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- Shot Fired During Home Invasion – 4 Arrested, One Suspect At LargeInvestigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit have charged three men and one woman, and are seeking a fifth suspect, following an armed home invasion in the City of Richmond Hill. On September 7, 2026, shortly after 7 a.m., officers responded to a weapons call at a residence… Read more: Shot Fired During Home Invasion – 4 Arrested, One Suspect At Large
- Armed Home Invasions – 13, 14 & two 17 Year-olds ArrestedInvestigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit have charged four youths and recovered seven stolen vehicles following an investigation into a series of residential break and enters to commit vehicle thefts across York Region and neighbouring jurisdictions. The investigation, dubbed Project Howler, began after investigators became aware of… Read more: Armed Home Invasions – 13, 14 & two 17 Year-olds Arrested
- Suspect sought after $21,000 bank fraudThe Windsor Police Service is seeking to identify a suspect involved in a bank fraud scheme that resulted in more than $21,000 in losses. Members of the Financial Crimes Unit began investigating the scheme on July 28, 2026. Investigators learned that in January 2026, a man went to a… Read more: Suspect sought after $21,000 bank fraud
- Sexual Assault Victim Struck By Vehicle While Escaping 18 & 20 Year Old AttackersSexual Assault / Dangerous Operation Two St. Thomas men have been arrested following an investigation on Monday. STPS attended a downtown parking lot for the initial report of a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle. Through investigation, officers learned the victim was escaping from the vehicle after being sexually… Read more: Sexual Assault Victim Struck By Vehicle While Escaping 18 & 20 Year Old Attackers
- Waasmo Bradford Facing Assault With Weapon & Robbery ChargesOn September 7, 2026, officers with the Division 2 Unit charged 29-year-old Waasmo Bradford with assault with a weapon, robbery, personation, and other offences. On August 31, 2026, officers patrolling the 100 block of East Street saw an individual on private property and instructed them to identify themself. The… Read more: Waasmo Bradford Facing Assault With Weapon & Robbery Charges
- Darryl Colynuck Facing Assault With Weapon & Threat ChargesOn September 3, 2026, officers with the Division 2 Unit charged 61-year-old Darryl Colynuck with assault with a weapon and uttering threats. Around 11:30 a.m., 911 Communicators received a report of a disturbance in the area of Albert Street East and Gore Street. Officers were dispatched to the scene.… Read more: Darryl Colynuck Facing Assault With Weapon & Threat Charges
- Matthew Cain – Break & Enter, Theft, Breach ProbationOn September 8, 2026, officers with Patrol Services charged 40-year-old Matthew Cain with break and enter, theft, and other offences. Around 3:45 a.m., 911 Communicators received a report of a break and enter to a garage in the 100 block of Kerr Drive. Officers were dispatched to the scene… Read more: Matthew Cain – Break & Enter, Theft, Breach Probation
- Waterloo Regional Police Investigating Suspicious Fire in WoolwichWaterloo Regional Police are investigating a suspicious fire at a home in Woolwich. On September 8, 2026, at approximately 4:55 a.m., emergency services responded to reports of a residence engulfed in flames in the area of Sunset Place. The Woolwich Fire Department attended and extinguished the fire. There were… Read more: Waterloo Regional Police Investigating Suspicious Fire in Woolwich
- Waterloo Regional Police Seek Assistance Identifying Suspect Following Vehicle Theft in ElmiraWaterloo Regional Police are investigating a vehicle theft in Elmira and are seeking the public’s assistance to identify a suspect. On September 5, 2026, at approximately 9:20 p.m., a witness observed a male steal an unoccupied vehicle from a gas station in Elmira. Investigators are looking to identify and… Read more: Waterloo Regional Police Seek Assistance Identifying Suspect Following Vehicle Theft in Elmira
- WRPS Continue to Investigate Hate-Motivated Graffiti in WaterlooWaterloo Regional Police are investigating a hate-motivated graffiti incident in Waterloo. On September 8, 2026, at approximately 12:35 p.m., police received a report of graffiti on a community trail in the area of Columbia Street West and St Moritz Avenue. The graffiti included hate-motivated writing. The investigation is ongoing.… Read more: WRPS Continue to Investigate Hate-Motivated Graffiti in Waterloo
- Abdillahi Farah Idere Arrested After Hit & RunRegion of Peel – Investigators from the Major Collision Bureau (MCB) have arrested and charged a man following a hit-and-run collision in Brampton that left a pedestrian with life-threatening injuries. On Monday, April 13, shortly after 5 a.m., police responded to the intersection of Bovaird Drive and McLaughlin Road after… Read more: Abdillahi Farah Idere Arrested After Hit & Run
- HOGG & BARNES Arrested – $23,500 Worth of Suspected Drugs SeizedThe North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has seized suspected fentanyl, cocaine and other drugs with an estimated street value of $23,500 as part of an ongoing Street Crime Unit (SCU) investigation into drug trafficking in the city. The investigation, which involved multiple NBPS units, resulted in charges against two… Read more: HOGG & BARNES Arrested – $23,500 Worth of Suspected Drugs Seized
- CPS Daily Update 08Sept2026SHOPLIFTING Cornwall, ON – A 51-year-old woman from Cornwall was arrested on Sept. 4, 2026, and charged with theft under $5,000 – shoplifting. It is alleged on Aug. 15, 2026, the woman attended a Ninth Street East business, selected merchandise and exited the store without making any attempt to… Read more: CPS Daily Update 08Sept2026
- 2 Arrested For FraudTwo individuals are facing charges after a Cobourg Police Service investigation into identity fraud. In September 2026, police launched a fraud investigation after a resident was notified by their financial institution of suspicious activity and learned their identity had been used without authorization. Through investigation, officers determined that in… Read more: 2 Arrested For Fraud
- Two Arrested Following Break and Enter at Hydro CompoundTwo individuals are facing multiple criminal charges following a break and enter investigation at a hydro compound in Howard Township during the early morning hours of September 8. At approximately 2:11 a.m., a Hydro One security employee observed two suspects inside a secured hydro compound and contacted police. Responding… Read more: Two Arrested Following Break and Enter at Hydro Compound
- BPS Daily UpdateTotal calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 402 calls for service from 5:00 a.m. on September 4, 2026, to 5:00 a.m. on September 8, 2026. Fail to Comply On September 7, 2026, at 5:04 p.m., Belleville Police responded to the area of North Front Street regarding a… Read more: BPS Daily Update
- Ryan John Wilson Arrested – Replica Firearms, Drugs & Identity Documents SeizedLONDON, ON (September 8, 2026) – A suspect was arrested within minutes of a weapons complaint Monday evening after a witness reported seeing what appeared to be a firearm pointed at a passing vehicle in east London. On September 7, 2026, at approximately 5:45 p.m., a man was driving… Read more: Ryan John Wilson Arrested – Replica Firearms, Drugs & Identity Documents Seized
- Teen caught driving 137km/h in a 60km/h zoneA 16-year-old boy from Wellington County is charged with stunt driving, speeding and careless driving. His licence was suspended for 30 days and his family’s SUV was impounded for 14 days. Seven other drivers were stopped for stunt driving over the weekend, with their speeds ranging from 41 km/h… Read more: Teen caught driving 137km/h in a 60km/h zone
- Man Smashes Window With Bat, Chases Woman With Golf ClubDowntown business entered twice The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a downtown business was broken into twice over the weekend. Just before midnight Saturday police were called to a business on Quebec Street after the business’ IT person observed someone on camera attempting to pry open a rear… Read more: Man Smashes Window With Bat, Chases Woman With Golf Club
- 41 Year Old Caught Going 97 in a 50On Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026, shortly before 8:00 a.m. the Stratford Police Service Traffic Unit conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was observed travelling 97km/h in a posted 50km/h zone on O’Loane Avenue in the City of Stratford. As a result of the stop a 41-year-old resident of… Read more: 41 Year Old Caught Going 97 in a 50
- Bank Card Stolen – Do You Recognize This Person Of Interest?WEST PERTH – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are requesting the public’s assistance in relation to a theft investigation in Municipality of West Perth. On May 27, 2026 Perth County OPP launched an investigation into the theft of a bank card that occurred in the area of Mitchell,… Read more: Bank Card Stolen – Do You Recognize This Person Of Interest?
- Two Dead – SIU InvestigatingMississauga, ON (7 September, 2026) The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the deaths of a man and woman in a collision after fleeing Ontario Provincial Police in South Frontenac early this morning. Preliminary information suggests the following: Three investigators, two forensic investigators and a collision reconstructionist have been assigned… Read more: Two Dead – SIU Investigating
- 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


































