(PEMBROKE, ON) During the week of the 11th of May to the 17th of May members of the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP Detachment investigated 327 incidents including mischiefs, domestic disputes, and motor vehicle collisions.
Motor Vehicle Collisions
During the week of the 11th of May to the 17th of May members of the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP Detachment investigated 13 motor vehicle collisions. All 13 collisions were property damage collisions with no injuries reported.
RIDE
During the week of the 11th of May to the 17th of May members of the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP Detachment conducted 51 RIDE programs. The OPP is reminding drivers that any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair one’s ability to drive. If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi, stay overnight or use public transit.
Impaired/Over 80mg
On May 15th police received a complaint of a possible impaired driver. Police located the vehicle on Pembroke St. East in the City of Pembroke and conducted a traffic stop of the vehicle. As a result Francois PETRIN, age 38, of Gatineau, Quebec was charged with impaired driving, driving with over 80mg of alcohol in his blood, breach of undertaking and two counts of breach of recognizance contrary to the Criminal Code. PETRIN was held for a bail hearing.
Mischief
On May 13th police received a report of intentional scratches made on a parked motor vehicle in the parking lot of Valour School in Town of Petawawa. The investigation is continuing.
On May 16th police responded to a report of mischief to a residence in the City of Pembroke. Sometime overnight a rock was thrown at the house causing minor damage. A suspect has been identified and the investigation is continuing.
Assault
On May 14th police responded to an altercation between two males on Pembroke St. West in the downtown core of Pembroke. The males were in a verbal confrontation which turned physical when one male assaulted the other. Andrew Neil LEWIS age 30 of Petawawa was arrested and charged with one count of assault contrary to the Criminal Code. LEWIS was released on an undertaking and a promise to appear with a court date at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on June 16th 2015.
Shoplifting
On May 16th police responded a report of shoplifting at Walmart in Laurentian Valley Township. It was reported that a female suspect selected a quantity of video games and left the store without paying for the merchandise. A female suspect has been identified and the investigation is continuing.
Theft
On May 14th police received a report of an overnight theft of three weed trimmers from an unlocked shed at a residence in Laurentian Valley Township. The makes of stolen trimmers were Home Lite, Stihl and Husqvarna. There are no suspects at this time.
Domestic Disputes
During the week of the 11th of May to the 17th of May members of the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP detachment investigated 16 domestic disputes. As a result,
· One adult male was charged with Assault contrary to the Criminal Code
· One adult female was charged with Assault contrary to the Criminal Code
· One adult male was charged with Uttering Threats contrary to the Criminal Code
· One adult female was charged with Assault contrary to the Criminal Code
Online Citizen Self Reporting
The OPP is reminding the public that people now have the option to report select occurrences to police from the convenience of a computer or mobile device. Using the Citizen Self Reporting system, specific incidents can be reported online at your convenience without attending a detachment or waiting for an officer. The system can be used to report:
Theft Under $5000
Mischief / Damage to Property Under $5000
Mischief / Damage to Vehicle Under $5000
Theft from Vehicle
Lost / Missing Property Under $5000
Stolen Licence plates or validation stickers
Driving complaints
Do not use this system if it is an emergency. If it is an emergency, call 9-1-1. Those who prefer to contact the OPP by phone can do so by calling 1-888-310-1122 to report a crime and have an officer attend. Questions about the system or to determine if your occurrence qualifies for online reporting, please visit www.opp.ca/reporting
Unfounded / Accidental 9-1-1 calls
The Upper Ottawa Valley Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment continues to receive a significant number of unfounded 9-1-1 calls. The OPP would like to remind residents of the following tips to help reduce accidental 9-1-1 calls:
Do not pre-program 9-1-1 into your home or cell phone
Store your cell phone in a protective case
Screen lock your cell phone
In the case of an accidental 9-1-1 call it is important to stay on the line and tell the call taker what happened. It is OPP policy to dispatch an officer to every 9-1-1 call with an identifiable location to ensure the safety of the person who has made the call. OPP reminds you that the toll-free number 1-888-310-1122 is available for 24/7 non-emergency calls in Ontario.
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 of these criminal offences 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 that is 735-Tips 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 us at our new website www.valleytips.ca.
The Upper Ottawa Valley OPP would like to thank the volunteers from Victim Services of Renfrew County for the support provided to victims of crimes and tragic circumstances in our communities. Services provided to victims include ensure victims receive immediate support and assistance, provide referrals to appropriate community support services, and offer practical solutions to lessen the impact of a crisis. The service is based on the concept of Neighbours helping Neighbours. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer with VCARS, please call 613-649-2852 or 1-877-568-5730 for more information.