable offence
  • Robbery with weapon
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm

Both the accused’s appeared in Bail Court on March 21, 2024. The accused’s will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie at a future date.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Kuldip Singh – Impaired Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with numerous offences as a result of a traffic stop.

On March 20, 2024, just before 10:00 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop while patrolling the community of Southfields Village, in the Town of Caledon. During the course of the investigation, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Kuldip Singh, 52, of Caledon, was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

·        Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·        Novice driver fail to provide breath sample

·        Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 4, 2024, to answer to the charges. Additionally, the driver’s vehicle was impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licence suspended for a period of 90 days.

The OPP remains committed to keeping our communities safe through enforcement and public education. Drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol continue to pose a significant threat on Ontario roads. Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired, and impaired driving is dangerous regardless of the source of impairment. Ontario has a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to driver’s consuming alcohol that are; age 21 years or younger, a driver of any age who holds a G1, G2, M1, or M2 licence, or driving a vehicle that requires an A-F driver’s licence or Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR).

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving