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Chatsworth OPP Police Press Releases

Jeffery McKeachnie Arrested Following Collision

(CHATSWORTH, ON) – The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver who crashed their vehicle into the ditch.

On March 2, 2024, at 1:27 a.m., the Grey Bruce OPP were patrolling Highway 10 in Chatsworth Township when they located a vehicle in the ditch. While the officers were speaking to the driver, the driver was displaying signs of impairment. The driver was arrested and transported to the Grey Bruce OPP Detachment for further tests by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).

Jeffery McKeachnie, 30-years-old of South Bruce Peninsula was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Driving while under suspension

The accused will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on March 21, 2024.

Road safety is a priority for the OPP and officers are trained in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and as Drug Recognition Experts (DRE), giving them the skills to identify a driver who is impaired by a drug. Officers can also use Approved Drug Screening Equipment to enforce zero tolerance sanctions with young, novice and commercial drivers. 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 Strathroy-Caradoc

Shannon CHURCHILL – Drunk Driving

(STRATHROY-CARADOC ON) – A Strathroy resident has been charged with Impaired Operation following a traffic stop in the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc.

On March 2, 2024, at 7:04 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while on general patrol on Calvert Drive in the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc, observed a suspicious vehicle at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Strathroy-Caradoc Police Service detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Shannon CHURCHILL, a 53-year-old of Strathroy, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      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 April 29, 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.

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

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Yokithan JEYAKUMAR – Drunk Driving

(SUDBURY, ON) – A driver was charged with impaired driving after police conducted a traffic stop for speeding.

On March 2, 2024, shortly after 9:00 p.m., members from the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Highway 69, in the City of Greater Sudbury.

The driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to the Sudbury OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Yokithan JEYAKUMAR, 29 years-of-age, from Sault Ste Marie, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation

The accused was release and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on March 27, 2024, in Sudbury.

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

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

John SUTOR – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – A Brant County resident is facing charges following a traffic stop in Burford, Ontario.

On March 3rd, 2024, at approximately 2:18 p.m., members of the Brant Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducted general patrol when they observed a vehicle that was possibly involved in a traffic complaint from earlier in the day.

Upon speaking to the driver of the vehicle it was determined that the driver had consumed several alcoholic beverages prior to driving their vehicle. The driver was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

John SUTOR, 75-years-old of Brant County, has been charged with the following:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)\

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on March 15, 2024.

If you see a driver who you suspect may be impaired by alcohol or drugs, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Your call could make our roads safer for all.

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North Perth OPP Police Press Releases

Meth Bust – PARK, DUNCAN, FOSTER & VERNON

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – On February 29, 2024, members of the Huron-Perth Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with the West Region Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit made a number of arrests following a drug trafficking investigation in the Municipality of North Perth.

Three people were arrested on Wallace Avenue North, and were found in possession of fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, and hydromorphone, as well as drug trafficking paraphernalia, cash, and brass knuckles.

With the assistance of the Brant-Oxford CSCU, Elgin-Middlesex CSCU, and West Region Regional Support Team, the Huron-Perth CSCU executed three Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrants at two residences on Wallace Avenue North and Elm Avenue North, and at a storage unit on Fairlane Road, all in the Municipality of North Perth. As a result of the search warrants, another individual was arrested. Police seized fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, hydromorphone, oxycodone, and drug trafficking paraphernalia.

The total estimated value of the drugs is approximately $15,000. The total estimated value of the seized property is $1200.

Shane PARK, 37, of North Perth, has been charged with:

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (fentanyl and other opioid) (two counts)

–      Mischief – Interfere with lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property – Under $5000

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine

Tracey-Lynn DUNCAN, 38, of North Perth, has been charged with:

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (fentanyl and other opioid) (two counts)

The accused parties were held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Michael FOSTER, 38, of Wellington County, has been charged with:

–      Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

–      Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford March 25, 2024, to answer to the charges.

Nikole VERNON, 38, of North Perth, has been charged with:

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (fentanyl and other opioid) (three counts)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on April 22, 2024, to answer to the charges.

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Essex OPP Police Press Releases

Dewan MULDER – Assault

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

On Saturday, March 2, 2024, at approximately 7:12 a.m. the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex Detachment investigated an assault at an address on Queen Street in the community of Harrow, Town of Essex.

It was determined that two individuals engaged in a confrontation on the premises, one male sustained an injury and was transported to a local hospital to be treated.

There was a heavy police presence in Harrow to locate the accused. At approximately 10:00 a.m., one individual was taken into custody without incident.

As a result, Dewan MULDER, 41-years-of age of Essex has been charged with:

  • Assault with A Weapon S.267 (a) CC
  • Assault S.266 CC

The accused was held pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Windsor.

If you have any information about this incident you can contact the Essex County OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477; submit a secure Web-Tip at www.catchcrooks.com ; You will not be asked to identify yourself; you don’t have to appear in court, and you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000. 

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Essex OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(ESSEX COUNTY, ON) – The Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested four drivers over the weekend with alcohol related driving offences.

On February 29, 2024, at approximately 9:05 p.m., Officers responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on Highway 3 in the Town of Tecumseh. Once on scene officers check on the sobriety of the driver due to observations.  

As a result, Craig HUTCHINS, 40 years-of-age, of Leamington, has been charged with:

·                Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on March 6, 2024, to answer to the charges.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute.

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On March 2, 2024, at approximately 12:50 a.m., Officers responded to a complaint of a single vehicle driving erratically. Officers located the vehicle on County Road 13 in the Town of Essex.

Upon speaking to the driver, the officer observed signs of alcohol consumption. The driver was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further testing.

As a result, Paul GEORGE, 73 years-of-age, of Essex, has been charged with:

·                Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on March 21, 2024, to answer to the charge.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute.

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On March 2, 2024, at approximately 3:12 a.m., Officers responded to a complaint of a single vehicle driving erratically. Officers located the vehicle on Division Street South in the Town of Kingsville.

Upon speaking to the driver, the officer observed signs of alcohol consumption. The driver was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further testing.

As a result, Jayci WIGLE, 25 years-of-age, of Kingsville, has been charged with:

·                Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on March 2, 2024, to answer to the charges.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute.

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On March 2, 2024, at approximately 11:12 p.m., Officers responded to a report of a possible impaired driver on County Road 42 in the Town of Tecumseh.

The investigating officer located the vehicle and upon conducting a traffic stop, suspected the driver had consumed alcohol and demanded a roadside approved screening device (ASD) test. As a result, the driver was placed under arrest, and taken into custody.

Dave ZIMMERMAN, 62 years-of-age, of Windsor, has been charged with:

·                Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on March 15, 2024, to answer to the charge.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute.

If you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired, by drug of alcohol, call police at 911 to report it.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Liza MOONIAS Arrested For Refusing To Blow

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On March 3rd, 2024, at approximately 3:00 p.m., members of the North West Region Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (T.I.M.E.) Team initiated a traffic stop on a passenger pick-up truck travelling at a high rate of speed along Highway 11/17 near Highway 527.

Through the investigation, the driver was subsequently placed under arrest after refusing to provide subsequent breath samples into an approved screening device (ASD).

As a result, Liza MOONIAS, 44-years-old, of Marten Falls First Nation, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt – Excessive Speed
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on March 29th, 2024.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Carl BURGER Passed Out Behind Wheel Arrested

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On March 2, 2024, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a driver passed out on Highway 108 in Elliot Lake.

At approximately 9:20 p.m. police were on general patrol when they observed a parked small orange car and the driver passed out. The driver was awoken and displayed obvious signs of drug impairment. They were subsequently arrested and police seized suspected Cocaine, Fentanyl, a digital scale, clear plastic baggies, cell phones, and cash. The vehicle was towed and impounded. 

Carl BURGER, 57-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on April 11, 2024.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Michelle DAVIS – Theft & Assault

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On March 1, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to a grocery store on Hillside Drive South in Elliot Lake.

The complainant reported that a female had items in her possession and departed the store without paying for them. A store employee confronted the female regarding the theft and was subsequently assaulted. Police attended and arrested the female.    

Michelle DAVIS, 49-years-old, of Elliot Lake, was charged with:

  • Theft under $5000 – shoplifting
  • Assault

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on April 11, 2024. 

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Steven DRAGOS – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – A Brant County resident is facing charges following a traffic stop in Paris, Ontario.

On March 3rd, 2024, at approximately 1:20 a.m., members of the Brant Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol when they observed suspicious driving behaviour.

Upon speaking to the driver of the vehicle officers had a reason to believe that the driver had been consuming alcohol. The driver was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

Steven DRAGOS, 34-years-old of Brant County, has been charged with the following:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)
  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on March 21st, 2024.

If you see a driver who you suspect may be impaired by alcohol or drugs, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Your call could make our roads safer for all.

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

Chatham-Kent Police Daily Report

Chatham-Kent Police

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

Man Arrested for Probation Violation CK24009294

At 7:22 a.m., police responded to the Superstore on St. Clair Street in Chatham for a disturbance.

Upon arrival, officers located the man tipping over carts and screaming. Officers arrested the man and confirmed he was bound by a Probation Order prohibiting him from being at that location.

The 29-year-old Chatham-Kent man was arrested and charged with failing to comply with a probation order. He was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing.

Man Arrested for Intimate Partner Violence CK24009403

At 7:06 p.m., police responded to Northland Drive in Chatham for a disturbance.

Through investigation, officers learned the man and a woman engaged in a verbal altercation that escalated when the man assaulted the woman.

The 38-year-old Chatham man was arrested and charged with assault causing bodily harm, and uttering threats. He was transported to police headquarters and held pending a bail hearing.

Man Arrested for Probation Violations CK24009414

At 8:37 p.m., an officer on patrol located a man highly intoxicated walking on Grand Avenue East in Chatham.

The officer arrested the man. During a search incident to arrest the officer found a pocketknife in the man’s possession. The officer learned the man was bound by a Probation Order prohibiting him from possessing weapons.

The 25-year-old Charring Cross man was arrested and charged with failing to comply with a probation order. He was transported to police headquarters and held until sober. He was released with conditions and a future court date April 8, 2024.

Woman Arrested for Impaired Driving CK24009415

At 8:40 p.m., police responded to a traffic complaint on Grand Avenue in Chatham.

Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. The officer believed the woman driving to be under the influence of alcohol. She was arrested and transported to police headquarters for tests.

The 56-year-old Chatham woman was charged with operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration exceeding the legal limit. She was released with conditions and a future court date. March 11, 2024.

Man Arrested on an Outstanding Warrant CK4009424

At 10:07 p.m., police located the man on Regent Street in Blenheim. Officers confirmed he was wanted on an outstanding warrant as a result of a theft investigation.

The 38-year-old Blenheim man was charged with theft and possession of stolen property. He was transported to police headquarters and released with conditions and a future court date.

Man Arrested for Assault CK24009459

On March 2, 2024, at 5:10 a.m., officers located the man on Thames Street in Chatham.

The man was wanted on an outstanding warrant as a result of an assault investigation.

The 20-year-old Chatham man was arrested and charged with assault and mischief. He was transported to police headquarters and released with conditions and a future court date April 15, 2024.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Matthew Tessier & Vasim SHANGARAEV Arrested

(Orillia, ON) The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged two individuals with impaired driving within a six hour period.

On February 27, 2024, shortly after 4:50 p.m., police were conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 11 in Severn Township. Upon conducting a traffic stop, the officer entered an impaired driving investigation. The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired driving and transported to detachment for further investigation.

As a result, Matthew Tessier, 41, of Orillia has been charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus) (CC)
  • Drive Motor Vehicle- Perform Stunt (HTA)

The accused was released on an Undertaking to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia on March 19, 2024.

On February 27, 2024, at approximately 10:45 p.m., officers were conducting RIDE in the City of Orillia.  Officers determined the driver of a motor vehicle was displaying signs of alcohol consumption and was subsequently arrested.

As a result, Vasim SHANGARAEV, 37, of Orillia has been charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired (CC)
  • Operation while Impaired- Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus) (CC)
  • Novice Driver- BAC above zero (HTA)
  • Operate Motor Vehicle Without Insurance (CAIA)
  • Having Care or Control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor (LLCA)

The accused was released on an Undertaking to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia on March 19, 2024.

Both drivers have been issued Administrative Drivers Licence Suspensions and their vehicles impounded in accordance with their respective charges.

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OPP Penetanguishene Police Press Releases

Hero Citizen Defends Community And Arrests Criminal – Police Eventually Show Up #TakeBackYourCommunity #StandYourGround

(PENETANGUISHENE, ON) – A report of an individual attempting to enter a parked vehicle to the OPP Communication Centre at approximately 12:12 a.m. March 2, 2024, by a Fox Street, Penetanguishene resident caused members of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment to patrol the area for a suspect. Shortly afterwards, a Peel Street resident flagged down the officers as they had encountered and apprehended an individual on their property who was attempting to enter vehicles.

Officers arrested at the scene a person known to them as Tyler SYLVESTER 30-years-old of Christian Island and after investigation the following criminal charges were laid.

  • Trespassing at Night (two counts)
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada (two counts)
  • Theft Under $5,000 from a Motor Vehicle

and further was arrested on an outstanding warrant for an Anishinabek Police Service Investigation.

The accused was held for a bail hearing and remains in custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Roundup – 12 Re-Arrested #CatchAndRelease=Profits

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – 12 individuals have been arrested on outstanding warrants in the Fort Frances area.

The Offender Management and Apprehension Program (OMAP) is a crime suppression program designed to deter the criminal activities of repeat offenders. The program focuses on offenders that are deemed to be a high-risk to the safety of communities and individuals and are often involved in repeat criminal behaviour.

On February 26, 2024, through February 28, 2024, the Rainy River District Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and Emergency Response Team (ERT) conducted the local initiative with a focus in the Town of Fort Frances and surrounding areas, which resulted in 12 arrests, with two individuals held in custody for bail. The local initiative focused on individuals with arrest warrants related to outstanding charges ranging from violent offences to drug, property, and bail violations.

This initiative was performed with high-priority focus on public safety, the Rainy River District OPP CSCU and ERT designed the safe apprehension of individuals who are currently wanted and residing in communities across district. The initiatives focus on public safe and is the main objective when locating the listed individuals. These are the charges these individuals with warrants have and around the district.

Individual #1

•            Cruelty to animals – unnecessary pain, suffering or injury

•            Assault with A Weapon

•            Criminal Harassment – repeatedly communicate

•            Perjury

Individual #2

•            Assault – Spousal X2

Individual # 3

•            Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence

•            Theft Over $5000

•            Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin) X2

Individual #4

•            Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

•            Fail to Appear/Comply with Appearance Notice, Promise to Appear, or Recognizance

•            Dangerous operation

•            Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Other Drugs

•            Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Other Drugs X2

Individual #5

•            Assault with A Weapon X3

Individual #6

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

Individual #7

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

Individual #8

•            Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

•            Failure to comply with undertaking

•            Assault with a Weapon – Spousal X2

•            Fail to Comply with Probation Order X2

•            Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

Individual #9

•            Sexual Assault X2

Individual #10

•            Assault – Spousal X2

•            Failure to comply with undertaking

•            Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

•            Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm-Spousal

•            Failure to attend court after having appeared X3

•            Break, Enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence

Individual #11

•            Assault

•            Fail to Comply with Probation Order

Individual #12

•            Unlawfully in Dwelling House

•            Resist Peace Officer

•            Assault a Peace Officer

The primary goal for the OPP is to ensure the continued safety and security of the citizens, of not only North West Region, but Ontario, this local initiative directly correlates with the OPP’s vision of Safe Communities…A Secure Ontario.