In the weeks of April 18th to May 02nd, Hawkesbury Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers responded to 385 occurrences. Five break and enter incidents were reported. Twelve assault incidents and seven incidents of theft were reported. In the last two weeks, officers investigated three impaired driving related incidents. Out of these 385 occurrences, 46 concluded with charges.
DOMESTIC INVESTIGATIONS
Hawkesbury OPP officers responded to 14 domestic disputes during the past two weeks.
-One female was charged with assault, assault with a weapon, assault with intent to resist arrest, uttering threats and dangerous operation of motor vehicle.
-One male was charged with assault.
-One male was charged with assault, resist peace officer and mischief under $5000.
-One young male was charged with assault.
-One young male was charged with fail to comply with sentence
-One male was charged with obstruct justice and fail to comply with conditions of undertaking.
-One male was charged with two counts of assault.
-One male was charged with being intoxicated in public place.
-One female was charged with criminal harassment – repeatedly communicate.
TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO DRUG CHARGES
(EAST HAWKESBURY, ON) – On Tuesday afternoon April 19th, shortly before 5:00pm, Constable Matthew Priess conducted speed measuring enforcement on Highway 417, in East Hawkesbury Township and intercepted a white Toyota Venza for speeding.
The traffic stop resulted in the male passenger being in possession of illicit drugs. Cannabis Marihuana, cannabis resin (hashish) and a large amount of Canadian currency was found.
Consequently, the passenger, Cornelis BAKKER (29 yrs) of Gatineau, Quebec was arrested and charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following sections:
– 5(2) Possession of a Schedule II substance for the purpose of Trafficking- under 3 kg
– 4(1) Possession of a Schedule II substance- Cannabis Marihuana – under 30grams
He was also charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with the following section:
– 354(1)(a) Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000
The male driver was also charged under the Highway Traffic Act and under the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with the following sections:
– 128 Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit
– 3(1) Fail to have insurance card
The accused passenger was later released and scheduled to appear at court on May 25th, 2016 in L’Orignal.
DAYTIME BREAK AND ENTER
(ALFRED-PLANTAGENET, ON) – Hawkesbury OPP officers were called to investigate a daytime break and enter that occurred on Wednesday April 20th, sometime between 8:30am and 1:30pm, at a residence situated on Boundary Road in the Alfred-Plantagenet Township.
The investigation would suggest that someone entered the single residential home by breaking in through the front door. The culprit searched and ransacked the entire residence stealing Canadian currency, liquor and hunting knives.
The OPP Identification Unit attended the scene.
The matter is still under investigation.
Anyone with information about this matter is asked to contact Constable Patrick Chartrand at the Hawkesbury OPP Detachment at 613-632-2729 or 1-888-310-1122.
IMPAIRED DRIVERS
(HAWKESBURY, ON) – In the night of April 22nd, shortly after midnight, Hawkesbury OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) initiative on John Street in Hawkesbury, when a red 2003 Dodge Ram pickup truck stopped at the checkpoint.
Interaction with the driver gave the officer Erin Bouchard reason to believe that he had driven his motor vehicle with his abilities impaired by alcohol.
Consequently, the driver, Walter HELMUTH (61 yrs) of Harrington Quebec, was charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with the following sections:
– 253(1)(a) Driving While Ability Impaired – motor vehicle (Alcohol)
– 253(1)(b) Driving with More than 80 mgs. of Alcohol in Blood.
The vehicle was seized for 7 days and the driver’s licence was immediately suspended for 90 days.
He was later released and scheduled to appear at court on May 11th, 2016 in L’Orignal.
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(HAWKESBURY, ON) – On Friday April 22nd, just after 2:00am, Hawkesbury OPP officers responded to a break and enter attempt where the suspect had fled the scene driving a vehicle while intoxicated. The officers immediately located the grey Volkswagen Golf and its driver.
Interaction with the female driver gave the officer Luc Denommee reason to believe that she had driven her motor vehicle with her abilities impaired by alcohol.
Consequently, the driver, Sophie LAFRENIERE (34 yrs) of Hawkesbury, was charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with the following sections:
– 253(1)(a) Driving While Ability Impaired – motor vehicle (Alcohol)
– 253(1)(b) Driving with More than 80 mgs. of Alcohol in Blood
– 348(1)(a) Break, Enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence
The vehicle was seized for 7 days and the driver’s licence was immediately suspended for 90 days.
She was later released and scheduled to appear at court on May 11th, 2016 in L’Orignal.
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(HAWKESBURY, ON) – On Sunday May 01st at 1:00am, Hawkesbury OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. checkpoint on John Street in Hawkesbury, when Constable Erin Bouchard intercepted a white A5 Audi.
Interaction with the male driver gave the officer reason to believe that he had operated his motor vehicle with blood alcohol content over 80 mgs.
Consequently, the driver, Claude PERREAULT (56 yrs) of Saint-Jerome Quebec, was charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with the following section:
– 253(1)(b) Driving with More than 80 mgs of Alcohol in Blood.
The vehicle was seized for 7 days and the driver’s licence was immediately suspended for 90 days.
He was later released and scheduled to appear at court on May 18th, 2016 in L’Orignal.
BREAK AND ENTER
(HAWKESBURY, ON) – Constable Attilio Vortasio of the Hawkesbury OPP is investigating a residential break and enter incident that occurred sometime overnight between April 22nd and April 23rd at a vacant apartment being renovated on Paul Crescent in Hawkesbury.
The culprits gained entry to the apartment and stole various tools valued over $2,000.
The matter is still under investigation.
Anyone with information can contact the investigating officer at the Hawkesbury OPP at 613-632-2729 or 1-888-310-1122.
RACING IN ALFRED-PLANTAGENET
(ALFRED-PLANTAGENET, ON) – On April 24th, shortly after 4:00pm, Officers Frank Landriault and Pascal David conducted speed measuring enforcement on County Road 9 at County Road 2, in Alfred-Plantagenet Township and intercepted a red 2-door Honda Civic traveling at 141 km/h in a posted 80 km/h zone.
The female driver, (19 yrs) of Clarence-Rockland was charged with section 172 (1) of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act for Race a motor vehicle.
The vehicle was seized and impounded for 7 days and the drivers’ licence was also seized and suspended for 7 days.
The driver is scheduled to appear at the L’Orignal Court on June 02nd 2016.
THEFT FROM VEHICLE
(HAWKESBURY, ON) – On Monday April 25th, at the Hawkesbury Mall parking lot on Regent Street, someone broke into a vehicle stealing a pair of sunglasses, some loose change and a handicap parking permit. This occurred while the owner was inside shopping. The investigation revealed that the vehicle wasn’t locked at the time.
Police need everyone’s collaboration in fighting crime. Everyone must do their part and this starts with securing your own property.
Remember the “Crime Triangle”. For a crime to occur we need a “criminal”, an “opportunity” and a “victim”. If potential victims take away the “opportunities” given to criminals, such as hiding valuables and locking their doors, this will translate in fewer crimes committed and lesser victims. Please help us make a difference.
BREAK-IN SOLVED
(CHAMPLAIN, ON) – Hawkesbury OPP officers responded to a break and enter that occurred on Tuesday April 26th at a residence situated on Higginson Street in Vankleek Hill.
Thanks to the quick thinking and observation of local residents, the male perpetrator was quickly located in the area by Constable Ken Gray.
Gilles MEUNIER (55 yrs) of McGill Street in Hawkesbury was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with the following sections:
– 348(1)(b) Break, Enter dwelling house
– 334(b) Theft Under $5,000
The stolen property was recovered and returned to the owner.
He was later released and scheduled to appear at court on June 01st, 2016 in L’Orignal.
If you have information about any criminal matters, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or call the Hawkesbury O.P.P. at 613-632-2729 or 1-888-310-1122. Persons giving tips to Crime Stoppers that lead to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to Call Display. Your call will stay anonymous and your presence won’t be needed in court. Tips can also be sent via text message and e-mail. For more information visit the National Capital Crime Stoppers’ website at www.CrimeStoppers.ca .