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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Aaron MITRO – Sexual Assault, Etc.

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in connection with an ongoing historical sexual assault investigation.

At approximately 8:35 a.m. on Thursday, November 21, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment began investigating a report of a sexual assault that took place between 2016 and 2019 at a Norfolk County address.

As a result, one individual was taken into custody without incident.

46-year-old Aaron MITRO of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Sexual assault,
  • Sexual interference,
  • Invitation to sexual touching under 16 years of age.

The accused has been held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Friday, November 22, 2024.

The Norfolk County OPP Crime Unit continues to investigate, as investigators believe there may be additional victims. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Norfolk County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous online tip at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Mark SETHI – Sexual Assault

(Gravenhurst, ON) – Members of the Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Muskoka Crime Unit have charged a Gravenhurst resident with sexual assault.

In October 2024, the Muskoka Crime Unit began investigating a historical sexual assault alleged to have occurred between 1999 and 2000 at a former licensed establishment in Gravenhurst. As a result of the investigation, Mark SETHI, 58 years of age, of Gravenhurst, was arrested and charged with Sexual Assault CC 271 and Indecent Act CC 173(1)(b).

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge, on November 26, 2024, to answer to the charges.

Anyone who has any information about this, or a similar incident, is asked to call Bracebridge OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

There is no statute of limitations on sexual offences and a report can be made to police at any time, regardless of how much time has passed. You can report a sexual assault by calling the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or 9-1-1 in an emergency. If you do not want to make a report to police or need time and support to make that decision, there are community partners available to help. Ontario 211 provides information on Ontario’s community, social, health-related and government services. Simply call 2-1-1 or visit 211ontario.ca for more information.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Facing Sexual Assault Charges

(MIDLAND,ON) – On October 23, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m. a number of OPP officers from various units executed a criminal code search warrant at a Manly Street, Midland residence. The search warrant was led by members of the Major Crime Unit attached to the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment and assisted by OPP members from the Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), Canine (K-9), Emergency Response Team (ERT) which resulted in the arrest of a suspect from the residence who was the subject of a number of criminal investigations within the Town of Midland commencing on September 17, 2024.

Arrested, charged and held for bail is Michael Keith L’ENFANT 32 year old of Midland on the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

  • Sexual assault (two counts)
  • Sexual assault with a weapon (three counts)
  • Administer Noxious thing (two counts)
  • Communicate for purposes of obtaining sexual services (two counts)
  • Overcome resistance
  • Fail To Comply (four counts)

The accused remains in custody awaiting a bail hearing and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

There will be no further comment on the investigation as the matter is now before the courts.

Investigators believe that there is a possibility of further persons in the community that may have fallen victim to the accused persons criminal activities.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

John WILKINSON – Sexual Assaults

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Major Crime Unit has laid additional charges on an individual in relation to a historical sexual assault.

In September 2024, an investigation began into John WILKINSON, following the initial investigation and subsequent news release, additional victims have come forward to the police.

One victim disclosed two separate assaults dating back to 2015 and 2019, prompting the arrest of John WILKINSON on the following charges:

–      Sexual Assault x 2

–      Sexual Interference x 2

A second victim reported an assault that took place in 2017, leading to additional charges against WILKINSON for:

–      Sexual Assault

WILKINSON has since been arrested and was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about these incidents or similar cases is encouraged to contact the Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, please reach out to Simcoe-Dufferin-Muskoka Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.  

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Logan PERRY Aggravated Sexual Assault

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged one individual with Aggravated Sexual Assault.

On September 23, 2024, officers of the Orillia OPP Detachment received information regarding a sexual assault incident that occurred after a date scheduled on an online dating application.

As a result, Logan PERRY, 25-year-old of St. Thomas, has been charged with:

  • Aggravated Sexual Assault

The accused was arrested and released on Form 10, with a court date later in November.

Anyone with information about this or a similar incident is urged to call the Orillia OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Rockland

Harry TCHINDA II MBETE – Sexual Assault

(ROCKLAND, ON) – The Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person with sexual assault.

The incident happened on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at a park in Rockland. The victim was not injured and did not know the other individual.

Members of the Russell County OPP launched an immediate investigation resulting an in arrest.  

Harry TCHINDA II MBETE, age 22, from Rockland, has been charged under the Criminal Code with sexual assault. 

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

Police are encouraging anyone with any information regarding this investigation to contact Russell County OPP at 613-443-4499 or the toll free at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

Victims of sexual assault are not alone. If you need support or know someone that does, there are local resources available to help. You can visit the Victim Services of Prescott-Russell at http://svsprescottrussell.ca for assistance. A toll-free call can also be placed to the Assaulted Women’s Helpline at 1-866-863-0511 where your information will remain anonymous and confidential. If you are in an immediate crisis, dial 9-1-1.  

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Essex OPP Police Press Releases

David GRAINGER – Sexual Assault

(ESSEX COUNTY, ON) – One individual was charged following an historical sexual assault investigation.

In June 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex County Detachment Crime Unit began an investigation from a report of sexual assaults that occurred between 2003 and 2010.

As a result of the investigation, on July 9, 2024, one individual was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following offences is 79-year-old David GRAINGER of Lakeshore:

·        Sexual Interference S.151 CC,

·        Invitation to Sexual Touching S.152 CC,

·        Sexual assault S.271 CC

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor at a later date.

Members of the Essex County OPP Crime Unit are continuing to investigate as it is believed that there may be more victims. If anyone has any information, they are being asked to contact police at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous online tip at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

Victims of sexual assault are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Windsor & Essex County at 519-723-2711.

If you are in danger and require immediate assistance, dial 9-1-1.

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Carleton Place OPP Police Press Releases

Dylan COOPER – Sexual Assault

(CARLETON PLACE, ON) – A Lanark County resident has been charged with sexual assault after a good Samaritan reported seeing a disturbing video on social media

On Wednesday, September 11, 2024, an individual contacted the OPP after seeing a video on social media that showed a sexual assault taking place.

Officers with the Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) immediately launched an investigation. They located the victim and the located the accused in another location.

Dylan COOPER, age 26 of McDonalds Corners, has been charged with sexual assault.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on Monday, September 16, 2024.

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Kingston OPP Police Press Releases

Brett HARRIGAN – Sexual Assault, Assault With Weapon, Etc.

(KINGSTON, ON) – A 28-year-old man has been taken into custody in Kingston as a result of arrest warrants in multiple jurisdictions.

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad located the wanted male and conducted a high-risk arrest near the intersection of Concession and Victoria Streets. There were no injuries.

The ROPE Squad has been working closely with the OPP Community Street Crime Unit, Lanark OPP Crime Unit, Grenville OPP Crime Unit, Smiths Falls Police Service and Kingston Police to locate the individual.

Multiple arrest warrants had been issued for Brett HARRIGAN of Drummond-North Elmsley Township. Charges include, but are not limited to:

  • Sexual Assault
  • Assault with a weapon – two counts
  • Assault Causing bodily harm
  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm
  • Dangerous operation
  • Mischief under $5000

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville today, September 12, 2024.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

John WILKINSON – Sexual Assault

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Major Crime Unit has charged an individual in relation to a historical sexual assault.

In August 2024, an investigation began after a victim reported a sexual assault that occurred in 2010. At the time of the incident the accused and the victim were members of the same residential community in the Town of Beeton.

As a result of the investigation, John WILKINSON, from New Tecumseth was charged with:

–       Sexual Assault

–       Sexual Interference

The accused has been arrested and released and is scheduled to attend Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on September 26th, 2024.

Anyone with information about this incident or a similar incident is urged to contact the Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you want to remain anonymous please contact Simcoe-Dufferin-Muskoka Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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OPP Paisley Police Press Releases

Sexual Assault In Paisley

(PAISLEY, ON) – On August 26, 2024, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a sexual assault that occurred at a business along Queen Street Paisley in the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie. 

South Bruce OPP Crime Unit with the assistance of Saugeen Shores Police Service arrested the individual responsible on August 27,2024.  A 56-year-old individual from London is charged with:

  • Sexual Assault
  • Criminal Harassment

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 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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Kingston OPP Police Press Releases

Prisoner Arrested For Sexual Assault

(KINGSTON, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Joint Forces Penitentiary Squad has laid charges after an assault at Bath Institution in Kingston.

On May 30, 2024, the Correctional Service of Canada contacted the Penitentiary Squad after an inmate reported being sexually assaulted the previous evening.

On August 12, 2024, as a result of the investigation, members of the Penitentiary Squad arrested inmate Kirk WILLIAMS, age 52, and charged him under the Criminal Code with:

  • Sexual assault – section 271
  • Assault causing bodily harm – section 267(c)
  • Assault – section 266
  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm – section 264.1(1)(a)

The accused remains in the custody of the Correctional Service of Canada and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Napanee on September 19, 2024.

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Minto OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Home Invader Sexual Assaults Victim – Quinn PETRIE-SHAW Arrested

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – On August 23, 2024, the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation into a reported sexual assault at an address in the Town of Minto.   

As a result of the investigation, Quinn PETRIE-SHAW, 28 years old of Grey Highlands has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

–       Sexual Assault,

–       Break and Enter Dwelling House to Commit Indictable offence, and

–       Forcible Confinement.

The accused has been held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Any person with information regarding this occurrence can 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 South Porcupine

Pervert Alert: Jeremy BERNIER Facing Numerous Charges

(SOUTH PORCUPINE, ON) – One person was arrested on 19 outstanding criminal charges after warrant was executed.

On July 25, 2024, at approximately 11:00 a.m., the North East Region (NER) Bail Support Team of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) with the support of the South Porcupine OPP and Timmins Police, executed a warrant on Main Street in South Porcupine.

Jeremy BERNIER, 19 years of age from South Porcupine, was arrested and charged with:

·        Sexual assault on a person under 16 years of age (three counts)

·        Sexual interference

·        Invitation to sexual touching under 16 years of age

·        Forcible confinement

·        Assault

·        Failure to comply with undertaking (eight counts)

·        Failure to attend court

·        Failure to attend court after having appeared (two counts)

·        Failure to attend for fingerprints

The accused was transported to the Kapuskasing OPP detachment, as all offences occurred in Kapuskasing, between September 2020 and March 2023.

The accused was released from bail court on July 26, and is next scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing on August 12, 2024.

The OPP urges any other victims or anyone with information to come forward by calling the Kapuskasing OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Amir JALAL – Sexual Assault

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On June 6, 2024, Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation into a reported sexual offence at an address in Centre Wellington. 

As a result of the investigation, Amir JALAL, 38-years-old of Linwood, has been charged with Sexual Assault contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph on August 27, 2024.

Any person with information regarding this occurrence should 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.