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- Joint Forces R.I.D.E. Initiative in Owen SoundOn Saturday, September 5, 2026, several area police services joined together for a Joint Forces R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) initiative aimed at providing a strong and visible police presence throughout the City of Owen Sound. The initiative focused on the enforcement and deterrence of impaired driving and other… Read more: Joint Forces R.I.D.E. Initiative in Owen Sound
- Cordell WHITE Facing Numerous ChargesFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – M’Chigeeng First Nation, ONDate: September 3, 2026INCIDENT NUMBER: RM26000793 The UCCM Anishnaabe Police Service has charged a 26-year-old M’Chigeeng man following an investigation into allegations of intimate partner violence. On August 26, 2026, UCCM officers received information regarding an intimate partner violence incident involving the accused, Cordell WHITE, 26,… Read more: Cordell WHITE Facing Numerous Charges
- Charles BLAIR Facing Criminal Harassment ChargesInvestigators with the York Regional Police #3 District Criminal Investigation Bureau have charged a suspect in connection with multiple incidents involving inappropriate comments made toward groups of young females in Keswick. Between August 10, 2026, and September 1, 2026, the suspect approached groups of young females and made inappropriate… Read more: Charles BLAIR Facing Criminal Harassment Charges
- Syed Shayan MUNAWAR Facing Child Luring ChargesA Thunder Bay Police Service Cyber Crime Unit investigation has resulted in charges. The investigation began in July 2026 after officers received a report about a resident luring a minor. On July 28, 2026, officers seized an electronic device as part of the investigation. On September 2, 2026, a suspect turned themselves… Read more: Syed Shayan MUNAWAR Facing Child Luring Charges
- STPS Media Release – Monday, September 7thWe are investigating a theft from a vehicle near the downtown area. Suspects entered a vehicle and stole vehicle documents and an OBD2 reader. This remains under investigation. Ref# ST26017221 The London Police Service arrested a 42-year-old London resident who was wanted on a St. Thomas Police charge. We… Read more: STPS Media Release – Monday, September 7th
- Wanted Suspect Arrested Following Theft Investigations -Theft from Vehicle Investigation Results in Charges Following Foot PursuitWanted Subject Arrested On August 13, 2026, members of the Smiths Falls Police Service, while conducting proactive patrols, located and arrested a wanted individual without incident. The accused was wanted for failing to attend court in relation to a mischief offence that occurred on August 15, 2025. As a… Read more: Wanted Suspect Arrested Following Theft Investigations -Theft from Vehicle Investigation Results in Charges Following Foot Pursuit
- Waterloo Regional Police Investigating Stabbing Incident in WaterlooWaterloo Regional Police are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred in Waterloo. On September 8, 2026, at approximately 12:55 a.m., officers responded to the area of King Street North and Princess Street West following reports of an altercation involving two groups. During the incident, a male youth sustained multiple… Read more: Waterloo Regional Police Investigating Stabbing Incident in Waterloo
- Waterloo Regional Police Continue to Investigate Waterloo Break-InWaterloo Regional Police are investigating a residential break-and-enter in Waterloo. On September 7, 2026, at approximately 3 a.m., police responded to a report of break-and-enter in progress at a residence on Chesapeake Crescent. The suspects gained entry to the residence by smashing the glass in the front door. After… Read more: Waterloo Regional Police Continue to Investigate Waterloo Break-In
- Kitchener Male Charged Following Weapons Incident and Assault in KitchenerWaterloo Regional Police have laid multiple charges following a weapons-related incident in Kitchener. On September 4, 2026, at approximately 11 p.m., two victims were in the area of Highland Road East and were confronted by an unknown male. The male approached the victims while producing what appeared to be… Read more: Kitchener Male Charged Following Weapons Incident and Assault in Kitchener
- Waterloo Regional Police Investigating Serious Collision in CambridgeWaterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate a fatal collision Cambridge. On September 6, 2026, at approximately 8:15 p.m., emergency services responded to reports of a collision involving a Nissan motor vehicle, a RAM pickup truck, and an e-bike at the intersection of Franklin Boulevard and Glamis Road. The… Read more: Waterloo Regional Police Investigating Serious Collision in Cambridge
- Lorena Sanchez Facing Attempt Murder ChargeRegion of Peel – Investigators from the 12 Division Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) have arrested and charged a woman in connection with a stabbing outside a Mississauga shelter. On Sunday, September 6, at approximately 5:30 p.m., officers responded to reports of a stabbing on Dundas Street East. Upon arrival,… Read more: Lorena Sanchez Facing Attempt Murder Charge
- Teepinder Singh Ghuman Was ArrestedRegion of Peel – Investigators from the Central Robbery Bureau have arrested a man in connection to a series of retail robberies in Brampton. Between Aug. 14 and Aug. 24, the suspect allegedly targeted five retail establishments in Brampton. In each incident, the suspect entered the business, brandished a large… Read more: Teepinder Singh Ghuman Was Arrested
- High Risk Offender Notice: Aaron Gilpin – Photo Released(Ottawa) – Aaron Gilpin, 35, has recently relocated from Smiths Falls to Ottawa and is residing in the downtown area. Gilpin has been deemed a high-risk violent sexual offender. Gilpin has a criminal history that includes a sexual offence involving a child, assaults, weapons offences, disarming a police officer,… Read more: High Risk Offender Notice: Aaron Gilpin – Photo Released
- 17 Year Old Drinking Driver Has Licence SuspendedOn Saturday, September 5, 2026, members of the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) conducted Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) spot checks in the area of Gorham Road and Garrison Road in the Town of Fort Erie, as well as at various locations throughout the Niagara Region. Throughout the evening,… Read more: 17 Year Old Drinking Driver Has Licence Suspended
- Kyle Vanderheiden Arrested By Internet Child Exploitation UnitLONDON, ON (September 2, 2026) – The London Police Service (LPS) is releasing information to keep the public informed, and to identify any potential additional victims, as part of an ongoing child exploitation investigation involving a London man. On July 26, 2026, Kyle Vanderheiden, 39, of London was arrested by… Read more: Kyle Vanderheiden Arrested By Internet Child Exploitation Unit
- SERIOUS MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION 26-88009SERIOUS MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION Investigation ongoing LONDON, ON (September 3, 2026) – Members of the London Police Service (LPS) Uniformed Division and Road Safety Section are investigating a serious motor vehicle collision that took place last night in the north end of the city. On Wednesday, September 2, 2026,… Read more: SERIOUS MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION 26-88009
- Hamilton Police Seek Witnesses in Overnight Shooting in Oriole CrescentIn the evening hours of Thursday, September 3rd, 2026, shortly after 10:30pm, Hamilton Police were called to the area of 2 Oriole Cresent for a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located spent casings, and a residence that sustained gunfire. There were no victims injured. At this time, the police are… Read more: Hamilton Police Seek Witnesses in Overnight Shooting in Oriole Crescent
- 21 Year Old Deceased Following CollisionJust before 9:55 a.m. on September 5, 2026, members of the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS), Greater Sudbury Fire Services, and Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services responded to a two-vehicle collision on Municipal Road 80 (MR80) near the Hanmer Valley Shopping Centre in Val Caron. Preliminary investigation indicates that a… Read more: 21 Year Old Deceased Following Collision
- Million Dollar Romance Fraud – Salvatore MALANDRINO ChargedA male is facing several charges after entering into multiple romantic relationships and defrauding five victims out of more than $1 million. In November 2025, investigators with the DRPS Financial Crimes Unit began an investigation into a male reported to have financially exploited multiple women while engaged in romantic… Read more: Million Dollar Romance Fraud – Salvatore MALANDRINO Charged
- Busy Day at Goderich Courthouse: Bail Hearings, Family Matters and Civil Disputes on Today’s Docket – Dugas, Frayer, Grieve, McDonald & WallGODERICH — September 8, 2026 The wheels of justice will be turning in Goderich today, with criminal, family and civil matters scheduled before both the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice. Proceedings are scheduled through the Goderich courthouse at 1 Court House Square, although many… Read more: Busy Day at Goderich Courthouse: Bail Hearings, Family Matters and Civil Disputes on Today’s Docket – Dugas, Frayer, Grieve, McDonald & Wall
- Ongoing Investigation – AssaultCOBOURG (September 6, 2026) – The Cobourg Police Service is investigating an assault that occurred in the early morning hours of September 6, 2026. At approximately 2:40 a.m., an individual attended the Cobourg Police Service and reported having been assaulted in the area of McGill Street and King Street East… Read more: Ongoing Investigation – Assault
- $650,000 for a New Street Sweeper – Now the Old One Could Be Sold for Just $10,000North Huron taxpayers are once again being asked to swallow the cost (Wingham, North Huron) North Huron Council is being asked tonight to declare its 1999 Johnston 4000 street sweeper surplus and sell it through GovDeals. Township staff estimate the machine could bring in only $8,000 to $10,000, with… Read more: $650,000 for a New Street Sweeper – Now the Old One Could Be Sold for Just $10,000
- Pervert Alert – Syed Shayan MUNAWAR Was ArrestedA Thunder Bay Police Service Cyber Crime Unit investigation has resulted in charges. The investigation began in July 2026 after officers received a report about a resident luring a minor. On July 28, 2026, officers seized an electronic device as part of the investigation. On September 2, 2026, a suspect turned themselves… Read more: Pervert Alert – Syed Shayan MUNAWAR Was Arrested
- STPS Daily Update 04Sept2026Intimate Partner Violence On Thursday the 3rd of September we received a 911 call from a female regarding a physical altercation with her boyfriend in her home. Officers arrived and located the male driving away from the residence with minor injuries to his face. Through investigation it was learned that… Read more: STPS Daily Update 04Sept2026
- Police Continue to Investigate a Weapons Incident in West KitchenerWaterloo Regional Police are continuing to investigate a weapons incident in Kitchener. On September 3, 2026, at approximately 10:25 p.m., police responded to reports that a male had brandished a firearm at a construction worker in the area of Ira Needles Boulevard and Yellow Birch Drive. Through the investigation,… Read more: Police Continue to Investigate a Weapons Incident in West Kitchener
- Investigators Seeking to Identify Individual in Waterloo Sexual Assault InvestigationMembers of the Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Special Victims Unit are investigating a sexual assault reported in Waterloo. On June 27, 2026, an adult female victim was sexually assaulted by multiple individuals at a residence in the area of Albert Street and University Avenue West. As a result of… Read more: Investigators Seeking to Identify Individual in Waterloo Sexual Assault Investigation
- KLPS Daily Update – 03Sept2026Fraud Arrest and Secure Load Reminder The Kawartha Lakes Police Service has arrested and charged a 33-year-old Scarborough male following an attempted fraud at a financial institution in Lindsay. On Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at approximately 4:00 p.m., employees of a bank located on Kent Street West contacted the… Read more: KLPS Daily Update – 03Sept2026
- KLPS Daily Update 02Sept2026On Tuesday, September 1st, 2026 while conducting foot patrol downtown Kent Street West, Kawartha Lakes Police officers observed a 45-year-old female of Lindsay who was wanted on a warrant by the Ontario Provincial Police. KLPS officers arrested the female on the strength of the warrants for assault, fail to… Read more: KLPS Daily Update 02Sept2026
- Owen Sound Police Conduct Downtown Drug Enforcement Initiative — 11 ArrestedThe Owen Sound Police Service has completed another targeted enforcement initiative focused on addressing the public use and trafficking of illicit drugs within the downtown core. On September 2 and 3, 2026, members of the Criminal Investigations Branch, Drug Enforcement Unit and C.O.R.E. Unit conducted proactive enforcement throughout the… Read more: Owen Sound Police Conduct Downtown Drug Enforcement Initiative — 11 Arrested
- $13k in fentanyl, shotgun and other weapons seizedA 55-year-old Guelph man faces charges including possession for the purpose of trafficking, possessing a controlled substance, possession of a prohibited firearm with ammunition, three counts of possessing a prohibited weapon, possessing weapons for a dangerous purpose and possessing property obtained by crime. He was held for a bail… Read more: $13k in fentanyl, shotgun and other weapons seized
- More Officers Assaulted & Cash Register StolenCash register stolen from business The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a cash register was stolen during a break-in to a downtown business. On Wednesday police were called to the business near Macdonell Street and Norfolk Street after staff arrived to find the front door kicked in. The… Read more: More Officers Assaulted & Cash Register Stolen
- CKPS Media Release – September 4, 2026September 3, 2026, Statistics: Calls for Service 326 ▼ 21 WTD 1463 vs prev dayReportable Calls 49 ▼ 5 WTD 217 vs prev dayProperty Checks 46 ▲ 9 WTD 138 vs prev dayArrests 8 ▼ 1 WTD 45 vs prev day CK26065252 – Assault Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026,… Read more: CKPS Media Release – September 4, 2026
- Intelligence-Led Project Leads to Multiple Arrests, Drug Seizure and Recovery of Stolen Commemorative PlaquesThe Chatham-Kent Police Service Intelligence Unit has concluded a significant phase of an extensive investigation launched to identify and hold accountable those responsible for the theft of commemorative plaques throughout the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Over the course of several weeks, investigators dedicated considerable resources to tracking stolen plaques, identifying… Read more: Intelligence-Led Project Leads to Multiple Arrests, Drug Seizure and Recovery of Stolen Commemorative Plaques
- Media Release – September 3, 2026September 2, 2026, Statistics: Calls for Service 347 ▲ 48 WTD 1137 vs prev dayReportable Calls 54 ▲ 1 WTD 168 vs prev dayProperty Checks 37 ▲ 31 WTD 92 vs prev dayArrests 9 ▼ 1 WTD 37 vs prev day CK26065098 – Trespass to Property Act Date: September… Read more: Media Release – September 3, 2026
- Media Release – September 2, 2026September 1, 2026, Statistics: Calls for Service 299 ▲ 45 WTD 790 vs prev dayReportable Calls 53 ▲ 26 WTD 114 vs prev dayProperty Checks 6 ▼ 26 WTD 55 vs prev dayArrests 10 ▲ 5 WTD 28 vs prev day Fail to Comply (Probation) – CK26064769 Date: September… Read more: Media Release – September 2, 2026
- BPS Daily Update September 4, 2026Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 108 calls for service over 24 hours from 5:00 a.m. on September 3, 2026, to 5:00 a.m. on September 4, 2026. ## Assault On September 3, 2026, at 8:39 a.m., Belleville Police responded to the city’s east end regarding an… Read more: BPS Daily Update September 4, 2026
- Home Invasion – Vehicles Stolen – Suspect(s) At LargeHome entered, three vehicles stolen The Guelph Police Service is investigating after three vehicles were stolen following a break-in to a home. Just after 8 a.m. Thursday police were called to an address near Willow Road and Applewood Crescent. The homeowner reported the house was entered overnight and items… Read more: Home Invasion – Vehicles Stolen – Suspect(s) At Large
- Brantford Police Arrest Man in Downtown Drug Trafficking InvestigationSeptember 3, 2026 On Tuesday, September 1, 2026, members of the Brantford Police Service Core Engagement and Response Team (C.E.R.T.) conducted a drug investigation in downtown Brantford. During the investigation, police identified and arrested a male suspect for trafficking illegal drugs in Victoria Park near Market Street. A search… Read more: Brantford Police Arrest Man in Downtown Drug Trafficking Investigation
- Brantford Police Service Investigate Early-Morning ShootingThe Brantford Police Service are actively investigating a shooting that occurred earlier this morning outside a Powell Road residence. On Friday, August 28, 2026, at approximately 4:15 a.m., a 9-1-1 call was received to report a shooting outside a Powell Road residence. Multiple shots were fired at the home.… Read more: Brantford Police Service Investigate Early-Morning Shooting
- 3 Officers Assaulted, Pervert Alert, Finger Broken A With Door In FightArrest for possessing child abuse material A Guelph man has been arrested after child sexual abuse and exploitation material was located on devices seized from his home. Earlier this year the Guelph Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit received a tip from the National Centre for Missing and Exploited… Read more: 3 Officers Assaulted, Pervert Alert, Finger Broken A With Door In Fight
- BPS Daily Update September 2, 2026Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 151 calls for service over 24 hours from 5:00 a.m. on September 1, 2026, to 5:00 a.m. on September 2, 2026. ## Fail to Comply On September 1, 2026, at 6:48 p.m., Belleville Police responded to a call for service… Read more: BPS Daily Update September 2, 2026
- Back to school means resetting your driving habitsThe return of school is right around the corner, and that means roads will be bustling with students walking, cycling, and riding the bus. Beginning Tues., Sept. 8, Barrie Police officers will be conducting traffic enforcement in and around school zones, with a focus on speeding, distracted driving, and… Read more: Back to school means resetting your driving habits
- Careless driving charge laid in Fairview Road head-on collisionBarrie Police have charged a driver following an investigation into a head-on collision that happened on Fairview Road in July. On July 13, 2026, officers attended the scene of a serious collision involving a pickup truck and a sedan. Through the investigation, the Barrie Police Service Traffic Reconstruction Unit… Read more: Careless driving charge laid in Fairview Road head-on collision
- Barrie man charged following child exploitation investigationOn Wed., Sept. 2, 2026, members of the Barrie Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE) arrested and charged a Barrie man following a four-month investigation. The investigation began after the ICE Unit received a report from the National Centre of Missing and Exploited Children concerning the upload of… Read more: Barrie man charged following child exploitation investigation
- Drug trafficking charges laid in downtown BarrieA Barrie man is facing criminal charges in connection to a drug trafficking investigation in the city’s downtown. On Wed., Sept. 2, 2026, at around 6 p.m., the Barrie Police Drug and the High Harm units conducted a drug investigation in the area of Mulcaster Street between McDonald and… Read more: Drug trafficking charges laid in downtown Barrie
- Motorcyclist charged in Churchill Drive collisionBarrie Police have charged a motorcyclist involved in a collision on Churchill Drive on July 15, 2026. Police were called to the area between Welham Road and Bayview Drive around 7 a.m. after a motorcycle collided with a pickup truck towing a vehicle on a flatbed. Through the investigation,… Read more: Motorcyclist charged in Churchill Drive collision
- Impaired man found driving heavily damaged vehicleOn Sat., August 29, 2026, Barrie Police officers responded to a call shortly after 11 p.m. regarding a heavily damaged vehicle being driven in the area of Yonge Street and Big Bay Point Road. As the vehicle travelled along Yonge Street, parts were falling from it onto the roadway.… Read more: Impaired man found driving heavily damaged vehicle
- 17 Year Old From St. Marys Facing Drunk Driving Charge(HURON-KINLOSS) — A resident from St. Marys has been charged with multiple impaired operation charges following a traffic stop in the Municipality of Huron-Kinloss. South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police officers were patrolling the Municipality of Huron -Kinloss on the night of Saturday Aug. 29, at 4:41 a.m. when they conducted… Read more: 17 Year Old From St. Marys Facing Drunk Driving Charge
- SIU Investigating Another Death(Mississauga, ON) The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision yesterday in Windsor that resulted in the death of a 33-year-old man. Preliminary information suggests the following: Three investigators and three forensic investigators have been assigned to the case. The SIU is urging anyone who… Read more: SIU Investigating Another Death





























