In the week of May 4th to May 11th, 2015 Hawkesbury OPP officers responded to 233 occurrences. No break and enter incident was reported. Two incidents of assault and six incidents of theft were reported. In the last week, officers did not investigate any impaired driving related incidents. Out of these 233 occurrences, 12 concluded with accusations.
NOISY VEHICLES
(Hawkesbury, ON) With the arrival of the warmer weather, the Hawkesbury OPP Detachment has received many complaints regarding vehicles that emit noise levels that do not conform to the Ontario Highway Traffic Act. This problem contributes negatively on the quality of life for a majority of citizens.
Section 75 of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act (HTA) stipulates:
“Every motor vehicle (which include motorcycles) or motor assisted bicycle shall be equipped with a muffler in good working order and in constant operation to prevent excessive or unusual noise and excessive smoke, and no person shall use a muffler cut-out, straight exhaust, gutted muffler, Hollywood muffler, by-pass or similar device upon a motor vehicle or motor assisted bicycle. ”
This summer, officers will be on the lookout for vehicles that infringe the law. Those found in contravention of section 75 of the HTA may be subjected to a fine totalling $110.00 and will be required to make adjustments to their vehicles in order to meet the provincial standards.
CALLER ID SPOOFING
(Hawkesbury, ON) The Hawkesbury OPP received complaints from local residents regarding “Caller ID Spoofing”. The homeowners advised their own phone number was displayed on their caller ID when receiving a call from a telemarketer.
Caller ID is a useful function that allows you to see information on the identity and number of the caller before answering the call. Some telemarketers will mask or falsify this information. This practice is called “spoofing” and is an indication the call may not be legitimate.
A spoofed number can appear as a string of digits such as 000-000-0000 or 123-456-7890, a random number or another company or person’s real number.
If you receive a telemarketing call from a person or a company that you believe has spoofed the caller id, you can file a complaint by going to the National DNCL website at https://www.lnnte-dncl.gc.ca/ or call toll-free 1-866-580-DNCL (1-866-580-3625). If you are calling from a TTY device, call 1-888-DNCL-TTY (1-888-362-5889).
If you are complaining about fraudulent calls or a spoofing incident you can also report the calls to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
OPP AUXILIARY OFFICERS PERFORM PARKING LOT INSPECTIONS
(Hawkesbury, ON) The Hawkesbury detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police regularly receives reports of thefts from motor vehicles and mischief. In most cases, the investigations reveal that the victims had left their vehicle doors unlocked.
To help prevent such crimes, the Hawkesbury OPP Auxiliary Unit performed crime prevention inspections in the parking lots of the County Road 17 businesses in Hawkesbury on May 7th.
The inspections consisted of verifications of vehicles for unlocked doors, keys in the ignition, having valuables in plain view, etc. After each “Risk Inspection”, the Auxiliaries left a summary of the said inspection on the vehicle. Giving the owner feedback on some of the risk factors associated with the vehicle and important contact information if more explanations are needed.
The OPP Auxiliary Officers were able to verify a total of 113 vehicles. It was found that 37 vehicles were found to be a risk factor. (33%)
These inspections were done on commercial properties where car owners are usually more careful and crime savvy compared to parking on their own property.
Police need everyone’s help 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 this will translate in fewer crimes committed and lesser victims. Please help us make a difference.
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THEFT OF FARM EQUIPMENT
(Alfred-Plantagenet, ON) Constable Fabrice Courtel of the Hawkesbury OPP is investigating the theft of 18 sets of galvanized pennings that were stolen from a Route 21 farm in Wendover.
The investigation would suggest that the theft occurred sometime during the night of May 4th to May 5th 2015.
The value of the stolen items are evaluated at more than $2700.
The matter is under investigation.
STOLEN ATV RECOVERED
(Hawkesbury, ON) A stolen All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) was recovered on Régent Street in the Town of Hawkesbury in the early morning of Sunday May 10th 2015.
Sergeant Patrick MacGregor of the Hawkesbury OPP was on patrol when he intercepted a 4×4 New Holland ATV, Model 120 that was driven on Régent Street.
The driver was operating the ATV without any lights or helmet.
The investigation revealed that the off road vehicle, valued at more than $12000, was stolen from “Les Jardins Lamoureux” on Highway 34 in Champlain.
Karl PRÉVOST-BROWN (19 yrs) of Vankleek Hill was subsequently arrested and charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with the following sections:
– 333.1 Theft of Motor Vehicle
– 348(1)(b) Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence
The accused is scheduled to appear at the L’Orignal Court on May 27th, 2015 at 9 am.
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 .