BREACHES
Cornwall, ON- A 37 year old Cornwall male was arrested on the 30th of July 2012. He was bound by the provisions of a probation order with the relevant conditions to keep the peace and be of good behaviour, to have no contact with a certain individual if having consumed alcohol in the previous six hours and not to consume alcohol in the presence of a certain person. It is alleged that on the 30th of July the male had consumed alcohol with the named person and police were contacted. The male was subsequently charged with three (3) counts of breach of probation and released to appear in court on the 28th of August 2012.
SEXUAL ASSAULT
Cornwall, ON- a 49 year old Cornwall male was arrested on the 30th of July 2012. It is alleged that on the 30th of July police responded to a domestic complaint between the male and his 55 year old wife. As a result of an investigation the male was charged with three (3) counts of sexual assault and one count of overcoming resistance to commit an indictable offence. The male was held in custody to attend court the following day.
IMPAIRED
Cornwall, ON- Bernard Beland, 56 of Cornwall was arrested on the 30th of July 2012. It is alleged that on July 30th, while at Canadian customs a member of the Canadian Border Service Agency found him to be under the influence of alcohol. The male was subsequently charged with Over.80 and was turned over to a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service Patrol Division. He was later released to appear in court on the 14th of August 2012.
BREACHES
Cornwall, ON- Daniel Lacourse, 44 of Cornwall was arrested on the 27th of July 2012. He was bound by the conditions of a Recognizance with the relevant condition to keep the peace and be of good behaviour. It is alleged that on the 27th of July he attended a Water Street department store and removed property without making any attempt to pay for the merchandise. He was subsequently charged with theft under $5000 and Breach of recognizance and held in custody to appear in court later in the day.
Cornwall ON- a 16 year old Cornwall youth was arrested on the 27th of July 2012. The youth was bound by two separate youth probation orders with the relevant conditions to keep the peace and be of good behaviour, and not to associate with certain individuals. It is alleged that on the 27th of July the youth was observed by a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service Patrol Division with the named individual. The youth was subsequently charged with four (4) counts of breach of Probation and released to appear in court on the 23rd of August. Due to provisions in the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the name of the youth is not being released.
Cornwall, ON- A 16 year old Cornwall youth was arrested on the 27th of July 2012. The youth was bound by two separate youth probation orders with the relevant conditions to keep the peace and be of good behaviour, and not to associate with certain individuals. It is alleged that on the 27th of July the youth was observed by a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service Patrol Division with the named individual. The youth was subsequently charged with three (3) counts of breach of Probation and released to appear in court on the 23rd of August. Due to provisions in the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the name of the youth is not being released.
Cornwall, ON- Ernesto Mesa, 35 of Carlsbad Springs, ON. was arrested on the 27th of July 2012. He was bound by the provisions of a recognizance with the relevant condition to keep the peace and be of good behavior. He was further bound by the provisions of a second recognizance with the relevant condition to not attend the city of Cornwall. It is alleged that he was observed by members of the Cornwall Community Police Service Patrol Division in the City of Cornwall on the 27th of July. The male was subsequently charged with two (2) counts of breach of Recognizance and held in custody to appear in court on the 30th of July 2012.
Cornwall, ON- a 29 year old Cornwall male was arrested on the 29th of July 2012. He was bound by the provisions of a Recognizance with the relevant condition to have no contact with a certain individual. It is alleged that on the 29th of July the male was observed by police with the named individual. He was subsequently charged with breach of Recognizance and released to appear in court on the 13th of September 2012. The name of the male is not being released at it may identify the victim in the original incident.
Cornwall, ON- Robert Lake, 54 of Antigonish Nova Scotia, was arrested on the 29th of July 2012. He was bound by the provisions of Undertaking with the condition to not leave the province of Nova Scotia. It is alleged that on the 29th of July he was stopped by police driving a vehicle with no rear plate. He was subsequently charged with Breach of Undertaking and held in custody to attend court the following day.
Cornwall, ON- Calvin Ceasor, 24 of Cornwall was arrested on the 28th of July 2012. He was bound by the provisions of a probation order and an undertaking, both with the relevant condition to keep the peace and be of good behaviour. It is alleged that on the 19th of July 2012 he attended a Ninth Street store and removed property without making any attempts to pay for the merchandise. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. The male was subsequently charged with Theft under $5000, breach of Probation and breach of Undertaking and released to appear in court on the 28th of August 2012.
Cornwall, ON- a 17 year old Cornwall youth was arrested on the 28th of July 2012. She was bound by the provisions of a probation order with the relevant condition to have no contact with a certain individual. It is alleged that on the 23rd of July she was observed in a Cornwall restaurant sitting with the named individual. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. The youth was subsequently charged with Breach of Probation and released to appear in court on the 6th of September 2012. Due to provisions in the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the name of the youth will not be released.
Cornwall, ON- a 17 year old Cornwall youth was arrested on the 29th of July 2012. He was bound by the provisions of an Undertaking with the relevant conditions to keep the peace and be of good behaviour and to abide by a curfew. He was further bound by the conditions of a Probation order with the relevant conditions to keep the peace and be of good behavior, abide by a curfew and abstain from having any contact with anyone having a criminal record. It is alleged that on the 29th of July at approximately 245 a.m., police observed the young person in the company of a youth known to police to have a criminal record. The youth was charged with two (2) counts of Breach of Probation and Three (3) counts of breach of Undertaking and held in custody to appear in court the following day. The name of the young person is not being released due to provisions in the Youth Criminal justice Act.
AUGUST TRAFFIC ACTION PLAN
Cornwall, ON- The Cornwall Community Police Service’s Traffic Action Plan for the month of August will consist of targeted enforcement on Distracted Driving. Police Officers will target Drivers of motor vehicles that are found to be Distracted while Driving within the City of Cornwall.
What’s with Distracted Driving
Many drivers tend to view driving, especially in familiar environments, as a simple everyday task that requires minimal attention. But collisions often occur when unexpected situations happen in familiar environments. Distracted driving is engaging in any activity other than driving while operating a motor vehicle.
Potential distractions include:
Using handheld devices
selecting music
talking to passengers
using GPS
reading maps, ads, etc.
fixing hair, putting on make-up or jewellery
eating or drinking
making lists
tending to children or pets
staring at pedestrians, collisions, etc.
daydreaming or thinking about something stressful
reaching for items in bag, glove box, pockets or from behind seats
A recent study shows that when drivers take their eyes off the road for more than 2 seconds their crash risk doubles.
Here’s the law
In Ontario, It is illegal for drivers to talk, text, type, dial, or email using hand-held cell phones and other hand-held communications and entertainment devices.
All drivers may use hand-held devices to call 9-1-1
If you need to use your cell phone in an emergency — a situation that could result in a danger to your safety or the safety of others if it is not corrected without delay —
consider the following tips:
Pull over safely if conditions allow.
Keep emergency calls as brief as possible.
Alert the caller that you are on the road.
End conversations immediately if driving conditions or situations become hazardous (for example, bad weather, roadway construction, high-speed or high-volume traffic).
Be alert to situations on the road where a cell phone’s radio frequency and electronics may be potentially harmful such as: construction zones where blasting is occurring, or at gas stations/fuelling
areas.
A driver who uses a cell phone is 4 times more likely to be in a crash than drivers who are focused on the road.
Drivers who endanger others because of any distraction may also be charged with careless driving and on conviction, will automatically receive six demerit points, fines of up to $2,000 and/or a jail term of six months. In some cases, your licence may be suspended for up to two years. You may even be charged with dangerous driving (a criminal offence).
Want More Info?
Check out:
Ministry of Transportation: www.ontario.ca/eyesontheroad
Transport Canada: www.gc.tc.ca
Order Resources:
Eyes on the road, hands on the wheel – information card
Smart Drivers Just Driver – brochure
Order from: Publications Ontario
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BUSY MONTH FOR THE REGIONAL TASK FORCE
On the evening hours of June 14th, 2012, while on patrol on the St. Lawrence River, South Glengarry, Ontario, Cornwall Regional Task Force (CRTF) members observed a vessel heading eastbound in the main shipping channel. Upon detection of police presence, the suspect vessel hid on the eastern side of Butternut Island. In an unsuccessful attempt to flee police when CRTF members approached, the suspect vessel sustained motor damage. Vessel occupants, Jason KING (age 47) and Alexander THOMPSON (age 24), both from Hogansburg, NY, were arrested and transported to RCMP Detachment for processing. KING and THOMPSON were charged with being in possession of contraband cigarettes and failing to comply with their respective undertakings. Seized during this incident were: 21′ Orca fiberglass vessel with an Evinrude 200 hp motor, and 50 cases of contraband cigarettes.
In the early morning hours of June 17th, 2012, CRTF members noted a suspicious vehicle travelling north on McConnell Avenue in the Cornwall’s north end. Members followed this vehicle to a self-storage facility on McConnell Avenue. Upon closer examination, members observed a male and a female standing beside an open storage locker. Members on scene were able to observe in plain view a large amount of clothing in the couple’s possession. After an initial investigation, the male, 52, and a female, 48, both from Cornwall, Ontario, were arrested for possible Copyright Act infringement and transported to Cornwall RCMP Detachment for processing. Thousands of articles of clothing bearing brand names such as Harley-Davidson, Hurley, Billabong, Element, Adidas, to name a few, was seized during this incident. Police believe the clothing to be counterfeit property. As this investigation is ongoing, no charges have yet been filed.
On June 17th, 2012, at approximately 4:00 pm, CRTF members were called to Cornwall’s Port of Entry (POE), where CBSA members had arrested Skyler CROUSE (age 23), from Fort Covington, NY, for possession of unstamped tobacco products. A search of the CROUSE’s vehicle resulted in 200 cartons of contraband cigarettes being seized. He was turned over to CRTF members for processing and charged for being in possession of contraband cigarettes. The conveyance along with the contraband product was seized during this investigation.
In the early morning hours of June 25th, 2012, while conducting surveillance in the Lancaster, Ontario area for possible smuggling activities, CRTF members observed an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) towing an enclosed cargo trailer travelling eastbound on the old Raisin River Campground Road. This ATV, which was accompanied by a second ATV, was travelling at a high rate of speed without lights. CRTF members assisted by the Lancaster OPP setup a check point at the intersection of Fraser Road and old Raisin River Campground Road to intercept the ATVs upon their return westbound. A short time later, the ATV towing the cargo trailer was observed travelling westbound approaching Fraser Road followed by the second ATV not far behind. The members activated their emergency lights of their marked police in order to intercept the suspects.
The driver of the first ATV accelerated towards members standing near their police vehicles and struck a fully marked police vehicle head on, sustaining extensive damage. The driver fled the scene entering the wooded area but was located shortly thereafter by a RCMP canine. The driver was identified as Jonathan JASPER (age 21), from Williamstown, Ontario. The driver of the second ATV was not apprehended however the ATV he was driving was recovered a short distance away from the incident. Police checks conducted on both ATVs revealed that they had been reported stolen by their rightful owners. JASPER was arrested and charged for the possession of unstamped tobacco, possession of property obtained by crime, assault police officer and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. He was released from police custody on a Promise to Appear. A total of 80 cases of contraband cigarettes, along with a Wells Cargo utility trailer, were seized. The 2006 Polaris Sportsman 450 and the John Deere Gator were seized but will be turned over to the appropriate insurance company.
On July 2nd, 2012, at approximately 2:30 pm, CRTF members were once again called upon by CBSA officers at Cornwall’s Port of Entry. CBSA officers had arrested driver, Kelsey JACKSON (aged 24) and passenger, Samantha SKIDDERS (age 24), both from Akwesasne, Ontario, for possession of unstamped tobacco products. A search of their vehicle resulted in 300 cartons of contraband cigarettes being seized. JACKSON and SKIDDERS were turned over to CRTF members for processing and were charged with being in possession of contraband cigarettes. The conveyance, a 2007 Chevrolet Impala, and contraband product were seized during this collaborative enforcement effort.
On July 5th, 2012 at approximately 9:00 pm, CRTF members were conducting surveillance near the St-Lawrence Canal in Cornwall and observed four individuals in a canoe paddling to the bike path on the south side of the canal. Members allowed the suspects to make four trips across before moving in. As the CRTF members converged on scene and announced their presence, all subjects fled the scene in different directions. Three of the culprits, later identified as Richard CHARLEBOIS (age 51), Jonathan CHARLEBOIS (age 24) and Calynda PARENT (age 20) all from Cornwall, Ontario, were apprehended and arrested. All three were brought to Cornwall RCMP Detachment where they were processed and released on a Promise to Appear and undertaking to appear in court at a later date. On July 12th, 2012, the fourth member of this group, Jonathan LADOUCEUR (age 19), from Cornwall, Ontario, was also arrested for his involvement in this matter after attending RCMP Detachment to retrieve his Blackberry which was found and seized at the scene on July 5th, 2012. All four individuals have been charged for being in possession of contraband tobacco products. A canoe and forty-one (41) cases of contraband cigarettes were seized.
On July 11th, 2012, while walking a dog on the grounds of the NAV Centre, a concerned citizen contacted the Cornwall Community Police Service to report the presence of seven hockey bags full of contraband cigarettes. CRTF members were dispatched to the area for further investigation. In total, twenty cases were seized.
Later that day, while scouring the shoreline in the Bainsville, Ontario, area, CRTF members located two pickup trucks loaded with fine cut tobacco at a shoreline property. The pickup trucks (2003 Silverado and 1993 Chevrolet) along with approximately 700 kilograms of fine cut tobacco were seized.
On July 12th, 2012, at approximately 11:00 pm, as a result of surveillance along the shores of the St. Lawrence River, in the Summerstown, Ontario area, CRTF members observed suspicious activity. As members approached the site a male, later identified as Timothy MCCORMICK (age 31) from Cornwall, Ontario, attempted to flee the scene but was quickly apprehended by police. MCCORMICK was transported to the RCMP Detachment for processing. As a result of this incident, MCCORMICK has been charged with being in possession of eleven (11) cases of contraband cigarettes, breaching his Probation Order and breaching his Recognizance. He was held in custody pending his bail hearing.
On July 13th, 2012, CRTF members set up surveillance in the Summerstown area and observed a suspicious pickup truck. They observed the front male passenger exit the vehicle and surreptitiously walk up to a camping trailer and remove what appeared to be five boxes of contraband from it. The noted male was able to place one of the cases into the truck before a light set off by a motion sensor spooked them. The truck departed the area and was stopped by CRTF members a short distance from the residence. Members confirmed that the occupants had in their possession one case of contraband cigarettes, and placed the driver, identified as Lawrence COMPEAU (age 39) and the passenger, John BREYER (age 25), both from Cornwall, Ontario, under arrest for being in possession of the contraband product. COMPEAU and BREYER were transported to the RCMP Detachment where they were processed, charged with being in possession of contraband cigarettes and later released from custody.
Later that day, based on this occurrence and this seizure, members executed a search warrant at the noted property. While executing the search warrant, two males, identified as Michael MORENCY (age 23) and Justin MACDONALD (age 23), both from Cornwall, Ontario were arrested and found to be in possession of twenty cases of contraband tobacco product along with $12,100 in Canadian currency. They were both escorted to the RCMP Detachment for processing and later released from custody by way of a Promise to Appear. Chantal BRETON (age 47) from South Glengarry area has also been charged in connection with this incident.
On July 17th, 2012, while the SD&G OPP were conducting a R.I.D.E. program on Boundary Road, north of Highway 401, they observed a van parked on the overpass. An OPP officer approached the van for further investigation and found it to be unoccupied. The OPP Sergeant on duty dispatched other Units to the area and with the help of a passing motorist, located a suspicious male in the Glendale Subdivision. This individual was detained and escorted back to the scene. CRTF members arrived at the location and confirmed the contraband, and arrested the male, identified as Adam JARVIS (age 29) from Cornwall, Ontario.
JARVIS was transported to RCMP Detachment for processing, where he was charged with being in possession of contraband product. The van along with 30 cases of contraband cigarettes was seized.
On the same date, at approximately 2:00 am, CRTF members were summoned to Cornwall’s Port of Entry, where CBSA Border Services Officers had arrested Jarvis JOCK (age 24) from Akwesasne, Ontario, for possession of unstamped tobacco products. A search of the vehicle resulted in 350 cartons of contraband cigarettes being seized. JOCK was turned over to CRTF members for processing. The car along with the contraband product was seized. JOCK was released from custody on a Promise to Appear.
On July 20th, 2012, at approximately 5:15 pm, the CRTF members were conducting surveillance near the Grey’s Creek Marina, in the Township of South Glengarry. An hour later, they observed a suspicious boat entering the marina from the St. Lawrence River. Further investigation resulted in the arrest of Shawn PARE (age 31) and Claudia PARE (age 28), both from Cornwall, Ontario for being possession of contraband tobacco. Both individuals were brought to RCMP Detachment where they were processed and later released on a Promise to Appear and Undertaking. The truck, a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado, the boat and trailer as well as 500 cartons contraband cigarettes were seized.
On July 23rd, 2012, at approximately 3:30 pm, Darby OAKES (age 41) of Hogansburg, NY, was arrested at Cornwall’s Port of Entry by CBSA on an outstanding arrest warrant in the first instance held by the CRTF. Police allege that on July 14th, 2012, at approximately 8:00 pm, while the Lift-Off Ceremonies were in full swing in Lamoureux Park, OAKES was operating his boat in a dangerous manner on the St. Lawrence River with five adults and four children on board. OAKES was observed maneuvering his boat dangerously amongst other pleasure crafts and the RCMP boat. OAKES also failed to comply with police direction and failed to demonstrate his boat had the required safety equipment. OAKES was held for a bail hearing where he was released on a Recognizance with surety. OAKES also faces a charge of failing to comply with an Undertaking from a Justice.
Also, on that day, Michael THOMPSON (age 32) from Akwesasne, Ontario was stopped at Cornwall’s Port of Entry with one case of contraband tobacco cigarettes. THOMPSON was turned over to CRTF for processing where he was later released on a Promise to Appear. In addition to the contraband, THOMPSON’s vehicle was seized.
The individuals noted above, who have been charged under the provisions of the Excise Act, 2001, also face charges under the provincial Tobacco Tax Act for possession of unmarked cigarettes.
And from the OPP:
THREE MALES ARRESTED FOR DRUG POSESSION
(North Stormont) – On 28July12, at approximately 10:05pm, Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers were on patrol in the town of Finch when they spotted a suspicious vehicle parked at the arena.
The investigation revealed that the three male occupants of the vehicle were in possession of a small quantity of suspected marihuana and various paraphernalia.
Colin GRAVELLE, 19 of Stormont, On, Quinn OUDERKIRK, 19 of South Stormont, On, and Connor HANNA, 18 of South Stormont, On, were arrested and face the charge of:
- Possession Schedule II Cannabis Marihuana.
The males are scheduled to appear 28August12 in Cornwall Criminal Court.
IMPAIRED DRIVER
(North Glengarry) – On 28Jul12 at approximately 8:30pm, members of the Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry (SD&G) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a possible impaired driver in the area of Apple Hill, North Glengarry Township.
The investigation revealed that Ian LACELLE, 35 of Cornwall, Ontario, was operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol when he was located and arrested a short time later by SD&G OPP officers.
He faces charges of:
- Impaired Operation / Motor Vehicle
- Exceed 80 Milligrams Blood Alcohol Content
He is scheduled to appear 05Sept12 in Alexandria court.
AIRPLANE COLLISION
(South, Glengarry) – On 29July12 at approximately 3:30pm members of the Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry (SD&G) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision at the airstrip on County Road 18 east of Boucks Hill Road, South Glengarry Township.
The investigation revealed that the male pilot was landing his Cesna 170 when a gust of wind caught the tail of the aircraft and pushed it sideways. The pilot lost control and the aircraft ended up on its roof.
The pilot sustained no injuries.
RACING LAW INFRACTIONS
– 28July12 (5:17am), SD&G OPP officer stops a southbound Chevy Cruze on County Road 34, South Glengarry….132km/h (posted 50km/h zone).
– 29July12 (3:05am), SD&G OPP officer stops a silver Acura on County Road 7, North Dundas…133km/h (posted 80km/h zone).
– 29July12 (7:05pm), SD&G OPP officer stops silver an eastbound Harley Davidson motorcycle on County Road 18, South Stormont…158km/h (posted 80km/h zone).
