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Baldwin OPP Police Press Releases

3 Arrested At RIDE


(BALDWIN TOWSHIP, ON)- Police seize loaded handgun, Canadian currency and a large amount of drugs.

On September 16, 2024, at approximately 2:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) initiative on Highway 17 in Mckerrow.

At approximately 2:00 a.m., a black Suburban entered the RIDE program. While speaking to the driver, police detected the smell of freshly burned cannabis that was emanating from inside the vehicle. A subsequent search of the vehicle ensued with police locating a loaded 9mm Glock handgun, ammunition, over $1200 in Canadian currency, suspected cannabis marihuana, over four kilos of suspected cocaine, over 2400 tablets of suspected Hydromorphone tablets (approximate street value of the drugs $300,000).

As a result, the driver, Shahab, STANIKZAI, 43 years-old from Irondale, was charged with:

  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo
  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a prohibited weapon or restricted weapon
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Carrying concealed weapon
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Transport firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in a careless manner
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for trafficking-cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking-opioid (other than heroin)
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The front passenger Ali HAMAT, 40 years-old from Mississauga was charged with:

  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo
  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a prohibited weapon or restricted weapon
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Carrying concealed weapon
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Transport firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in a careless manner
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for trafficking-cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking-opioid (other than heroin)

The rear passenger Manasseh OSEI TUTU, 30 years-old from Brampton was charged with:

  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo
  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a prohibited weapon or restricted weapon
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Carrying concealed weapon
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Transport firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in a careless manner
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for trafficking-cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking-opioid (other than heroin)

The three (3) accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Espanola on September 16, 2024, and were remanded into custody.

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Moosonee OPP Police Press Releases

John TOZER Was Arrested

(MOOSONEE, ON) – One person was arrested on nine criminal weapons offences after a warrant was executed in Moosonee.     

On September 9, 2024, at approximately 6:00 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), executed a search warrant on Quarry Road in Moosonee. As a result of the search, police located several firearms, various types of rifle ammunition including 292 live rounds, and ammunition reloading equipment.

As a result of the investigation, John TOZER, 49 years of age from Moosonee, was arrested and charged with:

·        Careless storage of ammunition

·        Careless storage of a firearm (four counts)

·        Unauthorized possession of a firearm (four counts)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Moosonee on November 12, 2024.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Logan DONOVAN Arrested Following Shootings

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The second suspect connected to a firearm-related incident in Delhi has now been taken into custody.

On Wednesday, August 14, 2024, the Brantford Police Service arrested an individual in the City of Brantford who had been identified as the second suspect in an incident that occurred on the evening of Monday, June 10, 2024, in Norfolk County, where a firearm was discharged at two residences in Delhi.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 23-year-old Logan DONOVAN of Brantford, Ontario:

  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm,
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose,
  • Careless use of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition,
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm,
  • Discharge a firearm into or at a place in a reckless manner (two counts).

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

The OPP expresses its appreciation to the Brantford Police Service for their support during the investigation.

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OPP Picton Police Press Releases

Joshua CRONKWRIGHT – Was Arrested

(PICTON, ON) – Members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police have charged an individual with firearms offences.

On May 20, 2024, shortly after 2:00 a.m., officers were called to an address on Union Street in Picton where a firearm had been discharged and one individual was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. 

Joshua CRONKWRIGHT, age 30 from Prince Edward County was charged with the following offences:

  • Careless use of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo
  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Public mischief 

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on July 31, 2024.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Update: Female Suspect in Custody; Suspect Vehicle Seized

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – A female involved in a firearm-related incident in Delhi is now in custody, and investigators have seized the suspect vehicle.

On the evening of Wednesday, June 12, 2024, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Unit, assisted by the Brantford Police Service, executed a search warrant at an address on Jamieson Court in Brantford, Ontario.

During the search of the property, investigators located and seized a black 2016 Ford Escape SUV. This vehicle had been identified as being involved in an incident two days earlier, where a firearm was discharged from inside the vehicle towards residences on Talbot Road and Queen Street in Delhi, Norfolk County. A male and a female were observed arriving at and leaving these addresses in this vehicle.

At approximately 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, the female suspect was taken into custody without incident at an address on Elgin Street in Brantford, Ontario.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 24-year-old Shannon DYMENT of Brantford, Ontario:

  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm,
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose,
  • Careless use of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition,
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm,
  • Discharge a firearm into or at a place in a reckless manner (two counts).

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

Search efforts for the male suspect, identified as the driver of the Ford Escape SUV, are ongoing. He was described as Caucasian, approximately 20-30 years old, and was wearing a hat, sunglasses, a black balaclava, and a white shirt on the date of the incident.

The Norfolk County OPP Crime Unit is actively conducting an ongoing investigation and is appealing to the public for assistance. Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact the Norfolk County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online tip at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

Any updates will be provided as new information becomes available.

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Chatsworth OPP Police Press Releases

Free Guns For Criminals In Chatsworth

(CHATSWORTH, ON) – On April 12, 2024, the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call that a break and enter occurred at a seasonal residence in the Municipality of Chatsworth.

Police attended and learned that an unknown individual(s) entered the residence and removed a number of firearms, trail cameras and outdoor power equipment.

The firearms are described as one .22 caliber rifle and two handguns.

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

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Chatsworth OPP Police Press Releases WFP

TERRIFYING: Who Stole the Firearms and Swords in Chatsworth?

(CHATSWORTH, ON) – On April 6, 2024, the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call that a break and enter occurred at a residence in the Municipality of Chatsworth.

Police attended and learned that an unknown individual(s) entered the residence and removed a number of firearms and swords.

The firearms are described as .22 caliber rifles, 12 and 16 gauge shot guns.

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

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Masked Gunmen Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have recently charged four individuals with numerous offences.

On March 24, 2024, at approximately 12:30 a.m., Caledon OPP responded to a weapons-related call for service in the area of Beech Grove Sideroad and Horseshoe Hill Road, in the Town of Caledon. Officers received information that four masked individuals armed with firearms were outside of a private residence. Officers attended the location promptly and took four suspects into custody without incident or injury.

Investigators identified two suspects as:

·        Angad GOSAL, 18-year-old from Brampton

·        Bhavjit SANDHU, 18-year-old from Brampton

The other two suspects were identified as 16-year-old Brampton residents. Their identities will be withheld under the provision of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

All four suspects have been charged will the following:

·        Disguise with intent

·        Carrying concealed weapon

·        Imitation firearm – use while committing offence

·        Break, enter a place – commit indictable offence

·        Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose

The accused parties are set to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville at a later date to answer to the charges.

The Caledon OPP considers this an isolated incident and there is no threat to public safety.

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OPP Police Press Releases Walpole Island First Nation

Shots Fired – Two Arrested – Details Released

(WALPOLE ISLAND FIRST NATION, ON) – On April 1, 2024, at 3:50 p.m., members of the Walpole Island Police Service (WIPS) and Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were contacted regarding an individual being shot at by two individuals on Dump Road.    

Officers attended and confirmed no individuals had been injured. Empty firearm casings were observed on the ground in the area. A description of the suspects was obtained, which led to the officers locating and arresting them without incident.

Seneca DAY, 40-years-old of Walpole Island First Nation, and Tyler TAYLOR, 27-years-old of Chatham, have been charged with the following:

  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose,
  • Pointing a firearm and,
  • Discharge firearm with intent.

DAY is also facing two counts of possession of a schedule 1 substance after a search revealed a quantity of suspected cocaine and methamphetamine.

The accused have been remanded into custody following a bail hearing. 

If you have information on this event or any other 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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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Rene LAPIERRE – Threats & Firearms Charges

(BRANT, ON) – At approximately 7:05a.m., on March 31, 2024, members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to investigate a mischief complaint at a residence on Flagg Avenue in Paris.

Upon arrival, officers discovered that the complainant had been receiving threatening messages from a male individual. Additionally, it was found that the complainant’s vehicle had been damaged by the same individual using a BB gun.

As a result of the investigation, 39-year-old Rene LAPIERRE, from Paris has been charged with the following offences.

–      Utter Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm

–      Mischief Under $5000

–      Careless Use of a Firearm

LAPIERRE was taken into custody without issues and held for a bail hearing.

Members of the Brant County OPP are continuing to investigate and are seeking the public’s assistance with this investigation. If anyone has any information, they are being asked to contact police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Impaired With Sub Machine Gun – What Could Go Wrong?

A loaded firearm was located in a vehicle after a male was arrested for impaired driving in Scugog.

On Monday, April 1, 2024, at approximately 2:55 a.m., members of North Division were on proactive patrol in the area of Simcoe Street and Whitfield Road, in Scugog, when they initiated a traffic stop on a suspected impaired driver. The driver, who was exhibiting signs of impairment, was taken into custody without incident. A search of the vehicle was conducted following the arrest and a loaded modified Uzi sub machine gun with a high-capacity magazine, was located and seized.

Brock TATE, age 32 from Pickering is charged with numerous offences including: Operation While Impaired, Obstruct Peace Officer, Driving While Under Suspension, Occupy Motor Vehicle with Firearm, Possess Loaded Restricted/Prohibited Firearm, Possess Restricted/Prohibited Firearm Knowingly Not Holding a Licence, Possession of a Prohibited Device, and Possession of a Prohibited/Restricted Firearm Knowing its Possession is Prohibited/Restricted.

He was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. Crawford or Cst. Crichton of North Division at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2881 or 3019.

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 $2,000 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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Essa OPP Police Press Releases WFP

DONNELLY Facing Numerous Firearms Charges

(ESSA Township, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged an adult male with several weapons related charges.

On March 22nd, 2024, officers from the Nottawasaga detachment entered into an investigation of uttering threats in the area of Angus. As a result, a male party was arrested, and a loaded firearm and ammunition was seized. 

Members of the Nottawasaga OPP have laid 10 charges against Shawn DONNELLY, 50 years old, of Essa Township, related to weapon offences. The male was held for Bail and remanded into custody. The charges are as followed:

–      Careless use of a firearm (carry/handle)

–      Careless Storage of a firearm

–      Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

–      Carry concealed weapon

–      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

–      Knowledge of possession of firearm

–      Possession of loaded firearm

–      Tampering with serial number of a firearm

–      Resist Peace Officer

If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) 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.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Numerous Firearms Charges For Miguel OLSZEWSKI

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) were involved in a drug investigation which led to the arrest of two individuals.

On March 26, 2024, Officers seized approximately $6500 worth of Fentanyl, a cellular device and approximately $5000 in Canadian Currency, as a result of an investigation that had been ongoing since early March, officers located and arrested an individual who was wanted on an outstanding warrant.

Miguel OLSZEWSKI, 26 years old of Bancroft, Ontario, has been charged with:

·        Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition order- three counts

·        Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo- two counts

·        Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm- two counts

·        Unauthorized possession of a firearm- three counts

·        Fail to comply with Probation order- three counts

·        Careless use of a firearm

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking Fentanyl

·        Possession property obtained by Crime Under $5000

OLSZEWSKI was held pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on March 27, 2024.

Jill PRICE, 41 years old of Bancroft, Ontario, has been charged with Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm. PRICE will be attending a bail hearing on a later date at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville, Ontario.

If you are aware of any crimes and 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 Picton Police Press Releases

Cocaine & Weapons Bust

(PICTON, ON) – The East Region Community Street Crime Unit has arrested and charged two individuals after executing a search warrant in Picton yesterday.

On March 21, 2024 a search warrant was executed on Nery Avenue with the assistance of the East Region Tactics and Rescue Unit, Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit. As a result of the warrant, officers seized a firearm, a prohibited device, ammunition and a quantity of suspected cocaine.

Thomas MCCUMBER, age 34 and Amber RODGERS, age 28, both from Prince Edward County were charged with the following offences:

  • Possession of a schedule one substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of weapon

Both individuals were held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 22, 2024.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

$400,000 Drug Bust – Names Released

(BLIND RIVER, ON) – Two people have been arrested and charged for drug offences following a traffic stop on Highway 17.

On March 12, 2024, shortly after 11:00 a.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the North East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) conducted a traffic stop for a Highway Traffic Act violation on Highway 17 in Blind River.

Upon speaking with the occupants of the vehicle, police were able to detect an odour of cannabis, which led to the arrested of two people. A search of the vehicle was conducted and led to the seizure of approximately two kilograms of suspected Fentanyl, approximately one kilogram of suspected cocaine and a large quantity of suspected hydromorphone and oxycodone pills. The estimated street value of drugs seized is approximately $400,000. Police also located approximately $10,000 in Canadian currency, a handgun, ammunition, and multiple cellphones.

As a result of the investigation, Issak KHOSHABA, 28-years-old, from Brampton has been charged with:

  •  Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – three counts
  • Personation with intent to avoid arrest, prosecution or obstruct justice (identity fraud)
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  •  Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  •  Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order
  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of weapon of dangerous purpose
  • Driver fail to surrender licence
  • Driver fail to give identification
  • Use other person’s licence
  • Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit
  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Fail to have insurance card
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm or restricted weapon
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sault Ste Marie on March 28, 2024.

Adrian ARIAS, 52-years-old, from York has been charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – three counts
  • Unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of weapon of dangerous purpose
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm or restricted weapon
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sault Ste Marie on March 14, 2024.