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OPP RESPOND TO SEVERAL COLLISIONS OVERNIGHT

(CHATHAM-KENT, ON) Chatham-Kent Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers were kept very busy between 8:00 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2013, and 2:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 26, 2013, responding to several collisions and vehicles in the ditch along Highway 401. Only minor injuries were reported. We ask the public to be cautious as Emergency crews […]

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OPP RECEIVES COMPLAINT OF SUSPICIOUS PERSON SELLING ELECTRONICS FROM PICK-UP TRUCK

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment is once again reminding all residents to be very cautious when approached by anyone looking to sell electronics. The OPP were contacted by a concerned member of the public who advised police of a suspicious male party, attempting to sell electronics from a […]

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Keep Smoke Away From Our Kids

Huron County, ON – Smoking in places where kids play could get a little tougher in Huron County if new legislation passes. The Government of Ontario has proposed changes that would make it harder for youth to get tobacco products and further limit smoking in public areas in Ontario. The Huron County Health Unit supports […]

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Seeking assistance in identifying distraction theft suspect

(Ottawa) The Ottawa Police Service is seeking public assistance in identifying suspects involved in distraction theft” following a visit at financial institutions. There have been several incidents in the West End of Ottawa

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Results of Ottawa Police Fourth annual Gala in support of Christie Lake Kids

(Ottawa) This evening, Ottawa Police Service Chief Charles Bordeleau will present a cheque totaling $105,000 to Christie Lake Kids at the Ottawa Police Services Board’s meeting. The cheque represents the total funds raised at the fourth annual Police Gala held on Saturday, October 19, 2013 at the Ottawa Convention Centre. “CLK is very grateful for […]

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Investigations and police actions continue after South End Robberies

(Ottawa) The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) has increased patrols and officer presence in the South end of Ottawa after a series of robberies in November. Ten robberies have occurred in the south end of Ottawa, and in six of those incidents a gun was used. The suspects are targeting cell phones and other personal effects. […]

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Shine the Light campaign puts spotlight on ending violence against women

(Ottawa) Today, the Ottawa Coalition to End Violence Against Women (OCTEVAW), in partnership with the Ottawa Police Service, launched the Shine the Light campaign to increase community awareness about violence against women and girls. “Shine the Light is about engaging people in breaking the silence on violence against women. It encourages community members to build […]

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Update: Shots fired at two separate locations this weekend

(Ottawa) The Ottawa Police Service Guns and Gangs Section continues to investigate two incidents from the past weekend. On November 22, 2013 police responded to a shooting that occurred inside a residence in the 300 block of Murray Street where a 22 year old male victim was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. […]

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Man Charged with Assault

The Chatham-Kent police have arrested a man following a family dispute. Yesterday afternoon, police responded to a residence on the north side of Chatham. At this time, a woman reported that she had been assaulted by a male family member. The woman was transported to the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance as a precaution. A 50-year-old Chatham […]

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Motor Vehicle Collision

Shortly after 8:00 yesterday morning, police responded to a two-vehicle collision on Helen Street near Rose Avenue in Tilbury. Both drivers were travelling eastbound on Helen Street when they stopped for traffic. The first driver then reversed and struck the second driver. Neither driver was injured. Total damages were estimated at $2500. A 45-year-old Tilbury […]