Tag: London Police Service

LONDON, ON (April 28, 2020) – A Guelph man was arrested after resisting arrest and allegedly purposefully coughing in the direction of officers over the weekend.

On Saturday, April 25, 2020, at approximately 7:15 p.m., police received a 9-1-1 call in relation to a disturbance outside a residence on Stuart Street.

A man was arrested for breach of recognizance, and during the course of the arrest, he attempted to struggle with and pull away from officers. He intentionally began coughing in the direction of the officers’ faces, stating he had the coronavirus. While being placed in the back of the police cruiser, the man kicked in the direction of police.

One of the responding officers sustained minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Eusebio M. Da Costa, 57, of Guelph is charged with the following Criminal Code of Canada offences:

Resist arrest;

Two counts of assault a peace officer; and

Fail to comply with release conditions.

The accused was scheduled to appear in London court yesterday in relation to this matter.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to www.londoncrimestoppers.com

On Friday, April 25, 2014, two incidents of property damage were reported to the London Police Service. Graffiti was written in a laundry room in an apartment building on Connaught Avenue and on an exterior wall of a house on Harley Street.

The two incidents are hate motivated toward the black community and are believed to have been committed by the same suspect.

The suspect is described as Caucasian, 20-30 years, 5’10 (178 cm)

The London Police Service has identified a crime pattern of vandalism occurring in the Masonville and Stoneybrook neighbourhoods of London, near the intersection of Adelaide Street North and Fanshawe Park Road East. These incidents include: rocks thrown through the windows of homes and vehicles, eggs thrown at vehicles, cars keyed, and pranks such as doorbell ringing and property left on doorsteps.

These incidents which began June 6, 2014 are occurring overnight on Fridays and Saturdays between the hours of 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Teenagers on bicycles were seen leaving the area in two of the incidents.

The Crime Prevention Unit and Neighbourhood Watch have been engaged and proactive measures will be put into place in an attempt to prevent offences and identify offenders. The public is asked to be vigilant and report suspicious persons or circumstances to the London Police Service immediately.

Anyone with information on these crimes is asked to call the London Police Service at 519-661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

On June 23, 2014, members of the Guns and Drugs Section, consisting of members of the London Police Service and RCMP, were assisted by the Emergency Response Unit with executing a search warrant at a residence on Allen Place.

Seized were a Cobra Enterprises .380 semi-automatic handgun loaded with 8 rounds of ammunition, one 12 mg hydromorphone pill and a trace amount of cocaine.

As a result of the investigation, two 28-year-old men from London are being charged.
Loaded Firearm Seized
James Moody and Sean Tourand are being charged with the following Criminal Code of Canada offences:
– Possess firearm/ammunition while prohibited, contrary to section 117.01(1);
– Possess loaded regulated firearm, contrary to section 95(1);
– Carelessly storage of firearm, contrary to section 86(1);
– Possess prohibited firearm, contrary to section 92(1);
– Unlicenced person possess prohibited/restricted weapon, contrary to section 91(2); and
– Possess Schedule I substance for trafficking, contrary to section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

James Moody is further charged with unlawfully possess Schedule I substance, contrary to section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

Sean Tourand will be further charged with two additional counts of possess firearm/ammunition while prohibited, contrary to section 117.01(1) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

Sean Tourand is wanted for these offences and a warrant for his arrest is being sought. He is described as Caucasian, 5’7 (170 cm)

On Sunday, June 22, 2014, the London Police Service received a 911 call at 3:27 a.m. after hearing someone on the main floor of a student residence, located on Western Road.

Officers arrived at the address at approximately 3:30 a.m. and found two 21-year-old males attempting to back out of the lane way in the caller’s vehicle. The two men were arrested and the vehicle, as well as property in the vehicle that was taken from the home, were recovered.

As a result of the investigation, Noah Hamblin of London and Anthony Bernhardt of no fixed address, have been charged with the following Criminal Code of Canada charges:
– Break and enter, contrary to section 348(1)(b);
– Auto theft, contrary to section 333.1(1)(a); and
– Possession of property obtained by crime, contrary to section 354(1).

Noah Hamblin has further been charged with the following Criminal Code of Canada charges:
– Impaired operation of a motor vehicle, contrary to section 253(1)(a);
– Fail to submit to drug evaluation, contrary to section 254(5); and
– Breach of recognizance, contrary to section 145(3).

Anthony Bernhardt has further been charged with the following charges:
– Possession of a Schedule II substance, contrary to section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act; and
– Breach of undertaking, contrary to section 145(5.1) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

It is suggested that students close and lock all windows when no one is home; ensure all occupants have a key to the residence; and keep exterior doors locked at all times. Citizens are encouraged to report all suspicious activity to police by calling 519-661-5670; or in the case of an emergency, dial 911.

Now that the summer is here many vehicles sport the trailer hitch as an everyday attachment. Whether it’s yard materials, campers, boats, topsoil, moving kids to and from college and university dorms, summer is the time for “towing”. There are rules and regulations about towing, weights, licences, etc. that everyone pulling a trailer must know about but this message is simple; when you are done towing please remove the trailer hitch from the receiver.

Time and time again collisions of a minor nature end up with a great deal of damage simply because the trailer hitch has penetrated the bumper or radiator of the other vehicle. Some hitches protrude out a significant distance from the rear of the vehicle which can make even parking behind them treacherous.

Most vehicles have “hidden receivers” which means that when the hitch is removed there is nothing sticking out that will damage other vehicles when there is minor contact.

Do everyone a favour, you, me and everyone’s insurance rates and remove the hitch when not actively towing.

The London Humane Society and London Police Service are working together to create awareness of the dangers of leaving pets in unattended vehicles during hot, summer weather.

Every year, the London Humane Society and London Police Service receive and respond to numerous calls, all of which are preventable, regarding animals in distress who are left in vehicles.

A demonstration will be made to show the effect of humid weather on interior temperatures in vehicles.

At a Glance:

What: The London Humane Society with London Police Service demonstrate interior heat in vehicles.

When: Sunday, June 22nd , at 1:15 pm

Where: Petsmart Masonville parking lot, 86 Fanshawe Park Road, London, ON

About the London Humane Society

The London Humane Society is London’s premiere animal welfare organization established in 1899. It is the only agency with the ability to enforce animal protection legislation, serving 455,000 residents and their pets in the London and Middlesex region. The London Humane Society works to educate the public, enforce animal welfare laws and advocate for animals, providing veterinary care and shelter.

For more information, visit www.londonhumanesociety.ca, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter (@LondonHumaneS)

On June 20, 2014 at approximately 1:40am, members of the London Police Service responded to an address on Quebec Street after receiving a report that a vehicle had collided with a house. The vehicle was travelling at a high rate of speed south bound on Quebec Street when it attempted to make a sudden east bound turn. The driver lost control of the vehicle and it struck the front of the house. Extensive damage was done to the house and the vehicle. The driver left the scene of the collision and was apprehended by police a short distance away. Two passengers from the vehicle were taken to hospital and treated for minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, a young offender is charged with the following offences:

-Operating a motor vehicle with more than 80 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood causing bodily harm, contrary to Section 255(2.1) of the Criminal Code of Canada
-Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing bodily harm, contrary to Section 249(1)(a) of the Criminal Code of Canada
-Leave the scene of an accident causing bodily harm, contrary to Section 252(1.2) of the Criminal Code of Canada
-Take motor vehicle without consent, contrary to Section 335(1) of the Criminal Code of Canada
-Fail to comply with undertaking, contrary to Section 145(3) of the Criminal Code of Canada
-Possession of a Schedule II substance, contrary to Section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
-Drive motor vehicle, no licence, contrary to Section 32(1) of the Highway Traffic Act

On Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at 2:35 p.m., a male approached a teller within the TD Canada Trust bank, located at 1137 Richmond Street, and demanded money.

He fled with an undisclosed amount of cash and was last seen travelling in what was described as a white Honda Civic, or similar, with tinted windows, eastbound on Broughdale Street.

No injuries were sustained as a result of the robbery.

The suspect was described as 5’6-5’10

The London Police Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Section wish to express thanks to members of the public that have provided information that has assisted in the investigation of an abduction that took place on Saturday, May 24, 2014 in the area of Southdale Road and Adelaide Street south.

Two females, 9 and 11 years old, were walking in the area of Southdale Road east of Adelaide Street when they were approached by a male driving a motor vehicle at about 7:30 pm. The male was not known to the girls. The male enticed the girls into the vehicle then drove them to Springbank Park in west London. The male and the girls walked in the area of Storybook Gardens and the wading pool before returning to the vehicle. The male then drove the girls to a fast food outlet near Wellington and Commissioners Roads, arriving at 9:50 pm, where the male purchased food for the girls. He then drove them back to Springbank Park where they consumed the food. The male then drove the girls back to the area of Southdale Road and Adelaide Street where he dropped off one of the girls. The male left the area with the other girl and went to an unknown location where the child was sexually assaulted. The child was then driven back to the area of Southdale Road and Adelaide Street and dropped off. Both of the girls returned home safely.

The investigation has been conducted by the Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Section. Today, an arrest was made and a male has been taken into custody.

A London resident, 44-year-old Dieu V. Chau of London, has been arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code of Canada offences:
– Two counts of abduction of a person under 14, contrary to section 281;
– Sexual assault, contrary to section 271(1); and
– Sexual interference, contrary to section 151.

Aspects of the investigation are ongoing.

Two London men face several charges after a loaded firearm and over $11,000 worth of drugs and cash were seized.

On Monday, June 9, 2014 members of the Investigation Response Unit were assisted by uniformed officers, as well as members of the Guns and Drugs Section, with a drug investigation.

At approximately 1:40 p.m., the drivers, and lone occupants, of two vehicles were arrested in the area of Wilkins Street and Sandringham Crescent for the drug investigation.
firearm
The following were seized:
34.9 g of cocaine – $3,480
1.9 g of marihuana – $20
1 x 40mg oxycontin – $20
Approximately $8,000 cash
Justright Carbine Semi-Automatic 9mm assault rifle
Three 9mm assault rifle magazines
Over 300 rounds of ammunition
2002 Acura RSX – $2,000
2014 Dodge Caravan – $20,000

As a result of the investigation, 31-year-old Youssiff Habash has been charged with the following Controlled Drugs and Substances Act offences:
– Possess Schedule II substance, contrary to section 4(1); and
– Possess Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, contrary to section 5(2).

Ali Bhatti, 20 years, has been charged with 14 Criminal Code of Canada offences related to firearms and ammunition as well as the following Controlled Drugs and Substances Act offences:
– Unlawfully possess Schedule I substance, contrary to section 4(1); and
– Possess Schedule II substance for the purpose of trafficking, contrary to section 5(2).

Both remain in custody and are to appear in court today.

This assistance of the members of the Guns and Drugs Section was made possible by a grant from the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services.

On June 7, 2014, at 3:46 P.M., London Police Officers responded to a report of a male with a firearm inside of Doidge Park, located at 900 Wellington Street.

Police attended the area and arrested a 34-year-old male who was in possession of a pellet rifle with an attached scope. The male was observed by a witness to point the firearm in the direction of people playing within the park.

As a result of the investigation, Sackdavone Ounsamone, (34), is charged with the following Criminal Code of Canada offence:
– Possession of a weapon dangerous to the public peace, contrary to section 88(1)

Seized were the following:
– Phantom Pellet Gun with a 4X32 Scope
– Two cans of pellets

On Thursday, May 29, 2014 at around 5:30 p.m., a woman who resides on Kipps Lane, was forced back into her residence after answering a knock at her door. A male armed with a gun, accompanied by a female, demanded cash.

An undisclosed amount of cash was obtained and the two suspects fled the unit. No one sustained any injuries.

With the assistance of Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS), two warrants were executed in Oshawa, Ontario on Friday, June 6, 2014 – one to a residence and the other to a vehicle. The suspect was located and arrested inside the unit.

As a result of the investigation, Jonathan Gingras, 27 years of Oshawa, Ontario, was transported to London where he was charged with the following Criminal Code of Canada offences:
– armed robbery, contrary to section 343(d);
– using a disguise during the commission of an offence, contrary to section 351(2);
– carry a concealed weapon, contrary to section 90(1);
– using a firearm during a commission of an offence, contrary to section 85(1)(a);
– utter threats to cause death, contrary to section 264(1)(a);
– break and enter, contrary to section 348(1)(b); and
– forcible confinement, contrary to section 279(2).

The female suspect has not yet been identified.

The firearm was not located. Cash and other evidence were seized.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at 519-661-5670 or to report information anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.londoncrimestoppers.com.

Police services often times work together as criminals do not have jurisdictional borders. The London Police Service is appreciative of the assistance of the Durham Regional Police Service with this investigation.

On Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 5:15 a.m., a serious collision occurred on Oxford Street West near Sanatorium Road involving a Dodge pickup truck and a Volkswagon sedan.

Danielle Schmoll, 19 years of Ilderton, has been identified as the driver of the sedan who was transported to the hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.

A 46-year-old man from Mount Brydges was treated for minor injuries and released from hospital.

There were no passengers in either vehicle.

The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision continues however charges are not anticipated in this case.