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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases

Aurel PANA Was Arrested

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Individual from Mount Brydges has been charged with theft of alcohol from business in Kilworth.

On September 11, 2024, at 1:02 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to a business at 10166 Glendon Drive in Kilworth, Middlesex Centre, for the report of a theft of alcohol the previous day.

As a result of the investigation, Aurel PANA, a 52-year-old of Mount Brydges, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code on September 14, 2024, with:

  • Theft Under $5000- SHOPLIFTING

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on November 6, 2024.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.  

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MACDONALD-MEREDITH-ABERDEEN

Samuel GUAY – Theft

(MACDONALD-MEREDITH-ABERDEEN ADDITIONAL TOWNSHIP ON)- Police locate stolen brown van from British Columbia.

On September 5, 2024, at approximately 10:30 a.m., the Sault Ste Marie Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a theft of gas from a local gas station on Highway 17B in the Town of Echo Bay.

Investigation determined a brown conversion van had driven away from the gas station without paying $190 in fuel. At approximately 10:45 a.m., police observed the suspect vehicle travelling eastbound on Highway 17. The van then pulled into a contracting yard on Highway 17 near Highway 548 within Tarbutt-Additional Township.

Police conducted a query on the vehicle plate and revealed the 1979 conversion van was reported stolen from Revelstoke, British Columbia. Another query determined the driver was on conditions not to operate any motor vehicle whereby the licence plate was not registered to him or a partner.

As a result, Samuel GUAY, 35 years-of-age from Saint Julien, QC was charged with:

  • Theft under $5000
  • Possession property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Failure to comply with release order-other than to attend court

The accused is schedule to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sault Ste Marie on October 21, 2024.

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OPP Police Press Releases TEMISKAMING SHORES

Shoplifters Arrested – Drugs A Factor

(TEMISKAMING SHORES, ON) – Male arrested for shoplifting by off-duty police officer results in four persons charged with drug trafficking.

On September 2, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., an off-duty police officer arrested a male for shoplifting at a business on Highway 11 in Dymond Township and the Temiskaming Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to assist. Two people fled in a vehicle prior to their arrival and one other person hid in the store.

The vehicle was located, and a traffic stop was conducted on Shepherdson Road in New Liskeard. The occupants were arrested, and the vehicle was searched incident to arrest. Police located and seized drugs suspected to be methamphetamine and fentanyl with a total estimated street value of $112,000. The fourth person was later arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Jordan VAN MIERLO, 38 years-of-age of North Bay, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Theft under $5000

Ryan O’HARA, 38 years-of-age of Ajax, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Theft under $5000

Ashley GAUDETTE, 36 years-of-age of Cobalt, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Theft under $5000

Justine ELSE, 36 years-of-age of North Bay, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Theft under $5000
  • Failure to comply with Release Order

All four accused persons appeared in bail court before the Haileybury Ontario Court of Justice on September 3, 2024. They remain in custody and will next appear before the Haileybury Ontario Court of Justice on September 6, 2024.

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Guelph GUELPH-ERAMOSA

Kevin M. GIBSON – Theft

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA, ON) – On August 31, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation into the theft of copper wire from hydro lines. The damages and losses were reported at upwards of $100,000. With the help of the West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) the investigation has led to the arrest of Kevin M. GIBSON, of Cambridge, he has been charged with:

  • Theft Over $5000 contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Mischief – Destroys or damages property contrary to the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph, at a later date.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident 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.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicle Investigation Leads To Arrests

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges in connection to a stolen vehicle investigation.  

On August 23, 2024, Caledon OPP received information from the Town of Caledon By-Law Enforcement on a ‘chop shop’ with a stolen 2021 Lexus RX350 in pieces at a rural property on The Gore Road in the Town of Caledon. On August 29, 2024, the Caledon and Nottawasaga Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Caledon Community Response Unit (CRU), Provincial Auto Theft and Towing (PATT) Team and with the assistance of the Equite Association (Formerly the Insurance Bureau of Canada) executed a search warrant at the property and recovered the stolen Lexus RX350 and a stolen 2022 Toyota Tundra also in pieces, as well as offence related property was seized. As a result, three parties were arrested, and the estimated value of property recovered was $120,000.  

Afamefuna OKORIE, 38, of Mississauga was charged with: 

• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000 – two counts

Sochima UGWUAGBO, 24, of Mississauga was charged with:

• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000 – two counts

Chidera OGBU, 44, of Etobicoke was charged with:

• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000 – two counts

The accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on October 3, 2024, for their first appearance.

If you suspect illegal activity in your neighbourhood, call 1-888-310-1122 or 911 for emergencies. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. 

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North Shore OPP Police Press Releases

Michael SCHELL Was Arrested

(TOWNSHIP OF THE NORTH SHORE, ON)- Thief hit in the head with small propane cylinder.

On August 29, 2024, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a break and enter at a rail scrap yard on Highway 17 in the village of Spragge.  

The suspect had loaded scrap metal in a trailer from the rail yard and a struggle ensued between the complainant and the suspect. While waiting for police the complainant then tried to box in the suspect vehicle and was unsuccessful as the suspect vehicle drove through a fence and fled the scene eastbound on Highway 17.

Later that evening, police received another call for service reporting that the suspect from earlier was hit in the head with a small green propane cylinder during a physical altercation in Spragge and was now parked at a parking lot at the west end of the Town of Spanish. Upon police arrival the accused was arrested at 10:00 p.m., and the galvanized trailer was located on Waterfalls Road and towed to Blind River.

As a result, Michael SCHELL, 38 years-of-age from Elliot Lake was charged with: 

  • Theft over $5000
  • Mischief -destroys or damages property
  • Dangerous operation
  • Driving while under suspension

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on October 3, 2024.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Martin BATES – Fraud, Theft

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON)- One person arrested and charged for 16 offences.

On August 26, 2024, the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began a fraud investigation that occurred between August 10, 2024, and August 18, 2024, that took place at a local outfitters store in the City of Elliot Lake.

Investigation determined an employee stole store items, cash, had pocketed money from the till and refunded store items by falsifying invoices.  Closed circuit television (CCTV) recorded most of the fraudulent transactions and thefts.

On August 29, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., the OPP made an arrest and recovered more store items.

As a result, Martin BATES, 48 years-of-age from Elliot Lake was charged with: 

  • Fraud under $5000 (seven counts)
  • Falsification books and documents (five counts)
  • Theft under $5000 (four counts)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on October 10, 2024.

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Spring Valley Spring Valley

Shireen MOODLEY & Joseph GOULD Facing Numerous Charges

(SPRING VALLEY, ON) – The Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals with a combined 23 charges as a result of several investigations.

On August 28, 2024, shortly after 3:30 a.m., Leeds County OPP officers were called to investigate suspicious activity at a golf course just north of Spring Valley.

Upon arrival, officers observed two individuals occupying a parked pick-up truck. It was determined that the vehicle had been stolen and the two occupants were taken into custody without incident.

Officers seized drug paraphernalia, break-in tools and footwear belonging to the accused.

It was learned later in the day that another vehicle had been abandoned at the same golf course and that another business in the area had reported that five of their vehicles were damaged overnight. The investigation determined that the incidents were connected.

51-year-old Shireen MOODLEY of Ottawa and 43-year-old Joseph GOULD of Brockville have each been charged with: 

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 – two counts
  • Possession of break-in instruments
  • Trespassing at night
  • Theft over $5,000 of a motor vehicle
  • Mischief – destroy or damage property – six counts

GOULD is also facing the additional charge of obstructing a peace officer.

Both accused were remanded into custody following their bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville. 

Over the past few months, several golf courses within Leeds County were victim of break-ins. The investigation into connections to previous golf courses is continuing.

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Prescott

James MOORE – Theft

(PRESCOTT, ON) – A North Dundas resident, wanted for an assault, is facing multiple charges and a stolen motorcycle has been recovered.

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit located a wanted individual in Prescott on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, riding a motorcycle.

The male was arrested for the outstanding warrant and officers then determined that the motorcycle had been reported stolen from Ottawa in June 2024.

James MOORE, age 38 of North Dundas Township, has been charged with:

  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Possession of property obtained by crime-over $5000
  • Theft over $5000 of a vehicle

As a result of an earlier incident the individual is also charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm
  • Fail to comply with a release order

The accused was remanded in custody until a scheduled appearance before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on August 30, 2024.

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OPP Police Press Releases St Clair

Ryan JOHNSON – Theft, Etc.

(ST. CLAIR, ON) – The Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested one individual after responding to a report of a stolen motor vehicle in St. Clair Township.

On August 25, 2024, at approximately 2:40 a.m., members of the Lambton County OPP received a report of a stolen motor vehicle from an address on St. Clair Parkway, St. Clair Township.

Shortly thereafter, police received a traffic complaint involving a vehicle with similar descriptors to the reported stolen vehicle in the same area.

Members of the Lambton County OPP promptly located the vehicle and attempted to initiate a traffic stop on St. Clair Parkway, north of Dufferin Avenue. However, the driver failed to stop for police. In the interest of public safety, the officer did not pursue the vehicle.

At approximately 3:35 a.m., Lambton County OPP received a report of a single-vehicle collision on Chiefs Road, north of Austin Road, Walpole Island First Nation.

Upon police arrival, the investigating officer established the vehicle involved in the collision was the vehicle previously reported stolen and fled from police earlier.

As a result of the investigation, Ryan JOHNSON, a 33-year-old from Wallaceburg was arrested without incident and charged with the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:

·        Theft of motor vehicle

·        Possession property obtained by crime over $5,000

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·        Flight from peace officer

·        Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·        Driving while under suspension

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on September 24, 2024, in the City of Sarnia to speak to the charges.

The Lambton County OPP would like to take this opportunity to thank the individuals who contacted police to report information relating to this incident. As a direct result, officers were able to locate the stolen motor vehicle and take the driver safely into custody.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Alexander CRICHTON – Theft

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into a shoplifting incident in Simcoe.

At approximately 2:49 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated a theft on Queensway East in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that an individual entered a business, concealed an item, and left without paying.

Responding officers located the suspect on the premises and took them into custody without incident. The stolen item had been returned to the business before police arrived.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 34-year-old Alexander CRICHTON of Brantford, Ontario:

  • Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Two Arrested For Theft – ALVARES & VILLENEUVE

(PEMBROKE, ON.) The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two persons after they were located at a local business after hours. 

On August 16, 2024, just after 12:00 a.m., OPP received information regarding two persons at a local business after hours on Bennett Street in the City of Pembroke. Police attended and located the two people.

Patrick ALVARES, 37 years old, of Caledon, On. and Scott VILLENEUVE, 38 years old, of Ottawa were charged with theft under $5,000.

Both parties were released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on September 17, 2024. 

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

Charitable Items Stolen – Clayton EISAN Arrested

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after investigating the theft of charitable items.

On August 14th, 2024, at 7:15 a.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a complaint from a local quick service restaurant that a man had stolen a quantity of items from a silent auction that they have been hosting to raise funds for charity. Officers conducted an investigation into the theft and have charged 34-year-old Clayton EISAN of Port Carling with the following offenses:

  • Theft Under $5000 CC 334(b)
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime CC 354(1)(a) and
  • Breach of Recognizance CC 811.

He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on September 17, 2024 to answer to his charges.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Lance CAINES – Theft

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have recovered stolen motorcycles and charged a local resident.

On August 13, 2024, the Caledon OPP Community Street Crime Unit entered into a stolen vehicle investigation that led officers to a residence in Caledon. Later that same day, with the assistance of the Dufferin CSCU, a search warrant was executed. The motorcycles, motorcycle equipment, and a trailer were recovered.

Lance CAINES, 40, of Caledon, has been charged with:

• Theft over $5000

• Possession of property obtained by Crime under $5000

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on September 26, 2024, to answer to the charges.

If you suspect illegal activity in your neighbourhood, call 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tweed

OPP Urges Tweed Residents To Report If Items Are Missing

(TWEED, ON) – The Central Hastings Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is urging residents of the Tweed area to check their vehicles for any missing items.

Officers were called to Stoco Road just after 12:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, after a suspicious person was reported to be in the area. They located an individual in the area who matched the description of the prowler.

The male was arrested, and a search located numerous items which appeared to have been taken from multiple vehicles, including pairs of sunglasses, colognes, cosmetics and cell phone charges. An OPP cruiser was damaged during the arrest.

Allan LAIDLEY, age 41 of Belleville, has been charged with:

  • Mischief
  • Trespassing at night
  • Theft under $5000 from a vehicle
  • Possession of property obtained by crime.

The accused remains in custody, pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville.

Anyone who believes items may have been stolen from their vehicles in the Tweed area over the weekend should contact the Central Hastings Detachment at 613-473-4234.