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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

South Asian Gang Wanted After Theft & Assaulting Customer

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after receiving a report of a robbery that took place at a business near the intersection of Stone Road and Scottsdale Drive on Wednesday evening.

At approximately 6:00 PM, five male subjects entered the business, where they proceeded to take products off the shelves and place them in reusable grocery bags. After several minutes, the five males proceeded to exit the business when a customer attempted to stop one of them. The male proceeded to discharge what is believed to be a pepper spray-type substance at the customer. A small altercation took place before the male was able to exit the store, to an awaiting White Van.

The 5 male subjects were all described as South Asian and wearing:

Male 1 – Black baseball hat, Black pants, purple short-sleeve t-shirt, stainless steel bracelet in right hand.

Male 2 – Black baseball hat with red marks, black backpack, white t-shirt, black pants, and white shoes.

Male 3 – Red baseball hat, black duffle bag, black t-shirt & black pants, black shoes. Hunchback posture.

Male 4 – Black baseball hat, black t-shirt & black shorts, black Nike flip flops, long black hair, and black long beard.

Male 5 – Green bucket hat, trimmed black beard, black and white plaid shirt, black pants, and black shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Jasmin Manani at 519-824-1212, ext. 7273, email him at [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477), or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

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Barrie Police Police Press Releases

Teen Gang Arrested After Jewellery Store Smash & Grab

Barrie Police

On Monday afternoon, at 1:53 p.m., the Barrie Police Service was made aware of a robbery that had just taken place at jewellery store located at 509 Bayfield St. in the City of Barrie.

Responding officers were advised that the suspects had entered the store, smashed display cabinets, stole jewellery and fled on foot to the lower-level parking lot on the east side of the mall where they got into a waiting car and fled.

Police were provided with a detailed description of the getaway car that included the licence plate number from witnesses and very quickly were able to confirm that it had been stolen last week in Toronto.

The fleeing motor vehicle was located by Barrie Police as it travelled southbound on Highway 400 at Mapleview Dr. and followed it to the Innisfil Beach Rd. exit where it lost control and left the roadway.

Five occupants in the car fled on foot and attempted to avoid being arrested, however they didn’t realize that assisting Barrie Police officers were able to contain the immediate area. All five suspects were located and arrested within 30 minutes of the robbery call being received.

The suspects were all transported to Barrie Police Headquarters where detectives from the Criminal Investigation Division continued the investigation. The now accused males, who range in age from 16-21 and are from Toronto, Mississauga and Barrie, have all been jointly charged with: Robbery with violence, Disguise with intent, Flight from peace officer, Dangerous Operation, Possess stolen property over $5000, Possess stolen property under $5000.

Of the five arrested, one of the accused, who is 17 years old, was found to be in possession of a fully loaded semi-automatic firearm. He is further charged with: Unauthorized possession of a firearm, Knowledge unauthorized possession of a firearm, Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm, Possession of a firearm, prohibited or restricted weapon obtained by Crime, Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm, Carry firearm weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in a careless manner, Possess weapon for a dangerous purpose, Carrying concealed weapon.

All those who were taken into custody are being held for a bail hearing which is scheduled to take place today.

The Barrie Police Service wish to thank the public who assisted with providing detailed information that ultimately resulted in this incident coming to a safe conclusion.

Occurrence #: BA25050649

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Police Press Releases Thunder Bay Police Service

Police Finally Catch Kevin BROWN After 4th Robbery In SAME Location!

Police have arrested a robbery suspect charged with four incidents at the same location this week.

Thunder Bay Police Service BEAR Unit officers were dispatched to the 300 block of May Street North shortly after 10 a.m. on Thursday, August 14, after receiving a report of a robbery that had just occurred.

Responding officers located a male who matched the suspect description within five minutes of receiving the call. The suspect was arrested after a brief attempt to run from officers.

The investigation found evidence that the same male was involved in a total of four incidents at the same location between Tuesday, August 12, and Thursday, August 14.

Kevin BROWN, 24, is charged with Robbery x3 and Theft Under $5,000.

The accused appeared in court and has been remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwold

Dennis CHURCHILL – Robbery, Threats, etc.

(SOUTHWOLD, ON) – One person is facing several charges following an incident at a Bush Line address in Southwold Township.

On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at approximately 6:17 a.m. member of the Elgin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an address on Bush Line in Southwold Township where they encountered a barricaded person.

Charged with the following Criminal Code offences is Dennis CHURCHILL a 38-year-old, of Elgin County, Ontario:

  • Robbery with Theft
  • Uttering threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Hydromorphone
  • Possession of a Schedule IV substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Nabilone
  • Possession of Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

The accused remains in custody and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on the July 17,2025.

Members of the Elgin OPP Crime Unit are assisting with the investigation, and is asking anyone with information surrounding this incident to contact police at 1-888-310-1122 or if they wish to remain anonymous to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or visit htps://www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca/ to leave an anonymous tip and be eligible for a cash reward.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

$2,000,000 Taken In Bank Robberies

(ORILLIA, ON) – Police have laid additional charges in a multi-jurisdictional bank robbery investigation named Project Opal.

Between Thursday, December 8, 2022, and Saturday, March 16, 2024, a series of eight armed bank robberies occurred in jurisdictions policed by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Barrie Police Service, Belleville Police Service, Durham Regional Police Service, Niagara Regional Police Service and York Regional Police. While each police service initially investigated their respective incidents, the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) assumed a coordinating role in August 2023 after investigators identified consistent patterns suggesting the involvement of a single group of suspects.

In each robbery, two or three individuals entered the bank shortly before closing. The suspects wore different disguises in each occurrence and brandished at least one handgun. In the last six robberies, bank employees were bound. Investigators have determined that the group of suspects is responsible for more than $2 million in reported losses across eight banks. The stolen funds have not yet been recovered.

On Friday, June 21, 2024, three suspects were arrested during an attempted robbery in Field, Ontario, by OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit and the OPP Aviation Unit, with support from West Nipissing OPP Crime Unit and CIB. A fourth suspect was arrested on Thursday, September 25, 2024, in Vaughan.

On Friday, June 27, 2025, the OPP charged Roderick NEWMAN, 33 years old of Coburg, with two counts of robbery with restricted or prohibited weapon contrary to section 344(1)(a) of the Criminal Code. These charges are in relation to robberies in Barrie and Newmarket.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Oshawa on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

The fifth suspect, Akeem WILLIAMS, 33 years old of Ajax, remains wanted. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to not approach him and instead contact police immediately.

Previous information, including the b-roll footage, project poster, video and photo of the wanted individual, is located in the Project Opal media kit (opp.ca/news).

This investigation included support from the Centre of Forensic Services and Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC).

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

Wiarton Robbery Arrest

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a person of no fixed address with multiple criminal offences following a robbery in Blue Water Park in the Town of Wiarton.

On June 25, 2025, at approximately 1:36 p.m., members of the Grey Bruce OPP responded to a report of an assault in progress at Bluewater Park in Wiarton.

Police received information that the accused had been found inside a parked vehicle. When confronted, the accused became agitated and aggressive, yelling and ultimately shoving the victim to the ground. The victim did not sustain any injuries. During the incident, the accused also stole property from the vehicle before fleeing the area on foot.

The accused was located and taken into custody.

Ronald EBY, 39-years-old, of no fixed address, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Robbery with Violence
  • Resist Peace Officer

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on Thursday, June 26, 2025.

If you have any information regarding this incident, please call the Grey Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Teen Gang Arrested After Bank Robbery

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged four individuals in relation to an armed robbery call at a local financial institution.

On Monday June 16, 2025 at approximately 4:12 pm officers responded to reports of an armed robbery in progress at a financial institution in Little Britain. Witnesses reported seeing masked individuals in the financial institution with handguns and bank tellers with their hands in the air. City of Kawartha Lakes OPP responded with all available members. Durham Regional Police Service and Kawartha Lakes Police Service were notified and assisted. One individual was arrested in the parking lot in a vehicle and three individuals, who fled the financial institution, were taken into custody without incident a short distance away.

Due to the Youth Criminal Justice Act identifications are withheld. One 14 year old, one 16 year old and two 17 year olds were arrested and charged with

  • Armed Robbery
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
  • Disguise with Intent
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime

The accused are being held for bail court.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to serving our province by protecting its’ citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Do You Recognize These Robbery Suspects?

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – On June 5, 2025, at approximately 5:20 p.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a reported robbery at a LCBO store on Parkside Drive, Fergus.

It was reported that two suspects had entered the business and stole an undisclosed amount of alcohol.  One of the suspects entered the store brandishing a weapon described as an expandable baton. The suspects were last observed entering a black Nissan Rogue which fled northbound on Highway 6.  The vehicle had attached Ontario licence plates CVDM927, which have been reported stolen.

There were no reported injuries.

The first suspect is described as, male, dark complexion, small build, brown eyes, black short hair, black facial hair, and a scar on upper lip.

Clothing: Black hat with yellow Dewalt logo, a pink shirt, green cargo shorts, green coloured puffer jacket, and navy-blue running shoes.

The second suspect is described as, male, dark complexion, small build, brown eyes, black hair, beard

Clothing Description: vertical grey and white striped shirt, black hat with White logo for Brixton MFG. Co., Greek camo cargo

shorts, and black shoes.

Police believe that the suspects are also responsible for a robbery at the same location on May 22, 2025, as well as several similar incidents in other jurisdictions.

Anyone with any information about this occurrence is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous; you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Russell

Bank Robbery – Jeffrey QUINTAL Arrested

(RUSSELL TWP, ON) – One person has been arrested after a bank robbery in Russell Township.

On May 27, 2025, just after 9:30 a.m., officers with the Russell County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a reported robbery in progress at a bank on Concession Street.

The male had fled before officers arrived. Witnesses were able to provide a detailed description of the robber, and the vehicle used to flee the scene.

When an officer located and stopped the stop the car a few minutes later, the driver deliberately collided with the cruiser at low speed. The driver then drove off. Officers with the Hawkesbury Detachment were able to stop the car just before 10:30 a.m. on Highway 417 and a male was arrested without further incident.

Jeffrey QUINTAL, age 40 of Clarence-Rockland, has been charged with:

  • Robbery with violence
  • Dangerous operation
  • Flight from a peace officer – two counts
  • Mischief under $5000

The accused remains in custody with a bail hearing scheduled to continue before the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on May 29, 2025.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

Robbery – Suspects At Large

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate a person on person robbery in Cambridge.

On February 12, 2025, police responded for reports of a robbery in the area of Hollywood Court and Birmingham Drive.

The victim was selling an item from an online marketplace and arranged to meet with the suspects. When the victim met with the suspects, an altercation took place and the suspects left with the property.

Minor physical injuries were reported.

Police are looking to identify the two individuals in the images who are connected to the incident.  

Anyone with information is encouraged to call police at 519-570-9777 extension 6370, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477

WA25038475 (909)

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Grey Highlands OPP Police Press Releases

Ashley NEWMAN Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(GREY HIGHLANDS, ON) – One person has been charged following a robbery investigation.

On March 20, 2025, at approximately 9:10 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a robbery at a gas station located on Toronto Street in the Municipality of Grey Highlands.

Charged with the following offences is 38-year-old, Ashley NEWMAN, of no fixed address:

  • Robbery with Weapon
  • Disguise with Intent
  • Failure to comply with release order

The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on April 16, 2025.

If you have any information that can help investigators, please contact the OPP 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 message at www.helpsolvecrime.com, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sioux Lookout

Police Now Using Anti-Riot Weapons #YouWereWarned

(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – Members of the Sioux Lookout Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the OPP Emergency Response Team have arrested and charged an individual following a robbery in Sioux Lookout. The province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has since invoked its mandate.

On Friday, February 21, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., Sioux Lookout OPP were dispatched to a report of a robbery at a grocery store on Queen Street. Upon arrival, police located the individual nearby. During the interaction, police discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN). The individual was taken into custody.

As a result of the investigation, Tyler WHISKEYJACK, 29 years old of Sioux Lookout, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Robbery with weapon

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

The accused was held for bail and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sioux Lookout on February 22, 2025.

The OPP has notified the SIU, which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will not be able to provide further information. Any other inquiries should be directed to [email protected].

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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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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

$1.4 Million Robbery – 2 Arrested

Two males are in custody after an investigation into a $1.4 million jewelry store robbery in Ajax.

On Monday, December 30, 2024, at approximately 1:10 p.m., members of West Division responded to a robbery at VP Jewellery, located on Harwood Avenue North. Two male suspects entered the store, tied up an employee and stole an estimated $1.4 million of gold, silver and jewelry. The suspects fled the area on foot prior to police arrival.

On Monday, January 20, 2025, after further investigation by the Robbery Unit, with the assistance of the Video Analysis Unit, and the Offender Management Unit (OMU), the first suspect was located in the Hamilton area.  The suspect was taken into custody without incident.

On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, members of the Robbery Unit, with the assistance of OMU, located the second suspect in North York, where he was taken into custody without incident.  Subsequently, members of the Robbery Unit conducted a warrant at the residence of the second suspect.

Andrew MCFARLAND, age 37 of No Fixed Address is charged with: Robbery, Forcible Confinement, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000, Driving While Disqualified, Driving While Under Suspension, and Breach Probation x5.

Derek KOZAK, age 41 of Richmond Hill is charged with: Robbery, Disguise with Intent, Forcible Confinement, and Driving While Under Suspension.

Both were held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Robbery Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5355.

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 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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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

Violent Robbery – 3 Arrested

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged three people in connection with a robbery.

On Monday, January 13, 2025, members of Quinte West OPP responded to an incident on Adrian Court, in the City of Quinte West. It was determined that three people took a taxi from an address in Belleville to a location on Adrian Court. The taxi driver was assaulted, and the taxi fare was stolen. 

Quinte West OPP, with the assistance of the Crime Unit, was able to identify the three suspects.

On Friday, January 17, 2025, the Belleville Police Service located and arrested the individuals. Brandon WASE, aged 33, Kenneth FELKER, aged 40, and Christopher GRAY, aged 31, all from the Quinte area, have been charged with one count of robbery with violence. WASE and FELKER also have been charged with one count each of failing to comply with probation order. 

The accused were held in custody for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville.

If you have any information and should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or submit a tip online at www.crimestoppersquinte.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.00.