(Ottawa)— Today, Superintendent (Retired) Robert J. Fitches, Hearing Officer overseeing the Police Services Act for Ottawa Police Sergeant Steven Desjourdy rendered a decision on penalty requiring the officer to forfeit 20 days’ pay.
On April 8, 2014, the Sergeant was found guilty of Discreditable conduct under the Police Services Act.
Sgt. Desjourdy has the right to appeal the decision, within 30 days, to the Ontario Civilian Police Commission (OCPC).
The Ottawa Police Service has no right to appeal in these matters, and as such, will accept the sentencing decision and will act upon it accordingly.
Cornwall Community Police Service
ROBBERY, CHOKING
Cornwall, ON – A 49-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on October 20th, 2014 and charged with robbery and overcoming resistance (choking). It is alleged that on October 20th, 2014 during an argument with his 38-year-old girlfriend the man struck her with an open hand, choked her then left with her purse. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On October 20th, 2014 the man met with police to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it might identify the victim in the matter.
ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON, MISCHIEF
Cornwall, ON – Marie Billette, 56 of Cornwall was arrested on October 20th, 2014 and charged with assault with a weapon and mischief. It is alleged that on October 20th, 2014 while at the hospital the woman pushed file folders causing them to strike a 51-year-old nurse. The woman also pushed a computer screen to the ground causing it to be damaged. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During their investigation the woman was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on November 27th, 2014.
BREAK AND ENTER
Cornwall, ON – The Cornwall Community Police Service is investigating two break and enters that occurred during day time hours of October 20th, 2014. The first incident occurred at a Tollgate West home while the second incident occurred at a Sixth Street West address. In both incidents entry was believed to have been gained through an unlocked window or door and once inside the suspect(s) removed electronics, cash and jewellery.
The following tips are to help reduce your chances of becoming a victim of a break-in. Break-ins are a crime of opportunity and usually motivated by drugs.
- Concentrate on doors and windows to help make your home less vulnerable. All windows and doors should be properly secured.
- Maintain normal lighting when not at home and use a timer to switch various household lights on and off.
- Use adequate outside lighting.
- Do not place keys under outdoor mats.
- Lock up ladders, garage doors should be closed and locked.
- Trim bushes to eliminate hiding areas.
- Do not leave notes, thieves will know you are away.
- Discontinue mail, newspapers delivery, when leaving for an extended period of time.
- Advise a trusted neighbor that you are going away and for how long.
- Arrange for someone to pick up any mail or newspapers left on your door step.
- Have someone come in and reposition curtains occasionally,
- Have someone complete the yard maintenance.
- Report suspicious people in your neighbourhood to police.
In general with the help of friends and trusted neighbors try to avoid the appearance that your home is deserted.
SD&G OPP
DRUGS SEIZED AT TRAFFIC STOP
(South Dundas) – On October 20, 2014 at approximately 11:32am, an SD&G OPP officer had the occasion to stop a vehicle carrying two (2) occupants on Highway 401, South Dundas Township. A check of the female passenger indicated she was wanted in the Province of Quebec from a previous incident. Further investigation resulted in the seizure of approximately 5.2 pounds of suspected marihuana and four (4) Ecstasy pills from within the vehicle, an estimated street value of $10,000. Also seized was a Conducted Energy Weapon (Taser).
Anny LESSARD (29) of Acton Vale, Quebec was arrested and is charged with;
– Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking
– Possession of a Controlled Substance (2 counts)
– Possession of a Prohibited Device for Dangerous Purpose
– Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon
Perry SMITHERS (driver – 45) of Ste-Anne Rochelle, Quebec was also arrested and is charged with;
– Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking
– Fail to Comply with a Probation Order
LESSARD was held in custody pending an appearance (bail) at the Ontario Court of Justice today (October 21, 2014) in Cornwall. SMITHERS was released and is scheduled to appear at Morrisburg court on December 2, 2014.
BREACH OF CONDITIONS
(North Dundas) – On October 18, 2014 at approximately 12:45pm, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence on Centre Street in the Village of Winchester, North Dundas Township. Investigation indicated that an adult male was under the influence of alcohol, therefore in contravention of conditions imposed from a previous incident.
James WILLIAMS (56) was arrested and is charged with;
– Fail to Comply with Probation Order (2 counts)
He was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Morrisburg on November 4, 2014.
MISCHIEF INVESTIGATIONS
(South Dundas) – On October 17, 2014 SD&G OPP received several reports of mischief incidents which occurred at properties on Park Avenue, Farlinger Avenue, Rowena Road and Ontario Street, South Dundas Township.
Investigations indicate that overnight (October 16-17, 2014), a total of four (4) vehicles and one (1) garage door were spray painted and one (1) vehicle had its tires slashed.
The investigations continue. Anyone with information is asked to call SD&G OPP.
EXCESSIVE SPEEDS
(SD&G) – Over the past weekend, SD&G OPP officers conducting speed measuring enforcement intercepted the following vehicles for traveling at excessive speeds. In all stops, the vehicle was impounded and the driver’s permit seized for seven (7) days in accordance to policy.
– October 18, 2014 – 1:32am; two (2) vehicles in same stop on Highway 401, South Stormont Township, speeding 153km/h (100km/h zone). Male drivers – 29 year old from Hamilton, Ontario and 28 year old from Milton, Ontario charged accordingly.
– October 19, 2014 – 4:21am; vehicle stopped on Highway 401, South Glengarry Township, speeding 156km/h (100km/h zone). Male driver (22) from Hamilton, Ontario charged accordingly.
– October 19, 2014 – 8:26pm; vehicle stopped on Highway 401, South Glengarry Township, speeding 152km/h (100km/h zone). Male driver (data unavailable) charged accordingly.
DRUG WARRANT EXECUTED
(South Stormont) – On October 17, 2014 at approximately 8:40am, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) – Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) – Project Paradigm, with the assistance of OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) officers, executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrant at a residence on Losey Road, South Stormont Twp. This resulted in the seizure of 30 marihuana plants, three (3) pounds of marihuana bud, 15 pounds of marihuana shake, 12 grams of hashish and one (1) gram of cannabis resin. The estimated street value is $38,165. Assorted production equipment used to make cannabis resin was also seized.
Steven ADAMS (51) and Nicole ADAMS (46) of the above noted residence were arrested and each charged with;
– Possession of a Controlled Substance (2 counts)
– Production of a Controlled Substance
Nicole ADAMS was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on December 16, 2014. Steven ADAMS was held in custody pending a court appearance (bail) in Cornwall today (October 20, 2014).
Toronto Police Service
Six men wanted in Aggravated Assault on boy, York Street, south of Queen Street West, Security camera video of suspects released
Tuesday, October 21, 2014 – 11:27 AM
52 Division
416-808-5200
On Sunday, August 3, 2014, at 1:30 a.m., police received a call for an assault on York Street south of Queen Street West.
It is reported that:
– a boy,17, exited a taxi on York Street, just south of Queen Street
– he was approached by six men who punched, kicked, and stomped on the boy’s head
– the men fled on foot, westbound on Richmond Street and Queen Street West, towards University Avenue
– three of the men jumped into a taxi at University Avenue, last seen going northbound
The victim sustained severe head trauma, causing him to go into a coma.
The suspects are described as five black men and one white man between 18 and 25. To view security camera video of suspects, click here.
Investigators are appealing to the public for assistance identifying these six men. Investigators are also appealing to any witnesses who have yet to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5200, 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.
Re: Sgt Steven Desjourdy
Canadian justice has been served and Steve will work a little overtime to make up for this minor setback. As for the victim, who cares? No one. Great and fair system, we should all be very proud of ourselves. Sorry that the last six years have been hard on this mans family as a result of his “discreditable conduct”.
Just heard that legislation has been passed increasing fines for distracted drivers up to 1,000.00 dollars. Our system continues to be based on increasing revenue for offenses rather than dealing with the cause itself. We force our police system to run in constant circles rather than progressing in a straight line approach. No commonsense is evident with this recent decision to simply increase monetary penalties. Distracted drivers are now the number one risk on our roads. If the legislatures were truly serious in dealing with this current dilemma then they would have tabled a plan to temporarily remove the privilege of driving for this type of offense. For a repeat offender, as with a drunk driver, a license suspension of two years would have sent a message to the public and perhaps saved more than a few lives in the process. But that would be commonsense and which seems not to be politically correct. I would love to hear that our various police forces are not happy with increased fines being the answer to the situation on our roads. Their silence on this seems to indicate either their complacency or agreement in being used as revenue robots.
David Oldham said:
Re: Sgt Steven Desjourdy
Canadian justice has been served and Steve will work a little overtime to make up for this minor setback. As for the victim, who cares? No one. Great and fair system, we should all be very proud of ourselves. Sorry that the last six years have been hard on this mans family as a result of his “discreditable conduct”.
And they say Cornwall is the only place with weird happenings. Proof once again weird things happen in other locales besides Cornwall.
David Oldham re: distracted driving. It may seem weird, but I agree 100%. I was thinking this last night. But have the increased penalties eliminated drunk driving? Nope, but I do think it has helped. Perhaps the same type of penalties are needed for distracted drivers. A $100 fine and 3 demerit points will not deter drivers intent on driving distracted.
Agreed Hugger1. Sometimes, not every time a slap on the hand of a four year old works but after the age of reason kicks in you need to deliver the message in an alternate way.