Police briefs
(DRYDEN, ON) – On May 5, 2021 at approximately 6:38 am officers from the Dryden Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) with the assistance of the Machin Volunteer Fire Department and Northwest Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a motor vehicle collision on Highway 17, Mutrie Township (west of Dryden).
The investigation revealed two commercial motor vehicles collided, blocking Highway 17. No injuries were sustained as a result of the collision.
As a result of the investigation a 27 year old Winnipeg man has been charged with Unsafe Move Lane or Shoulder.
Members of the public are encouraged to contact police at 1-888-310-1122 when they observe a dangerous driver.
SERIOUS ASSAULT
(MISHKEEGOGAMANG FIRST NATION, ON) – A 32-year old has been charged after a serious assault on the Mishkeegogamang First Nation.
Shortly after 7:00 a.m. on May 1, 2021, the Nishnawbe-Aski Police Service (NAPS) responded to an assault at a Henry Street residence, requesting assistance from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). The victim was air-lifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
As a result of the investigation, a 32 year old man of Mishkeegogamang First Nation has been arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault, contrary to section 268 of the Criminal Code. The accused has been remanded into custody until his next court date.
The investigation is ongoing with the collaboration of NAPS, the OPP’s Northwest Region Crime Unit and Forensic Identification Services (FIS), under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB).
Members of the public with information regarding this incident are asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or can provide information anonymously by calling Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477Online information can be provided at ontariocrimestoppers.ca
BREAK AND ENTERS
(ATIKOKAN, ON) – Members of the Atikokan Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have investigated several break and enters that occurred between 22 – 24 April 2021. As a result of police investigation, a 32 year old Atikokan man has been arrested and charged with numerous criminal offences.
The first occurrence took place on April 22 when the accused attempted a break into a garage located on Maple Crescent in Atikokan. He failed to gain entry to the building, however, he damaged a window screen in the process and stole a gas can from the property.
The second occurrence took place on April 22 when an Atikokan resident caught the accused inside his unlocked residential porch. He was found stealing grow light bulbs and a ballast.
The third occurrence took place on April 24 when three Atikokan residents caught the accused stealing a bicycle in the area of the Atikokan Post Office. When the three residents confronted the accused, he responded by brandishing a knife and brass knuckles while threatening them with violence.
As a result, the man is now charged with: Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose; Robbery with violence; Unauthorized Possession of Weapon x 2; Possession Break In Instruments; Failure to Comply with Release Order – Other Than to Attend Court; Mischief under $5000.00; Theft under $5000.00; Break enter and commit indictable offence; Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000; Uttering threats. The accused remains in custody.
BORDER CROSSING
(KENORA, ON) Members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) want to remind people coming into Ontario that they will not be allowed to cross if the reason they are traveling is non-essential.
The Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act was put in place to help protect the citizens of Ontario. If the rules are not being followed Police have the ability to impose penalties.
The exceptions in order to travel are, work, medical care, transportation of goods, education, child care and the exercising of Treaty rights for Indigenous persons.
People attending their cottages for leisure will be turned away.
MOTORCYCLE SAFETY
(ORILLIA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has already responded to four (4) fatal motorcycle collisions this year and is urging riders and other motorists to avoid contributing to a repeat of last year’s tragic motorcycle season.
Last year marked one of the worst riding seasons in more than 10 years, with 42 motorcyclists killed on OPP-patrolled roads. There were 27 fatalities in 2019.
OPP collision investigators pointed to excessive speed and failing to yield right-of-way as lead contributing factors in the deaths. Two of this season’s motorcycle fatalities are also linked to excessive speed.
In 2020, 37 of the 42 fatal motorcycle crashes investigated by the OPP involved no other vehicles.
Almost half (20) of last year’s 42 motorcycle fatalities involved riders aged 55-74 years.
“Aggressive and careless driving have no place on our roads, especially where motorcycles are involved. The OPP urges motorcyclists and other drivers to share the road safely and be alert. Motorcyclists are reminded to always ride responsibly, sober and drug-free, and to make themselves visible to other motorists. May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Please help make it a safe riding season.”
DRUG CHARGES
(DRYDEN, ON) – On Sunday April 25, 2021 members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Government Street, City of Dryden in relation to a Highway Traffic Act offence.
As a result of the traffic stop, police located and seized a quantity of drugs and a prohibited weapon.
A 26 years old Brampton man and a 35 years old Waterloo man have been charged with: Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a weapon; Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Heroin.
Both of the accused were released on an Appearance Notice to attend the Ontario Court of Justice- Dryden on June 14, 2021 to answer to the above charges.
If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or report online through ontariocrimestoppers.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
AUXILLIARY POLICE
(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – The Sioux Lookout Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) cluster is currently recruiting volunteers to be part of their local Auxiliary Policing Program.
The OPP is looking for twelve members in total, seven to operate in Sioux Lookout, two in Pickle Lake, two in North Caribou Lake First Nation, and one in Wapekeka First Nation.
The Auxiliary Policing Program is a group of unpaid volunteers who work part-time alongside frontline OPP officers to ensure safety and well-being for the Province of Ontario. OPP Auxiliary members are provided appropriate training in order to assist with emergency situations, crime prevention initiatives, and community-based special events.
Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old, and be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Additional requirements include having a Secondary School Diploma, Class G driver’s license, First Aid and CPR training, and be able to pass background screening.
Volunteering part-time with the Auxiliary Program is a great way to make a difference in your community. Applications are encouraged from anyone committed to promoting public safety, including members of our diverse communities.
Please contact your local OPP detachment or OPP.AuxiliaryProgram@opp.ca for additional information about these positions. Visit our website at www.OPP.ca to apply for this or other employment and volunteer opportunities with the OPP.
