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North Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases

Firearm & $10,000 In Tools Recovered – Dylan COMEAU Arrested

(NORTH MIDDLESEX, ON) – Middlesex County OPP lay charges after break and enter investigation in North Middlesex.

On March 19, 2025, at 11:45 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to an address on Sylvan Road in North Middlesex, for the report of a break and enter.

Investigation revealed an unknown individual(s) forced entry into two storage sheds sometime during the overnight hours and proceeded to steal approximately $10,000 worth of tools, including a firearm. 

On March 21, 2025, members of the Elgin-Middlesex and Lambton Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), Emergency Response Team (ERT) and OPP Canine (K9) executed a search warrant at an address in Warwick Township, Lambton County.

The stolen firearm along with other property was recovered.

As a result, Dylan COMEAU, a 29-year-old of Arkona, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence
  • Unauthorized Poss of a Firearm
  • Poss of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

The accused was held for bail.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario 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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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

3 Arrested For Theft

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the Nottawasaga Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), of the Ontario Provincial Police have arrested three individuals in connection to a series of LCBO thefts in the Town of New Tecumseth.

In May 2024 Nottawasaga CSCU began an investigation as they received various calls from several LCBO locations in our area that the same individuals were shoplifting high value amounts of alcohol from several locations.

Nottawasaga CSCU with the assistance of the LCBO have identified and arrested a network of individuals committing the thefts that were occurring not only in the Nottawasaga detachment area, but throughout Huronia West, Collingwood, Caledon, and Dufferin OPP areas, reaching a total loss of $32,307.15.

On March 18 and 19, 2025 the following individuals have been arrested and charged by the Nottawasaga OPP.

Sharndeep SINGH 25-years-old of Brampton

  •  Theft over $5000.00 Shoplifting – Two counts
  • Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence 
  • Fail to Comply with Release Order -seven counts

Jagroop SINGH 30-years-old of Brampton

  • Theft over $5000.00 Shoplifting- Two counts
  • Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence 
  • Theft Under $5,000.00, Shoplifting 

Simranjeet SINGH24-years-old of Brampton

  • Theft over $5000.00 Shoplifting-Two counts
  • Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence
  • Fail to Comply With Probation Order -five counts

All accused parties have been held for a bail hearing and are to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

This investigation is ongoing, If you have any information in relation to this investigation, please call the Nottawasaga OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122, and request to speak to CSCU. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit your information online at https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Bryan SKIDMORE -Theft

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual after a report of a shop lift in progress at a local LCBO.

On March 19, 2025, at 5:18 p.m. Officers from the Nottawasaga OPP detachment were dispatched to a report of a shoplift in progress at 22 Dunham Drive in Alliston. The complainant reported that loss prevention services had one male in their custody for attempting to shoplift whiskey from the store.

Officers arrived on scene and located the individual who had attempted to steal one bottle of Canadian Club Premium (1750 ml) – $69.75 and one bottle of Alberta Premium Whiskey (1750 ml) – $69.75 a total value of $139.90 was returned to the store.

Initially, the accused provided officers with a false identity and upon further investigation, officers were able to positively identify the accused individual.

As a result, 44-year-old Bryan SKIDMORE, of Southgate Township has been arrested and charged with:

·      Theft Under $5000 – shoplifting

·      Obstruct Peace Officer

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Bradford on May 1 2025 to answer to the charges.

Nottawasaga OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.crimestopperssdm.com. or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Shoplifter Arrested

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) –  On March 15, 2025 at approximately 1858 hours The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police were dispatched to a Theft at various businesses at 111 Howland Drive, Huntsville. 

Police located the suspect and discovered various stolen items. In addition, a quantity of drugs were found on the male as well. During this investigation, officers uncovered details that the male may be responsible for several acts of vandalism in the community recently. The vandalism is related to spray painting walls and signs.

Charged is Scott James HAMPSON, 29 years old of Huntsville Ontario.

·      Theft Under $5000- SHOPLIFTING  x 2

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on April 22, 2025.

The Huntsville O.P.P. is continuing with the investigation into the vandalism and ask that anyone with information on similar acts of vandalism contact the Huntsville O.P.P. detachment at 705-789-5551

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Douro-Dummer OPP Police Press Releases

Darren ROBSON – Theft

(DOURO-DUMMER, ON) – The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made an arrest in relation to alleged misappropriation of funds at a not-for-profit sporting facility.

In February of 2023, the Peterborough County OPP received a call in relation to a possible fraud that had been occurring over an extended period of time at a local not-for-profit sporting establishment in Douro-Dummer Township. Information had been provided with allegations of money collected by the organization from various events, not being able to be accounted for.

After two years, the continued investigation has led to the arrest of one individual.

Darren ROBSON (age 49) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Theft over $5,000

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 1, 2025.

If you have any information that can assist in this investigation, you can contact the Peterborough County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you want to remain anonymous, you can provide information through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

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

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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Brandon TONNA Facing Numerous Charges

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Gravenhurst resident with multiple property crimes.

On March 5, 2025, at 4:27 a.m., Bracebridge OPP officers were dispatched to break and enter and theft reports at residences in the Kilworthy area of Gravenhurst. The suspect entered vehicles and garages where he removed several items including cash, identification and credit cards. Officers conducted an investigation and with the assistance of surveillance footage determined that the suspect used a stolen credit card at a nearby establishment.

Muskoka Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and Orillia CSCU executed a search warrant in the City of Barrie where the suspect was located and property belonging to the victims was recovered.

As a result of their investigation, police arrested and charged Brandon TONNA of Gravenhurst with the following:

·      Operation While Prohibited CC 320.18(1)(a)

·      Trespassing at Night CC 177 X 2

·      Theft of Credit Card CC 342(1)(a)

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime CC 354(1)(a) X 2

·      Theft Under $5000 from a Motor Vehicle CC 334(b)

·      Break, Enter dwelling house CC 348(1)(b)

·      Theft Under $5000 CC 334(b)

·      Mischief CC 430(1)(a)

·      Fraud Under $5000 CC 380(1)(b)

The accused has been held in custody for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice on Friday, March 14, 2025, to answer to the charges.

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Drummond-North Elmsley OPP Police Press Releases

Thieves Avoided Spike Belts and Fled on Foot When Car Gets Stuck

(DRUMMOND-NORTH ELMSLEY, ON) – Two people face numerous charges after the recovery of a stolen vehicle and a search near Perth.

The incident began on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, just before 5:00 p.m. when officers with the Leeds County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detected a stolen vehicle on Highway 15 in Rideau Lakes. The officers attempted to stop the vehicle, but it fled at high speed.

The vehicle moved onto backroads to evade additional officers who converged on the area. It was later located in a parking lot in Perth, but it fled when an officer approached. Spike belts were unsuccessfully utilized on Highway 7 and the vehicle sped away.

The SUV was later found on an unplowed trail, east of Perth, where it had gotten stuck. At the same time, two suspicious people were reported by residents of the area. A search by Lanark County OPP officers, the Emergency Response Team and the Canine Unit was unable to locate the pair.

On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, additional reports of suspicious people were received and officers located and arrested two individuals on Miller Drive near Highway 7.

Clayton HARTSELL, age 43 of Woodstock, is charged with:

  • Obstruct a peace officer
  • Flight from a peace officer
  • Common nuisance – endanger life
  • Dangerous operation of a vehicle
  • Operation of a vehicle while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

Caitlin MEYER, age 41 of Woodstock, is charged with:

  • Obstruct a peace officer
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Mischief – interfere with lawful use of property over $5000

Both accused were held in custody and are scheduled to appear for bail hearings today (Thursday, March 13, 2025).

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

35 Year Old Facing Theft & Trespasing Charges

(KENORA, ON) – The Kenora Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a male following reports of suspicious activity and thefts from vehicles in the area.

On March 8, 2025, shortly after 10:30 p.m., Kenora OPP officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious male in the area ofSouth Park Drive in Kenora. The complainant reported observing a male attempting to access parked vehicles. CCTV footage of the incident was provided.

Officers patrolled the area and observed the interior lights of a pickup truck turning on. Upon arrival, officers located a male matching the suspect description removing items from the vehicle.

As a result of the investigation Phillip KAKEKAGUMICK, 35-years-old of Sioux Lookout, Ontario has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Trespassing at Night x2
  • Theft Under $5,000
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The Kenora OPP would like to remind residents to secure their vehicles and report suspicious activity. Anyone with further information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Kenora OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

18 Year Old Facing Attempt Theft & Assault Charges – Name Relased

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON)- On March11, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., three individuals were caught attempting to shoplift from local grocery store on Hillside Drive South in the City of Elliot Lake.

The East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an attempted theft of alcohol. As store staff attempted to stop three individuals from leaving, the trio fled the scene, and one of them pushed an employee, causing them to fall and injure their shoulder.

On March 12, 2025, police arrested three individuals. The first arrest occurred at approximately 12:15 a.m., with 18-year-old Nichola SACHRO from Blind River being charged with:

  • Attempt – theft under $5000 – shoplifting
  • Assault

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on April 10, 2025.

The second arrest was made at approximately 2:00 p.m., with a 16-year-old from Elliot Lake being charged with: Attempt – theft under $5000 – shoplifting and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on April 3, 2025.

The third arrest was made at approximately 5:00 p.m., with a another 16-year-old from Elliot Lake charged with: Attempt – theft under $5000 – shoplifting and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on May 6, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

KUNZLE Was Arrested Again- Theft, Trespass at Night, Etc.

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a South Huron resident following a theft from a property in the Municipality of South Huron, Exeter on February 28, 2025. 

On Monday, March 3rd, 2025, Huron County OPP officers were contacted by property owners who reported a theft that had occurred on February 28, 2025. The suspect was captured on video surveillance and police were able to identify the culprit.

Officers located and arrested the suspect on March 4th. The stolen item was recovered and returned to the rightful owners. The accused has been charged as follows:

David KUNZLE, 26 years of age from South Huron has been charged with:

–      Theft Under $5,000,

–      Trespassing by Night,

–      Fail to Comply with Probation Order,

–      Fail to Comply with Release Order.

The accused was processed and held for a bail hearing where they were later remanded into custody with a pending court appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich. 

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