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Hendrie

Armed Robbery – Wesley NESHKIWE Arrested

(HENDRIE TOWNSHIP, ON) – Police arrested and charged one person after a report of a theft of a vehicle.

On November 24, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a theft of a motor vehicle on Hendrie Township Road, Hendrie Township.

The owner of the vehicle was transporting two individuals in the vehicle, when one of the individuals branded an edge weapon and demanded the owner to exit the vehicle. A struggle occurred and the owner was able to escape the incident without any injuries and contacted the police.

As a result of the investigation, Wesley NESHKIWE, 37 years-of-age, from Wikwemikong Unceded Reserved First Nation, was arrested and charged with:

  • Robbery
  • Theft over $ 5,000
  • Assault

The accused was release and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on January 8, 2025, in Sudbury.

The OPP would like to advise the public, that this was an isolated event and there are no safety concerns, an arrest warrant has been issued for the other individual involved.

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OPP Police Press Releases Saugeen First Nation

James Farr Was Arrested Again

(SAUGEEN FIRST NATION, ON) – One individual is facing charges after a robbery in Saugeen First Nation.

On November 26, 2024, at approximately 1:48 p.m., members of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to a business on Highway 21 in Saugeen First Nation.

One individual entered a business and threatened the store cashier with a weapon. The suspect left the business and was located a short distance away. There are no injuries reported.

James Farr, 30-years-old of Saugeen First Nation was charged with:

  • Robbery using firearm (restricted or prohibited)
  • Disguise with intent
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Fail to comply with release order
  • Fail to attend for fingerprints

The accused was held pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Walkerton.

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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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Armed Robbery – 2 Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a male and female party in connection with a robbery investigation involving an e-bike.

On November 17, 2024, at 6:00 a.m., Orillia OPP responded to a downtown establishment for a report of a robbery where an unknown male had brandished a knife, assaulted the victim and stole his e-bike.

Officers canvassed the area and were able to identify the suspects.

Just after 2:00 p.m., officers located the two involved parties and placed them under arrest.

As a result of this investigation:

Amanda HUSTLER, 37-year-old of the City of Orillia has been charged with:

-Robbery with Weapon contrary to section 344(1)(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada (CC)

-Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 CC 354(1)(a)

Christopher DRAPER, 40-year-old of the City of Orillia has been charged with:

-Robbery with Weapon contrary to section 344(1)(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada (CC)

-Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 CC 354(1)(a)

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

-Fail to comply with Probation Order CC 733.1(1)

-Uttering Threats- cause death or bodily harm CC 264.1(1)(a)

-Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose CC 88

Both parties were held in custody pending a bail hearing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Trent Hills

Aaron PILKEY – Armed Robbery

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a robbery in Trent Hills.

On October 18, 2024, at approximately 9:45 p.m., police were dispatched to a residence on Church Lane in Hastings for a robbery which had just occurred. The suspects had left in a black SUV however were not sighted in the area by officers. Members of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) were also dispatched to assist however the suspects fled in a black SUV prior to the arrival of police.

The preliminary investigation revealed that three males had assaulted and threatened a resident. A mobile phone was taken during the incident and a firearm is also believed to have been brandished during the altercation.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were not required for the victim.

On October 21, 2024, police arrested one of the individuals sought in connection with the incident.

Aaron PILKEY, 32-years-old, from Bancroft, has been charged with:

–      Assault with a weapon

–      Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose

–      Robbery using a firearm

–      Unauthorised possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

–      Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm

–      Uttering threats – damage property.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

Officers are following a line of enquiry and are seeking the whereabouts of the remaining individuals involved. Police have prior released an image of one of those persons.

The investigation is ongoing and assisted by the Northumberland OPP Crime Unit. If you have any information in relation to this incident, please contact Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Ref: E241400241

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Amaranth

Fatal Armed Robbery

(AMARANTH, ON) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has elevated an armed robbery that occurred at a local gas station in the Town of Amaranth to a homicide investigation.

On October 7, 2024, at approximately 11:40 p.m., officers from the Dufferin OPP Detachment responded to a report of an armed robbery at a gas station on County Road 109. The individual discharged a firearm during the robbery and a victim sustained a life-threatening injury. The victim was transported by Air Ornge to a Toronto area trauma centre.

The victim has been identified as Mehakdeep Singh, a 25-year-old from Amaranth. On October 10, 2024, Mehakdeep succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.

The individual responsible was wearing a dark-coloured, three-quarter length winter jacket with a fur hood, black pants, black shoes, and a blue medical mask.

The investigation is ongoing by the Dufferin OPP Crime Unit under the direction of the Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from the OPP Emergency Response Unit, OPP Canine Unit, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

A firearm was involved in this incident. If you see this individual, do not engage or approach. Call 9-1-1 immediately to advise police.

The OPP is asking anyone in the area to check, save and secure any potential video evidence from devices at their homes or business between October 7, 2024, at 11:15 p.m. and October 8, 2024, at 12:00 a.m. Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, you never have to testify, and you could receive a cash reward of up to $2,000 upon an arrest.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Robyn Patricia COPEGOG – Armed Robbery

(MIDLAND,ON) – Officers from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment responded at approximately 3:03 p.m. October 3, 2024 after the OPP Communications Centre received a 911 call from a community member was being confronted by an individual with an edged weapon who is also in possession of the callers wallet on Borsa Lane, Midland.

The attending officer promptly located the suspect over on Bourgeois Lane and attempted to arrest the individual, who while being arrested, bit the officer and was subdued by assisting officers who removed an edged weapon from the arrested person. A quantity of property was located nearby belonging to the victim which had also been removed from the victims parked vehicle.

Charged in connection to this investigation is Robyn Patricia COPEGOG 33 years of age of Midland with the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada.

  • Robbery with Weapon
  • Assault with A Weapon
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Resist Peace Officer
  • Possession of an identity document
  • Possession of a credit card

The accused was released from custody and will be appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice  on November 14, 2024.

The OPP is reminding the public to always use caution and be aware of their personal safety at all times. The OPP’s website contains a number of useful resources, tips and links- www.opp.ca

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Armed Robbery – Two Arrested

(RENFREW, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Bail Support Team (BST), Ottawa Police Service (OPS) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) worked together to locate two wanted people.

Erin O’HALLORAN, 38 years old from Ottawa and Brady PATTEN, 27 years old from Edmonton, Alberta were wanted by the Renfrew Detachment for robbery with violence, firearms offences and drug offences.

In early August 2024, O’HALLORAN was arrested by Ottawa Police and remanded in custody.

The OPP coordinated with the RCMP and confirmed that the wanted male was in Codroy, Newfoundland. A Canada-Wide Arrest Warrant was issued, and the accused was located and arrested.

Members of the OPP Emergency Response Team and BST flew to Newfoundland to take custody of the individual. The accused was transported back to Renfrew, where he was remanded into custody following a bail hearing.

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Collingwood OPP Police Press Releases

Ryan PULOSKI – Armed Robbery

(Collingwood, ON) – Officers from the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a suspect on Sunday night in relation to robbery at a business in downtown Collingwood. 

The incident took place on September 22nd, 2024, shortly before 9:00 p.m. where a suspect attended a business in Collingwood, produced a firearm and asked the employee to open the cash register. The employee complied and the suspect eventually left the business with an undisclosed amount of money. 

Collingwood/The Blue Mountains OPP officers as well as OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) members and the OPP Canine Unit attended the area and within an hour and a half officers located the suspect who was arrested and transported to detachment. 

The employee did not suffer any physical injuries and the investigation has found that the weapon produced by the suspect is believed to be a replica firearm/BB gun.  

44-year-old Ryan PULOSKI of Collingwood has been charged with Robbery Using a Firearm, Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon, Pointing a Firearm and Use a Firearm While Committing an Offence. The accused was held for a virtual bail hearing which took place on September 23rd. 

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Goderich OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Armed Robbery In Goderich – ANDERSON, FABER & PELLY Arrested

(GODERICH, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a robbery that took place on August 9th, 2024, at a location near Parson’s Court in the Town of Goderich. 

On Friday, August 9th, 2024, just after 7:00 p.m., the Huron County OPP received information that a robbery had taken place in a wooded area near Parson’s Court between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. One person was assaulted while their personal belongings were stolen and damaged. The suspects used a metal object to assault the victim, then fled the area on foot.

The victim was able to identify three of the four suspects who were later located by police and taken into custody. Charges have been laid against the following individuals:

Chad ANDERSON, 33 years of age from no fixed address has been charged with the following offences:

–      Robbery with a Weapon,

–      Assault with a Weapon,

–      Mischief, Destroys or Damages Property,

–      Theft Under $5,000.

The accused was processed at the Huron OPP detachment and later released. The accused is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on the 23rd of September 2024.

Kristopher FABER, 43 years of age from Goderich has been charged with the following offences:

–      Robbery with a Weapon,

–      Assault with a Weapon,

–      Mischief, Destroys or Damages Property,

–      Theft Under $5,000.

The accused was processed at the Huron OPP detachment and held for a bail hearing where they were remanded into custody.

Michael PELLY, 42 years of age from Goderich has been charged with the following offences:

–      Robbery with a Weapon,

–      Assault with a Weapon,

–      Mischief, Destroys or Damages Property,

–      Theft Under $5,000,

–      Fail to Comply with Probation.

The accused was processed at the Huron OPP detachment and held for a bail hearing where they were remanded into custody.

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

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a secure web tip online at www.p3tips.com , where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

Armed Robbery – Names Released

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals have been arrested after a robbery in the Town of Tillsonburg.

On July 8, 2024, at approximately 2:30 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Oxford detachment were called to an address in Tillsonburg for a reported robbery.

Two individuals entered a residence and stole a vehicle by force.

There are no reported injuries.

The motor vehicle was recovered.

There is no concern for public safety.

Police arrested two individuals for the following Criminal Code of Canada offences:

Wilhelm VANCAMPEN a 21-year-old resident of Norwich was charged with:

  • Armed Robbery
  • Break, Enter a Dwelling House With Intent to Commit Indictable Offence
  • Possession of Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
  • Possession of Imitation Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Use Imitation Firearm While Committing Offence
  • Forcible Confinement
  • Possession of Break-In Instruments
  • Flight From Peace Officer
  • Disguise With Intent

Connor LEVER-FOISIE a 20-year-old resident from Brantford was charged with:

  • Armed Robbery
  • Break, Enter a Dwelling House With Intent to Commit Indictable Offence
  • Possession of Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
  • Possession of Imitation Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Use Imitation Firearm While Committing Offence
  • Forcible Confinement
  • Flight From Peace Officer
  • Disguise With Intent

The accused individuals have been remanded into custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, located in Woodstock, on a later date.

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

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

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Armed Robbery

(WASAGA BEACH, ON) – Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are requesting the public’s assistance regarding an armed robbery that occurred at a local gas station.

On June 26, 2024, Huronia West OPP responded to the report of a robbery at the Petro Canada Gas station in the Town of Wasaga Beach. At approximately 2:20 am the suspect entered the Petro Canada armed with a knife and made a demand for cash, cigarettes, and vapes.

The suspect was described as having a medium build, with a cloth mask over their face wearing all black clothing.

On June 20, 2024, the same Petro Canada store was robbed with a similar MO by a suspect matching the description of this incident.

The investigation is ongoing. If you have any information regarding this incident, including surveillance or dash cam footage, please contact the Huronia West OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

If you’d like to submit information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit information online at www.p3tips.com.

For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Attempted Armed Robbery: Names Released

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged three people with attempted robbery and related offences after an investigation in West Nipissing.

On June 21, 2024, shortly before 12:00 p.m., members from the Nipissing West OPP Crime Unit and OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit arrested three people on Des Cedres Street.

As a result of the investigation, three individuals were charged.

Keino HEATH, 32 years of age of Oshawa, David NEWMAN, 27 years of age of Caledon, and Roderick NEWMAN, 32 years of age of Cobourg, were all charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Conspiracy to commit indictable offence, section 465(1)(c)
  • Attempted Robbery with violence, section 343(a)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000, section 354(1)(a)

The accused were held for a bail hearing and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on June 25, 2024.

The ongoing investigation is being conducted by the Nipissing West OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch.

Anyone with any information in relation to this investigation is asked to contact the Nipissing West OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Marathon OPP Police Press Releases

Armed Robbery: Names Released

(MARATHON, ON) – Three individuals are facing a lengthy list of charges following an armed robbery in the community of Pic Mobert First Nation.

On June 10, 2024, members of the Marathon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and OPP North West Region Crime Unit were called to assist the Anishinabek Police Service (APS) with an ongoing armed robbery investigation. Shortly after, the East Region OPP Tactical Response Unit executed a search warrant at two residences in Pic Mobert First Nation. 

Following this, police continued the investigation in order to locate two outstanding suspects.

On June 20, 2024, just after 4:00 p.m., members of the Marathon OPP Detachment, OPP Emergency Response Team, and Canine Unit, with the assistance of the APS, responded to a residence on Whitman Court in the Town of Marathon.  

As a result of the investigation, Steve LAVIGNE, 34-years-old, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code (CC) with:

·        Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

·        Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·        Break, Enter Dwelling House with Intent to Commit Indictable Offence

·        Robbery with Theft

·        Mischief Under $5,000

·        Fail to Comply with Probation Order – four counts

Aidan BRYANT, 20-years-old, of Manitouwadge, has been arrested and charged under the CC with:

·        Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

·        Break, Enter Dwelling House with Intent to Commit Indictable Offence

·        Robbery with Theft

·        Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·        Disguise with Intent

·        Mischief Under $5,000

·        Fail to Comply with Probation Order – two counts

A 17-year-old, who cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act has been arrested and charged under the CC with:

·        Break, Enter a Dwelling House with Intent to Commit Indictable Offence

·        Robbery with Theft

·        Mischief Under $5,000

The accused are being held in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Marathon at a later date.

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Springwater

Armed Robbery Of Limousine

(SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested four individuals in relation to a robbery of a limousine in Springwater Township.

On May 4, 2024, at approximately 2:30 a.m., the Huronia West Detachment received a report of a carjacking from the victim, the driver of the limousine. While the vehicle was on route to the destination, the victim was assaulted before the four clients stole the vehicle, leaving the victim on George Johnston Road.

The victim suffered minor injuries and was transported to the hospital by EMS.

At 4:49 a.m., the vehicle was located on Sunnidale Concession 6 in Clearview Township and the suspects were arrested without incident.

As a result of the investigation, James JAO, 21-year-old from Milton, and three youths were arrested and charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Robbery with violence
  • Theft of motor vehicle
  • Administer noxious substance
  • Possession property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

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

The three youths were released on an undertaking and the fourth accused was held for a bail hearing. The four accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood 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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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Armed Robbery – Details Released

(RENFREW, ON) – A Renfrew resident faces a long list of charges in connection with a convenience store robbery that happened earlier this week.

Officers from the Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the store on Raglan Street South on the evening of April 10, 2024. A male had flashed a firearm at the store clerk before leaving with stolen items.

There were no injuries.

On April 11, 2024, around 2:00 p.m., Renfrew OPP officers, members of the OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), the East Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), the Tactical Response Unit (TRU) and the Canine Unit attended a residence in Renfrew. Two people were taken into custody.

Jonathan CHANT-SINON, 29 years of age, of Renfrew was charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Uttering threats- cause death or bodily harm

·      Robbery using firearm (restricted or prohibited)

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Robbery with theft

·      Possession of weapon of dangerous purpose

·      Knowledge of Unauthorized possession of firearm

·      Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm

·      Firearm- use while committing offence

The accused was remanded into custody following a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear again before the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 15, 2024.

The second person was released and does not face charges.