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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Circle K Armed Robbery – Matthew Black

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested one individual in relation to the armed robbery in Huntsville.

On Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at approximately 1:55 a.m., Huntsville OPP responded to a report of a robbery at the Circle K convenience store on Main Street in the Town of Huntsville. The suspect entered the store and demanded the employee empty the register into a plastic bag while brandishing a hunting style knife from his pant pocket. 

As a result of the investigation, the OPP has arrested and charged Matthew Black, 25, of the Town of Huntsville with:

·      Armed Robbery

·      Assault with a Weapon

·      Disguise with Intent

The accused was arrested on August 26th, 2025, and was held to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice.  

The Huntsville OPP would like to thank the public with their assistance with this investigation.

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Bayham OPP Police Press Releases

Armed Robbery – Agatha HIEBERT Arrested

(BAYHAM, ON) – Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a person from Malahide Township with two criminal offences following a robbery in Bayham.

On July 7, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., members of the Elgin OPP responded to a report of a theft in progress at a Heritage Line address in Bayham.

When the suspect was confronted by the victim, they brandished an edged weapon. Police located the accused at an address in the hamlet of Orwell and they were arrested without incident.

Agatha HIEBERT, 40-years-old, of Malahide Township, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Armed Robbery
  • Possession of a schedule 1 Substance – Cocaine

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Elgin on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

There is no threat to public safety.

If you have any information regarding this incident, please call Elgin OPP at 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 $2000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tecumseh

Armed Robbery – Luke LACHANCE Arrested

(TECUMSEH, ON)- The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex County Crime Unit has identified and arrested an individual in relation to two robberies That occurred in Tecumseh.

On Sunday May 4, 2025, at approximately 11:38 p.m., a male armed with a knife a wearing a black mask which fully covered his face entered a store in the 12000 block of Tecumseh Road in the Town of Tecumseh. The male demanded cash and cigarettes then fled the store with an unknown quantity of cash and five packages of cigarettes.

On Sunday May 5, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m., a male armed with a knife a wearing a black mask which fully covered his face entered a store in the 3000 block of Manning Road in the Town of Tecumseh. The male demanded cash and cigarettes then fled the store with an unknown quantity of cash and five packages of cigarettes.

There were no injuries in either incident.

As a result of the investigation, on June 6, 2025, Luke LACHANCE, 37 years-of-age of Windsor was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Robbery with Weapon (Two Counts)

·        Disguise with Intent (Two Counts)

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The OPP is asking anyone with information on this or any other investigation to contact Essex County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 

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

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Armed Robbery – Suspects At Large

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On May 22, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a reported robbery at a LCBO store on Parkside Drive, Fergus. It was reported that two suspects had entered the business and stole an undisclosed amount of alcohol.  During the robbery, one of the suspects brandished a weapon before fleeing. The suspects were last observed entering a black Nissan Rogue which fled northbound on Highway 6.

There were no reported injuries.

The first suspect is described as, male, dark complexion, approximately 20-30 years-old, thin build, approximately 5’5”, 120 lbs, brown eyes, black hair, black facial hair.

Clothing: GAP Athletics brown hoodie with the hood up, grey athletic track pants with white stripes down the sides and white and black

running shoes, black baseball cap worn with the brim forward, and a white medical mask.

The second suspect is described as, male, dark complexion, approximately 20 to 30 years-old, thin build, approximately 5’5”, 120 lbs, brown eyes, black hair, beard

Clothing Description: brown Balenciaga hoodie with the hood down, grey athletic pants with a red logo on the left thigh and Nike air on leg near the ankle, black baseball cap with a grey logo on backwards, blue athletic shoes with gum-coloured soles, black backpack with red camo straps.

Anyone with any information about this occurrence 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 www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Teens Arrested Following Armed Robbery

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police have arrested and charged three individuals following an armed robbery in Alliston.

On May 16, 2025, shortly after 5:00 p.m., the Nottawasaga OPP responded to a retail establishment on Young Street in the Town of New Tecumseth, advising that they had just been robbed by five individuals brandishing a firearm. No injuries were sustained as a result of the incident. The suspects fled prior to officers’ arrival.

Officers arrived and were provided descriptions of the individuals as well as the vehicle they were using. Electronics were taken valued at nearly $30,000 and an employee Louis Vuitton purse.

A short time later, officers located a vehicle matching the description and were able to safely bring it to a stop in Toronto. Three of the five suspects were placed under arrest and turned over to the Nottawasaga OPP. Two replica firearms were also seized.

Jahshai COOPER, 18, of Brampton, was charged with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • Robbery with Weapon
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Disguise with Intent
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence

The second accused, a 15-year-old of Brampton, was charged with:

  • Disguise with Intent
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada
  • Robbery with Weapon
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence
  • Failure to comply with undertaking

The third accused, a 17-year-old of Mississauga, charged with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada
  • Robbery with Weapon
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence

All three accused are being held for Bail. Due to the age of two accused parties, their names will not be released as per the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

Two suspects remain outstanding in this ongoing investigation. We ask that anyone who was in the area at the time and who may have dashcam video or any sort of surveillance video, to please contact the Nottawasaga OPP Crime Unit at 1-888-310-1122. If you have information that may assist in this investigation but wish to remain anonymous, you may submit your tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca. Report # (E250619268)

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Nottawasaga OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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OPP Otonabee-South Monaghan Police Press Releases

Armed Robbery – Teenagers Arrested

(OTONABEE-SOUTH MONAGHAN TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call from a financial institute in Keene advising that they had been robbed.

On Wednesday May 7, 2025, just prior to 5:00pm, the Peterborough County OPP received a call from a financial institute in Keene advising that they had just been robbed by three individuals brandishing weapons. The caller advised that the individuals entered the building demanding money and left with a quantity of Canadian currency.

After the individuals left, one of the employees contacted the OPP. No one was injured.

Officers arrived on scene and were provided descriptions of the three individuals as well as a vehicle which they left in. A short while later, officers located a vehicle matching the description and were able to safely bring it to a stop. Two of the suspects were found within the vehicle and were arrested.

A 17-year-old male from Brampton, ON., has been arrested and charged with;

·      Armed Robbery

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000 – three counts

·      Disguise with Intent

The second accused, a 16-year-old from Brampton, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Armed Robbery

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000 – three counts

·      Disguise with Intent

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order

Both accused are being held for Bail. Due to the age of the accused, their names will not be released as per the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

The investigation is ongoing. We ask that anyone who was in the area at the time and who may have dashcam video or any sort of surveillance video, to please contact the Peterborough County OPP Crime Unit at 1-888-310-1122. If you have information that may assist in this investigation but wish to remain anonymous, you may submit your tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Ingersoll OPP Police Press Releases

Armed Robbery – 2 Arrested

(INGERSOLL, ON) – The Oxford Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a robbery in the Town of Ingersoll and are seeking the public’s assistance.

On April 9, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m., members of the Oxford OPP were dispatched to an address on Thames Street South in the Town of Ingersoll for a report of a robbery.

It was determined an unknown individual entered the property with what appeared to be a firearm and left with an undisclosed amount of Canadian currency. The individual was observed to be exiting the area in a red mid-2000’s Volkswagen Beetle.

On April 10, 2025, Nicholas Scott, 31-years-old, of Ingersoll, has been arrested and charged with: 

·      Armed Robbery

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Disguise with intent

·      Take motor vehicle without consent

The accused was held for a bail hearing. The accused has since been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on April 29, 2025.

On April 17, 2025, Katie Longlade, 39-years-old, of Ingersoll, has been arrested and charged with:  

·      Armed Robbery

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Disguise with intent

·      Take motor vehicle without consent

 The accused was held for a bail hearing.

The investigation is ongoing.

Police are requesting the public’s assistance if any suspicious activity was observed around the time of the incident, or if members of the public have any CCTV or dashcam footage, around Thames Street South and St. Andrews Street, in the Town of Ingersoll.

If you have any information to provide, please refer to incident number E250428467.

If you have any information that may be helpful, please call the Oxford OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Ingersoll OPP Police Press Releases

Armed Robbery – Name Released

(INGERSOLL, ON) – The Oxford Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a robbery in the Town of Ingersoll and are seeking the public’s assistance.

On April 9, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m., members of the Oxford OPP were dispatched to an address on Thames Street South in the Town of Ingersoll for a report of a robbery.

It was determined an unknown individual entered the property with what appeared to be a firearm and left with an undisclosed amount of Canadian currency. The individual was observed to be exiting the area in a red mid-2000’s Volkswagen Beetle.

On April 10, 2025, Nicholas Scott, 31-years-old, of Ingersoll, has been arrested and charged with: 

·      Armed Robbery

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Disguise with intent

·      Take motor vehicle without consent

The accused was held for a bail hearing. The accused has since been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on April 29, 2025.

The investigation is ongoing.

Police are requesting the public’s assistance if any suspicious activity was observed around the time of the incident, or if members of the public have any CCTV or dashcam footage, around Thames Street South and St. Andrews Street, in the Town of Ingersoll.

If you have any information to provide, please refer to incident number E250428467.

If you have any information that may be helpful, please call the Oxford OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

Armed Robbery – Teen Gang Arrested

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police have arrested three youths after an armed robbery in Kitchener.

On March 5, 2025, at approximately 3:50 p.m., police responded to a report of an armed robbery at a business in the area of Duke Street East and Frederick Street.

Three masked males entered the store armed with knives and stole merchandise.

Officers located two of the suspects nearby and placed them under arrest. The third suspect was arrested shortly after 6 p.m.

No physical injuries were reported.

As a result of the investigation, two 14-year-old males from Waterloo and a 15-year-old male from Cambridge were charged with:

  • Robbery with a weapon
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Disguise with intent

The accused parties were held for a bail hearing.

The investigation remains ongoing by WRPS’ Robbery Team and additional charges are anticipated.

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Markdale

Armed Robbery @ ATM – Details Released

(MARKDALE, ON) – On January 23, 2025, at approximately 10:38 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a robbery involving a firearm at a financial institution along Toronto Street North, Markdale.

Police attended the area, however the suspect fled prior to arrival. Investigation revealed that the victim was using the ATM at the location when they were approached and assaulted by the accused; who demanded the victim to withdraw funds from the ATM while brandishing a handgun.

Police were able to positively identify the accused through video surveillance, where they were taken into custody on January 24, 2025. Assisting units included OPP Canine, West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), Grey-Bruce OPP Crime Unit, OPP Forensic Identification Services, Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad, and the OPP Regional Support Team (RST).

The involved weapon was seized and confirmed to be an imitation firearm.

As a result of the investigation, Gregory QUEHE, 36-years-old of Alliston, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Armed Robbery, CC 343(d)
  • Pointing a firearm, CC 87
  • Carrying concealed weapon, CC 90
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, CC 88
  • Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order, CC 117.01(1) – six counts

The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently remanded into custody.

The Grey Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to 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 $2000.

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London Police Service Police Press Releases

Smash & Grab in London

LONDON, ON (January 10, 2025) – Two men are in custody after a jewelry store in the south end of the city was robbed yesterday evening.

On Thursday, January 9, 2025, at approximately 8:10 p.m., four masked men entered a shopping center in the 1100-block of Wellington Road South carrying hammers.

The men attended a jewelry store inside the shopping center, smashed display cases, and stole an undisclosed amount of jewelry.

Police responded to numerous 9-1-1 calls and attended the area.

Two suspects were arrested while attempting to flee on foot, while two others fled from the area in a vehicle.

A search of the suspects yielded a quantity of stolen jewelry.

There were no reported injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Raavon Walker-Nabwangu, 28, of Ottawa, and Warren Tyler Fox, 28, of Toronto, have been jointly charged with the following offences:

  • Armed robbery; and
  • Disguise with intent.

Investigators are asking anyone who may have been in the area at the time of the reported robbery who may have information, dash-cam/cellphone footage, or video surveillance, to contact the London Police Service.

The investigation was reassigned to members of the LPS Street Crime Unit and is ongoing.

The two accused are expected to appear in London court today in relation to the charges.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

2 Arrested For Armed Robbery

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, ON) – Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two individuals in relation to a theft of a motor vehicle.

On January 2, 2025, uniform members of HW responded to the report of an armed robbery of an UBER driver. The driver responded to a request for pick up at the Pizza Pizza in Wasaga Beach. After the picking up the suspect and mobile, the suspect pressed an object against the driver’s head and demanded he pull the vehicle over to the side of the road and get out. After the driver complied, the suspect fled the area in the vehicle alone leaving the driver behind.

Uniformed officers patrolled the area, located the vehicle and an attempt was made to stop the vehicle however, the driver failed to stop. The vehicle was later found abandoned in a parking lot in Collingwood.

The Huronia West Crime Unit, Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE), Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) were able to locate and arrest the two suspects at a residence in Collingwood without incident.

As a result of the investigation, a youth from Wasaga Beach was arrested and charged with:

  • YPC Robbery using Firearm
  • YPC Possession property obtained by crime over $5000
  • YPC Flight from peace officer
  • YPC Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm
  • Failure to attend court while on Release Order

The identity of the youth will be withheld under the provision of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

Subsequently, Justice McEWEN, 20-year-old from Wasaga Beach, was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Flight from peace officer

The two accused were held for a bail hearing and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Police Press Releases Windsor Police Service

Christopher Carbonaro Wanted By Police

Suspect arrested, three others sought for gunpoint robbery

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE 
Case #: 25-984
Suspect arrested, three others sought for gunpoint robbery

 

The Windsor Police Service has arrested one suspect and is seeking three others in connection with an armed robbery.  

Shortly after 6 p.m. on January 3, 2025, officers responded to a report of a robbery involving a firearm in the 1600 block of University Avenue. Through investigation, officers learned that three men, one armed with a firearm, broke into a residence and demanded property and cash from two victims.  

A fourth suspect, later identified as 28-year-old Monyke Halabi, was found to have participated in the robbery. Halabi was arrested the following day near Louis Avenue and University Avenue. She has been charged with robbery and occupying a vehicle with a firearm.   

An arrest warrant has been issued for one of the remaining suspects, identified as 52-year-old Christopher Carbonaro. He is wanted for the following:

  • Robbery
  • Pointing a firearm (x 2)
  • Possession of a firearm while prohibited (x 5)
  • Wearing a disguise to commit an offence
  • Occupying a vehicle with a firearm

Carbonaro is described as a white male, 5’5″ tall, approximately 155 pounds, with short brown hair and green eyes.

The two remaining suspects have not yet been identified. The first suspect is described as a male who wore a facemask, dark coat with a hood, blue jeans, and black shoes. The second suspect is described as a male who wore a facemask, dark sweater, grey pants, and black shoes.

Anyone with information should call 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. 

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

Armed Robbery

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate a robbery in Cambridge.

On December 30, 2024, at approximately 3 p.m., police responded to a report of a commercial robbery in the area of Fanklin Boulevard and Elgin Street North.

The incident occurred on December 29, 2024, at approximately 7 p.m. An unknown male entered the business and threatened staff with an edged weapon. The took merchandise and fled the store.

There are no reports of any physical injuries.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777.

Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

WA24341900 (909)

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

Armed Robbery at Cambridge Centre Mall – Suspects At Large

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Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a robbery at a Cambridge mall.

On December 16, 2024, at approximately 8:15 p.m., police responded to reports of a jewelry store robbery at Cambridge Centre Mall on Hespeler Road.

Three unknown masked males entered the business armed with hammers, smashed the display cases and stole merchandise.

The suspects are believed to have fled the parking lot area in an awaiting getaway car.

The three suspects were described as brown males, thin build, and believed to be late teens or early 20’s. The suspects were carrying duffel bags at the time of the incident.

There were no physical injuries reported.

The investigation is ongoing by WRPS’ Robbery Team.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 8255.

Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

WA24330519 (909)