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OPP Point Edward Police Press Releases

Infant Dead – Police Investigating

(POINT EDWARD, ON) – Members of the Lambton County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a death of an infant in Point Edward.

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 1:23 a.m., emergency services responded to a report of an unresponsive infant at a residence on St. Clair Street. The infant was transported to hospital and pronounced deceased.

The investigation is being conducted by the Lambton OPP Crime Unit under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Anyone with information is being asked to call the Lambton County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Huronia West OPP Police Press Releases

Collapsed Building – One Deceased

(Huronia West, ON) – Members from the Huronia West Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) had an increased presence around Station Street in Glen Huron, for a reported collapsed building.

On February 21, 2025, at approximately 1:31 p.m., officers were dispatched to a reported collapsed building on Station Street in Glen Huron. Officers attended with Clearview Township Fire and Simcoe County EMS and confirmed that a building had collapsed due to unknown circumstances. Through investigation, a 55 -year-old, male was located deceased inside and the investigation remains ongoing.  Station Street remained closed for the afternoon as the investigation continued but has since been re-opened.

The Huronia West OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about this incident, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.stopcrimehere.ca, call 1-800-222-8477, or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122

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Port Loring

Fatal Fire

(PORT LORING, ON) – The North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fatal structure fire in Port Loring that resulted in one death and another person being transported to hospital.

On February 17, 2025, at approximately 7:15 a.m., the North Bay OPP, the Argyle Fire Department, and North Bay Ambulance responded to a residential fire on Lovers Lane in Port Loring.

An 80-year-old resident of Port Loring was pronounced deceased at the scene. A second individual was transported to hospital by ambulance. The deceased has been sent to Sudbury for a postmortem examination.

The North East Region (NER) OPP Forensic Identification Service (FIS) and the Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) are assisting with the investigation. The Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario – Ontario Forensic Pathology Service are also involved. At this time, foul play is not suspected.

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OPP Police Press Releases Whitewater Region

2 Dead – Few Details Released

(WHITEWATER REGION TWP, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating the deaths of two individuals in the Township of Whitewater Region.

On February 16, 2025, shortly after 2:30 p.m., officers responded to a call where a property owner located two deceased individuals. While the cause of death cannot yet be confirmed, investigators believe there is no threat to public safety.

The UOV Crime Unit is continuing the investigation with assistance of OPP Forensic Identification Services (FIS) and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario (OCCO) and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OFPS).

The investigation is in the early stages and no further details can be released at this time.

If anyone has any information that may assist the investigation, they should contact the UOV OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or at www.valleytips.ca.

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

79 Year Old Dead After Being Locked Out Of Assisted “Living” Facility

Additional charges have been laid in the death of a 79-year-old resident in the care of an assisted living facility in Oshawa.

On April 1, 2023, members from East Division were called to an assisted living facility in relation to a death at Aspira Traditions of Durham Retirement located at 1255 Bloor Street East. A 79-year-old female resident was located on a bench outside the facility. Paramedics attended and brought the female to the hospital where she was pronounced deceased.

An investigation revealed the vulnerable female entered a stairwell and exited the building at approximately 7:30 p.m. on March 31, 2023. Over the course of the night, the female attempted to gain access to the building but was unable because the doors were locked. She sat on a bench and was located the following morning without vital signs.

An autopsy was performed and the cause of death of the 79-year-old was as a result of exposure to the elements.

Two employees of Aspira Traditions were charged in December, 2024. Another employee, as well as the business have since been charged.

Jessica WHITE, age 32, of Whitby is charged with: Criminal Negligence Causing Death.

Aspira Traditions of Durham Retirement Living, located at 1255 Bloor Street East, Oshawa is charged with Criminal Negligence Causing Death.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Peden of East Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1659.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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Police Press Releases Saugeen Shores Police

Police Interact With Citizen – One Dead

Saugeen Shores Police Service officers were dispatched to the area of Stafford Street and Johnston Avenue shortly before 5:00am on Tuesday, February 4th 2025.

An adult male was located in medical distress and was transported to hospital. The male has since been pronounced deceased.

The investigation is ongoing. Next of kin has been notified.

There are no concerns for public safety.

If you have any information that could assist police with this investigation please call 519-832-2500.

(This investigation is unrelated to the active missing person investigation)

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There will be an increased police presence in the area of Stafford St / Johnston Ave for an active investigation . There are no concerns for public safety. More information will be shared once available. ^sg

(This investigation is unrelated to the active missing person investigation)

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AGCO

19 Year Old Found Deceased – Mister Wolf Gets 60 Day Suspension

TORONTO, Jan. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued a Notice of Proposal (NOP) for a 60-day liquor sales licence suspension of Mister Wolf at 567 Queen Street West in Toronto, Ontario. Following a review, the AGCO has reason to believe the licence holder contravened the Liquor Licence and Control Act, 2019 (LLCA) and its Regulations after a 19-year-old patron was discovered dead inside the establishment.

The AGCO’s review established that on Saturday, May 25, 2024, a patron was seated with a group at a VIP area inside the premises, where they were served three large bottles of liquor. After consuming numerous drinks throughout the night, the patron began repeatedly stumbling, staggering, losing his balance, engaging in physical altercations with other patrons, and exhibiting visible signs of intoxication. At no point did security or staff at the establishment intervene in any way. Shortly after 1:00 AM, the patron proceeded up a stairwell that was supposed to be cordoned off. He was found deceased inside the stairwell the following afternoon. A toxicology analysis confirmed a blood alcohol content of more than twice the legal driving limit under the Criminal Code of Canada. Based on the information available, the AGCO has concluded that, contrary to the LLCA, Regulation 746/21, subsection 43(1), the licensee permitted intoxication to occur on the licensed premises. Staff at the licensed establishment knew or ought to have known that the deceased was exhibiting clear signs of intoxication and failed to intervene as required.

In reviewing the circumstances and evaluating similar precedent, the AGCO is proposing a 60-day suspension of Mister Wolf’s liquor sales licence. The AGCO will be closely monitoring the licence holder’s plans for corrective actions and their implementation following the suspension.

Throughout this process, the AGCO has worked closely with the Toronto Police Service, who have separately laid charges under the LLCA. That matter is proceeding in the Ontario Court of Justice.

The AGCO holds liquor licensees to high standards for the safe and responsible sale of alcohol. Liquor licence holders must ensure their customers are not served to intoxication or permit intoxication on their premises. It is the responsibility of all licensees to ensure their staff are properly trained to recognize the signs of intoxication.

An establishment served with a Notice of Proposal has the right to appeal the Registrar’s action to the Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT), an adjudicative tribunal independent of the AGCO and part of Tribunals Ontario.

The AGCO is committed to ensuring that the alcohol sector operates with honesty, integrity and in the public interest.

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OPP Police Press Releases Trent Hills

Another Dies In Custody

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating an incident which occurred at Warkworth Institution in the Municipality of Trent Hills.

On January 3, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the Northumberland OPP received a report regarding an inmate who was transported to a local hospital and later airlifted to another medical centre.

On January 12, 2025, the 30-year-old male, from Toronto, was pronounced deceased.

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of the individual. No other information can be provided at this time.

The Northumberland OPP Crime Unit is conducting the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from the OPP Forensic Identification Services.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or stopcrimehere.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Temagami

82 Year Old Snowmobiler Found Deceased

(TEMAGAMI, ON) – One person has died after the snowmobile they were riding went through the ice on Lake Temagami.

On January 6, 2025, at approximately 4:15 p.m., members of the Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with members of the Bear Island Police Service, responded to an incident of a missing snowmobiler after the rider failed to return home.

Officers assisted by OPP Aviation Services, OPP Northeast Emergency Response Team (ERT) as well OPP Underwater Search and Recovery Unit (USRU) began the search.

On January 7, 2025, the 82-year-old person from Temagami was located deceased. The investigation is ongoing under the direction of the Office of the Chief Coroner and Forensic Pathology Service (OCC-FPS).

OPP reminds anglers and outdoor enthusiast to carefully evaluate ice conditions before heading out onto the ice as conditions can change rapidly.

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OPP Police Press Releases Saugeen First Nation

Infant Dead, Two Arrested – Names Released

(SAUGEEN FIRST NATION, ON) – Two people are charged following an infant death investigation on Saugeen First Nation.

On March 26, 2023, the Grey Bruce Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with Bruce County Paramedic Services and the Saugeen Fire Department, responded to a call concerning an unresponsive infant at a residence on Scotch Settlement Road, Saugeen First Nation. The nine-month-old infant was transported to hospital and pronounced deceased.

As a result of the investigation, Michael RANTON, 33 years of age of Saugeen Shores, and Dakota ROOTE-BESITO, 28 years of age of Saugeen First Nation, were each charged with criminal negligence causing death contrary to section 220(b) of the Criminal Code.

Both accused have been held in custody pending a bail hearing scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice in Walkerton on January 7, 2025.

The Grey Bruce OPP Crime Unit conducted the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Anyone with information to call the Grey Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Malahide OPP Police Press Releases

Deceased Found On Shore – Identity Unknown

(MALAHIDE, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are conducting a death investigation after a deceased individual was discovered on the shoreline of Lake Erie, Township of Malahide.

On January 4, 2025, members of the Elgin OPP were dispatched to Waneeta Beach after a member of the public located a deceased individual on the shore.

The identity of the deceased has not yet been determined.

The investigation is ongoing with the assistance of Elgin OPP Crime Unit and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

There is no threat to public safety.

Updates will be provided when available.

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OPP Police Press Releases TEMISKAMING SHORES

One Located Decased After Falling Through Ice

(TEMISKAMING SHORES, ON) – One person has been found deceased and the search for second person continues after they were observed going through the ice.

On December 29, 2024, at approximately 03:00 p.m., The Temiskaming Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call for assistance after reports of two people had gone through the ice at Pete’s Dam Park, on Pete’s Dam Road in the City of Temiskaming Shores.

The Temiskaming OPP, OPP North East Emergency Response Team (ERT), and the OPP Underwater Search and Recovery Unit (USRU) began the search of the two individuals with the assistance of the Temiskaming Shores Fire Department and the Temiskaming Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

The search is continuing for the second person. The OPP are asking the public to avoid the area as they continue their investigation in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

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OPP Police Press Releases Walpole Island First Nation

Fatal Hit & Run – Suspect & Large

(WALPOLE ISLAND FIRST NATION, ON) – One person is dead following a fail to remain motor vehicle collision on Austin Road, Walpole Island First Nation.  

On August 25, 2024, at approximately 2:56 a.m., the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Walpole Island First Nation Police and emergency services responded to a report of a collision involving a motor vehicle and a pedestrian.

Investigation determined that a pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle on the roadway, which then fled the scene.

The pedestrian, a 47-year-old of Walpole Island First Nation, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Austin Road, between Creek Road and River Road was closed for several hours but has since reopened. Information and updates will be provided when they become available.

West Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team is assisting with the investigation and encourages anyone with pertinent information to contact police at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.   

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Goderich OPP Police Press Releases WFP

66 Year Old From ACW Deceased

(GODERICH, ON) – On July 31st, 2024, at approximately 11:50 a.m., Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Huron County Paramedic Services, Goderich Fire Department and the Canadian Coast Guard (JRCC Trenton) attended the Goderich pier for a report of an unconscious person in the water.

The individual was located by the Canadian Coast Guard and transported to the Goderich Hospital where they were pronounced deceased after extensive life-saving efforts by emergency responders and hospital staff. Officers investigated to find out more information about this individual’s identity. Some time later, a family member reported their loved one missing and the deceased individual was identified as a 66-year-old female from Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Township.

Police are working with the Office of the Chief Coroner to determine the cause of their death.

The Huron OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Huron-Perth Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.P3TIPS.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Marmora and Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Sea-Doo Incident

(MARMORA AND LAKE, ON) – One person is deceased after a collision on Crowe River.   

On July 20, 2024, just before 3:00 p.m., Central Hastings OPP, Marmora and Lake Fire Department and Hastings-Quinte Paramedic Services responded to a collision involving two personal watercraft (Sea-Doos) on Crowe River, near Crowe Lake, Marmora and Lake. 

The initial investigation indicates that a Sea-Doo with two occupants struck the rear of another Sea-Doo that also had two occupants. As a result of the collision, the operator of the Sea-Doo in front was transported to the hospital by ambulance with serious injuries and despite life-saving efforts, the 40-year-old male passenger from Quinte West was pronounced deceased.

The four occupants were wearing life jackets at the time of the collision.

The collision remains under investigation.