(PEMBROKE, ON) During the week of the 27th of April to the 03rd of May members of the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP Detachment investigated 283 incidents including mischiefs, domestic disputes, and motor vehicle collisions.
Motor Vehicle Collisions
During the week of the 27th of April to the 03rd of May members of the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP Detachment investigated 21 motor vehicle collisions. 20 collisions were property damage and 1 collision was a personal injury motor vehicle collision.
RIDE
During the week of the 27th of April to the 03rd May members of the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP Detachment conducted 10 RIDE programs. The OPP is reminding drivers that any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair one’s ability to drive. If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi, stay overnight or use public transit.
Mischief
On April 27th police received a report of damage to the hood of a parked motor vehicle in the Town of Petawawa during the day of April 25th. No suspects have been identified at this time.
On April 28th there was a report of an overnight act of mischief to a storage shed at Riverside Park in the City of Pembroke. The door to the shed was damaged, leaving it insecure. Nothing was taken from the shed. The investigation is continuing.
Drugs
On April 27th a male attended the Pembroke detachment of the OPP and requested to be arrested for possession of marihuana as he reported having marihuana in his possession. The male handed over a quantity of marihuana to police and he was subsequently arrested for drug possession. As a result Dean Douglas TENNANT age 28 of Pembroke was charged with Possession of a Schedule II Substance – Cannabis Marihuana – under 30 grams contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA). TENNANT was released on a promise to appear and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on June 23rd 2015.
Theft
On April 27th police received a report of an unlocked bicycle being stolen during the day from outside a residence in the Town of Petawawa. The bicycle is a Hoffman brand BMX style bike with a black frame, green lettering, green handlebars and grips, and a black seat.
On May 3rd police responded to a report of an overnight theft from a locked vehicle that was parked a residence in Petawawa. The vehicle was forcibly entered and an electronic device and tools were stolen. The investigation is continuing.
Domestic Disputes
During the week of the 27th of April to the 03rd of May members of the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP detachment investigated 17 domestic disputes. As a result,
· One adult male was charged with one count of assault and two counts of mischief under $5000 contrary to the Criminal Code
· One adult male was charged with uttering threats contrary to the Criminal Code
· One male youth was charged with assault and breach of recognizance contrary to the Criminal Code
· One adult female was charged with two counts of assault contrary to the Criminal Code
· One adult male was charged with one count of assault, one count of mischief and two counts of breach of probation contrary to the Criminal Code
· One adult female was charged with one count of breach of probation contrary to the Criminal Code
Online Citizen Self Reporting
The OPP is reminding the public that people now have the option to report select occurrences to police from the convenience of a computer or mobile device. Using the Citizen Self Reporting system, specific incidents can be reported online at your convenience without attending a detachment or waiting for an officer. The system can be used to report:
Theft Under $5000
Mischief / Damage to Property Under $5000
Mischief / Damage to Vehicle Under $5000
Theft from Vehicle
Lost / Missing Property Under $5000
Stolen Licence plates or validation stickers
Driving complaints
Do not use this system if it is an emergency. If it is an emergency, call 9-1-1. Those who prefer to contact the OPP by phone can do so by calling 1-888-310-1122 to report a crime and have an officer attend. Questions about the system or to determine if your occurrence qualifies for online reporting, please visit www.opp.ca/reporting
Unfounded / Accidental 9-1-1 calls
The Upper Ottawa Valley Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment continues to receive a signficant number of unfounded 9-1-1 calls. The OPP would like to remind residents of the following tips to help reduce accidental 9-1-1 calls:
Do not pre-program 9-1-1 into your home or cell phone
Store your cell phone in a protective case
Screen lock your cell phone
In the case of an accidental 9-1-1 call it is important to stay on the line and tell the call taker what happened. It is OPP policy to dispatch an officer to every 9-1-1 call with an identifiable location to ensure the safety of the person who has made the call. OPP reminds you that the toll-free number 1-888-310-1122 is available for 24/7 non-emergency calls in Ontario.
Crime Stoppers Pembroke/Renfrew County believes that someone may have information that could assist police in solving these crimes. If you have information on any of these criminal offences that results in charges being laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000.00. Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 735-8477 that is 735-Tips or you can reach us at 1-800-222-8477. You could help solve a crime. All tips remain anonymous and you will not have to attend court. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display. Our telephones are answered 24 hours a day. Please visit us at our new website www.valleytips.ca.
The Upper Ottawa Valley OPP would like to thank the volunteers from Victim Services of Renfrew County for the support provided to victims of crimes and tragic circumstances in our communities. Services provided to victims include ensure victims receive immediate support and assistance, provide referrals to appropriate community support services, and offer practical solutions to lessen the impact of a crisis. The service is based on the concept of Neighbours helping Neighbours. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer with VCARS, please call 613-649-2852 or 1-877-568-5730 for more information.