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Fatal Fire

The Windsor Police Arson Unit has launched an investigation following a fatal apartment fire in the city’s west end.

At approximately 7 a.m. on December 30, 2024, officers responded to an active fire at a ground-floor apartment in the 3000 block of Sandwich Street. Windsor Fire & Rescue Services were also dispatched and successfully extinguished the blaze.

A 71-year-old woman found inside was transported to hospital, where she was later pronounced deceased.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call the Windsor Police Arson Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4330. 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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$45,000 Drug Bust – Names Released

An investigation by the Windsor Police Service has led to the arrest of two suspects and the seizure over $45,000 in cash and drugs from a downtown residence. 

On December 19, 2024, officers from the Windsor Police Drugs and Guns Enforcement Unit (DIGS) obtained a search warrant for a residence in the 500 block of Pelissier Street where trafficking was suspected to occur. Shortly after 12 p.m., with assistance from the Emergency Services Unit (ESU), officers entered the residence to execute the warrant.

Upon entry, officers arrested a 37-year-old female on suspicion of trafficking. Bail compliance officers also arrested a 42-year-old male for violating his release conditions (following prior charges of trafficking and aggravated assault).

Following the arrests, officers conducted a search of the residence. The search returned 429 grams of cocaine, 0.3 grams of crack cocaine, 12 tablets of 5mg oxycodone, and three tablets of 40mg oxycodone. The total value of drugs seized in the operation was $43,090.

The search also returned $5,090 in Canadian currency, two cellphones, a digital scale, and 87 Crown Royal bottles (which were reported stolen out of Tecumseh). 

Amie Lynn Brouillard has been charged with:

• Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, namely cocaine
• Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, namely oxycodone
• Possession of a schedule I substance, namely crack cocaine
• Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
• Failure to comply with a release order

Mitchell Antonio Larocque has been charged with failure to comply with a release order. 

“We executed this warrant in the heart of downtown, near the 920 Ouellette apartment complex and Glengarry neighbourhood,” said Windsor Police Inspector Dave DeLuca, who oversees the DIGS Unit. “Our officers and community partners are working together on dedicated initiatives to serve these downtown areas, and I am pleased to see these dangerous drugs taken off our streets.”

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Windsor Police Service DIGS Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4361. 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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Shots Fired

Case #: 24-151726

Police investigating shots-fired incident in East Windsor

The Windsor Police Service is investigating after multiple shots were fired at a residence in East Windsor.

On December 16, 2024, just before 4:00 a.m., surveillance video captured a suspect on a black pocket bike approaching a residence in the 2000 block of Jefferson Blvd. and firing multiple shots into the home. The suspect then fled westbound on Empress St.

No physical injuries were reported as a result of this incident. A preliminary investigation has determined that this was a targeted shooting.

Members of the Major Crimes Unit are asking residents and businesses in the area to check any surveillance or dashcam footage for potential video evidence, particularly between 3:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. on December 16.

Anyone who can identify the suspect or has any information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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Two Arrested For Bail Violations – Names Relased

The Windsor Police Service has arrested two drug trafficking suspects for violating their bail conditions.

In February 2024, Ryan Lawrence Langlois was granted bail on multiple charges, including possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking (x 3). Langlois was placed on house arrest and electronic monitoring.

In November 2024, Sabrina Kathleen Klippenstein was granted bail on multiple charges, including possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking (x 2). Klippenstein was placed on house arrest at a residence in Tilbury.

Bail compliance officers investigated and found Langlois had breached the conditions of his release order and removed his GPS monitor. On December 13, 2024, police located and arrested Langlois at a residence in the 400 block of Glengarry Avenue.

He has been charged with failure to comply with a release order (x 2), as well as mischief under $5,000.

During the arrest of Langlois, officers located Klippenstein in the residence and found her to be in violation of her house arrest conditions. Klippenstein was subsequently charged with failing to comply with a release order.

The bail compliance officers are part of the Offender Management Unit, a partnership between the Windsor and LaSalle Police Services launched in March 2024. This team supervises high-risk individuals placed under house arrest, curfew, or electronic monitoring – and ensures that those who breach their judicial release orders are held accountable.  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.

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$40,000 Drug Bust

An investigation by the Windsor Police Service has led to the arrest of three suspects and the seizure over $40,000 in cash and drugs.

On December 13, 2024, officers from the Windsor Police Drugs and Guns Enforcement Unit (DIGS) obtained a search warrant for a residence in the 300 block of Glengarry Avenue where trafficking was suspected to occur. Shortly after 2 p.m., with assistance from the Emergency Services Unit (ESU), officers entered the residence to execute the warrant.

Upon entry, officers arrested a 34-year-old male, 27-year-old male, and 24-year-old female suspected of trafficking.

Following the arrest, officers conducted a search of the residence. The search returned 122.5 grams of fentanyl, 15.4 grams of cocaine, 36.1 grams of crack cocaine, and 34.4 grams of crystal methamphetamine. The total value of drugs seized in the operation was $37,839.

Officers also seized a set of brass knuckles, four cellphones, four digital scales, packaging materials, and $3,340 in Canadian currency.

Velman Santos, 34, Sunday Atahir, 27, and Mary Atahir, 24, have each been charged with:

• Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, namely fentanyl
• Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, namely cocaine
• Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, namely crack cocaine
• Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, namely crystal methamphetamine 

Santos has also been charged with possession of a prohibited weapon (x 6), disobeying a lawful order, and failure to comply with a probation order.

Sunday Atahir has also been charged with failure to comply with a release order.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Windsor Police Service DIGS Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4361. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.k

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Pedestrian succumbs to injuries following motor vehicle collision

The Windsor Police Service is investigating the circumstances surrounding a motor vehicle collision in which a pedestrian died from their injuries.

Shortly after 1 p.m. on December 14, 2024, officers were dispatched to the intersection of Lauzon Parkway and Forest Glade Drive following a report of a motor vehicle collision. Through investigation, officers learned that a vehicle travelling eastbound on Forest Glade Drive struck a pedestrian attempting to cross the street.

The 43-year-old pedestrian was taken to hospital where she was pronounced deceased.

The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene.

This remains an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 519-945-9645. 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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Fatal Pedestrian Collision – John O’Donnell Arrested

On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, shortly after 10:14 AM, the Sarnia Police Service and Lambton Emergency Medical Services responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian and a pickup truck at the intersection of Christina Street and George Street in Sarnia.

Upon arrival, emergency responders determined that a 69-year-old male pedestrian from Sarnia had sustained severe injuries after being struck by the pickup truck. Tragically, the victim later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.

The Sarnia Police Service – Traffic Services Unit conducted a comprehensive investigation into the incident. As a result, John O’Donnell (47) of Plympton Township has been charged with Careless Driving Causing Death under the Highway Traffic Act. Mr. O’Donnell has been issued a Provincial Offences Summons and is scheduled to appear in court to answer to the charge.

This tragic incident underscores the critical importance of road safety and its shared responsibility. The Sarnia Police Service urges all road users—both drivers and pedestrians—to exercise caution, particularly at high-risk areas such as intersections where pedestrian and vehicle interactions are frequent.