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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Clayton YACKOBECK Was Arrested Again

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A local individual is facing a charge of uttering threats after an unwanted person was reported at a Pembroke residence.

On the morning of May 2, 2024, at approximately 7:15 a.m., officers from the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a residence on Renfrew Street in response to a report of an unwanted person in the backyard. Investigation found that the homeowner and their family had been threatened. A short time later, police located the unwanted individual nearby and took them into custody.  

Clayton YACKOBECK, age 49 of no fixed address, has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm
  • Fail to comply with probation

The accused was held for a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on May 7, 2024. 

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Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Brian ABRAM Was Arrested

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Dispute leads to multiple charges.

On April 30, 2024, at 6:21 p.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police Service and the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to an address on Bodkin Road, Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, for the report of a family dispute.

As a result, Brian ABRAM a 34-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with:

  • Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm (two counts)
  • Mischief Under $ 5,000
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court

The accused was held for bail.

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

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

18 Year Old Student Arrested For Threats

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating a threat that occurred at a local secondary school.

On April 29, 2024, at approximately 12:00 p.m., OPP responded to a reported threats call on Scotland Street, Fergus. It was reported that a student had been threatened by another student during a dispute. Police responded and an 18-year-old was arrested.

The investigation is ongoing, and police are asking anyone with information about this event 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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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

William DENBY – Threats

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and members of the Kawartha Lakes Police Service (KLPS) have conducted a joint investigation resulting in charges being laid against a 65-year-old from Fenelon Township.

On April 25, 2024, William DENBY was arrested and charged with the following offences:

  • Criminal Harassment
  • Uttering Threats
  • Intimidation of a Justice System Participant

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

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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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Jason AUBERTIN Was Arrested

(WEST NIPISSINGON) – Police arrested and charged one person after responding to a disturbance.

On April 24, 2024, shortly after 7:30 p.m., members of the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a disturbance on King Street, West Nipissing.

Police attended the scene and located a conscious person laying down on the street. While assisting the individual, they became assaultive and began uttering threats during the investigation.

As a result of the investigation: Jason AUBERTIN, 36 years-of-age, from West Nipissing was arrested and charged with:

  • Causing a disturbance
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm
  • Assault with intent to resist arrest
  • Disarming a Peace Officer
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused was held for Bail Court and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 26, 2024, in North Bay.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Jakob JORDAN Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an investigation into an incident involving Delhi District Secondary School.

At approximately 12:09 a.m. on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated an incident involving Delhi District Secondary School on James Street in Delhi, Norfolk County.

It was determined that a short time earlier, a group of individuals had a conversation using electronic means, during which one of them threatened to cause harm to the school and individuals within the school community.

With assistance from the Niagara Regional Police Service, the individual of interest was located at an address in Welland, Ontario, and was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 18-year-old Jakob JORDAN of Norfolk County:

  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm.

The accused was detained in custody and is scheduled to appear at a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe.

At this time, there is believed to be no threat to public safety.

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Elvin CANONIZADO Was Arrested

A male has been arrested after sexually assaulting a female and threatening her and another male with a firearm in Oshawa.

On Friday, April 19, 2024, at approximately 2:05 p.m., members of Central East Division responded to an armed person call in the area of Simcoe Street South and Athol Street. The suspect approached the victim, while she was alone on the street corner, and touched her inappropriately before walking away. The victim told her partner, and both parties confronted the suspect. The suspect made threats with a firearm toward the male and female before leaving the area.

Officers searched the area and located the suspect a short distance away. Police took the suspect into custody without incident. A search of the suspect located a concealed BB firearm that resembled a revolver.

The victims did not sustain any physical injuries.

Elvin CANONIZADO, age 28 from Oshawa is charged with: Sexual Assault, Uttering Threats x2, Possess Weapon for Committing Offence, Carry Concealed Weapon, and Use of Imitation Firearm During Commission of an Offence.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. Santoro of Central East Division at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2175.

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 $2,000 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 Smiths Falls

Gregory BRADFORD Was Arrested

(SMITHS FALLS, ON) – A Smiths Falls resident faces charges after incidents including threats and vandalism.

The Smiths Falls Police Service requested assistance April 19, 2024, from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) after an individual had made threats against two members of the police service and committed multiple acts of vandalism in the form of graffiti.

Members of the OPP East Region Community Street Crime Unit and Lanark OPP Crime Unit began an investigation which resulted in an arrest warrant being issued. On April 20, 2024, officers, assisted by members of the OPP ROPE (Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement) Squad made an arrest in Ottawa.

 Gregory BRADFORD, age 28, has been charged with:

  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm – two counts
  • Criminal harassment
  • Intimidation of a justice system participant
  • Mischief under $5000 – four counts

The accused remains in custody. The bail hearing is scheduled to continue before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on April 23, 2024.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Tom GECSE Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – One individual has been charged following an investigation into a neighbour dispute in Turkey Point.

At approximately 7:25 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated a neighbour dispute at an address on Turkey Point Road in Turkey Point, Norfolk County.

It was determined that two individuals had a dispute on the property, resulting in the victim being threatened and physically assaulted. Minor injuries were reported.

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

Charged with the following alleged offences is 63-year-old Tom GECSE of Norfolk County:

  • Assault,
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm.

The accused was detained in custody to appear at a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thessalon

Repeat Offender Arrested Again After Death Threats

(THESSALON, ON) – One person was arrested and charged after police were called to a neighbour dispute on Federation Street in Thessalon.

On April 11, 2024, at approximately 4:30 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to the residential property. The complainant reported a neighbour attended their property and threatened to kill them with a tire iron in hand. Police also later learned that the person was on probation with release conditions. 

James HEMBRUFF, 38-years-old, of Thessalon was arrested and charged with:

  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order

The accused was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Sault Ste. Marie on April 12, 2024. 

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Chapleau OPP Police Press Releases

Tyrone TANGIE Was Arrested

(CHAPLEAU, ON) – One person is facing a criminal charge after sending threatening messages over social media. On April 9, 2024, shortly before 11:00 p.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a threats occurrence on Martel Road in Chapleau.

As a result of the investigation, Tyrone TANGIE, 24 years-of-age, of Brunswick House First Nation was arrested and charged with one count of Uttering Threats to cause bodily harm.        

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 13, 2024 in Chapleau.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Rene LAPIERRE – Threats & Firearms Charges

(BRANT, ON) – At approximately 7:05a.m., on March 31, 2024, members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to investigate a mischief complaint at a residence on Flagg Avenue in Paris.

Upon arrival, officers discovered that the complainant had been receiving threatening messages from a male individual. Additionally, it was found that the complainant’s vehicle had been damaged by the same individual using a BB gun.

As a result of the investigation, 39-year-old Rene LAPIERRE, from Paris has been charged with the following offences.

–      Utter Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm

–      Mischief Under $5000

–      Careless Use of a Firearm

LAPIERRE was taken into custody without issues and held for a bail hearing.

Members of the Brant County OPP are continuing to investigate and are seeking the public’s assistance with this investigation. If anyone has any information, they are being asked to contact police at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Wasaga Beach Armed Robbery – Derek PUSHIE & Michael CAIN

(WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged two individuals in relation to an assault with a weapon incident in the Town of Wasaga Beach.

On March 20, 2024, at approximately 1:35 p.m., members of the Huronia West Detachment and Huronia West Crime Unit responding to a report of a shooting on Mosley Street. The victim suffered moderate injuries, which were treated on scene by the EMS.

Both the accused were still on the premises when police arrived and were arrested without incident. During the investigation, police seized 0.8 grams of fentanyl.

On March 21, 2024, a search warrant was executed at the residence of the first accused. The following items were seized:

  • Glock air pistol
  • Beretta air pistol
  • Air pistol

Derek PUSHIE, 48-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Careless use of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Firearm – use while committing offence
  • Break, enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence
  • Robbery with weapon
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – opioid (other than heroin)

Michael CAIN, 40-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Firearm – use while committing offence
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Break, enter a place – with intent to commit indictable offence
  • Robbery with weapon
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm

Both the accused’s appeared in Bail Court on March 21, 2024. The accused’s will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie at a future date.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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Chapleau OPP Police Press Releases

Spouse Assaulted With Weapon

(CHAPLEAU, ON) – A Chapleau resident is facing criminal charges as a result of a sexual assault investigation. On March 23, 2024, shortly after 4:00 p.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a domestic disturbance on Pine Park Road in Chapleau.

As a result of the investigation, a 52-year-old person from Chapleau was arrested and charged with:

  • Sexual Assault
  • Assault with a Weapon – Spousal
  • Assault – Spousal
  • Uttering Threats to Cause Death – Spousal

The accused was held for a bail hearing, and remanded into custody. Due to the domestic nature of the incident, the name of the accused will not be released to protect the identity of the victim.

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Laird OPP Police Press Releases

Armed Robbery – NICHOLSON & TORRANCE Arrested

(LAIRD, ON) – On March 9, 2024, shortly before 7:00 p.m., the Sault Ste. Marie Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an unwanted person at a residence on Neebish Road in Laird Township. Investigation revealed an individual entered the victim’s property and attempted to steal a vehicle, then returned a short time later with a second individual, and left with items belonging to the victim. The accused individuals fled the scene prior to police arrival.  

On March 13, 2024, police completed their investigation and arrested both accused individuals. As a result, Leslie NICHOLSON, 34 years-of-age, of Garden River First Nation was charged with:

  • Robbery with Weapon
  • Using Firearm while Committing Offence
  • Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm
  • Uttering Threats – Injure Animal
  • Theft Over $5,000
  • Mischief Under $5,000

The accused was held for a bail hearing, and subsequently released by the Ontario Court of Justice.

Lucas TORRANCE, 36 years-of-age, of Sault Ste. Marie was charged with:

  • Robbery with Weapon
  • Theft Over $5,000

The accused remains in custody, following a bail hearing. 

Sault Ste. Marie OPP officers were assisted by Batchewana First Nation Police, Anishinabek Police Service, East Algoma OPP, North East Region Canine Unit, and Sault Ste. Marie Crime Unit.