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Cramahe OPP Police Press Releases

Ambulance Stolen

(TOWNSHIP OF CRAMAHE, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating the theft of an ambulance in Colborne.

On August 17, 2025, shortly after 11:30 p.m., police responded to a report of a stolen vehicle from William Street.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were attending a residence and upon returning to the ambulance, discovered that it had been taken. The vehicle was recovered a short time later at another location in town and was found unoccupied.

The OPP Canine Unit (K9) attended to assist officers in the investigation and no individuals were located in connection with the incident. Officers are following lines of inquiry, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Emergency vehicles are critical public assets, and their misuse directly affects the ability of paramedics to respond to life-threatening situations. Incidents like this not only disrupt emergency services but also jeopardize patient care and public safety across the wider community. The Ontario Provincial Police reminds the public that interfering with emergency operations can have serious consequences for everyone.

Anyone with information that may assist, is asked to contact the Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested Following Theft – FAIRHURST & FAIRHURST

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals following a shoplifting investigation at a local business.

On August 13, 2025, shortly after 1:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a theft in progress at a retail store on Hastings Street North in Bancroft. It was reported that a male suspect stole a cart of merchandise before leaving the store. The suspect allegedly returned a short time later and was confronted by store staff, at which point he fled into a wooded area behind the business.

Officers conducted an area search and later located and arrested two individuals in relation to the incident.

As a result of the investigation:

Wayne FAIRHURST, 50 years old, of Dysart et al., has been charged with:

  • Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting, contrary to section 334(b) of the Criminal Code
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000, contrary to section 355(b) of the Criminal Code

Ashley FAIRHURST, 37 years old, of Dysart et al., has been charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000, contrary to section 355(b) of the Criminal Code

Both accused were released on undertakings and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on a future date.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

WARD Arrested For Theft

(BANCROFT, ON) – The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a third individual in relation to an ongoing shoplifting investigation.

On August 14, 2025, officers arrested and charged Paul Christopher WARD, 46 years old, of Essex, Ontario, with:

  • Theft Under $5,000 – two counts – contrary to section 334(b) of the Criminal Code

The charges relate to incidents at two separate businesses on Hastings Street North in Bancroft on August 13, 2025.

The accused was released on undertakings and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on a future date.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

2 Charged Following Theft – FAIRHURST & FAIRHURST

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals following a shoplifting investigation at a local business.

On August 13, 2025, shortly after 1:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a theft in progress at a retail store on Hastings Street North in Bancroft. It was reported that a male suspect stole a cart of merchandise before leaving the store. The suspect allegedly returned a short time later and was confronted by store staff, at which point he fled into a wooded area behind the business.

Officers conducted an area search and later located and arrested two individuals in relation to the incident.

As a result of the investigation:

Wayne FAIRHURST, 50 years old, of Dysart et al., has been charged with:

  • Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting, contrary to section 334(b) of the Criminal Code
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000, contrary to section 355(b) of the Criminal Code

Ashley FAIRHURST, 37 years old, of Dysart et al., has been charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000, contrary to section 355(b) of the Criminal Code

Both accused were released on undertakings and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on a future date.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Gabrielle CARTHY – Theft

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a theft from a business on Raglan St. South, in the Town of Renfrew.

On Thursday, August 7, 2025, at approximately 10:50 a.m., Renfrew OPP witnessed a person fleeing from a store on foot and was being chased by store employees.

Police located the individual and formed grounds for an arrest.

As a result of the investigation, Gabrielle CARTHY age 23 of Renfrew was charged with two counts of theft under $5000- shoplifting.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on September 17, 2025.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Sheryl BERESTECKI – Theft

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in relation to two shoplifting incidents in Port Dover.

At approximately 1:31 p.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of shoplifting at a business on Main Street in Dover.

The investigation determined that an individual entered the store, concealed merchandise, and attempted to leave without paying.

An officer located the suspect on the property and took them into custody. Further investigation revealed the same individual had been involved in a similar incident at another Main Street business reported the previous month.

As a result, 49-year-old Sheryl BERESTECKI of Norfolk County was charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting – two counts.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

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OPP Parry Sound Police Press Releases

Justinn South & Jessica Nixon Were Arrested AGAIN #3Strikes

(PARRY SOUND, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two individuals in connection to thefts from vehicles in Parry Sound.

On July 27, 2025, at approximately 7:00 a.m. the West Parry Sound OPP responded to a report of several thefts from vehicles in the Waubeek Street area in the Town of Parry Sound. Ten vehicles were targeted by thieves earlier in the night. Officers were able to locate the thieves as they were using credit cards stolen from vehicles at various locations around Parry Sound.

Justinn South 33-years-of-age of London Ontario was arrested and charged with:

  • Use of credit card – three counts
  • Trespassing by nights – seven counts
  • Theft under $5000 – three counts
  • Theft of a credit card – three counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with lawful use, enjoyment of property – nine counts
  • Identity theft
  • Fail to comply with probation order – three counts

Jessica Nixon 33-years-of-age of Georgian Bay Township was arrested and charged with:

  • Use of credit card – three counts
  • Trespassing by nights – seven counts
  • Theft under $5000 – three counts
  • Theft of a credit card – three counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with lawful use, enjoyment of property – nine counts
  • Identity theft
  • Fail to comply with release order

Both accused where held for bail before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound and are scheduled to appear on August 8, 2025

Police are reminding members of the public to keep valuables out of sight and to make sure vehicles are locked.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tecumseh

Jody SINCLAIR – Theft

(TECUMSEH, ON)- An individual was charged following a shoplifting investigation in Tecumseh.

At approximately 7:49 p.m. on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, members from the Tecumseh Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment responded to a report of a shoplifting incident at a business in the 400 block of Manning Road in the Town of Tecumseh.

The investigation determined that an individual entered a business, concealed merchandise, and exited without making payment. When officers arrived on scene, the individual attempted to flee on foot. After a short foot pursuit, the individual was taken into custody.

57-year-old Jody SINCLAIR from Windsor, has been charged with the following alleged offence:

·        Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on September 12, 2025.

If you have information on this event or any other crime activity in the area, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Theft – MUTTER & RESENDES

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – Essex County OPP has charged two individuals after a bicycle theft investigation in Leamington.

In June of 2025, Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with the Essex County Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) initiated a proactive “bait bicycle” initiative to address the numerous thefts of bicycles in the Municipality of Leamington. This involves the placement of an identified bike and the apprehension of anyone who chooses to steal it.

As a result of the investigation, two individuals were arrested and charged under the Criminal Code.

Zachary MUTTER, 33 years of age from Leamington was arrested and charged with:

  • .Theft Under $5000
  • Mischief Under $5000
  • Possession Break-In Instruments

Steven RESENDES, 51 years of age from Leamington was arrested and charged with:

  • .Theft Under $5000
  • Theft Under $5000 – Shoplifting
  • Mischief Under $5000
  • Possession Break-In Instruments

Anyone with information regarding any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or if an emergency, call 911.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

3 Arrested For Break & Enter & Theft – HARPER, RICHARDSON & KESSO

(WELLINGTON, ON) – Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three individuals following the theft of metal from a business in the community of Palmerston.

On July 26, 2025 just before 4:00 a.m. the Wellington County OPP received a call that three males were stealing metal from a local business. The three males fled from the scene upon police arrival but were later located.

Kevin HARPER, 33 years old of Listowel, Dustin RICHARDSON, 35 years old of Listowel, and Bradley KESSO, 40 years old of Atwood have been arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code of Canada Offences:

  • Theft Under $5,000
  • Possession Break In Instruments
  • Break and Enter

HARPER and KESSO were released from custody and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on August 26, 2025. RICHARDSON was held in custody for a bail hearing and was later released and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 22, 2025 in Guelph.

Police are requesting anyone with information related to this investigation to call the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-888-222-8477 (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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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Hunter GREEN – Theft

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) have charged one person after receiving reports of a theft on Queen Street in the Town of Renfrew.

On Friday, July 18, 2025, Renfrew OPP responded to a theft of a delivered package. Police obtained surveillance video and were able to identify a suspect.

As a result of the investigation, Hunter GREEN, age 35 of Renfrew was charged with theft under $5000.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke Court on September 10, 2025.

The stolen property was returned to the rightful owner.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Katrina STARR – Theft

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On July 18, 2025, police arrested person from a previous theft occurrence at convenient store on Hillside Drive South. 

On July 5, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was notified by employees of a theft. Police attended and viewed the video surveillance depicting a female stealing numerous food items and alcohol. The female was later identified and arrested. 

Katrina STARR, 21-years-old, of Elliot Lake, was charged with – Theft under $5000 – shoplifting.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on September 11, 2025. 

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

John James COLQUHOUN Facing Numerous Charges

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – Police arrest man again after multiple separate occurrences reported.

On July 16, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called by a U-Haul depot stated a person did not pay his bill and failed to return the rented trailer. Police later located the trailer which was returned to the depot and the man was arrested and charged. 

On July 17, 2025, the same man attended a restaurant on Oakland Boulevard, had a meal, then departed the establishment without paying, and assaulted an employee. He then attended a gas station convenient store on Highway 108 and stole a pack of cigarettes. The man was later arrested and charged. 

On July 18, 2025, the same man attended a camp north of Elliot Lake on Highway 639. Complainants reported the man being high on drugs and threatening to kill them. When police arrived a short time after, the man was located riding an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) in the area. He was subsequently arrested once again.

John James COLQUHOUN, 66-years-old, of Elliot Lake, was charged with:

  • Theft over $5000
  • Food and lodging fraud
  • Assault
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm – four counts
  • Mischief – obstructs, interrupts, or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property
  • Assault a peace officer
  • Careless driving
  • Fail to wear proper helmet
  • Abandoning material that is likely to become litter

The accused was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on July 19, 2025. 

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Bruce Mines OPP Police Press Releases

Criminals Steal/Hoarding Explosives

(BRUCE MINES, ON) – On July 14, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a theft call at a business on Highway 17.

Police are investigating a theft of explosives from Ontario Trap Rock Limited, located at 9630 Highway 17, in Bruce Mines. There is currently no immediate risk to public safety. The OPP is looking for any information relating to the incident.  

Any person with information regarding the theft should immediately 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 submit information online at: www.saultcrimestoppers.com

You may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

33 Year Old From Central Huron Arrestd

(HURON EAST, ON) – On July 1st, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a matter involving intimate partners in the Municipality of Huron East.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed criminal acts against their partner.

A 33-year-old individual from Central Huron has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

–      Assault Causing Bodily Harm,

–      Assault with a Weapon,

–      Theft Under $5,000.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on July 28th, 2025.