Tag: Area OPP

(LAKESHORE, ON) -On July 14, 2021, members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Unit continue the investigation into the theft of dogs from an address on Lions Club Road in the Municipality of Lakeshore. 

The property was broken into sometime during the early morning hours of the 5^th of June 2021 and seven beagles were stolen.

On July 13, 2021, a third dog was recovered in the City of Windsor.

Police continue to seek the public’s assistance in locating the four remaining beagles as there is still concern for their wellbeing. Information is that one of the female beagles was pregnant and should have given birth to a litter and there may be beagle puppies that are circulating as well. 

Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(GREY BRUCE, ON) On July 9, 2021 the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into multiple traffic related investigations after motorists were stopped for travelling in excess of posted speed limits, on roadways within Grey Bruce County. As a result of these investigations, the following individuals are facing stunt driving charges:

Masih GHARAVI, 40-years-old of North York, Ontario – stopped for travelling at over 160 km/h in a posted 80 km/h zone.

David JAJJO, 25-years-old of Woodbridge, Ontario – stopped for travelling at over 130 km/h in a posted 80 km/h zone.

Brooke ARGUETA, 25-years-old of Waterdown, Ontario – stopped for travelling at over 135 km/h in a posted 80 km/h zone

Jeremy ASHTON, 30-years-old of Beaverton, Ontario – stopped for travelling at over 130 km/h in a posted 80 km/h zone  

All accused have had their vehicles impounded for 14 days, and their drivers licence suspended for 7 days. All accused were issued a provincial summons to attend court in Owen Sound.

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are seeking witnesses after a fail to remain collision in a parking lot in the Municipality of North Perth between 4:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Friday July 9 2021.

On Monday July 12 2021, the Perth County OPP received a report of a minor collision that had occurred in the parking lot of a business on Mitchell Road South, Listowel. One adult was struck by the mirror of a vehicle while in the parking lot. The vehicle then left the scene. The victim received minor injuries as a result.

The suspect vehicle is described as a newer black Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) with tinted windows and licence plate cover. The vehicle was last observed travelling southbound.

Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. 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.P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(PERTH EAST, ON) – On Tuesday July 13 2021, just after 8:00 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Perth County Paramedic Services, and the Perth East Fire Department responded to a single vehicle collision involving an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) in the Township of Perth East.

It was determined that the driver, a 14-year-old resident of Stratford, was operating an ATV on Road 130 near Perth Line 36, when they lost control. As a result, the driver was ejected and sustained life-altering injuries. They were transported to a local hospital, and then taken to another regional trauma centre.

The road was closed for most of the night while the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team attended and assisted with the investigation.

The investigation is ongoing.

(WEST PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a young person with a number of charges, following a traffic stop in the Municipality of West Perth last weekend.

On July 09 2021, just before 9:00 a.m., a Perth County OPP officer on general patrol stopped a vehicle for speeding on Perth Line 32.

The driver, a 17-year-old resident of Stratford, has been charged with:

–       Speeding 1-49km/h over posted limit

–       Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

–       Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

–       Drive motor vehicle – no licence

–       Fail to have insurance card

The accused was issued Provincial Offence Notices for the charges.

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a young driver in the Municipality of North Perth after a complaint from the public.

Just before 1:30 a.m. on July 11 2021, police received a report of a traffic complaint in the area of Mitchell Road South, Listowel. The vehicle was located and stopped on Kincaid Street, after driving through a red light. The driver had been drinking alcohol.

The driver, a 16-year-old resident of Perth East, has been charged with:

–       Red Light – Fail to Stop

–       Novice Driver – B.A.C. above zero

–       Novice driver fail to surrender licence

–       Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualifying driver

The accused was issued Provincial Offence Notices for the charges.

All drivers who are either under the age of 22, or Novice Drivers (regardless of age), may not consume any alcohol before driving, and must have a blood alcohol concentration (B.A.C.) of zero.

(PERTH EAST, ON) – On July 11, 2021 shortly after 4:00 a.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a motor vehicle that had just been stolen.

Police attended a residence on Road 111 in the Township of Perth East, where an unknown person(s) took the unlocked vehicle from a rural farm property. The keys were left in the ignition at the time of the theft.

The stolen vehicle is described as a 2012 black GMC Sierra pick-up truck, with lift-kit, chrome wheels, no exhaust, a CanAm sticker in the back window, and a stainless steel tool box in the back.

The Perth County OPP would like to remind the public to report any suspicious activity immediately, and consider installing security features, such as increased lighting, cameras, or alarms. Ensure vehicles, sheds, garages, and doors are locked to prevent these crimes from happening.

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – On the evening of July 9, 2021, the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a break, enter and theft to a residence that had just occurred on Barnett Street, in the Municipality of North Perth. Unknown suspect(s) entered the garage and stole an air compressor.

The investigation is currently on-going at this time, and residents in the area are encouraged to check for surveillance footage between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm on July 9.

The public is asked to report suspicious activity immediately. Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. 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.P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – On June 30, 2021 just after 10:30 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an individual displaying a firearm and making threats in Listowel. An investigation was initiated by the Perth County Crime Unit.

Garrett ANJEMA, a 42-year-old resident of Listowel was arrested and charged with:

–       Pointing a Firearm

–       Possession of a Firearm for Dangerous Purpose

–       Possession of Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order

–       Uttering Threats- Cause Death or Bodily Harm

The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing.

This was an isolated incident and no injuries resulted.

(Municipality of Bayham, ON) – Elgin County OPP along with the OPP’s Forensic Identification Unit and the Office of the Fire Marshall is currently investigating a fire incident at an exterior fire pit of a residence, two adults and three children were injured with serious or life threatening injuries. The incident occurred on the 12th of July, 2021 at approximately 6:50pm at a Vienna Line, Municipality of Bayham residence.

Police, Bayham Fire and EMS all responded to the scene where EMS transported a 33 year old male and a 28 year old female to hospital with serious injuries. A seven year old female, a four year old male and a one year old female were also transported to hospital with life threatening injuries. All five people were related and residents of that address.

Police along with Office of the Fire Marshall remain on scene continuing to investigate.

Anyone with information, who hasn’t already spoken to police regarding this incident, is asked to contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- 8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(WEST PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals with a criminal offence after they were observed in a previously reported stolen vehicle.

On May 27, 2021, police were alerted to a motor vehicle, which had previously been reported stolen, at a business in Mitchell. Images were captured of the individuals with the vehicle and they have since been identified, arrested and charged.

Kiya DIETRICH, a 20-year-old of Stratford, has been charged with:

–       Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000

Skyler MCGRAW, a 19-year-old of Stratford, has been charged with:

–       Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000

The accused were both released from custody and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford at a later date to answer to the charges.

The public is asked to report suspicious activity immediately. Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. 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.P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(CARRICK TOWNSHIP, ON) – South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continues to investigate a fail to remain single motor crash that took place yesterday morning near Mildmay. 

At approximately 8:25 a.m. South Bruce OPP members responded to the crash scene located on Highway 9 between Side Road 35 & Side Road 40. Upon arrival officers observed a heavily damaged black pickup truck that had collided with a hydro pole in the south ditch.

A witness reported a male occupant from the vehicle was observed running from the scene heading southbound along Highway 9. 

West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Canine attended the scene to assist with the search for the suspect however he was not located. 

The suspect is described as a being a white male, around 30 years of age, with a slim build and wearing a black jacket. 

Police closed a section of Highway 9 between Mildmay and Grey County Road 10 for the investigation however it has since re-opened.  

If you have any information about this incident please contact South Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122.  

(WEST PERTH, ON) – Two people were arrested after a break and enter to an address on Coulton Drive in Mitchell.

The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was contacted on July 1, 2021, shortly after 2:30 p.m., after there was activity observed in a recently vacated residence. Police attended the residence and two people were arrested.

 Brandon KOSS, 34, of Stratford, has been charged with:

–       Unlawfully in a Dwelling House

–       Failure to Comply with Release Order

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

Garrett KOSS, 30, of no fixed address, has been charged with:

–        Unlawfully in a Dwelling House

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford at a later date to answer to the charge.

The Perth County OPP would like to remind the public to report any suspicious activity to police immediately, and consider installing security features, such as increased lighting, cameras, or alarms. Citizens are asked to ensure vehicles, sheds, garages and doors are locked to assist in the prevention of some crimes.

(PERTH EAST, ON) – One person is facing charges in the Township of Perth East following an incident in the evening of July 7, 2021.

Just after 7:00 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a threats incident. An investigation was completed and as a result one person was charged. There were no injuries from this incident.

Nicole BAKER, a 36-year-old resident of Perth East was arrested and charged with:

–       Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm

–       Assault with a Weapon

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford at a later date to answer to the charge.

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers are investigating the recent theft of a trailer stolen from a parking lot in Goderich.

Investigators have since determined the trailer was taken from a parking lot located on Maitland Road South in Goderich sometime between 5:00 p.m. on July 5, 2021 and 9:00 a.m. on July 6, 2021.

The stolen trailer is described as a silver, 2008 model STRT 20 foot tilt & load style car trailer. The estimated value of the stolen trailer is approximately $12,000.

If you have any information about this incident please contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677.