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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Marten WOODS Was Arrested

A male has been arrested for pointing a firearm at a victim in Whitby.

On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at approximately 2:40 p.m., members of Central West Division responded to an armed person call in the area of Dundas Street West and Frances Street. It was reported that the suspect pointed a firearm at the victim and threatened to shoot them. The suspect fled the area before police arrived.

Officers were able to locate the suspect and arrested him without incident. The firearm involved is believed to be a replica.

Marten WOODS, age 37, of No Fixed Address is charged with: Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm; Point a Firearm and Breach of Probation.

He was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact Cst. Petschenig of Central West Division at 1-888-579-1520 at ext. 2448.

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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Trent Hills

Student Arrested Update – 32 Firearms Charges

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged another person as a result of further investigation into the weapons call at a high school in Campbellford.

As a result of the ongoing police investigation, members of the Northumberland Crime Unit with the assistance of the Peterborough-Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), executed a warrant in Havelock on February 26, 2025. Multiple firearms, ammunition and other weapons were seized. One person was arrested on March 3, 2025.

As a result, a 48-year-old female, from Havelock, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

–      Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition – 32 counts

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a later date. They shall not be named to protect the identity of the young person.

Members of Northumberland OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities.

Anyone affected by this incident is encouraged to speak with victim services. Peterborough-Northumberland Victim Services can be reached at 705-748-0324.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Drug & Weapons Bust – Jonathan St. Louis Arrested

(Orillia, ON) – Officers from the Orillia Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an individual related to drug trafficking and executed search warrants on his residence and vehicle, seizing firearms, cocaine and cannabis.

In January 2025, members of the Orillia Detachment CSCU commenced an investigation involving an individual trafficking drugs in the County of Simcoe. On February 25, 2025, members of the Orillia and Muskoka Community Street Crime Units (CSCU) arrested one individual in Simcoe County and executed Search Warrants of the individual’s residence and vehicle. 

Police seized the following items:

·        Glock 19 9mm (prohibited magazine with automatic switch)

·        Lorcin .380 caliber (prohibited magazine loaded)

·        9mm ammunition

·        .380 ammunition

·        32 grams – Cocaine and Crack Cocaine

·        255 grams – Cannabis Marihuana

·        $1700 Canadian Currency

As a result of the investigation Jonathan St. Louis (24) of Scarborough has been charged with the following:

·        CC 92(2) (3 counts) – Possession of prohibited device – fully automatic switch and overcapacity magazines

·        CC 92(1) (2 counts) – Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·        CC 91(1) (2 counts) – Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm

·        CC 95(1) (2 counts)- Possession of a loaded prohibited firearm

·        CC 86(1) (2 counts) – Careless storage of a prohibited firearm

·        CC 108(1)(a) – Tampering with serial number of a firearm

·        CC 354(1)(a) – Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

·        CDSA 5(2) – Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

·        CDSA 5(2) – Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Oxycodone

·        CA 10(2) – Possession of illicit Cannabis for the purpose of selling

The accused was held pending a bail hearing on February 26, 2025 at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie.

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also 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 $2,000.00.

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OPP Police Press Releases Trent Hills

15 Year Old Student Facing Numerous Charges

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges after responding to a weapons call at a high school in Campbellford.

On February 25, 2025, at around 12:10 p.m., OPP responded to a report of a student making threats and in possession of weapons at a high school. The school was placed on lockdown for the safety of all staff and students.

Upon arrival, officers took the student into custody without incident. There were no injuries reported, and police are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident. The Northumberland OPP Crime Unit has been engaged to assist with the investigation.

Officers seized a handgun, ammunition and a number of edged weapons.

As a result, a 15-year-old male from Havelock, was charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

–      Carry firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in careless manner

–      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose – two counts

–      Carrying concealed weapon

–      Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

–      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

–      Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

–      Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm.

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg on a later date.

The identity of the accused shall be withheld as it is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

Members of Northumberland OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 705-745-9000 or stopcrimehere.ca.

Anyone affected by this incident is encouraged to speak with victim services. Peterborough-Northumberland Victim Services can be reached at 705-748-0324.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Jason SAMPLE Facing Drug & Weapons Charges

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – A Thunder Bay resident is facing 14 charges under the Criminal Code (CC) and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), including charges relating to possession of a loaded firearm with an altered serial number.

In January 2025, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG) began an investigation into drug trafficking activity in Thunder Bay. On February 4, 2025, members from PGNG including the OPP, Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS) and Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) as well as the Thunder Bay OPP and the OPP Community Street Crime Unit in Thunder Bay, arrested an individual suspected of drug trafficking at a location on Arthur Street West. The individual attempted to resist arrest but was apprehended without further incident. The accused had two outstanding warrants issued by the OPP and TBPS for several previous offences.

A search of personal items of the accused led to the seizure of the following:

  •         A loaded firearm with an altered serial number
  •         Approximately 11 grams of suspected cocaine
  •         Approximately 7 grams of suspected crack cocaine
  •         $2,590 in Canadian currency
  •         Two digital scales
  •         Two cell phones

Jason SAMPLE, age 41 of Thunder Bay, has been charged with the following 14 CC and CDSA offences:

  •         Resisting arrest
  •         Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  •         Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  •         Possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized
  •         Possession of a firearm knowing that the serial number has been defaced
  •         Careless storage of a firearm
  •         Unauthorized possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle
  •         Possession of a firearm contrary to prohibition order
  •         Carrying a concealed weapon
  •         Possession of a restricted firearm with ammunition
  •         Breach of release order
  •         Breach of undertaking
  •         Possession of proceeds obtained by crime under $5,000
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on February 26, 2025.

The OPP would like to thank TBPS, NAPS and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) for their continued support of the PGNG program.

Anyone with any information about illegal firearms or the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illicit drugs should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

3 Charged After Failing To Stop For Emergency Vehicle

(City of Kawartha Lakes, ON) On February 22nd, at approximately 8:00 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in the City of Kawartha Lakes conducted a traffic stop on Centreline Road. The stop occurred after the vehicle failed to slow down and move over for an emergency vehicle.

During the stop, the officer initiated an investigation into impaired driving and drug trafficking. The driver of the vehicle registered a “warn” on a roadside approved screening device. As a result, the vehicle was towed, and the driver’s license was suspended for three days.

The investigation led to the arrest and charging of three individuals in connection with the incident.

40-year-old, Justin Wood, of Bobcaygeon with the following.

–         Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking X 2

–         Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition

–         Fail to slow down and proceed with caution for emergency vehicles or tow trucks

35-year-old,Elyssa Hanley of Bobcaygeon with the following.

–         Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking X 2

–         Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition

–         Passenger fail to wear seat belt properly

37-year-old, Mitchell Duffy, of Bobcaygeon with the following.

–         Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking X 2

–         Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition

–         Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000.00

–         Fail to comply with probation order

–         Passenger fail to wear seat belt properly

The two individuals were released from custody with conditions will appear in Court in Lindsay on a later date. The other accused was held for bail.  

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 Sioux Lookout

Kyler ACKEWANCE Was Arrested

(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Sioux Lookout have arrested and charged one individual with firearm and drug offences.

On February 6th, 2025, shortly after 1:00 p.m., members of the Sioux Lookout conducted a traffic stop on Drayton Road. The driver was placed under arrest and during a search incident to arrest, officers located suspected cocaine, and suspected crack cocaine on the individual. Police further located a firearm and ammunition inside of the vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, Kyler ACKEWANCE, 32 years old of Hudson, Ontario, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine

The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking, and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sioux Lookout on the 4th of March, 2025.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Andrew IAN Facing Weapons Charges

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Dryden and Sioux Lookout have arrested and charged an individual wanted on a Canada-wide warrant after they failed to stop for police.

On February 9, 2025, at approximately 4:00 a.m., members of the Dryden OPP were notified of a vehicle that failed to stop for police after being observed travelling unsafely on Highway 17 by officers from Sioux Lookout. Officers did not engage in a pursuit.

Dryden officers located the vehicle on Highway 17 west of Bonney Bay Road and were able to safely stop the vehicle. The driver was placed under arrest without incident or damage to any of the involved vehicles. Police conducted a search of the vehicle and located a firearm. Upon arrest, it was revealed that the individual was wanted on an outstanding Canada-wide warrant.

As a result of the investigation, Andrew IAN, 73 years old of Surrey, British Columbia, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Flight from peace officer

·      Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

·      Unauthorized possession of a weapon

·      Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

·      Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

·      Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm

The accused has been remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on a later date.

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Huronia West OPP Police Press Releases

Weapon & Drug Bust – Names Released

(Huronia West, ON) – Members from the Huronia West Major Crime and Community Street Crime Unit of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have seized a firearm, approximately 905 grams of illicit substances, and have charged four individuals.

On February 5, 2025, at approximately 9:36 a.m., officers began arresting individuals following a lengthy investigation, that began in October 2024. The investigation remains ongoing, and the following were charged: 

Kamba TABAN, a 31-year-old of Innisfil, was charged with:

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin)

–      Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

–      Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

–      Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

–      Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

–      Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

–      Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition

–      Careless Storage of a Firearm, weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition

Lianne Gervais, a 46-year-old of Springwater Township, was charged with:

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin)

–      Careless Storage of a Firearm, weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition

–      Unauthorized Possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

–      Unauthorize Possession of a firearm

Gaston Abar, a 50-year-old of Springwater Township, was charged with:

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin)

–      Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

–      Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

–      Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition

–      Careless Storage of a Firearm, weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition

Hailey Boyle, a 27-year-old of Barrie, was charged with:

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

Kamba Taban and Gaston Abar were held for a bail hearing while the other two were released from custody on an Undertaking and will appear later in court.

The Huronia West OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.stopcrimehere.ca, call 1-800-222-8477, or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122

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OPP Police Press Releases Tiny

Weapon & Drug Bust

Search Warrants Executed at Two Midland Locations

As a result of an ongoing investigation by members of the OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) attached to the Southern Georgian Bay, Huronia West and Collingwood OPP Detachments assisted by uniform members and OPP Central Region Canine (K-9), search warrants were executed at two separate locations in the Town of Midland on the morning of February 6, 2025.

As a result, numerous stolen items along with a quantity of a substance believed to be cocaine were recovered and the following individuals have been arrested and charged in connection to this investigation.

Kyle VARTIAINEN 33 years of Midland has been charged criminally with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm (two counts)

And Further With

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act.

Peter Alfred NORMAN 40 years of Midland has been charged criminally with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Unlawfully in Dwelling House
  • Theft Under $5000

Jade Marjorie BRIDEAU-PARTON 29 years of Midland has been charged criminally with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

And Further With

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act

These accused persons have been released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on March 20, 2025.

Also charged in connection to this investigation is Kathleen HUNT 33 years of Leamington who was arrested on November 19, 2024, on the following charges relating to this investigation and further related investigations.

  • Trafficking in property obtained by crime
  • Break & Enter a place and steal a firearm
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm (three counts)
  • Theft Over $5000
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada
  • Forgery (two counts)
  • Use, deals, acts on forged document (two counts)

And Further arrested and charged on February 6, 2025 with the offences of

  • Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence
  • Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm
  • Trafficking in property obtained by crime (two counts)

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

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Haliburton OPP Police Press Releases

Drug & Weapons Bust

(HALIBURTON COUNTY, ON) – The Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged two individuals following an investigation involving firearms and drugs.

As a result of an ongoing investigation, members of the Haliburton Highlands and Kawartha Lakes OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with the assistance of the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), executed search warrants at locations on Highland Street in Haliburton and Pine Avenue in Haliburton on February 4, 2025. Firearms, ammunition, suspected drugs and cash were among items seized. Four people were arrested.

As a result, Shawn HARDING, 37 years-of-age, of Haliburton, has been charged with:

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – three counts

·        Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition – two counts

·        Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm – two counts

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm – two counts

·        Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Possession of a firearm knowing serial number has been tampered with

·        Possession property obtained by crime under $5000

·        Possession cannabis for the purpose of selling – two counts

The accused has been held for a Bail Hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay, Ontario.

And further, Amy HARMAN, 43 years-of-age, of Algonquin Highlands, has been charged with:

·        Possession of a schedule I substance

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Minden Ontario at a later date.           

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related offences is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You can submit your information online at http://www.khcrimestoppers.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not have to testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2000.00.

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Cobourg Police Service Police Press Releases

Weapon & Drug Bust – Details Released

Four arrests were made as a result of two Drug Search Warrants executed in the Town of Cobourg.

As part of an ongoing enhanced enforcement strategy targeting illegal drug activity affecting Northumberland County and the safety of our citizens, the Cobourg Police Service commenced an investigation into drug activity at 351 and 353 John Street in the Town of Cobourg. 

On Thursday, January 30, 2025, members of the Cobourg Police Service Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB), with the assistance of the Port Hope Police CIB, Ontario Provincial Police Tactical Response Unit (TRU) and Emergency Response Team (ERT), Belleville Police K9, uniform officers and Special Constables, simultaneously executed two Controlled Drug and Substances Act search warrants at 351 and 353 John Street, Cobourg.

A subsequent search of the residence resulted in police locating and seizing the following:

  • Approximately 344.5 grams of fentanyl
  • Approximately 125 grams of cocaine
  • Approximately 46 grams of heroin
  • Approximately 3.5 grams of crystal methamphetamine
  • $2,852 Canadian currency
  • Four Crossbows
  • Several Imitation Firearms

The estimated street value of the drugs seized is $240,625. The amount of fentanyl seized is equivalent to 3,445 potentially fatal doses.

As a result of the investigation, four persons were charged with the following offences:  

Cobourg residents Mark GORDON (36), Shauna WILSON (36), Kayla GIBSON (29) and Andrew PUFFER (39) are jointly charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine contrary
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000

Mark GORDON and Shauna WILSON were jointly charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – heroin
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – crystal methamphetamine
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Produce a schedule I substance – opioid (other than heroin) contrary to section 7(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act

Mark GORDON was charged with:

  • Possession of weapon contrary to prohibition order

Shauna WILSON was charged with:

  • Possession of weapon contrary to prohibition order

All four were held in custody for a bail hearing.

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Clarence-Rockland OPP Police Press Releases

Drug & Weapons Bust

(CLARENCE-ROCKLAND, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit has laid numerous drug and weapon charges in Rockland.

A drug trafficking investigation resulted in a search warrant being executed on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at a residence on Laurier Street.

Officers from the Street Crime Unit and Russell County OPP Detachment seized quantities of suspected cocaine and suspected methamphetamine tablets. They also seized items typically associated with drug trafficking, as well as a conducted energy weapon (stun gun) and a machete. One person was arrested at the scene.

Luc DECARIE, age 50 of Rockland, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose – two counts
  • Possession of the proceeds of property obtained by crime-under $5000
  • Operation of a vehicle while prohibited under the Criminal Code – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance – two counts

The accused was released from custody following a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal and is scheduled to appear in court again on February 12, 2025.

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LEEDS and the THOUSAND ISLAND OPP Police Press Releases

Speeding Leads To Drug & Weapons Charges

(LEEDS AND THOUSAND ISLANDS TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has seized illegal drugs and a loaded handgun near Gananoque.

OPP officers stopped a speeding car on Highway 401 eastbound, between Highway-137 and Gananoque, shortly after 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 16, 2025. They determined that the driver was breaching release conditions related to a previous matter and arrested the individual.

A search of the vehicle located a loaded handgun which had been converted to automatic firing, as well as two prohibited ammunition magazines. They also found more than one kilogram of suspected cocaine, suspected MDMA and other suspected illegal drugs. Two other people in the vehicle were also arrested.

Misha’al KAMIL ALSHAMMIRY, age 36, Adam OLOW, age 28, and Dianna NGUYEN, age 32, all residents of Ottawa are each charged with:

  • Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Making an automatic firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition – two counts
  • Occupant of a vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance – two counts

KAMIL ALSHAMMIRY is also charged with:

  • Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order – four counts
  • Failure to comply with a release order
  • Speeding

OLOW is additionally charged with:

  • Obstruct a peace officer
  • Personation with intent to avoid arrest
  • Failing to wear a seatbelt

All three of the accused were held in custody for a bail hearing today (Friday, January 17, 2025), before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville.

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Antonio NIKOLAKAKIS Arrested With Loaded Handgun

A 22-year-old male was arrested with a loaded handgun following a drug and firearm investigation in Oshawa.

On Wednesday, January 15, 2025 members of the Gun and Gang Enforcement Unit completed an investigation into drug trafficking and unlawful firearms. The suspect was arrested at a shopping plaza in the area of Laval Drive and Stevenson Road South. During the arrest officers located a loaded semi-automatic firearm in his jacket.

A search warrant was executed at the suspect’s residence in the area of Dean Avenue and Normandy Street, resulting in the seizure of an over-capacity magazine, more than 240g of cocaine and more than 350g of fentanyl with a street value in excess of $100,000.

Antonio NIKOLAKAKIS, age 22, of Oshawa is charged with: Possess Loaded Regulated Firearm; Possess Prohibited Device Knowing No Authority and Possess Schedule I Substance for Trafficking x2 (fentanyl and cocaine).

He was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with any new information about this incident is asked to contact the Gun and Gang Enforcement Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1801.

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.