Tag: Animal Cruelty

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Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Police Press Releases

Dog Shot – Ralph BOAKE Arrested

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TOWNSHIP, ON)- The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested an individual after a report of a dog being shot.

On Sunday August 10, 2025, just prior to 11:00am, members of the OPP Peterborough County Detachment received a report of a family dog being shot by the complainant’s neighbour. Officers spoke with the complainant who advised they heard gunshots and then two of their three dogs came running home. Peterborough County OPP officers attended and after speaking with all parties, one individual was arrested.

Ralph BOAKE (age 67) of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Township, ON., was arrested and charged with:

  • Killing or injuring animals

The accused is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on September 16, 2025.

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Peel Regional Police Police Press Releases

Van Puppies Rescued – 49 Year Old Arrested


Region of Peel – Investigators from the 11 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau have charged a Mississauga man following an investigation into allegations of animal cruelty.

On Feb. 9, 2025, police received information of a possible puppy mill operating out of a business near Dundas Street West and Mavis Road in Mississauga.

On Feb. 10, officers attended the business to investigate the matter and discovered five puppies caged in a vehicle inside a garage. Inside the van, the puppies were living in abysmal conditions with urine and feces throughout and no suitable food or water.

49-year-old Ersin Misirlisoy of Mississauga has been arrested and charged with Causing Unnecessary Suffering To Animals contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada. He is to attend court at a later date to answer to the charge.

Police confirmed that no other animals are outstanding. The puppies are now in the care and custody of the Mississauga animal shelter, where they will remain pending judicial outcome.

Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact investigators with the 11 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at (905) 453–2121, ext. 1133. 

Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.

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Police Press Releases WFP York Regional Police

1/2 Dozen Caged Puppies Rescued After Being Left On Roadside

York Regional Police is seeking witnesses after six puppies were left abandoned at the side of the road in the Township of King.

On Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 2:27 p.m., police were called to the area of Weston Road and 15th Sideroad for a report of an animal complaint. When police arrived, it was learned that a passerby had located six puppies in a wire cage at the side of the road.

The puppies, described as being similar to a Husky breed, did not appear to be in distress and had no visible injuries.

The puppies were taken into the care of Animal Services where they will be receiving the necessary care and attention. The puppies are not yet ready for adoption.

This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police #1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7141, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com.

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

One Dead During Violent Break & Enter – Suspects At Large

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – On March 13, 2024, at approximately 11:10 a.m., the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of animal cruelty at a Haldimand Road 20, Fisherville address.

The investigation determined that two unknown people attended the property between 3:00 a.m. – 3:30 a.m. that morning and caused damage to a fence to gain access to a closed animal pen.

Once inside, an emu was injured by an unknown means, causing death to the animal and the two unknown individuals fled the area.

Video surveillance is being reviewed in hopes to identify the persons responsible.

Causing unnecessary suffering to an animal is a criminal offence that carries a penalty of up to 5 years in jail upon conviction.

Anyone with information that can assist with the investigation is asked to contact the Haldimand OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can 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 $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Russell

OPP Taser & Then Kill Dog – Claim It Was Aggressive

(Russell, ON) – The Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has had to put down a dangerous and aggressive dog in Embrun.

Officers were called to Notre Dame Street, in the Lapointe Boulevard area, around 11:30 this morning when a man was reported to be walking around, armed with a large knife and behaving threateningly.

Officers arrested the individual without incident, but the man’s dog was in the area acting aggressively, attacking people, including an OPP member, as well as other dogs and animals.

Officers attempted to utilize other means to subdue the dog, including a Conducted Energy Weapon. Out of concern for public and officer safety an officer made the decision to utilize their firearm to put the dog down.

The OPP makes every effort to find an alternative, but if an animal must be dispatched the officer will act quickly and cause a minimum of pain and trauma to the affected animal.

No serious injuries were reported by individuals in the area.

The incident remains under investigation.