During the week of the 25 July 2016, to the 31 July 2016, there were 124 calls for service, including the Whitney Detachment.
There were seven motor vehicle collisions, one was animal related.
There were four domestic dispute calls for service during the week of the 25 July 2016, to the 31 July 2016. There were two domestic related incidents involving criminal code charges.
Assault Charge
On the 26 July 2016 at approximately 11:40 a.m., Killaloe OPP Constable Neil Gonzalez was dispatched to a domestic dispute call at the Bonnechere Provincial Park, Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards Twp. Subsequent to police investigation, a 41 yr. old male from Toronto, has been charged with Assault, section 266 of the Criminal Code of Canada. The accused was released on a Promise to Appear with conditions, to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, Killaloe. The name of the accused has been withheld to protect the identity of the victim.
Assault Charge
On the 31 July 2016 at approximately 5:54 p.m., Killaloe OPP Constable Ryan Lapierre was dispatched to a domestic disturbance call, on Palmer Road, Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan Twp. Subsequent to police investigation, a 53 yr. old male from Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan Twp. has been charged with Assault section 266 of the Criminal Code of Canada. The accused was released on a Promise to Appear with conditions to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, Killaloe. The name of the accused has been withheld to protect the identity of the victim.
Assault With Weapon Charge
On the 25 July 2016 at approximately 7: 57 p.m., Killaloe OPP Constable Chris Miller was dispatched to an assault call on Crooked Rapids Road, in North Algona Wilberforce Twp. Subsequent to police investigation, 58 yr. old Philippe DUMONT from Ottawa has been charged with Assault with a Weapon, section 267(a) of the Criminal Code of Canada. The accused was released on a Promise to Appear with conditions, to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, Killaloe.
Motor Vehicle Collisions
On the 27 July 2016 at approximately 4:51 p.m., Killaloe OPP Constable Devin Leeworthy was dispatched to a collision involving a cyclist, on Highway # 60 in Algonquin Provincial Park. Police determined that the collision involved two cyclists who had struck each other. One cyclist was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
On the 31 July 2016 at approximately 10:34 a.m. OPP Constable Jason Golds was dispatched to a motor vehicle collision on Old Barry’s Bay Road, Madawaska Valley Twp. The vehicle had previously left the scene, and was located a short time later by police. The 26 yr. old driver, Jakub BERNAD was charged with Careless Driving section 130, and Fail to Remain at the Scene of a Collision, section 200(1)(a) of the Highway Traffic Act . The accused was issued two summonses to appear in court.
Stunt Driving
On the 30 July 2016 at approximately 12:54 p.m., OPP Constable Jason Golds was operating moving radar on Combermere Road, in Madawaska Valley Twp. A vehicle was observed travelling at a high rate of speed. The driver was charged with Stunt Driving, section 172 of the Highway Traffic Act, after registering 140 km in a posted 80 km zone. The licence was suspended and the vehicle impounded for seven days.
Theft
On the 25 July 2016 at approximately 3: 29 p.m., Killaloe OPP received a theft call at the Portage Store in Algonquin Provincial Park. A black resin chair with a bear head symbol was stolen from the store. Police are continuing this investigation.
Break and Enter
On the 26 July at approximately 8: 26 a.m., Killaloe OPP Constable Devin Leeworthy was dispatched to a break and enter on Sand Road, Bonnechere Valley Twp. The door latches to an outbuilding at the Waster Transfer Site had been pried open and items stolen. Police are continuing this investigation.
Break and Enter
On the 31 July 2016 at approximately 6:08 p.m., Killaloe OPP Constable Chris Miller was dispatched to a break and enter on Highway #60, in North Algona Wilberforce Twp. A shed had been entered; cash and various outdoor garden items were stolen. Police are continuing this investigation.
Marine Charge
On the July 28 at approximately 12:25 p.m., officers from the Killaloe OPP were on marine patrol on Lake Clear in Bonnechere Valley Township when they conducted a routine compliance check on a kayaker to ensure he possessed the required safety equipment. The male was subsequently charged for “Operating a Human Powered Pleasure Craft Without Personal Floatation Device” contrary to the Canada Shipping Act, Small Vessel Regulations. As is common practice, the officers followed the male back to shore so that he would not be left at continued risk without the necessary safety equipment. Part way to shore the kayak suddenly started taking on water, and the male called for help from the officers. The male had to be taken into the police boat, and his disabled kayak towed to shore. His $240 fine ended up being a far less significant price than he might have otherwise paid.
Fraud
On the 28 July 2016 at approximately 6: 00 p.m., Killaloe OPP Constable Devin Leeworthy was dispatched to a fraud call on Queen Street in Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards Twp. The caller was defrauded of a large sum of money through a Western Union Scam. Police are continuing this investigation. Police remind the community to never give out personal information to an insecure source and to report all scams to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Agency at 1-888-495-8501.
Bear Complaint
On the 28 July 2016 at approximately 1:44 a.m., Killaloe OPP Constable Devin Leeworthy was dispatched to an animal call on Pog Lake in Algonquin Provincial Park. A tent had been damaged by a bear after the campers had left food inside.
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reminding people to take simple precautions this summer to prevent attracting black bears.
The potential for human-bear conflict increases when there is little natural food available for bears. If this happens, black bears will search for other food sources, such as garbage and bird feed, which can draw bears to populated areas. Follow these instructions to minimize the chances of attracting bears:
– Store garbage in waste containers with tight-fitting lids.
– Put out garbage only on the morning of pickup.
– Put away bird feeders. Seed, suet and nectar attract bears.
– Pick fruits and berries as they ripen. Don’t let them rot on the ground. Clean outdoor barbecue grills after each use, including the grease trap underneath. Bears will be drawn by smells from great distances, including grease and food residue on grills.
– Keep dogs on leash; sometimes bears will follow off-leash dogs back to you.
If a bear is posing an immediate threat to public safety by exhibiting threatening or aggressive behaviour, call 911 or your local police. The police may request support from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry to respond to emergency situations, on a case-by-case basis.
For non-emergencies, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry operates the toll-free, 24/7 Bear Reporting Line (1-866-514-2327) and the Bear Wise website to provide the public with information and advice
If you have any information about the calls listed in this media release, please contact the Killaloe OPP or Crime stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
In the event you are reporting an occurrence that does not require immediate police assistance please call 1-888-310-1122.
Should you wish to speak to someone at the Killaloe Detachment contact 613-757-2600.