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Halton Regional Police Police Press Releases WFP

Two Teens Shot To Death – Arrest Finally Made – Names Withheld To Protect The Guilty

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made multiple arrests including one suspect wanted in Quebec for charges related to a double homicide.

In late March 2024, the HRPS began investigating a suspect wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for homicide charges related to the shooting deaths of two teenage males in Montreal that took place in July 2022. 

On March 29, a search warrant was executed at a residence in the area of Dundas Street West and Bronte Road in Oakville. At that time, five male suspects were taken into custody (including the male wanted by Montreal police).

At the residence, police also located stolen items and tools commonly used in the commission of auto thefts, including several reprogramming and relay devices, and seized a stolen BMW (see attached photos).

A 19-year-old male of Oakville was arrested by the HRPS on the strength of the Canada-wide warrant and was turned over to homicide investigators from Montreal police to face charges. The HRPS has not yet charged this suspect in relation to offences committed in Halton, and cannot publicly identify them due to their age at the time the homicide offences were committed.

Police cannot identify any of the other adults charged because it may lead to the identification of the associated youths charged.

As a result of the investigation and the items located through the execution of the search warrant, the following charges have been laid.

A 16-year-old male of Montreal has been charged with the following:

  • Possession of a prohibited weapon
  • Theft of motor vehicle (three counts)
  • Failure to comply with Release Order
  • Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  • Possession of automobile master key
  • Possession of break in instruments
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 (three counts)

A 20-year-old male of Montreal has been charged with the following:

  • Theft of Motor Vehicle (three counts)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 (three counts)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Possession of break in instruments
  • Possession of automobile master key
  • Dangerous operation (two counts)

An 18-year-old male of Montreal has been charged with the following:

  • Theft of motor vehicle (three counts)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 (three counts)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Possession of break in instruments
  • Possession of automobile master key

A 21-year-old male of LaSalle, QC has been charged with the following:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Possession of break in instruments
  • Possession of automobile master key
  • Fail to comply undertaking (two counts)
  • Fail to comply probation

Two of the four suspects charged by the HRPS were on various forms of release stemming from previous charges.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the 2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4777 ext. 2216.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases WFP

CKPS Endangers Community By Withholding Name Of Predator

Chatham-Kent Police

Chatham-Kent, Ontario: Investigators from the Chatham-Kent Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE) have arrested and charged a 68-year-old Chatham, Ontario man for allegedly luring a child online.

In March of 2024, Officers from the Internet Child Exploitation Unit began an investigation relating to the man luring a child under the age of 16 years of age for a sexual purpose while using various social media platforms.

On April 3rd, 2024, the ICE unit and Intelligence Section of the Chatham-Kent Police Service arrested the man in Chatham. The man was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The victim has been identified and has been offered the necessary support.

The Chatham-Kent Police Service is a member of the Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet and conducts investigations into Internet Child Exploitation Offences in partnership with numerous Ontario Police Services and law enforcement agencies worldwide. The investigations conducted by the Chatham-Kent Police Service ICE unit are made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

For media inquiries regarding the work conducted by members of the Provincial Strategy and its role in protecting children, please contact the Provincial Strategy Coordinator – Detective Staff Sergeant Tim Brown of the Ontario Provincial Police at 705-238-1820 or [email protected].

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Grey Bruce Public Health Unit Health Departments WFP

GBPH Demands $16.5 Million From Taxpayers

Last August, the Ministry of Health announced a Strengthening Public Health in Ontario strategy, aimed at optimizing capacity, stability, and sustainability in the Province’s Public Health system.

The plan includes several priorities, including those related to funding for Public Health Units and support for voluntary mergers between existing Health Units.

In releasing the plan, the Ministry of Health announced that Public Health Units will receive annual 1% base funding increases over the next three years as the Ministry collaborates with municipalities on a longer-term, sustainable funding agreement.

While this ensures predictable, stable funding for health units, the 1% annual increase has created a challenging budget shortfall for Public Health Units, including Grey Bruce Public Health, due to ongoing inflationary pressures and escalating costs.

During a comprehensive budgeting process, GBPH developed a plan to address the funding shortfall while minimizing job losses and service impacts. This plan was endorsed by the Grey-Bruce Board of Health, which approved GBPH’s 2024 budget at its February meeting.

“While some Ontario health units have announced significant layoffs in recent months to deal with budgetary pressures, Grey Bruce Public Health developed a plan to address its funding shortfall largely through attrition, the gapping of some positions, maximizing back-office savings, realigning certain functions, and finding other efficiencies,” says Grey-Bruce Board of Health Chair Sue Carleton.

“I’m happy to share that we’ve been able to balance the budget while maintaining service levels and without the need for group layoffs.”

GBPH’s $16.5-million budget requires only a 1% funding increase from both Grey and Bruce counties, which contribute a combined 18.2% of its operating revenue. The remainder of GBPH’s operating revenue comes from the Province through several Ministries.

As part of the Strengthening Public Health in Ontario plan, the Ministry of Health is also encouraging Local Public Health Agencies to explore voluntary mergers with neighbouring health units.

Recently, the Grey-Bruce Board of Health corresponded with neighbouring health units. The discussions concluded no potential merger at this time.

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Ottawa Police Service Police Press Releases WFP

School Bus Driver Sexually Assaults Child After Locking Them In – Police Fear More Victims #EndTheAbuse

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse (SACA) Unit has charged a man following an investigation into sexual offences that occurred in the Vanier area involving a youth, under 16 years of age.

On February 23rd, the accused – who was employed as a vulnerable/special needs student transport driver for a Vanier area high school – locked the doors and drove away from the drop-off zone before the last student on board was able to exit. He parked the van in another school parking area and forced the student to perform a sexual act. The student was then released and able to exit the transport van. The youth immediately reported the incident to a teacher.

Today, Mohamed ELBARKOUKY, 52 years old, of Ottawa was charged with Sexual assault, Sexual interference and Invitation to sexual touching.

He is scheduled to appear in court today.

SACA investigators believe there could be other victims.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5944. Tips may also be sent electronically to [email protected].

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS).

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Alerts WFP

Goderich Law Firm Banned Across Ontario : Illegal By-Law & For Profit Prosecutions #ItsTime #WinghamStrong

(Goderich, On) The Law Enforcement Complaints Agency (LECA) came into effect on 01April2024 to replace the OIRPD to ensure all law enforcement officers are held to account.

LECA’s new powers include investigating overreach and abuse complaints, even when the victims are unwilling or unable to stand up for themselves. This new power is to combat the illegal harassment and intimidation of Town Halls across Ontario that somehow have coerced police officers to aiding and abetting their Rights violations on private property.

Ontario ethical advertisers have banned a law firm in Goderich from advertising on ~30 Free Press sites across Ontario. Some news aggregator sites and several minor search engines have also stepped up and have taken steps to ensure the law firm’s name is not mentioned. 

This is after a decade-long Free Press probe into Goderich Courthouse’s coercive agreement practices, by-law overreach, rights violations, review of court documents, court transcripts, videos and over a hundred victims coming forward. This dramatically escalated after a stand off with segregation enforcement at Buck & Jo’s 250,000 watched, highlighting numerous problems with the “system”.

The law firm’s name will not be mentioned. Check various Free Press Halls of shame if you are curious, as that is the only place they are permitted to appear.

Everyone must ask a few simple questions before they hire, or give their “lawyer” any more money, as there are some gargantuan conflicts and corruption. 
  • Do you or your law firm prosecute private property by-law enforcement infractions?
  • Do you or your law firm prosecute provincial offenses in the name of the “King”?
  • Do you your law firm prosecute any offenses in the name of the “King”?

If the answer is yes to any of the above questions, you must ask yourself why you would hire a law firm that works daily to convict people as a “Crown Prosecutor ” to defend/help you?

Those seeking help should check out various paralegals and talk to other victims on how to survive being thrown into the system and to avoid bankrupting fees from a prosecutor posing as a defense “lawyer”.

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Hanlon OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Driver Arrested for Taking ‘High’ Way 11 a Little Too Literally

(HANLON TOWNSHIP, ON) – A traffic stop on Highway 11, west of Hearst, led to the arrest of the driver, for driving while impaired by a drug.

On April 3, 2024, shortly before 5:00 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was parked on the east bound shoulder of Highway 11, in Hanlon Township just west of Hearst. 

Upon speaking with the driver, police determined that the driver had been consuming an intoxicating substance. The driver was arrested and transported to the Hearst detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Sasha MITRON, 25 years of age of Hearst, was charged with the following:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Fail to surrender insurance card

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 15, 2024 in Hearst. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring our roads are safe from drug-impaired and alcohol-impaired drivers. We urge everyone to make responsible choices when it comes to driving, and to report any suspected impaired driving immediately.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police WFP

1 Kilo(ish) Cocaine & $10,000 Cash Bust – WRPS Won’t Say Where The ISH Went Or Name Names

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Direct Action Response Team (DART) has charged three males with drug-related offences after a traffic stop in Kitchener.

On April 5, 2024, at approximately 1:20 a.m., DART members on proactive patrol conducted a traffic stop in the area of Kinzie Street and Weber Street East.

As part of the investigation, officers seized approximately one kilogram of suspected cocaine and approximately $10,000 in Canadian currency.

Two 20-year-old males and a 19-year-old male, all from Cambridge, were arrested and jointly charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking. One 20-year-old was also charged with obstructing a police officer and failing to comply with a release order.

The accused parties were held in police custody for a bail hearing.

The Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Direct Action Response Team is committed to the safety of all citizens through proactive initiatives. Members of the community are reminded that they can report suspicious activity anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police WFP

Head On Collision – WRPS Withholds Name Of DD – Do Your Drunk Driving In KW To Remain Anonymous

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police arrest driver for impaired after responding to collision in Waterloo.

On April 4, 2024, at approximately 7:20 p.m., police responded to reports of a motor vehicle collision in the area of King Street South and Union Street East.

The driver of a blue Cadillac was travelling east on Union Street East and sideswiped the driver of a black Chevrolet travelling west. The driver of the Cadillac then struck the driver of a gold BMW in a head-on-collision, then left the roadway, travelled over a sidewalk and struck a building.

As a result of the investigation, police arrested and charged the driver of the Cadillac, a 21-year-old Waterloo male with the following:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drug
  • Operation While Impaired Blood Alcohol Concentration
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Drive Vehicle with Cannabis Readily Available
  • Drive Motor Vehicle, No Currently Validated Permit
  • Novice Driver – B.A.C. Above Zero
  • Novice Driver – Presence of Drug

The investigation remains ongoing by WRPS’ Traffic Services Unit.

Anyone who witnessed this incident or has dash-cam footage is encouraged to contact the Waterloo Regional Police Service at 519-570-9777, extension 8856.

Anonymous information can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.   

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Waterloo Regional Police Service
Public Information Unit
519-570-9777 (WRPS) ext. 8188
[email protected]   

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police WFP

Woman Walking With Dog Run Down – One Deceased

Waterloo Region, Ontario – WRPS’ Traffic Services Unit continues to investigate a pedestrian collision in Cambridge.

On April 5, 2024, at approximately 7:40 a.m., emergency services responded to reports of a collision between a motor vehicle and a pedestrian on Myers Road near Water Street South.

The pedestrian, a 49-year-old female was transported to an out-of-region hospital with serious physical injuries.

The driver of the vehicle, a 52-year-old male reported no physical injuries.

A dog that was being walked by the pedestrian, died as a result of the collision.

The investigation is ongoing.

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

To provide anonymous information, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Life Threating Injuries: 2 Teens Run Down – Hit & Run Suspect At Large

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continue to investigate a fail to remain collision where two pedestrians were hit.

On November 21, 2023, shortly after 5:30 p.m., officers responded to two injured pedestrians on Albion Vaughan Road, near Queensgate Boulevard. It was reported that both were walking southbound at approximately 4:30 p.m., when they were hit from behind by a vehicle. A 14-year-old male sustained minor injuries and a 16-year-old female sustained life-threatening injuries. Both parties are expected to make a full recovery.

While at scene, investigators collected crucial evidence, inclusive of an after-market right side mirror, believed to have been from an early-2000’s model light brown or grey Toyota Camry or Corolla. It is important to note, the vehicle would have also sustained damage to the front right corner and headlight area.

The Caledon OPP are encouraging the driver and any passengers to come forward and speak with investigators regarding the collision.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage is asked to contact Caledon OPP at 905-584-2241 or 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Herbert VALERA Arrested For Drunk Driving

(BROCKTON, ON) – On April 3, 2024, at 8:32 p.m., a South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer on patrol stopped a vehicle along Highway 9 in Brockton.

The driver was found to have been drinking alcohol. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests.

Herbert VALERA, 42-years-old, from the Municipality of Brockton was charged with:

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

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Municipalities Perth WFP

Your Warden Comments On Paramedic Killed In Avalanche #OpenAirPrison


It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death of Perth County Paramedic Nikky Nagy. Nikky was involved in a snowboarding accident while on vacation in Switzerland and tragically died in an avalanche. On behalf of County Council and Staff, I wish to offer my sincere condolences to her family and friends.

Nikky began her career as a Primary Care Paramedic in Perth County on April 29, 2022. Nikky was a bright, caring, amazing person and a part of our Perth County family. Nikky’s family shared with us that she died while doing what she loved.

In honour of her life and service in Perth County, the flags at the Perth County Courthouse and Perth County Paramedic Services Headquarters in Stratford will be lowered until the day of the funeral.

Rhonda Ehgoetz
Warden, Perth County

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases WFP

One Airlifted, 3 Others Sent To Hospital – Keith Fowler – Drunk Driving

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(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) closed Hwy 35 for a serious collision involving a pickup truck and passenger vehicle. 

On November 05, 2023 at approximately 3:05 pm, officers responded, alongside with Kawartha Lakes Fire and EMS, to a motor vehicle collision involving a pickup truck and passenger vehicle.

Four patients were sent to Toronto Hospitals for treatment, one of which was airlifted.

The highway was closed from Powells Road to Country Lane Road for approximately 7 hours for the duration of an investigation with the OPP Technical Collision Investigators and Reconstructionists.          

On April 04, 2024 the driver and single occupant of the pick-up truck was arrested and charged with additional charges related to the investigation.

Keith Fowler, 57 years old of Somerville Township

  • Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation Causing Bodily Harm x 3 counts

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

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police WFP

Teens Arrested For Armed Robbery At Jewelry Store

Waterloo Region, Ontario – The Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Robbery Team have arrested two youths in connection to a robbery that occurred January 8, 2024, at a jewellery store in Fairview Park.

On February 23, 2024, a 16-year-old male was arrested and charged with:

  • Robbery with a weapon
  • Disguise with intent

The male was held for a bail hearing.

On April 4, 2024, a 17-year-old male was arrested and charged with:

  • Robbery with a weapon
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Disguise with intent
  • Failure to comply with sentence or disposition
  • Fail to comply with judicial release (three counts)

The male was held for a bail hearing.

Two unknown suspects remain outstanding and the investigation is ongoing by WRPS’ Robbery Team.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 8255.

Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

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Waterloo Region, Ontario – The Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Robbery Team, along with the Forensic Identification Unit, have identified a 16-year-old male suspect in relation to a robbery that occurred January 8, 2024, at a jewellery store in Fairview Park.

The youth, who is from the Greater Toronto Area, is currently in custody in Toronto on other unrelated charges. A warrant has been issued to have the youth returned to Waterloo Region to be charged with Robbery with a Weapon and Disguise with Intent. 

The investigation is ongoing by WRPS’ Robbery Team.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 8255.

Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police WFP

Armed Carjacking Attempt – Teens Arrested

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police have arrested two youths in connection to the attempted robbery of a vehicle with a firearm in Kitchener.

On April 4, 2024, at approximately 6:20 p.m., three male suspects approached a female victim as she entered her car, a white Lexus, on Belmont Avenue West. One of the males brandished a firearm, and the males unsuccessfully attempted to force the victim from her vehicle. When approached by witnesses, the males fled the area on foot.

Officers from Neighbourhood Policing, the Emergency Response Team, and the Direct Action Response Team responded to the area and located and arrested two suspects behind a business on King Street South near Union Boulevard.

A silver firearm was recovered by police at the time of the arrest.

Seized firearm

The two males, a 15-year-old and a 17-year-old, both from Kitchener, have been jointly charged with attempt robbery with a firearm and disguise with intent. The 15-year-old was charged was also charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

Both accused parties were held in police custody for a bail hearing.

The third suspect remains outstanding and is described as a Black male in his late teens with a thin build.

The investigation remains ongoing by WRPS’ Robbery Team.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 8255, or, to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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