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Grey Bruce OPP Police Press Releases

Weapon & Drug Bust – Christopher Bikker Arrested

(GREY BRUCE, ON) – One individual is facing charges following an investigation into the rash of property crime occurring in the Municipality of Meaford and the execution of a search warrant at a residence by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Grey Bruce Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

On July 25, 2024, at 3:28 p.m., members of the Grey Bruce CSCU executed a search warrant at a residence on Marshall Street in the Municipality of Meaford.

During the search officers discovered two firearms, a 22-calibre rifle, a pellet gun, kitchen appliances and three bicycles. Total estimated value of seized items  is approximately $22,000.

Charged with the following offences is 43-year-old Christopher Bikker of Meaford with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 (two counts)
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000 (five counts)
  • Trafficking in Stolen Goods Under $5000
  • Breach of Firearms Regulation – Store Firearm or Ammunition
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon
  • Posses Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order (two counts)
  • Possession of a Firearm Knowing Serial Number has been Tampered with
  • Possession of Schedule I Substance – Cocaine
  • Possession of Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

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

The investigation is continuing, and further charges are pending.

The Grey Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(DRYDEN, ON) – An investigation led by the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Dryden OPP Detachment, has led to charges being laid against three people.

On July 25, 2024, just after 11:00 p.m., a traffic stop was conducted on Highway 17 in the Municipality of Machin of a previously reported stolen vehicle. The investigation resulted in the arrest of three people. A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of suspected illicit drugs, including methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl and hydromorphone, morphine as well as other drug paraphernalia.    

As a result of the investigation, the following charges were laid.

Reuben STONEY, 33 years old, of Fort Severn First Nation, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of Property obtained by Crime over $5000
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Fail to Comply with Release Order – two counts

Brittney RIPLEY, 29 years old, of Dryden, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of Property obtained by Crime over $5000
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

Sean FLETT, 29 years old, of Machin, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of Property obtained by Crime over $5000
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

One accused was released on undertaking and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice August 26, 2024. Other two accused have been held in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice July 31, 2024, and August 02, 2024.  

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, 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).

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

2 Facing Drug Charges

(DRYDEN, ON) – An investigation led by Dryden OPP Detachment, has led to charges being laid against two Manitoba residents.

On July 27,2024, just prior to 1:00 p.m., a traffic stop was conducted on Highway 17 by Bedworth Road, after an officer observed vehicle being driven erratically. During the investigation, officers searched the vehicle under the Cannabis Control Act, where a quantity of suspected illicit drugs, drug paraphernalia and cash were located.

As a result of the investigation Adam LEPP, 30-years-old, of Vassar, MB has been charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, Highway Traffic Act & Liquor License Act with the following offences:

·        Possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling

·        Distribute over 30g of dried cannabis

·        Distribute one or more cannabis plants

·        Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

·        Pass-roadway not clear – approaching traffic

·        Drive left of center – approaching crest of grade

·        Drive motor vehicle – no license

·        Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

Additionally, Candace DOKKEN, 36-years-old, of Vassar, MB has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following offence:

·        Possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling

·        Distribute over 30g of dried cannabis

·        Distribute one or more cannabis plants

The accused individuals have been released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on September 9, 2024, in Dryden. 

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, 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).

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OPP Police Press Releases SHELBURNE

Drug Bust – Matthew TSIMINOS Arrested

(SHELBURNE, ON) – Officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) seized a quantity of drugs and charged an individual after conducting a search warrant at a residence in the Town of Shelburne.

On July 19, 2024, members of the Dufferin Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), along with Caledon and Nottawasaga CSCU executed a search warrant at a home in Shelburne. The search warrant resulted in the arrest of one male who is facing multiple charges. In addition, the officers seized a quantity of various drug related items. 

Matthew TSIMINOS, a 39-year-old from Shelburne has been charged with:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

·        Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada

·        Adult Breach of Conditional Sentence Order

The following property was seized:

·        Cash

·        Cocaine

·        Replica handgun

·        Cell phones

·        Drug trafficking indicia

 The accused individual was held for a Bail Hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville as he was breaching his conditional sentence. The male was also wanted by Barrie Police and Nottawasaga OPP on unrelated charges.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – On the 23rd of July 2024 a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Warrant was executed at a residence in the Town of Lindsay by members of OPP Central Region Tactics and Rescue Unit, Central Region Emergency Response Team, Central Region K9 and members of the City of Kawartha Lakes OPP Community Street Crime Unit. As a result, the following was seized:

•        $8470 Canadian Currency

•        94 Grams of Fentanyl

•        21.2 Grams of Cocaine

•        38 Benzodiazepines

•        Indicia of trafficking

As a result, Ronald Fitzgerald of Lindsay is charged with

•        Poss. Property over $5000

•        Poss. Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

•        Poss. Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl

•        Poss. Purpose of Trafficking – Clonazepam

•        Fail to Comply with Probation Order

Kaylynn Beacock of Lindsay is charged with:

•        Poss. Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl

•        Poss. Purpose of Trafficking – Clonazepam

Both are held for a bail hearing.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to serving our province by protecting its’ citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

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OPP Police Press Releases TYENDINAGA

Loaded Firearm & Drugs Seized

(TYENDINAGA TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Lennox and Addington (L&A) County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two people with multiple offences.

On July 21, 2024, just before 1:30 a.m., officers received a call for a collision on Thomas Street in Deseronto. It was reported that a vehicle had flipped onto its side after colliding with an unoccupied, parked vehicle, and that two people had fled on foot. Investigation revealed the vehicle to have been stolen.

Officers attended and apprehended a female a short time later, who was transported to hospital with minor injuries.

Officers then located a male who was subsequently arrested. A search incident to arrest yielded a loaded firearm. Officers additionally located and seized ammunition, a baton, and a quantity of suspected cocaine.

Katelyn SINCLAIR, age 29, of Centre Hastings was charged with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Carrying concealed weapon
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose – three counts
  • Careless use of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Transport firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in a careless manner
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Theft over $5,000 of a motor vehicle
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – cocaine
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Assault
  • Breach of recognizance

Brodie BERNHARDT, age 30, of Belleville was charged with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Carrying concealed weapon
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose – three counts
  • Careless use of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Transport firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in a careless manner
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order – two counts
  • Theft over $5,000 of a motor vehicle
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – cocaine
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Obstruct peace officer
  • Fail to comply with probation order – two counts

Both accused were held in custody pending a bail hearing.

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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – Cocaine, methamphetamine and a firearm were seized as a result of an investigation and execution of a warrant in Kirkland Lake.

On July 16, 2024, shortly after 7:30 p.m, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Highway 112 in Pacaud Township. As a result, the driver of the vehicle was arrested and a search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of drugs.

The OPP Northeast Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with the assistance of the Kirkland Lake/South Porcupine Criminal Investigation Unit (CIU) and the North Bay Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) authored and executed a search warrant at a residence on Tweedsmuir Road in Kirkland Lake. During the execution of the search warrant, police seized drugs suspected to be cocaine and methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia and a loaded handgun. The total estimated street value of the seizure was $130,000.00.

As a result of the investigation, Emily CRAWFORD, 31 years-of-age of Kirkland Lake, was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking (two counts)
  • Possession of methamphetamine for the purpose of trafficking
  • Unauthorized possession of a restricted firearm
  • Careless storage of a firearm
  • Possession of a loaded restricted firearm

Further, Tyler GODIN-BLAKE, 30 years-of-age of Kirkland Lake, was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking
  • Unauthorized possession of a restricted firearm
  • Careless storage of a firearm
  • Possession of a loaded restricted firearm

Both accused persons were held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice on July 17, 2024.

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Cochrane OPP Police Press Releases

David BURGER – Cocaine

(COCHRANE, ON) – One arrested for driving on a disqualified licence, vehicle impounded for 45 days.

On July 12, 2024, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Railway Street in Cochrane.

An investigation revealed the driver’s licence was disqualified under the criminal code, and the driver was arrested. A search incident to arrest yielded a small amount of a substance suspected to be cocaine.

As a result, David BURGER, 43 years-of-age of St. Catherines was charged with the following:

·        Operation while prohibited under the criminal code

·        Possession of a schedule I substance – Cocaine

The accused was released from custody and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cochrane on August 13, 2024. The vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

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Arkona

Drug Bust – 2 Arrested

(ARKONA, ON) – On July 4, 2024, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Lambton County Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU) along with Strategic Operations Intelligence Unit (SOIU), and Anishinabek Police Service arrested four individuals after a traffic stop was conducted in Arkona.

At approximately 11:00 p.m., members of the Lambton OPP CSCU, in partnership with SOIU and Lambton OPP uniform officers conducted a traffic stop on Townsend Line, Arkona.

As a result of the investigation, four individuals were taken into custody without incident. Police seized a quantity of suspected fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, trafficking materials, and currency estimated at over $17,000.

Jacob KACZANOWSKI, 36-year-old of Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation, has been charged with the following:

  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance for purpose of trafficking (two counts)
  • Failure to comply with release order

Todd LUCAS, 52-year-old of Petrolia, Jamie MILLIER, 34-year-old of Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation, and Marianne DODGE, 59-year-old of Forest have also been charged with the following offence:

  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking

All accused have been released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 7, 2024, in the City of Sarnia.

If you have information of any crime activity in the area, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Your call could make our communities safer for all. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or submit a tip online at www.sarnialambtoncrimestoppers.org where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Hearst OPP Police Press Releases

Shawn LECOURS – Cocaine

(HEARST, ON) – A driver was charged with driving while impaired, and three days later was charged for driving suspended.

On July 3, 2024, at approximately 8:00 a.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a suspected impaired driver of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in Hearst.

Police located the vehicle in a parking lot on Front Street in Hearst, and upon speaking with the driver, police determined that they had been consuming an alcohol beverage. The driver was arrested and transported to the Hearst detachment for further testing. 

As a result of the investigation, Shawn LECOURS, 41 years of age of Jogues, was charged with the following:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 14, 2024, in Hearst. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle (tractor only) was impounded for seven days.

On July 6, 2024 shortly after midnight 12:00 a.m., James Bay OPP stopped a motorcycle on Des Groseillier Road, in Hanlan Township, north of Hearst. The driver was found to have a suspended driver’s licence and was arrested. 

As a result of the investigation, Shawn LECOURS, 41 years of age of Jogues, was charged with the following:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance- Cocaine

·        Driving while under suspension

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 14, 2024, in Hearst. The motorcycle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sioux Lookout

Drug Bust – Names Released

(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – On July 8, 2024, officers from the Sioux Lookout Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged three people for drug trafficking offences in the Municipality.

At approximately 1:45 pm, officers on general patrol conducted a traffic stop on Highway 72. Through investigation it was determined that the driver was suspended, the vehicle was not insured, and the driver and occupants were in possession of drug paraphernalia and illicit substances.

Following investigation, Kenneth VENEMA, 61 years old, from Thunder Bay, has been arrested and charged with the following Controlled Drug and Substances Act and Canadian Automobile Insurance Act offences:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – two counts,

·        Operate Motor Vehicle without insurance, and

·        Produce false insurance.

As well as facing additional charges under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act.

Additionally, Elsa SHAKAKEESIC, 32 years old, and Layla GRAY, 22 years old, both from Thunder Bay, are charged with two counts each of Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking.

All accused remain in police custody and will appear in Kenora Ontario Court of Justice Bail court on July 9, 2024.

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit substances in Sioux Lookout, 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.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) seized a large quantity of drugs and weapons.

On July 6, 2024, just before 7:00 p.m., officers of Orillia OPP were on general patrol on Barrie Road, in the City of Orillia. Officers observed a motor vehicle was travelling in a manner consistent with driving impaired, therefore a traffic stop was initiated. Upon speaking with the occupants, the officer noticed a cannabis joint in the motor vehicle, therefore the occupants were detained for further investigation. During the initial investigation, police located:

–      Police pepper spray

–      A prohibited knife

–      A conductive energy weapon.

–      Canadian Currency

Through investigation, officers formed grounds the occupants were trafficking in illegal substances. The motor vehicle was seized, and a warrant was obtained to search the vehicle fully.

The warrant was executed, and the following was seized by police:

–      A loaded Smith and Wesson revolver handgun

–      164.5 grams of fentanyl

–      6.9 grams of cocaine

–      37 hydromorphone

–      1 oxycodone

As a result of this investigation, Irshad AHMED, 41-year-old of the City of Barrie has been charged with:

–      Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order, contrary to section 117.01(1) if the Criminal Code of Canada (CC) x2

–      Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition contrary to section 92(2) CC

–      Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm section 91(1) CC

–      Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm section 94 CC.

–      Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition section 95(1) CC

–      Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm section 95(1).

–      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 section 354(1)(a)

–      Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose section 88 CC

–      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm section 92(1)

–      Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking-Opioid contrary to section 5(2) of the Controlled Drug and Substance Act (CDSA)

–      Possession of schedule 1 substance- opioid section 4(1) CDSA

–      Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking- Cocaine section 5(2) CDSA

–      Possession of schedule 1 substance- cocaine section 4(1)

–      Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking-other drugs section 5(1) CDSA

–      Possession of schedule 1 substance- other drugs section 4(1) CDSA x2

Further, Ishmael SINCLAIR, 38-year-old of North York, has been charged with:

–      Possession of Firearm ammunition contrary to prohibition order section 117.01(1) CC x18

–      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 section 354(1)(a)

–      Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition contrary to section 92(2) CC

–      Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm section 91(1) CC

–      Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm section 94 CC.

–      Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition section 95(1) CC

–      Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm section 95(1).

–      Unauthorized possession of prohibited device section 92(2)

–      Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose section 88 CC x5

–      Carry concealed weapon section 90 CC.

–      Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition section 92(2) CC x4

–      Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking-Opioid contrary to section 5(2) of the Controlled Drug and Substance Act (CDSA)

–      Possession of schedule 1 substance- opioid section 4(1) CDSA

–      Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking- Cocaine section 5(2) CDSA

–      Possession of schedule 1 substance- cocaine section 4(1)

–      Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking-other drugs section 5(1) CDSA

–      Possession of schedule 1 substance- other drugs section 4(1) CDSA x2

Both accused parties were held in custody pending bail hearings.

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(DRYDEN, ON) – An investigation led by the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Dryden OPP Detachment, has led to charges being laid against two local residents.

On July 2,2024, just prior to 11:00 p.m., a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant was executed at a residence on North Minnitaki Road, Municipality of Machin, where a quantity of suspected cocaine, Canadian currency, and evidence of drug trafficking were located.

As a result of the investigation, Jaden SKYE, 22 years old, of Minnitaki, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following offences:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

Additionally, Vanessa SKYE, 52-years-old, of Minnitaki, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following offence:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking

The accused individuals have been released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on July 29, 2024, in Dryden.  

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, 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).

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(DRYDEN, ON) – Two individuals are facing drug trafficking and weapons charges following an investigation led by the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Dryden OPP Detachment and the Northwest Region Canine Unit.

On July 3, 2024, just prior to 5:00 p.m., a traffic stop was conducted on Highway 17, in the Township of Zealand. The investigation resulted in the arrest of two individuals and the seizure of suspected illicit drugs, including cocaine, methamphetamine, oxycodone, hydromorphone, and fentanyl, as well as a firearm, Canadian currency, and evidence of drug trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, Marko SHKILNY, 29-years-old, of Toronto, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following offences:

·        Resist peace officer

·        Obstruct peace officer

·        Assault with a weapon

·        Flight from peace officer

·        Dangerous operation

·        Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a Prohibition Order (2 COUNTS)

·        Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

·        Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was a prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm

·        Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

·        Possession of a firearm knowing that the serial number has been tampered with

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking (5 COUNTS)

·        Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

Additionally, Bryson DUCHARME, 29-years-old, of Sioux Lookout, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following offences:

·        Resist peace officer

·        Obstruct peace officer

·        Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose,

·        Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was a prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm

·        Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

·        Possession of a firearm knowing that the serial number has been tampered with

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking (5 COUNTS)

·        Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

The accused individuals have been remanded into custody at the Kenora District Jail where they are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on July 9, 2024.

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, 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).

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Kapuskasing OPP Police Press Releases

4 Arrested In Drug Bust

(KAPUSKASING, ON) – Cocaine, methamphetamine, and morphine seized during the execution of a search warrant in Kapuskasing.

On June 27, 2024, at approximately 10:30 a.m., the North East Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with the assistance of the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a search warrant at a residence on Byng Avenue in Kapuskasing.

During the investigation, four people were arrested, and police seized drugs suspected to be cocaine, lorazepam, diazepam, chlordiazepoxide, clonazepam, methamphetamine, morphine, a .22 calibre starter pistol, a cell phone, and $500 in Canadian currency. The total estimated street value of the seizure was $18,000. 

As a result of this investigation, Melissa BOUCHARD 39-years-of-age of Cochrane, Levi LEACH 33 years-of-age of Kapuskasing, and Myriam SIGOUIN 38 years-of-age of Kapuskasing, were arrested and charged with the following:

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid

·        Possession of a schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking – Lorazepam (two counts)

·        Possession of a schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking – Diazepam

·        Possession of a schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking – Chlordiazepoxide

·        Possession of a schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking – Clonazepam

·        Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

·        Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000

Further, Aaron HANSEN, 48 years-of-age of Kapuskasing was arrested and charged with the following:

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid

·        Possession of a schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking – Lorazepam (two counts)

·        Possession of a schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking – Diazepam

·        Possession of a schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking – Chlordiazepoxide

·        Possession of a schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking – Clonazepam

·        Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

·        Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000

·        Failure to comply with release order (two counts)

Three of the above accused persons (Bouchard, Hansen, and Leach) were released and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing on a future date.

 The accused person Sigouin remains in custody and will next appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing on July 5, 2024.