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Halton Regional Police Police Press Releases

PSW Arrested For Assault – Name Released

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest and laid charges against a personal support worker.

The investigation began earlier this month after police were contacted by members of the victim’s family. The victim in this investigation is a youth and the assault’s took place over the past few weeks at the victim’s home while they were in the care of the accused.  

On Friday April 19, 2024, Parmjit Kaur Uppal (45) was arrested and charged with the following offences:

  1. Assault (2 counts);
  2. Assault causing Bodily Harm.

Uppal was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The accused, a personal support worker, was an employee of Paramed Home Health Care. Police believe there may be additional victims and a photograph of the accused has been attached to this media release.

Investigators are asking anyone with information, or anyone who has been victimized by the accused to contact the HRPS Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit at 905-825-4777 ext. 8970.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.

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Huron East OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Elderly Resident Charged with Assault with a Weapon after Dispute in Seaforth

(HURON EAST, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a dispute that took place in Seaforth on Wednesday April 3rd that resulted in criminal charges for a Huron East resident.

On April 3rd, 2024, just after 7:00 p.m. Huron OPP officers received a report of dispute at an address on Main Street in Seaforth, in the Municipality of Huron East. Two males were arguing while police were present, when one of the males drove their pickup truck directly at the other male on foot, almost striking them with the vehicle. The driver was immediately arrested and charged.

William HUNT, 76 years-of-age from Huron East has been charged with the following offences:

–      Assault with a Weapon,

–      Dangerous Operation.

The accused was processed and later released with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on May 27th, 2024. 

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Brighton OPP Police Press Releases

Nicole ROSATTE Was Arrested

(MUNICIPALITY OF BRIGHTON, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made an arrest following a report of a disturbance.

On April 17, 2024, at approximately 9:30 a.m., OPP received a call from a concerned member of the public regarding a disturbance at a residence on Cassidey Drive in the Municipality of Brighton. Individuals could be heard screaming at each other and a glass container was used as weapon during an assault. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) attended and treated the victim for minor injuries.

The accused had left prior to police arrival and was located a short distance away.

Nicole ROSATTE (age 38) of Brighton, has been charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

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

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

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Hanover Police Police Press Releases WFP

Anonymous Violent Criminal Punches Officer In Face Then Released In Hanover #NameNames #CowardCops

On April 16th, 2024, at approximately 11:30 p.m. the Hanover Police Service responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver on 10th Street in the Town of Hanover.  Officers on patrol located the vehicle in a drive thru of a restaurant and initiated a traffic stop.

The driver, a 24-year-old Hanover man refused to provide a sample of his breath for analysis, resisted arrest and struck an officer in the face while attempting to flee the scene on foot.  The suspect was apprehended after a brief foot chase.

Officers seized a small quantity of methamphetamine along with open alcohol from the vehicle.  Further investigation determined the suspect was prohibited from driving under the Criminal Code for a previous impaired driving conviction in 2022 and suspended from driving under the Highway Traffic Act.

The suspect was lodged in police cells and later released when he sobered, facing the following charges.

  1. Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance – Methamphetamine
  2. Fail or Refusal to Comply with Demand
  3. Resist Peace Officer
  4. Operation while Prohibited x 2
  5. Obstruct Peace Officer
  6. Assault with Intent to Resist Arrest
  7. Fail to Surrender Insurance Card
  8. Drive Motor Vehicle, Fail to Display Two Plates
  9. Having Care or Control of a Motor Vehicle – Open Liquor
  10. Driving While Under Suspension
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Hanover Police Police Press Releases WFP

Violent Repeat Offenders Arrested – Hanover Police Still Protecting Criminals Over Community

On April 6th, 2024, at 8:37 a.m. members from the Hanover Police Service responded to a report of two people sleeping in a vehicle parked at an apartment complex in the 100 block of 11th Avenue in Hanover.

While on scene, officers recognized the suspects as having committed a theft in Hanover from a previous incident on April 5th.  When officers attempted to arrest the pair, they violently resisted, and the male suspect jumped into the driver’s seat with the female suspect.  Together, the suspects started the vehicle and drove into the side of the apartment building while partially dragging an officer who was in the passenger seat with them trying to effect their arrest.

The violent struggle continued after crashing into the apartment building, with the male suspect escaping custody and fleeing on foot.  An officer gave chase and captured the suspect who continued to fight and resist.  He was eventually subdued after officers deployed their tasers.  The female suspect who also resisted arrest, was taken into custody.

The investigation determined the vehicle was stolen from South Bruce O.P.P. Detachment area and both suspects were determined to be wanted in several policing jurisdictions.

The Hanover Police Service has jointly charged, a 39-year-old male of no fixed address and a 23-year-old female of no fixed address with the following criminal and drug offences:

  1. Theft Under $5000
  2. Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance
  3. Flight from a Peace Officer
  4. Assault with Intent to Resist Arrest
  5. Assault with a Weapon
  6. Resist Arrest of a Peace Officer
  7. Possession of Stolen Property Over $5000
  8. Possession of Methamphetamine for the Purposes of Trafficking
  9. Possession of Fentanyl for the Purposes of Trafficking
  10. Possession of Methamphetamine

The male suspect faces additional charges of Failure to Comply with Release Order x 3 and Failure to Comply with an Undertaking.  The female suspect faces additional charges of Operation of a Conveyance while Prohibited and Failure to Comply with Release Order x 2.

Police determined the male suspect is currently wanted on 27 criminal and drug charges in 4 policing jurisdictions in Ontario and the female suspect is currently wanted on 10 criminal charges in 2 policing jurisdictions in Ontario.

One Hanover officer received minor injuries while both suspects also sustained minor injuries that required treatment at the Hanover and District Hospital.

The exterior wall of the apartment building and the stolen vehicle both received minor damages.

The suspects were held and later remanded into custody at their bail hearings.

This incident is an example of the transient nature of people who move from one jurisdiction to the next committing crimes along the way that often results in unpredictable, volatile and dangerous situations for the police officers that encounter them.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Tom GECSE Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – One individual has been charged following an investigation into a neighbour dispute in Turkey Point.

At approximately 7:25 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated a neighbour dispute at an address on Turkey Point Road in Turkey Point, Norfolk County.

It was determined that two individuals had a dispute on the property, resulting in the victim being threatened and physically assaulted. Minor injuries were reported.

As a result, one individual was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 63-year-old Tom GECSE of Norfolk County:

  • Assault,
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm.

The accused was detained in custody to appear at a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Officer Assaulted By Victim After Police Claim “It’s not our problem”

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – One person was arrested and charged after assaulting a police officer while in the lobby of the Elliot Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment.

On April 10, 2024, at approximately 10:00 p.m., a person attended the OPP detachment demanding assistance with a non-police matter. When officers attempted to help, the person became irate, unreasonable, and assaulted an officer. 

Daryl LEGREE, 39-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with – Assault Peace Officer.

The accused was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on April 11, 2024.

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Erin OPP Police Press Releases

Couple Brutally Attacked By ATV Operators

(TOWN OF ERIN, ON) – Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently seeking the publics help in identifying two All Terrain Vehicle (A.T.V.) riders who assaulted and threatened a couple on the Cataract Trail in Erin.

It was reported that on April 5, 2024, just before 8:00 p.m., a small, red A.T.V. was trespassing on a section of trail near Stanley Park. They approached a couple on the trail and a 60-year-old male was assaulted. The victim and his 54-year-old spouse fled to a vehicle where one assailant continued to threaten the couple. The male required treatment for his injuries.

One suspect is described as male, tanned, average height, with black, thinning hair, bald spot, and a light beard. He was wearing a camo jacket, grey hoodie, and white shoes. The second suspect was described as male wearing a blue parka and dark pants. See attached photo.

Any person with information regarding this occurrence should 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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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Middlesex

Another Spousal Assault

(SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Middlesex County, has charged an individual following an intimate partner violence investigation.

On April 10, 2024, at 10:49 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to an address in Southwest Middlesex, for the report of a disturbance.

As a result of the investigation, a 37-year-old of Middlesex County, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Assault – Spousal

·      Mischief – Domestic (three counts)

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date to speak to the charges.

Victims of domestic violence are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Middlesex-London.

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.  

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Malahide OPP Police Press Releases

36 Year Old Arrested For Assault

(MALAHIDE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin County (St. Thomas) Detachment has charged an individual following an intimate partner violence investigation.

On March 9, 2024, at approximately 1:30 a.m., members of the Elgin County OPP (St. Thomas) Detachment were dispatched to a residence in the Township of Malahide following a disturbance.

As a result, a 36-year-old of the Township of Malahide was charged with:

  • Assault – Spousal

The accused was held for bail hearing.

Victims of sexual assault/domestic violence are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Elgin.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

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

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Hearst OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Melissa GAUDET Arrested For Assault

(HEARST, ON) – One person was arrested for assault and criminal harassment in Hearst.

On March 26, 2024, shortly before 9:00 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 911 call reporting that the caller had been grabbed and then followed by a person not known to them, on George Street in Hearst.

The suspect had left the scene prior to police arrival, and police were unable to locate them. Police conducted an extensive follow up investigation and were able to identify the suspect.

On April 2, 2024, shortly before 12:00 p.m., police received a call from the same victim, reporting the same suspect had approached them, and had been waiting for them outside of their workplace.

As a result of this investigation, Melissa GAUDET, 34-years-of-age, of Hearst, was arrested and charged with the following:

·        Assault

·        Criminal Harassment – repeatedly follow, watch and beset

·        Fail to comply with probation order (two counts)

The accused was released from a bail hearing and is set to appear before the Ontario Court in Hearst on a May 15, 2024.

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Killaloe OPP Police Press Releases

Another Anonymous Beating #EndTheAbuse

(KILLALOE, ON) – Police have laid a criminal domestic charge after responding recently to an Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) incident.

On April 6, 2024, members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an assault call for service in the Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan. As a result of the investigation, police arrested and charged a 30-year-old from Whitewater Region with the following Criminal Code offence:

  • domestic assault, (two counts).

The accused was released on conditions and will appear in court at later date.

The name of the accused person will not be released to protect the identity of the victim.

If you or someone you know is living in or involved in an abusive relationship help is available. Contact Bernadette McCann House 24/7 for support, advice, or the safety of a shelter at 1-800-267-4930. The Women’s Sexual Assault Centre of Renfrew County is also available 24/7 for information and support at 1-800-663-3060. You could also attend the emergency department of any hospital in Renfrew County and ask to speak to a member of the Assault Response Team. Victim Services of Renfrew County is also available to provide emotional and practical assistance to people who have experienced domestic violence. They can be reached at 613-649-2852 or toll free at 1-877-568-5730. In emergencies call 9-1-1.

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Meaford OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Officer Assaulted By Repeat Offender In Meaford – Details Released

(MEAFORD, ON) – On April 6, 2024, the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call that an assault occurred at a property on Highway 6&10 in the Municipality of Meaford.

Police attended and learned that the caller located an individual trespassing on his property. When the caller approached the individual, the caller was stuck with a golf club. The individual proceeded to strike and damage the caller’s side by side. As the police were attempting to gain control of the individual, the individual resisted arrest and uttered death threats towards the caller and police.

As a result, Dustin Mills, 50-years-of age was charged with:

·      Assault with a weapon

·      Mischief under $5000 (three counts)

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Resist peace officer

·      Uttering threats cause death or bodily hard (2 counts)

·      Fail to comply with release order (2 counts)

The accused was held pending a bail hearing.

If anyone has any information, they are being asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at https://crimestop-gb.org/ where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Violent Repeat Offender Assaults Police – Abuse, Keep It In The Family To Be Anonymous

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – One individual was charged following an investigation into an incident of intimate partner violence.

At approximately 8:44 p.m. on Saturday, March 30, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a disturbance at an address in Norfolk County.

It was determined that two individuals were engaged in a verbal dispute inside a residence on the property, which prompted a call to the police.

Shortly after the responding officers arrived at the scene, one of them was physically assaulted by one of the individuals involved. No injuries were reported.

As a result, the individual was taken into custody.

Charged with the following alleged offences is a 29-year-old individual from Norfolk County:

  • Assault a Peace Officer,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order (two counts).

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe at a later date.

Individuals experiencing intimate partner violence are not alone. If you or someone you are aware of requires assistance, there are local resources ready to provide support. Victim Services of Haldimand-Norfolk-Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation can be contacted at 1-800-264-6671.

The OPP is available at 1-888-310-1122 throughout the Province of Ontario.

In case of immediate danger, please dial 9-1-1 for prompt assistance.

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North Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases

Parkhill Assault – Tracy RANDALL Arrested & Released

(NORTH MIDDLESEX, ON) – Disturbance at a business in Parkhill results in assault charge.

On March 27, 2024, at 3:21 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to a disturbance involving two individuals, on Broadway Street in Parkhill in the Municipality of North Middlesex.

As a result, Tracy RANDALL a 51-year-old of Parkhill, has been charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with:

  • Assault

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on May 16, 2024, to speak to the charges.

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.