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Downtown business employee spat on

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after an employee of a downtown business was spat upon Wednesday morning.

Approximately 7:30 a.m. the employee observed a male inside the business who had previously been banned. The employee approached the male and asked him to leave. As they were walking together towards the exit the male turned and spat, striking the employee on the arm and pants.

The involved male is known to the victim but has not yet been located.

$7,500 in tools stolen from work truck

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after approximately $7,500 worth of tools were stolen from a vehicle.

Tuesday evening police were called to a home on Woolwich Street near Ann Street. A male reported he had his work truck parked in the driveway overnight and went out in the morning to find the passenger door unlocked and all his tools missing.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Taylor Vajushi-Cooper at 519-824-1212, ext. 7320, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Trailer stolen, located in Hamilton

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a trailer was stolen from the south end and later recovered in Hamilton.

The theft was reported Wednesday afternoon. Approximately 12:45 a.m. Wednesday, a male and female in a white pickup were observed hooking up the black enclosed 16-foot trailer and removing it from a property on Southgate Drive.

Just after 8 p.m. Wednesday police learned the trailer had been recovered undamaged behind a business in Hamilton. Arrangements have been made for the trailer to be returned to its owner.

Anyone with information about the theft is asked to call Special Constable Drew Neil at 519-824-1212, ext. 7581, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 225

Woman charged with aggravated assault

A Guelph woman faces an aggravated assault charge after a man was slashed in the face with a broken bottle.

Just after 9 a.m. Monday police received several 911 calls about an injured male near the intersection of Waterloo Avenue and Edinburgh Road South. Officers located an adult male with a significant laceration to his nose and lip. The male refused to provide information, claiming he had fallen.

Officers followed a blood trail and discovered a broken glass bottle with blood on it. The male was transported to hospital for treatment of his injuries.

Through further investigation, officers determined he had been kicked in the abdomen and slashed across the face with a broken bottle by a female known to him.

A 28-year-old Guelph woman is charged with aggravated assault and assault with a weapon. She is in custody on unrelated charges and will next appear in court Thursday.

$10k in metal stolen from business

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after more than $10,000 worth of metal products were stolen from an east-end business.

Tuesday morning, staff of a business near Watson Road South and Airpark Place called to report two separate thefts in recent days, during which 875 steel hoops were stolen from outside the business.

Surveillance video showed three suspects arriving just after 3 p.m. Saturday in a maroon four-door Ford F350 which had a wooden pallet in place of the tailgate. The truck backed up to a loading dock, where items were loaded into the bed and the suspects left the area. Just after 3 a.m. Tuesday, a similar truck as well as a white Chevrolet or GMC pickup arrived and parked in the same area. Three suspects loaded the vehicles and again left the area.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Jennifer Probst at 519-824-1212, ext. 7296, email her at [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Bike stolen during downtown break-in

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a high-end bicycle was stolen during a break-in to a downtown shed.

Tuesday morning police were called to a home near Oxford Street and Glasgow Street North. Surveillance video showed a male checking car doors in the laneway behind the complainant’s home just before midnight Sunday. The suspect then hopped a fence into the complainant’s backyard, entered the shed and stole an orange Kona Precept downhill mountain bike.

The suspect was described as a white male wearing a red Florida Panthers hockey jersey over a hoody, dark pants, white and black running shoes and a black toque with white writing. He also had a small black shoulder bag.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Matt Simpson at 519-824-1212, ext. 7318, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 211

Man seriously injured

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a man sustained a serious facial injury Monday morning.

Just after 9 a.m. police received several 911 calls about an injured male near the intersection of Waterloo Avenue and Edinburgh Road South. Officers located an adult male with a significant laceration to his nose and lip. The male refused to provide information, claiming he had fallen.

Officers followed a blood trail and discovered a broken glass bottle with blood on it. The male was transported to hospital for treatment of his injuries.

Anyone who witnessed an altercation or has other information is asked to call Constable Michael Doehn at 519-824-1212, ext. 7587, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

$3,500 in cosmetics stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after more than $3,500 worth of cosmetics were stolen.

Last Friday, approximately 8:15 p.m., a male and female entered a business on Stone Road West near Edinburgh Road South. Both placed cosmetic products in a large black bag and quickly left the store.

The female was described as having a medium build, olive skin and long black hair. She was wearing a dark blue jean jacket, white shirt, black pants and white running shoes and carrying a large black bag. The male also had olive skin, black hair in a receding hairline, a black beard and mustache and was wearing a white t-shirt with black LA logo, beige pants, white running shoes and clear-rimmed glasses. They were believed to be driving a grey SUV.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Samantha Worthington at 519-824-1212, ext. 7326, email her at [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Police investigating assault at south-end business

The Guelph Police Service is looking for the public’s assistance as it investigates an assault earlier this month at a south-end business.

Shortly before 1 a.m. April 14, police received a report of an assault outside a business near Gordon Street and Clair Road East. An adult male reported he attended another business a few hours earlier and spent time talking to and sharing drinks with a couple unknown to him.

The three then went to another nearby restaurant where they continued to drink before all leaving at the same time. Outside, the victim remarked to the other male that he had been rude to some of the staff, prompting the other male to punch him in the face.

The suspect was described as white with a short, stocky build, large dark beard, dark hair and wearing a dark shirt. He and the female were last seen leaving in a white Ford F-150, travelling east on Clair Road East. Police would like to speak to the male in the attached photo.

Anyone with information or who recognizes the male is asked to call Constable Keith Kolodziejczak at 519-824-1212, ext. 7452, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 205

Toronto-area men arrested on drug charges

Two Toronto-area men face drug charges following their arrests in downtown Guelph Thursday.

Members of the Guelph Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit began surveillance Thursday after one of the males was observed visiting an address known to be involved in the drug subculture. Several meetings consistent with drug trafficking were observed.

Approximately 4:20 p.m. officers approached two males as they left an address near Neeve Street and Howitt Street. The males ran in opposite directions but were both arrested following short foot pursuits.

Officers recovered quantities of fentanyl, cocaine, Percocet pills and more than $1,000 cash.

A 26-year-old Mississauga man and 26-year-old Brampton man are each charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking and possessing a controlled substance. They were both held for bail hearings Friday.

Knife pulled in downtown dispute

A Guelph man faces assault and weapons charges after a knife was pulled during a dispute downtown Thursday morning.

Approximately 6:20 a.m. police were called to the area of Carden Street and Macdonell Street. A woman reported she had confronted a male she believed stole some of her property, and he had pulled a knife which he pointed at her while uttering threats.

The male was still in the area and was arrested. A 21-year-old Guelph man is charged with assault with a weapon, possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, uttering death threats and three counts of breaching court orders. He will appear in bail court April 23.

Burnt-out lights lead to impaired charge

A Guelph man is charged with impaired driving after burnt-out lights on his car attracted an officer’s attention.

Just after 10 p.m. Thursday, an officer was patrolling on Waterloo Avenue when he spotted a vehicle with a headlight and licence plate light both burnt out. A traffic stop was conducted and the officer could smell alcohol on the driver’s breath.

After failing a roadside breath test the driver was transported to the police station, where further testing confirmed he had more than the legal amount of alcohol in his system.

A 33-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving. His licence was immediately suspended for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. He will appear in court May 7.

The Guelph Police Service would like to encourage the public to always consume alcohol and cannabis responsibly. Please don’t drive if you are going to consume alcohol or cannabis, and please ensure that you plan ahead so that you have a safe ride home. Anyone who spots a suspected impaired driver is asked to immediately call 911.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 194

Stolen property recovered from storage units

A Guelph woman faces several charges after officers recovered a large amount of stolen property from two storage units and her vehicle.

In late March, members of the Guelph Police Service Break Enter Auto Theft Unit executed a search warrant at a storage unit in the south end. Officers recovered power tools which had been reported stolen three weeks earlier during a break-in to an east-end home under renovation.

The evening of March 27, a break-in attempt was reported at a residence on Stone Road East. It is alleged the female drove a male to that location for the purpose of committing an offence.

A female was arrested around noon Wednesday as she sat in the driver’s seat of a pickup at an address on York Road. A search of the pickup revealed a large amount of suspected stolen property including bicycles, tools, electronics and identity documents. Officers also seized approximately $1,000 worth of crystal methamphetamine, a digital scale and $3,500 in cash.

Later Wednesday, officers searched a storage unit in Fergus and recovered bicycles and other sports equipment, tools, electronics and copper wire.

A 26-year-old Guelph woman faces charges including break and enter, possessing stolen property over $5,000, possessing controlled substances for the purpose of trafficking and several counts of breaching court orders. She was held for a bail hearing Thursday.

Arrest after clerk assaulted

A Guelph man was arrested early Thursday after a clerk at a downtown business was assaulted.

Just before midnight Wednesday, police were called to a restaurant on Macdonell Street. A male who had earlier been removed from the business came back in and punched the clerk in the side of the face while his back was turned. The subject then went outside and used a sock filled with rocks to smash the front window, causing approximately $2,000 in damage.

Officers located a male nearby and arrested him. A 32-year-old Guelph man is charged with assault, mischief under $5,000 and being intoxicated in public. He will appear in court May 31.

Thousands in cosmetics stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after thousands of dollars in cosmetics were stolen from a north-end business.

Police were called Wednesday morning to a business near Woolwich Street and Speedvale Avenue West. A day earlier, two women entered the store and removed the products.

Both were described as being in their 30s with tanned skin. One had dark hair in a bun and was wearing a long black or dark grey coat or cardigan and black sneakers with white soles.

The second female – who was not seen removing product and appeared to be acting as the look-out – had a heavy build and dark hair in a high bun. She was wearing a grey sweater with a gold chain attached at the neckline, black pants and white sneakers. The total value of the stolen products was $3,700.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Firas El-Ayoubi at 519-824-1212, ext. 7129, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 213

Alarm jammer dropped during theft attempt

A York Region couple face charges after someone dropped an alarm jammer while stealing thousands of dollars in product from a Guelph business.

Just before 4 p.m. Tuesday, police were called to a business on Woodlawn Road West. A loss prevention officer had observed a male and female placing medication, fragrances and toiletries into backpacks stolen from the store. While attempting to leave the business the male dropped a jammer device used to prevent anti-theft alarms from sounding.

Officers arrested both parties, recovering more than $3,200 in stolen property.

Further investigation revealed they were also responsible for a similar theft at the same store in March during which nearly $4,400 worth of items were stolen.

A 25-year-old male and 25-year-old female, both from Maple, are charge with two counts each of theft under $5,000.

Toyota Tacoma stolen from driveway

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a Toyota Tacoma was stolen from the west end.

Approximately 5:40 a.m. Wednesday, a male reported his grey 2023 Tacoma pickup missing from his driveway near Stephanie Drive and Imperial Road South. The truck has a matching grey bed cap and fishing and hunting stickers on it.

Anyone with information is asked to call Special Constable Drew Neil at 519-824-1212, ext. 7581, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Hammer wielded during food fraud

A Toronto man faces weapons and other charges after a man wielded a hammer to avoid paying a bar tab in Guelph.

Just before 1 a.m. Saturday, police were called to a downtown establishment. A man had tried to leave without paying his bill and was confronted by an employee. The man removed a hammer from his tool belt and held it over his head while saying he would not pay the bill.

Officers arrived a short time later and located the male nearby. A 30-year-old Toronto man is charged with possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, food fraud and failing to comply with a release order. He was held for a bail hearing and has been released to appear in court May 17.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours -226

Robbery charge after clerk assaulted

A Guelph man faces a robbery charge after a convenience store clerk was assaulted and had product stolen Monday.

Approximately 7:40 a.m. police were called to a business near Gordon Street and Wellington Street East. A male had asked for cigarettes before attempting to go around the counter to the employee area.

When the female clerk tried to stop him, the male shoved her and snatched the cigarettes from her hand. The clerk was not physically injured.

Officers responded minutes later and located the male nearby holding the stolen cigarettes. A 29-year-old Guelph man is charged with robbery and breaching probation. He was held for a bail hearing Wednesday.

Teen hit by car then charged

A teenage girl got hit by a car and handed a ticket Monday morning.

Approximately 9:20 a.m. emergency services received a report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle at Victoria Road North and Eastview Road. A 17-year-old Guelph girl was transported to hospital for treatment of a minor head injury.

She was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with disobeying a Don’t Walk signal.

Driver charged after collision with fire truck

A driver was charged Monday afternoon after colliding with a fire truck.

Just before 4:30 p.m. police were called to Victoria Road North and Speedvale Avenue East where a Ford Escape collided with the emergency vehicle. The 18-year-old driver of the Escape sustained minor injuries.

The Escape driver was charged with failing to yield to an emergency vehicle.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 226

Knife pulled on bar staff

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a male armed with a knife lunged at the doorman of a Guelph business.

Approximately 9:30 p.m. Sunday police were called to a business on Silvercreek Parkway South. A male had twice attended the business but was denied entry as he did not have any identification. He returned a third time, pulling out a knife and lunging at the staff member, who was able to move out of the way and was not physically injured.

The suspect fled on foot and was last seen running eastbound on Waterloo Avenue. He was described as a black male, 5’7” with a thin build and wearing a light-coloured windbreaker with dark shoulders, dark pants, a black baseball cap and a medical mask. While checking the area officers recovered a black knife with duct tape around the handle.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Bernardus Ptok at 519-824-1212, ext. 7552, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Man injured with explosive, arrested

A Guelph man is facing a criminal charge after he reportedly injured himself with an explosive device.

Sunday morning, police were called to Guelph General Hospital regarding a patient who was being treated for hand injuries. Investigation determined he had made a small explosive device, which went off and caused his injuries.

Through investigation officers located the suspected detonation location near the Eramosa River at the end of Waterworks Place. No other injuries were reported.

A 27-year-old Guelph man is charged with possessing an explosive device. He will appear in court May 24.

Three girls charged with robbery

Three teenage girls are charged with robbery after a fourth was beaten up and had her phone stolen Friday night.

Approximately 10:20 p.m. police were called to a business on Speedvale Avenue East. A 15-year-old girl reported she met up with another girl nearby, but then two other girls arrived and all three assaulted her by spitting on her, knocking her to the ground and kicking her. It is believed one of the girls recorded the assault.

The victim’s phone was taken and smashed on the ground before the assailants fled. The victim declined medical attention.

Three girls aged 17, 16 and 14 have been arrested and charged with robbery. They were released with court dates in May.

Driver arrested after fleeing collision

A Puslinch male faces dangerous driving and other charges after fleeing a collision in Guelph Friday evening.

Approximately 6:45 p.m. a woman was slowing for stopped traffic on Speedvale Avenue West at Edinburgh Road North when her car was struck from behind. The other driver then switched lanes, mounted a curb and drove across the grass before fleeing the scene.

Investigation led to the identity of a suspect. Shortly after midnight, police were called for a disturbance outside a Woodlawn Road West business. One of the males involved in a physical altercation was the driver from the earlier hit and run and he was arrested.

A 35-year-old Puslinch man is charged with dangerous driving, failing to stop after a collision and driving while suspended. He will appear in court May 24.

Trespassing leads to criminal charges

Attempting to avoid a trespassing ticket led to criminal charges for a Guelph man who attempted to punch a police officer.

Approximately 3:15 p.m. Sunday a member of the Guelph Police Service was on foot patrol downtown when he spotted a male entering a business and knew him to be banned. The officer escorted the male from the business and intended to issue a ticket under the Trespass to Property Act.

The male became irate and tried to walk away. When the officer tried to stop him the male turned and attempted to punch the officer in the head. He was taken to the ground and arrested.

A 28-year-old Guelph man is charged with assaulting police and two counts of breaching a probation order. He will appear in court May 31.

Total calls for service in the last 72 hours – 599