Category: St. Thomas Police Service

Warrant Arrest

A 41 year old St. Thomas resident wanted by police after a weekend altercation, has been been arrested. The individual had been charged with Failure to Comply with Release Order, Assault with a Weapon and Uttering Threats to Cause Death after they assaulted an acquaintance with a hammer. On Monday January 20th 2025, STPS were contacted by the London Police Service who had that individual in custody on the strength of our warrant. Officers attended London to take custody of the individual who was then transported to STPS Headquarters where they were processed and held for a morning court appearance. ST25001190/1078

Suspended Drivers 

A 47 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Monday January 20th 2025, officers on community patrol were dealing with the individual on an unrelated traffic concern when they were made aware of the individual being prohibited from driving due to several criminal code and highway traffic act violations. The 47 year old was arrested, processed and released on an appearance notice with a future court date. ST25001174

A 20 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 21st 2025, officers conducting a traffic stop were made aware that the driver of the vehicle they had stopped was prohibited from driving, province wide for impaired operation dating back to 2023. The 20 year old was arrested, processed and released on an appearance notice with a future court date. ST25001192

Recovered Stolen Vehicle

A vehicle reported stolen by Elgin OPP has been recovered in St. Thomas. This morning, STPS were called in regards to the vehicle, a black Dodge Ram in the middle of the roadway with the doors open, unoccupied. Police attended an east end neighbourhood and through investigation, learned the truck had been reported stolen. OPP were contacted and the vehicle, towed. ST25001193

Theft

Approximately $25 of groceries have been reported stolen from a downtown grocery store. On Monday January 20th 2025, police were called to the store to investigate the incident that took place on January 18th. Officers are reviewing video of the incident as they continue to investigate. ST25001147

At 6:45 p.m. last night, police were called to a grocery at the west end of the city to investigate the report of an unknown individual who had attempted to leave the store without paying for their items. When approached by store staff, the individual became aggressive and caused damaged within the store before leaving the area. Police are reviewing the available video as they work to identify the individual. ST25001180

School Violence 

An ongoing dispute between students required assistance from police, earlier this week. On Monday January 13th 2025, STPS were called after a concern for the well being of both students was brought forward by school administration. Through investigation, officers learned of an ongoing dispute between two 13 year old students that had escalated to threatening behaviour. Police spoke with all parties involved and provided resources to both the school and teens. ST25000760

Assault 

A 15 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Monday January 13th 2025, officers were called to investigate the report of an altercation between two students that occurred off of school property. Through investigation, police learned the accused and the victim had been in an ongoing argument about property the two had previously exchanged, when the argument turned physical resulting in minor injuries. As a result, the 15 year old was charged with one count of Assault and a warrant for arrest was issued. The individual attended police headquarters to turn themselves and subsequently released on an undertaking with a future court date. ST25000759

Warrant Arrests 

A 33 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 14th 2025, officers on community patrol located the individual known to them to be wanted on an outstanding warrant with the Sarnia Police Service. The individual was arrested and transported to St. Thomas police headquarters where release documents were sent from Sarnia. ST25000807

A 30 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 14th 2025, while on unrelated call for service officers located the individual known to them to be wanted by our service on an outstanding warrant for Uttering Threats, stemming from an incident in December. The individual was arrested and transported to police headquarters where they were processed and released on an undertaking with a future court date. ST25000810

A 51 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 14th 2025, St. Thomas police were contacted by London police who had the person in custody on the strength of our warrant for several charges from 2024. STPS attended London and took custody of the individual who was transported to St. Thomas police headquarters where they were processed and released on an undertaking with a future court date. ST25000839

Warrant Arrests

St. Thomas Police arrest a 50-year-old Quinte West resident after they attended the Police Station to turn themselves in on an outstanding warrant for Criminal Harassment x2. The individual was processed, and released with a future court date. ST25000745, ST24018453.

A 46-year-old St. Thomas resident was arrested on an outstanding warrant, when they attended the Police station to turn themselves in for breaching probation. The individual was processed and held for court.ST25000746, ST24005762.

Cause Disturbance

St. Thomas Police attended a downtown business for disturbance. A 34-year-old St. Thomas resident was outside the location yelling, after following an employee to work. The complainant quickly locked the door and phoned police. The individual was arrested and charged for cause disturbance, and failing to comply with probation x2. The individual was transported to Police Headquarters for processing, and released with a future court date. ST25000750.

Multiple Break and Enters

St. Thomas Police are investigating a break in to a north end business compound. A fence was damaged to gain entry. Security video is being reviewed of suspects and a vehicle involved. The incident is still under investigation. ST25000739.

St. Thomas Police are investigating a break in to a south side church. The caller reported broken windows to the building. Security Video is being reviewed. Evidence is being processed, and the incident is still under investigation. ST25000751.

St. Thomas Police are investigating a break in to a north end business compound. A fence was damaged to gain entry.  The suspect/s stole a Coleman dune buggy valued at $1600 and an electric bike valued at $1000. The dune buggy was eventually located a distance away. The bike is still outstanding. Security Video is being reviewed, and the incident is still under investigation. ST25000798.

If you have any information regarding any of these incidents, please contact the St. Thomas Police Service at 519-631-1224 and reference the incident number, or to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

A 39-year-old St. Thomas man was arrested yesterday morning following a vehicle entry and theft that occurred overnight. The victim was alerted to the theft after receiving notifications on his phone from his financial institution regarding suspicious account activity. In addition to the victim’s passport and cash, the victim’s credit cards were stolen and used at two St. Thomas convenience stores. Police identified the accused via store surveillance footage and located him a short time later. The male is charged with Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000 and two counts of Use Credit Card. He was released with a future court date. ST25000544.

Unlawfully in a Dwelling

A 31-year-old male and his 30-year-old female partner were arrested and charged on Friday after reports of people squatting in an apartment building under construction. The building owner arrived that morning and found signs of forced entry. Police including members of the Critical Incident Response Team attended to safely clear the building. Inside, the two accused parties were located and taken into custody without incident. They are each charged with Unlawfully in a Dwelling and were transported to police headquarters where they were later released with a future court date. ST25000554.

Later that day, police were called to a multi-unit home near the city centre for reports of an unknown person inside the common laundry room, refusing to leave the premises. Police attended and located a 45-year-old female. The female was arrested for unlawfully in a dwelling and transported to police headquarters for processing where she was later released with a future court date. ST25000560.

Shoplift

An unknown person dressed in all black including a face covering attended a local convenience store on Friday afternoon and stole two bottles of red wine. The suspect was captured on store surveillance. If you have any information about this incident, please contact the STPS at 519-631-1224 or submit a tip to www.stthomas-elgincrimestoppers.ca. Refer to ST25000556.

Police are reviewing video in an attempt to identify a male suspect involved in a shoplifting incident Friday afternoon. The male attended a local grocery store, selected several food and miscellaneous items, and left on foot after making no attempt to pay for the $100 in goods. If you have any information about this incident, please contact the STPS at 519-631-1224 or submit a tip to www.stthomas-elgincrimestoppers.ca. Refer to ST25000572.

Warrant Arrest

A 49-year-old female was arrested by the Sarnia Police Service yesterday afternoon. The female was wanted on a first instance warrant held by the STPS for failing to comply with her release order. Members of the STPS met with Sarnia Police to continue the arrest and transport the female back to STPS for processing. The female was later released with a future court date. ST25000581.

Mischief

On Friday evening police responded to an apartment building in the downtown area for reports of a tenant causing damage to a wall in the common room. Police attended and observed a hole in the drywall and reviewed video of the incident. A 29-year-old male has been identified as the suspect that caused the damage. Police are applying for a warrant for the male’s arrest. ST25000583.

Shoplift/ Breach of Probation

A 34-year-old St. Thomas man was arrested last night for three counts of Fail to Comply with Probation after he was caught shoplifting at a local grocery store. An employee observed the theft and confronted the male outside of the store. The accused turned over the stolen food and left the area on foot. Police identified the male via store surveillance and learned that he was bound by conditions not to attend at that particular business. Police located the male later that night and arrested him without incident. He was released with a future court date. ST25000591.

An 18 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested and charged after an incident in the city last night. At approximately 9:15 p.m. on Wednesday January 8th 2025, officers were called to locate the 18 year old who had left their residence after stealing a quantity of beer, contrary to a court ordered curfew and probation order. The individual was located in the 500 block of Talbot Street and advised of the grounds for their arrest. The individual became combative and punched the arresting officer in the face while kicking and spitting on police. Officers gained control of the teen who has been charged with:

• 5 counts of Failure to Comply with Probation
• Resist Peace Officer
• Assault Peace Officer
• Theft under $5,000
• Person under 19 years old having liquor (LLCA)

The 18 year old was transported to police headquarters where they were processed and held for a morning court appearance. ST25000469

Theft

A 33 year old St. Thomas resident has been charged after being identify as the person responsible for stealing packages from an apartment building. Through investigation and review of video surveillance, the individual was identified and has been charged with Theft under $5,000. A warrant for arrest has been requested. ST25000440

Approximately $435 in merchandise has been reported stolen from a retail store on Talbot Street. On Wednesday January 8th 2025, officers attended the store to investigate the report of two unknown individuals entering the store, gathering the items and then leaving through an emergency exit, failing to pay. Video surveillance of the incident is being reviewed as police continue to investigate. ST25000468

Mischief

The front window of a building in the 300 block of Talbot Street has been reported damage. This morning, officers on community patrol were flagged down by a concerned citizen who noticed the damage. Video surveillance of the area is available and being reviewed. This remains under investigation. ST25000479

A 44 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested and charged with several offences after police were called to a disturbance downtown. This morning, at approximately 1:20 a.m. officers attended the area of Princess Avenue and Talbot Street to move along an unwanted person who had been involved in an altercation. Through investigation, officers learned the individual was wanted on an outstanding warrant with the London Police Service.

While attempting to arrest the individual, the accused became combative, actively resisting while kicking and spitting at police.  The individual was transported to police headquarters where a search incident to arrest, found a quantity of illicit drugs.

As a result of, the 44 year old St. Thomas resident has been charged with:

• Resist peace officer
• Two counts of assault peace officer
• Possession of a schedule I substance – opioid
• Possession of a schedule I substance – methamphetamine
• Possess unmarked cigarettes

The individual was processed and released on appearance notice.

No injuries were reported. ST25000408

Warrant Arrests 

A 30 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 7th 2025, the individual attended the Elgin County Courthouse to turn themselves in on an outstanding warrant for one count Break and Enter, stemming from an incident in August. The individual was processed and released with a future court date. ST25000359

A 28 year old London resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 7th 2025, the individual attended St. Thomas Police Headquarters to turn themselves in on an outstanding warrant for Assault and Assault with a Weapon following an investigation into an incident that occurred in February of 2024. The individual was processed, attended court and was released on an undertaking with a future court date. ST25000363

A 28 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 7th 2025, the individual attended the Elgin County Courthouse to turn themselves in on an outstanding warrant for Uttering Threats and Failure to Comply with Probation stemming from an incident in December. The 28 year old was processed, appeared before the court and was released with a future court date. ST25000369

Fraud 

A St. Thomas resident is out almost $13,000 after falling victim to a bank scam. It was reported that while out of the country the victim received a call from who they believed to be a representative from their bank, making them aware of fraudulent credit card transactions. The victim provided their security information after the caller stated it was required to cancel the transactions. The victim later learned several flights had been purchased with their credit card and the call they had received was a scam. ST25000336

A 23 year old St. Thomas resident wanted by our service on several outstanding provincial driving offences, has been arrested. On Monday January 6th 2025, the individual attended police headquarters to turn themselves in on the outstanding warrants dating back to March of 2023. The 23 year old was processed and transported to the Elgin County Courthouse for a court appearance. ST25000306

A 30 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested as the result of a suspicious person call. On Monday January 6th 2025, officers were called to the 300 block of Wellington Street for the report of an unknown person walking in and out of the street and on properties in the area. Officers located the individual and through investigation learned the 30 year old was wanted by our service on several outstanding warrants from 2023 and 2024. The individual was transported to police headquarters where they were processed and held for a morning court appearance. ST25000326

A 29 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. This morning, at approximately 2 a.m. officers on community patrol located the individual known to them to be wanted by our service for one count Break and Enter, as the result of an investigation in December. The 29 year old was transported to police headquarters where they were processed and released on an undertaking with a future court date. ST25000350

Failure to Comply 

A 31 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Monday January 6th 2025, STPS were notified by a remote monitoring vendor that the individual had entered an area they are conditions to not be near. Officers attended the address provided and located the individual. The 31 year old has been charged with Failure to Comply with Release Order and Failure to Comply with Probation and held for a morning court appearance. ST25000344

A 20 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Monday January 6th 2025, officers were called to an address on the west side of the city to move along an unwanted person. Officers attended and located the 20 year old who was known to them to be wanted by our service on an outstanding probation warrant. The individual was additionally charged with Failure to Comply with Probation, transported to police headquarters and held for a morning court appearance. ST25000346/0347

Robbery and arrest of Suspect:

On the 29^th of December 2024 the St Thomas Police Service attended a south end residence for reports of a dispute between a homeowner and a male contractor – that allegedly left the homeowner pushed to the ground and a large quantity of cash stolen by the contractor. The homeowner then attempted to prevent the contractor from leaving in his vehicle and was left hanging from the vehicle for a short period as it left the scene. Incident ST2402336.

On Friday the 3^rd of January 2025 the 45-year-old London resident was located and arrested on a traffic stop in London conducted by a joint effort between the St Thomas Police CIRT team members and the plain clothes Street Crime unit. The male party was transported back to the St Thomas Police Service charged with Robbery, Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, and later released with a future court date and conditions. ST25000129.

Warrant arrest:

On Friday the 3^rd of January a 31-year-old female turned herself in at the St Thomas Police Service on an outstanding warrant for breaching conditions of her GPS monitored bail plan. The St Thomas resident was arrest, held for court, and later released by the courts. Incident ST25000140.

Vehicle Entry/Theft:

On Friday afternoon a resident living on the north side of the city reported an entry to their vehicle overnight while parked unlocked in the laneway. A pair of sunglasses valued at over $200.00 was taken. If you, or anyone you know, has any information related to this matter please contact the St Thomas Police Service or visit www.stthomascrimestoppers.ca and reference Incident ST25000155.

Bail Violations:

The St Thomas Police Service have submitted a warrant application to arrest a 53-year-old female for breach of her court mandated bail conditions. The female had not been reporting to the Police station as per conditions of her release. Incident ST25000161.

Intimate Partner Violence:

On Friday afternoon St Thomas Police were contacted by a female resident who reported being assaulted by her partner. Through investigation Police learned that the female’s partner had assaulted her and pelted her with household items. She was not injured. A warrant is currently being sought for the 50-year-old male party- charged assault and assault with a weapon. Incident ST25000164.

R.I.D.E:

Overnight officers on general patrol conducted a R.I.D.E. program. St Thomas Police Service is happy to announce that no concerns for impairment were observed. A great start to the new year! Incident ST25000189.

Break and Enter

A 45-year-old female has been arrested for break and enter. On New Year’s Day, the female entered a residence in the west end of the city while the homeowner was taking a nap. While inside, the female stole the homeowner’s wallet. The female was arrested early in the morning on January 3^rd and was later released with a future court date. ST25000034.

Shoplift

On December 30^th, an unknown male attended a local grocery store and stole approximately $70 of food. The male left the store without making any attempt to pay and fled in a vehicle. Police are reviewing video in attempts to identify the suspect. ST25000054.

Warrants

A 46-year-old St. Thomas man turned himself in to police on January 2^nd. The male was wanted on a first instance warrant for Assault, Utter Threats, and False Alarm of Fire. He was processed and later released on an Undertaking with conditions. ST25000057.

A 13-year-old youth has been arrested for assault. The youth was involved in a physical altercation that occurred at a public park in December. The youth was released on an Undertaking with conditions. ST25000100.

A 48-year-old St. Thomas female was arrested overnight on the strength of a bench warrant. The female failed to attend court after being charged with operating a motor vehicle while prohibited. The female was released with a future court date. ST25000118.

A 45-year-old female has been arrested for break and enter. On New Year’s Day, the female entered a residence in the west end of the city while the homeowner was taking a nap. While inside, the female stole the homeowner’s wallet. The female was arrested early in the morning on January 3^rd and was later released with a future court date. ST25000034.

Shoplift

On December 30^th, an unknown male attended a local grocery store and stole approximately $70 of food. The male left the store without making any attempt to pay and fled in a vehicle. Police are reviewing video in attempts to identify the suspect. ST25000054.

Warrants

A 46-year-old St. Thomas man turned himself in to police on January 2^nd. The male was wanted on a first instance warrant for Assault, Utter Threats, and False Alarm of Fire. He was processed and later released on an Undertaking with conditions. ST25000057.

A 13-year-old youth has been arrested for assault. The youth was involved in a physical altercation that occurred at a public park in December. The youth was released on an Undertaking with conditions. ST25000100.

A 48-year-old St. Thomas female was arrested overnight on the strength of a bench warrant. The female failed to attend court after being charged with operating a motor vehicle while prohibited. The female was released with a future court date. ST25000118.

On the 31st day of December 2024 St. Thomas Police attended an eastside address for a report of an assault.  Police investigation revealed a male had assaulted a female that was known to him.  The male fled prior to police arrival and a warrant is being sought for his arrest.  ST24023414.

On the 31st day of December 2024 St. Thomas Police attended a 1063 Talbot Street store for a report of a shoplifter.  Police reviewed video surveillance and located a female suspect.  St. Thomas Police are looking for assistance in identifying this person in the picture below. ST24023424.

Later the same day at 11:30 AM St. Thomas Police Service arrested a 34-year-old St. Thomas man for breaching his release conditions.   The male was on conditions not to attended a certain address in the city.  The male was arrested without incident and held for a court appearance.  ST24023426.

On the 1st day of January 2025 St. Thomas Police attended a south end address for a family dispute.  Investigation revealed a male in the residence had assaulted someone known to him.  The male fled the residence prior to police arriving on scene.  As a result, a warrant is being sought for a St. Thomas man for assault.  ST25000006.

The St. Thomas Police are investigating a Mischief to a vehicle that took place sometime over night December 28th on Joyce Street. (ST24023335)

Warrant Arrest

A 29 year old person was arrested Sunday December 29th on an outstanding Probation Warrant.  They were released from custody with a future court date. (ST24023327)

Theft 

On Sunday December 29th, 2024 a lone male entered the LCBO, concealed two bottles of alcohol and left without paying.  The St. Thomas Police are seeking the assistance in identifying the person involved.  If you know the individual, you are asked to call the St. Thomas Police Service (519) 631-1224 and cite incident number ST24023330 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-(800) 222-8477 (TIPS)

On Saturday December 28, 2024 Officers attended a residence in the city’s northwest for reports of an ongoing noise/neighbour dispute that had turned physical.  One of the neighbours had approached the other in efforts to cease the behaviours, and upon doing so, was allegedly spit on.  As a result, a 30yr old male resident was taken into custody and charged with one count of assault.  The male was later released from custody on an Undertaking with conditions and will appear in court in the new year. ST24023266

Break and Enter Investigation

A business in the city’s north end has again fallen victim to a break-in.  Shortly after 5 a.m. on December 26, 2024 the businesses compound was broken into and seals removed from several cargo trailers within.  Suspects can be observed on camera entering the property and later removing seals from numerous cargo trailers.  It is unknown at this time what if anything, was removed from the trailers as further investigation is ongoing.  Video footage of the individuals has not yet been made available.  ST24023284

Theft from Retail Store

Police are investigating after a local retail store contacted them reporting the theft of nearly $300 in goods.  Around the hour of 7pm on Saturday December 28, 2024 a lone female can be seen leaving the store, making no attempts to pay for the product.  Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying this woman,

Any information please contact the St. Thomas Police Service and/or Crimestoppers.  ST24023299

Tools taken from front Porch

A Scott Street resident contacted police late Saturday evening reporting a theft from their front porch.  The resident there had been doing renovations on the residence and had left a Mitre saw unattended on the front porch for a brief period of time.  When they returned to it, the saw had been taken.  Stolen was a blue Mastercraft platform Mitre saw.  There are no suspects at this time, however, police are canvassing neighbours for potential video of the suspect(s).  ST24023304

R.I.D.E STPS Officers conducted a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) checkpoint within the city where more than 70 vehicles were checked. No infractions were observed and no impaired drivers were detected. Thanks for driving sober and keeping our roads safe! ST24023185

Attempt theft of motor vehicle

On December 26^th 2024, a St. Thomas resident on the west end of the city called Police to report that sometime overnight, unknown suspect(s) had attempted to steal their vehicle from their laneway however were unsuccessful. Nothing was taken however there was damage to the ignition and steering column. The incident remains under investigation. ST24023187

Fraud

A St. Thomas resident is out nearly $100 000 after falling victim to a job scam. For over a month, the victim was investing money into a company that they believed they were working for however learned that the company was not legitimate and did not actually exist. The matter is currently being investigated by Detectives in the STPS Criminal Investigations Branch. ST24023189

Protecting yourself from fraud

In an ongoing effort to help protect the residents of St. Thomas from falling victim to online scams and fraud, the St. Thomas Police Service would like to remind the community on ways to protect yourself and things to consider while online:

• Always get a second opinion from family or friends regarding the situation
• No employer will reach out to you through apps like Whats App or Telegram
• No employer will ever pay you in crypto currency
• No employer will ask you to invest your own money
• Use the Canadian Anti- Fraud Centre as a resource to familiarize yourself with current scams and additional ways to protect yourself.
• Be very cautious when someone asks you to pay for an item with gift cards

Shoplifting

STPS is currently investigating a shoplifting incident which occurred at a business in the 1000 block of Talbot Street. A male suspect entered the store and concealed clothing in a reusable bag before exiting the store without making any attempt to pay. Police are reviewing video footage in hope of identifying the suspect. ST24023192

Theft & Fail to comply with release order

STPS Officers were contacted to attend a business in the 1063 Talbot Street area for a shoplift in progress. Attending Officers located the 20 yr old suspect where they were arrested and transported back to STPS station. Officers learned that the suspect was on conditions not to attend the store they had stolen from therefore they were charged accordingly and held for court. ST24023193