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OPP CHARGE MEMBER WITH THEFTS AND FRAUD

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Professional Standards Bureau (PSB) has charged an OPP officer with several criminal offences as a result of an investigation that was commenced on April 14, 2014. The alleged offences occurred between October 2012 and March 2014.

As a result of the investigation Detective Constable Rory THOMPSON, a ten year member of the OPP currently assigned to the Provincial Operations Intelligence Bureau -Deployed Field Unit in Thunder Bay was arrested on May 27, 2014 and charged with;

Theft under $5,000 (eight counts) and
Fraud under $5,000 (one count)

The accused was released on a Promise to Appear and has been suspended with pay as per the requirements of the Police Services Act; however, the investigation is still ongoing.

He is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on July 11, 2014.

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SUSPICIOUS FIRE UNDER INVESTIGATION

(Cavan Monaghan Township, ON) – On Tuesday May 27, at approximately 2:00 p.m., members of the Peterborough County OPP were called to investigate a report of a fire at a barn on Sharpe Line.

Police and members of the Cavan Monaghan Fire Department were called the scene of a fire inside on out building on private property. The fire was extinguished with mi9nimal damage to the structure.

An investigation was initiated into the cause of the fire as it has been deemed to be suspicious in nature.

The Fire Marshalls office has not been called into assist with the investigation. Members of the Peterborough County Crime Unit, with the Fire Department are continuing their investigation into the incident.

Further detail will be released as they are available.

The OPP would like to encourage anyone with information on this crime or any other crime to contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Peterborough Northumberland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or you can submit your information online at www.stopcrimehere.ca Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Break and Enter Male – Charged

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON.) – Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Haldimand County detachment has arrested a 22 year old male in relation to a Break and Enter at a McKay St. Cayuga, Haldimand County, ON address.

On Tuesday May 27th, 2014 at approximately 3:30 am Police received a report of a break and enter which had just occurred.

Investigation revealed that a male suspect had forced entry through a window and once inside the residence he was confronted by the home owner. The suspect fled the scene and Police were contacted.

A description of the suspect was obtained with him being located and arrested a short distance from the residence.

Charged with Break and Enter, Possession of Break In Instruments, and Trespassing at Night is 22 Michael WEBBER of Ingersoll, ON. He is to appear in Provincial Court, Cayuga at a later date to answer to the charges.

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ROBBERY

Incident #: WA14116277
Publish Date: May 28, 2014
Incident Date: May 27, 2014
Location: HESPELER RD, CAMBRIDGE, ON Canada
On May 27th 2014 at approximately 8:19am Police responded to the Scotiabank at 544 Hespeler Rd in Cambridge Ontario for an attempted robbery. A customer who was leaving the bank was approached by a male who grabbed her and demanded money. The victim refused and was able to safely leave the area. The suspect fled and was later arrested by police. A 23 year old Cambridge male is held in custody, pending a bail hearing for the offences of attempted robbery, possession of a controlled substance and breaching his probation order.

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MVC FATALITY

Incident #: WA14116665
Publish Date: May 28, 2014
Incident Date: May 27, 2014
Location: WILSON AVE, KITCHENER, ON Canada
On Tuesday May 27, 2014 at 2:20 pm an 89 year old resident lost control of his vehicle in the underground parking lot at 435 Wilson Avenue in Kitchener. As a result he sustained fatal injuries. The underground parking garage was closed for about 6 hours while Police investigated. Police are still attempting to contact the man’s family. The Waterloo Regional Police Traffic Branch is investigating and would like to speak with any witnesses. Please call 519-650-8500 x8856 or email [email protected]

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MVC PROP. DAMAGE

Incident #: WA14116550
Publish Date: May 28, 2014
Incident Date: May 27, 2014
Location: BEVERLY ST, CAMBRIDGE, ON Canada
On Tuesday May 27th, 2014 at approximately 101pm, a motor vehicle collision occurred on Beverly Street in the city of Cambridge. The collision involved a motorcycle and a Waterloo Regional Police Service cruiser both travelling south on Beverly Street. The police vehicle was driving to an emergency situation with emergency lights and siren activated. As the police vehicle pulled out to overtake the motorcycle, the motorcycle operator started to turn left into a parking lot. The officer in the police vehicle turned out to the left and was able to avoid contact with the motorcylce. The motorcycle tipped over onto its left side. The driver of the motorcycle was not injured. The 21 year old male driver of the motorcycle from Atwood was charged with turn not in safety contrary to the Highway Traffic Act.

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Workplace accident

On May 27, 2014 at 6:20 p.m., the Guelph Police, Guelph Fire and Guelph Wellington EMS went to a Southgate Drive business for a workplace accident investigation. A female employee operating a heated press had one of her arms caught inside the machine. Her injury is considered severe and she was airlifted to Hamilton.

The Ministry of Labour was advised and is investigating.

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Break and enter

On May 27, 2014 at 8:03 a.m., the Guelph Police went to the Humane Society located on Wellington Street West to investigate a break and enter. A front window was smashed sometime overnight and entry gained. There is no theft reported.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contactCst. J. Finoro at 519-824-1212 at extension #7545. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.crimestoppersguelphwellington.com.

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Man Charged with Break and Enter

The Chatham-Kent police have arrested a man in connection with a break and enter in Chatham.

In December 2013, police responded to a break and enter at a residence on Joseph Street. The victim reported that the suspect(s) forced their way into his home causing about $500 damage. Once inside the suspect(s) stole various electronics valued at approximately $3000 and cash. The scene was examined and evidence was seized for forensic analysis.

In March 2014, police received information from The Centre of Forensic Sciences stating that a DNA profile was generated and matched that of a local man. Officers attempted to locate the man, however when unsuccessful, a warrant was issued for his arrest.

Yesterday morning, officers located the man on King Street West and he was arrested. Eric Dutcher, 27 years, of Queen Street in Chatham has been charged with break and enter. He was released from custody with conditions pending a future court date.

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Mischief in Chatham

The Chatham-Kent police are seeking the public’s assistance regarding a mischief investigation.

Sometime this past week, unknown suspect(s) damaged the industrial air conditioner at the Active Lifestyle Center on Merritt Avenue. Damage has been estimated at $10,000.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Lynette Hodder at 519-436-6600 extension #87228. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.

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Police Investigating a Break and Enter in Chatham

The Chatham-Kent police are looking for information regarding a break and enter.

Sometime late Monday night or early Tuesday morning, unknown suspect(s) entered a business on Fourth Street. Once inside the suspect(s) stole cash and equipment valued at $1000.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Jeff Murray at 519-436-6600 extension #87108. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.

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Motor Vehicle Collision

Around 8:45 a.m. yesterday morning, police responded to a single motor vehicle collision on River Line near Scane Road.

The driver lost control of her vehicle, left the roadway and struck a traffic sign. Damage was estimated at $2000.

The 18-year-old Howard Township woman was charged with careless driving.

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Arrest

Occurrence #: BA14002206
Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2014 – 1:00pm
As previously reported, the Barrie Police Service Street Crime Drug Unit has been investigating the trafficking of Fentanyl. A medical secretary was fraudulently creating prescriptions for complicit individuals who allowed their identity and health card numbers to be used.

Also previously reported was the fact that the medical secretary in question has entered a plea of guilt and received a 9 year sentence.

The investigation has continued and the Street Crime Drug Unit has arrested 8 further individuals and laid a total of 72 further charges which allege the possession and uttering of forged documents in addition to possession for the purpose of trafficking in a controlled substance.

At present 11 further individuals are being sought for their involvement in this matter.

Anyone with further information is encouraged to contact Detective Pat BROUILLARD of the Barrie Police Service Street Crime Drug Unit at (705) 725-7025.

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Information Session and PREP test workshop for Women only on June 15th

(Ottawa) The Ottawa Police Service will be hosting a Women-Only Information Session and PREP Test workshop on the OACP Constable Selection Process for women interested in a policing career.

The session is designed to educate potential candidates about the Constable Selection Process. The practice sessions will also give the participants an opportunity to see if they can meet the physical requirements of the job.

The session will be held on Sunday, June 15, 2014 between 9 am to 1 pm at Algonquin College Woodroffe Campus, P building, 1385 Woodroffe Avenue.

Gym attire is required. If you are 40 years of age or older, a PARMED X will be required by your doctor.

In order to attend the session, you must pre-register online as space is limited. Please note you will need to receive a confirmation e-mail prior to attending.

Register at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PREPsession

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Investigating two retail robberies in south end of Ottawa

(Ottawa) The Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit is investigating two separate convenience store robberies in south Ottawa.

On May 15, 2014, at approximately 8:00 pm, a lone male entered a convenience store situated along the 2300 block of St. Andrew St. in North Gower. The suspect, armed with a knife, approached a store employee and made a demand for money. The suspect obtained an undisclosed quantity of cash and left the store. There were no injuries.

On May 20, 2014, at approximately 5:10 pm, the same lone male entered a convenience store situated along the 5500 block of Osgoode Main St in Osgoode. The suspect, armed with a knife, approached a store employee and made a demand for money. The suspect obtained an undisclosed quantity of cash and left the store. There were no injuries. The suspect fled to what is described as a possibly being a gold coloured Nissan Altima. The victim of the robbery followed the suspect out of the store and repeatedly struck the passenger side windshield of the vehicle causing significant damage to the windshield.

The suspect is described as being a Caucasian male, 40-50 years of age, 6’0”(183cm)- 6’4”(193cm) tall, medium build with a potbelly, medium length “salt & pepper” coloured hair and English speaking. On both occasions he wore a light coloured baseball cap with an oval shaped logo on the front (see attached images).

The extent of damage to the windshield would necessitate it being repaired. Anyone with information about a repair, on a vehicle as described, is asked to contact Police.

Anyone with information with respect to these robberies, or any other robbery, is asked to contact the Robbery Unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 5116 or Crime Stoppers at 613-233-8477 (TIPS) or toll free at 1-800-222-8477.