Category: Police Press Releases

Categories
Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

Another Police Vehicle Collision

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police’s Traffic Services Unit is continuing to investigate a collision involving a Waterloo Regional Police Cruiser.

On February 29, 2024, at approximately 12:30 p.m., emergency services responded to reports of a collision in the area of University Avenue West and Hazel Street in Waterloo. 

A Waterloo male was taken to a local hospital where he was treated for minor physical injuries.

University Avenue West was closed for approximately 3 hours for the investigation, and has since reopened.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dash-camera footage is asked to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 8856.

Categories
New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

3 Arrested, Stolen Vehicle Recovered – Names Released

(TOWN OF NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested three male suspects after an incident near Kidd Crescent in the Town of New Tecumseth.

 On February 27, 2024, shortly before 3:00 a.m., officers from the Nottawasaga Detachment attempted to stop a vehicle. The vehicle failed to stop and fled from police. A short time later police located the vehicle and discovered it to be stolen.

 As a result of the investigation, a firearm was recovered and three individuals were taken into custody and charged.

 Kevon WILLIAMS, 23-years-old from Scarborough, ON charged with:

·        Robbery using a firearm.

·        Unauthorized possession of a firearm.

·        Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm.

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm.

·        Break and enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence.

·        Trespassing by night.

·        Conspiracy to commit an indictable offence.

·        Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000.

·        Flight from a police officer.

 Ismal TUMBA, 19-years-old from North York, ON charged with:

·        Robbery using a firearm.

·        Possession of firearm while prohibited.

·        Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm.

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm.

·        Break and enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence.

·        Trespassing by night.

·        Conspiracy to commit an indictable offence.

·        Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000.

·        Mischief.

 Also arrested is a 17-year-old from Toronto, ON charged with:

·        Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm.

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm.

·        Break and enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence.

·        Trespassing by night.

·        Conspiracy to commit an indictable offence.

·        Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000.

 The adult accused persons have been remanded into custody and have been scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie.

 The investigation was completed by the Nottawasaga Detachment Major Crime Unit with assistance of Central Region Canine, Emergency Response Team (ERT), Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), Forensic Identification Services (FIS), Regional Support Team (RST) and Urban Search and Rescue, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives, Response Team (UCRT). 

 The Nottawasaga OPP wish to express their thanks to the residents of the Town of New Tecumseth for their patience and assistance during this critical incident and subsequent investigation.

Categories
OPP Police Press Releases Selywn

Violent Home Invasion

(SELYWN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a home invasion on Fife’s Bay Road at approximately 5:00am this morning.

Three male suspects wearing masks forcefully entered the residence and proceeded to search the various rooms. The lone occupant in the residence was bound while the suspects stole items in the house. After the suspects left, the occupant was able to free themselves and police were contacted. Minor injuries were reported.

Investigators are actively looking for information that may lead to the suspects in this case. Police urge the public to call in tips on this case, or others, to the Peterborough County OPP Crime Unit at 705-742-0401, the non-emergency line (888) 310-1122 or to Crime Stoppers.

Categories
Georgian Bluffs OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision Update

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – On February 28, 2024, at 9:00 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 21 between Grey Road 3 and Grey Road 18, Georgian Bluffs. 

Officers responded to the scene with members of the Grey County Paramedic Services and the Intertownship Fire department to find a pick-up truck and sedan involved in the collision.

A passenger, a 67-year-old from Etobicoke was transported to Bright Shores Heath System in Owen Sound where they were pronounced deceased.

Members of the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team are assisting the Grey Bruce OPP with the investigation.

The road was closed for several hours but has since re-opened.

Categories
Atikokan OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – Five Arrested – Names Released

(ATIKOKAN, ON) – Five people were arrested following a search warrant execution at a residence in the Mercury Avenue East area of Atikokan.

On February 29, 2024, at approximately 8:30 a.m., members of the Atikokan Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with Rainy River District Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Northwest Region Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), Northwest Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Northwest Region Canine Unit executed a search warrant at a residence on Mercury Avenue East in Atikokan.

Four people are facing a variety of charges as the investigation continues. Officers seized a number of suspected illicit substances including approximately 70 grams of cocaine, crack cocaine, over 130 narcotic pills, and approximately 15 grams of fentanyl. Officers also seized over $6,000 in cash and drug trafficking equipment. The drugs have an estimated street value of approximately $25,000.

Joshua Ray VERAN, 35 years old of Atikokan; Meagan Elizabeth VERAN, 35 years old of Atikokan; Kimo Jhevani ALLEN, 23 years old of North York, and Kamal HOLDER, 33 years old of North York are all charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Possession of a controlled substance for trafficking – Schedule I (cocaine)
  • Possession of a controlled substance for trafficking – Schedule I (fentanyl)
  • Possession of a controlled substance for trafficking – Schedule I (oxycodone)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

Joshua VERAN and Meagan VERAN also face an additional criminal charge of fail to comply with probation. 

All of the accused are being held in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on March 1, 2024, for a bail hearing.

Categories
Laurentian Valley OPP Police Press Releases

Joshua PENTON Arrested For Theft

(LAURENTIAN VALLEY TWP, ON) – A Pembroke resident is facing multiple Criminal Code (CC) charges after a series of shoplifting incidents at a large retail store in Laurentian Valley Township. Members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began investigating after the first incident on February 25, 2024. Further incidents of tools and power tools being stolen were reported on February 27 and 28, 2024. 

As a result of the investigation 32-year-old Joshua PENTON of Pembroke has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Theft under $5000 shoplifting – three counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

The accused was held for a bail hearing and remains in custody until their next appearance on March 4, 2024, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke.  

Categories
OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Brenda Lee CROCKATT Arrested Again

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made an arrest after a series of thefts were reported in Pembroke. 

The incidents took place between February 21-26, 2024, at various locations in the City of Pembroke. Items stolen include groceries, purses from shopping carts and vehicles.  

As a result, Brenda Lee CROCKATT, age 66 of Pembroke, has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

·        Theft under $5000 – five counts

·        Breach of probation

The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 2, 2024. 

Categories
OPP Police Press Releases Round Lake

OPP Shamelessly Praise Themselves For Caring/Helping While Off The Clock!

(Round Lake, ON) – A member of the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is being praised for his life-saving actions.

Provincial Constable Jared MOORE was off-duty and out for a walk with family members at Round Lake on February 24, 2024, when he saw two snowmobiles attempting to cross a section of open water near the mouth of the Bonnechere River. While the first machine made it across, the second plunged into the frigid water along with its driver. The rider of the first machine could be seen attempting a rescue. The two riders were a husband and wife from western Ontario.

Constable Moore worked with the husband in attempts rescue the woman from the water. Eventually the husband slipped into the water to help his spouse who was losing the ability to move.

Constable Moore was able to pull both individuals from the water. He then provided first aid until Renfrew County paramedics and other first responders could arrive. The man and woman were transported to hospital to be treated for potential hypothermia.

Later that day Constable Moore, still off-duty, picked up the couple at the hospital, drove them back to Round Lake and assisted in loading up the snowmobile that was still on the ice.

“I want to thank Constable Moore for his selfless actions. Despite being off-duty, Jared didn’t hesitate to jump into action, exhibiting the traits and dedication that exemplify the commitment and dedication of being a member of the Ontario Provincial Police.” – Superintendent Darryl Sigouin.

Editor’s Note: What the officer did is expected of everyone living a caring society that believes in equality. Most Citizens would be humble in their half-botched rescue attempt, not brag they helped someone and specifically point out that they weren’t even being paid to do so. All Canadians have sung-swore the oath to Stand on Guard for Thee, even if they aren’t being financially compensated at the time. If the rescuer was a tradesperson, there would be no focus on his profession.

Categories
OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Time For Bounty Hunters? Government Wasting $40,000 Per Escapee & Runaway Parolee

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad arrested 1,213 high-risk offenders throughout the Province of Ontario in 2023. This surpassed the 1,141 arrests made in 2022.

In addition to arrests, the ROPE Squad continued to support public safety last year through the seizure of 17 illegal firearms and substantial quantities of illicit drugs.

The ROPE Squad was established in 2002 and is dedicated to locating and apprehending parolees who are unlawfully at large in the province of Ontario. This includes anyone who escapes from secure custody, escapes from or walks away from non-secure custody, becomes wanted by violating bail or release orders, or who is a high risk and a danger to public safety.

In May 2023, the Government of Ontario announced a $48-million investment to enhance the ROPE Squad. Over the next year, the ROPE Squad will expand from approximately 35 officers to more than 70 members province wide. The mandate of the ROPE Squad has been expanded to include both federal and provincial parolees, including anyone who breaches bail or release conditions and poses a risk to public safety.

Anyone who has information about an offender who is unlawfully at large is encouraged to call their police service of jurisdiction. If that is the OPP, please call 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (3477) or visit ontariocrimestoppers.ca. 

Categories
Neyaashiinigmiing OPP Police Press Releases

OPP Crashes Vehicle

(NEYAASHIINIGMIING, ON) – On February 29, 2024, at 10:45 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were responding to a call for service on the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation when an officer crashed their police vehicle. No injuries are reported.  

The investigation is ongoing, and community members will see an increased police presence while members of the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team assist the Grey Bruce OPP with the investigation.

Community Centre Road is closed at Community Centre Road at Parrie Road and Lighthouse Road at Habour Road for the protection of emergency responders and to facilitate the investigation and will likely be closed for several hours. Motorists are asked to not drive through the road closed signs.

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 don’t have to appear in court, and you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

Categories
OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

Pervert Alert: Brian Edward COX – Sex With Children, Sexual Assault

(COUNTY OF WELLINGTON, ON) – In October 2023, the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) began an investigation into reported historic sexual assaults that occurred between 1986 and 1991 throughout Wellington County.

As a result, Brian Edward COX, 68-years-old of Puslinch, has been charged with two counts of Sexual Assault, two counts of Sexual Assault, two counts of Gross Indecency and two counts of Sexual Intercourse With a Female Between 14 & 16 Years of Age, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on April 23, 2024

The Wellington County OPP Crime Unit is continuing to investigate as it is believed there may be more victims. Anyone with information can contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact the Guelph Wellington Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Categories
Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Two Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON) – On the morning of February 29, 2024, a search warrant was executed by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) at a residence on William Street in the Town of Midland, which resulted in the seizure of Cocaine and other items.

Members of the Community Street Crime Units (CSCU) of the Southern Georgian Bay, Muskoka, Huronia West, Collingwood and Nottawasaga detachments, uniform members and Central Region Canine Unit were involved in the investigation.

Several people were arrested at the residence and during the search, a quantity of Cocaine, weapons and currency were seized.

As a result of the investigation, the following individuals were charged with offences contrary to the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

Timothy David, 42 years of Midland:

  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking 
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 

Trevor Arthurs, 51 years of Midland:

  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking 

The accused parties were transported to detachment and were released on an Undertaking to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on March 28, 2024

At the scene, one other person was arrested and processed for offences involving other active cases.

Categories
OPP Petawawa Police Press Releases

Jessica STEVEN – Drunk Driving

(PETAWAWA, ON) – Two drivers are facing Criminal Code (CC) impaired driving charges after members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) recently investigated two separate incidents.

On February 24, 2024, at approximately 2:25 a.m., police conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle on Petawawa Boulevard in the Town of Petawawa. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result of this incident 32-year-old Jessica STEVEN of Milton, Ontario, is charged with the following CC offences:

•             Operation while impaired – alcohol

•             Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 2, 2024.

Also, on February 24, 2024, at approximately 10:10 p.m., police responded to a two-vehicle collision on Mountain Road in the Township of Laurentian Valley (TLV) after a northbound pickup truck collided with a southbound SUV. There were no serious injuries and as part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized.

Categories
OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Darin UDOWICZ Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Central Region Crime Program of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged an individual in Montreal in relation to harassment.  

On February 22, 2024, the Central Region Crime Program, along with assistance from the Montreal Police executed a Canada-wide warrant for the accused in Montreal, as well as warrant for the accused’s residence.

Darin UDOWICZ, 51-year-old of Dollard-Des Ormeaux, was charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

·      Adult Criminal Harassment – repeatedly communicate

·      Adult Harassing Communications

·      Adult Intimidation – Justice system – justice system participant

The accused was released with conditions and is scheduled to appear online before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia on March 19, 2024.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to serving our province by protecting its’ citizens, upholding the law, and preserving public safety.

Categories
North Huron OPP Police Press Releases

OPP Report Sexual Assaults In Corporation Of North Huron

(NORTH HURON, ON) – On February 15th, 2024, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a matter involving intimate partners in the Township of North Huron.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had committed criminal acts against their partner dating back as far as 2013 – present.

A 34-year-old individual from North Huron has been charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

–      Assault – Spousal,

–      Assault – (two counts),

–      Forcible Confinement,

–      Theft Under $5,000,

–      Uttering Threats to Cause Bodily Harm or Death,

–      Mischief – Domestic,

–      Sexual Assault,

–      Careless Storage of Firearm, Weapon, Ammunition or Prohibited Device – (three counts),

–      Breach of Firearms Regulation – Store Firearm or Restricted Weapon – (three counts).

The accused was processed, held for a bail hearing, and later remanded into custody with a court date scheduled for the Goderich Ontario Court of Justice.

Victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Huron at www.victimserviceshuron.ca or by calling toll free at #1-866-863-4108, or #1-519-600-4108.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122, or 911 in an emergency.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a secure web tip at P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.