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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Kyle MATTS Facing Numerous Charges

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid drug trafficking related charges and seized a quantity of illicit drugs, Crossbow and a firearm after executing a search warrant in Mactier Georgian Bay Township.

In November of 2024, Orillia CSCU began investigating an individual who was allegedly trafficking drugs and in possession of a firearm. With assistance from Muskoka CSCU police were able to utilize investigative techniques and confirm the information.

On January 15th, 2025, satisfied with the information gathered, the Orillia CSCU with assistance from Collingwood CSCU and the Orillia Community Mobilization unit executed a search warrant at a Young St. address in Mactier. One person was arrested and safely brought into police custody

As a result of the investigation, the following was seized

Glock 19x handgun (loaded)

9mm ammunition

.223 ammunition

Crossbows (3) and bolts

624 grams – Cocaine

220 grams – Cannabis Marihuana

32 tabs – LSD

$6250 Canadian Currency

Money Counter

Kyle MATTS, 35-year-old of Georgian Bay Township, has been held for a bail hearing and charged with:

CC 92(2) – possession of prohibited device and unauthorization possession of a weapon X2

CC 92(1) – Unauthorized possession of a firearm

CC 91(1) – Unauthorized possession of a restricted firearm

CC 95(1) – Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose

CC 117.01(1) – Possession of firearm of ammunition contrary to Prohibition order X 10

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

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

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

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

CDSA 5(1) – Trafficking in a schedule 1 substance.

Members of Orillia 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 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Setting Off Fireworks While Walking Gets Matthew SANGSTER Arrested Again – Meth A Factor

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a South Huron resident following an incident on Anne Street in the Town of Exeter, Municipality of South Huron. 

On Thursday, January 02, 2025, just after 9:00 p.m., Huron OPP officers were patrolling in the Town of Exeter when they observed an individual setting off fireworks while walking on Anne Street. Police subsequently arrested the individual and located illegal weapons and drugs.

Matthew SANGSTER, 35 years of age from South Huron has been charged with the following offences:

–      Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition – (two counts),

–      Carry Concealed Prohibited Device or Ammunition – (two counts),

–      Possession of Methamphetamine,

–      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking,

–      Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order – (two counts),

The accused was processed at the Huron OPP detachment and has been held for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

If you have any information about this incident, please contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

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OPP Parry Sound Police Press Releases

Hotel Disturbance Ends With Weapons Charges

(PARRY SOUND, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person with weapon related offences.

On December 29, 2024, officers responded to a report of a disturbance at a local hotel in the Town of Parry Sound. Upon police arrival one person fled on foot but was arrested shortly after.

As a result of the investigation, Carmen GUENETTE, 28-years-of-age of North Bay was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Possession of break in instruments

The accused was held for bail at the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound and is scheduled to appear on January 6, 2025. 

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OPP Police Press Releases West Elgin

Jacob DELEARY Facing Assault & Weapons Charges

(WEST ELGIN, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an incident that resulted in an increased police presence in the Municipality of West Elgin.

On January 1, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., officers of the Elgin OPP initiated an investigation following a disturbance on Graham Street, Municipality of West Elgin.

An interaction occurred between two occupants of a vehicle and another individual. The two occupants safely left the area in the vehicle. No injuries were reported.

At approximately, 3:15 a.m., the other individual was located and taken into custody without incident in with the assistance of the West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Canine Unit (K9).

In the interest of public safety, a shelter and place notification was temporarily put into affect for the nearby residents but has since been lifted.

As a result, Jacob DELEARY, a 29-year-old from West Elgin has been charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon (Two Counts)
  • Pointing a firearm (Two Counts)
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Failure to comply with undertaking

The accused was held for a bail hearing and has since been remanded into custody.

Investigation is ongoing with the assistance of Elgin OPP Crime Unit.

The Elgin OPP would like to thank members of the public for their cooperation and support during this incident.

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Police Press Releases Thunder Bay Police Service

Weapons Incident

Incident Number TB24052786

Police are continuing to investigate after a weapons incident that occurred earlier this afternoon.

Thunder Bay Police Service officers responded to a call for service in the area of Pebblestone Road and Highway 11/17 on the afternoon of Thursday, December 26.

The involved individual has been transported to hospital. Further details about their condition are unknown at this time.

A visible police presence is expected to remain in the area. There may also be traffic disruptions in the area.

The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate. As a result, the Thunder Bay Police Service cannot provide further details at this time.

Location Thunder Bay

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Police Press Releases Toronto Police

Two Men Arrested and Gun Seized in Theft of Vehicle Investigation,Warden Avenue and Bridletowne Circle area

The Toronto Police Service is making the public aware of an arrest made in a Theft of Motor Vehicle investigation.

On Thursday, December 12, 2024, at approximately 12 p.m., police responded to a call for a located stolen vehicle in the Warden Avenue and Bridletowne Circle area.

It is alleged that:

  • officers received a call for a stolen vehicle in the area
  • officers attended and blocked the vehicle in a parking spot
  • the driver of the vehicle then collided with an unmarked police vehicle
  • the two suspects then attempted to flee the area on foot
  • after a foot pursuit, officers arrested both parties

It is further alleged that:

  • a firearm and magazine were located on one of the suspects
  • tools used in the commission of auto thefts were also located

Images have been released. 

Abdul Anjam, 23, of Brampton, has been arrested and charged with:

  1. Theft of Motor Vehicle
  2. Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Exceeding $5000
  3. Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  4. Occupy Motor Vehicle with a Firearm
  5. Possess a Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
  6. Possess Firearm Without a License
  7. Possess Restricted Weapon Knowing no Authority
  8. Possess Prohibited Device
  9. Possess Firearm Other than Restricted Firearm Knowingly Not Holding a License
  10. Possess Electric Device for Motor Vehicle Theft

He is scheduled to appear at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 10 a.m., in room 103.

Jahid Golan, 24, of Mount Hope, has been arrested and charged with:

  1. Theft of Motor Vehicle
  2. Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Exceeding $5000
  3. Occupy Motor Vehicle with a Firearm
  4. Possess Firearm Without a License
  5. Possess Restricted Weapon Knowing no Authority
  6. Possess Prohibited Device
  7. Possess Firearm Other than Restricted Firearm Knowingly Not Holding a License
  8. two counts Possess Firearm while Prohibited
  9. Possess Electric Device for Motor Vehicle Theft
  10. Escape Lawful Custody

He is scheduled to appear at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 10 a.m., in room 103.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-42, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Weapons Seized – Names Released

(MIDLAND, ON) Two individuals are facing charges, one for weapons and one for impaired driving, as a result of a driving complaint received from a member of the public in Midland last evening.

On December 10, 2024 at about 6:30 p.m., members of the Southern Georgian Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police(OPP) received a report of a vehicle crossing the centre line and driving erratically. A description and licence plate of the suspect vehicle was provided and officers began searching the area where it was last seen. Officers located the vehicle in a shopping centre parking lot on Highway 12 in the Town of Midland.

Officers approached the vehicle and noticed that the driver was interacting with an driver of another vehicle, parked next to each other. Officers spoke with individual in the vehicle suspected of driving erratically. It was learned that the driver was wanted on an warrant therefore they were placed under arrest. During the arrest procedure, it was noticed that the driver was displaying signs of impairment and drug paraphernalia was located inside the vehicle. They were also arrested for impaired operation and were transported to detachment for a Drug Recognition Evaluation.

While speaking with the the driver of the first vehicle, officers’ attention was drawn to the driver in the adjacent vehicle. Officers observed open cannabis packaging in clear view and smelled the odour of fresh cannabis. The driver was identified and was also wanted on a warrant therefore they were placed under arrest. During a search of the vehicle, police located an axe, a baton and a quantity of ammunition within reach of the driver. During a further search of the vehicle, a modified shotgun was located and seized.

As a result of this investigation, Bailey CROSSMAN, 25 years of Dunchurch, ON, faces the following charges contrary to the Criminal Code and Cannabis Control Act:

  • Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
  • Possession of an Unauthorized Firearm
  • Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
  • Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was a Firearm
  • Have Care or Control of a Motor Vehicle with Cannabis in Open Original Packaging
  • Have Care or Control of a Motor Vehicle with Cannabis Readily Available

The accused was held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice on December 11, 2024.

Also facing the following charge contrary to the Criminal Code is, Breeze JANTZI, 29 years of Mactier, ON:

  • Operation While Impaired by Drug

The accused party was released to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 2, 2025. When charged with impaired driving, the driver’s licence of the accused is suspended for 90 days and the vehicle they were operating is impounded 7 days.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Dundas

Weapons Bust At RIDE

(SOUTH DUNDAS, ON) The Stormont Dundas & Glengarry Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged three individuals with possession of firearms.   

On December 5, 2024, shortly before 1:30 a.m., OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E 

(Reduce Impaired Driver Everywhere) program on county road two in the south Dundas township.  Further Investigation led to the driver and passengers being arrested.  

Quinten ROUNDPOINT age 26 of Cornwall was charged with:

  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition
  • Have care or control of vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

Travis THOMPSON age 26 and Jake RICE age 25 of Akwesasne Mohawk Territory  with:

  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition

All accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on February 11, 2025.  

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Cochrane OPP Police Press Releases

Alain THERRIAULT Was Arrested

(COCHRANE, ON) – A routine traffic stop by the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) resulted in impaired driving and weapons-related charges early Sunday morning.

On December 8, 2024, at approximately 1:30 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on Ninth Avenue in Cochrane. During the interaction, officers determined the driver had consumed alcohol. The driver was arrested, and a search incident to arrest revealed a prohibited weapon (brass knuckles) and a small quantity of oxycodone.  

During the investigation, the driver refused to provide a breath sample as required by law at detachment. As a result, Alain THERRIAULT, 34 years of age, of Cochrane, has been charged with:

·        Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·        Possession of imitation weapon for a dangerous purpose

·        Unauthorized possession of a weapon

·        Occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was a prohibited weapon

·        Possession of a schedule I substance – oxycodone

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 28, 2025, in Cochrane.

In addition, the accused received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains committed to keeping Ontario’s roads safe. If you suspect impaired driving, call 9-1-1.

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Kirkland Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

John Paul BACON – Weapons

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – One individual has been charged with weapons offences following an arrest in Kirkland Lake.

On November 21, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m., the Kirkland Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol on Government Road in Kirkland Lake, when an officer observed a person known to be subject to reasonable grounds for arrest related to a prior incident.

Upon being advised they were under arrest, the individual attempted to access their belt area.  Officers quickly controlled the situation, and the person was arrested.

A search incident to arrest revealed the individual was concealing an imitation BB handgun and was wearing protective equipment beneath their winter jacket. Upon further investigation police located another imitation BB handgun, handcuffs and other military-style replica equipment in their backpack.

As a result of the investigation, John Paul BACON, a 40-year-old of Kirkland Lake was charged for the following:

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Carrying concealed weapon

The accused was remanded into custody and is next scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on December 12, 2024.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

David GORDON Facing Weapons Charges

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – Police have charged an individual following the execution of a warrant in Leamington.

On November 27, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex County Community Street Crime Unit, West Region OPP Emergency Response Unit (ERT) members and Leamington OPP uniform members, executed a search warrant at an address on Bowman Avenue in the Municipality of Leamington.

During the search, officers seized items including a sawed-off shotgun and ammunition.

As a result of the investigation, David GORDON, 42-year-old of Leamington was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

·        Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition (Two Counts)

·        Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on January 8, 2025.

The investigation remains under investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP 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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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Weapons Bust – Names Released

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged two individuals following an incident involving theft of firearms. 

On November 23, 2024, police responded to a report regarding the theft of a number of firearms from an address in the Township of Hamilton. The complainant believed the weapons to have been stolen in the previous two weeks. The majority of the firearms were recovered however among the unaccounted firearms, were shotguns and rifles. 

OPP began an investigation and on November 24, 2024, officers made an arrest in relation to the incident of theft.

Andrew DRYSDALE, 32-years-old, from Hamilton Township, has been charged with:

–      Unauthorized possession of a firearm – 14 counts

–      Possession of a weapon obtained by crime – 14 counts

–      Possession for the purpose of weapons trafficking

–      Transfer a firearm without authority

–      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm

–      Theft over $5,000

On November 24, 2024, at around 11:00 p.m., officers assisted by the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Emergency Response Team (ERT) and the Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), executed a search warrant at a location on John Street in the Town of Cobourg. 

Among the items seized, were rifles, shotguns, ammunition, a cellphone and approximately 17 grams of suspected Fentanyl with a street value of around $3,000.

As a result of the search, one individual was arrested and taken into custody. 

Benjamin STAPLES, 46-years-old, has been charged with:

–      Unauthorized possession of a firearm – 14 counts

–      Possession of a weapon obtained by crime – 14 counts

–      Possession of a firearm contrary to a prohibition order

–      Knowledge of unauthorised possession of a firearm

–      Transfer firearm without authority

–      Breach of firearms regulation – store firearm or restricted weapon

–      Traffick in Schedule I Substance – Fentanyl.

This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca.

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

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Bruce Mines OPP Police Press Releases

3 Arrested After Firearm Incident

(BRUCE MINES)- A firearm was pointed at a driver attempting to exit a gas station parking lot.

On November 21, 2024, at approximately 4:30 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a weapons call that occurred at a gas station parking lot in the Town of Bruce Mines.

The investigation revealed that the complainant was parked beside the suspect vehicle, which was occupied by a driver and two passengers. Both vehicles reversed simultaneously, during which a rear passenger in the suspect vehicle made an obscene gesture toward the complainant. The passenger then produced a handgun, inserted a magazine, and pointed the weapon at the complainant.

The suspect vehicle fled westbound on Highway 17. With assistance from the Sault Ste. Marie OPP detachment, the OPP Canine Unit and Batchewana First Nation Police Service, police located the vehicle on Highway 17, east of Sault Ste. Marie. Officers conducted a traffic stop and arrested the three occupants. A subsequent search revealed a firearm hidden under the hood of the vehicle, along with a magazine and multiple rounds of ammunition.

Further investigation resulted in the seizure of various drugs from the vehicle. These included over seven grams of suspected cocaine, more than seven suspected fentanyl pills, over seven suspected Percocet pills, over 25 suspected clonazepam tablets, and over 280 suspected quetiapine pills. The estimated street value of the seized substances exceeds $2,600.

Joseph DAY, 35 years-of-age from Blind River was charged with:

  • Breach of firearm regulation-transport firearm or restricted weapon
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Possession of prohibited weapon or restricted firearm with ammo
  • Possession of firearm knowing serial number has been tampered with
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order
  • 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) – two counts
  • Possession of a schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Fail to comply with probation order – two counts

Keegan DAY, 33 years-of-age from Blind River was charged with:

  • Breach of firearms regulation-transport firearm or restricted weapon
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo
  • Possession of a firearm knowing serial number has been tampered with
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking-cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance-opioid (other than heroin)
  • Possession of a schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of a schedule I substance-other drugs
  • Failure to comply with undertaking

Lindsay RIETZE, 28 years-of-age from Blind River was charged with:

  • Breach of firearms regulation-transport firearm or restricted weapon
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo
  • Possession of a firearm knowing serial number has been tampered 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) – two counts
  • Possession of a schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Colour coating obscuring interior

The three accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sault Ste Marie on November 22, 2024, and were remanded into custody.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

3 Arrested In Weapons Bust

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – Three individuals are facing charges after a weapons complaint in Wiarton.

On November 18, 2024, at 11:20 a.m., the Grey Bruce OPP responded to a weapons complaint from a business on Berford Street in Wiarton in South Bruce Peninsula. 

It is reported that three intoxicated individuals entered a business in Wiarton, and it was believed one individual might have a rifle sticking out of their bag. Police located the individuals a short distance away.

Brandon Long, 39-year-old of South Bruce Peninsula was charged with the following:

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

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

·      Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo

·      Possessing counterfeit money – have in custody

·      Possession of a schedule II substance for the purpose of trafficking

·      Possession of a schedule I substance – cocaine

·      Breach of recognizance

·      Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order (six counts)

Edward Anley, 54-year-old of the Municipality of Meaford was charged with the following:

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

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

·      Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo

·      Possessing counterfeit money – have in custody

·      Possession of a schedule II substance for the purpose of trafficking

·      Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order (three counts)

Michael McClure, 34-year-old of Haldiman County was charged with the following:

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

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

·      Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo

·      Possessing counterfeit money – have in custody

·      Possession of a schedule II substance for the purpose of trafficking

·      Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order (three counts)

·      Fail to comply with probation order

The accused parties were held pending a bail hearing.

The Grey 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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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

2 Facing Weapons Charges

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – A weapons call has led to the arrest and multiple charges against two locals in Kirkland Lake.

On October 18, 2024, at approximately 1:20 a.m., the Kirkland Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Timiskaming Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a disturbance on Government Road West, in Chaput Hughes. The caller observed a group of people in an altercation and then a person brandishes a baseball bat. The victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Gary BURNS, 44-year-old of Kirkland Lake was arrested and charged for the following:

·      Assault with a weapon- three counts

·      Possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose

·      Failure to comply with release order

The accused was held for bail court hearing, has since been released from custody and is scheduled to next appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on December 12, 2024.

Additionally, Dylan SACKRIDER, 27-year-old of Kirkland Lake was arrested and charged for the following:

·      Assault with a weapon

·      Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

·      Possession of an imitation weapon for a dangerous purpose

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking

The accused was held for bail court hearing, was released from custody, and is scheduled to next appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on November 28, 2024.