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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Kevin GOODINGS Wanted For Murder

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – An arrest warrant has been issued in connection with a recent homicide in the Municipality of Leamington.

On March 12, 2025, shortly after 2:30 p.m., members of the Essex County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services responded to a well-being check at a residence on Sherk Street, where 83-year-old Anita GOODINGS, of Leamington, was found deceased.

As a result of the investigation, an arrest warrant has been issued for Kevin GOODINGS, 61 years old of no fixed address, who is wanted for second degree murder. He is believed to be dangerous and a risk to public safety. If seen, call 9-1-1 and do not approach.

Kevin GOODINGS is described as a white male, approximately 5’11” (180 cm) and 180 lbs (82 kg) with a medium build, green eyes, white hair, white goatee and several tattoos: Ying yang on right forearm, panther on left forearm, Chinese writing on neck, and lightning bolt on right hand.

The investigation is continuing by the Essex County OPP Crime Unit under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from the OPP Forensic Identification Services and the OPP Emergency Response Team, and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. 

Anyone with any information about this investigation or the whereabouts of Kevin GOODINGS is urged to contact the Essex County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

Further updates will be provided when they become available.

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Murder: Albert KEESICK SR vs. JR

(KENORA, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged with second degree murder in relation to a death investigation in Kenora.  

On March 13, 2025, members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call for service at a residence on Heenan Place and located one individual in medical distress. The individual was subsequently pronounced deceased.

The deceased has been identified as Albert KEESICK JR., 46 years old of Kenora. A postmortem examination will be conducted at the Ontario Forensic Pathology Services in Toronto.

As a result of the investigation, Albert KEESICK SR., 72 years old of Kenora, has been arrested and charged with second degree murder contrary to section 235(1) of the Criminal Code.

The accused has been remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on March 17, 2025.

The investigation is continuing by the OPP North West Crime Unit under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services, and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

There is no threat to public safety. Members of the public can expect to see a large police presence in the area as a result of the investigation.

Anyone who has not yet spoken with investigators and has information in relation to this investigation is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Cobourg OPP Police Press Releases

Murder – Kenneth TROLLEY Arrested

(Cobourg, ON) – One person has been charged in connection with a death in Cobourg.  

On the morning of March 2, 2025, Cobourg Police Service responded to a residence on James Street where one person was located deceased. Just before 10:00 a.m., members of the OPP were contacted to assist with the investigation.  

Kenneth TROLLEY, 41 years old of Cobourg, has been arrested and charged with First Degree Murder contrary to section 235(1) of the Criminal Code.

The investigation is being conducted by the Cobourg Police Service with assistance from the OPP Forensic Identification Services, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.  

Anyone with any information about this investigation is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca. 

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Police Press Releases York Regional Police

Murder: 22 Year Old Arrested

York Regional Police

Investigators with the York Regional Police Homicide Unit have charged a 22-year-old man and are seeking witnesses following an arson at a restaurant in the Township of King.

On Sunday, February 16, 2025, shortly before 3 a.m., police attended a restaurant in the area of Highway 27 and King Road for reports of a fire. When emergency services arrived, the premise was fully engulfed in flames.

King Fire and Emergency Services extinguished the fire, conducted a search of the property and located a deceased person inside.

The circumstances surrounding the fire are considered suspicious and the Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal has been engaged.

The identity of the deceased person will not be known until a positive identification has been made by the Office of the Chief Coroner.

Through investigative efforts, a suspect was identified and charged.

Charged:Saeed ALSHOUBAKI, 22, of the City of MississaugaCharges:Second-Degree MurderArson

This incident is considered targeted and investigators are asking anyone who was in the area at the time to check their security cameras or dashcam footage.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Homicide Unit at 1-866-876-5423 ext. 7865, or email at [email protected], or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com.

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OPP Ottawa Police Service Police Press Releases

Murder: Samuel LAURIN-GAUVREAU Wanted By Police

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit has charged two adults in the February 15th stabbing death of 25-year-old Omar Jonathan Grant of Ottawa.

25-year-old Jacob BLANCHARD appeared in court today and was remanded into custody. 

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of 19-year-old Samuel LAURIN-GAUVREAU of Ottawa for charges of second-degree murder and assault with a weapon. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 5493.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca. 

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Police Press Releases Windsor Police Service

Attempted Murder – 3 Arrested

UPDATE: Three suspects arrested, three sought following attempted murder 

Three suspects have been arrested and three others are sought in connection with an attempted murder in Windsor’s west end.

Shortly before midnight on January 30, 2025, police responded to a report of shots fired near the intersection of Partington Avenue and Algonquin Street. No physical injuries were reported and the occurrence is believed to be an isolated incident.

The Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit has taken carriage of the investigation, and officers have since identified and charged three suspects in connection with this incident.   

On January 31, the Ontario Provincial Police located and arrested a 22-year-old female, charging her with accessory after the fact to attempted murder. On February 3, Windsor Police officers located and arrested a 33-year-old female and 30-year-old male, charging them each with accessory after the fact to attempted murder. Names of the arrested suspects are withheld to avoid compromising the investigation.

Three additional suspects remain outstanding.

The first suspect has been identified as 36-year-old Chelsea Adamache. She is wanted on charges of accessory after the fact to attempted murder.

The second suspect is described as a light-skinned black male in his late thirties, with vitiligo on his face, approximately 5’2”, with a medium build, brown eyes, and curly hair.   At the time of the incident, he was wearing all black. He is wanted on charges of attempted murder.

The third suspect is described as a male in his thirties with a light complexion, approximately 5’10”, with a thin build, light eyes, a buzz cut, and strawberry blonde facial hair.   At the time of the incident, he was wearing all black.  He is also wanted on charges of attempted murder.

Investigators have also identified two suspect vehicles involved in this occurrence.

The first vehicle is described as a black 2008 Chevrolet Suburban with chrome side mirrors, a sticker on the rear passenger side window, and Ontario plate number DDDP 146.

The second vehicle is described as a grey 2010 Ford Edge with Ontario plate number DCZJ 067.

If you encounter any of these suspects or vehicles, do not approach them. Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700 ext. 4830. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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Peel Regional Police Police Press Releases

Attempted Murder


Region of Peel – Investigators from the 11 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau have arrested and charged a male in connection with a neighbour dispute shooting in the City of Mississauga.

On Friday, Jan. 24, 2025, at around 10 a.m., police responded to a shooting in the area of Rathburn Road West and Perivale Road, in Mississauga. The suspect and the victim engaged in a verbal dispute resulting in the victim being shot. The victim was transported to a trauma centre and is expected to make a full recovery. 

On Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, investigators executed a Criminal Code search warrant at the suspect’s residence and seized numerous firearms, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and other weapons.

Richard Loo, a 62-year-old man from Mississauga was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Attempt Murder
  • Aggravated Assault
  • Discharge Firearm
  • Possession of Firearm
  • Carry Concealed Weapon
  • Possession at Unauthorized Place
  • Careless Storage of a Firearm
  • Point Firearm
  • Utter Threats
  • Assault

He was held pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators with the 11 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at (905) 453-2121, Extension 1133. 

Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.

For media inquiries, please contact the on-duty Public Information Officer at (905) 453-2121, ext. 4027

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JOCELYN

Murder – Derrick SUTTON Arrested

(JOCELYN TOWNSHIP, ON)- The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged one person in relation to death investigation in Jocelyn Township.

On January 6, 2025, at approximately 2:45 p.m., the East Algoma OPP responded to a report of a deceased person that was located in the vicinity of P Line Road, in Jocelyn Township.

The East Algoma OPP crime unit is continuing the investigation 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.

The OPP has arrested and charged Derrick SUTTON, 49 years-old, of Sudbury with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Accessory after the fact to murder, section 240 CC
  • Indignity to a dead body, section 182(b)

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 30, 2025, in Sudbury.

The investigation is on-going. There is no threat to public safety. Further information will be released as it becomes available.

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

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Police Press Releases Windsor Police Service

Downtown Homicide

Case #: 25-8624

Police investigate homicide near downtown 

The Windsor Police Service is investigating a homicide near downtown.

Shortly after 7 a.m. on January 27, 2025, officers responded to a call of unknown trouble in the 400 block of Wyandotte Street East. When officers arrived at the scene, they located an unresponsive man suffering from a gunshot wound.

Emergency Medical Services personnel performed immediate first aid on the victim and transported him to hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

The Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit has assumed control of the investigation and urge anyone with information about this crime to contact police. Additionally, residents and business owners in the vicinity are asked to review their surveillance or dash cam footage, specifically between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m., for video evidence that may assist with the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also submit tips anonymously to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

If you or someone you know is an affected person in need of support, please call Victim Services Windsor Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Victim Assistance Unit at Windsor Police at 519-255-6700, ext. 4879.

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Alfred-Plantagenet OPP Police Press Releases

Attempted Murder – Names Released

(ALFRED-PLANTAGENET TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Hawkesbury Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid attempted murder charges in connection with an incident in Alfred-Plantagenet Township.

The serious assault happened on January 23, 2023, at a home on Plantagenet Concession Road 9. The 37-year-old male victim was transported to hospital by ambulance with serious injuries but has since recovered.

Two males fled the scene before police arrived.

Today, January 23, 2025, as a result of the investigation by the Hawkesbury OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB), two people were arrested with the assistance of the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit and Emergency Response Unit.

Marcus BOODOO, age 39 and Zubair SYED, age 37, both residents of Ottawa have been charged with attempt to commit murder, section 239(1)(b) of the Criminal Code.

The accused remain in custody with bail hearings scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal later today, January 23, 2025.

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Ottawa Police Service Police Press Releases

Ahmed HOZAYEN – Murder

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit has arrested and charged a man in relation to the October 8th arson that killed 51-year-old Ottokie Kelly.

Ahmed HOZAYEN, 30-years-old, of Ottawa, has been charged with the following:

  • First degree murder
  • Arson disregard for human life
  • Arson causing bodily harm
  • Arson causing property damage
  • Possession of incendiary material for arson

He will appear in court later today.

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Ottawa Police Service Police Press Releases

Charges Laid in Pondhollow Way Homicide

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Homicide Unit has arrested and charged two people in relation to the January 10th homicide of Wilson Sabarros on Pondhollow Way.

Mia TEJADA, a 28-year-old woman and Omar ASSAAD, a 26-year-old man, both of Ottawa have been jointly charged with First Degree Murder.

They will both appear in court today.

Investigators are still asking anyone with information in relation to this incident contact the Homicide Unit at 613-236-1222 extension 5493.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca. 

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Niagra Police Service Police Press Releases

Richard Stevens Arrested For Murder

Niagra Regional Police

On Thursday January 16, 2025, at approximately 3:30pm, investigators along with 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) uniform officers responded to a home in the area of Stacey Drive and Victor Drive in the City of Niagara Falls following information that a wanted person was inside a residence.

As a result, the Emergency Task Unit (ETU) and negotiators were called to the scene.

At approximately 7:30pm, the suspect was arrested without incident.

47-year-old Richard Stevens was arrested and charged with the following offence:

  • First Degree Murder

Stevens is currently being held in custody pending a bail hearing on Friday, January 17, 2025, at the Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse in the City of St. Catharines.

Investigators would like to thank members of the public for their assistance in this matter.

Anyone who may have further information is asked to contact detectives at (905) 688-4111, option 3, ext. 1009103. 

Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously can contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards to persons who contact the program with information which leads to an arrest. 

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Infant Murdered – 16 Year Old Arrested

(TOWN OF NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one individual in connection to a suspicious death investigation, now deemed a homicide, in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On November 21, 2024, shortly after 1:30 p.m., officers received information regarding a deceased newborn infant at a residence in Alliston. On January 15, 2025, as a result of the investigation, a 16-year-old of the Town of New Tecumseth was arrested and charged with the following Crime Code offences:

  • First Degree Murder, section 235(1)
  • Indignity to Dead Body, section 182(b)

The accused, whose identity is withheld under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act, remains in custody and is scheduled to virtually appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie to answer to the charges.

The Nottawasaga OPP Crime Unit is continuing the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, and with the assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Anyone with information in relation to this investigation is asked to contact Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also contact Crime Stoppers anonymously by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at 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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New Tecumseth Police Press Releases

16 Year Old Facing Murder Charge

(TOWN OF NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one individual in connection with a suspicious death investigation, which has been ruled a homicide, in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On November 21, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m., police discovered the body of a deceased newborn in a residence in Alliston.

On January 15, 2024, a 16-year-old from the Town of New Tecumseth, was arrested and charged with the following offences:

·      First Degree Murder

·      Indignity to Dead Body

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to virtually appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie on January 16, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The Nottawasaga OPP Crime Unit is continuing the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Anyone with information in relation to this investigation is asked to contact OPP non-emergency number at 1-888-310-1122. You can also contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 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.