Renfrew OPP Weekly News

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated 175 calls for service during the past week, including family disputes, a break, enter and theft and motor vehicle collisions.

Break, Enter and Theft

A family home in Admaston Bromley Township was broken into on Christmas Eve while the family was attending mass. The home near Stone Road and the Village of Douglas was entered between 7pm and 10pm. A window was forced open and personal property, identification, and a 60 inch TV was stolen from the home. Also stolen were Christmas gifts, jewelry and a guitar. Physical evidence was collected by police at the scene. Please call the OPP or Crime Stoppers if you have information relating to this theft.

Domestic Disputes

Renfrew and Arnprior OPP officers investigated six domestic disputes during the past week. One female was charged with assault and one male was charged with failing to comply with an undertaking and criminal harassment. No other criminal offences occurred.

RIDE Spot Checks

Officers will continue to conduct random RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) spot checks during the festive season when drinking is perhaps more common. Make the smart decision and plan ahead when you will be drinking. Take a cab home, call a friend to pick you up, stay overnight or designate a sober driver before the party starts. Driving in Ontario is a privilege that comes with some responsibility, including driving sober. Please drive sober and ensure all road users have a safe and happy New Year.

Weapons Call Investigation

OPP officers responded to a report of two males chasing a victim with one suspect brandishing a gun at the Westwinds restaurant in Cobden on Thursday December 22 shortly after 10am. Officers attended and detained 4 individuals while they investigated and searched for weapons. No weapons were recovered, and all parties were released without charges after the investigation showed the complainant was dealing with medical issues.

Crime Stoppers

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 criminal offence that results in charges being laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000.00. Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at (613) 735-8477 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 them at www.valleytips.ca

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