Tag: Area OPP

(CHATSWORTH, ON) – Over the past month and half, Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have responded to an increased amount of calls involving building materials and tools stolen from building sites across both, Grey and Bruce Counties.

On April 20, 2020 at 8:00 a.m. OPP officers received a report of a theft from a construction trailer at a house under construction at Concession 4, Chatsworth. Culprits forced entry to the trailer during the night of Sunday, April 19th and early morning Monday, April 20th. Several tools related to masonry work were taken such as; two gas powered cut off saws (Husqvarna & Stihl), Bostitch air nailer, Dewalt impact drill, Milwaukee hammer/impact drill and several hand tools.

On April 16, 2020 at 7:35 a.m. OPP officers were dispatched to a theft of multiple sheets of plywood and other wood products from a construction site at Lakeshore Boulevard North, South Bruce Peninsula. Sometime between the evening of Apr 15th and the morning of April 16th, unknown suspect(s) attended the cottage under construction and stole the wood products.

On April 15, 2020 at 9:17 a.m. OPP officers were dispatched to a theft of tools and construction material from a sea container at Werry Avenue, Dundalk in the Township of Southgate. The unknown suspect(s) cut the lock off to gain entry to the container. Three Stihl concrete saws were stolen.

On April 6, 2020 at 3:22 p.m. OPP officers were dispatched to a job site at Highway 6&10 in Georgian Bluffs. An assortment of hand tools were stolen and a van parked at the site was entered as well. No suspect(s) at this time.

On March 28, 2020 at 9:23 a.m. OPP officers responded to a report of a break and enter into a construction site trailer at Princess Street in Shallow Lake. Numerous power tools were stolen from the trailer. The theft occurred sometime between, March 27 at 2:30 p.m. and March 28, 2020 at 8:00 a.m. by unknown suspect(s).

On March 23, 2020 at 8:48 a.m. OPP officers were dispatched to a break and enter at a building site of a new home at Goderich Point Loop in Northern Bruce Peninsula. The break-in occurred between the morning of March 21st and the morning of March 23rd. Unknown suspect(s) stole numerous tools and building supplies.

Grey Bruce OPP is asking for assistance from the public in identifying the person(s) involved in these criminal actions.

Anyone with information that can assist with these investigations, 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 $2,000.

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On September 18, 2019 the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Unit received a fraud report that occurred at a business on Wellington Road 19 in the Township of Centre Wellington.

Police investigation revealed that the fraud occurred over a period of several months in 2019.

As a result Michael KENNEDY, 42-years-old of Niagara Falls has been charged with Fraud Over $5000 X2, Falsification Books and Documents – Fraudulent Intent and Use, Acts, Deals on Forged Document contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on July 28, 2020 to answer to the charges.

(CITY OF GUELPH, ON) – On April 27, 2020, at approximately 10:00 p.m., a Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer was monitoring traffic and conducting radar on Highway 6 near Laird Road in the City of Guelph. The officer observed a black sedan travelling northbound at a speed that appeared to be well above the posted 80 km/h speed limit. The vehicle was locked on radar in excess of 140 km/h.

Christian Dante ANTONACCI, 18-years-old of Whitby has been charged with Racing a Motor Vehicle contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. The defendant is scheduled to appear in Guelph at the Ontario Court of Justice – Provincial Offences Court on July 15, 2020. Their vehicle and driver’s licence were seized for a period of seven days as per statute.

(SAUGEEN FIRST NATION, ON) – On April 24, 2020 at 4:26 p.m. Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) learned that a wanted person was at Mason Drive, Saugeen First Nation. OPP officers attended the area and observed the wanted person and following a brief foot chase the suspect was arrested and transported to Grey Bruce OPP Detachment in Wiarton.

On October 25, 2019 OPP officers investigated an assault occurrence on Saugeen First Nation and formed reasonable and probable grounds against the arrested suspect. A warrant was put out for their arrest following the investigation in October 2019.

Grey Bruce OPP have charged 37 year old, Joshua Misquadis from Kitchener with the following offences,

Assault, section 266 Criminal Code of Canada (CC)

3 counts of Fail to Comply with Probation Order, section 733.1(1) CC

Fail to Comply with Recognizance, section 145(3) CC

The accused was held for a bail hearing on April 25, 2020.

Anyone with information that can assist Grey Bruce OPP with this investigation, 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 $2,000.

(BLUEWATER, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Municipality of Bluewater resident with domestic assault charges following an investigation conducted by police over the weekend.

On Saturday, April 25, 2020 at approximately 6:35 p.m. Huron OPP members responded to a heated domestic dispute taking place at a residence in Hensall. Upon arrival police met with an injured party. Police learned the injured party sustained a minor injury after being struck in the head with object by the accused.

The subsequent police investigation resulted in police arresting and charging the accused, a 38-year-old resident of Bluewater. The accused has been charged with Assault with a Weapon and Assault. The accused has since been released from custody.

Victims of sexual assault/domestic violence are not alone. If you need support or know someone that does, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Huron County at 519-600-4108.

If you are in an immediate crisis, dial 9-1-1.

(GODERICH) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Goderich resident with Assault Causing Bodily Harm stemming from a disturbance that took place in Goderich late last night.

On Tuesday, April 28, 2020 Huron OPP members responded to a residence on Park Street after receiving a call from a victim that reported he had just been assaulted by his landlord.

Police and paramedics arrived on scene at approximately 10:30 p.m. and met with the injured victim. The subsequent investigation revealed the landlord and victim had been involved in a dispute that turned physical.

Investigators learned the victim was assaulted by the accused and as a result the victim sustained non-life threatening injuries. The victim was assessed by EMS at the scene and the accused was arrested by police.

Kyle SISK, 49 years of age from Goderich has been charged with Assault Causing Bodily Harm. He has since been released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for July 13, 2020 at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On April 25, 2020 at approximately 2:35 a.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded along with Centre Wellington Fire to a report of a structure fire at the Highland Pines Campground located on the Fifth Line in Centre Wellington Township. A witness reported hearing explosions and seeing large flames coming from the campground.

Crews extinguished the fire and determined that the property damage consisted of a shed, excavator, loader, dump truck and bulldozer, totaling approximately $150,000 in damages.

The Office of the Fire Marshal was contacted and attended the scene.

No one was physically injured as a result of the fire.

The Wellington County OPP Crime Unit along with uniform officers and the OPP Forensic Identification Services conducted a thorough investigation and as a result Michael KENNEDY, 42-years-old of Niagara Falls has been charged with Arson, Trespassing at Night, Fail to Comply with Conditions of an Undertaking and Fail to Comply with Probation Order contrary to the Criminal Code.

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

The accused is a former employee of the business.

(MIDDLESEX, ON) – On April 28, 2020 at 13:52 p.m. members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a vehicle stop on Sharon Dr. located in the Municipality of Middlesex Centre, for a traffic related offence. Police soon learned that the driver’s licence was suspended and the vehicle contained a quaintly of controlled substances. The driver and three occupants were placed under arrest at the scene and transported to the OPP detachment.

As a result of an investigation police have charged the driver Ronald CHRISJOHN -age 36- of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, ON, with:

CDSA 4(1) Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

CDSA 4(1) Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine

CDSA 4(1) Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Other Drugs

HTA 53(1) Driving while under suspension

HTA 128 Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit

Police have also charged the vehicle occupants Bobbi Lynn DOXTATOR -age 30- of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, ON. , Hubert LEBARRIE -age 59- of London ON. and Nathan LESLIE -age 19- of London ON, with:

CDSA 4(1) Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

CDSA 4(1) Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine

CDSA 4(1) Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Other Drugs

Bobbi Lynn DOXTATOR has also been charged with one count of:

CC 145(5)(a) Failure to comply with release order.

All accused parties have been released from police custody and are scheduled to appear in a London court room on July 17, 2020 to speak to the charges.

The Middlesex County OPP wants to remind the public that even during this most difficult time of the COVID19 pandemic, our dedicated members are working 24/7 to ensure that our communities are safe and secure. Our officers are committed to using all of their skills, training and equipment to bring incidents such as this to a safe resolution and to ensure we protect the lives and property of those living within this great community.

We want to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately. The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000

(MIDDLESEX, ON) – On Monday April 27, 2020 at approximately 11:54 a.m. members of the London Highway Safety Division (HSD) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting Lidar enforcement at Elgin Road when they located a motor vehicle travelling in excess of 140 km/h on Highway 401.

The vehicle was stopped and the officer determined that the driver had been drinking, a roadside screening test was conducted and the driver was placed under arrest. The accused was transported to the London OPP detachment for further tests.

As a result of an investigation police have charged Danny SCHUYLER -age 62- of London, Ontario with:

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus), contrary to section 320.14(1)(b) of the Criminal Code (CC)

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in a London court room on June 11, 2020 to speak to the charges.

If you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

(WEST PERTH, ON) – A 22-year old Goderich resident is facing charges after a traffic stop in West Perth.

At approximately 7:00 p.m. on April 27 2020, a Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer was patrolling Perth Road 180, in the Municipality of West Perth, when a vehicle was observed to be speeding. The vehicle was found to be travelling in excess of 135km/h in a posted 80km/h zone.

During the investigation, it was discovered that the driver’s licence was suspended.

As a result, Autumn Lynne HUDSON, 22, of Goderich, is charged with:

Race a motor vehicle – excessive speed

Driving while under suspension

An additional seven day driving suspension was initiated as per statute. The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford at a later date to answer to the charges.

Anyone who witnesses dangerous driving behaviour 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 http://hc-cs.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(PERTH EAST, ON) – A citizen who thought they were helping someone in need has realized that they were the victim of a scam.

The victim was driving on Perth Line 26, in the Township of Perth East, around 3:00 p.m. on April 27 2020, when they were flagged down by another motorist. The male suspect claimed he needed money for gas, and offered to sell a gold ring for money. The victim gave the suspect $20.

Police received numerous calls about the same suspect and vehicle in that area, and the OPP investigation has revealed that this was in fact a scam, and the gold ring was fake.

The OPP is urging the public to be cautious when dealing with someone who they don’t know, and report suspicious activity immediately. For more information on fraud, call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or visit http://www.antifraudcentre.ca.

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 http://hc-cs.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently investigating a break-in to a seasonal home located north of Goderich on Runway Line.

Investigators were called to the cottage property yesterday morning after workers checked on the property and found signs that someone had been living inside. Blankets had been put up over the windows, items were left out of place and drug paraphernalia was left behind.

Investigators believe the cottage was entered sometime between 12:00 noon on April 23, 2020 and 9:30 a.m. on April 27, 2020.

At this point in time it is unknown whether any property was stolen.

Any person with information regarding this incident should immediately contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 524-8314.

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

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a North Huron resident with driving related charges following a traffic stop that took place yesterday morning.

On Monday, April 27, 2020 at approximately 10:00 a.m. a Huron OPP officer was patrolling around Belfast when the officer spotted a suspected suspended driver operating a cross-over utility vehicle.

A traffic stop was completed and upon checking on the licence status of the driver police learned the driver was prohibited from driving due to Criminal Code convictions, as well the driver was currently suspended. As such the driver was arrested and taken into custody.

Shannon HUNTER, 37 years of age, from North Huron has been charged with Operation While Prohibited and Driving While Under Suspension. She has since been released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for July 6, 2020 at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

(GODERICH) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating several break-ins that have recently taken place at a trailer park and marina located in Goderich on North Harbour Road.

Huron OPP has learned at least 11 trailers/sheds were broken into over the last few weeks. A full inventory of the stolen property has yet to be established.

Huron OPP is urging all vacation property owners to ensure that all valuable items are removed from the premises. Small appliances, electronics and alcohol are often targeted by thieves as they are easy to steal and equally easy to sell for cash and drugs. Cottages, trailers and other out-buildings should be properly locked at all times.

Property owners are encouraged to have someone check their vacation property on a frequent basis during the off-season” to ensure everything is secure. This tried and tested method is the best deterrent against crime.

Huron OPP also continues to appeal to persons living in and around trailer parks and/or cottages to report any and all suspicious activity to police when it happens.

Any person with information regarding this incident should immediately contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 524-8314.

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(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On April 26, 2020 at approximately 9:30 a.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of mischief and vehicle thefts that occurred at the Reliable Ford Dealership located on Tower Street South in Fergus on April 25 and April 26, 2020.

Investigation revealed that nine high-end 2020 Ford F150’s, F250’s and F350’s pick-up trucks were stolen worth an approximate value of $700,000. An additional eight vehicles were damaged due to attempted thefts totalling approximately $80,000. The damage occurred when the suspect/s attempted to remove the front driver’s/passenger side door handles.

Numerous licence plates were also stolen off of vehicles that were parked in the parking lot.

Surveillance footage indicates that the vehicles were last seen travelling southbound on Highway 6 away from the dealership.

It is believed the suspects have extensive knowledge of vehicle anti-theft devices and have the means to obtain numerous vehicles at one time, in one event.

Any person with information on this incident is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at csgw.tips .You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.