Prince Edward OPP Reports – 2013
OPP to target off-road vehicle compliance over long weekend
After one of the coldest springs on record, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) expects to see eager Ontarians take to the roads, trails and waterways during the Victoria Day long weekend.
“The OPP will be looking to all motorists, boaters and off-road vehicle users to take charge of their own safety and to ensure the safety of passengers and anyone else whose lives they would jeopardize due to unsafe or dangerous driving behaviour over the weekend,” says Sgt. Kristine Rae. “This is a particularly busy weekend for off-road vehicle enthusiasts. Every year the OPP encounters off-road users who regard traffic safety as something the OPP is responsible for rather than the operators themselves.”
This mindset, she said, was a significant contributing factor in 12 fatal off-road vehicle incidents in 2012 within OPP jurisdiction.
“The OPP S.A.V.E. Team and other OPP officers will be keeping a keen eye out this weekend for operators who are non-compliant with off-road vehicle laws.
Over the weekend, the OPP will also be watching for impaired drivers and boaters, people who drive aggressively or distracted and those who are in violation of occupant restraint laws.
The OPP is also reminding motorists to be mindful about Ontario’s Move Over law that requires drivers to slow down and move over when passing an emergency vehicle (ambulance/fire/police) on the shoulder of the road.
“We need people to get away from thinking that as long as there is a strong police presence on roads, waterways and trails on long weekends, officers can keep everyone safe,” said Deputy Commissioner Larry Beechey, Provincial Commander, Traffic Safety and Operational Support. “We want to see drivers, boaters and trail users themselves take charge of how they behave behind the wheel and in doing so, many lives will be saved,” he added.
“Operating a motor vehicle, boat or off-road vehicle within the law is a far better alternative than dealing with the life-changing consequences that begin to unfold the second a person makes a bad decision behind the wheel and lives are senselessly brought to a tragic end,” said Chief Superintendent Don Bell, Commander of the OPP Highway Safety Division.
Urn stolen from vehicle
On the morning of May 10, 2013 the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment began investigating several theft from motor vehicle complaints that had occurred over night in the Town of Picton.
Stolen items range from money to sporting goods. In one case, a small, silver urn was stolen. Police are asking that anyone with information contact Prince Edward County OPP at 1-800-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (1-800-222-8477).
Visit the OPP station
The Ontario Provincial Police are inviting local residents to attend the Prince Edward County OPP detachment on Friday, May 17, 2013 between 9-11:00 am. Members of the public will have an opportunity to view the equipment that is used and meet local police officers and members of a variety of specialty units. The display will include the Prince Edward County OPP detachment Marine Unit, OPP Motorcycle, members of the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), OPP-K9 and OPP Emergency Response Team.
Male arrested
On May 12, 2013 at 2:11pm the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment began a domestic investigation. A woman had reported having received threatening text messages. The victim’s ex-boyfriend, a 33 year old Picton man was arrested for Criminal Harassment contrary to Section 264 (1) of the Criminal Code of Canada. The accused was held for a bail hearing on May 13, 2013 in Belleville court.
Driver caught officer’s attention
On May 10, 2013 at 10:39pm an officer from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment was on routine patrol and observed an erratic driver.
The vehicle was stopped on Loyalist Parkway and Taft Road, Carrying Place. The driver, a 22-year old Quinte West resident, was arrested and is charged with the following offences:
Operating While Impaired contrary to section 253(1)(a) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
Operation With Over 80mgs. of Alcohol contrary to section 253(1)(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
The accused was released on a promise to appear with a court date of May 22, 2013 in Picton.
Five injured in collision
On May 06, 2013 at 8:04pm officers from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment responded to a motor vehicle collision on County Road 33, South of County Rd 3 in Carrying Place.
The police investigation revealed that a south-bound vehicle had made a U-turn colliding with a second south-bound vehicle. Occupants from both vehicles were injured. Five people were transported by ambulance to Trenton Memorial Hospital with minor injuries. The north-bound lane of County Road 33 was closed for two hours as police investigated.
One driver, a 22-year old Trenton resident, was charged with Careless Driving, contrary to section 130 of the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario.
Male arrested for disturbance
On May 05, 2013 at 2:57am officers from Prince Edward County OPP were called to a licenced establishment on Main St., Picton for a disturbance. Police arrested a 29-year old male for Being Intoxicated in a Public Place, contrary to section 31(4) of the Liquour Licence Act. The accused was later released when sober.
Drop off your drugs at the OPP station
As part of a province-wide effort to reduce risks associated with leftover medications, the Ontario Provincial Police are hosting a Prescription Drug Drop Off Day Saturday, May 11.
“Recent studies indicate 24 per cent of teens reported misusing prescription medications at least once within the previous year. Most of the teens took the medication from their family home,” said Anthony Mann, PEC OPP Community Services Officer.
“The initiative is to encourage Ontario residents to dispose of old and unused prescription medication. Citizens wishing to dispose of outdated, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs may do so anonymously, usually without having to get out of their vehicles.”
Police in communities across Ontario recognize prescription drug abuse can lead to increases in a wide spectrum of sickness, violent acts and property crimes.
Prince Edward County OPP will host their collection day at the detachment – located at 569 County Road 1, in Hallowell – from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
“The Controlled Drug and Substances Act (CDSA), prohibits anyone from possessing oxycodone or any other prescribed medication without a prescription,” said Mann. “It is a criminal offence to offer or sell a prescribed medication to another person. Purchasing another person’s prescribed drugs is also illegal.
“Prescription drug misuse is the use of prescription drugs for non-medical purposes. Common prescription drugs being misused are opioid pain relievers (such as oxycodone), anti-depressants, and stimulants.”
Man arrested for threatening
On May 01, 2013 at 8:17pm officers from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment attended an Ameliasburg residence in response to a domestic occurrence. The investigation revealed that the accused had threatened his ex-wife.
A 71-year old Ameliasburg man was arrested for Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm contrary to section 264.1(1)(a) of the Criminal Code of Canada. The accused was held for a bail hearing in Belleville court on May 02, 2013.
Driver injured in collision with tractor trailer
On April 30, 2013 at 8:08am officers from Prince Edward County OPP responded to a motor vehicle collision on County Road 49, North of County Rd 6 in the Ward of Hallowell.
A motor vehicle travelling Southbound had entered the North bound lane colliding with a tractor trailer. The driver of the South bound motor vehicle was treated and later released from Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital for minor injuries.
A 37-year old Athol resident was charged with Careless Driving contrary to section 130 of the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario.
Man arrested in firearms incident
On April 25, 2013 at 10:01 am the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment responded to a report of a motor vehicle that had been damaged by the use of a firearm.
On April 27, 2013 the investigation led to the arrest of a 26-year old Hillier Ward man. The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing on April 29, 2013 in Belleville court.
On April 28, 2013 officers from Prince Edward County OPP, Prince Edward County OPP Criminal Investigations Unit, the OPP Provincial Weapon Enforcement Unit, OPP K-9 Unit and OPP Forensic Identification Unit executed a Criminal Code search warrant at a Hillier Ward residence.
Officers seized firearm related property, ammunition and a quantity of processed marihuana.
The name of the accused cannot be released as it will identify the victim. The accused is charged with the following offences:
Weapon: Possession for a Dangerous Purpose contrary to Section 88 of the Criminal Code of Canada.
Careless Use of a Firearm contrary to Section 86 of the Criminal Code of Canada.
Mischief Not Exceeding $5000.00 contrary to Section 430(4) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
Firearm: Unauthorized Possession contrary to Section 91(1) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking contrary to Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
OPP seek break and enter suspects
On the afternoon of April 22, 2013 officers from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment responded to two residential break and enters in Ameliasburgh, in the area of Highway 62.
The suspect vehicle, is described as an older Ford Taurus station-wagon green in colour and occupied by a male and female.
The male is described as approximately 6′, clean cut, black hair wearing jeans and a shirt. The female is described as approximately 5’5″ with dirty blonde hair pulled back. Both parties are believed to be in their late teens or early 20s.
Police are encouraging residents to secure their property and report any suspicious activity. Police are asking members of the public to contact Prince Edward County OPP at 613-476-2151 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 with any information that could lead the suspect’s identity.
Driver charged
On April 21, 2013 at 4:47am officers from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment responded to a single motor vehicle collision on County Road 15 in Sophiasburgh. The motor vehicle had struck a hydro pole. Members of the Prince Edward County Fire Department and ambulance had also responded. The driver was treated and released for minor injuries at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital.
A 36-year-old Picton woman was charged with
-Operating While Impaired contrary to section 253(a) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
-Operation With Over 80mgs of Alcohol contrary to section 253(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
The accused was released from police custody on a promise to appear with a court date of May 22, 2013 in Picton court.
Driver charged after rollover
On April 19, 2013 at 5:01pm officers from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment responded to a single motor vehicle rollover at the intersection of County Roads 4 and 34 in Hallowell. The driver was treated and released at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital with minor injuries.
A 20-year-old Sophiasburgh female was charged with Careless Driving contrary to section 130 of the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario.
Cocaine and marijuana seized
On April 19, 2013 at 7:53am the Ontario Provincial Police Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) with the assistance of Prince Edward County OPP executed Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrants at a residence on Chourney Lane, Cherry Valley and a second at a building on Old Milford Rd., Picton. Police seized a quantity of cocaine, marihuana, cash and related property.
A male and female Cherry Valley residents,both 23-years-old were arrested and charged with two counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking. They were released from police custody on a promise to appear with a court date of May 15, 2013 in Picton.
Driver arrested
On April 12, 2013 at 12:01am an officer with the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment conducted a motor vehicle check at a commercial parking lot located on Hwy 62 in Rossmore.
The 59-year-old male driver from Ameliasburg was charged with the following offences:
Operating While Impaired, contrary to section 253(a) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
Operation With Over 80 mgs of Alcohol, contrary to section 253(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
Operation While Disqualified, contrary to section 259(4) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
The accused was later released on a promise to appear with a court date of May 15, 2013 in Picton court.
Put down the phone and leave it alone
The Ontario Provincial Police in East Region have completed their Distracted Driving Campaign to raise awareness of how important it is to pay attention and obey the law while driving. The week long event, from April 15th through to the 21st resulted in 457 distracted driving charges and 7 careless driving charges across the region.
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Distracted Driving Campaign was April 15-22 and officers were looking to the public to help make it an historic success.
The OPP is asking drivers across Ontario to take a hard line on distracted driving once and for all by making Monday, April 15 the first day of a life-long commitment to keep all hand-held devices out of reach and out of use while behind the wheel. Those who use hand-held phones while driving also put the lives of their passengers at risk and the OPP is asking passengers to take matters into their own hands by telling those who drive them while distracted to “Put down the phone and leave it alone.”
The OPP is issuing an important reminder that, while texting is among the most dangerous activities to carry out while driving, distracted driving refers to all forms of distracted or inattentive driving, such as talking on the phone, eating and drinking, personal grooming and tending to children in the backseat. During the campaign, officers will be targeting these and any other forms of distraction they observe as impairing a motorist’s driving ability.
“Drivers need to remember that the real danger to the motoring public lies in the distraction, not the device,” said Chief Superintendent Don Bell, Commander of the OPP Highway Safety Division. “In 2012, 83 people were killed in motor vehicle collisions within OPP jurisdiction in which distracted driving was a causal factor and that surpassed our impaired driving fatalities in 2012,” added Bell.
According to the OPP, officers laid close to 16,000 distracted driving charges across the province last year (2012). They continue to see careless drivers texting and talking on their phones and engaging in other forms of distraction every day.
“While the OPP is firmly committed to enforcing distracted driving laws during the campaign and throughout the year, drivers themselves can end these needless deaths by recognizing how they contribute to risks on our roads. Motorists need to realize that they may need to change their own driving behaviour to improve road safety for everyone,” said Deputy Commissioner Larry Beechey, Provincial Commander, Traffic Safety and Operational Support.
The OPP is asking Ontarians to share their stories on Facebook about the dangerous driver behaviour or near-misses they have observed from motorists driving distracted. By doing so, you can help drivers think about their own driving habits and how they are contributing to dangerous behaviour.
Go to: https://www.facebook.com/ontarioprovincialpolice
Distracted Driving is one of the Big 4 high risk driving behaviours which leads to serious or fatal motor vehicle collisions on our provincial roadways. The OPP Provincial Traffic Safety Program incorporates high police visibility, measurable outcomes, professional traffic stops and public education in their ongoing efforts to save lives on Ontario roads, trails and waterways.
Firearms seized
On April 07, 2013 at 12:54pm the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment received a report of a threatening incident involving the use of firearms.
The police investigation led to the arrest of a 64-year old man from Sophiasburgh who made threats to shoot his wife. Two firearms were seized by police. The accused was held for a bail hearing in Belleville court charged with the following offences:
Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Serious Bodily Harm contrary to Section 264.1(1)(a) Criminal Code of Canada
Firearms: Unauthorized Possession contrary to Section 91(1) Criminal Code of Canada
Boyfriend arrested for threats
On April 05, 2013 at 5:18pm the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment received a report of a threatening occurrence that had happened earlier in the week. The police investigation revealed that a boyfriend had threatened his girlfriend.
A 20-year old Picton man was arrested and held for a bail hearing in Belleville court on April 08, 2013. The man is charged with the following offences:
Uttering threats to Cause Death or Serious Bodily Harm contrary to Section 264.1(1)(a) Criminal Code of Canada
Uttering threats to Cause Damage to Property contrary to Section 264.1(1)(b) Criminal Code of Canada
Speeder arrested
On April 05, 2013 at 8:56pm an officer from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment stopped a speeding driver on Hwy 62, Ameliasburgh. There was evidence that the driver had been drinking.
The 30-year-old Amelisburg man was charged with Operation With Over 80mgs of Alcohol, contrary to Section 253(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada. The accused is to appear in Picton court on April 24, 2013.
Driver charged
On April 5, 2013 at 1:50am officers from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment responded to a complaint of an impaired driver at a restaurant on Main St., Picton. The driver was located and displayed signs of impairment.
A 53 year-old Hillier man was charged with the following offences:
Operating While Impaired, contrary to Section 253(a) Criminal Code of Canada.
Operation With Over 80mg of Alcohol, contrary to Section 253(b) Criminal Code of Canada.
He was released from police custody on a promise to appear with a court date of May 8, 2013 in Picton.
Man charged in sexual assault
On April 01, 2013 at 9:23 a.m. officers from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment responded to a sexual assault call involving a six-year-old female victim in the ward of North Marysburgh.
A 59-year old man from North Marysburgh is charged with the following offences:
Sexual Assault, contrary to Section 271 of the Criminal Code of Canada
Sexual Interference, contrary to Section 151 of the Criminal Code of Canada
Sexual Exploitation, contrary to Section 153 of the Criminal Code of Canada
The accused was released from police custody on a promise to appear and undertaking and is to appear in court on May 01, 2013 in Picton.
Male arrested in domestic
On March 30, 2013 at 8:09pm a woman attended the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment reporting that she had been assaulted by her boyfriend. Incidents date back as far as the summer of 2011. The victim had been assaulted on two separate occasions and had property damaged.
A 40-year old man from Hallowell, ON is charged with the following offences:
Assault contrary to Section 266 of the Criminal Code of Canada (x2)
Mischief contrary to Section 430, of the Criminal Code of Canada
The accused was released on a promise to appear and undertaking and is to appear in court on April 17, 2013 in Picton.
Teen stopped for driving 160 km/h in an 80 zone
On March 29, 2013 at 4:52pm an officer from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment was on routine patrol on Highway 62 in the Ward of Ameliasburgh when a motor vehicle was observed travelling above the posted speed.
A 16-year old male from Bloomfield was charged with Drive Motor Vehicle-Perform Stunt- Speeding by 50km/h or More, contrary to Section 172(1) of the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario. The driver also received a seven day driver’s licence suspension and his motor vehicle was impounded for seven day period. The accused is to appear in court on May 3, 2013 in Picton.
Numerous charges over Easter long weekend
Over the Easter long weekend, March 29 through to April 1, Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County officers patrolled local highways and conducted numerous RIDE checks looking for impaired and distracted drivers and seatbelt compliance. Officers issued numerous offence notices:
Speeding – 30
Racing – 1
Seatbelt – 12
Distracted Driving – 3
Hazardous Moving Violations – 3
Other HTA – 7
Liquor Licence Act – 1
Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act – 3
Impaired – 0
Other Criminal Code Driving Charges -
Warns Range Suspensions – 1
ATV – OFVA Offences – 0
Other Provincial Statute Charges – 0
Drug charges – 0
Officers in the entire East Region issued the following offence notices.
Speeding – 1707
Racing – 11
Seatbelt – 267
Distracted Driving – 60
Hazardous Moving Violations – 84
Other HTA – 259
Liquor Licence Act – 24
Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act – 70
Impaired – 21
Other Criminal Code Driving Charges – 13
Warns Range Suspensions – 12
ATV – OFVA Offences – 5
Other Provincial Statute Charges – 10
Drug charges – 6
It is everyone’s responsibility to keep our roads safe. Drive within the law, pay attention and report aggressive drivers.
Police expect busy traffic weekend
With the Easter long weekend approaching and spring-like weather in store, Ontario Provincial Police are gearing up for one of the busiest traffic weekends on Ontario roads and highways since the start of the year.
Over the weekend, officers will have a watchful eye out for motorists who drive while impaired by alcohol or drugs, are distracted or driving aggressively, and they will be particularly focused on those who are not in compliance with seat belt laws.
While the OPP will be highly visible throughout the province this weekend, when it comes to seat belt compliance, they are putting the onus where it belongs – on drivers and passengers (16 years of age and older).
Enforcing seat belt usage and other important legislation intended to reduce high risk driving behaviour is just part of the solution to keeping the motoring public safe this weekend and throughout 2013, according to OPP Deputy Commissioner Larry Beechey, Provincial Commander, Traffic Safety and Operational Support.
“While we are committed to doing our part, Ontarians need to adopt the mindset that keeping our roads safe has far more to do with the actions of drivers than the actions of police. Taking a few seconds to buckle up makes far more sense than going through the motions of being pulled over, being issued a ticket, having to pay a minimum $240 fine and more importantly, it will go a long way to keeping you alive in the event of a collision,” added Beechey.
The spring is an excellent time to remind the motoring public about seat belt safety because many motorists and passengers let their guard down with the onset of dry pavement, according to Chief Superintendent Don Bell, Commander of the OPP Highway Safety Division. “For some people, saying goodbye to snow-covered roads and highways means they can lighten up on seat belt use and in the process they place themselves at greater risk of not surviving a collision than if they were buckled in,” added Bell.
Throughout 2012, 71 people were killed in collisions (within OPP jurisdiction) in which lack of occupant restraint was a factor and so far this year (as of March 25, 2013), eight traffic deaths have been attributed to this causal factor.
This is a stark reminder that the high cost of human life associated with lack of occupant restraint is not seasonal and the OPP is reminding drivers that over and above buckling up, they are responsible for ensuring that all passengers under the age of 16 are using a seat belt or appropriate child car seat.
The OPP is also issuing a timely public warning that 16 people have died in snowmobile incidents so far this year (as of March 25, 2013) and seven of those deaths have occurred within the last three weeks. Snowmobile enthusiasts are urged to stay off all waterways and those who sled on land need to check conditions beforehand and exercise extreme caution as the warmer temperatures can cause deterioration of riding conditions within a matter of hours.
The OPP is committed to delivering on its Provincial Traffic Safety Program, which incorporates high police visibility, measurable outcomes, professional traffic stops and public education into their ongoing efforts to save lives on Ontario roads, trails and waterways.
Driver facing impaired driving charges
On March 21, 2013 at 5:15pm officers from the Ontario Provincial Police-Prince Edward County detachment responded to a single motor vehicle collision at the intersection of County Roads 10 and 11 in the Ward of Athol. The male driver was found to be impaired.
The 28-year old Picton man was arrested and charged with the following offences:
· Operating While Impaired, Section 253(a) Criminal Code of Canada
· Operation With Over 80mgs of Alcohol, Section 253(b) Criminal Code of Canada
· Possession of a Controlled Substance, Section 4(1) Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
He was released from police custody on a promise to appear with a court appearance of April 24, 2013 in Picton. No injuries were sustained as a result of the motor vehicle collision.
Man arrested for sexual assault
Officers from the Ontario Provincial Police-Prince Edward County detachment responded to a complaint of a sexual assault at the Sandbanks Provincial Park on March 21, 2013 at 7:50pm. Hours later, the police investigation, led to the arrest of a 24-yr old man from South Frontenac Township. The accused is charged with Sexual Assault, contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada. The accused was released from custody on a promise to appear and undertaking and is to appear in court on April 24, 2013.
Driver Charged in Two-Vehicle Collision
Officers from the Ontario Provincial Police, Prince Edward County detachment responded to a motor vehicle collision on Main St., Picton which occurred on March 18, 2013 at 9:20am.
One driver was treated and later released from Prince Edward Memorial Hospital with minor injuries.
A 30-year-old Hallowell woman is to appear in Picton court on April 19th, 2013 in answer to the following charges:
· Careless Driving, Section 130 of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act
· Use Plate Not Authorized for Vehicle, Section 12(1) of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act
· Fail to Apply For Permit on Becoming Owner, Section 11(2) of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act
· Operate Motor Vehicle Without Insurance, Section 2(1)(a) of the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act.
Domestic Assault
On March 15, 2013 at 11:56pm a male attended Prince Edward County OPP detachment reporting a domestic dispute. The investigation revealed that the male had been assaulted with a weapon the week prior.
On March 17, 2013 an 18 year old female from South Marysburgh was arrested and charged with Assault with a Weapon. The victim did not sustain any injuries in the incident. The accused was released from police custody on a promise to appear and undertaking with a court date of April 03, 2013 in Picton.
Boat motors reported stolen
On the 1st of March, the owner of a seasonal property on Richardson Lane in Sophiasburgh discovered their garage had been broken into and three outboard boat motors had been stolen.
The stolen motors are described as: black Suzuki 9.9 hp
black Yamaha 9.9 hp
black and grey Yamaha 20 hp
Anyone with any information on this theft is asked to call Prince Edward OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Picton post office worker thwarts Grandparent Scam
An 88yr old Picton resident nearly fell victim to a scam known as the “Emergency or Grandparent Scam” In the typical scenario, a grandparent receives a phone call from a con-artist claiming to be one of his or her grandchildren. The caller goes on to say that they are in some kind of trouble and need money immediately. Typically they claim being in a car accident, are having trouble returning from a foreign country or they need bail money.
In this particular case, last Friday morning the victim received a phone call from a distraught female stating she was her granddaughter and that she had been involved in a car accident in Quebec. The female went on to say she needed money to pay for the damage to the other vehicle. The female then passed the phone to a male who stated he was a lawyer and suggested the victim send a money gram for $995 to him through the Post Office to clear up the matter.
The victim attended the Picton Post Office and started the process to send the money, but a postal worker recognized the situation as a possible scam and advised the victim not to complete the transaction. After reflecting on the scenario, the victim realized the call from the distraught female was indeed fraudulent.
Prince Edward OPP reminds residents to be wary of any such calls and if they are suspicious in any way to hang up and contact the Canadian Anti Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 to report it. To learn more about this topic visit the Canadian Anti Fraud Centre’s website at www.antifraudcentre.ca
Driver Charged with Over 80
On February 17, 2013 at 12:19 am officers from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment were conducting RIDE at Main St and Stanley St in the village of Bloomfield. Officers checked a vehicle with a male driver who had been drinking.
A 54-year-old Picton man was charged with the following offence:
Operation With Over 80mg of Alcohol, Section 253(1)(b) Criminal Code of Canada and Drive with no insurance, Section 2(1)(a) of the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act. He was released from police custody on a promise to appear with a court date of March 06, 2013.
Driver charged
On February 13, 2013 at 8:14pm Prince Edward County OPP responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on McFaul Road, in the Ward of Hillier. Officers stopped a motor vehicle on McFaul Road that matched the description given in the complaint. The male driver was arrested for impaired driving.
A 50-year-old Hillier man was charged with the following offences:
Operating While Impaired, Section 253(1)(a) Criminal Code of Canada.
Operation With Over 80mg of Alcohol, Section 253(1)(b) Criminal Code of Canada. He was released from police custody on a promise to appear with a court date of March 13, 2013.
Missing man located
Prince Edward County OPP report the death of an elderly man who had been reported missing does not appear to be suspicious.
The OPP were called to a a Fort Kente Road address in Ameliasburgh Tuesday morning to investigate. During the search, the male was located and transported to Trenton Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The identity of the male is being withheld pending next of kin notification.
Driver Charged After Misleading Police
On February 07, 2013 at 5:14 a.m. officers from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment responded to a report of an abandoned motor vehicle in the area of County Road 3 and Old Orchard Road, in the Ward of Ameliasburg.
After checking the damaged motor vehicle and canvassing the damages in the area, police began a motor vehicle collision investigation. As a result of the collision, Hydro One was contacted to repair damages to a hydro pole and down wires.
The owner of the motor vehicle reported that his motor vehicle had been stolen.
The investigation revealed that the owner had been driving that motor vehicle at the time of the motor vehicle collision and that a passenger in that motor vehicle had sustained minor injuries.
On February 10, 2013 a 35 year old Rossmore resident was arrested and charged with the following offences:
Fail to Remain at the Scene of an Accident, Section 252 Criminal Code of Canada
Obstruct Peace Officer, Section 129(a) Criminal Code of Canada
Public Mischief, Section 140(1)(c) Criminal Code of Canada
Middleton was released on a promise to appear and undertaking with a court date of April 03, 2013 in Picton.
Drug Search Warrant Executed
On February 05, 2013 shortly after 2pm, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County detachment responded to Prince Edward Collegiate Institute as a result of school staff reporting suspected drug activity in the area. The suspect had fled the area prior to police arrival.
On February 07, 2013 as a result of subsequent investigation into the complaint, Prince Edward County OPP officers with the assistance of the Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) and Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at a Wellington home. A small quantity of cannabis marihuana and related paraphernalia were seized.
A 17-year old male and a18-year old female were both arrested and charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Controlled Substance, Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Both accused were released on a promise to appear and undertaking.
The 17-year old male is scheduled to appear in court on March 18, 2013 and the 18-year old female is to appear in court on March 20, 2013.
Vehicle Stolen During Heated Dispute
On February 03, 2013 at 5:02pm officers from the Ontario Provincial Police—Prince Edward County detachment responded to a complaint of a traffic hazard on County Road., 49 in the Ward of Sophiasburgh.
Officers located a male and female walking on the roadway. The couple reported that their motor vehicle had been stolen. Officers learned that the couple were travelling with two other men. During a verbal dispute, they exited the vehicle and the other two men left in the motor vehicle leaving the couple behind. No one was injured during the incident.
Police have identified both men involved in this occurrence.
On February 04, 2013,a 51 year old Wellington man was arrested and charged with Take Motor Vehicle Without Consent, 355(1) Criminal Code of Canada. He was released from police custody and is to appear in Picton court on March 06, 2013.
A 48-year old man from Scarborough, ON and the vehicle remain outstanding.
Keeping Children Safe from Online Sexual Exploitation
Children and youth are increasingly living out a large proportion of their daily lives online – whether using technology to communicate with friends, seek entertainment, or learn and broaden their knowledge about the world around them. However, just like the offline world, parents and teachers need to be fully aware of the risks children and youth may encounter while using the Internet. This is why on February 5, International Safer Internet Day, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is letting Ontarians know about the comprehensive Internet safety resources and tools available through the Canadian Centre for Child Protection. These tools are there to help parents (and teachers) make sense of the challenges with raising children and youth.
“In this ever-changing technological world, children and youth are able to connect to the Internet with relative ease, exposing them to risks and harms that can be difficult to keep up with,” says Inspector Scott Naylor, Manager, OPP Child Sexual Exploitation Unit. “The protection of children online is all of our responsibility. The Canadian Centre for Child Protection resources provide parents, educators and communities with current information about children’s online activities and what we can do to make the Internet a safer place for our children and youth.”
The Canadian Centre for Child Protection, a national charitable organization dedicated to the personal safety of all children, will be launching new e-parenting safety sheets addressing issues and concerns parents may be facing right now with regard to their adolescent’s online safety. This includes valuable information on protecting youth from online luring, the growing issue of sexting, as well as how to talk to your child about healthy relationships and appropriate boundaries.
“We all have an important role to play in the online protection of children,” says Lianna McDonald, Executive Director, Canadian Centre for Child Protection. “We know that for parents and teachers it can be hard to even know where to begin and this is why, in partnership with the OPP, we want to make sure that Canadians are aware of the important educational resources we have to offer to better protect children.”
Recognizing that educators also play a critical role when it comes to teaching children important personal safety strategies that will help reduce online victimization, the Canadian Centre will also be distributing over a million Internet safety materials to schools across Canada free-of-charge. The OPP also encourages parents and teachers alike to visit The Door Thats Not Locked website (www.thedoorthatsnotlocked.ca), a comprehensive resource with age-specific Internet safety information. This includes material about the online activities that are popular with children of different age groups, the potential risks children face when using certain technologies and safety strategies to address those concerns.
About the Canadian Centre for Child Protection: The goal of the Canadian Centre for Child Protection (www.protectchildren.ca) is to reduce child victimization by providing programs and services to the Canadian public. Its four national programs include Cybertip.ca (www.cybertip.ca), Canada’s tipline to report the online sexual exploitation of children; MissingKids.ca (www.missingkids.ca), a national missing children resource and response centre; Kids in the Know (www.kidsintheknow.ca), an interactive child personal safety program for children in Kindergarten to Grade 9; and Commit to Kids (www.commit2kids.ca), a program to help child-serving organizations create safer environments for the children in their care and reduce their risk of sexual abuse.
Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of Impaired Driver
An Ontario Provincial Police Prince Edward County officer was on routine patrol on January 31, 2013 in the Town of Picton. At 10:50pm on Paul St., police stopped a motor vehicle for a highway traffic violation. The female driver was found to be impaired. A 37-year old, Picton woman was arrested and charged with the following offences:
Fail to Provide Breath Sample, 245(5) Criminal Code of Canada
Novice Driver-Blood Alcohol Concentration Above Zero, 44.1(13) Highway Traffic Act of Ontario
Driver Motor Vehicle-No Currently Validated Permit, 7(1)(a) Highway Traffic Act of Ontario
Summers, was released from custody and has a court appearance scheduled for February 27, 2013 in Picton.
Driver Fails to Stop For Police at R.I.D.E. Check
On January 25, 2013 at 11:20pm officers from the Ontario Provincial Police-Prince Edward County detachment were conducting R.I.D.E.
on Main St., Bloomfield. Officers observed a motor vehicle approaching that had been reported earlier in a driving complaint. The vehicle proceeded through the R.I.D.E. check without stopping. Officers were able to stop the driver a short distance away from the check point. The driver, a 59-year old from Mississauga, was charged with Fail To Stop For Police and is to appear in court on February 15, 2013.
Two Arrested in Domestic Assault
On the morning of January 27, 2013 officers from the Ontario Provincial Police-Prince Edward County detachment responded to a domestic assault at a residence in the Ward of Ameliasburgh. The argument between the male and female had turned violent. Police arrested both parties involved.
A 45-year old female was charged with Assault and later released with a court date of February 13, 2013. The 28-year male was charged with Assault, Uttering Death Threats and Mischief. The male was held for a bail hearing scheduled for January 28, 2013.
Women facing fraud charges
On January 22, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. members of Central Hastings OPP Crime Unit and Durham Regional Police Service – Major Crime Branch Fraud Unit executed a search warrant at a property in the Municipality of Marmora and Lake. The investigation surrounded the sale of imitation brand clothing and accessories in the setting of a portable “trunk show” operation. Approximately $2500 cash and $52 000 in inventory was seized.
As a result a 38 year old woman of Wellington, ON and a 36 year old woman of Milford, ON have each been charged with Fraud Over $5000, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000, Trafficking Property Obtained by Crime and Possess Proceeds of Crime Under $5000 for their involvement in the sale of these products. Both will appear in Belleville Provincial Court on March 7, 2013.
The investigation is continuing.
OPP charge postal worker with theft of mail
A Prince Edward County postal worker is facing charges related to theft of mail in Sophiasburgh.
“In November 2012, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Prince Edward County detachment, working with Canada Post Security and Investigations Section began an investigation after a complaint was received regarding mail delivery service,” said constable Anthony Mann. “The investigation identified that mail deliveries had not been received, delivered or that the mail appeared to have been tampered with.”
The investigation, lead to the arrest of a 56-year old Sophiasburgh man. He has been charged with the following offences:
- Theft Under $5000.00
- Theft From Mail Sent By Canada Post
- Possession Of Property Obtained By Crime
He is to appear in court Feb. 27.
Police are asking anyone with information to contact Prince Edward County OPP at 1-800-310-1122.
Construction site injury
During the evening of January 18, 2013 officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Prince Edward County detachment were called to a construction site on Burr Rd., in Sophiasburgh. A worker had been injured while unloading construction material from a tractor trailer. The 41-year old man was transported to Kingston General Hospital and treated for non-life threatening injuries. The Ministry of Labour is investigating.
Arrest Made in Domestic Dispute
On the evening of January 20, 2013 officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Prince Edward County detachment responded to a domestic assault which had occurred at a residence in Ameliasburgh. The police investigation lead to the arrest of a 32-year old man. The accused, charged with Assault, was held for a bail hearing. The accused is expected before the courts January 23, 2013.
Driver Charged in Vehicle Rollover
On January 22, 2013 at approximately 11:00PM officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Prince Edward County detachment responded to a motor vehicle collision rollover on Cty Rd 2, in Ameliasburgh. There were no injuries involved. A 22-year old Colborne woman was charged with Careless Driving.
Driver Arrested
On Saturday the 12th of January at 4:30pm, Prince Edward OPP officers were conducting a RIDE spot check on Main Street in Picton.
A male driver entered the RIDE location and officers noted an odor of alcohol on his breath. A roadside alcotest was administered on the driver and he registered a “Fail”.
A 65 year old Picton man has been charged with Operate a Motor Vehicle with Over 80mgs. He will attend court on the 30th of January to answer to the charge.
Male Arrested for Break Ins
Just after midnight on the 01st of January a male tried to enter a residence on Bay Breeze Street in Rossmore but was scared off by the alarm. A few moments later the male entered a garage across the road on Cty Rd 3 but was frightened off by the home owner. Police responded to the area but were unable to locate the male. Officers set up a RIDE spot check in the area and shortly after, observed the male walking across the road while carrying a large black bag.
Officers intercepted the male and when they approached him, the male dropped the bag and fled. The officers pursued and apprehended him after a short foot chase. The black bag contained property that had been stolen from another Cty Rd 3 residence the suspect had broken into.
A 27 year old Tweed man was held for a bail hearing and was later released to attend Picton court on the 9th of January to answer to the following criminal charges:
• Three counts of Break and Enter
• Assault Police
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
• Possession of Break In Instruments
• Breach of Probation
• Fail to Comply with an Undertaking
Community satisfaction survey
A Community Satisfaction Survey is scheduled to start in January in East Region to solicit public opinions about the services the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachments deliver to communities throughout the region.
The Community Satisfaction Survey is a telephone survey that randomly selects members of the public (16 years or older) who live in Ontario. The survey takes about five to seven minutes to complete and is strictly voluntary. Those contacted and willing to participate are asked about issues such as community security, perceptions of crime and youth issues in the community, OPP presence in the community, service delivery and even how the OPP investigates crime and enforces the law.
The information provided by those surveyed is being collected by a research consultant, R.A. Malatest & Associates Ltd. that has been retained by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. The information is treated confidentially and the names, telephone numbers, and addresses of those surveyed will not be included in the survey results provided to the OPP.
Once the survey is complete, the results will be used in the OPP Business Plan and Annual Report. The information will be useful in helping the OPP set out goals and objectives to improve on the services it delivers to communities throughout Ontario.
These surveys are done throughout the province on a rolling three year schedule.
The East Region detachment surveys will start in early or mid-January and are expected to be completed by March 15, 2013. The Ontario Provincial Police would like to thank those who participate in the Community Satisfaction Survey and who take the time to help the OPP in its vision of Safe Communities…..A Secure Ontario.
Five fatalities in two months have police concerned about driving practices
In addition to motor vehicle collisions that result in personal injury and property damage, Prince Edward OPP detachment commander Barry Freeburn says five fatal motor vehicle collisions in the past two months have exponentially raised concerns about driving practices within Prince Edward County.
“This has motivated an appeal from Prince Edward OPP to all motorists to reflect upon their own driving habits and encourage them to drive not only sober but with due care and attention to their surroundings and road conditions at all times,” says Const. Kim Guthrie.
• October 20th a cyclist was struck and killed in Bloomfield
• November 12th, a vehicle driving too fast on Cty Rd 39 left the roadway and struck a tree near Consecon. The driver later died from her injuries.
• November 22nd a vehicle on Cty Rd 14 lost control on slippery roads, left the roadway, entered a ditch and caught fire. The driver was killed.
• December 24th a vehicle on Loyalist Parkway lost control, entered oncoming lanes and was struck by another vehicle. The driver that lost control was killed.
• December 28th a southbound vehicle on Hwy 62 was being driven in the oncoming lanes for reasons yet to be determined. The vehicle collided with two oncoming vehicles and the driver of the southbound car was killed.
Staff Sgt Freeburn advises officers will be diligent with enforcement and will continue to focus on what are known as the “big four” factors considered to be the primary sources contributing to serious injuries and deaths in motor vehicle collisions. They are: impaired driving; aggressive driving; improper or lack of seatbelt use and distracted driving.
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