Tag: Owen Sound Police

On Sunday November 22nd, 2020, during the morning hours police responded to the report of mischief being done to St George’s Anglican Church and soon had calls for similar vandalism being done to the Church of Nazarene, Georgian Shores United Church, and First Baptist Church.

As part of the investigation police attended the Beth Ezekiel Synagogue and located similar mischief there also. Police collected evidence during the investigation and will be collecting further evidence in the near future, as this matter remains under investigation.

Police request that anyone who has information about this incident contact the Owen Sound Police Service at (519) 376-1234. Alternatively, citizens can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip through Crime Stoppers at www.cstip.ca.

On the 19th of May, 2020, in the afternoon, a woman was unloading items from her vehicle at a west side address. The woman began carrying the contents in to a residence, however when she returned to her vehicle for a second trip, she found a man sitting in the drivers seat attempting to steal it.

The woman confronted the suspect who exited the car and fled on foot. The woman then pursued the suspect, chasing him until she was assisted by additional witnesses and the Police arrived. The suspect was located and arrested a short time afterward.

A special thanks goes to those involved for their efforts, which directly assisted in the successful arrest of the suspect. Police want to remind citizens to be vigilant and always keep their vehicles locked and possessions secured, no matter the time of day.

On February 18 th , 2020 the Owen Sound Police commenced an investigation surrounding the circumstances of the death of a member of the West Grey Police Service which occurred in the early morning hours of February 18 th , 2020. On February 19 th , 2020, investigators with the Owen Sound Police attended a post mortem examination with the coroner during which a determination was made that Constable Cory Trainor succumbed to a self-inflicted injury.

There will be no further releases made with respect to this investigation.

The Owen Sound Police Service wishes to again express our most sincere condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Constable Trainor. Mental wellness within our communities and our members remains a priority for Ontario police services. We encourage anyone who needs assistance or knows of someone who needs assistance to reach out for support through local health service providers.

On June 29, 2014, shortly after 02:00 am the Owen Sound Police Service located a residential apartment duplex in the 400 block of 8th Street East Owen Sound, Ontario with an active fire alarm.

Further inspection revealed that the unit was filled with heavy smoke. Officers on the scene could observe a female occupant passed out on the kitchen floor in the vicinity of the fire hazard. Entry was forced and the female occupant was removed from the residence. A fire hazard on the kitchen stove was the source of the fire and was removed to prevent further fire damage to the building. The Owen Sound Fire and Emergency Services attended the scene to assist in ventilating the residence. The residence suffered smoke damage only. The female occupant declined medical attention. The incident was the result of inattention and the over consumption of alcohol by the female occupant.

The Owen Police Service and Owen Sound Police Services Board invite members of the public to attend their Board meeting to discuss the expansion of Conducted Energy Weapons (Tasers) to front line officers. Currently only uniform supervisors, within Owen Sound Police Service, carry Tasers.

In 2013 Ontario has approved the expansion of Taser to permit front line officers to carry Tasers. The Owen Sound Police Service and Owen Sound Police Services Board is providing the public an opportunity for consultation or to ask any questions in regards to Taser use. There will be a live demonstration on the deployment of a Taser.

The public is invited to attend the Board meeting on Thursday June 26th at 7:00 p.m., at the Owen Sound Police Station, 922 2nd Avenue West, Owen Sound in the Public Meeting room, 2nd floor.

The Owen Sound Police Service has a requirement for a S.T.O.P. Student to work alongside the Community Services Officer in a fulltime capacity for an 8-week period during July and August, 2014. The student will gain experience in various aspects of Policing and be responsible for project development, implementation, administrative functions and supervision over another student program.

To be considered for this position the applicant must be between 16 and 30 years of age at the start of employment; have been registered as a full-time student in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year; be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident legally entitled to work in Canada; demonstrate initiative and leadership skills; possess a valid class “G2” (have held G2 for longer than 6 months) or a G”” driver’s licence; be of good moral character and habits; and have no criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted.

The successful candidate will be subject to a comprehensive background check. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available, upon request, in relation to materials or processes to be used throughout the hiring process.
Applicants must submit a complete resume, including references, no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday June 30th, 2014 to:

William Sornberger, Chief of Police
922 2nd Avenue West, Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 4M7
or by e-mail to: [email protected]

In early May of 2014 members of the Owen Sound Police, Criminal Investigations Branch and Forensic Identification Unit commenced an investigation concerning the sexual assault of a child. The lengthy investigation involved the execution of a number of warrants including the execution of warrants to obtain DNA for forensic comparison.

On June 16th, 2014 detectives finalized the investigation and obtained a warrant for the accused’s arrest, who had fled back to Peel Region. On June 17th, 2014, with assistance from Peel Regional Police, the accused was located and arrested in Mississauga. The accused was subsequently returned to Owen Sound to face charges.

30 year old Christopher Dennis NIELSEN has been charged with Sexual Assault and Sexual Interference. He appeared in Bail Court on June 18th, 2014 and was remanded into custody. NIELSEN’S next court appearance is on June 27th, 2014 where he will appear in court by video.

The accused was an acquaintance of the child and mother. There is no information at this time to indicate there may be other victims.

Alert:

The Owen Sound Police Service has a requirement for a Police Constable.

All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for a police officer as identified in the Ontario Police Services Act. In addition, they must possess a valid Ontario driver’s licence, and have no criminal convictions.

To be considered for an interview, applicants must also possess a valid OACP Constable Selection System certificate. Those selected for an interview will be required to attend Owen Sound at their own expense. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available, upon request, in relation to materials or processes to be used throughout the hiring process.

The successful candidate will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and must hold a valid First Aid certificate before attending the recruit training course starting on September 3, 2014.

Detailed resumes with supporting documentation will be received by the undersigned until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, July 11, 2014:

William B. Sornberger

Chief of Police

Owen Sound Police Service

922 2nd Avenue West

Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 4M7

or email [email protected]

We thank all those who apply, however, only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted.

The Owen Sound Police Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy Legislation, applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used strictly for candidate selection.

A veteran police officer of the Owen Sound Police Service faces numerous charges under the Police Services Act following an internal and external investigation.

At the request of Bill Sornberger, the Chief of the Owen Sound Police Service, the investigation was conducted by an external police service, following a complaint into the conduct of the officer.

The recently concluded investigation commenced in November 2013. The investigation involved allegations of misconduct of the officer from February to July of 2013. The investigation pertained to a personal relationship commenced by the officer, with a victim of alleged crime, after becoming involved in that investigation. The complaint was not initiated by this victim.

Constable Brian Follis, who has eight years of service, has been charged with six counts of Discreditable Conduct, five counts of Neglect of Duty, two counts of Deceit and one count each of Insubordination and Breach of Confidence.

Constable Follis has been suspended from duty. He will be appearing before a Hearing Officer in July 2014.

On June 12, 2014, members of the Owen Sound Police Service were conducting an investigation into cocaine trafficking. Early this afternoon, members of the Drug Unit and the Criminal Investigation Branch arrested two persons as they exited an east side hotel. A subsequent search of the persons and their vehicle resulted in the seizure of $2200.00 worth of crack cocaine and $1400.00 in Canadian and U.S. currency. A quantity of prescription narcotics was also seized. Both persons remain in custody pending a bail hearing on June 13th. A 34 year old man from Scarborough faces charges of Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking and Possession of Proceeds of Crime. A 30 year old woman from North York faces charges of Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking and Possession of Oxycodone contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

This morning, eleven head of cattle unexpectedly went to school in Owen Sound.

Acting Sergeant Tom Sullivan stated, “At approximately 10:44 a.m. the Owen Sound Police Service began receiving calls from residents in the area of Hillcrest School of cattle walking through yards heading towards the [west-side] school. Our officers arrived within a few minutes to find eleven head of cattle grazing in the playground. ”

Police learned that sometime over night, 22 head of cattle, described as yearlings, broke out of a fenced area on Grey Road 18, southwest of the city limits. Due to the extensive damage to that fence the owner believed the cattle had been spooked by an animal, possibly a bear. The cattle, which ended up at the school, were believed to have used the paths along the area of the Niagara Escarpment, locally known in the West Rocks, to make their way down into the city.

Officers were able to contain the cattle in the playground until their owner arrived and removed them. As of noon, a total of 16 cattle had been located however the exact whereabouts of the other 6 cattle were still not known.

“It was quite a sight for the students and teachers, and even some citizens who dropped by to take pictures. There were no injuries, to man nor beast, and it is believed that damage is limited to hoof marks, and perhaps some other items left in the grass. We are very fortunate; had the animals made their way to a busy street the potential for injury to both the animals and motorists would have been very great,” said Sullivan.

Owen Sound Police arrest a 21 year old Owen Sound man in a downtown apartment for several criminal offences after they received a complaint of the young man threatening the life of his girlfriend’s mother and sister over the telephone.

After the threats were made, this male party placed a pistol in his waist band; later determined to be a pellet pistol which closely resembled that of a real handgun. He then set out on foot towards the residence of his girlfriend’s family. This young man on his way ran into an acquaintance and for some unknown reason displayed the butt of his gun to this young female in the presence of her four year old daughter while making utterances that he was going to harm someone. This acquaintance quickly left and contacted police. Fortunately, this male party after briefly speaking with this female returned back to the apartment he came from without harming anyone.

Police located the whereabouts of this young male in a downtown apartment and took him into custody without incident.

He will appear on Wednesday morning for bail court on the charges of two counts of utter threats, carry concealed weapon, weapons for a dangerous purpose and possession of a firearm contrary to prohibition order.

On the 07th of June 2014 at 12:40am a 2014 Toyota travelling eastbound 10th Street East collided with a white full size pickup truck in the intersection at 4th Avenue East. The pickup truck was travelling northbound on 4th Avenue East and failed to stop for a red light at the intersection. The pickup then drove away from the accident continuing northbound on 4th Avenue East. The white pickup will have extensive damage to the driver’s side of the vehicle. The Toyota was also damaged extensively, however the driver was not hurt.

Anyone who is able to assist with the identification of the white pickup truck and driver involved in this accident is asked to call the Owen Sound Police Service at 519-376-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Again, the full size white pickup truck will have extensive damage on the driver’s side.