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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

GPS Daily Update 15Jan2025: FB Harassment, Panhandler Assaults Victim & Robbery

Facebook posts lead to harassment charge

A St. Mary’s woman has been charged with harassment over Facebook posts targeting a Guelph couple.

In early January, the Guelph Police Service began receiving calls from residents concerned about the welfare of two dogs at a south-end residence. After posts were made online, the dogs’ owners reported several instances of people showing up and yelling at them, trying to gain access to their backyard and even flying a drone over their house and photographing it.

Officials from Provincial Animal Welfare Services (PAWS) visited the home several times and are satisfied the dogs are being properly cared for and are not in danger.

Police spoke to the owner of one Facebook page, who refused to take down posts identifying the dogs’ owners and encouraging people to continue visiting the property and to boycott their small business. She also offered via Facebook to share the victims’ address with anyone who wants it.

On Tuesday a 57-year-old St. Mary’s woman was arrested for harassing communications. She will appear in court February 21.

Panhandler pulls knife on staff

A Guelph man faces several weapons charges after a panhandler pulled a knife Tuesday on an employee of a south-end business.

Approximately 11 a.m. police were called to a business near Stone Road West and Edinburgh Road South. The manager had received several complaints about a man approaching patrons in the drive-through and aggressively asking for money. When the manager asked the man to leave he pulled out a large knife and pointed it at the manager in a threatening manner.

Officers responded quickly and located the suspect nearby. The knife was located in his jacket pocket.

A 42-year-old Guelph man is charged with assault with a weapon, possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, carrying a concealed weapon, breaching a probation order, failing to leave when directed and soliciting in an aggressive manner under the Safe Streets Act.  He was held for a bail hearing Wednesday.

Robbery arrest

A Guelph woman is charged with robbery after an employee at a business was assaulted Tuesday night by someone attempting to steal a large amount of merchandise.

Just before 11 p.m. police were contacted by staff from a business on Silvercreek Parkway North about an aggressive female inside the store. She had filled a cart with $2,800 worth of products and was drinking a canned beverage she had not paid for.

When an employee approached her about consuming the beverage the woman became belligerent. She attempted to leave the store with the full cart and when an employee intervened the woman threw the beverage, striking the employee and staining her clothing.

Police arrived a short time later and arrested the woman. Investigation revealed she is currently before the courts for two similar incidents over the Christmas holidays.

A 39-year-old Guelph woman is charged with robbery. She was held for a bail hearing Wednesday.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 194

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

GPS Daily Update 14Jan2025 : $10k Wire Stolen, Officer Assaulted, Etc.

$10k in wire stolen from business

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after approximately $10,000 worth of wire was stolen from a west-end business.

On Monday police were called to a business near Speedvale Avenue West and Royal Road after employees discovered a storage container had been entered by cutting off a padlock. A number of spools of wire were stolen.

Employees also discovered a hole had been cut in the fence to gain access to the yard. It is believed the break-in occurred late Sunday or early Monday.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Abdullah Eidokheil at 519-824-1212, ext. 7415, email [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.

Second arrest in vehicle theft

A second man has been arrested in relation to a vehicle stolen from a north-end driveway earlier this month.

On January 3 police were called to a home near Woolwich Street and Division Street. The owner had placed her car keys on a table near the front door and when she awoke the keys and her car were missing.

A neighbour provided security video which showed a male approaching the victim’s house and then a short time later the vehicle being reversed from the driveway. During the investigation it was learned the car had been involved in a collision just outside the city. A witness had given the driver a lift back into Guelph.

On January 6, a 35-year-old Guelph man was arrested on several charges including break and enter and motor vehicle theft.

Investigation by the Guelph Police Service Break Enter Auto Theft Unit revealed shortly after the car was stolen it was used to pick up a second man from an address nearby. This second man was driving the car when it was involved in the collision.

On Monday a 56-year-old Eden Mills man was arrested. Investigation revealed he is currently bound by 10 different driving prohibitions. He is charged with possessing stolen property over $5,000 and 10 counts of driving while prohibited. He will appear in bail court Wednesday.

Arrest for spitting at officer

A Guelph man was arrested Monday for spitting at a Guelph Police officer.

Approximately 9:30 a.m. officers were at a downtown social service agency at the request of staff to speak to a male who was acting erratically. During the conversation the male continually spat on the floor and a table. When asked to stop doing so he spat towards an officer, who was not struck.

A 22-year-old Guelph man was arrested for assault police. He will appear in court February 21.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 206

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Cobourg Police Service Police Press Releases

CPS Daily Update 10Jan2025

A 42-year-old Roseneath woman is facing charges after police conducted a traffic stop on Friday morning.

On January 10, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., police on patrol observed a vehicle that appeared to be making evasive maneuvers to avoid police interactions.  The vehicle abruptly turned onto Patterson Street from Division Street before entering the business parking lot.  A traffic stop was conducted and through investigation it was determined the driver was a prohibited driver. 

The driver, a 42-year-old woman from Roseneath, was arrested and charged with three counts of Operation while prohibited contrary to section 320.18(1)(a) of the Criminal Code.

The accused was released on an undertaking with a future court date. 

A 34-year-old Cobourg man is facing charges after theft from vehicle reported to police Wednesday.

On Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at about 6:50 a.m., police responded to a report of a theft from a vehicle in the area of Elgin Street West and Burnham Street in Cobourg.

The complainant advised his vehicle was entered overnight and his luggage was taken, including his credit card and passport.

The credit card was used at a local business multiple times. Police identified a suspect and located the suspect in the area of Division Street a short time later.

As a result of the investigation, a 34-year-old Cobourg man was arrested and charged with thirteen counts of possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000, twelve counts of unauthorized use of credit card, theft under $5,000, possession of a schedule I substance (cocaine), and breach of probation.

The accused was held for bail.  

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas Police Service

STPS Daily Update 11Jan2025

A 39-year-old St. Thomas man was arrested yesterday morning following a vehicle entry and theft that occurred overnight. The victim was alerted to the theft after receiving notifications on his phone from his financial institution regarding suspicious account activity. In addition to the victim’s passport and cash, the victim’s credit cards were stolen and used at two St. Thomas convenience stores. Police identified the accused via store surveillance footage and located him a short time later. The male is charged with Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000 and two counts of Use Credit Card. He was released with a future court date. ST25000544.

Unlawfully in a Dwelling

A 31-year-old male and his 30-year-old female partner were arrested and charged on Friday after reports of people squatting in an apartment building under construction. The building owner arrived that morning and found signs of forced entry. Police including members of the Critical Incident Response Team attended to safely clear the building. Inside, the two accused parties were located and taken into custody without incident. They are each charged with Unlawfully in a Dwelling and were transported to police headquarters where they were later released with a future court date. ST25000554.

Later that day, police were called to a multi-unit home near the city centre for reports of an unknown person inside the common laundry room, refusing to leave the premises. Police attended and located a 45-year-old female. The female was arrested for unlawfully in a dwelling and transported to police headquarters for processing where she was later released with a future court date. ST25000560.

Shoplift

An unknown person dressed in all black including a face covering attended a local convenience store on Friday afternoon and stole two bottles of red wine. The suspect was captured on store surveillance. If you have any information about this incident, please contact the STPS at 519-631-1224 or submit a tip to www.stthomas-elgincrimestoppers.ca. Refer to ST25000556.

Police are reviewing video in an attempt to identify a male suspect involved in a shoplifting incident Friday afternoon. The male attended a local grocery store, selected several food and miscellaneous items, and left on foot after making no attempt to pay for the $100 in goods. If you have any information about this incident, please contact the STPS at 519-631-1224 or submit a tip to www.stthomas-elgincrimestoppers.ca. Refer to ST25000572.

Warrant Arrest

A 49-year-old female was arrested by the Sarnia Police Service yesterday afternoon. The female was wanted on a first instance warrant held by the STPS for failing to comply with her release order. Members of the STPS met with Sarnia Police to continue the arrest and transport the female back to STPS for processing. The female was later released with a future court date. ST25000581.

Mischief

On Friday evening police responded to an apartment building in the downtown area for reports of a tenant causing damage to a wall in the common room. Police attended and observed a hole in the drywall and reviewed video of the incident. A 29-year-old male has been identified as the suspect that caused the damage. Police are applying for a warrant for the male’s arrest. ST25000583.

Shoplift/ Breach of Probation

A 34-year-old St. Thomas man was arrested last night for three counts of Fail to Comply with Probation after he was caught shoplifting at a local grocery store. An employee observed the theft and confronted the male outside of the store. The accused turned over the stolen food and left the area on foot. Police identified the male via store surveillance and learned that he was bound by conditions not to attend at that particular business. Police located the male later that night and arrested him without incident. He was released with a future court date. ST25000591.

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas Police Service

STPS Daily Update 09Jan2025

An 18 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested and charged after an incident in the city last night. At approximately 9:15 p.m. on Wednesday January 8th 2025, officers were called to locate the 18 year old who had left their residence after stealing a quantity of beer, contrary to a court ordered curfew and probation order. The individual was located in the 500 block of Talbot Street and advised of the grounds for their arrest. The individual became combative and punched the arresting officer in the face while kicking and spitting on police. Officers gained control of the teen who has been charged with:

  • 5 counts of Failure to Comply with Probation
  • Resist Peace Officer
  • Assault Peace Officer
  • Theft under $5,000
  • Person under 19 years old having liquor (LLCA)

The 18 year old was transported to police headquarters where they were processed and held for a morning court appearance. ST25000469

Theft

A 33 year old St. Thomas resident has been charged after being identify as the person responsible for stealing packages from an apartment building. Through investigation and review of video surveillance, the individual was identified and has been charged with Theft under $5,000. A warrant for arrest has been requested. ST25000440

Approximately $435 in merchandise has been reported stolen from a retail store on Talbot Street. On Wednesday January 8th 2025, officers attended the store to investigate the report of two unknown individuals entering the store, gathering the items and then leaving through an emergency exit, failing to pay. Video surveillance of the incident is being reviewed as police continue to investigate. ST25000468

Mischief

The front window of a building in the 300 block of Talbot Street has been reported damage. This morning, officers on community patrol were flagged down by a concerned citizen who noticed the damage. Video surveillance of the area is available and being reviewed. This remains under investigation. ST25000479

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

CKPS Daily Update 09Jan2025

Chatham-Kent Police

On January 8th, 2025, at approximately 13:26hrs, the Intelligence Unit along with the assistance of the Emergency Response Team arrested a 42-year-old male who operated a black Volkswagen Tiguan SUV, during a traffic stop stemming from a drug investigation. A previously obtained search warrant for the vehicle was subsequently obtained. During the execution of the warrant officers located the following items inside the vehicle:

-A loaded .40 calibre Glock handgun
-129 grams of cocaine
-6 oxycodone tablets
-A digital scale

At 13:59hrs members of the Intelligence Unit also executed a search warrant at the male’s residence, located at Pearl Crescent in the city of Chatham. A systematic search of the residence was completed during which time officers located the following items:
-A loaded .22 caliber revolver handgun
-8 grams of methamphetamine
-0.7 grams of fentanyl
-1.4 grams of cocaine
-15 codeine tablets
-26 clonazepam tablets
-47 tabs of lysergic acid
-Debt lists
-Numerous rounds of ammunition

Total street value of the controlled substances is estimated $13,000. The male was arrested and was charged with the following offences. He currently held in custody and is pending a bail hearing.

Count 1: Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking S. 5(2) CDSA – Cocaine
Count 2: Possession of a Schedule I Substance S. 4(1) CDSA – Fentanyl
Count 3: Possession of a Schedule I Substance S. 4(1) CDSA – Methamphetamine
Count 4: Possession of a Schedule IV Substance S. 4(1) CDSA– Clonazepam
Count 5: Possession of a Schedule III Substance S. 4(1) CDSA – Lysergic Acid Diethylamide
Count 6: Possession of a Schedule I Substance S. 4(1) CDSA– Oxycodone
Count 7: Possession of a Schedule I Substance S. 4(1) CDSA– Codeine
Count 8: Occupant of a Motor Vehicle Knowing There was a Firearm S. 94 CC
Count 9: Possession of a loaded Restricted Firearm S. 95(a) CC
Count 10: Possession of a loaded Prohibited Firearm S. 95(a) CC
Count 11: Careless Storage of Firearm S. 86(1)

The Chatham-Kent Police Service remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community. We continue to monitor ongoing investigations and encourage residents to report any suspicious activities to assist in maintaining public safety.

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Guelph Police Daily Update 09Jan2025

A Guelph man has been arrested in connection with two recent break-ins in the same north-end neighborhood.

Just before 10 a.m. last Friday, police were called to an address on Woolwich Street near Division Street. The owner said she had placed her car keys on a table near the front door the previous evening, and when she woke the keys and her car were missing.

A neighbour provided security video which showed a male approaching the victim’s house and then a short time later the vehicle being reversed from the driveway. During the investigation it was learned the car had been involved in a collision just outside the city. A witness had given the driver a lift back into Guelph.

On Monday police were called to a home in the same neighbourhood where the owner reported his shed had been entered and two e-bikes were stolen.

The Guelph Police Service Break Enter Auto Theft Unit took over both investigations and were able to identify a suspect. On Wednesday a warrant was executed at an apartment close to both crime scenes and a 35-year-old Guelph man was arrested.

He is charged with two counts of break and enter, theft of motor vehicle, possessing stolen property under $5,000 and driving while suspended. He was held for a bail hearing Thursday.

E-bike stolen from business

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a costly e-bike was stolen during a break-in at a downtown business.

Approximately 10 p.m. Wednesday police received a call from the owner of a Wyndham Street North business, who had received a notification of a break-in. Security video showed a male gaining access by breaking a window on a back door.

He was inside for less than 30 seconds and stole a grey Trek Allant+ 7 e-bike valued at $4,500. He was wearing a long grey coat with the hood up, green or black pants, a black backpack and gloves.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Aaron Miller at 519-824-1212, ext. 7383, email [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.

Driver rams cruiser and flees

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after the driver of a pick-up rammed a police cruiser and fled Wednesday afternoon.

Shortly after noon, an officer was patrolling on Woolwich Street when the cruiser’s automated licence plate reader (ALPR) flagged a vehicle associated to a suspended driver. The officer attempted to pull over the black GMC Sierra pick-up as it entered the East Parkade on Macdonell Street.

A male passenger exited the truck and fled on foot. The driver intentionally reversed into the cruiser, causing minor damage, before fleeing the area. He also caused damage to the parkade entrance arms. The truck was not pursued in the interest of public safety. The driver was described as a light-skinned black male wearing a brown coat and blue medical mask.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Karson Massey at 519-824-1212, ext. 7594, email [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.

Vacant nursing home entered

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a break-in at a vacant nursing home this week.

Just before 9 a.m. Wednesday, police were called to an address near Metcalfe Street and Speedvale Avenue East after the owner arrived and discovered damage inside.

Investigation revealed unknown suspects had entered the building sometime overnight by prying open a door leading to the basement. Several interior doors were also damaged and security cameras either damaged or removed entirely. A quantity of cash was stolen from a safe in the office area.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Cameron Keddie at 519-824-1212, ext. 7431, email [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 – 239

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Belleville Police Service Police Press Releases

Belleville Police Daily Update 08Jan2025

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 66 calls for service over a 24-hour period beginning at 5:00 am on January 7, 2025 to 5:00 am on January 8, 2025

Traffic stop leads to charges

On the 7th of January at 6:42pm, an officer conducted a vehicle stop in the city’s east end after an ALPR (Automatic License Plate Recognition) hit showed a suspended driver attached to a vehicle.  A 2019 Nissan was stopped after the license plate information revealed the registered owner was suspended for unpaid fines.  During the investigation, the officer also discovered that there was no valid insurance on the vehicle.  As a result, a 32-year-old Brighton man was charged with drive under suspension and drive motor vehicle with no insurance.  The driver was issued a summons for Provincial Offences court in February. 

Theft of shopping carts

A business located near Sidney St. and Bridge St. West contacted the Belleville Police Service on the 7th of January to report that over the previous month, 27 shopping carts have been stolen from the property.  The shopping carts have a value of approximately $8000.  Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the stolen carts is asked to contact the Belleville Police Service at 613-966-0882 or Quinte Crime Stoppers.

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas Police Service

St. Thomas Police Daily Update 08Jan2025

A 44 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested and charged with several offences after police were called to a disturbance downtown. This morning, at approximately 1:20 a.m. officers attended the area of Princess Avenue and Talbot Street to move along an unwanted person who had been involved in an altercation. Through investigation, officers learned the individual was wanted on an outstanding warrant with the London Police Service.

While attempting to arrest the individual, the accused became combative, actively resisting while kicking and spitting at police.  The individual was transported to police headquarters where a search incident to arrest, found a quantity of illicit drugs.

As a result of, the 44 year old St. Thomas resident has been charged with:

  • Resist peace officer
  • Two counts of assault peace officer
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – opioid
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – methamphetamine
  • Possess unmarked cigarettes

The individual was processed and released on appearance notice.

No injuries were reported. ST25000408

Warrant Arrests 

A 30 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 7th 2025, the individual attended the Elgin County Courthouse to turn themselves in on an outstanding warrant for one count Break and Enter, stemming from an incident in August. The individual was processed and released with a future court date. ST25000359

A 28 year old London resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 7th 2025, the individual attended St. Thomas Police Headquarters to turn themselves in on an outstanding warrant for Assault and Assault with a Weapon following an investigation into an incident that occurred in February of 2024. The individual was processed, attended court and was released on an undertaking with a future court date. ST25000363

A 28 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 7th 2025, the individual attended the Elgin County Courthouse to turn themselves in on an outstanding warrant for Uttering Threats and Failure to Comply with Probation stemming from an incident in December. The 28 year old was processed, appeared before the court and was released with a future court date. ST25000369

Fraud 

A St. Thomas resident is out almost $13,000 after falling victim to a bank scam. It was reported that while out of the country the victim received a call from who they believed to be a representative from their bank, making them aware of fraudulent credit card transactions. The victim provided their security information after the caller stated it was required to cancel the transactions. The victim later learned several flights had been purchased with their credit card and the call they had received was a scam. ST25000336

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Guelph Police Daily Update 08Jan2025

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after two people stole more than $2,200 worth of lipstick from a south-end business.

Just after 7 p.m. Saturday, a man and woman entered a business near Stone Road West and Scottsdale Drive. As the woman pretended to look at fragrances while watching employees, the male began placing handfuls of items in his jacket. They left the store five minutes after entering.

In total, 136 Maybelline lipsticks with a value of $2,242 were stolen.

The man was described as mid-30s, 5’8” with a medium build, olive complexion and dark facial hair. He was wearing a black workwear-style jacket, beige sweater, jeans and a black baseball cap.

The woman was also mid-30s, 5’6” with a medium build, olive complexion, dark hair and a large nose. She was wearing a long beige winter jacket, black sweater and a zebra-print toque.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Jonathan Schleen at 519-824-1212, ext. 7570, email [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 arrested for threats, damage

A Guelph man faces charges after three employees of a supportive housing complex were threatened.

On Tuesday, officers were called to the home in the north end of the city for a physical disturbance, during which one of the residents damaged a fire extinguisher.

While officers were on scene they learned of another incident a week earlier during which three employees had to lock themselves in an office while a resident  pounded on the door, demanding cigarettes and threatening to harm the workers.

A 26-year-old Guelph man is charged with mischief under $5,000 and three counts of uttering threats. He will appear in court February 21.

Missing court leads to arrest

A missed court date led to more charges for a Guelph woman Tuesday.

On Tuesday morning, officers patrolling downtown located a man and woman on Baker Street. Investigation revealed the woman was wanted for missing a December court date for robbery and assault. She was placed under arrest and further investigation revealed she is also on release conditions with a term not to associate with the male.

A 41-year-old Guelph woman is charged with failing to attend court and failing to comply with an undertaking. She was held for a bail hearing and has been released to appear in court January 28.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 214

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas Police Service

St. Thomas Police Daily Update 07Jan2025

A 23 year old St. Thomas resident wanted by our service on several outstanding provincial driving offences, has been arrested. On Monday January 6th 2025, the individual attended police headquarters to turn themselves in on the outstanding warrants dating back to March of 2023. The 23 year old was processed and transported to the Elgin County Courthouse for a court appearance. ST25000306

A 30 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested as the result of a suspicious person call. On Monday January 6th 2025, officers were called to the 300 block of Wellington Street for the report of an unknown person walking in and out of the street and on properties in the area. Officers located the individual and through investigation learned the 30 year old was wanted by our service on several outstanding warrants from 2023 and 2024. The individual was transported to police headquarters where they were processed and held for a morning court appearance. ST25000326

A 29 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. This morning, at approximately 2 a.m. officers on community patrol located the individual known to them to be wanted by our service for one count Break and Enter, as the result of an investigation in December. The 29 year old was transported to police headquarters where they were processed and released on an undertaking with a future court date. ST25000350

Failure to Comply 

A 31 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Monday January 6th 2025, STPS were notified by a remote monitoring vendor that the individual had entered an area they are conditions to not be near. Officers attended the address provided and located the individual. The 31 year old has been charged with Failure to Comply with Release Order and Failure to Comply with Probation and held for a morning court appearance. ST25000344

A 20 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Monday January 6th 2025, officers were called to an address on the west side of the city to move along an unwanted person. Officers attended and located the 20 year old who was known to them to be wanted by our service on an outstanding probation warrant. The individual was additionally charged with Failure to Comply with Probation, transported to police headquarters and held for a morning court appearance. ST25000346/0347

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Belleville Police Service Police Press Releases

Belleville Police Daily Update – 06Jan2025

Propane tank thieves caught

A call to a north end business led to the arrest of two individuals late Friday.

Shortly before 10 p.m. officers were dispatched to a business on Millennium Parkway for a report of a theft.

Staff reported two people broke into a storage area and made off with a propane tank.

Police located the suspects nearby and one was found to be on court-imposed conditions not to be in the area of the business.

Charged with theft under $5,000 and breach of probation is Terry Peterbaugh, 51 of no fixed address. Also charged with theft under $5,000 in relation to the incident is Stella Olmstead, 47, of no fixed address.

Both were released with a February court date.

Be wary of parking lot jewelry sales

Officers are investigating after a bait-and-switch theft in the parking lot of a Millennium Parkway business Saturday afternoon.

Shortly before 4 p.m. what appeared to be a family approached a woman walking through the parking lot of a north end business. The family implied they were attempting to sell an expensive necklace – and offered for her to try it on.

As the woman was putting on the necklace that was apparently for sale, the thieves stealthily removed an expensive piece of jewelry from the woman.

The family then left the scene with the woman’s jewelry in hand.

An investigation into identifying the group is underway, however the public is cautioned to be wary of anyone offering to sell merchandise or items in what could be considered a suspicious way.

Impaired driver arrested

What was initially a suspicious vehicle call turned into an overnight stay at the Belleville police station for a 34-year-old man, Saturday.

Officers were called to a Tracey Street address for a report of a suspicious man sitting in a vehicle in a parking lot at 9:18 p.m.

Police spoke with the male and detected the odour of alcohol on his breath.

Following an investigation, he was arrested and charged with impaired driving and driving with more than the legal limit of alcohol in his blood (Over 80 mgs).

While talking to witnesses during the investigation, officers were advised of what was believed to be a domestic dispute involving the male and a female at a nearby residence.

It was alleged the male broke into the female’s home while she was sleeping.

As a result, the male was additionally charged with Criminal Harassment and Break and Enter. He was held for a bail hearing on Sunday.

Given the domestic nature of the incident, the male’s name is not being released to protect the identify of the victim involved.

Bar to a bar fight

A 44-year-old Harrowsmith man was held in police custody overnight following a physical altercation at a bar on North Front Street early Sunday.

Officers were dispatched to the scene shortly before 1 a.m. Staff advised a man, who became involved in a fight at the bar had left and returned with a metal bar to continue the altercation.

The male was detained by staff until police arrived. He was arrested and charged with public intoxication and held until sober.

Driver on bail conditions nabbed

A driver was held for a bail hearing following a traffic stop on Dundas Street West early Monday.

An officer pulled a vehicle over shortly after 1 a.m. for a traffic violation.

A check of the driver found him to be on release conditions which included a curfew of 9 p.m. until 6 a.m.

The 47-year-old Quinte West resident was arrested, charged with breaching his conditions and held for a bail hearing today.

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Guelph Police Daily Update 06Jan2025

Father, teen son arrested during break-in

A Toronto man and his teenaged son were among three people arrested Friday evening during a break-in at a Guelph business.

At 7:30 p.m. police received a call from a witness who advised he had caught three males stealing metal products from a business near Dawson Road and Woodlawn Road West and had blocked in their vehicle with his transport truck.

Officers arrived a short time later and found the three still on scene.

A 40-year-old Toronto man, his 15-year-old son and a 25-year-old Etobicoke man are all charged with break and enter. All were released with February court dates.

$20,000 in cigarettes stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after thousands of dollars in cigarettes were stolen from a Guelph business early Sunday.

Just after 1 a.m., the manager of a business near Eramosa Road and Metcalfe Street called to report a break and enter in progress. Officers arrived three minutes later but the suspects had just left.

Security video revealed three men arrived in a white car and parked in front of the business. One of the males smashed the glass door and all three entered. They stole cigarettes valued at $18,000 to $20,000 and a small amount of cash.

All three males were dressed in dark clothing with ski masks and gloves. Two are believed to have brown skin and the third had white or lighter brown skin.

While en route to the business, officers passed a white car later determined to be stolen from Peel Region, but it is not known if it was involved in this incident.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Abdullah Eidokheil at 519-824-1212, ext. 7415, email [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.

Vehicle stolen and then crashed

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a vehicle was stolen from the owner’s driveway and then crashed.

Just before 10 a.m. Friday police were called to an address on Woolwich Street near Division Street. The owner said she had placed her car keys on a table near the front door the previous evening, and when she woke the keys and her car were missing.

A neighbour provided security video which showed a male approaching the victim’s house and then a short time later the vehicle being reversed from the driveway. During the investigation it was learned the car had been involved in a collision just outside the city.

Officers spoke to a witness, who reported she offered the male driver a lift back into Guelph and dropped him near Eramosa Road and Victoria Road North. The male was described as white, approximately 50 years of age, 5’6,” thin build with dark curly hair and a grey moustache. He also had a heavy accent and walked with a slouch. He was wearing a grey coat, black toque and glasses.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Anthony Hall at 519-824-1212, ext. 7582, email [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.

Two impaired arrests

Two Guelph men face impaired driving charges following separate incidents on the weekend, including one which partially closed a south-end street.

Approximately 7:20 p.m. Saturday, emergency services were called for a report of a man passed out in a vehicle at a business near Edinburgh Road South and Kortright Road West. Officers located a male unconscious in the driver’s seat of a running vehicle with the transmission in the Drive position. Firefighters broke the car’s window to gain access to him.

Officers noted tinfoil with brown residue on the passenger seat and burned ashes on the man’s clothing. He was transported to hospital and later performed poorly on a drug recognition evaluation.

Investigation revealed he is a prohibited driver as a result of a previous impaired driving conviction. A 34-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving and driving while prohibited.

Approximately 7:40 a.m. Sunday, police were called for a collision at the intersection of Laird Road and Southgate Drive. A vehicle had struck a light standard, knocking it down and partially blocking the road. Officers spoke to the driver and noted a strong odour of alcohol on his breath.

He was placed under arrest and tests at the police station revealed he had more than twice the legal amount of alcohol in his system. A 24-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving, dangerous driving, driving while suspended and novice driver having alcohol in their system.

Both drivers had their licences suspended and their vehicles seized and were released with upcoming court dates.

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 72 hours – 537

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas Police Service

St. Thomas Police Daily Update – 04Jan2025

Robbery and arrest of Suspect:

On the 29th of December 2024 the St Thomas Police Service attended a south end residence for reports of a dispute between a homeowner and a male contractor – that allegedly left the homeowner pushed to the ground and a large quantity of cash stolen by the contractor. The homeowner then attempted to prevent the contractor from leaving in his vehicle and was left hanging from the vehicle for a short period as it left the scene. Incident ST2402336.

On Friday the 3rd of January 2025 the 45-year-old London resident was located and arrested on a traffic stop in London conducted by a joint effort between the St Thomas Police CIRT team members and the plain clothes Street Crime unit. The male party was transported back to the St Thomas Police Service charged with Robbery, Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, and later released with a future court date and conditions. ST25000129.

Warrant arrest:

On Friday the 3rd of January a 31-year-old female turned herself in at the St Thomas Police Service on an outstanding warrant for breaching conditions of her GPS monitored bail plan. The St Thomas resident was arrest, held for court, and later released by the courts. Incident ST25000140.

Vehicle Entry/Theft:

On Friday afternoon a resident living on the north side of the city reported an entry to their vehicle overnight while parked unlocked in the laneway. A pair of sunglasses valued at over $200.00 was taken. If you, or anyone you know, has any information related to this matter please contact the St Thomas Police Service or visit www.stthomascrimestoppers.ca and reference Incident ST25000155.

Bail Violations:

The St Thomas Police Service have submitted a warrant application to arrest a 53-year-old female for breach of her court mandated bail conditions. The female had not been reporting to the Police station as per conditions of her release. Incident ST25000161.

Intimate Partner Violence:

On Friday afternoon St Thomas Police were contacted by a female resident who reported being assaulted by her partner. Through investigation Police learned that the female’s partner had assaulted her and pelted her with household items. She was not injured. A warrant is currently being sought for the 50-year-old male party- charged assault and assault with a weapon. Incident ST25000164.

R.I.D.E:

Overnight officers on general patrol conducted a R.I.D.E. program. St Thomas Police Service is happy to announce that no concerns for impairment were observed. A great start to the new year! Incident ST25000189.

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Belleville Police Service Police Press Releases

Belleville Police Daily Update 03Jan2025

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 85 calls for service between 5:00 am on 2 January, 2025 to 5:00 am on 3 January, 2025.

Stunt driving

On 2 January, 2025, at 10:05pm, an officer on patrol observed a vehicle travelling at a very high rate of speed on Old Highway 2 near Old Kingston Road. The vehicle was clocked on radar travelling at 115km/h in the posted 60km/h zone. A 22-year-old Belleville male was charged with stunt driving. The male’s driver’s licence was suspended for 30 days, and his vehicle was impounded for 14 days. He will appear in court on 3 March, 2025 to answer the charge.

Mischief

On 25 December, 2024, between 10:00pm, and 12:00am, an unknown suspect in the area of Harder Drive and Deacon Place slashed the tires on 10 different vehicles. Police were able to obtain a picture of the suspect who is described as a younger male, wearing a rust brown jacket and blue jeans. Anyone with information or anyone who may have footage of the suspect or incident is asked to contact Cst Brandon Miller at [email protected] .