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22 Year Old Stabbed, Repeat Offender Arrested In Alley #3Strikes

The Windsor Police Service has arrested a 55-year-old male following a stabbing.

On September 23, 2025, shortly after 8 a.m., officers responded to a report of a fight in the 900 block of Wyandotte Street East. Upon arrival, they located a 22-year-old male suffering from two stab wounds. The victim was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Officers learned that the incident began as a verbal argument between the two males, that escalated into a physical confrontation.

The suspect, identified as Lowell Campbell, 55, He was located and arrested a short distance away in an alley north of Brant Street. He has been charged with aggravated assault and failure to comply with a probation order. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Service Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. You can also provide information anonymously to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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ALERT: Gold Chains Ripped From Victims Necks

The Windsor Police Service is warning the community to stay vigilant following two recent distraction thefts targeting jewelry.  

A distraction theft occurs when suspects divert a person’s attention, often through conversation or unsolicited gifts, in order to steal jewelry, wallets, phones, or other valuables.

In the first incident (case #25-91808), two women approached a man in a South Windsor parking lot and tossed costume jewelry into his vehicle to create a distraction. When the victim looked away, the suspects pulled the gold chain from his neck before fleeing the scene.

In the second incident (case #25-96263), a female victim walking on Grand Boulevard was approached by two women in a black Lincoln MKX. The suspects engaged the victim in conversation, and one exited the vehicle to offer her two necklaces as a gift. After placing these cheap necklaces around the victim’s neck, the suspect forcibly removed the victim’s own gold necklace and fled the scene in the vehicle.

Police believe these incidents involve two different pairs of suspects.  

“Distraction thefts are opportunistic crimes that rely on deception and quick action by the suspects,” said Constable Bianca Jackson. “We urge community members to be cautious when strangers offer unsolicited gifts or start unusual conversations. Never accept items from unknown people and report suspicious behaviour to the police immediately.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Target Base Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4350. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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Break-Ins, Theft, Probation Violations: 39 Charges in Glengarry Sweep

A three-day police operation in Windsor’s Glengarry neighbourhood has resulted in 31 arrests and nearly 40 criminal charges.

From September 18 to 20, 2025, members of the Windsor Police Service’s Problem-Oriented Policing Unit (POP), in partnership with the Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation, carried out focused enforcement at apartment buildings in the 300 and 400 blocks of Glengarry Avenue.

Over the course of the initiative, officers laid a total of 39 criminal charges. These included break-and-enter (x 2), theft under $5,000 (x 5), possession of stolen property (x 2), and failure to comply with a probation order (x 12).

The arrests are part of a broader high-visibility initiative by police and community partners to address persistent safety concerns and improve living conditions in Glengarry, an area frequently impacted by crime and social challenges.

“Creating a safer environment in Glengarry is one of our top priorities,” said Staff Sergeant Brian Caffarena. “We know this neighbourhood has faced ongoing challenges, and operations like this are part of our continued effort to support the community, reduce crime, and build a stronger sense of safety and trust.”

Following this enforcement initiative, our Nurse Police and Crisis Response Teams, as well as other health and human service provider partners, will continue to be on site to provide access to vital resources, treat wounds, and deliver other essential medical care.

If you or someone you know is an affected person in need of support, please call Victim Services Windsor Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Victim Assistance Unit at Windsor Police at 519-255-6700, ext. 7179.

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Armed Criminal On Loose – Call 911 Immediately If Seen

The Windsor Police Service is seeking the public’s help identifying a suspect following a knifepoint robbery at a convenience store.
 
Shortly after 8 p.m. on September 14, 2025, officers responded to a report of an armed robbery at a business in the 1300 block of Wyandotte Street East. An investigation revealed that an unknown male had entered the store, threatened an employee, and demanded money. When the employee refused, the suspect brandished a knife and pointed it at the victim before fleeing the scene empty-handed.
 
No one was physically injured during the incident.
 
The suspect is described as a Middle Eastern man, approximately 20-25 years old, with dark hair and a slim build. At the time of the incident, he wore prescription eyeglasses, a short sleeve Adidas jersey, and black pants.
 
 Once located, the individual will face charges of robbery with an offensive weapon and uttering threats to cause bodily harm. 
 
 Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also submit information anonymously to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com. 

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More Home Invaders Arrested #TeenageDirtbags

The Windsor Police Service has arrested two youths following an investigation into a break-and-enter, fraud, and vehicle theft in South Windsor.

On July 12, 2025, shortly before 3 a.m., two suspects were captured on surveillance footage breaking into a residence in the 1700 block of Longfellow Avenue. Several items were stolen, including a credit card and keys to a truck.

The stolen credit card was later used at a business in the 5400 block of Tecumseh Road East and at an ONroute station along Highway 401. Investigators obtained surveillance footage of the suspects’ vehicle and were able to identify both individuals.

On July 13, 2025, investigators learned that one suspect had been arrested in London and released with curfew conditions.

A week later, the suspects returned to the same residence and stole the truck for which they had previously taken the keys. Through GPS tracking, officers located the vehicle in an alley near the 400 block of Marentette Avenue. When police attempted a traffic stop, the vehicle fled at a high rate of speed before being located abandoned a short time later in the 900 block of Ottawa Street.

On September 10, 2025, officers arrested a 14-year-old male in the 800 block of Hall Avenue and a 16-year-old male in the 30 block of Tuscarora Avenue.

The suspects, who cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, face the following charges:

16-year-old male:

  • Break-and-enter
  • Having face masked/disguised (x 2)
  • Fraud under $5,000 (x 2)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime not exceeding $5,000 (x 3)
  • Using a credit card obtained by offence (x 2)
  • Theft of a motor vehicle
  • Fleeing from a peace officer
  • Failing to comply with a release order

14-year-old male:

  • Break-and-enter
  • Fraud under $5,000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime not exceeding $5,000 (x 2)
  • Using a credit card obtained by offence
  • Theft of a motor vehicle

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Target Base Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4350. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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$160,000 USD In Meat Stolen

The Windsor Police Service is investigating the theft of a semi-truck trailer containing approximately $160,000 USD worth of meat.

On August 2, 2025, shortly after 2:30 p.m., a semi-truck attached to a Coast 2 Coast Xpress trailer was parked in a lot in the 2400 block of Cabana Rd. E. The trailer contained 530 boxes of boneless beef chuck roast with an estimated value of $160,000 USD.

At approximately 6:30 p.m., a dark grey Jeep Rubicon and a white Cascadia Freightliner entered the lot. Two unknown males were observed breaking into the semi-truck and driving away with the trailer.

The suspects are described as follows: 

• Suspect #1: Male, slim build, long dark curly hair, wearing all black clothing.

• Suspect #2: Male, wearing dark pants, a light-coloured shirt, and a dark baseball hat.

The stolen trailer and goods are believed to have been moved along Highway 401. Both remain outstanding.

Investigators are urging residents and business owners in the area to review their surveillance or dashcam footage for any possible evidence.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Target Base Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4350. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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Teen Kidnapping & Extortion Gang Arrested After Violent Assault

The Windsor Police Service has arrested four teenagers in connection with a kidnapping and extortion incident earlier this month.

Shortly after midnight on August 11, 2025, a male was walking in the 500 block of St. Joseph Street when he was confronted by four suspects in a stolen 2012 Subaru Legacy. Armed with a handgun and a machete, the suspects threatened the victim and forced him into the vehicle.

The victim was held against his will for roughly two hours, during which he was repeatedly assaulted and threatened with weapons. At one point, the suspects drove to a convenience store in the 300 block of Mill Street, pressed a machete to the victim’s stomach, and ordered him to steal alcohol. After complying, the victim was further assaulted and sprayed with a noxious substance before eventually escaping at a nearby park.

Following an investigation by the Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit, arrest warrants were issued for four youth suspects.

On August 14, at approximately 4 p.m., the OPP-led Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad arrested a 15-year-old male in the 900 block of Howard Avenue.  

The following morning, officers arrested a 17-year-old male at a residence in the 800 block of Gladstone Avenue.

Shortly before 3 p.m. on August 19, the ROPE Squad located and arrested the remaining two suspects, both 15-year-old males, in the 90 block of Pine Street in Chatham.

All four suspects have been charged with:

  • Kidnapping
  • Extortion
  • Forcible confinement
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Failure to comply with a YCJA sentence (x 2)

The 17-year-old male is also charged with assault with a weapon.

One of the 15-year-old males is also charged with assault with a weapon (x 2), wearing a disguise with intent to commit an indictable offence, and a third count of failure to comply with a YCJA sentence.

Another of the 15-year-old males is also charged with wearing a disguise with intent to commit an indictable offence.  

Under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the identities of the accused cannot be released publicly.  

The stolen Subaru Legacy was later recovered by officers on Lillian Avenue, just north of Erie Street East.  

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com. 

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James St. Jean & Sara Michaud: Break & Enter

The Windsor Police Service has arrested two suspects in connection with a series of commercial break-and-enters.

In the early morning hours of August 13, 2025, three businesses in the 4600, 7900, and 8400 blocks of Wyandotte Street East were broken into by unknown suspects. In each incident, a female suspect drove up to the business while a male suspect exited the vehicle and used a hammer, smashed a window or door to gain entry, and stole items from inside.

Members of the Windsor Police Target Base Unit launched an investigation and obtained surveillance video showing the female suspect and the suspect vehicle.

On August 14, at approximately 11 a.m., officers observed the same vehicle travelling westbound on Tecumseh Road East. Officers conducted surveillance and confirmed the female driver matched the suspect seen on video. An unmarked police cruiser conducted a traffic stop in the 1400 block of Windsor Avenue, and the woman was taken into custody without incident.

Through further investigation, officers identified the male suspect. On August 20, members of the OPP-led Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Unit located and arrested him in the Greater Toronto Area.

James St. Jean, 29, is charged with:

  • Break-and-enter a place other than a dwelling (x3)
  • Possession of break-in tools (x3)
  • Wearing a disguise to commit an offence (x3)
  • Breach of probation

Sara Michaud, 48, is charged with break-and-enter a place other than a dwelling (x3).

Anyone with information is asked to call the Target Base Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4350. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477(TIPS) or online atwww.catchcrooks.com

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Identity Fraud: Amanda Joanne Grossi, Anthony Odenore & Kenechukwu Moka

The Windsor Police Service has charged three people, including an employee of a telecommunications company, in connection with a fraud scheme involving stolen customer information.

On May 21, 2025, the Windsor Police Financial Crimes Unit launched an investigation after the company reported that a fraudulent account had been opened using two stolen identities. The account was then used to obtain electronic devices valued at $9,529.

Investigators determined that a company employee created the fraudulent account in January 2025. The following week, two alleged accomplices met the employee at a retail location, where they collected two cellphones and a tablet under the fraudulent account.

Through their investigation, officers identified three suspects: Amanda Joanne Grossi, 35, Anthony Odenore, 32, and Kenechukwu Moka, 34.

Grossi turned herself in at Windsor Police headquarters on August 20, while Odenore surrendered to police the following day. They have each been charged with:

  • Fraud over $5,000
  • Obtaining funds by false pretence over $5,000
  • Personate to gain advantage
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000

Moka, the telecommunications employee, was issued a criminal summons to appear in court at a future date. He is charged with fraud over $5,000.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Financial Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4330. You can also provide information anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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Convicted Murderer Arrested For Parole Violation

A 69-year-old man with a past conviction for second-degree murder has been arrested after allegedly driving impaired and violating the conditions of his parole.

Shortly after 7:30 p.m. on August 12, 2025, officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision near Tecumseh Road East and Lincoln Road. They arrived to find a black SUV with its front passenger side resting atop the hood and windshield of a parked vehicle.

When speaking with the driver, officers detected a strong smell of alcohol and other signs of impairment. Further investigation revealed that the suspect, Bryan Hellam, was under strict parole conditions prohibiting alcohol consumption, stemming from his 1992 conviction for second-degree murder.

Hellam was arrested and charged with:

  • Impaired operation of a conveyance
  • Exceed blood alcohol concentration
  • Failure to comply with a release order

Anyone with information about individuals who are not complying with their release conditions is asked to contact the Windsor Police Service at 519-255-6700. They can also remain anonymous by contacting Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.  

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Carol O’Keefe Arrested After Hit & Run

The Windsor Police Service arrested a 39-year-old woman for impaired driving after she fled the scene of a collision.

On August 16, 2025, shortly before 11:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision in the area of McDougall Street and Giles Boulevard East. When officers arrived, they found a vehicle with rear-end damage and learned the second driver had left the scene.

With the help of witnesses, officers located the second vehicle a short time later as it pulled into a residence in the 1000 block of Wellington Avenue. The driver was taken into custody for failing to remain at the scene. While speaking with her, officers detected a strong odour of alcohol and other signs of impairment. She was transported to police headquarters, where she failed a breath test.

No physical injuries were reported as a result of the collision.

Carol O’Keefe, 39, is charged with:

  • Impaired operation of a conveyance with a blood alcohol concentration exceeding the legal limit
  • Failure to remain at the scene of a collision
  • Careless driving

If you or someone you know has been affected by this incident and are in need of support, please contact Victim Services of Windsor and Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Windsor Police Service Victim Assistance Unit at 519-255-6700 ext. 4879.

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Jacob Jubinville Wanted By Police – Fraud, Breach, Etc.

Warrant issued for man accused of using counterfeit cash, fleeing from police

An arrest warrant has been issued for a 27-year-old man who allegedly used counterfeit cash to make $700 in fraudulent purchases at local stores and then fled from police officers. 

On May 11, 2025, a male suspect entered a department store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Road East and used counterfeit $100 bills to purchase multiple items. The following day, the same individual attempted to use counterfeit money to pay for merchandise at a business in the 400 block of Sandwich Street South in Amherstburg. However, a store employee discovered the bills were fake and confronted the suspect, who fled to a nearby black Mercedes and left the scene. 

Officers with the Windsor Police’s Amherstburg Detachment located the suspect’s vehicle a short time later. Upon seeing the police cruiser, the suspect accelerated rapidly and drove through a red traffic light in a highly populated area. Officers discontinued the pursuit out of concern for public safety.

The Windsor Police Financial Crimes Unit investigated and identified the suspect as Jacob Jubinville. He is described as a white male, approximately 6’ tall, 160 lbs, with a medium build, wavy brown hair, a full beard, blue eyes, and multiple tattoos, including two on his face. An arrest warrant has been issued for Jubinville on the following charges:

· Fraud under $5,000 (x 2)

· Possession of counterfeit money (x 2)

· Uttering counterfeit money (x 2)

· Obtaining by false pretences under $5,000

· Possession of property obtained by crime

· Failure to stop for police

· Dangerous driving

· Failure to comply with a release order (x 2)

Anyone with information on this investigation or Jubinville’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Windsor Police Financial Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4330. Alternatively, anonymous tips can be submitted to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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Pedestrian Dead – One Arrested & Facing Firearms Charges

Case #: 25-22641
Driver arrested after fatal collision with pedestrian

The Windsor Police Service has arrested a 28-year-old woman following a fatal motor vehicle collision that killed a pedestrian.

Shortly before 7 p.m. on March 8, 2025, police were dispatched to the 4700 block of Tecumseh Road East following a report of a motor vehicle collision. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a rental moving truck drove onto the sidewalk, struck a pedestrian, and crashed into a commercial building.

The pedestrian, a 27-year-old woman, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The area was closed for several hours while members of the Windsor Police Collision Reconstruction and Forensic Identification Units processed the scene. During a search of the rental truck, officers located and seized a loaded firearm.

The driver was arrested and will face the following charges:

  • Possession of a loaded firearm
  • Possession of a firearm with an altered serial number
  • Possession of a firearm with no licence
  • Occupying a motor vehicle with a firearm
  • Occupying a motor vehicle with a prohibited device
  • Possession of a prohibited device
  • Careless storage of a firearm

The investigation is ongoing and additional charges are anticipated. 

Anyone who witnessed the collision, or has information or video footage of the incident, is asked to contact the Windsor Police Service Traffic Enforcement Unit at 519-945-9645 ext. 223. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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Man facing assault charges arrested for violating bail conditions twice in six weeks

Case #: 25-18975
Man facing assault charges arrested for violating bail conditions twice in six weeks

The Windsor Police Service has arrested a 33-year-old man for violating his bail conditions for the second time in six weeks.

In November 2024, Shayne Ellis was granted bail from a Hamilton court while facing charges of assault with a weapon, possession of property under $5,000, and failure to comply with a release order (x 2). His release conditions included house arrest in Windsor with electronic monitoring, and prohibition from driving due to his status as a suspended driver.

On January 27, 2025, bail compliance officers arrested Ellis for breaching his conditions. He was subsequently released under the same conditions.

Another investigation was launched on February 27, 2025 after police received information that Ellis had breached his conditions once again.

On March 4, 2025, bail compliance officers, alongside the OPP-led Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad, located and arrested Ellis at a residence in the 5500 block of Clarence Dr. He has been charged with failure to comply with a release order and driving while under suspension.

Additionally, officers arrested Ellis’s surety, 31-year-old Olivia Avery Drouillard, charging her with one count of facilitating a breach of a release order. A surety is an individual who agrees to supervise an accused person while they are out on bail and ensure compliance with their release conditions.

The bail compliance officers are part of the Offender Management Unit, a partnership between the Windsor and LaSalle Police Services to supervise high-risk individuals placed under house arrest, curfew, or electronic monitoring. The Offender Management Unit is supported through a grant from the Government of Ontario, as part of the provincial government’s strategy to strengthen Ontario’s bail system.

To report an individual who isn’t complying with their release conditions, please contact Windsor Police at 519-255-6700. You can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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Wanted By Police: Austin Ryall

Police seek stabbing suspect

The Windsor Police Service has issued an arrest warrant for a 25-year-old man following a stabbing downtown.  

Shortly before 1 a.m. on March 1, 2025, police responded to a report of a stabbing in the 500 block of Ouellette Avenue. Officers arrived on scene and located a 22-year-old male suffering from stab wounds. The victim was transported to hospital, where he remains in stable condition.  

Investigators determined that a verbal altercation between the victim and the suspect began inside a nightclub. The dispute escalated into a physical confrontation, during which the suspect produced a knife and stabbed the victim before fleeing the scene.  

Investigators have since identified the suspect as Austin Ryall and issued a warrant for his arrest on charges of aggravated assault and assault with a weapon.  

Ryall is described as a white male, approximately 5’10” tall, with a large build, brown hair, blue eyes, and a light complexion.  

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.  

If you or someone you know is an affected person in need of support, please call Victim Services Windsor Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Victim Assistance Unit at Windsor Police at 519-255-6700, ext. 4879.