Categories
Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Kyle OLDS Arrested Again

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual following an incident where police cruisers were damaged by a stolen vehicle.

On July 10, 2024, at approximately 4:20 p.m., officers were on Front Street in Hastings and were alerted to a stolen pick-up truck by the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) in their cruiser. Police confirmed that the vehicle had been stolen from Fort Erie on July 8th, 2024.

As officers attempted to box in the parked vehicle, the driver then rammed two cruisers and fled the area in the pick-up truck.

On Jul 13, 2024, police were informed by Hamilton Police that the accused had been apprehended and was in their custody. On July 15, 2024, the individual was returned to Northumberland by OPP.

Kyle OLDS, 33-years-old, from Hamilton, has been arrested and charged with:

–      Dangerous operation – two counts

–      Flight from peace officer – two counts

–      Failure to stop after accident

–      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000

–      Fail to comply with probation order.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other criminal activity is asked to contact Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477. You can also submit your information at www.stopcrimehere.ca.      

Categories
Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Two Arrested On 401

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested two individuals in unrelated incidents on Highway 401.

On July 8, 2024, shortly before 2:00 a.m., an officer was conducting speed enforcement on Highway 401 eastbound in the Municipality of Port Hope when a motor vehicle was observed travelling at 152 km/h in a posted 100 km/h limit. The vehicle briefly stopped for police before taking off and exiting the highway. An investigation commenced and July 12, 2024, OPP arrested an individual in relation to the incident.

Hamza HANIF, 28-years-old, from Milton, has been charged with:

–      Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed

–      Obstruct peace officer

–      Flight from peace officer

–      Dangerous Operation.

The accused is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. The driver also had their licence suspended for 30 days.

On July 13, 2024, at approximately 5:55 p.m., while on patrol on Highway 401 westbound in the Township of Cramahe, police were alerted to a suspended driver by the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) in their cruiser. A traffic stop was conducted and following investigation, the driver was arrested.

Rohan NAVARATNARAJAH, 56-years-old, from Pickering, has been charged with:

–      Operation while prohibited.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. The individual also had their vehicle impounded for 45 days.

The Northumberland Detachment would like to remind the public that drivers and other road users can significantly contribute to safer roads by avoiding taking unnecessary risks and complying with all traffic laws.

Categories
Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Numerous Arrests

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have been busy with various investigations and resulting arrests.

On July 1, 2024, at approximately, 10:30 a.m., police received a call for service regarding an assault at a residence in the Municipality of Trent Hills. Police arrived and the subject of the complaint shortly made himself available to police. The individual was arrested and taken into custody.

A 33-year-old, from the Municipality of Trent Hills, was charged with:

–      Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm

–      Assault

–      Assault cause bodily harm – choke, suffocate or strangle

–      Mischief – destroys or damages property

The accused shall not be named to protect the identify of the victim and was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice.

On July 1, 2024, shortly after 2:00 p.m., OPP responded to a traffic complaint regarding a vehicle travelling on County Road 25 in the Township of Cramahe. The vehicle was located and stopped by police. The driver was arrested for impaired operation and transported to a local detachment to undergo tests conducted by a Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE).

David DAWSON, 33-years-old, from the Township of Cramahe, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine.

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

On June 3, 2024, at approximately 10:45 a.m., OPP responded to a report of a fire at a residence in Campbellford. Officers arrived and the Municipality of Trent Hills Fire Department were already on scene. The fire was extinguished and it was determined there was nobody inside. The scene was held as the Ontario Fire Marshall (OFM) conducted an investigation into the incident also assisted by police. The structure was searched and following a month long investigation, the Northumberland OPP Crime Unit arrested an individual on July 2, 2024.

Gregory COMTOIS, 40-years-old, from the Municipality of Trent Hills, has been charged with:

–      Unauthorised Possession of a firearm.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

On July 2, 2024, at approximately 6:40 a.m., OPP responded to a dispute at a residence in Hamilton Township. Police arrived at the location and the subject of the complaint was also a male that was sought in connection to an incident of mischief which occurred on May 19, 2024, in the Municipality of Port Hope.

A 33-year-old, of no fixed address was arrested and charged with:

–      Mischief – destroys or damages property

–      Fail to comply with probation order

–      Unlawfully in a dwelling house

–      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

–      Theft under $5,000.

The accused was due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

On July 7, 2024, at around 4:30 p.m., police again responded to a dispute at the same location in Hamilton Township. The same individual was arrested and charged with:

–      Failure to comply with undertaking

–      Fail to comply with probation order. 

The accused was held for bail before the Ontario Court of Justice and shall not be named to protect the identity of the victims.

On July 8, 2024, at approximately 3:00 a.m., police responded to a report of a Remotely Piloted Aerial System (RPAS) at the Warkworth Institution. Officers patrolled the area and stopped a vehicle nearby on County Road 29. Officers conducted an investigation and the driver was arrested.

Phong HOANG, 43-years-old, from Ottawa, has been charged with:

–      Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property

–      Conspiracy to commit summary conviction offence.

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

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

The Northumberland OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-8477.

Categories
Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged seven individuals including fourfor impaired operation.

On June 1, 2024, at approximately 9:30 p.m., OPP responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence on Riverview Drive in the Municipality of Trent Hills. The Emergency Response Team (ERT) were also dispatched to assist. The subject of the complaint was located nearby and was arrested by Police.

A 35-year-old male from the Municipality of Trent Hills has been charged with:

–      Assault

–      Mischief – Interfere with lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property – over $5,000

–      Uttering threats – Cause death or bodily harm.

The accused shall not be named to protect the identity of the victim and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

On June 1, 2024, shortly before 11:10 p.m., Police stopped a vehicle on Simpson Street in Campbellford and entered into an impaired operation investigation. The driver was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further testing.

Kevin LYON, 44-years-old, from Oshawa, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Operation while impaired.

On June 2, 2024, at approximately 10:25 p.m., officers were dealing with an unrelated traffic stop on County Road 25 in Cramahe Township when another motorist stopped and spoke to police, advising that the driver of a nearby vehicle may be impaired. OPP located the described vehicle at an address on County Road 25 and following speaking with the driver, police made an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand. As a result, the driver was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further testing.

Troy ARCHER, 37-years-old, from North York, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

–      Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court.

On June 7, 2024, at approximately 9:30 p.m., OPP responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on County Road 45 in Alnwick-Haldimand Township. The Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) also attended the scene. Officers arrived and observed a vehicle in the ditch. The driver was still in the vehicle and advised that they were not injured. Following speaking with the driver, police arrested the individual for impaired operation.

Tina MOORE, 47-years-old, from Kingston, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

On June 15, 2024, at approximately 3:25 a.m., police received a report of a single vehicle collision where the complainant advised there was a vehicle on their front lawn at an address on Godolphon Road in the Municipality of Trent Hills. The driver had left the vehicle on foot and police began their investigation. The individual was located nearby and had sustained minor injuries. As a result, the accused was arrested for impaired operation and transported to a local detachment for further testing.

Brandon INGRAM, 33-years-old, from Campbellford, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

–      Drive motor vehicle – no licence

–      Fail to remain

–      Fail to report accident

–      Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit.

On June 15, 2024, at approximately 12:15 p.m., OPP were on general mobile patrol and located and observed a driver wanted by police. A traffic stop was conducted and the individual was arrested.

Chad LAURIN, 36-years-old, from Quinte West, has been charged with:

–      Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code – two counts.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

On June 15, 2024, at approximately 1:15 p.m., Police received a traffic complaint regarding a passenger vehicle unable to maintain the lane travelling eastbound on Highway 401 in Clarington. OPP conducted a traffic stop on Highway 401 in Alnwick-Haldimand Township. Following investigation, the driver provided identity details of another person.

Valarie TRAVISS, 40-years-old, from Oshawa, was arrested and charged with:

–      Personation with intent to avoid arrest, prosecution or obstruct justice

–      Driving while under suspension.

The accused with appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

For each of the accused arrested for impaired operation, in addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

The OPP reminds motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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

The Northumberland OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-8477.

Categories
Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Double Fatal Collision

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently investigating a fatal two vehicle collision in Alnwick-Haldimand Township.

On Friday March 28, 2024, at approximately 11:30 p.m., members of the Northumberland OPP, with assistance from Fire and EMS, responded to a report of a serious collision on County Road 45 near Beagle Club Road.

Sadly, as a result of the collision, the drivers of both vehicles and a passenger were confirmed deceased. Two other passengers were transferred to hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries.

County Road 45 was closed between County Road 22 and Beagle Club Road during the investigation and has recently reopened.

The investigation is ongoing.

The OPP is requesting that if anyone was in the area during the timeframe of the collision and has any information, dash cam or surveillance footage that may assist investigators, to please call Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Categories
Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Pervert Principal Alert: Douglas KENNEDY

(NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Unit has charged an individual in relation to a historical sexual offence.

The investigation began on November 16, 2023, after the victim reported the incident to police.

The incident is reported to have occurred between 1988 to 1991 while the accused was a principal at a school in Northumberland. The victim was a student and known to the accused during this time frame.

As a result, Douglas KENNEDY, 78-years-old of Peterborough, was arrested and charged with:

  • Sexual assault

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

Anyone who has any information about this, or a similar incident, is asked to call the Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Please disable your adblocker or whitelist this site!