Guelph Police Weekend Report

Bring them home

The Guelph Police continue to take a proactive role in Human Trafficking and recently conducted a one night operation which was named “Bring them home”. It focused on identifying vulnerable women involved in the sex trade and it took place during the week of October 12, 2016. This operation was conducted by an experienced team of officers from three separate Guelph Police work units, including Sexual Assault and Child Abuse, Neighbourhood Services Patrol and Victim Services Wellington.

As a result, the team went to several local hotels and motels and identified five females who were working in the sex trade. They were between the ages of 18-25 but none were from Guelph. The females were provided with contact information and links to community resources and outreach programs that would assist them in a making better lifestyle choices and were provided products to assist them in their day to day lives. There were no criminal charges laid.

The Guelph Police Service asks that if you or anyone you know is believed to be involved in the sex trade and needs assistance to please contact the Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit.

This project was made possible by a grant from the Ministry of Community of Safety and Correctional Services.

R.I.D.E.

On December 17/18, 2016 between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. the Guelph Police Service conducted a RIDE program in the City of Guelph. 665 vehicles were checked by officers with nine roadside screening tests being administered. Seven of the nine drivers were found to be within the legal limit. Two male drivers, a 24-year-old and 29-year-old residents of Guelph, were issued three day driving licence suspensions for registering an alert and had their vehicles towed.

RIDE Officers encountered several individuals who had either a designated driver or planned for a safe ride home prior to going out for the evening.

Guelph Police would like to remind drivers that they will continue to conduct random spot checks between now and the holiday season for persons driving under the influence of alcohol. Registering breath samples over 80 mgs of alcohol per 100 mls of blood will result in an immediate 90 day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension. Convictions for impaired driving and driving with over 80 mgs will both result in a minimum of 12 month driving prohibition.

Break and enters

-On December 17, 2016, the Guelph Police went to a Gordon Street business near downtown to investigate a break and enter. The culprit(s) entered the building sometime overnight. Two vendors located inside reported a theft of meat and utensils.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst R. Maclean at 519-824-1212 at extension #7503. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.

-On December 17, 2016, the Guelph Police went to a Henderson Drive residence to investigate a break and enter. The culprit(s) entered the garage sometime overnight, December 15. A theft of two sets of men’s golf clubs is reported

Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst M. O’Connell at 519-824-1212 at extension #7126. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.

-On December 16, 2016, the Guelph Police went to a Davis Street residence to investigate a break and enter. The culprit(s) entered the garage sometime overnight and stole a bicycle.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst M. Nixon at 519-824-1212 at extension #7028. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.

A safe community starts with a safe home. Protect yourself and your family with these home safety tips from Guelph Police investigative support services. You can also check out recent break and enter locations by going to our crime mapping page.

Trailer stolen

On December 18, 2016, the Guelph Police went to a Farley Drive residence to investigate a theft. Sometime overnight a utility trailer and items stored on it were stolen.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst M. Braga at 519-824-1212 at extension #7144. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.

Property damage – arrest

On December 17, 2016 at 2:40 p.m., the Guelph Police went to a community building on Gordon Street for the report of property damage. It is alleged that a male became upset when he exited the building and the door locked behind him. He smashed the window to the door and then left the area. The male, who was known to employees, was located a short time later and arrested.

Miklos Nagy, 44 years of Guelph has been charged with mischief under $5,000 and breach of probation. He will appear in court on February 10, 2017.

Property damage at Police Station- arrest

On December 17, 2016 at 4:35 p.m., a male attended to the front of the Guelph Police headquarters. On finding the front doors temporarily locked, he became upset and smashed the glass on one of the front doors. He was arrested.

Lucas Jacobs, 55 years of Guelph has been charged with mischief under $5,000 and breach of probation. He will appear in court on February 7, 2017.

Impaired driver arrested

On December 16, 2016, the Guelph Police received a report of a possible impaired driver on Victoria Road North. At 5:30 p.m., the Guelph Police observed the male driving the vehicle and a traffic stop was conducted on Victoria Road. Police spoke with the male driver, determined him to be impaired by alcohol and he was arrested.

Ian MacMillan, 77 years of Guelph has been charged with impaired driving and drive over 80mg. He also received two charges under the Highway Traffic Act and one charge under the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act. He will appear in court on January 13, 2017.

Impaired driver arrested

On December 18, 2016 at 2:06 a.m., the Guelph Police conducted a traffic stop with a motor vehicle in the area of Gordon Street and College Avenue. The male driver was spoken too, determined to be impaired by alcohol and was arrested.

Kevin Rowe, 38 years of Toronto has been charged with impaired driving and drive over 80mg. He will appear in court on January 27, 2016.

Theft from cars

Over the weekend the Guelph Police received twelve reports from Guelph residents about thefts from their cars. The locations were Edinburgh Road North, Woodland Glen Drive, Philip Avenue, Pacific Place, Preston Street, Norton Drive, Swift Crescent, Fletcher Court, two on Brentwood Drive and two on Thompson Drive.

This crime is easily avoided by locking your cars, keeping valuables out of sight or removed from your vehicle and parked in a well-lit and visible area where possible. If you do fall victim to this crime, please report using the Guelph Police CopLogic online reporting system. You can find this on the Guelph Police website under Online Reporting. You can also check out recent theft from car locations by going to our crime mapping page.

Motor vehicle collisions

Over the weekend the Guelph Police responded to 21 motor vehicle collisions on city roadways.

The Guelph Police Service wants to remind all drivers that wet, cold and snowy roads have an impact on how you should drive, especially with respect to your speed. Please do not drive over the posted limits and allow for more time to reach your destinations, give yourself a greater following distance with other cars to allow yourselves to stop safely and invest in winter-rated tires that have been shown to reduce stopping distances and provide more traction in winter conditions.

We all have apart to play with the safety on our roads and it starts with recognizing the driving habits need to change with the season as well as being patient and respectful of other drivers.

Cops and Kids Annual Christmas campaign

Members of the Guelph Police Service gave generously this Christmas Season!

The Guelph Police Service continues to rise to the challenge in assisting those children less fortunate in Guelph to have a Merry Christmas.

The Cops and Kids Annual Christmas campaign began in 2004 at which time they partnered with the Guelph Children’s Foundation. Throughout the last 12 years members of the Service have assisted over 300 children and their families in the Guelph community.

Funds are raised through various internal initiatives that take place throughout the organization, such as challenges, bake sales and auctions. The Guelph Police Services Board, Senior Police Association, the Guelph Police Association and our members continue to give generously to assist the committee in reaching their goals.

During this year’s campaign the Service will assist nine families and 27 children in having a memorable and enjoyable Christmas.

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