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OPP Police Press Releases West Perth

West Perth Collision Sends 4 To Hospital

(WEST PERTH, ON) – Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently on scene of a serious motor vehicle collision that occurred in Perth County.

On March 20th, 2024, just after 2:00 p.m., Perth County OPP, Perth County Paramedic Services, and West Perth Fire Services, responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision involving two vehicles in the area of Perth Road 180 between Line 26 and Line 28 in the Municipality of West Perth. 

Four people were transported to local hospitals; at least one person with serious injuries.

Perth Road 180 remains closed between Line 26 and Line 28 due to the on-going investigation. Members of the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team are assisting Perth County OPP with the investigation.

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OPP Police Press Releases Shuniah

LOPEZ Arrested For Drunk Driving

(SHUNIAH, ON) – A single motor vehicle collision leads to impaired charges by the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

On March 17, 2024, just after 5:30 a.m., members of the Thunder Bay OPP Detachment responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Lakeshore Drive in Shuniah. There were no serious injuries reported to police as a result.

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, Thalia LOPEZ, 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 April 30, 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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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offenders Arrested Again – Meth A Factor

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Three individuals were charged following an investigation into drug trafficking and the execution of a search warrant at a residence by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Haldimand/Norfolk Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

At approximately 6:05 a.m. on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU executed a search warrant at a residence on Kent Street North in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

During the search, officers discovered and seized a quantity of suspected crack cocaine, fentanyl, methamphetamine, and Clonazepam, along with an imitation handgun, other weapons, ammunition, Canadian currency, and drug paraphernalia. Additionally, three stolen bicycles were recovered.

Photographs depicting the seized and recovered items are included for reference.

As a result, three individuals were taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 38-year-old Jacob HEINRICHS of Norfolk County:

  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon (two counts),
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose (two counts),
  • Possession of an imitation weapon for a dangerous purpose,
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada (two counts),
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order (two counts),
  • Possession of a Schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 49-year-old Marsha ELLWOOD of Norfolk County:

  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon,
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose (two counts),
  • Possession of an imitation weapon for a dangerous purpose,
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada,
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order (two counts),
  • Possession of a Schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order (two counts).

Charged with the following alleged offences is 58-year-old Terry RACHAR of Norfolk County:

  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order,
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine.

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

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Moosonee OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(MOOSONEE, ON) – The James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made their third impaired driving arrest of 2024 in Moosonee.

On March 14, 2024, shortly before 9:00 a.m., the James Bay OPP responded to a call of a suspected impaired driver, on the community ice road between Moosonee and Moose Factory.

Police located the subject vehicle, which was stuck on the ice adjacent to the ice road. Police determined that the driver had been consuming an alcoholic beverage, and the driver was arrested and transported to the Moosonee detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Kristin WABANO, 36 years of age of Moose Factory, was charged with operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

Also during this investigation, the passenger of the vehicle was actively obstructing police and as a result, Jessie GUNNER, 39 years of age of Moose Factory was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Obstruct peace officer
  • Resist peace officer

The two accused persons were released and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 7, 2024 in Moosonee.

This arrest was the third arrest related to impaired driving made by the Moosonee detachment this calendar year.

On January 25, 2024, shortly after 8:00 a.m. the James Bay OPP responded to a call of a stolen taxi from a driveway on Hutchison Road in Moosonee. 

When police attended the scene, the suspect had already returned with the stolen vehicle, and was still sitting in the driver’s seat. Police determined that the driver had been consuming an alcohol beverage, and the driver was arrested and transported to the Moosonee detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Melanie SUTHERLAND, 24 years of age of Fort Albany was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Theft of a motor vehicle
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Failure to comply with release order – two counts

The accused was released and the matter is still before the courts. The accused is next scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 17, 2024 in Moosonee.

On February 11, shortly after 6:00 p.m., the James Bay OPP responded to a call of a stolen vehicle in Moosonee, that was reported to be driving onto the community ice road between Moosonee and Moose Factory.

Police located the stolen vehicle a short time later on the ice road, stuck in a snowbank with minor damage (photo attached), however the driver had left the scene prior to police arrival.

An extensive search and patrol of the surrounding area led to the arrest of a 16-year-old person from Moosonee, who was charged with the following:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Fail to stop after an accident
  • Theft of a motor vehicle
  • Mischief under $5000
  • Obstruct peace officer
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 17, 2024 in Moosonee. The OPP will not be releasing the name of the accused under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Meth Bust – RATHIER

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A Laurentian Valley Township resident is facing drug and weapons charges after members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop in Pembroke.   

On March 11, 2024, shortly before 4:00 p.m., officers stopped a passenger vehicle on MacKay Street. Cannabis was found to be readily available in the vehicle and officers also seized suspected methamphetamine along with weapons, including a modified nail gun, ammunition, and replica firearm.

As a result of this investigation 27-year-old Andrew RATHIER is facing the following charges under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), Criminal Code (CC) and Cannabis Control Act (CCA):

·        Possession of a schedule I substance – methamphetamine

·        Possession of an imitation weapon for a dangerous purpose

·        Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition

·        Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available

The accused was released following a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 15, 2024.   

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision In Lakeshore

(LAKESHORE, ON) – On March 20, 2024, at approximately 6:00 a.m., the Lakeshore detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a collision near Old Tecumseh Road, Community of Puce, Municipality of Lakeshore.

Members of Lakeshore OPP, Lakeshore Fire Rescue and Essex Windsor Emergency Medical Services (EMS) attended the Via railway tracks between Old Tecumseh Road and Puce Road.

Investigation determined that a pedestrian was struck by a train and pronounced deceased at the scene.

There was a police presence in the area however no roads were closed for the investigation.

Lakeshore OPP, Vial Rail Police and the Office of the Chief Coroner continue to investigate.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Lakeshore OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or you can provide an online tip at www.catchcrooks.com where you could be eligible for a reward of up to $2000.

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OPP Otonabee-South Monaghan Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust

(OTONABEE-SOUTH MONAGHAN TWP., ON) – Peterborough County OPP Community Street Crime Unit Officers executed a Search Warrant which resulted in one person being arrested and drug related charges being laid.

On March 20, 2024, officers from the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) with assistance from the Northumberland OPP CSCU, executed a search warrant at a location within the Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan. One person was found at the residence and was arrested.

During the search, officers located:

·        234 grams of Cocaine

·        56 grams of Fentanyl

·        3 digital scales

·        Canadian currency

·        Ballistic plate body armour

·        Packaging materials

Spencer SEBASTIAMPILLAI (age 49) of Otonabee-South Monaghan Twp, ON, was arrested and 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 – Fentanyl

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

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

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

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision On Hwy 10

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

On March 19, 2024, at approximately 8:30 p.m., officers, along with Caledon Fire and Emergency Services and Peel Paramedic Services, responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 10, near Escarpment Sideroad, in the Town of Caledon. The incident involved two passenger vehicles. One vehicle had two occupants, which were both pronounced deceased on scene. The lone occupant of the other vehicle was transported to hospital and is in stable condition. The identities of the victims are not yet available.

Highway 10 between Charleston Sideroad and Escarpment Sideroad was closed for several hours while the OPP Technical Collision Investigators and Reconstructionists assisted with the investigation.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage is asked to contact Caledon OPP at (905) 584-2241 or 1-888-310-1122.

If you are affected by this incident or witnessed the collision and wish to speak to victim services, Caledon/Dufferin Victim Services can be reached at (905) 951-3838.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Cori GRATTON Arrested

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – A routine traffic stop by members of the Rainy River District Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has led to an arrest and multiple charges being laid.

On March 17, 2024, at approximately 8:45 pm, a Rainy River District officer stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation on Highway 11 near Lake Road.

The driver was identified as a suspended driver and was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while under suspension. Subsequent to the arrest, police located an open package of cannabis in the vehicle readily available to the driver.

As a result of the investigation, Cori GRATTON, age 52, of Fort Frances, ON has been arrested and charged with:

  •       Drive while under suspension.
  •       Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis in open original packaging.
  •       Improper number plate light
  •       Fail to surrender insurance card.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on May 17, 2024, to answer to the above charges.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Mandeep SINGH Arrested For Assault

(BRANT, ON) – One individual was charged following an investigation into an assault in Paris.

At approximately 7:51 p.m., on Wednesday, March 19, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment investigated an assault at an address on Grand River Street, Brant County.

It was determined that two individuals engaged in a confrontation on the premises, leading to the physical assault of one of them. No serious injuries were reported.

As a result, one individual was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following offence is 21-year-old Mandeep SINGH of Brantford:

–      Assault.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford on May 10, 2024.

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North Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Collison Closed Hwy 4 – One Charged

(NORTH HURON, ON) – On March 19, 2024, at 3:47 p.m., the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a serious motor vehicle collision which closed Highway 4 (London Road) for a brief period.

The Huron County OPP along with North Huron Fire Department and Huron County Emergency Services responded to a two-vehicle collision which one driver was transported to hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

A 53-year-old from Huron County was charged with:

·      Fail to yield from private road

The highway was closed for a couple of hours for the investigation but has since re-opened.

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

Chatham-Kent Daily News – 20Mar2024

Chatham-Kent Police

Chatham-Kent, Ontario: The Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to 119 calls for service in the last 24 hours. Eight person was arrested and two were on outstanding warrants.

Man Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24012291

On December 1, 2023, a warrant was issued for the man’s arrest when he failed to make a court appearance related to an impaired driving investigation.

On March 19, 2024, at 8:54 a.m., the 25-year-old Leamington man attended Chatham-Kent Police headquarters and turned himself into the police. He was held pending a bail hearing.

Man and Woman Arrested for Bail Violations CK24012307/ CK24012312
At 10:38 a.m., police responded to a family dispute on Vanier Drive in Chatham.
Upon arrival officers located the man in the driveway of the home. Investigation revealed that on March 14, 2024, the court released the man with conditions prohibiting him from attending that address, communicating with the resident, being within a specific distance of the resident and to reside at a specific address. The man was found to be breaking these conditions.
Further investigation revealed the resident was allowing the man the man to communicate and reside with her knowing he was bound by conditions.
The 32-year-old Chatham-Kent man was arrested and charged with five counts of failing to comply with a release order. He was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing.
The 54-year-old Chatham woman was arrested and charged with facilitating a breach of a release order. She was arrested, transported to police headquarters and released with conditions and a future court date of April 22, 2024.
Man Arrested for Bail Violations CK24012310
At 10:49 a.m., police responded to a family dispute on McGuigan Avenue in Chatham.
Officers arrived on the scene and located the man outside the home. Investigation revealed the man was bound by a form of release with conditions prohibiting him from communicating with the residents and only attending the home once to retrieve his personal belongings. The man was found to be breaking these conditions.
Further investigation revealed the man was wanted on two outstanding warrants for failing to attend court and an October 15, 2023, bail violation investigation.
The 42-year-old Chatham-Kent man was arrested, transported to police headquarters, where he was held pending a bail hearing. He is currently facing the following charges: failing to attend court, mischief, three counts of uttering threats and four counts of failing to comply with an undertaking.
Man Arrested for Probation Violation CK24012333

At 1:17 p.m. police located the man on Dufferin Avenue in Wallaceburg and confirmed he was wanted on an outstanding warrant.

The 43-year-old Chatham-Kent man was arrested and transported to police headquarters, where he was held pending a bail hearing. He has been charged with failing to comply with a probation order.

Man Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24012335

At 1:40 p.m. The Chatham-Kent Police were advised the man, who was wanted on an outstanding warrant, was in custody at the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia.

The 49-year-old Chatham-Kent man was transported to Chatham-Kent Police headquarters where he was held pending a bail hearing. He is currently facing the following charges: failing to attend court, mischief, two counts of theft and two counts of possession of stolen property.

Man Arrested for Failing to Attend Court CK24012380

At 8:21 p.m., the man attended police headquarters and turned himself into the police. The man was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to attend court related to a prohibited driving charge.

The 54-year-old Chatham man was arrested, processed, and released with conditions and a future court date of April 22, 2024.

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

STAINTON Arrested For Fraud

A male is in custody following a fraud investigation in Durham Region.

On Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at approximately 9:00 a.m., members of the Financial Crimes Unit arrested the suspect of a fraud investigation.

Between December of 2023 and March of 2024, the suspect attended different Home Depot businesses across Durham Region.  The suspect submitted order forms to the service desk and received refunds for items that were never purchased. 

Ryan STAINTON, age 45 from Orono is charged with: Fraud Under $5000 x3.

He was released on an Undertaking.

Anyone with information about this incident or similar incidents is asked to contact Det. Chapman of the Financial Crimes Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5352.

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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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Guelph Police Daily Update – 19Mar2024

$5k in tools stolen from trailer

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after more than $5,000 worth of tools were stolen from a trailer.

Monday morning, a resident of Essex Street near Glasgow Street South advised a trailer parked on the street in front of his house had been entered sometime overnight. A large number of Milwaukee-brand power tools and batteries were stolen.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Jen Probst at 519-824-1212, ext. 7296, 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.

Arrest after roommate assaulted

A Guelph man faces an assault charge after a dispute between roommates Monday evening.

Just before 9 p.m. two men became involved in a verbal dispute inside their home on Stevenson Street North. One of the men was shoved and fell backwards, hitting his head on the floor.

Officers arrived a short time later and found the suspect sitting at the kitchen table. Investigation revealed he is on a probation order with a term to keep the peace and be of good behaviour.

A 41-year-old Guelph man is charged with assault and breaching probation. He was held for a bail hearing Tuesday.

Man charged following break-in

A Guelph man was arrested Monday following repeated break-ins to an apartment building near downtown.

Police were called Monday morning to the building on Gordon Street near James Street. Video surveillance showed three males entering the building’s workshop late Sunday and early Monday, ultimately leaving with a quantity of tools.

One of the involved males was located downtown later Monday and arrested. A search revealed some of the stolen property.

A 30-year-old Guelph man is charged with break and enter, theft under $5,000 and possessing stolen property. He will appear in court May 7.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 181

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Carleton Place OPP Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert – Hans HAUNER Arrested

(CARLETON PLACE., ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has made an arrest in connection with a disturbing incident in Carleton Place.

It happened March 14, 2024, on the Ottawa Valley Rail Trail in the Rosamond Street/Bell Street area.

Two girls, both under the age of 16, reported that a man made inappropriate sexual comments to them.

After an extensive investigation by the Lanark OPP Crime Unit and frontline officers from the Carleton Place office of the Lanark Detachment, an arrest was made today (March 19, 2024).

Hans HAUNER age 57 of Carleton Place has been charged with:

  • Invitation to sexual touching-under 16 years of age
  • Communicate with anyone under 18 for purpose of obtaining sexual services

The accused has been released from custody with mandatory conditions and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on April 22, 2024.