The Cornwall Community Police Service is mourning the loss of a former Cornwall Police Officer. Cst. Mike Robillard was employed with Cornwall for almost five years when he went to the Ottawa Police Service. On November 17th, 2013 Cst. Robillard died as a result of a fatal traffic accident while on his way to work. Cornwall Chief of police Daniel Parkinson stated “Mike will be sorely missed by anyone who had the pleasure of working with him. His positive personal and work demeanor left an impression on many of us”. The Cornwall Community Police are extending condolences to Cst. Robillard’s family and friends.
Ontario Provincial Police News Portal [STORMONT DUNDAS and GLENGARRY] Charges Laid / Domestic Incident / Breached Conditions / Break and Enter / Racing Law Infractions 2013-11-18
(South Stormont) – On 16Nov13, at approximately 01:30am, SD&G OPP officers had occasion to conduct a traffic stop on Vincent Massey Drive, South Stormont Township.
The stop revealed that the 38yr old male driver (Anthony RYAN of Cornwall, On) was operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol.
He was arrested and faces charges of:
– Driving While Ability Impaired
– Driving with More than 80 mgs. of Alcohol in Blood
He is scheduled to appear 03Dec13 in Cornwall court.
(South Stormont) – On 17Nov13, at approximately 03:45am, SD&G OPP officers had occasion to conduct a traffic stop on Highway 401 South Stormont Township.
The stop revealed that the 25yr old male driver (Steve LACERTE of Longueuil, QC) was operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol.
He was arrested and faces charges of:
– Driving While Ability Impaired
– Driving with More than 80 mgs. Of Alcohol in Blood
He is scheduled to appear 24Dec13 in Cornwall court.
DOMESTIC INCIDENT
(South Glengarry) – On 15Nov13, at approximately 4:00pm, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a domestic incident on Cedar Grove Road, South Glengarry Township.
The investigation revealed that a male attended his ex-wife’s residence and the two became involved in a verbal altercation. Further investigation revealed that the female disclosed a historical assault.
The 39yr old male was arrested and faces charges of:
– Sexual Assault
– Mischief Under $ 5,000
He is scheduled to appear 10Dec13 in Cornwall court.
BREACHED CONDITIONS
(South Glengarry) – On 17Nov13, at approximately 10:00am, SD&G OPP officers had occasion to conduct a traffic stop on County Road 34, South Glengarry Township.
The stop revealed that the 35yr old male driver was breaching his earlier release conditions.
He was arrested and faces a charge of:
– Fail to Comply with Conditions of Undertaking Given by Officer in Charge
He is scheduled to appear 03Dec13 in Cornwall court.
BREAK AND ENTER
(North Dundas) – On 15Nov13, at approximately 08:30am, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a break and enter on Main St. Winchester, On.
The investigation revealed that sometime overnight unknown suspect(s) entered a local business and removed an undisclosed amount of cash.
The investigation is ongoing.
RACING LAW INFRACTIONS
– 16Nov13 (6:30pm), SD&G OP officer stops a westbound Honda on Highway 401, South Glengarry….158km/h (posted 100km/h zone).
17Nov13 (4:00pm), SD&G OPP officer stops an eastbound Volkswagen on Highway 401, South Glengarry….159km/h (posted 100km/h zone).
Toronto Police Service
Homicide #52/2013, Gaethan Kitadi, 20, Media advisory, Monday, November 18, 2013, 1 p.m., Police headquarters, media gallery, News conference
Monday, November 18, 2013 – 11:21 AM
55 Division
416-808-7400
On Monday, November 18, 2013, at 1 p.m., in the media gallery at police headquarters, Detective Sergeant Justin Vander Heyden will update the media on the investigation into Homicide #52/2013, and release video of the suspect and Persons of Interest.
Gaethan Kitadi’s family will be present.
The conference will be broadcast on Bell TOC and livestreamed to YouTube.com/TorontoPolice.
On Friday, November 15, 2013 at 2:40 p.m., police responded to a personal injury collision at St. Clair Avenue West at Deer Park Crescent.
It is reported that:
– an 81-year-old woman was attempting to cross St. Clair Avenue West, from the north side to the south side, near Deer Park Crescent, mid-block
– a 26-year-old man was operating a streetcar westbound on St. Clair Avenue West
– the pedestrian was struck by the streetcar, thrown into westbound traffic, then struck by a 2013 Mercedes Benz SUV driven by a 41-year-old man
The woman was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries, where she later died.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1900, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online atwww.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
Man wanted in seven break-and-enters, Jamie Adam Simpson, 43, Photograph of man released
Monday, November 18, 2013 – 10:33 AM
53 Division
416-808-5300
The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a wanted man.
Jamie Adam Simpson, 43, of Toronto, is wanted for:
1. seven counts of Break-and-Enter Commit
2. 11 counts of Mischief Under
3. 11 counts of Theft Under
4. Possession of Burglars Tools
A photograph of Jamie Adam Simpson has been released.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online atwww.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook.
Police request assistance with personal injury collision, 2950 Lawrence Avenue East
Monday, November 18, 2013 – 10:06 AM
43 Division
416-808-1900
On Friday, November 15, 2013 at 3:40 p.m., police responded to a personal injury collision at 2950 Lawrence Avenue East.
It is reported that:
– an 83-year-old woman was driving a 1999 Toyota Corolla, attempting to exit the driveway of 3000 Lawrence Avenue East and turn on to westbound Lawrence Avenue West
– she lost control of the vehicle and mounted the curb, then accelerated, striking a concrete post and a pedestrian before coming to a stop after striking a concrete wall
The 64-year-old pedestrian was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
SIU
SIU Investigating Shooting Death in Oakville
Case Number: 13-OFD-276
Appeals Form
Mississauga (18 November, 2013) — Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) is probing the circumstances surrounding the shooting death of a 22-year-old man early this morning in Oakville.
Preliminary information indicates the following:
• At approximately 10:45 p.m. on Sunday, November 17, 2013, police received a call that led officers with the Halton Regional Police Service to attend a residence on Oak Springs Road;
• Officers found a man seated in a vehicle a few houses away from the residence. The man exited the vehicle and there was an interaction. Officers discharged their firearms and the man was struck. His death was pronounced shortly after midnight.
The SIU has assigned seven investigators and four forensic investigators to probe the circumstances of this incident.
Anyone who may have information regarding this case is asked to contact the lead investigator at 416-622-1925 or 1-800-787-8529 ext. 1925.
The SIU is an arm’s length agency that investigates reports involving police where there has been death, serious injury or allegations of sexual assault. Under the Police Services Act, the Director of the SIU must
- consider whether an officer has committed a criminal offence in connection with the incident under investigation
- depending on the evidence, lay a criminal charge against the officer if appropriate or close the file without any charges being laid
- report the results of any investigations to the Attorney General.
OPS
The Ottawa Police Service West District Investigations is asking for public assistance to identity a female suspect involved in a financial scam called “Phishing Scam”.
On October 29, 2013, the female suspect walked into two local banks, one in the 900 block of Smyth Road and the second in the 1300 block of Richmond Road where she identified herself as someone who had lost her bank card. The suspect was successful in withdrawing $10 000.00 from a victim’s bank account.
The female is described as a Caucasian female, in her early 30’s with shoulder length brown hair, wearing black toque and a black coat and was English speaking.
Anyone with information about the female suspect or these scams is asked to contact the Ottawa Police West District Investigations Detective Anh Dieu at 613-236-1222 ext. 2645 or Crime Stoppers at 613-233-8477 (TIPS) or toll free at 1-800-222-8477.
The Ottawa Police Service Robbery Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a series of south Ottawa robberies and is encouraging area residents to be vigilant.
From October 31, 2013 to date, at least eight (8) robberies have occurred in varying locations and at various times. In five of the eight robberies, a handgun was produced. In three (3) of the robberies, female victims were targeted. The suspects have been demanding and obtaining cellular phones and personal effects, such as cash and purses.
The possibility of any number of these files being linked forms part of the ongoing investigation. The following is a list of incidents under investigation from the area:
October 31 at 9:30pm Cahill Drive/Albion Road: a lone female was robbed of her bag by a lone male who was with 5-10 other males who lingered in the periphery.
- October 31 at 8:40pm Margrave Avenue/Zaidan Drive: a male victim and two friends walked by a group of males and as they passed, two of the males approached. One of the suspects produced a handgun as the second searched the victim. A cellular phone and candy were taken.
- October 31 at 10:30pm 100 block of Celtic Court: a lone male was circled by a group of males and a demand was made for the victim’s phone. The victim was able to run but was caught, assaulted, and had his cell-phone taken.
- October 31 at 11:40pm Uplands Drive/Hunt Club Road: two female victims were waiting for a bus when three males approached. A handgun was produced by one male and a demand was made for purses and cell-phones.
- November 2 at 5:45am Bridle Path Road/Crosscut Terrace: three males were approached by three-four male suspects. One suspect produced a handgun and a demand as made for cell-phones. Cell-phones were taken.
- November 3 at 7:45pm: a 23 years old male was approached on a footpath near the Lorry Greenberg Community Centre by three suspects. One suspect restrained the victim as the second searched his person. A third suspect brandished a knife. Cell-phone demanded but nothing taken.
- November 3 at 1:55am Flannery Drive/Springland Drive: lone male victim approached by a lone male who produced handgun and demanded the victim’s cell-phone. A second male accompanied the suspect in the periphery. Cell-phone taken.
- November 13 at 7:45pm Uplands Drive/Hunt Club Road: female victim waiting at a bus stop when approached by a lone male who produced a handgun. Cellular phone and purse taken.
To date there have been no injuries stemming from any of these incidents.
Descriptions have been limited and have varied but suspects are generally described as being black males ranging in ages from 16-22 year old.
In the October 31 incident at Uplands Drive/Hunt Club Road, one suspect was described as being a Caucasian male. In the first October 31 incident, the male was seen to be wearing two large diamond stud earrings.
The Ottawa Police Service has safety tips posted at the following site:
The Ottawa Police Robbery Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in furthering these investigations. Anyone with any information with respect to any of these robberies, or any other robbery, is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Robbery Unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 5116 or Crime Stoppers at 613-233-8477 (TIPS) or toll free at 1-800-222-8477.
