With coffee cups in hand, Tim Horton’s guests and restaurant owners from across North America came together to raise $11.8 million during this year’s Camp Day on Wednesday, June 4. All funds raised will make the opportunity to attend camp a reality for more than 17,000 kids from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The Guelph Police had 34 of its members assist for a portion of that day at 12 Tim Horton’s locations around Guelph. The generosity of the Guelph community that we saw truly shows what a great city Guelph is.
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Around 5:30 p.m. yesterday afternoon, police responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Front Line near Mull Road.
A 19-year-old Ridgetown woman was travelling on Front Line when she lost control of her vehicle.
She was not injured. Total damage was estimated at $4000.
The woman has been charged with careless driving.
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Break and Enter in Bothwell
The Chatham-Kent police are looking for information regarding a break and enter in Bothwell.
Sometime yesterday between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. unknown suspect(s) forced their way into a detached garage on George Street causing about $150 damage. Once inside, the suspect(s) stole beer and liquor.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Neal Iles at 519-436-6600 extension #86590. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
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No Hot Pets
With the warmer weather upon us, the Chatham-Kent Police Service would like to remind everyone not to leave their pets in their vehicles.
Parked cars can quickly reach deadly temperatures, even on a relatively cloudy day with the car parked in a shaded area with the window slightly open.
If you can’t take your pet with you when you leave your car, then please leave them at home where they are safe.
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Drugs, Cash & Loaded Gun
Two London men face several charges after a loaded firearm and over $11,000 worth of drugs and cash were seized.
On Monday, June 9, 2014 members of the Investigation Response Unit were assisted by uniformed officers, as well as members of the Guns and Drugs Section, with a drug investigation.
At approximately 1:40 p.m., the drivers, and lone occupants, of two vehicles were arrested in the area of Wilkins Street and Sandringham Crescent for the drug investigation.
firearm
The following were seized:
34.9 g of cocaine – $3,480
1.9 g of marihuana – $20
1 x 40mg oxycontin – $20
Approximately $8,000 cash
Justright Carbine Semi-Automatic 9mm assault rifle
Three 9mm assault rifle magazines
Over 300 rounds of ammunition
2002 Acura RSX – $2,000
2014 Dodge Caravan – $20,000
As a result of the investigation, 31-year-old Youssiff Habash has been charged with the following Controlled Drugs and Substances Act offences:
– Possess Schedule II substance, contrary to section 4(1); and
– Possess Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, contrary to section 5(2).
Ali Bhatti, 20 years, has been charged with 14 Criminal Code of Canada offences related to firearms and ammunition as well as the following Controlled Drugs and Substances Act offences:
– Unlawfully possess Schedule I substance, contrary to section 4(1); and
– Possess Schedule II substance for the purpose of trafficking, contrary to section 5(2).
Both remain in custody and are to appear in court today.
This assistance of the members of the Guns and Drugs Section was made possible by a grant from the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services.
(Ottawa)-The Ottawa Police Service Major Crime Section continues to investigate the homicide of 18-year-old Brandon Volpi that occurred on June 7th in the 100 block of Besserer Street.
The Ottawa Police Service has issued a Canada-wide warrant for the arrest of Devontay HACKETT, 18 years old, of Ottawa, for one count of 2nd Degree Murder. He is described as a light brown skinned male, 6’0â€Â(183 cm), 135lbs (61 kg), with short brown hair and brown eyes (see picture).
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Devontay HACKETT or this incident is asked to call the Ottawa Police Service Major Crime Section at 613-236-1222 ext. 5493, or Crime Stoppers 613-233-8477 or toll-free 1-800-8477.
(BRUCE TWP, ON) – On June 6, 2014 at 10:46 pm, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a 3 vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 21 and Concession 8 in Bruce Township. Officers arrived to find that a Black Ford F150, towing a fishing boat, was east bound on Concession 8 when it pulled into the path of a Red Kia Spectra and Black GMC Terrain that were both travelling north on Highway 21. The driver of the F150, 23 year old Stephen JAMES of Lindsay was charged with Fail to stop at stop sign. There were minor injuries reported at the scene.
The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or send a web-tip to crimestop-gb.org, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
(HURON TWP, ON) – On June 6, 2014 at 8:52 pm, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a crash on Concession 6 east in Huron Township. Officers arrived to find fresh marks on a tree and debris, but the vehicle was gone. Officers located a damaged Black BMW 12i nearby and identified the driver. 28 year old Ryan MACMASTERS of Huron Township has been charged with Fail to remain, Fail to report and Careless driving. He is scheduled to appear in court on July 15, 2014 to answer to the charges. There were no injuries reported.
The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or send a web-tip to crimestop-gb.org, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
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Driver Makes Expensive Call
(KINCARDINE TWP, ON) – On June 6, 2014 at 7:01 pm, a South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer on patrol along Highway 9 in Kincardine Township noticed the driver of a Blue Ford Flex was talking on a cell phone. The vehicle was stopped and 39 year old John SINCLAIR of Kincardine was charged with Driving while using wireless device. The current penalty for this charge is a fine of $280.
The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or send a web-tip to crimestop-gb.org, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
(COUNTY OF BRANT, ON) – The County of Brant Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), officers are investigating the theft of a motorcycle from a Tutela Heights residence, in the County of Brant.
Sometime between 11:30 p.m. June 7th, 2014 and 7:00 a.m. June 8th, 2014 suspects pushed a 2014 Yamaha CRR to Tutela Heights Road and loaded it on an awaiting vehicle.
Anyone with information regarding the person(s) responsible for this incident should immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1 – 888 – 310 – 1122 or their closest Police authority.
Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1 – 800 – 222 – TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous online message at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.
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THEFT OF FLOWERS
(MUNICIPALITY OF MEAFORD, ON) – On Monday, June 9, 2014 at approximately 8:11 a.m., Grey County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a theft report from Jet Variety located on Sykes St., S., Meaford, in the Municipality of Meaford.
Just before midnight on June 6th, 2014, a woman was observed taking a flower planter from outside Jet Variety store. The suspect was identified and charged with theft under $5000 – shoplifting.
Krystal Joanne LOWE, 28, of Meaford, is scheduled to appear in court in Owen Sound on July 17, 2014.
(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – On June 9, 2014 at approximately 3:06 p.m., Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers were on James Street, Palmerston and observed a drug transaction take place between a male and female. The male left the area once the transaction was completed and was arrested a short distance away. Officers seized methamphetamine and items related to drug dealing. Shortly after the arrest, officers located the female and made an arrest seizing methamphetamine and oxycodone. Further investigation revealed, the male was also breaching a condition of his Probation Order.
Jason LAMBLEY age 32 of Palmerston has been charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Methamphetamine contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. He is also charged with Breach of Probation and is scheduled to appear in Guelph Criminal Court on July 10, 2014 for a bail hearing.
Patricia Lee-Ann HAMILTON age 37 of Palmerston has been charged with Possession of Methamphetamine contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. She is also charged with Possession of Oxycodone and is scheduled to appear in Guelph Court on July 29, 2014 in Guelph Criminal Court to answer to the charges.
(COUNTY OF BRANT, ON) – The County of Brant Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), officers were conducting a RIDE check in the Town of Paris, in the County of Brant.
At approximately 10:21 p.m. Saturday June 7th, 2014, officers were conducting a RIDE check at Market Street and Silver Street in the Town of Paris. Officers stopped a blue Ford pickup truck and while the officer was talking to the driver he smelled the odour of alcohol. The male driver was given the Roadside Screening Test and as a result he was taken to the County of Brant OPP detachment for Intoxilyzer Tests.
Lyle LIGHTFOOT 38 years of age from Haldimand County is facing the following criminal charge
Drive over 80 milligrams of Blood Alcohol Content
The accused is scheduled to attend Provincial Court in Brantford on June 20th, 2014 to answer to the charges.
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STOP SIGN THEFT ENDANGERS LIVES
(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment is investigating a theft at an Old Hill Road and Front Road, Turkey Point, Norfolk County, Ontario address.
On Monday, June 9, 2014 at approximately 11:06 a.m., police received a call from a concerned resident after noticing that unknowns removed a stop sign from the intersection of Old Hill Road and Front Road.
Street sign theft occurs when street signs are stolen, often to be used as decorations. Sometimes considered to be a prank, the theft is often costly and inconvenient. This is extremely dangerous to the motoring public and could have caused a serious or even fatal collision for anyone not familiar with the roadways in Norfolk County.
The police are seeking the public’s assistance with this investigation and are asking anyone that may have any information to contact the Norfolk County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1 – 800 – 222 – 8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.
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OPP INVESTIGATING BREAK AND ENTER
(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment is investigating a Break and Enter at a Gunton Drive, Simcoe, Norfolk County, Ontario address.
On Sunday, June 9, 2014 in the early morning hours, unknowns attended the address and gained entry in the residence. Once inside, unknowns removed a carton of cigarettes, iPad, MP3 player and a cellular phone.
The Norfolk County OPP Detachment is continuing to investigate and is seeking assistance from the public. If anyone has any information regarding this incident, they are being asked to contact the Norfolk County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.
Anyone with information regarding this incident should immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1 – 888 – 310 – 1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1 – 800 – 222 – 8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.
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