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Police Press Releases Windsor Police Service

Teen Kidnapping & Extortion Gang Arrested After Violent Assault

The Windsor Police Service has arrested four teenagers in connection with a kidnapping and extortion incident earlier this month.

Shortly after midnight on August 11, 2025, a male was walking in the 500 block of St. Joseph Street when he was confronted by four suspects in a stolen 2012 Subaru Legacy. Armed with a handgun and a machete, the suspects threatened the victim and forced him into the vehicle.

The victim was held against his will for roughly two hours, during which he was repeatedly assaulted and threatened with weapons. At one point, the suspects drove to a convenience store in the 300 block of Mill Street, pressed a machete to the victim’s stomach, and ordered him to steal alcohol. After complying, the victim was further assaulted and sprayed with a noxious substance before eventually escaping at a nearby park.

Following an investigation by the Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit, arrest warrants were issued for four youth suspects.

On August 14, at approximately 4 p.m., the OPP-led Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad arrested a 15-year-old male in the 900 block of Howard Avenue.  

The following morning, officers arrested a 17-year-old male at a residence in the 800 block of Gladstone Avenue.

Shortly before 3 p.m. on August 19, the ROPE Squad located and arrested the remaining two suspects, both 15-year-old males, in the 90 block of Pine Street in Chatham.

All four suspects have been charged with:

  • Kidnapping
  • Extortion
  • Forcible confinement
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Failure to comply with a YCJA sentence (x 2)

The 17-year-old male is also charged with assault with a weapon.

One of the 15-year-old males is also charged with assault with a weapon (x 2), wearing a disguise with intent to commit an indictable offence, and a third count of failure to comply with a YCJA sentence.

Another of the 15-year-old males is also charged with wearing a disguise with intent to commit an indictable offence.  

Under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the identities of the accused cannot be released publicly.  

The stolen Subaru Legacy was later recovered by officers on Lillian Avenue, just north of Erie Street East.  

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com. 

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Police Press Releases Sarnia Police Service

Kidnapping & Fentanyl Arrests – Names Released

On February 5th 2025 at 8:20 pm, the Sarnia Police Service Offender Management Unit located the two remaining people wanted in connection to the Stuart Street Kidnapping from January 10th 2025.

Officers were at a Confederation Street business on another matter when a taxi was observed pulling up.  Officers recognized one of the occupants as being wanted on outstanding arrest warrants with Sarnia police.  Further investigation revealed the identity of anther occupant to also be wanted on outstading warrants. 

Upon arrest and subsequent search, both persons were found to be in possession of a quantity of fentanyl resulting in additional charges being laid.

Police Seized the following:

  •  65.28g of fentanyl (Street value of $6528)
  •  $510 Canadian currency

Todd GRAHAM-GREY (37-years-old) of Sarnia was held for bail for the following offences:

  • Kidnapping
  • Break and enter
  • Mischief under $5000
  • Forcible confinement
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking

Cassandra BATES (43-years-old) of Sarnia was held for bail for the following offences:

  • Kidnapping
  • Break and enter
  • Mischief under $5000
  • Forcible confinement
  • Assault 
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking

The other two accused persons have remained in custody since their arrests.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Kidnapping & Robbery – One Arrested

(BANCROFT, ON) – The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person following a report of a kidnapping in the town of Bancroft.

In September 2024 a resident of Bancroft was taken against his will to Ottawa and forced to withdraw a large amount of cash from different bank branches. The resident was then driven back to Bancroft and dropped off unharmed.

After a lengthy investigation by the Bancroft OPP Crime Unit, an arrest warrant was issued for an Ottawa resident.

On Tuesday, January 28, 2025, the wanted individual was located and arrested during a routine traffic stop by Upper Ottawa Valley by OPP officers.

Bienvenu MOLEMANGABO, age 22, has been charged with:

  • Robbery using firearm
  • Extortion while using firearm
  • Kidnapping while using firearm
  • Forcible confinement
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm
  • Possession property obtained by crime over $5,000

The accused was remanded in custody following a bail hearing on January 29, 2025. Police believe this was a targeted incident and do not believe there to be a danger to the public.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Victim Bound With Rope And Put In Box Rescued – 4 Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police are investigating an alleged kidnapping incident of a local Orillia man, four persons facing a variety of charges.

On January 12, 2025, just before 8:30 pm, officers of the Orillia OPP were dispatched to a Disturbance on the Rail Trail off James Street West in the City of Orillia. Witnesses reported hearing a voice yell for help. Upon arriving at scene, officers located the victim who had been placed into a plastic box, bound with rope, and had signs of being recently assaulted. Officers on scene provided first aid treatment until paramedics from Georgian Ambulance arrived on scene to assist. The victim was transported to a local hospital, and later to a Toronto area hospital for further medical treatment.

Members of the Orillia Detachment Major Crime Unit, as well as the Forensic Identification Services (IDENT) assisted with continuing the investigation. This included a Search Warrant being executed at a residence located on Moffat Street in the City of Orillia.

As a result of the investigation, four persons have been identified and are facing charges.

Ryan MARS, 38-year-old of Orillia has been charged with the following:

·      Aggravated Assault CC 268,

·      Kidnapping CC 279(1)(a),

·      Forcible Confinement CC 279(2),

·      Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm CC 264.1(1)(a),

·      Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose CC 88,

·      Attempt Obstruct Justice CC 139(1) and CC 139(2), and

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order CC 733.1(1)

Ashley NEWMAN, 38-year-old of Orillia has been charged with the following:

·      Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm CC 264.1(1)(a),

·      Aggravated Assault CC 268,

·      Kidnapping CC 279(1)(a), and

·      Forcible Confinement CC 279(2)

Daniel BOONSTRA, 32-year-old of Orillia has been charged with the following:

·      Kidnapping CC 279(1)(a)

Bronson RITCHIE, 34-year-old of Orillia has been charged with the following:

·      Kidnapping CC 279(1)(a),

·      Failure to Comply with Release Order CC 145(5)(a), and

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order CC 733.1(1)

All involved parties have been held in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia for bail hearings.

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Peel Regional Police Police Press Releases

Police Rescue 3 Kidnap Victims – 10 Arrested

Peel Regional Police
Peel Regional Police

Region of Peel – Investigators from the 22 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau have arrested and charged ten people in relation to a kidnapping investigation. 

On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, our patrol officers along with 22 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau investigators attended an address in the area of Kennedy Road & Conservation Drive in the City of Brampton, in response to a kidnapping investigation. With the assistance of our Tactical Unit, police entered the residence and located three victims within the residence, who were rescued and brought to safety. Subsequent to that, police executed search warrants, which resulted in the seizure of a loaded Ruger Security 9 handgun, a Glock 17 Gen 5 handgun and ammunition.

As a result of this investigation, a total of ten parties were located inside the residence, arrested and charged with the following criminal offences:

  • Kidnapping
  • Forcible Confinement
  • Assault Cause Bodily Harm
  • Various Firearms Offences

They were all held for special bail hearings at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton. 

Anyone with information can contact the 22 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at 905-453-2121, extension 2233. Information may be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.  

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OPP Police Press Releases South Dundas

Steven MARSOLAIS – Kidnapping, Assault, Etc.

(SOUTH DUNDAS TWP, ON) – A North Grenville resident is facing serious charges after a dispute over a stolen motorcycle turned violent.

On September 10, 2024, a 30-year-old man in North Grenville was threatened, forced into a vehicle and driven to a location in South Dundas. Later that day, the victim suffered multiple stab wounds. The victim was also coerced, under threat, into committing illegal acts.

On Thursday, September 12, 2024, as a result of an extensive investigation by the SD&G and Grenville OPP Crime Units, with assistance from the OPP Emergency Response Team, Steven MARSOLAIS, age 39 of North Grenville, was arrested and charged with:

  • Assault causing bodily harm
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Kidnapping
  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm – two counts
  • Conspiracy to commit an indictable offence
  • Theft under $5000

The accused was remanded into custody following a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on September 20, 2024.

Investigators believe the incidents also involved two other unidentified people, a male and a female.

Anyone with information on these incidents, including the identity of the others involved, should contact the SD&G OPP Crime Unit at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident E241216711. Anyone with information who wants to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Victim Kidnapped Off Street For Sex Slavery Rescued – FORD & BROWN Arrested

Two males are in custody for kidnapping after they forced a female into a vehicle and drove to a hotel in Mississauga.

On Sunday, March 31, 2024, at approximately 10:40 p.m., members of West Division responded to a check on well being call in the area of Kings Crescent and Burcher Road, in Ajax. Police were contacted after the victim did not return to her residence for her curfew. The victim was last seen entering a vehicle with unknown males.

Further investigation revealed that the victim had been communicating with a suspect male via the social media app Yubo, earlier in the day. The victim made arrangements to meet with the suspect in the afternoon, but the suspect did not show up. Later that evening the victim was out walking with a friend when the suspect approached her in a vehicle, being driven by another male. The suspect forced the victim into the vehicle and fled the area. The victim later texted a friend that she needed help and was being forced into the sex trade.

Police located both the victim and the two suspects at a hotel in Mississauga. Both suspects were taken into custody without incident, and the victim was transported to a place of safety.

The victim did not sustain any physical injuries.

Oneil FORD, age 19 from Oshawa is charged with: Kidnapping.

Deshawn BROWN, age 20 from Pickering is charged with: Kidnapping.

Both males were held for a bail hearing.

A support network for survivors of human trafficking has been established in the Region of Durham. These services can be accessed via www.stopht.com.

Victim Services of Durham Region is available for anyone who needs free, confidential support without judgment. Visit their website at www.victimservicesdurham.ca.

Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact the Human Trafficking Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5600.

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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Halton Regional Police Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert: Richard Neil – Kidnapping, Sexual Assault

Region of Peel – As a result of a multijurisdictional joint forces investigation, investigators from Peel Regional Police, Halton Regional Police, and Waterloo Regional Police, have charged a British Columbia man in a series of historical sexual assaults on children.

The investigation, known as Project Woodland, related to historical sexual assaults on children occurring from 1992 to 1995 in the involved services respective regions.     

On March 3, 2024, investigators arrested and charged Richard Neil, a 64-year-old man from British Columbia, with 20 criminal charges, including the following alleged offences:

  • Kidnapping
  • Uttering Death Threats
  • Sexual Assault
  • Sexual Assault with a Weapon
  • Sexual Interference
  • Invitation to Sexual Touching
  • Administering Noxious Thing with Intent
  • Forcible Confinement

He was held for a bail hearing.

There is a publication ban in place to protect the identity of the victims, and no additional information is being released at this time.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Peel Regional Police, Special Victims Unit at 905-453-2121, extension 3460. 

Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or by visiting PeelCrimeStoppers.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tyendiaga Mohawk Territory

Ashley CUMMINGS Arrested – Kidnapping, Assault, Threats, Etc. Etc.

(TYENDIAGA MOHAWK TERRITORY, ON) – The final individual, wanted in connection with a home invasion, kidnapping and assault in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory has been arrested.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad located and arrested Ashley CUMMINGS, age 36, on February 28, 2024 in Deseronto. She is charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon – two counts
  • Kidnapping
  • Conspiracy to commit and indictable offence-kidnapping
  • Forcible confinement
  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm
  • Robbery with violence
  • Theft under $5000
  • Break and enter with intent to commit and indictable offence
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Disguise with intent

CUMMINGS will remain in custody, with a bail hearing scheduled for February 29, 2024 before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville.

Five other individuals are already before the courts on similar charges.

The incident happened January 28, 2024, around 4:30 a.m., at a residence on Atsia Court on Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory. It was reported that several individuals had entered the home, assaulted a male and took him away in a vehicle. He was assaulted again and was then dropped off in another part of the community. The victim did not suffer any life-threatening injuries.