Renfrew OPP Weekly News

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated 182 calls for service during the previous week.

Thefts from Vehicles

Vehicle owners take heed – thieves are always on the lookout for valuables left behind in unlocked vehicles. While this is generally crime officers see frequently in warmer weather, OPP officers in Arnprior have noticed these thefts are happening regularly. In the past three months officers have investigated 18 thefts from motor vehicles in the Town of Arnprior. These thefts are happening in the overnight hours, from unlocked vehicles. Stolen items include loose change, wallets, cell phones, GPS units, and sunglasses. Protect your property. If you don’t want to replace it don’t leave it unattended. Remove or secure valuables out of sight. Get in the habit of locking your vehicle every time you walk away from it. Remember Lock it or Lose it!

Domestic Disputes

OPP officers investigated six domestic disputes during the past week. One male was charged with 3 counts of assault while another male was charged with 2 counts of domestic mischief. No other criminal offences occurred.

Impaired Driver

One male is facing impaired driving charges after a two vehicle collision closed Bruce St in Renfrew Saturday February 27. Officers and paramedics responded to the head on collision at 5:20pm on Bruce St near Moore St in Renfrew. One male driver was arrested for impaired driving. There were three occupants in the other vehicle, two of which suffered minor injuries and were transported to hospital. Following breath tests at the detachment Darwin LECLAIRE 52 of Whitewater Region was charged with impaired driving and driving over 80 mgs. He was released on a promise to appear in court in Renfrew on April 20. Provincial Constable Chris Triemstra investigated.

Frauds

Numerous residents reported receiving calls from someone claiming to be with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). The caller threatens that the person will be arrested as they owe money and must send it by money transfer company or provide credit card information. This is a scam. CRA does not call taxpayers demanding money. Call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 to report this or other fraudulent calls.

One female is facing charges after fraudulent use of a credit card in Renfrew. Police investigated after a person reported their credit card was missing and had been used at several businesses in Renfrew. Following the investigation Amanda GRAHAM 31 of Renfrew was charged with 11 counts of fraud under $5,000 and 1 count of possession of stolen property. She was released on a promise to appear in court in Renfrew on April 6. Provincial Constable Patrick O’Connor investigated.

Theft

An Arien snow blower was stolen from a residence on McAndrew Ave in Renfrew. The snow blower was last seen on in the evening on Thursday February 25. The machine was orange, and physical evidence showed it was taken from a backyard and dragged out and down Tasse Ave. There are currently no suspects.

A quantity of lumber was stolen from Ontario Wide Lumber on Wednesday February 17. Sometime during the day someone entered the property and stole 1 x 4 and 1 x 6 v joint lumber. A trailer plate was also stolen from the property on Tuesday February 16. Provincial Constable Amanda Carruthers is investigating.

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 735-8477 or toll free 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 the website www.valleytips.ca.

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