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Police Press Releases Toronto Police

Victim Stabbed And Residence Set On Fire

The Toronto Police Service is making the public aware of an arrest made in an Arson and Aggravated Assault investigation.

On Friday, January 10, 2025 at approximately 11:20 a.m. police responded to a call to a fire in the Sherbourne Street and Shuter Street area.

It is alleged that:

  • an altercation took place between a woman and the victim
  • the woman stabbed the victim and set fire to a residence
  • the victim was taken to hospital with serious, but non-life threatening injuries
  • the woman was arrested a short time later

Nakitha Smith, 29, of Toronto has been arrested and charged with:

  1. Aggravated Assault
  2. two counts of Arson 

She is scheduled to appear in court at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, at 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Saturday, January 11, 2024, at 10 a.m., in room 107.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

FOX Arrested For Arson

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Dryden Fire Service responded to a call for service at an apartment building.

On January 8, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., on Duke Street, in Dryden ON, members of the Dryden OPP and members of the Dryden Fire Service received a call from an individual reporting a fire at a local apartment building.

Dryden Fire Service attended the residence and located a small fire in the building. It was determined that the fire was intentionally set.

As a result of the investigation, 33-year-old, Samantha FOX, of Thunder Bay, was arrested and charged with the following offences under the criminal code:

·        Arson – Damage to Property

·        Failure to Comply with Undertaking – two counts

The accused has been held for bail and is scheduled to appear with the Ontario Provincial Court on January 9, 2025.

Any person with further information regarding this incident should contact the Dryden 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 ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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London Police Service Police Press Releases

One Arrested For Arson

LONDON, ON (December 30, 2024) – Members of the London Police Service Street Crime Unit are investigating after a London man was arrested in relation to an overnight arson.

On Sunday, December 29, 2024, at approximately 9:30 p.m., emergency crews responded to the 400-block of Pinewood Drive in relation to a fire outside a shed.

Members of the London Fire Department attended and extinguished the fire.

While emergency crews were on scene, a suspect male entered his home nearby. Shortly afterwards, smoke was observed coming from inside the house. The door of the residence was breached, and members of the London Fire Department extinguished a fire inside the house.

A London police officer arrested the suspect male.

There were no reported injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Michael Bond, 43, of London, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Arson causing damage to property;
  • Arson by negligence; and
  • Possession of incendiary material.

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

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

Motel Fire – One Arrested

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has one person after responding to several 9-1-1 calls.

On December 22, 2024, between approximately 6:00 p.m. and 1:20 a.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to multiple 9-1-1 calls from an individual at a motel located on Manitoba Street near Wellington Street North in Bracebridge. The individual stated several concerns, however was uncooperative with attending officers, who found no evidence of the stated concerns.

During the final 9-1-1 call at 1:22 a.m., officers discovered that there had been a fire lit inside the motel and the caller was refusing to leave his room. After police were able to gain entry and extinguish the fire and ascertain that the individual was safe, officers took 52-year-old Shane JONES of Gravenhurst into custody. He has been charged with Arson CC 433(a), Mischief – destroy or damage property CC 430(1)(a) and Public Mischief CC 140(1)(c). He was held in custody for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on December 23, 2024.

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Minto OPP Police Press Releases

Palmerston Arson Update

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating after a suspicious fire was reported in Palmerston over the weekend.

On December 14, 2024, at approximately 3:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP, along with local fire services responded to a report of a small fire at the Lions Heritage Park within Palmerston, involving one of the wooden train cars catching fire. There were no injuries as a result of the fire and the cost of the damage is unknown at this time.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and the Wellington County Major Crime Unit has now taken over the investigation.

The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided when available. A picture has been added of the damage.

The Wellington OPP is requesting anyone who resides in the immediate area to check their video surveillance footage for any suspicious activity or suspects that may have been captured between 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on December 14, 2024.

Anyone with information is encourages to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Barry POLLARD – Arson

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – One person is in custody in relation to a residential fire that sent five individuals to hospital.

On December 3, 2024, at approximately 11:50 p.m., members of the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with Haldimand County Fire and Paramedic Services responded to a report of a fire on Alder Street, Dunnville.

As a result, 60-year-old Barry POLLARD of Dunnville has been charged with the following Criminal Code offence:

  • Arson – Disregard for Human Life

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario court of Justice in Cayuga on December 6, 2024.

The OPP Major Crime Unit and the Office of the Fire Marshall are assisting with this ongoing investigation. The OPP wants the public to be aware that police and fire personnel will be in the area for an extended period of time.

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

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can submit an online tip at www.helpsolvecrime.com or call 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Raymond YOUNG – Arson

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested one person for trying to set a house on fire.

On November 7, 2024, at approximately 12:30 a.m. police were called to a residence on Axmith Avenue regarding an arson. The complainant reported that a known family member had poured gasoline on the house and threatened to burn it down. When police arrived, the person had fled on foot to a residence on Baily Lane. The person was subsequently arrested at that location a short time after.

Raymond YOUNG, 33-years-old from Elliot Lake was charged with: Arson – damage to property.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on November 7, 2024.

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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

April GAGNON – Arson, Breach

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – An arson in Kirkland Lake has led to the arrest and charges against one local person.

On October 19, 2024, at approximately 9:40 p.m., the Kirkland Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Kirkland Lake Fire Services responded to a fire within the porch of an apartment building on Government Road West, in Kirkland Lake. The fire was extinguished, and damage was limited to the floor in the porch area of the building. The Kirkland Lake OPP Crime Unit was engaged and assisted with the investigation, leading to the arrest of one person on October 24, 2024.

April GAGNON, 38-years-old of Kirkland Lake, was charged with:

·      Arson – disregard for human life

·      Fail to comply with probation order

The accused was held for bail court hearing, remains in custody and is scheduled to next appear virtually before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on October 30, 2024.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Scott REED – Arson

(Orillia, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person for Arson in the City of Orillia.

On October 31, 2024, at approximately 5:40 pm the Orillia OPP responded to a call from the Orillia Fire Department (OFD) of a fire at a residence on King St. in Orillia.

Officers attended the scene and observed the OFD extinguishing the fire in one of the apartments. The fire was contained to one unit of the apartment building.

Scott REED, age 39, of Orillia was arrested and charged with the following;

  • Arson – Damage to Property
  • Common Nuisance – endanger life

 The accused was transported to a local hospital for minor injuries related to the fire and remains in police custody pending a bail hearing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sioux Lookout

Arson – 3 Arrested

(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Sioux Lookout Detachment and the Sioux Lookout Crime Unit have arrested and charged three people in relation to a deliberately set fire at a local apartment complex.

At around 10:30 pm on Friday, October 25, 2024, members of the Sioux Lookout OPP responded to a report of a fire at an apartment complex on Millar Crescent. Quick reactions by a neighbour had extinguished the fire, but extensive smoke and water damage displaced individuals from approximately 17 units in the building.

Following police investigation, three people have been arrested and charged in relation to this incident.

Daniel BOIS Jr., 32 years old from North Caribou Lake First Nation, has been arrested and charged with:

  • Arson – Damage to Property
  • Arson – Disregard for Human Life
  • Break And Enter, and
  • Mischief over $5000

Leon RAE, 27 years old, from North Spirit Lake First Nation, has been arrested and charged with:

  • Arson – Damage to Property
  • Arson – Disregard for Human Life
  • Break and Enter a Place – three counts
  • Disguise with Intent
  • Common Nuisance – Endanger Life, and
  • Mischief Over $5000

Max RAE, 23 years old, from North Spirit Lake First Nation, has been charged with

  • Arson – Damage to Property
  • Arson – Disregard for Human Life
  • Break And Enter – two counts
  • Common Nuisance – Endanger Life
  • Disguise with Intent, and
  • Mischief over $5000

All three accused have been remanded to custody and will next appear in front of the Ontario Court of Justice Kenora Regional Bail Court on Monday, October 28, 2024.

The OPP would like to thank the firefighters from the Sioux Lookout Fire and Emergency Services and Paramedics from the Northwest Emergency Medical Services for their response to this call, and Ah-Shawah-Bin Sioux Lookout / Lac Seul Victim Support Services and the Canadian Red Cross for their assistance in supporting displaced persons.

Anyone with any additional information regarding this investigation should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or provide information anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Crime Stoppers tips can also be submitted on-line at www.tipshelp.com.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Andrew SENECHAL – Arson & Cruelty To Animals

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating an arson incident following an animal complaint in the City of Orillia.

On September 16, 2024, at 5:00 p.m., the Orillia OPP along with Orillia Fire attended the intersection of Colborne Street East and West Street South for an animal complaint. Upon arrival, an accelerant was discovered and sadly the animal that was the subject of the complaint was deceased.

On September 19, 2024, police received video footage of a person of interest leaving the area at approximately 4:50 p.m. The individual is described as a white male wearing black pants, a black sweater, black baseball hat, white shoes, and carrying a backpack.

Before to the incident, the individual was seen on the south side of Colborne Street East, crossing north at the crosswalk. They then walked diagonally through a gas station parking lot, disappearing behind a building. Within moments, the individual emerges from the location where the incident occurred.

The OPP would like to thank the Citizens of Orillia for their support and help throughout this investigation. As a result of the public’s assistance, Andrew SENECHAL; 29-year-old, of Orillia has been subsequently charged with:

  • Arson – Damage to Property
  • Mischief – Damage Property
  • Cruelty to Animals – Unnecessary pain, suffering, or injury

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities.

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OPP Police Press Releases Rainy River

Nicole-Marie BOS – Arson

(RAINY RIVER, ON) – Officers from the Rainy River District Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one individual for arson, following a structure fire in the Town of Rainy River.

On Thursday, October 3rd, 2024, at approximately 10:47 pm, officers were dispatched to a structure fire on River Avenue in the Town of Rainy River. Frontline patrol officers assisted, by a Scene of Crime Officer began an investigation into the fire, which resulted in the arrest of.

Nicole-Marie BOS, 30 years old, from Rainy River Ontario, has been arrested and charged with the following offence:

  • Arson – Disregard for Human Life, Contrary to Section 433(a) of the Criminal Code.

The accused was held in custody and will next appear in front of the Ontario Court of Justice Fort Frances, on October 4th, 2024.

If you have any information about Criminal Activity in the Rainy River District, call the OPP 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 $2000. You may also report online at: http://www.p3tips.com/273.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Anthony Olmstead – Arson, Etc.

(Bancroft, ON) – Officers from the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a resident following an early morning business fire.

On Thursday, September 20, 2024, just after 2:00 a.m., Bancroft OPP officers responded to a report of a fire at a business on Hastings Street North. While no injuries were reported, the business sustained damage as a result of the fire.

Following an investigation, Anthony Olmstead, 43, of Bancroft, was arrested at the scene and faces multiple charges under the Criminal Code, including:

  • Arson – Disregard for Human Life
  • Failure to Comply with Undertaking
  • Trespassing at Night

Olmstead has been remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on September 23, 2024, to address the charges.

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Georgian Bluffs OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Wayne Driver – Arson, Assault, Threats, Etc.

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – One individual is facing charges after a structure fire at a residence on Berford Street in Georgian Bluffs.

On August 24, 2024, at 6:12 a.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), and the South Bruce Peninsula Fire Department responded to a report of a structure fire at a residence on Berford Street in Georgian Bluffs.

The residents of the home woke up to the fire alarm going off in the residence and noticed smoke from the basement. The fire was extinguished by the South Bruce Peninsula Fire Department. The Intertownship Fire Department also assisted with the investigation.

The investigation revealed earlier in the day at 6:00 a.m., the accused was observed on Bruce Street in South Bruce Peninsula near a motor vehicle with incendiary material.

As a result, Wayne Driver a 65-year-old from South Bruce Peninsula was charged with:

  • Uttering threats – cause death of bodily harm
  • Break, enter a place – commit indictable offence
  • Arson – disregard for human life (two counts)
  • Possession incendiary material (two counts)
  • Mischief under $5000 (two counts)
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Assault with a weapon

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

Anyone with any information related to this occurrence is asked to call investigators 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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OPP Police Press Releases Seguin

George MARGESON – Arson, Etc.

(SEGUIN, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), with the assistance of Huntsville and Bracebridge OPP have arrested and charged one person after an incident in the Village of Rosseau in Seguin Township.  

On August 14, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m., West Parry Sound OPP, Huntsville OPP and Bracebridge OPP attended a residence on Oak Street in Rosseau regarding a reported assault and arson. After investigation, one person was arrested at the scene.

George MARGESON, 25-years-old from Emsdale, was charged with:

  • Arson – damage to property
  • Assault
  • Careless storage of firearms (four counts)
  • Failure to comply with undertaking
  • Firearm – use while attempting to commit offence
  • Theft under $5000
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm (three counts)
  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm (three counts)

The accused was held for bail and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on August 15, 2024.