(HAWKESBURY, ON) – On Thursday evening December 10th, shortly after 8:30pm, Hawkesbury OPP Constable Luc Dénommée was conducting a RIDE initiative on McGill Street at Mill Entrance in Hawkesbury, when a blue 2006 Hyundai Accent stopped at the checkpoint.
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, Jean BOURGEOIS (45 yrs) of Vankleek Hill, was arrested and 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 December 23rd, 2015 in L’Orignal.
THEFT OF COPPER IN CHAMPLAIN
(CHAMPLAIN, ON) – The Hawkesbury OPP is investigating a theft of copper wire that occurred sometime between December 09th and December 13th at a property on Main Street West in Vankleek Hill.
Someone trespassed on the property and stole 150 feet of hydro copper wire still on a spool.
The matter is being investigated.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Sergeant Adrien Joly at the Hawkesbury OPP at 613-632-2729 or 1-888-310-1122.
BREAK AND ENTER
(NATION, ON) – On December 11th, the Hawkesbury OPP was called to investigate a break-in to a backyard shed at a Gareau Crescent property in St-Isidore.
The investigation revealed that someone entered the shed by breaking in through the door. The following items valued at approximately $9,225 were stolen;
– Set of four 20 inch summer tires mounted on chrome rims for Dodge Ram 1500 pick-up truck
– Set of four 17 inch summer tires mounted on black rims for Jeep Renegade
– Set of four 15 inch summer tires mounted on black steel rims for Mazda 2
– Black leather box cover for pick-up truck
– Simoniz gas pressure washer, 7.5 horsepower , red in colour
– Echo weed eater trimmer, commercial grade, orange/white in colour
– Stihl chainsaw, orange/white in colour
The matter is still under investigation.
If you have information about this matter, please contact Constable Jean-Michel Maceus at the Hawkesbury O.P.P. Detachment at 613-632-2729 or 1-888-310-1122.
ARREST DURING EXECUTION OF WARRANT
(HAWKESBURY, ON) – On December 11th, 2015, members of the Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau – Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) – Hawkesbury Community Drug Action Team and Emergency Response Team (ERT) executed a Search Warrant in the town of Hawkesbury, resulting in the seizure of methamphetamine tablets and contraband cigarettes.
Paulette PLOUFFE (47 yrs) of Hawkesbury was arrested and charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following:
– 5(2) Possession of a Schedule I (methamphetamines tablets) substance for the purpose of trafficking
She was also charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with the following offence:
– 121.1 Trafficking in contraband tobacco
The accused will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, L’Orignal, on February 3rd 2015.
THEFT OF BOAT AND TRAILER
(ALFRED-PLANTAGENET, ON) – The Hawkesbury OPP needs your help in solving a theft of a 16 foot boat, motor and trailer that occurred sometime overnight on December 12 and December 13 at a residence on Lajoie Street in Lefaivre.
A 2014 black Glide trailer with a black 2014 Legend Prosport 16 foot boat was stolen from the victim’s property in Lefaivre. The boat was equipped with a 2014 Mercury outboard motor.
Anyone with information about this matter is asked to contact Constable Mathieu Desjardins at the Hawkesbury OPP at 613-632-2729 or 1-888-310-1122. (See attached photo of stolen items).
LOCK IT OR LOSE IT
(HAWKESBURY, ON) – The Hawkesbury OPP is encouraging residents to follow tips from the Lock it or Lose it initiative to help prevent thefts of motor vehicles and thefts from motor vehicles:
-Always roll up your vehicle’s windows, lock the doors and pocket the key
-Never leave your vehicle unattended while its running
-If you have a garage, use it. Lock the vehicle and the garage doors
-Never leave your vehicle keys in plain view or easily accessible
-Always park in a busy, well-lit area
-Never leave valuable objects or packages in plain view
With the Christmas shopping, thieves are walking the streets and parking lots looking for opportunities. Over the years, officers have noticed that thieves will try out car doors and will eventually pass to the next car if the doors are locked. They are looking for a quick easy grab. Minimise the opportunities and you will reduce the risk of becoming a victim.
The Hawkesbury Auxiliary OPP officers recently carried out Crime Prevention Initiatives, inspecting vehicles in parking lots and visiting several businesses, handing out information leaflets to business owners and customers on how to protect your home and vehicle.
Locking up should be applied to your home and property. You work hard to earn your money, so work hard to protect your purchases…Safeguard Ontario and Lock it or Lose it.
BEWARE OF PHONE AND INTERNET FRAUDSTERS
(HAWKESBURY, ON) – Hawkesbury Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) assisted with some fraud calls during the past weeks. OPP is asking members of the public to be aware of the following fraudulent activities related to individuals claiming they are calling from Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) or from Microsoft.
Fraudsters are calling homeowners indicating that a criminal investigation was conducted and legal actions will be initiated on delinquent taxes owed to the government. The fraudsters represent themselves as an agent of the CRA attempting to get residents to send them money and gain valuable personal information in the process.
Scammers are also calling or sending emails claiming they work for Microsoft, advising victims that their computer contains a virus. If you fall for it and remote access to your computer is granted, scammers can then access any personal information stored on your computer.
These criminals are looking for your personal information in hopes of defrauding you.
What You Can Do To Protect Yourself From Being A Victim Of Fraud or Identity Theft:
Guard Your Personal Information
Never give personal information by phone, Internet or mail unless you initiate the contact
Shield your debit card PIN and never lend your cards
Report missing credit or debit cards
Shred documents with personal information
Your SIN should only be used for employment and tax information
Guard Your Computer and its Information
Select complex passwords combining letters, numbers and symbols
Install firewall, anti-virus, anti-spyware and security software – update often
Don’t buy and don’t reply to spam or emails that ask for banking information
If you suspect you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud, contact or report it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Call Centre. Reports can be filed easily online through www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca or by phone at 1-888-495-8501.
More information on fraud and crime prevention is also available on the Crime prevention section of the OPP website at www.opp.ca.
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.
