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Guelph Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Three Vehicles Stolen, Two Recovered #2OutOf3AintBad

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after three vehicles were reported stolen Monday. Two of them have since been recovered.

Approximately 8:25 a.m. police were called to a business near Woolwich Street and Woodlawn Road West. A Guelph man had parked his grey 2019 Ford F150 and returned 45 minutes later to find the truck missing. The keys had been left inside.

Approximately 10:30 a.m. a resident near Edinburgh Road South and Youngman Drive reported his 2014 Hyundai Accent stolen overnight from the street in front of his house. Just before 5 p.m. the car was located at an address on Speedvale Avenue East. A male was caught on security video parking the car and later placing some personal items inside.

At 5 p.m. police received a call from a business near Woodlawn Road West and Elmira Road North. An employee reported earlier in the day they had noticed a 2021 Volvo truck missing from the lot. Security video showed a black SUV entering the lot at 7:33 a.m.

A suspect exited the SUV and entered the Volvo and both were driven out of the lot. Staff were able to track the truck via GPS to an address in Cambridge, where it was recovered without any visible damage.

Also Monday, police in Halton Region recovered a 2024 Toyota Highlander which had been reported stolen Sunday evening from a parking lot near Gordon Street and Clair Road West. The vehicle had sustained significant interior damage.

All of the thefts remain under investigation.

The Guelph Police Service encourages residents to take steps to protect themselves from auto theft. This can include parking indoors when possible or in well-lit areas, ensuring vehicle doors and windows are closed and locked, employing anti-theft devices to prevent vehicles from being started or steered and using devices to block signals from electronic keys. Please report suspicious activity around unattended vehicles, especially during overnight hours.

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Guelph Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Outstanding Debt “Robbery” #PayYourDebts

A Guelph man faces assault and robbery charges after another man had his vehicle and phone stolen over an outstanding debt.

Approximately 7:40 p.m. June 3 an officer patrolling near Speedvale Avenue East and Delhi Street was waved down by a man reporting he was robbed. He said he went downtown to pick someone up when another man – who is known to him – got into the vehicle and demanded payment of a debt.

They drove to the area of that intersection where the other man removed the car keys and the victim’s phone and fled. A short time later the suspect returned to the area and took the vehicle, which was located by police in a nearby parking lot.

The suspect was seen entering a nearby apartment building but was not located. On Monday night he was arrested by police in another jurisdiction and returned to Guelph.

A 57-year-old Guelph man is charged with robbery, assault with a weapon, theft of a motor vehicle, theft under $5,000 and nine counts of driving while prohibited. He was held for a bail hearing Tuesday.

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Guelph Guelph Police Service Kitchener Police Press Releases

Passed Out In Vehicle Leads To $10,000 Cocaine Bust

Two men face charges after police seized approximately $10,000 worth of cocaine Monday.

Police were called shortly after 2 a.m. to check the wellbeing of two men passed out in a parked vehicle at an address on College Avenue West. When one of the men woke up and opened his door officers detected a strong odour of burned cannabis. Officers began an investigation under the Cannabis Control Act.

A search revealed a brick of cocaine as well as two individually-wrapped baggies with a total estimated value of $10,000. Officers also located two scales, empty baggies and cash inside the vehicle.

A 22-year-old Guelph man and 18-year-old Kitchener man are each charged with possessing a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking. The Guelph man is also charged with breaching a release order.

The Guelph man was held for a bail hearing October 3. The Kitchener man was released to appear in court November 25.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Mitchel YEARLY – Drunk Driving

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – Officers of the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) are always looking for criminal driving behaviour. 

On September 30, 2025 at 12:24 a.m. police were on patrol on Main Street West in Huntsville where they observed pick-up truck driving erratically and well below the posted speed limit.

Once the vehicle was stopped as part of a sobriety traffic stop, the officer detected an odour of alcohol and suspected the driver had alcohol in his body.  The driver provided a roadside alcohol screening sample and registered a Fail.

As a result of the investigation, Mitchel YEARLY, 25 years old of Huntsville Ontario, has been charged with:

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

·      Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

·      Driver – fail to properly wear seat belt

The accused was released and is to appear on November 4, 2025 before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge.

The accused was also issued a 90 Administrative Driver’s License Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Man Arrested Twice in One Day: OPP Nab Suspect for Shoplifting, Then Alleged Knife Incident #3Strikes

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – Huntsville O.P.P. have arrested a male who is responsible for multiple offenses.

On September 18, 2025, a male was involved in a shoplifting incident at the Freshmart in Port Sydney Ontario where alcohol and other food items were taken. The male was identified on September 30, 2025 and was arrested for his involvement. The male was released from custody with a pending court date at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario.

Later in the day of September 30, 2025 at approximately 2 p.m., Huntsville O.P.P. officers responded to a report of a male brandishing a weapon thought to be a knife, in the area West Road in Huntsville.  

The investigation revealed the suspect to be the same male arrested and released earlier in the day.  Although the suspects behaviour was aggressive, no members of the public were injured.

Witnesses provided valuable information and as a result of the investigation the male was located and arrested without incident.

At this time, the accused, Saverio CERRA, 47 years old of Huntsville Ontario has been charged with:

·      Assault with a Weapon

·      Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

·      Theft under $5000

The accused was held in custody and will appear in Bail Court before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on October 1, 2025. 

The Huntsville O.P.P. want to thank all witnesses and advise there is no concern for public safety.

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Horton OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Violent Robbery – Repeat Offender Arrested Again – Todd MEGRATH #3Strikes

(RENFREW, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has made a quick arrest after a robbery in Renfrew.

On Monday, September 29. 2025, at approximately 3:45 p.m., officers with the Renfrew Detachment responded to a reported robbery at a convenience store on O’Brien Street, near Eighth Street.

A male had entered the store, assaulted an employee and fled with stolen goods. The employee was not seriously hurt. The male then returned to the store just before officers arrived but again fled on foot.

Officers located the individual nearby and arrested him. They seized a knife and recovered the stolen property.

As a result of the investigation, Todd MEGRATH, age 46 of Horton Township, has been charged with:

  • Robbery with violence
  • Assault – two counts
  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon
  • Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order – seven counts
  • Failure to comply with an undertaking
  • Fail to comply with a probation order – two counts

The accused was held in custody and was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke for a bail hearing on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases Ramara

Child Porn & Sexual Assault Charges For Douglas BEEMER #PervertAlert

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged one male with numerous child related sex offences and are calling on the public’s assistance in identifying the victims involved.

On August 10, 2025, shortly after 12:00 a.m. members of the Orillia OPP received information regarding a pornography offence involving a minor. Orillia OPP began an investigation into the accusations. On Thursday September 18, 2025, The Orillia OPP Major Crime Unit attended an address in the Township of Ramara and arrested one male party.

As a result of this investigation; Douglas BEEMER, 34 year-old, of the Township of Ramara is charged with:

  • Sexual Assault – two counts
  • Sexual Interference – two counts
  • Access any Child Pornography
  • Makes, Prints, Publishes or Possession for the Purpose of Publication Any Child Pornography
  • Possession of Child Pornography
  • Imports, Distributes, Sells or possesses for the Purpose of distribution or sale of any Child Pornography

The accused was remanded into custody.

Anyone with information about this investigation is urged to call the Orillia OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and is asked to refer to occurrence #E251074490. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.crimestopperssdm.com

There is no statute of limitations on sexual offences and a report can be made to police at any time, regardless of how much time has passed. If you do not wish to make a report to police or need more time and support to make that decision, there are community partners available to help. Ontario 211 provides information on Ontario’s community, social and health related government services. Simply call 2-1-1 or visit www.211ontario.ca for more information.

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Area OPP Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Bryan RUNSTADTLER Facing Numerous Charges

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges local resident with 10 charges, stemming from an impaired driving investigation.

On September 29, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the Wellington County OPP were conducting a proactive traffic enforcement initiative, when a motor vehicle was observed parked on the side of the road of Wellington Road 29, Centre Wellington Township, with their turn signal on, and the driver slumped over.

As a result of the investigation, Bryan RUNSTADTLER, a 57-year-old of Guelph-Eramosa Township, is charged under the Criminal Code, the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act, and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – Other drugs
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5,000
  • Driving while under suspension (four counts)
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle

Additionally, the accused was wanted by a neighbouring police service and was turned over on their charges, and ultimately held in police custody, pending a bail hearing.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 45-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on November 7, 2025.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Dundas

Fatal Tractor Rollover

(SOUTH DUNDAS TWP., ON) – One person is deceased after a tractor rolled over in South Dundas Township.

On Monday, September 29, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., members of the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Cornwall-SD&G Paramedics responded to the scene on a trail near the intersection of Caughnawaga Road and Forest Road, northwest of Morrisburg.

Individuals had been walking on the trail when they located the tractor with an individual pinned underneath. The male was pronounced deceased at the scene. He has been identified as a 79-year-old from South Dundas Township.

The initial investigation by the SD&G OPP and the OPP TIME (Traffic Incident Management Enforcement) team found that the tractor had left the trail and rolled over, pinning the operator, resulting in fatal injuries.

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Kwe GUI Arrested After Going Wrong Way On City Streets

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid impaired driving charges against an individual from Ottawa after they were observed attempting to drive the wrong way down city streets.

Shortly after 4:00 a.m. on September 30, OPP members observed a vehicle making a wrong way turn on Isabella St. Officers stopped the vehicle and believed the driver to be under the influence of alcohol. A roadside screening device was utilized, which resulted in the driver being brought back to Ottawa Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Kwe GUI, 24 years of age, faces the following charges:

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

The accused had his drivers licence suspended for 90 days and his vehicle impounded for seven days. Gui is set to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa at a later date.

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OPP Police Press Releases TEMISKAMING SHORES

Robert JOHNSTON Arrested At RIDE

(TEMISKAMING SHORES, ON) – A driver was arrested after attempting to avoid a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program checkpoint in Temiskaming Shores.

On Sunday, September 28, 2025, members of the Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE program on Lakeshore Road.

At approximately 10:15 p.m., officers observed a vehicle attempting to avoid the checkpoint. A traffic stop was initiated, and the driver displayed signs of alcohol impairment. The driver was arrested and transported to the Temiskaming OPP Detachment for further testing.

The driver, Robert JOHNSTON, 35 years-old, of Temiskaming Shores, has been charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Haileybury on October 15, 2025.

The driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days under the Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Area OPP North Perth OPP Police Press Releases West Perth

Another Motorcycle Collision

(WEST PERTH, ON) – One person is injured following a single motor vehicle collision in the Municipality of North Perth.

On September 30, 2026 the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with Perth County Paramedic Services and North Perth Fire Department, responded to a single motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle at the intersection of Perth Road 173 and Perth Line 72.

At approximately 8:30 p.m. the lone occupant of the motorcycle lost control of the vehicle and left the roadway. The driver sustained serious injuries and was to a local trauma centre.

The intersection of Perth Road 173 and Perth Line 72 will remain closed while police continue their investigation. Updates will be provided as they become available.

The Perth County OPP is requesting anyone who may have witnessed this collision or has dashcam footage to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Niagra Falls Niagra Police Service Police Press Releases

Bentz Behind Bars After Drug Trafficking Arrest

Niagra Regional Police

On Monday, September 29, 2025, officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) were called to the Richard Pierpoint Park on Oakdale Avenue near Gale Crescent in St. Catharines, following reports of a male of who was armed with a handgun and in possession fentanyl.

Officers quickly arrived on scene and located the suspect male.  Investigation determined the male was not in possession of a handgun, however, the male was found to be in possession of a large quantity of illegal narcotics and property consistent with drug trafficking.

As a result, Trevor BENTZ (33 years old, of no fixed abode) was arrested and charged with the following offences.

  • Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl)
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Hydromorphone)
  • Possession of Proceeds Obtained by Crime Under $5000

Police seized the following items.

  • 105.4 grams of suspected fentanyl
  • 247 suspected Dilaudid pills (Hydromorphone)
  • $2646 in Canadian currency

BENTZ remains in custody and is scheduled to attend a bail hearing Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at the Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse, located at 59 Church Street in St. Catharines.

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Niagara Regional Police Service’s 1District (St. Catharines/Thorold) at 905-688-4111.

Members of the community who wish to provide information anonymously can contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477(TIPS). Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards to people who contact the program with information which leads to an arrest.

NRPS Incident 25-113160

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Police Press Releases Sarnia Sarnia Police Service

Customer Beaten Unconscious By Drivers

On September 27, 2025 at 2:56pm, police were called to an address on White Circle in Sarnia for a dispute. 

Police arrived and spoke with the adult male victim.  He had agree to have two known individuals drive him to Corunna for a set amount of money.  When they returned, the two males demanded more money.  An argument ensued during which time one of the males struck the victim in the face causing him to lose consciousness.  Some time afterward, he awoke and called police. 

While on route, one of the responding officers observed a vehicle matching the victim’s description, with two males in the front seats.  A traffic stop was conducted and both males were identified as the same males who had assaulted the victim.  The driver of the vehicle was identified as Wilson MANESS and the passenger as Dakota BRESSETTE.

A search of the vehicle incident to arrest resulted in the discovery of two spring-assisted flick knives in the driver’s door. 

Dakota BRESSETTE (24 years) of Tashmoo Ave in Sarnia, was held for bail on charges of:

  • Assault
  • Fail to comply with probation

Wilson MANESS (29 years) of Tashmoo Ave in Sarnia, was held for bail on charges of:

  • Uttering threats
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon X 2

Following their bail hearings, both men were released with conditions by the courts.

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Police Press Releases Sarnia Sarnia Police Service

Drug Bust – Details Released

On Monday September 29, 2025 at 3:07am, police were called to the area of Russell and Wellington Street in Sarnia for a unknown individuals attempting to steal from parked vehicles.

Police arrived and observed two females and a male individual at that intersection.  As police were speaking with them, the male began acting suspiciously and refused to remove his hands from his pockets. Detained for the theft investigation, a pat down for weapons was conducted which revealed drug paraphernalia (pipes) and residue.  The male, identified as Cody ANDERSON, was place under arrest for drug possession.

A search incident to arrest included a backpack/cross body bag, was found to contain:

  • 2.25 grams of crystal methamphetamine
  • 3.96 grams of cocaine
  • 109.5 grams of MDMA
  • $481.35 in assorted bills.
  • Other evidence indicative of drug trafficking

At the time of this offence, ANDERSON was subject to a probation order.

The two females were released at the scene.  Investigation into the theft from vehicles was not able to be substantiated with the information available.

Cody ANDERSON (34 years) of no fixed address in Sarnia was held for bail on charges of:

  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking
  • Fail to comply with probation

Following his bail hearing, ANDERSON was remanded into custody by the court.