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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Fatal Collision On Hwy 69

(SUDBURY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has opened the highway in both directions.

On Monday May 26, 2025, at approximately 4:00 p.m., members from the Nipissing West (Sudbury) Detachment of the OPP, Fire Services and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 69, Sudbury.

An 88-year-old-person from Noelville was pronounced deceased at the scene. Three other people were transported to the local hospital by EMS, one person with life-altering injuries and two other people with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

The OPP Collision Reconstructionist and members of the Traffic Collision Investigation Team continue to assist.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

Sexual Assault, Minor Injuries – Suspect At Large

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a report of a sexual assault in Kitchener.

On May 20, 2025, at approximately 2 a.m., a female was sexually assaulted at an establishment in the area of Queen Street South and Charles Street East.

The victim sustained minor injuries as a result of the incident.

The suspect is described as a Black male wearing a green shirt and pants.

The investigation is ongoing by WRPS’ Major Crime Unit.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-570-9777, extension 8255.

Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

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Nishnawbe Aski Police Service Police Press Releases

Fatal Fire

(Sandy Lake, ON) – Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding a house fire in Sandy Lake First Nation that led to a death Thursday afternoon.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service working out of the Sandy Lake First Nation detachment received a call for service regarding a residential fire in the community shortly after 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 22.

When police arrived on scene, they observed a home engulfed in flames and community firefighters actively working toward extinguishing the blaze.

Nine people escaped, and received treatment at the community nursing station for injuries consistent with smoke inhalation.

Police confirmed the discovery of a deceased person inside the home shortly after 4:15 p.m. A scene was established, and an investigation into the fire and death remain ongoing.

Members of the NAPS Crime Unit, OPP Forensic Identification Unit, Office of the Chief Coroner and representatives of the Ontario Fire Marshall’s Office are now involved in the ongoing investigation.

No further details about the fire or deceased is available at this time.

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Niagra Police Service Police Press Releases

2 Arrested Following Shooting

Niagra Regional Police

Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) detectives assigned to 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) have been actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting that occurred on April 27, 2025.

As a result of the investigation detectives identified two individuals responsible for the shooting.

On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, judicial authorization was granted and 1 District Detectives, with the assistance of 1 District Street Crime Unit (SCU) executed search warrants at two residential address’ in St. Catharines. LeBron SAMUELS (21 years) of St. Catharines was arrested and found to be in possession of a firearm (handgun) and ammunition. As a result of the arrest, Samuels faces the following criminal charges:

  • Possession of a loaded firearm
  • Possession of a firearm without holding a licence
  • Possession of a restricted/ prohibited firearm
  • Carry concealed weapon
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Careless use/storage of firearm

As a result of the April 27, 2025, shooting, Samuels faces the following criminal charges:

  • Aggravated assault
  • Discharge firearm with intent
  • Possession of a loaded firearm
  • Possession of a firearm without holding a licence
  • Careless use of firearm
  • Carry concealed weapon
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Assault
  • Fail to comply with probation

On Thursday, May 22, 2025, judicial authorization was granted and 1 District Detectives, with the assistance of Barrie Police Service’s Street Crime Unit and Tactical Support Unit executed a search warrant at a residential address in Barrie. Taeshawn JOSEPH (18 years) of St. Catharines, was arrested and charged with the following criminal offences:

  • Aggravated assault
  • Discharge firearm with intent
  • Possession of a loaded firearm
  • Possession of a firearm without holding a licence
  • Careless use of firearm
  • Carry concealed weapon
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Assault

SAMUELS was held in custody and attended a bail hearing, that took place on Thursday, May 8, 2025, via video link to the Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse located at 59 Church Street, in the City of St. Catharines where he was remanded into custody.

JOSEPH is being held in custody pending a bail hearing, which is expected to take place Friday, May 23, 2025, via video link to the Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse located at 59 Church Street, in the City of St. Catharines.

This investigation remains ongoing and anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the lead detective by dialing 905-688-4111, dial option #3, extension #1009222.

­­­Members of the community who wish to provide information anonymously are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards to people who contact the program with information that leads to an arrest.

Incident #25-42629

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Cobourg Police Service Police Press Releases

Cobourg Daily Update 23May2025

A 59-year-old Cobourg man is facing charges after driving while prohibited.

On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at approximately 6:45 p.m., an officer was on patrol in the area of University Avenue West at Division Street when he observed a man operating a vehicle that was on numerous driving suspensions and prohibitions, including conditions not to occupy the driver’s seat of a vehicle.

A traffic stop was initiated, and as a result, the 59-year-old Cobourg man was arrested and charged with Driving While Under Suspension, Operation While Prohibited, Failing to Surrender an Insurance Card, and two counts of Fail to Comply with Undertaking. The accused was held in custody pending a Show Cause hearing.

Two youths are facing charges following a report of theft.

On May 12, 2025, at approximately 1:30 p.m., police responded to a theft at a business on King Street. The suspects had already left the scene when police arrived. Following an investigation, the suspects were identified. On May 22, 2025, a 16-year-old male and a 17-year-old female, both from Cobourg, were arrested and jointly charged with Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000. They were released on Undertakings with future court dates.

An 18-year-old Cobourg woman has been charged after spitting in an officer’s face during a disturbance call on Thursday night.

On Thursday, May 22, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., police responded to a disturbance involving two individuals in a physical altercation, both under the influence of alcohol. Officers attempted to separate the individuals. One tried to push past officers to re-engage in the confrontation. To prevent a breach of the peace, officers removed one individual from the residence and released them into the care of family. After being released, the individual spat in the face of an officer without warning or provocation. As a result, the 18-year-old Cobourg woman was arrested and charged with Assaulting a Peace Officer. She was held in custody pending a Show Cause Hearing.

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Police Press Releases Sarnia Police Service

Cocaine Bust

On May 21, 2025, at 4:50 PM, the Major Case Action Team (MCAT) with support from the Emergency Response Team (ERT), and the Canine Unit executed a search warrant at a residence on Vidal Street South in Sarnia.

A search of the residence resulted in the seizure of the following: 

  • 70.44 grams of cocaine
  • 9.30 grams of crystal methamphetamine
  • Drug trafficking paraphernalia
  • HW USP .177 Cal BB Gun
  • $2090 in Canadian currency

The estimated street value of the seized drugs is approximately $9010.00

Bradley Bruce SEGUIN (37-years-old) of Sarnia was held for a bail hearing and charged with:

  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking (2 counts – cocaine and crystal methamphetamine)
  • Possession of a firearm contrary to a prohibition order
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Fail to comply with probation

If you have information about a crime and would like to report it anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit them online at www.p3tips.com . Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. If your information leads to an arrest or charges being laid you may receive a cash award.

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas Police Service

STPS Daily Update – 26May2025

A 23-year-old individual has been arrested and charged with Assault, Assault Causing Bodily Harm, and Mischief following a domestic dispute that escalated into violence. The incident, which began over a cellphone, turned physical when the accused allegedly kicked their partner, a family member, and an interior door. Police responded to the scene and took the accused into custody without incident. They were transported to police headquarters for processing and later released with a future court date. Case Number: ST25008729

Warrant Arrests x 6

Mischief: A 32-year-old male has been arrested on a first instance warrant for six counts of Mischief Under $5000 after allegedly smashing multiple vehicle windows at a car dealership last week. Surveillance footage captured the suspect, who was identified by the Property Crime Unit. He was transported to police headquarters and later released with a future court date. Case Number: ST25008733

Probation Violations: The London Police Service executed a warrant on a 28-year-old male wanted by the STPS on an endorsed bench warrant for three counts of Failure to Comply with Probation. He was released by LPS on behalf of STPS with a new court date. Case Number: ST25008741

Shoplifting Incident: A 46-year-old female from London turned herself in to STPS, where she was arrested on a first instance warrant for Theft Under $5000 in relation to a shoplifting incident. She was processed and later released with a future court date. Case Number: ST25008743

Border Arrest: A 31-year-old female was taken into custody by the Canada Border Services Agency in Niagara Falls as she attempted to re-enter Canada. She was wanted on a bench warrant for Forcible Confinement and Uttering Threats, stemming from a violent incident at a local high school in January. She is currently being held in custody pending a court appearance. Case Number: ST25008760

Child Abuse Investigation: A 32-year-old male and a 34-year-old female were arrested by the Chatham-Kent Police Service on STPS first instance warrants related to a child abuse investigation earlier this month. The pair face a combined total of six charges of Assault and two charges of Uttering Threats. STPS officers attended the Chatham-Kent Police Service to execute the warrants, and both individuals were released with a future court date. Case Number: ST25008766

Intimate Image Publication Arrest

An 18-year-old St. Thomas man has been arrested for publication of an intimate image without consent after allegedly distributing private images of an ex-partner to the victim’s family and friends. He was transported to police headquarters for processing and later released on an Undertaking with conditions. Case Number: ST25008755

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Police Press Releases Windsor Police Service

Jacob Jubinville Wanted By Police – Fraud, Breach, Etc.

Warrant issued for man accused of using counterfeit cash, fleeing from police

An arrest warrant has been issued for a 27-year-old man who allegedly used counterfeit cash to make $700 in fraudulent purchases at local stores and then fled from police officers. 

On May 11, 2025, a male suspect entered a department store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Road East and used counterfeit $100 bills to purchase multiple items. The following day, the same individual attempted to use counterfeit money to pay for merchandise at a business in the 400 block of Sandwich Street South in Amherstburg. However, a store employee discovered the bills were fake and confronted the suspect, who fled to a nearby black Mercedes and left the scene. 

Officers with the Windsor Police’s Amherstburg Detachment located the suspect’s vehicle a short time later. Upon seeing the police cruiser, the suspect accelerated rapidly and drove through a red traffic light in a highly populated area. Officers discontinued the pursuit out of concern for public safety.

The Windsor Police Financial Crimes Unit investigated and identified the suspect as Jacob Jubinville. He is described as a white male, approximately 6’ tall, 160 lbs, with a medium build, wavy brown hair, a full beard, blue eyes, and multiple tattoos, including two on his face. An arrest warrant has been issued for Jubinville on the following charges:

· Fraud under $5,000 (x 2)

· Possession of counterfeit money (x 2)

· Uttering counterfeit money (x 2)

· Obtaining by false pretences under $5,000

· Possession of property obtained by crime

· Failure to stop for police

· Dangerous driving

· Failure to comply with a release order (x 2)

Anyone with information on this investigation or Jubinville’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Windsor Police Financial Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4330. Alternatively, anonymous tips can be submitted to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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Peel Regional Police Police Press Releases

18 Year Old Wanted For Murder

Region of Peel – Investigators from the Homicide and Missing Persons Bureau are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a wanted man in relation to a homicide investigation.

On April 23, 2025, it is alleged that the wanted individual shot and killed a young person in the area of Beech Street and Church Street East in Brampton.

As the result of the investigation, Damian Walker, an 18-year-old male from Brampton, was identified as the suspect. Walker is wanted for Second Degree Murder.

Walker is described as approximately 6’0” with a slim build, light complexion, brown curly hair, green eyes, and a rose tattoo on the right side of his neck.

Investigators have reason to believe that Walker may be armed and dangerous. If seen, please do not approach and call 911 immediately.

Anyone with information pertaining to the investigation, including the location of Walker is asked to contact the Homicide and Missing Persons Bureau at (905) 453-3311, ext. 3205.  Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.

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Hanover Police Police Press Releases

Hanover Police Continue Keeping Public In Dark – Refuse To Name Names

On Monday, May 19th, 2025, Hanover Police while on patrol observed an improperly plated motorcycle on 7th Avenue. The driver was stopped and could not produce an insurance card, permit for the vehicle or a valid driver’s license. Hanover Police have charged a 42-year-old Owen Sound man with multiple offences under the Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act. He was issued several Provincial Offence Act notices.

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