Sudbury Police Service
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Too Chicken to Plunge? Buy a Duck!
[439 words] 2/27/2023 7:04am
The 2023 Greater Sudbury Polar Plungeis happening Saturday, March 4th at the Ramsey Lake Boat Launch. Are you too chicken to plunge? Well, we don’t blame you! Although a number of brave community members will be #FreezinForAReason and taking the plunge into the frigid water of Ramsey Lake on Saturday, March 4, 2023 in support of Special Olympics, you can still support this great cause while stayi
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33-Year Old Steven Derkacz Wanted on Outstanding Arrest Warrant for Robbery and Assault
[579 words] 2/24/2023 7:07am
UPDATE ARRESTED: 33-Year Old Steven Derkacz has been located and arrested by the GSPS. We would like to thank the public for their assistance in this matter. ORIGINAL The Greater Sudbury Police Service is appealing to the public to assist in locating 33-year old Steven Derkacz, who has been identified as the man responsible for three robberies and an assault in Hanmer. Steven is described as a
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IJFS Assists 61 Victims of Human Trafficking – 239 Charges Laid
[497 words] 2/22/2023 5:22am
The Provincial Human Trafficking Intelligence-led Joint Forces Strategy (IJFS) members from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Toronto Police Service (TPS), Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) and Treaty Three Police Service (T3PS) shared human trafficking statistics to show the cooperative work of the strategy and the complexity of human trafficking investigations. Since the IJFS was created
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23-year old Man Arrested and Charged with Sexual Assault
[221 words] 2/21/2023 9:56am
In 2022, the Greater Sudbury Police Service received complaints from two separate Survivors in relation to the same individual, 23-year-old, Sahibdeep Singh. Information provided was that this individual worked as an administrative assistant at Sudbury Family Health Organization in Greater Sudbury, however he was using his position to conduct physical examinations of patients resulting in sexual a
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74 Charges Laid in Commercial Motor Vehicle Blitz
[193 words] 2/21/2023 7:05am
The Greater Sudbury Police Traffic Management Unit in partnership with Ontario Provincial Police TIME Team recently conducted a three-day blitz in Greater Sudbury that focused on commercial motor vehicle safety education and enforcement. Of 64 traffic stops conducted, 74 charges were laid for the following: failing to complete daily inspections vehicles being over weight not having a commercial m
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Requesting assistance to locate 46 year old Brent Liefers - Wanted on 6 outstanding arrest warrants
[205 words] 2/17/2023 8:19am
UPDATE 46-year-old, Brent Liefers has been arrested on the six outstanding arrest warrants in relation to Intimate Partner Violence. He will attend Bail Court today, March 15, 2023 to answer to the charges. We would like to thank the public for its assistance with this matter. ORIGINAL We are requesting the public’s assistance to locate 46-year-old, Brent Liefers as he is wanted on six outstanding
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Two Men Charged with Numerous Firearm Offences After Officer Seize Loaded Gun
[446 words] 2/13/2023 4:38am
Around 10:45 p.m. on February 11, 2023, police were dispatched the area of Elgin Street and Grey Street in relation a Weapons complaint. Information provided was that two men had approached another individual and one of the men had pulled out a knife. When officers arrived on scene, community members in the area indicated that the two men were leaving in a vehicle. Officers conducted a traffic sto
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You can run but you can’t hide
[260 words] 2/8/2023 4:44am
Around 7:50 p.m. on February 7, 2023, officers were dispatched to a business on National Street in relation to a Break and Enter that had just taken place. Information provided was that two individuals were located inside the business’s fenced compound attempting to steal a vehicle. They fled on foot prior to police arrival. Officers conducted a K9 track in the area and while on the track a commun
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16-year-old youth arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault
[261 words] 2/2/2023 3:21am
Around 1:55 p.m. on February 1, 2023, officers were dispatched the area of Elm Street in relation to a Weapons complaint. Information provided was that two youths were involved in an altercation and one of the youths had stabbed the other. The 16-year-old youth who sustained the stab wound was transported to hospital by City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services with non-life-threatening injuries
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GSPS Recognizes Black History Month 2023
[280 words] 2/1/2023 4:33am
Today, February 1st, marks the beginning of Black History Month. The 2023 theme for Black History Month is: “Ours to tell”. This theme represents both an opportunity to engage in open dialogue and a commitment to learning more about the stories Black communities in Canada have to tell about their histories, successes, sacrifices and triumphs. During Black History Month, we celebrate the many achie -
GSPS Charges 22 Impaired Drivers in the First Month of 2023
[210 words] 1/30/2023 7:48am
So far this month, we’ve charged a total of 22 impaired drivers in Greater Sudbury. Not a good start to 2023, folks. In an effort to reduce the number of impaired drivers in our community, our Traffic Management Unit conducted two R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) spot checks over the weekend. Of the 436 drivers screened during these RIDE checks, the following charges were laid: Four
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Wild Wild West - 37 year old man arrested and charged in connection to 13 B&Es
[273 words] 1/25/2023 9:16am
On January 23, 2023, 37-year-old, Mark West was arrested on an Arrest Warrant in relation to 13 commercial Break and Enters that took place between October 2022 and January 2023. Detectives from the Break Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit of the Integrated Crime Section in our Criminal Investigation Division connected him to 13 active Break and Enter investigations spanning over a three-month period.
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61 year old man arrested and charged in relation to two separate sexual assault investigations
[235 words] 1/24/2023 10:39am
In September 2022, we received two separate complaints from two Survivors of Sexual Assault involving the same man who was in a position of power and authority when the attacks took place. The incidents occurred between January and September of 2022. Due to the sensitive nature of the incidents and to protect the Survivors’ identities, no further details will be provided. On December 19, 2022, a D
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Requesting Assistance to Locate Vehicle and Identify Driver in Hit and Run - Paris St at Cedar St
[185 words] 1/20/2023 9:28am
We are requesting the public’s assistance to locate the vehicle and identify the driver involved in a hit and run collision on January 19, 2023 at the intersection of Paris Street at Cedar Street. Around 5:25 p.m. on January 19, 2023, a dark-coloured SUV was involved in a hit and run collision with a pedestrian at the intersection of Paris Street at Cedar Street. The 44-year-old pedestrian sustain
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Fatal Collision Involving a Pedestrian on Brady Street
[175 words] 1/16/2023 5:45am
Around 5:50 p.m. on January 15, 2023, officers responded to serious a collision involving a pedestrian and a black Honda Civic in the eastbound lanes of Brady Street between the intersection of Brady Street at Minto Street and Golden Grain Bakery. An off-duty police officer was the first person on scene and immediately began life saving measures until City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services arr
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Officers Seize Over $540,000 in Drugs and Arrest Three Men From Southern Ontario
[542 words] 1/12/2023 10:10am
On January 10, 2023, Detectives from our Integrated Crime Section (I.C.S.) working in collaboration with the Ontario Provincial Police Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (O.C.E.B.) began an investigation into a group of individuals from Southern Ontario who were believed to be in Greater Sudbury trafficking illicit drugs. Around 7:30 p.m. on January 11, 2023, members of our Emergency Response Unit
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UPDATE 2 - 33 year old Man Charged with Murder in Relation to Double Homicide at Hotel
[752 words] 12/28/2022 5:34am
As a result of the ongoing investigation into the double homicide at a local hotel, Detectives from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division have been granted an Arrest Warrant for 33 year old Joel Roy for First Degree Murder x2 as well as Attempted Murder of an 18 year old man who was present during the shooting, however he was not injured. Joel Roy has also been charged wit
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Officers Add Three Names to Santa's Naughty List in Connection to Over 15 B&E's
[516 words] 12/23/2022 8:30am
Over the past week, officers have located, arrested and charged three individuals in connection to at least 15 commercial Break and Enters between August and December of this year. On December 18, 2022, officers were dispatched to a business on Barrydowne Road after a man attempted to gain access to the building via the roof. The man fell through the ceiling and landed inside the business where he
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Officers Charge 25 year old Man with Murder After Altercation at Residence on Notre Dame Avenue
[262 words] 12/23/2022 6:20am
Just after 1:50 a.m. this morning, December 23, 2022, officers were dispatched to a residence on Notre Dame Avenue in relation to an Assault that has just taken place. Information provided was that two men had been in a physical altercation resulting in one of the men sustaining life-threatening injuries. The 20 year old man was transported to the hospital by City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Serv
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Two Men Arrested and Charged with Manslaughter After 48 year old Man Dies of Drug Overdose
[227 words] 12/22/2022 3:01am
On December 15, 2022, Detectives from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division with the assistance of the Waterloo Regional Police Service arrested 34 year old Bidah Preet Singh Bhatia of Waterloo for Manslaughter and Trafficking a Schedule I Substance. As a result of the ongoing investigation, GSPS Detectives and members of WRPS conducted a Search Warrant at the man’s reside
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Detectives Investigating Double Homicide at Hotel on Paris Street at Walford Road
[559 words] 12/20/2022 5:04am
UPDATE Through the ongoing investigation, it has been determined that two of the individuals in police custody were not involved in this incident, however, they have been charged with Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 in relation to the Theft of a Motor Vehicle. Both individuals attended Bail Court today to answer to the charge. The third individual, a 33 year old man from Great
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Two Individuals Charged in Relation to Assault on Edward Avenue in Coniston
[389 words] 12/12/2022 7:22am
Around 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 10, 2022, officers were dispatched the area of Edward Avenue in Coniston in relation to an Assault that has just occurred. Information provided was that three vehicles were used to blocked in a car while the occupants of the three vehicles smashed the windows of the car and assaulted the three people inside. The three young men, 17, 18 and 18 sustained minor
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18 year old Man Arrested After Robbery at Convenience Store on Lorne Street
[361 words] 12/8/2022 9:31am
Shortly after 9:35 a.m. this morning, December 8, 2022, we received a call regarding a Robbery that had just taken place at a convenience store on Lorne Street. Information provided was that a man had entered the store, approached the cash, became aggressive with the employee behind the counter and then stole the cash till from the register. The man fled on foot prior to police arrival. The employ
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Two Men Involved in Stabbing on Notre Dame Avenue
[336 words] 12/6/2022 4:21am
We are requesting the Public’s assistance in order to identify two individuals involved in an altercation with another man in the parking lot of the Notre Dame Boys around 12:30 a.m. on November 30, 2022. Around 12:45 a.m. on November 30, 2022, Officers responded to a convenience store on Notre Dame Avenue in relation to a Weapons complaint as a man required immediate medical attention after an al
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Impaired Driver Arrest Leads to Over $35,000 in Illicit Drugs Seized
[577 words] 12/2/2022 10:41am
Just before 5:00 p.m. on December 1st, 2022, we received a call from a concerned community member regarding a woman operating a motor vehicle in an erratic manner, with a male passenger, travelling Eastbound on MR 35 in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that the woman was crossing over both lanes of traffic, almost driving into the ditch and appeared to be having trouble keeping her head u
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The Grinch who Tried to Steal Christmas
[372 words] 11/29/2022 9:43am
On November 27 th, 2022 just after 9:00 p.m., Officers attended a residential area in Azilda in response to what appeared to be a Theft in progress. Information provided by the witness was that at approximately 8:47 p.m., a woman was observed parking her vehicle in the driveway of a residence on Poulin Street, then proceeded to exit the vehicle, walk up the driveway and unplug two lit, decorative
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UPDATE - Man in Critical Condition After Being Dropped off at Emergency Department
[288 words] 11/23/2022 10:17am
UPDATE Through the ongoing investigation, Detectives in the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division have gathered images of the unidentified man who brought the 22 year old man to the hospital (images attached). We are looking to speak with this man in order to determine the events that lead to the 22 year old man sustaining critical injuries. Anyone with information related to
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Over $15,550 of Drugs Seized - Man From Southern Ontario Charged After Failing to Stop for Police
[402 words] 11/23/2022 3:49am
Just before 11:15 p.m. on November 22, 2022, an Officer saw a vehicle belonging to a suspended driver being driven in the area of Paris Street at Cedar Street. Upon running the vehicle, the Officer also determined that the insurance status of the vehicle was unconfirmed and the permit was expired. The Officer turned on the emergency lights of the cruiser in order to conduct a traffic stop, however
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Man in Critical Condition After Being Dropped off at Emergency Department
[220 words] 11/22/2022 6:19am
Around 11:55 p.m. on November 21, 2022, Officers were dispatched to Health Sciences North after a man who had sustained gun shot wounds was brought into the Emergency Department. The man was dropped off by another man who immediately left the scene. They arrived at the hospital in a red SUV (images attached). The 22 year old man from Southern Ontario who sustained gunshot wounds remains in critica
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35 year old Marc Leblanc Wanted on Outstanding Arrest Warrant for Aggravated Assault
[275 words] 11/16/2022 3:04am
Shortly after 8:05 a.m. on November 14, 2022, Officers were dispatched to an address on Willow Street in relation to an Unknown Trouble. Upon arrival, Officers located a 33 year old man who had sustained serious injuries. He was transported to hospital by City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services. It is believed that the man was involved in an altercation with another man who fled the scene prior
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UPDATE 2 - Three Individuals Deceased in Residence on Caruso Street
[186 words] 11/7/2022 10:39am
UPDATE 2 The following is an update related to the fatal events that took place inside a residence on Caruso Street in Coniston. The purpose of this release is to ensure accurate information related to this investigation is shared with our community. Through the investigation and working in collaboration with the Coroner’s Office, it has been determined that the youth took the lives of his parents
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40 year old Man Arrested and Charged After Incident on Stanley Street
[325 words] 11/3/2022 4:58am
Around 1:25 a.m., this morning, November, 3, 2022, Officers were dispatched the area of Regent Street in relation to a Weapons Complaint. Information provided was that two men had been in an altercation at a residence on Stanley Street resulting in one of the men being stabbed by the other. Officers arrived in the area of Regent Street and located a man who had sustained what were believed to be s
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Three Individuals Deceased in Residence on Caruso Street
[339 words] 10/31/2022 3:45am
UPDATE Through the investigation, the three individuals have been identified as 46 year old Brian Desormeaux, 43 year old Janet Desormeaux and 17 year old Ashton Desormeaux; a father, mother and son who all lived in the residence. This incident is being investigated as a Murder Suicide and we continue to work in collaboration with the Coroner’s Office. Due to the sensitive nature of this investiga
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45 year old Man Arrested for Impaired Driving After Fleeing the Scene of Collision
[374 words] 10/25/2022 8:30am
Just before 11:25 p.m. last night, October 24, 2022, Police were dispatched to the area of the Maley Drive ramp heading East just off of Notre Dame Avenue in relation to a single vehicle collision involving a Black Ford F-150. Upon arrival, Officers located two passengers in the vehicle who had sustained injuries as a result of the collision. A 39 year old man was transported to hospital with seri
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24 year old Man Arrested and Charged for Robbery and Firearm Offences
[366 words] 10/17/2022 9:28am
Around 10:15 p.m. on October 16, 2022, Officers attended the area of Mountain Street in relation to a man wanted for a Robbery that occurred on October 7, 2022. Officers conducted a vehicle stop in order to arrest the man. Once the vehicle was stopped the man attempted to flee from the Officers, however, he was taken into custody after a short foot pursuit. Upon searching the man, Officers located
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Early Morning Fire on Richard Lake Road Results in Arrest of 36-Year Old Man
[397 words] 10/14/2022 11:59am
Just before 4:00 a.m. on October 13th, 2022, City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services responded to a structure fire at a campground office building on 2550 Richard Lake Road in Greater Sudbury. Upon extinguishing the fire, Firefighters determined it to be suspicious and contacted Police at approximately 5:45 a.m. Officers from our Patrol Operations and Detectives from our Criminal Investigations Divi
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Detectives Seize Loaded Handgun and Over $56,000 Worth of Drugs as Part of Guns and Gangs Task Force
[404 words] 10/12/2022 11:55am
The Provincial Joint-forces Guns and Gangs Task Force focuses its efforts on major crime operations that pose a direct and elevated threat to the safety, security and wellness of Northern Ontario communities. The Task Force received information that individuals from Southern Ontario were trafficking illicit substances in Greater Sudbury. As part of the ongoing investigation, Detectives applied for
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UPDATE - Driver of Vehicle Arrested - Shooter Still Outstanding - Shots Fired on Grandview Boulevard
[469 words] 10/6/2022 9:10am
UPDATE As a result of the ongoing investigation into the incident that occurred on September 28, 2022 on Grandview Boulevard, Detectives with the assistance of Patrol Operations located and arrested the driver of the vehicle involved in the shooting. On October 5, 2022, Detectives from our Break Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit of the Integrated Crime Section located 19 year old Nolan Cormier on Not
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Four People in Custody After Weapons Complaint on Willow Street
[323 words] 10/5/2022 5:32am
Just before 2:15 a.m. this morning, October 5, 2022, Officers were dispatched to the area of Willow Street in Greater Sudbury after reports of what was believed to be gunshots. Information provided was that multiple gunshots had been heard and that a man had possibly been shot. Upon arrival Officers located a vehicle leaving the area. Officers conducted a traffic stop and while speaking with the i
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Pedestrian - Fatal Collision on Lasalle Blvd & Barrydowne Rd
[377 words] 10/3/2022 11:28am
UPDATE 3 The individual has been identified and spoken to by Investigators. We would like to thank everyone for your assistance with this matter. UPDATE 2 As a result of the ongoing investigation into the fatal collision at the intersection of Lasalle Boulevard at Barrydowne Road on September 13, 2022, Investigators have determined that a third pedestrian was nearly struck by the vehicle involved
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Requesting Assistance to Locate 23-year old Cole Johnson-Whitfield after Hit and Run
[457 words] 9/29/2022 11:14am
Just before 7:30 p.m. on September 17th, 2022, Police received a call in regard to a Disturbance at a residential area on Nesbitt Drive in Greater Sudbury. Information received was that a verbal dispute had ensued and that an individual may have been injured after being struck by a U-Haul truck. Upon arrival, Police located a woman with serious but non-life threatening injuries as a result of bein
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Shots Fired on Grandview Boulevard
[147 words] 9/29/2022 11:12am
Around 9:40 a.m. on September 28th, 2022, Greater Sudbury Police Service responded to reports of gunfire at a residence on Grandview Boulevard. Officers responded to the area and attended a residence on Grandview Boulevard that had sustained damage caused by gunfire. No one was injured during this incident. Investigators are actively canvassing the area for witnesses and video footage that may hav
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GSPS Relay for Reconciliation: Meet Cst. Darrell Rivers
[667 words] 9/22/2022 9:33am
We are humbled to announce our first annual Truth and Reconciliation Relay. From September 1st to September 30th, GSPS members will be logging their daily kilometres completed during work outs, walks, runs, etc. with a goal of completing one kilometre per child that never returned home from Canadian residential schools. This number is estimated to be 10,000 children (however we acknowledge that th -
Multiple Women Experience Symptoms Associated to Being Drugged
[226 words] 9/21/2022 5:42am
Over the weekend, we received reports that multiple women had attended the hospital after experiencing symptoms associated to being drugged. These symptoms started while attending various establishments in the Downtown core on Saturday, September 17, 2022. Detectives continue to investigate these reports in order to determine the number of women who experienced these symptoms. At this time, we do -
Serious Single Vehicle Collision on Paris Street
[222 words] 9/16/2022 5:33am
Just before 2:40 p.m. on September 15, 2022, Officers were dispatched the area of Paris Street at Ramsey Lake Road in relation to a serious, single vehicle collision. City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services were able to get both the driver, a 68 year old man and the passenger, a 65 year old woman out of the vehicle. Both individuals were transported to hospital by City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic S
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GSPS Relay for Reconciliation: Meet Cst. Kevin Powell
[700 words] 9/15/2022 5:48am
We are humbled to announce our first annual Truth and Reconciliation Relay. From September 1st to September 30th, GSPS members will be logging their daily kilometres completed during work outs, walks, runs, etc. with a goal of completing one kilometre per child that never returned home from Canadian residential schools. This number is estimated to be 10,000 children (however we acknowledge that th -
UPDATE - Fatal Collision at Intersection of Lasalle Blvd/Barrydowne Rd Claims Life of 23 y/o Woman
[276 words] 9/14/2022 6:19am
UPDATE As a result of the ongoing investigation into the fatal collision that took the life of a 23 year old young woman and seriously injured a 31 year old man, the driver of the vehicle, 34 year old, Chad Rienguette has been charged with Dangerous Operation Causing Death and Dangerous Operation Causing Bodily Harm. He appeared in Bail Court this morning, September 14, 2022 to answer to the charg
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Fatal Collision on Radar Road Claims Life of 42 year old Man
[215 words] 9/13/2022 7:27am
Shortly before 5:55 a.m. this morning, September 13, 2022, Officers were dispatched to a serious collision involving two vehicles on Radar Road. Information provided was that two vehicles had been involved in a head-on collision, leaving both drivers trapped inside their vehicles. The drivers of the two vehicles involved in the collision were the lone occupants. With the assistance of City of Grea
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Man Involved in Indecent Act Incident
[183 words] 9/12/2022 5:04am
UPDATE - Man Identified and Charged The man has been identified and is currently in Police custody. He has been charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada: • Indecent Act • Nudity • Public Disturbance His name cannot be released as the information has not yet been sworn to through the Court process. He will be released on an Undertaking with a First Appearance Court Da
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GSPS Relay for Reconciliation: Meet Sgt. Matt Hall
[675 words] 9/8/2022 7:48am
We are humbled to announce our first annual Truth and Reconciliation Relay. From September 1st to September 30th, GSPS members will be logging their daily kilometres completed during work outs, walks, runs, etc. with a goal of completing one kilometre per child that never returned home from Canadian residential schools. This number is estimated to be 10,000 children (however we acknowledge that th -
Man Arrested and Charged After Weapons Complaint on Glenview Avenue
[282 words] 9/6/2022 5:19am
Around 7:00 p.m. on September 5, 2022, Officers were dispatched to a residence on Glenview Avenue in Onaping in relation to a Weapons complaint. Information provided was that individuals had been involved in a verbal argument outside a home and as a result of the argument a resident had returned with what was believed to be a firearm. Patrol Officers arrived in the area and set up containment of t
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GSPS Relay for Reconciliation: Meet Catrina Miller, Youth Safety Coordinator
[587 words] 9/1/2022 10:39am
We are humbled to announce our first annual Truth and Reconciliation Relay. From September 1st to September 30th, GSPS members will be logging their daily kilometres completed during work outs, walks, runs, etc. with a goal of completing one kilometre per child that never returned home from Canadian residential schools. This number is estimated to be 10,000 children (however we acknowledge that th -
Officers Pull Man From Vehicle Submerged in Swamp - Driver Charged with Impaired Driving
[279 words] 8/30/2022 4:29am
Around 7:30 p.m. on August 29, 2022, Officers were dispatched to the area of Paris Street and Centennial Drive in relation to a single vehicle collision. Officers quickly arrived on scene and located a single vehicle on its roof in a swamp, submerged in a few feet of water with the driver still inside the vehicle. The Officers immediately jumped into the swamp in order to rescue the man from the v
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Former Administrator at St. Charles College Arrested and Charged with Criminal Negligence
[243 words] 8/26/2022 11:42am
As a result of the investigation into the conduct of the 56 year old Teacher from St. Charles College who has been charged with multiple sexual offences related to inappropriate behavior and touching of students under the age of 16, Detectives from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division have arrested and charged a former Administrator at the school. Due to the sensitive nat
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56 year old Teacher Arrested and Charged with Additional Sexual Offences
[323 words] 8/26/2022 10:17am
UPDATE On August 25, 2022, through the ongoing investigation, Detectives from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division, arrested 56 year old Michael Zanier in relation to additional complaints of inappropriate behaviour and touching involving students under the age of 16. Due to the sensitive nature of the incident and in order to protect the Survivors’ identities, no further
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GSPS Relay for Reconciliation: Meet Cst. James Jefferson
[626 words] 8/25/2022 11:31am
We are humbled to announce our first annual Truth and Reconciliation Relay. From September 1 stto September 30 th, GSPS members will be logging their daily kilometres completed during work outs, walks, runs, etc. with a goal of completing one kilometre per child that never returned home from Canadian residential schools. This number is estimated to be 10,000 children (however we acknowledge that t -
Fatal Collision Involving a Motorcycle in Hanmer
[176 words] 8/22/2022 3:57am
Around 9:10 p.m. on August 20, 2022, GSPS received a call regarding a serious motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a pick-up truck at the intersection of Cote Boulevard at Chenier Street in Hanmer. Members of our Traffic Management Unit, Rural Community Response Unit, and Patrol Operations attended the scene. The driver of the motorcycle had sustained life-threating injuries. City of
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Two Youths Arrested and Charged After Shooting Community Members with Pellet Gun
[452 words] 8/19/2022 10:21am
Shortly after 11:35 p.m. last night, August 18, 2022, we received two Weapons complaints involving the same vehicle and the same individuals. Information provided was that a dark-coloured SUV was being driven in the area of Walnut Street and Lorne Street when one of the individuals inside the vehicle used a pellet gun to shoot a man walking in the area. Shortly after the first call, a second call,
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Requesting Assistance to Locate Owners of Items Recovered During Search Warrant
[536 words] 8/19/2022 6:55am
We are requesting the Public’s assistance in order to locate the rightful owner(s) of items that were recovered during a Search Warrant as some of the items that Officers seized have not yet been reported stolen to Police. Businesses and educational institutions are asked to take inventory of items in order to determine whether or not equipment is missing. The following items were recovered: •
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Greater Sudbury Overall Crime Severity Index Down 4.3 Percent
[778 words] 8/8/2022 10:13am
Every year, Statistics Canada issues a Crime Severity Index (CSI) report for Census Metropolitan Areas across Canada. The CSI is a measure of Police-reported crime that reflects the seriousness of offences by assigning a weighted value to crime types with a higher value being given to more serious crimes. For the first time since 2015, the overall CSI in Greater Sudbury is down. Between 2020 and 2
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25 year old Man Arrested in Toronto and Charged in Relation to Bomb Threat at Court House
[301 words] 8/8/2022 6:50am
At 10:30 a.m. on August 5, 2022, our 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Centre received a phone call regarding a Bomb Threat at Sudbury Court House on Elm Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that a bomb had been left inside the Court House and that it was set to explode. Officers attended the area and set up containment of the building while additional Officers assisted with evacuating
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Officers Arrest Three Men in Connection to Two Break and Enters at the Sudbury Arena
[471 words] 8/3/2022 11:08am
Over the past three days, Officers have arrested and charged three individuals in relation to two separate Break and Enter incidents at the Sudbury Arena. Around 5:10 a.m. on August 1, 2022, Officers responded to a Break and Enter in progress. Upon arriving on scene, Officers were provided with a description of the individual responsible for the B&E. Additional Officers set up containment of the b
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Three Youths Arrested and Charged After Weapons Complaint on Arvo Street
[467 words] 8/3/2022 5:01am
Shortly after 3:20 p.m. on August 2, 2022, we received a call regarding a Weapons complaint at a residence on Arvo Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that three youths had attended the residence and got into a verbal and physical altercation with the residents. As a result of the altercation, one of the youths shot the homeowner in the face with a pellet gun. The three youths left
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20 year old Woman Arrested and Charged in Relation to Grandparent Scam
[372 words] 7/28/2022 5:51am
On Monday, July 25, 2022, we received a call from an elderly community member who believed she was a victim of a Grandparent scam. Information provided was that she was contacted by an individual pretending to be her granddaughter from the phone number 236-335-0168. The individual said that she had been involved in a collision and that Police had located $10,000 worth of Cannabis in her vehicle. A
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Honouring Our Brother in Blue and Friend, Sergeant Richard McDonald
[695 words] 7/28/2022 3:57am
Today, July 28th, we honour and remember our Brother in Blue and friend, Sergeant Richard McDonald. While deploying a spike belt across a roadway on July 28th, 1999, Sgt. Rick McDonald was fatally injured when he was struck by a stolen vehicle that was fleeing police in the early hours of the morning. Sgt. McDonald was a 12-year veteran of the Service. He was survived by his wife, mother, brother
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15 year old Charged in Relation to Indecent Act Incidents on Junction Creek Pathway
[293 words] 7/25/2022 4:27am
UPDATE As a result of the ongoing investigation, Detectives in the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division identified, located and arrested the individual believed to be responsible for numerous Indecent Acts on the Junction Creek walking path in the month of July. On July 24, 2022, Detectives charged a 15 year old with Indecent Act x5 and Criminal Harassment x5. The youth was r
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WANTED: Police Seeking Public Assistance in Locating 36-year old Cordell Miller
[337 words] 7/21/2022 8:05am
UPDATE 2 - Arrested Just before 3:00 p.m. on July 22, 2022, 36-year old Cordell Miller was arrested without incident by members of our Break Enter and Robbery Unit and Tactical Unit in the South End of Sudbury. Cordell was held at Police headquarters overnight and will attend WASH court tomorrow, Saturday, July 23rd 2022 to answer to his charges. We thank the public for your assistance in this
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Two Hamilton Men Arrested and Charged for Kidnapping Sudbury Man
[429 words] 7/18/2022 6:27am
In the early morning hours of Saturday, July 16 th, 2022 a 51-year old man attended Greater Sudbury Police Service headquarters to report that he had been kidnapped by two men on July 7 th, 2022. The men drove him to a location in Hamilton, Ontario, where he was kept against his will for a duration of several days. The men recently brought him back to his residence in Greater Sudbury, upon which t
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Incident on Lasalle Boulevard Leads to Hate-motivated Charges
[406 words] 7/15/2022 8:54am
Around 10:30 p.m. on July 9, 2022, we received a call regarding an Assault that had previously occurred at a convenience store/gas station on Lasalle Boulevard. Information provided was that two individuals had been in a verbal argument where a man made racially charged comments towards another customer resulting in a physical altercation between the two individuals outside of the store. Due to th
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UPDATE 2 - Derreck Elliott Arrested - Attempt Murder on Frood Road
[526 words] 7/14/2022 4:13am
UPATE 2 Last night, July 13, 2022, 29 year old Derreck Elliott was arrested and charged for the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada; Attempt Murder Weapons Dangerous Assault Forcible Confinement Uttering Threats Overcome Resistance, Choking He was held in Police custody overnight and will attend Bail Court today, July 14, 2022 in order to answer to the charges. UPDATE Through th
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UPDATE - Arrest Warrant for 29 year old Derreck Elliott - Attempt Murder on Frood Road
[443 words] 7/13/2022 11:42am
UPDATE Through the ongoing investigation into the Attempt Murder that took place on July 7, 2022 inside a residence on Frood Road, Detectives have identified the man believed to be responsible for the attack. As a result, an Arrest Warrant for 29 year old Derreck Elliot (image attached) has been issued for Attempt Murder, Weapons Dangerous, Assault and additional charges. Derreck Elliott is descri
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Young Man Involved in Indecent Acts Incidents
[188 words] 7/13/2022 9:14am
We are requesting the Public’s assistance in order to identify the individual involved in two Indecent Act incidents that occurred along the Junction Creek walking path between Martindale Road, Regent Street and Kelly Lake Road on July 2, 2022 and July 12, 2022. Information provided is that a young man has been seen exposing and inappropriately touching himself along the path on two separate occas
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Man Operating ATV After Incident on Brabant Street
[294 words] 7/8/2022 11:47am
Around 3:05 p.m. on July 4, 2022, a man described as being between 65-70 years old, around 5’8”-5’10” with a medium build attended a residence on Brabant Street in Azilda. The man was wearing a yellow helmet with a full face shield and was driving ATV when he arrived at the residence. The man knocked at the door of the residence and when the homeowner answered the door, the man lunged towards him
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Stabbing on Frood Road Leaves Man with Life Threatening Injuries
[350 words] 7/8/2022 5:59am
Around 11:55 p.m. on July 7, 2022, an Officer was in the area of Frood Road and Jean Street when he was flagged down by a man. The man explained that he had been involved in an altercation with another man while inside a residence on Frood Road and as a result of the altercation he had been stabbed. The Officer immediately requested City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services and the 51 year old ma
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Youth Involved in Stolen Vehicle Incident After Fleeing Police
[352 words] 7/4/2022 6:31am
Shortly before 5:00 a.m. on July 2, 2022, an Officer was in the area of Valleyview Road in Val Caron when he attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a 2015, dark grey, two-door Dodge Challenger, however, the driver of the vehicle drove around the marked police cruiser with its emergency lights activated and accelerated at a high rate of speed heading West on Valleyview Road. Additional Officers arr
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56-year old Teacher from St. Charles College Arrested and Charged with Sexual Offences
[227 words] 6/30/2022 11:39am
On June 23 rd, 2022 we received a complaint of inappropriate behaviour and touching at St. Charles College, involving a 56-year old male teacher and students under the age of 16. Due to the sensitive nature of the incident and in order to protect the Survivors’ identities, no further details will be provided. As a result of the investigation, on June 30 th, 2022, Detectives of the Major Crime Unit
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Officer Seizes Over $15,500 Worth of Drugs After Aggressive Driving Incident
[364 words] 6/23/2022 5:00am
Around 1:45 p.m. on June 19, 2022, a Patrol Officer was in the area of Elgin Street and St. Anne Road when he saw a 2013 four-door, grey Volkswagon Jetta being driven in an erratic manner. The Officer began to strategically follow the vehicle in order to avoid a pursuit as he believed that the driver would attempt to flee from Police. As the Officer approached the intersection of Patterson Street
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Weapons Complaint on Durham Street Leads to the Arrest of Two Men
[368 words] 6/22/2022 4:51am
Around 9:35 a.m. on June 21, 2022, we were called in relation to a Weapons complaint on Durham Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that two men were seen exchanging what was believed to be a hand gun. Minutes later, Patrol Officers arrived in the area and located the two men based on the description that had been provided to our 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Centre. The two men we
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Volatile Situation on Fleming Street Ends Peacefully After Seven Hours
[444 words] 6/20/2022 9:50am
Around 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, 2022, Officers were dispatched to a residence on Fleming Street in Val Caron in relation to a Weapons complaint. Information provided was that a neighbour dispute had taken place that resulted in a man threatening to shoot community members outside of a residence. The man then attended the residence with what was described as a machete causing damage to the c
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Requesting Assistance to Locate Stolen Vehicle and Identify Woman Responsible for Hit and Run
[417 words] 6/20/2022 5:20am
UPDATE The stolen vehicle has been located abandoned in Southern Ontario. The woman responsible for the Hit and Run is still outstanding. Anyone with information related to the Stolen Vehicle/Hit and Run incident or the identity of the woman responsible is asked to contact us at 705-675-9171. ORIGINAL Just before 5:40 p.m. on Friday, June 17, 2022, a community member attended a food establishmen
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DEU Arrest and Charge Three Individuals in Relation to Drug Trafficking Investigation
[384 words] 6/15/2022 11:55am
At the beginning of June, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) began a Drug Trafficking Investigation into a community member believed to be dealing Fentanyl and Cocaine. It was believed that the drugs were being supplied by a person from Southern Ontario. As part of the investigation, Detectives from our DEU applied for and were granted a Search Warrant for an address on
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Man Apprehended as a Result of Incident on St. George Street
[258 words] 6/15/2022 5:18am
Shortly after 5:35 p.m. on June 14, 2022, we received a call regarding a man in emotional distress on St. George Street in Greater Sudbury. Patrol Officers arrived on scene, set up containment of the residence and began making attempts to speak with the man who had barricaded himself inside the home. Members of our Emergency Response Unit (ERU) arrived on scene and began crisis communications in o -
Pride Month 2022: Meet Sabrina Stalteri
[270 words] 6/7/2022 4:39am
As we continue to recognize and celebrate Pride Month, we honour the courage of community members and members of GSPS who are a part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and those who contribute to creating a safer environment for 2SLGBTQ+ peoples. Meet Sabrina: “Hello Sudbury, I am Cadet Sabrina Stalteri and this month we are celebrating Pride. Pride to me is a special time in the year where appreciation -
Officers Arrest Woman in Connection to Three Robberies
[383 words] 6/6/2022 10:35am
Around 10:30 p.m. on January 20, 2022, a woman covered her face and entered a convenience store on Douglas Street in Greater Sudbury. The woman walked to the register and placed a bag on the counter, demanding money from the till and cartons of cigarettes. During this time, the woman kept her hand in her jacket pocket while insinuating that she had a weapon. The woman fled the scene on foot with a
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911 Emergency Communications Recruitment Session: Meet Meagan Lavallee
[430 words] 6/6/2022 8:12am
Are you looking for a career in a fast paced environment where your strong interpersonal and multitasking skills will help ensure police and public safety? Join us on Monday, June 13th, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. for a virtual information sessionwhere you will learn firsthand about the exciting opportunities a career as a 911 Emergency Communicator with the Greater Sudbury Police Service has to offer! This -
Two for One - BEAR Unit Arrest Two Men in Connection to Robbery on Notre Dame Avenue
[477 words] 6/6/2022 5:40am
Just before 1:10 p.m. on May 23, 2022, a man with his face covered entered a convenience store on Notre Dame Avenue. The man then selected various items and attempted to exit the store without paying for the items. An employee stopped the man and asked him to pay for the items resulting in the man pepper spraying all of the employees in the store. The man then fled the area on foot. The employees
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Homicide Investigation - Man Found Dead Inside Residential Unit on Elm Street
[305 words] 6/2/2022 11:34am
UPDATE Based on the evidence collected at the crime scene and injuries that were discovered during the post mortem conducted through the Coroner’s Office, the death of the 50 year old man is now being investigated as a Homicide involving a firearm. His name will not be released at this time pending the notification of his next of kin. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends. The i
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Elderly Community Member Narrowly Misses Becoming Victim to Grandparent Scam
[720 words] 6/2/2022 5:48am
On March 31st, 2022, an elderly community member had mailed a package with a large sum of money, believing it would be received by a family member in need. Little did the man know at the time, he was being emotionally manipulated by scammers, who were attempting to execute a grandparent scamon him. Fortunately, at the last minute, he realized he was being scammed. In the middle of the night, the m
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Suspicious Death Investigation - Man Found Dead Inside Residential Unit on Elm Street
[255 words] 6/1/2022 5:55am
Around 8:20 p.m. on May 31, 2022, Officers were dispatched to a Person Welfare Check at a residential building on Elm Street as an individual living in one of the units had not been seen in a few days. When Officers arrived on scene and entered the unit, they located a deceased adult man. Based on the investigation, this is being treated as a suspicious death and Detectives from the Major Crime Se
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54 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Sexual Violence-related Offences
[303 words] 5/27/2022 9:10am
On May 25, 2022, Detectives entered into a Human Trafficking-related Investigation involving a youth under the age of 16. Due to the sensitive nature of the incident and in order to protect the Survivor’s identity, no further details will be provided. On May 26, 2022, Detectives from our Integrated Crime Team and our Missing Persons Investigator from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investi
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Sexual Assault Review Committee
[126 words] 5/26/2022 6:22am
In 2017, the Greater Sudbury Police Service formed a sexual assault review committee in collaboration with community partner agencies. As a result, advocates from GSPS, Health Sciences North Violence Intervention Prevention Program (VIPP), Voices for Women, Centre Victoria Pour Femmes, YWCA Genevra House, Laurentian Universityand Sudbury and Area Victim Servicesmeet on a monthly basis to review ca
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Police Week 2022: Meet Melanie Rail
[463 words] 5/20/2022 7:49am
It’s Police Week in Ontario from May 15th-21st, 2022. Public safety involves a collaborative effort within police agencies and between police services, first responders, as well as social and community organizations. Meet Melanie Rail, Public Health Sudbury & Districts: Q: What is your role/title? What is a typical day like in your role? A: I’m a public health nurse with the Mental Health and S -
Police Week 2022: Meet Jessica Kopechanski
[453 words] 5/18/2022 6:09am
It’s Police Week in Ontario from May 15th-21st, 2022. Public safety involves a collaborative effort within police agencies and between police services, first responders, as well as social and community organizations. Meet Jessica Kopechanski: “My role as Coordinator of 200 Larch is to guide and support staff, support individuals accessing services and oversee program operations at the Off the S -
Police Week 2022: Meet TEMS Member Mathew James
[491 words] 5/17/2022 5:31am
It’s Police Week in Ontario from May 15th-21st, 2022. National Police Week began in 1970 as a way for the police to connect with their communities and to increase awareness about the services they provide. Public safety involves a collaborative effort within police agencies and between police services, first responders, as well as social and community organizations. During this public awareness -
60 year old Man Arrested and Charged in Relation to Homicide Investigation in Dowling
[667 words] 5/16/2022 4:14am
UPDATE 2 The victim of this homicide has been identified as 72 year old Gabriel Paul Richards of Dowling. On May 14, 022, members of the Greater Sudbury Police Service arrested a 60 year old man for Murder in relation to this incident. He attended Weekend and Statutory Holiday (WASH) Court Sunday May 15, 2022 to answer to the charge. This is believed to be an isolated incident as the two indivi
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Suspicious Death at Residence on Sturgeon Street in Dowling Now a Homicide Investigation
[302 words] 5/13/2022 11:01am
UPDATE Based on the evidence collected at the crime scene and the blunt-force injuries discovered during the post mortem conducted through the Coroner’s Office, this incident is now being investigated as a Homicide. Through the post mortem, the identity of the man has been confirmed. His name will not be released as Officers are in the process of notifying his next of kin. The investigation into t
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84 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Sexual Assault and Exploitation in Historical Incident
[201 words] 5/13/2022 4:14am
In January 2022, we received a complaint of a historical Sexual Assault that occurred in 1989 involving, at the time, a youth under the age of 16. Due to the sensitive nature of the incident and in order to protect the Survivor’s identity, no further details will be provided. On May 5, 2022, Detectives from the Major Sex Crimes Section of our Criminal Investigation Division arrested and charged 84
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Detectives Investigating Suspicious Death at Residence on Sturgeon Street
[225 words] 5/12/2022 4:53am
Around 10:55 a.m. on May 11, 2022, Officers were dispatched to a residence on Sturgeon Street in Dowling after City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services responded to the home in relation to a man who was unconscious. Unfortunately, the man was pronounced deceased on scene. At this time, we do not have a confirmed identity for the man. Based on the investigation, this is being treated as a suspicious d
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Altercation at Bus Terminal on Kingsway Leads to Arrest of 22 year old Man
[322 words] 5/9/2022 5:45am
Around 5:20 p.m. on Sunday, May 8, 2022, Officers were dispatched to a Disturbance at the Ontario Northland Bus Terminal on the Kingsway. Information provided was that multiple men had been involved in a verbal argument that turned into a physical altercation and it was believed that a gunshot was heard prior to the men leaving the area. Upon arrival Officers located one of the men who had sustain
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Red Dress Artwork Unveiling at N’Swakamok Native Friendship Centre
[515 words] 5/5/2022 12:16pm
Today, we were honoured to be a part of today’s artwork unveiling at N’Swakamok Native Friendship Centre to honour and acknowledge Red Dress Day, and to commemorate Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and 2-Spirit Peoples. This commissioned artwork was created by Kathryn Corbiere of One Kwe Modern Fabrications. We thank the Indigenous community for allowing us to be a part of this mome -
Arrest Made - Shooting at Walmart on Lasalle Boulevard
[747 words] 5/5/2022 4:55am
UPDATE 3 Through the investigation, it was determined that wanted party, Kaden Graham was believed to be inside of a residential unit on Montague Avenue in Greater Sudbury. Detectives applied for and were granted a Warrant to Enter a Dwelling House in order to enter the residence. Around 9:20 p.m. on May 4, 2022, members of our Emergency Response Unit entered the residence and immediately took Kad
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Child Pornography Investigation Spanning 13 Months Results in Four Individuals Arrested and Charged
[174 words] 4/28/2022 6:22am
Over the past 13 months, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit has completed an extensive child pornography investigation resulting in four individuals being charged with multiple child pornography offences. As a result of the investigation, a fourth and final individual involved in this matter, 36-year old Raymond Stargratt, was arrested and charged with the fo
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48-year old Man Arrested and Charged for Attempt Murder on King Street
[343 words] 4/26/2022 7:18am
On April 25 th, 2022 at 7:51 p.m., we received a call in relation to an Unknown Trouble complaint involving a serious assault. Information received was that a woman had been stabbed several times by a man known to her inside their shared residential building. Greater Sudbury Police, Paramedics and Fire arrived on scene to attend to the woman who was in critical condition after suffering serious in
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Motor Vehicle Collision – 6-year old Child Struck by Motor Vehicle on Second Avenue
[239 words] 4/26/2022 5:29am
On April 25 th, 2022 at 7:20 p.m., we received a call in relation to a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian on Second Avenue, northbound between Camelot and Kenwood Street in Greater Sudbury. Information received was that a 6-year old girl had been struck by a motor vehicle. City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services arrived on scene to medically assess the girl, who was in stable condit
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National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week: Meet Brianne Bradley
[300 words] 4/14/2022 11:13am
Our 911 Emergency Communications Centre (ECC) is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. They answer 911 and non-emergency calls while dispatching Police and Fire Services. Not only do our Communicators and Dispatchers answer 911 in an Emergency, but they also ensure the safety of our Officers who are responding to active and evolving situations. This National Public Safety Tel -
Individual Pronounced Deceased After Being Located During Fire Incident on Buchanan Street
[295 words] 4/8/2022 10:47am
Around 9:35 a.m. this morning, April 8, 2022, we received a call from City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services in order to assist with traffic control in the area of Buchanan Street as Firefighters were responding to a residential fire. Upon extinguishing the fire and clearing the building, Firefighters located an unconscious person inside one of the residential units. The individual was transported
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National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week: Meet Andrea Savage
[362 words] 4/8/2022 9:43am
Our 911 Emergency Communications Centre (ECC) is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. They answer 911 and non-emergency calls while dispatching Police and Fire Services. Not only do our Communicators and Dispatchers answer 911 in an Emergency, but they also ensure the safety of our Officers who are responding to active and evolving situations. This National Public Safety Tel
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Welcome George Couchie to the GSPS Spiritual Team
[409 words] 4/8/2022 8:33am
Our volunteer Spiritual Team is comprised of religious, pastoral and spiritual leaders in our community. The purpose of our Spiritual Team is to provide multidenominational services to our Members and their family members and to also participate in community events. Members of our Spiritual Team are available to assist in critical incident stress debriefing; counselling our members in response to -
Requesting Public Assistance to Identify Woman Responsible for Two Robberies
[264 words] 4/8/2022 4:18am
We are requesting the Public assistance to identify the woman responsible for two Robberies at a convenience store on Douglas Street in Greater Sudbury. Around 10:35 p.m. on January 20, 2022, the woman entered a convenience store on Douglas street, approached the counter and demanded money and cigarettes. The woman fled the store on foot with an undetermined amount of cash and cartons of cigarette
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International Investigation into "Welcome To Video" Leads to Arrest of 28 year old Man
[323 words] 4/7/2022 6:12am
In 2019, an International investigation into the purchasing of Internet Child Exploitation materials using Bitcoin from a South Korean Child Pornography website (WTV-WelcomeToVideo) resulted in the takedown of one of the largest Child Pornography websites on the Darknet. ( original article) The investigation was a collaborative effort involving US Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the Britis
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Arrest Warrant for 20 year old Kaden Graham - Shooting at Walmart on Lasalle Boulevard
[638 words] 4/6/2022 10:08am
UPDATE 2 As a result of applying for and being granted an Arrest Warrant for the man believed to be responsible for the shooting, we are requesting the Public’s assistance to locate 20 year Kaden Graham (images attached). The Arrest Warrant is for the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada; Attempted Murder with a Firearm Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm Possession of a Weapon f
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UPDATE - Man Arrested and Charged - Requesting Assistance to Identify Driver of Suspicious Vehicle
[394 words] 4/4/2022 9:14am
UPDATE As part of the investigation it was determined that the same vehicle and same man were involved in five separate incidents between January 30 and March 23, 2022. Through the investigation, Detectives from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division identified, located and arrested the man believed to be involved in all of the reported incidents. On April 1, 2022, Detectiv
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Man Charged with Utter Threats and Assault with a Weapon After Incident on Orell Street
[286 words] 4/1/2022 5:50am
Shortly after 3:30 p.m. on March 31, 2022, we received a call regarding a Weapons complaint at a residential building on Orell Street in Garson. Information provided was that one of the tenants had attended another unit within the building, banged on the door and when the resident answered, the man displayed a baton and threatened the resident. The man then returned to his unit and barricaded hims
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Heavy Police Presence Overnight at Walmart on Lasalle After Shooting
[214 words] 4/1/2022 5:23am
Around 8:45 p.m. on March 31, 2022, we received a call regarding a shooting at the Walmart on Lasalle Boulevard. Information provided was that shortly before Police were called two men were involved in an altercation inside of the doors to Walmart where one of the men displayed a gun and shot the other man. The man responsible for the shooting fled the scene prior to Police arrival. Upon arrival,
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Front Lobby of Headquarters - 190 Brady Street
[130 words] 3/30/2022 9:28am
Please note access to our main lobby will be unrestricted from 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Monday to Friday. Outside of these hours, access to our main lobby will be restricted, however access can be gained by ringing the door bell located to the right of the main doors. -
Man Arrested and Charged After Weapons Complaint on Spruce Street
[428 words] 3/28/2022 4:44am
Shortly after 7:00 p.m. on March 27, 2022, we received a call regarding a man in emotional distress at a residence on Spruce Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that the man had attended the residence and had been in an altercation with a person inside the home. Additional information provided was that he was in possession of a firearm, as well as, a conducted energy weapon. The pe
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Deceased Person Located by Firefighters After Residential Fire
[268 words] 3/25/2022 12:02pm
Around 9:50 a.m. we received a call from City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services in relation to a deceased person located inside of a residence after Firefighters responded to a residential fire on Tedman Avenue. Information provided was that Firefighters had extinguished the fire in a residential unit and upon clearing the residence, they located a deceased person. At this time, police are attempti
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National Impaired Driving Prevention Week
[423 words] 3/22/2022 10:34am
It is National Impaired Driving Prevention Week and the goal of this awareness week is to educate Canadians about the consequences of impaired driving due to alcohol, drugs, fatigue or distraction. Impaired driving destroys the lives and health of thousands of Canadians each year. Impaired driving and its tragic consequences are 100% preventable. Crashes involving alcohol and/or drugs are a lead
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Serious Collision Involving a Pedestrian on Notre Dame Avenue at King Street
[204 words] 3/18/2022 5:17am
Around 2:25 a.m. this morning, Friday, March 18, 2022, we received a call regarding a collision involving a pedestrian at the intersection of Notre Dame Avenue and King Street. City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services transported the 28 year old man to hospital with life-threatening injuries. He remains in critical condition in the hospital. His name will not be released out of respect for his f
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Suspicious Fires at Two Local Businesses Appear to be Targeted and Connected
[332 words] 3/17/2022 4:21am
Shortly after 6:20 a.m. on March 16, 2022 we received a call to assist City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services as Firefighters were responding to a structure fire at a local business on Regent Street in Greater Sudbury. Officers attended the area in order to close Regent Street in both directions while Firefighters extinguished the fire. Upon extinguishing the fire, the incident was determined to be
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DEU Executes Cannabis Act Search Warrant at Business on Lasalle Boulevard
[241 words] 3/10/2022 8:13am
We received numerous complaints from community members in relation to an illegal Cannabis dispensary operating on Lasalle Boulevard. Members of our Integrated Crime Section – Drug Enforcement Unit began an investigation into the matter that resulted in a Cannabis Act Search Warrant being executed at a local business on Lasalle Boulevard on March 9, 2022. As a result of the investigation and execut
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Fatal Snowmobile Collision Claims Life of 41 year old Man
[188 words] 3/10/2022 3:24am
Just before 1:30 p.m. on March 9, 2022, we received a call regarding a single snowmobile collision on Whitewater Lake near the end of Fire Route P in Azilda. The snowmobile was being driven eastbound when it struck a snow drift and the driver was ejected from the vehicle sustaining serious injuries. Members of our Rural Community Response and Traffic Management Units arrived on scene, as well as,
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There is No Such Thing as a Routine Call
[390 words] 3/7/2022 5:53am
Around 6:20 p.m. on March 4, 2022, Officers attended a residence on Sable Street in Greater Sudbury in order to arrest an individual on reasonable and probable grounds for Criminal Harassment. When Officers arrived at the residence, the man exited the home with what appeared to be an explosive device, pulled the pin from the device and threw it towards the Officers. The device began to dispense sm
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Man Responsible for Robbery on Falconbridge Road
[238 words] 3/2/2022 10:41am
We are requesting the Public’s assistance to identify the man responsible for a Robbery at a convenience store on Falconbridge Road on January 24, 2022. Shortly after 1:00 a.m. a man entered a convenience store on Falconbridge Road, approached the cash, showed a knife and demanded money. The man fled the store with an undisclosed amount of cash by driving away in a pick-up truck prior to Police ar
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DEU Seizes Close to $72,000 Worth of Illicit Drugs
[513 words] 2/28/2022 10:45am
As part of the Integrated Crime Section (ICS), our Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) continues its ongoing effort to address the Opioid crisis impacting our community with a specific focus on drug distribution in the Downtown core. The DEU received information that an individual from Southern Ontario was actively providing illicit substances including Fentanyl to street level drug traffickers that were
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GSPS Media Release - Search Warrants Executed at 744 Bruce Ave in Relation to Forcible Confinement
[432 words] 2/28/2022 8:57am
On February 25, 2022, we received information that an individual was being held against their will at 744 Bruce Avenue and that there were firearms inside the residence. Members of our Integrated Crime Section supported by our Emergency Response Unit attended the address and were able to make contact with the individuals inside the residence. Through negotiations led by our Crisis Negotiators, all
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Requesting Assistance - Dash Camera Footage - Arson on Lasalle Boulevard
[171 words] 2/25/2022 6:09am
We are requesting the Public’s assistance in relation to an Arson on Lasalle Boulevard the night of February 22, 2022. Around 11:45 p.m. on February 22, 2022, City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services responded to a structure fire at 1212 Lasalle Boulevard. Upon extinguishing the fire, Firefighters determined the fire to be suspicious and contacted Police. Detectives from the Major Crime Section of ou
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UPDATE - Two Men Arrested and Charged in Relation to Bruce Avenue Shooting
[661 words] 2/23/2022 9:04am
UPDATE 2 Just before 9:00 a.m. this morning, February 23, 2022, Detectives from our Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division located and arrested 45 year old Michael Grant in Port Stanley, Ontario on an Arrest Warrant for the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada; Second Degree Murder Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition While Prohibited Possession of a Weapon fo
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Taxi Driver Charged With Impaired Operation - He Was Intaxicated
[279 words] 2/22/2022 6:14am
Around 10:00 a.m. on February 19, 2022, a Taxi Driver attended the Collision Reporting Centre in Azilda to report a rear-end collision involving the Taxi cab. While the vehicle was parked in the parking lot of the Collision Reporting Centre, off-duty Officers were arriving at work at the Police Community Response Centre when they detected a strong odour of Cannabis coming from the Taxi cab. As the
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UPDATE - 27 year old Man Arrested and Charged in Relation to Fatal Hit and Run on Walford Road
[463 words] 2/9/2022 4:58am
UPDATE 2 Through the investigation, investigators identified the driver believed to be responsible for the fatal Hit and Run collision that occurred on February 1, 2022 near the intersection of Walford Road and Ramsey View Court in Greater Sudbury. As part of the ongoing investigation, Officers applied for and were granted a Criminal Code Search Warrant for a residential property in Sault Ste. Mar
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Requesting Assistance to Locate Vehicle - Fatal Hit and Run Collision - Walford Road
[283 words] 2/3/2022 3:09am
UPDATE Through the investigation it has been determined that a Dodge Ram pick-up truck (images attached) was traveling Westbound on Walford Road when it struck a pedestrian near the intersection of Ramseyview Court. The truck sustained significant damage to the front grill that is described as a black honeycomb patter. The driver of the truck fled the scene in the vehicle without stopping to assis
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Man Responsible for Sexual Assault
[281 words] 1/31/2022 6:07am
UPDATE As a result of the investigation, a 44 year old man has been identified, arrested and charged with Sexual Assault in relation to this matter. He will appear in Court on April 6, 2022 to answer to the charge. His name cannot be released as it has not yet been sworn to through the Court process. This is believed to be an isolated incident. We would like to thank the Public for your assistance
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Heavy Police Presence on Bruce Avenue After Early Morning Shooting
[343 words] 1/21/2022 3:45am
UPDATE Unfortunately, the 62 year old man who was transported to hospital as a result of this incident has been pronounced deceased. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends. His name will not be released as we are in the process of notifying his next of kin. As a result of his death, this is now a Homicide investigation. Through the investigation it has been determined that the 62
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Too Hot to Handle - Not to be Confused with the Netflix Original Series
[361 words] 1/17/2022 6:16am
Shortly after 4:30 p.m. on January 10, 2022, we received a call from City of Greater Fire Services as Firefighters were on scene of a kitchen fire inside one of the units at the Richard Lake Motel. During the initial investigation, Officers and Firefighters found evidence that the occupant was using a butane stove within the Motel room when an explosion took place blowing out the window of the roo
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31 year old Man Arrested and Charged After Scary Situation at Tim Hortons in Azilda
[289 words] 1/6/2022 8:33am
Around 11:40 a.m. today, January 6, 2022, we received a call regarding a Weapons complaint at the Tim Hortons in Azilda. Information provided was that a man had entered the restaurant and a staff member saw what was believed to be a firearm in the waistband of his pants. Members of our 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Centre remained on the phone with the staff member as Members of Patrol Operations
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Person Responsible for Theft of Motor Vehicle and B&E
[290 words] 1/5/2022 11:06am
Around 9:30 p.m. on January 4, 2022, a community member attended a convenience store on Douglas Street in Greater Sudbury. At the time, the community member was driving a 2010 Grey Nissan Versa Note. The community member left the vehicle running and quickly attended the store. Minutes later the community member returned to the parking lot only to find that the vehicle was gone. Early this morning,
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Requesting Assistance to Locate 39 year old Jonathan Cushing
[223 words] 12/21/2021 3:45am
UPDATE Around 4:50 p.m. on December 22, 2021, 39 year old Jonathan Cushing was located on Larch Street and was arrested on a First Instance Warrant by Members of our Break Enter and Robbery (BEAR) and Intelligence Units. We would like to thank everyone who shared the media release and those who contacted Police with information. Your assistance is always greatly appreciated. ORIGINAL We are reques
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24 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Murder After Stabbing on Lisgar Street
[386 words] 12/15/2021 10:43am
UPDATE The deceased man has been identified as 39-year-old Jeffery Drysdale. We are releasing his name with his family’s permission. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends and we ask that you respect their privacy during this very difficult time. As the investigation is ongoing, the 24-year-old man arrested for the violent attack has now been charged with First Degree Murder, Ass
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Double Trouble: Two Drivers Provide Breath Samples Two and a Half Times Over the Legal Limit
[232 words] 12/13/2021 8:51am
This past weekend, our Traffic Management Unit conducted two #AnywhereAnytimeRIDE spot checks in Greater Sudbury to ensure driver sobriety. In total, Officers stopped and checked 705 vehicles. Of those 705 drivers, two were found to be impaired by alcohol after providing breath samples two and a half times over the legal limit. Both drivers were charged with Operation while Impaired and will appea
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DEU Arrests Man from Southern Ontario and Seizes Close to $180,000 Worth of Drugs
[584 words] 12/9/2021 4:29am
As part of the Integrated Crime Section (ICS), our Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) continues its ongoing effort to address the opioid crisis impacting our community with a specific focus on drug distribution in the Downtown core. The DEU received information that an individual was actively selling illicit substances including Fentanyl in the West-end and the Downtown core of Greater Sudbury. The Integ
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911 Communicator Kevin D'Aoust Presented with Chief's Nickel Award
[537 words] 12/2/2021 7:15am
On August 2nd, 2021, a young woman was operating a Sea Doo on Ramsey Lake where she suddenly went into a state of medical distress. Her 911 call was answered by GSPS Communicator, Kevin D’Aoust. It was incredibly challenging for Kevin to obtain information from the woman as she was in severe distress. After roughly two minutes of constant probing, Kevin was able to determine that the caller was o
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GSPS Moose Hunt Pilot Project
[454 words] 12/1/2021 6:02am
Last night, we held our concluding ceremony and feast for our first ever Mooz Akinonmaaget Maa Aki, Moose Hunt initiative. Spear-headed by Cst. Darrell Rivers, GSPS Indigenous Liaison Officer, this initiative aimed to assist in building positive relationships between Indigenous Youth and GSPS Officers based on mutual respect, cultural awareness and inclusivity. In partnership with Niijaansinaanik
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Man Spends Night at Hotel Brady After Falling Asleep at the Wheel
[462 words] 11/18/2021 9:12am
Around 4:05 p.m. on November 16, 2021, we received information regarding a possible impaired driver. The driver appeared to be passed out at the wheel while at the intersection of Notre Dame Avenue at Kathleen Street. The driver then began driving the vehicle up Notre Dame Avenue almost striking several other cars on the roadway before turning onto King Street. Once on King Street the driver proce
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Man Arrested and Charged with Criminal Harassment
[272 words] 11/17/2021 9:15am
Shortly after 2:00 p.m. on November 16, 2021, we received a call regarding a disturbance at the residence of Mayor Brian Bigger. Information provided was that a man had attended the residence and began causing a disturbance, banging on the front door and yelling while videotaping the home. This caused Mayor Bigger and his family to fear for their safety. The man left the area prior to Police arriv
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Youth Arrested and Charged After Hate-motivated Lyrics Posted to Social Media
[233 words] 11/15/2021 9:55am
On November 11, 2021, we received a report in relation to a hate-motivated incident involving a young person. Information provided was that the young person had written lyrics to a song, recorded the lyrics and then posted the song to social media. The lyrics contained hateful and threatening comments directed towards another young person based on their sexual orientation, as well as, references t
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Weapons Complaint on Mountain Street - Officers Seize Two Replica Handguns
[439 words] 11/12/2021 8:55am
Shortly after 3:30 p.m. on November 11, 2021, we received a call regarding a Weapons Complaint on Mountain Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that a man was seen pointing what was described as a handgun at another person. Officers arrived in the area and located a man matching the description of the potentially armed party walking with a woman on Mountain Street. Both individuals
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Gunshots Heard Early This Morning on Mont Adam Street
[245 words] 11/12/2021 3:18am
Just after 5:20 a.m. this morning, Friday, November 12, 2021, we received a call regarding a Weapons Complaint in the area of Mountain Street at Mont Adam Street. Information provided was that gunshots were heard by residents of the area. Patrol Officers quickly arrived on scene and located multiple ammunition casings. Officers have closed Mont Adam Street from Mountain Street to Sunrise Ridge Dri
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Man Wanted in Connection to Shooting in Toronto Arrested in Greater Sudbury
[261 words] 11/3/2021 4:44am
Yesterday evening, November 2, 2021, we received information that an individual wanted in connection to a Shooting in Toronto was potentially in Greater Sudbury. Detectives from our Integrated Crime Section began an investigation into the information that the man was believed to be inside a residence on Eva Avenue. Upon confirming that the man was inside the residence, members of our Emergency Res
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Cat(alytic) Reflexes Lead to Two Arrests
[329 words] 11/2/2021 11:14am
Just before 12:30 a.m. this morning, November 2, 2021, we received a call regarding a Suspicious Person outside of a residence on Ramsey View Court in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that two men were seen underneath a parked vehicle and it appeared that they were attempting to remove parts from the vehicle. A short time later, Officers arrived in the area and saw two men fleeing the sce
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Meritorious Action Award: Sergeant Matt Hall
[441 words] 10/26/2021 8:25am
The Meritorious Action Award recognizes members of the Police Service for exceptional performance of duty, community policing initiatives, or innovative initiative that enhances the image or operation of the Service. In 2017, Sergeant Matt Hall began his role as the Community Mobilization Unit (CMU) Liaison Officer where he undertook the responsibility of being the Police lead for the Rapid Mobili -
Chief's Honorary Distinction Award: Conservation Officer Mitch Turcott
[476 words] 10/22/2021 9:10am
The Chief’s Honorary Distinction Award is reserved to celebrate the commitment, dedication, and service in recognition of members who are distinguished by their significant contributions and dedication to protecting the community above the call of duty, and whose excellence and distinction reflect positively on policing and public safety. Around 2:30 p.m. on May 18, 2020, a Greater Sudbury Police
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Early Morning Collision on Notre Dame Avenue at King Street Involving Pedestrian
[633 words] 10/22/2021 7:46am
Around 2:16 a.m. this morning, Friday, October 22 nd, 2021, we received a call in relation to a pedestrian who had been struck by a North-bound Honda CRV on Notre Dame Avenue at King Street. The 21-year old man suffered serious but non-life threatening injuries and was transported to Health Sciences North where he remains in stable condition. The driver of the Honda CRV, a 41-year old woman, susta
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32-Year Old Man Charged with Attempt Murder on Dublin Street
[529 words] 10/18/2021 1:22pm
Just after 2:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 16th, 2021, we received a call in relation to an Unknown Trouble at a residence on Dublin Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided from the caller was that an individual had ran out of the residence screaming that someone was hurt and that an ambulance was required. Prior to this, the caller had witnessed a different man, with a slim build, fleeing
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Police Assistance Award: Aaron Laberge
[383 words] 10/18/2021 5:48am
Although we could not gather in person for the Community and Police Awards Gala, we would still like to formally recognize members of our Service and of the Public who have had a direct impact on community safety and well-being in Greater Sudbury. The Police Assistance Award is presented to a citizen of Greater Sudbury to recognize the unselfish assistance rendered to aid another person. Around 1
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Sgt. Richard McDonald Memorial Award: D/Cst. Ryan Hutton
[468 words] 10/13/2021 5:31am
Although we could not gather in person for the Community and Police Awards Gala, we would still like to formally recognize members of our Service and of the Public who have had a direct impact on community safety and well-being in Greater Sudbury. The Sergeant Richard McDonald Memorial Award is presented to a Police Service member in recognition of their enthusiasm and positive attitude that signi -
Shooting on Bruce Avenue - Homicide Investigation
[207 words] 10/12/2021 5:34am
At around 10:00 p.m. on October 11, 2021, we were called in relation to a Weapons complaint on Bruce Avenue after there were reports of gunshots. When Officers arrived on scene they located a 40 year old man deceased inside of a residential unit. It is believed that he died as a result of being shot. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends. His name will not be released out of res
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Person(s) Responsible for Arson on Eyre Street
[227 words] 10/6/2021 9:34am
Around 7:20 a.m. on October 1, 2021 we received a call from City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services after Firefighters responded to a structure fire on Eyre Street. Upon extinguishing the fire, Firefighters deemed the fire to be suspicious and contacted Police. At the time of the fire, the building was abandoned. There were no injuries reported as a result of the incident, however, the structure did
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Cst. Joseph MacDonald Memorial Award: Craig Maki
[687 words] 10/5/2021 8:17am
Although we could not gather in person this year or last year for the Community and Police Awards Gala, we would still like to formally recognize members of our Service and of the Public who have had a direct impact on community safety and well-being in Greater Sudbury. The Constable Joseph MacDonald Memorial Award is presented to a Police Service member who has demonstrated outstanding service to -
Nicole Belair Service Above-Self Award: Pascal Bedard
[444 words] 9/28/2021 4:54am
Although we could not gather in person this year for the Community and Police Awards Gala, we would still like to formally recognize members of our Service and of the Public who have had a direct impact on community safety and well-being in Greater Sudbury. Today, we present the 2021 Nicole Belair Service Above-Self Memorial Award to Pascal Bedard, a community member from Greater Sudbury. The Ni
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17 year old Arrested and Charged - Stabbing on Medina Lane
[421 words] 9/23/2021 10:26am
UPDATE Through the investigation, Detectives identified the individual believed to be responsible for the stabbing as a 17 year old young man from Greater Sudbury. Just before 12:40 a.m. this morning, September 23, 2021, Detectives from our Break Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit of our Integrated Crime Section assisted by Patrol Officers located and arrested the youth on Elgin Street in Greater Sudbu
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Heroic Action Award: Cst. Jon Barry, A/Sgt. Dan Duguay and CGS Paramedic Chris Gilbert
[77 words] 9/23/2021 8:27am
WARNING: The following contains subject matter that may be triggering or disturbing to some readers (includes details of an attempt suicide). If you are in a crisis or feeling overwhelmed, please reach out for assistance. Call 911 in an emergency and/or where there is an immediate threat to your safety or the safety of others. Additionally, Sudbury and Area Victim Services (SAVS)is a 24/7 communit
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UPDATE - 24 year old Man Arrested - Erratic Driving and Hit and Run Incidents Longyear Drive
[599 words] 9/22/2021 5:47am
UPDATE Around 6:15 p.m. yesterday evening, September 21, 2021, we received a call regarding a man matching the description of the driver involved in the incidents earlier that day. Information provided was that the man was seen in the area of Falconbridge Highway and Longyear Drive. Officers attended the area and located the man. Officers confirmed that it was the man believed to be involved in th
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Officers in Area of Falconbridge Hwy and Longyear Drive After Erratic Driving/Hit and Run Incidents
[416 words] 9/21/2021 7:01am
Around 9:30 a.m. we received a call regarding an erratic driver in the area of Cote Boulevard in the Valley. Information provided was that the driver of a pick-up truck was doing donuts in the middle of the roadway. The vehicle was then seen being driven into oncoming traffic and was involved in a collision in the area of Skead Road. The driver fled in the vehicle prior to Police arrival. Fortunat
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Residential Fire on Antwerp Avenue Claims Life of One Individual
[188 words] 9/21/2021 6:17am
Around 6:10 a.m. this morning, September 21, 2021, we were contacted by City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services after Firefighters responded to a residential fire on Antwerp Avenue. Upon entering the residence, Firefighters located a deceased individual inside one of the units. At this time, we do not have a confirmed identity of the deceased person. We are working in collaboration with the Coroner’
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29-year old Man Arrested and Charged with Child Pornography Offences
[181 words] 9/16/2021 9:44am
On September 15th, 2021, our Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Units in conjunction with the Tactical and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 29-year old Robert Cunningham was arrested and charged with the following offences: Access Child Pornography x 1 Possess Child Pornography x 1 Make Avail
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Staff Sergeant Laura Wawryszyn Nominated for OWLE Leadership Award
[707 words] 9/16/2021 6:40am
Congratulations Staff Sergeant Laura Wawryszyn on being nominated by her peers for an OWLE Leadership Award! The OWLE (Ontario Women in Law Enforcement)Leadership award is presented to a woman in law enforcement who inspires others; is an excellent role model; positively influences the actions and opinions of others; encourages and supports colleagues; shows initiative; perseveres in the face of
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Requesting Assistance - Stabbing Overnight on Medina Lane
[266 words] 9/16/2021 5:39am
Around 8:30 p.m. on September 15, 2021, we were called in relation to an Assault with a Weapon in the area of Medina Lane in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that an unknown individual had stabbed a woman while she was walking on the path off of Medina Lane. Upon arrival Officers located a 26 year old woman who had sustained what is believed to be a stab wound. She was transported to hosp
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Requesting Public Assistance - Arrest Warrant - 28 year old Illays "Elliot" Mohamed
[306 words] 9/15/2021 10:15am
UPDATE This afternoon, September 27, 2021, Officer from Patrol Operations located and arrested 28 year old Illays "Elliot" Mohamed on Notre Dame Avenue. ORIGINAL Around 4:30 a.m. on September 14, 2021, we were called in relation to a serious Assault at a residence on King Street. Information provided was that two men had been involved in an altercation inside of the residence and one of the men ha
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32 year old Man Arrested and Charged in Relation to Robbery on Falconbridge Road
[181 words] 9/10/2021 12:13pm
In addition to the First Degree Murder charge stemming from the Homicide Investigation, 32 year old Kyle Smith has since been charged with Robbery with a Weapon and Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose in relation to the Robbery that occurred at a convenience store on Falconbridge Road yesterday evening. He attended Bail Court today, September 10, 2021 to answer to the charges and has si
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UPDATE 3 - ARRESTED - 32 year old Kyle Smith - Homicide Investigation
[974 words] 9/9/2021 6:11pm
UPDATE 3 Around 9:30 p.m. Members of our Emergency Response Unit located and arrested 32 year old Kyle Smith in the area of Falconbridge Road. 32 year old Edgar “Kyle Smith” has been charged with the following under the Criminal Code of Canada; First Degree Murder Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose Failure to Stop at the Scene of a Collision Fai
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UPDATE 2 - Arrest Warrant for 32 year old Kyle Smith - Homicide Investigation
[801 words] 9/9/2021 5:16pm
UPDATE 2 Around 5:05 p.m. this evening, September 9, 2021, we received a call regarding a Robbery that had just taken place at a convenience store on Falconbridge Road. Information provided was that two individuals entered the convenience store, threatened the employee, pepper sprayed multiple people inside the store and stole various items before fleeing the area on foot prior to police arrival.
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Three Individuals Arrested and Charged After Assault on Murray Street
[356 words] 9/9/2021 7:48am
Shortly before 9:30 p.m. on September 8, 2021, we were called in relation to an Assault in the area of Murray Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that individuals could be heard fighting and that someone had been stabbed. Upon arrival, Officers located a 43 year old woman who had sustained what are believed to be stab wounds and a 43 year old man who had sustained injuries as a res
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UPDATE - Arrest Warrant for 32 year old Kyle Smith - Homicide Investigation
[505 words] 9/8/2021 12:47pm
UPDATE As a result of the ongoing investigation, Detectives from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division have identified the man believed to be responsible for the violent attack. An Arrest Warrant has been issued for 32 year old Edgar “Kyle" Smith (image attached) for the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada; First Degree Murder Dangerous Operation of a Mot
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Early Morning Collision Involving a Pedestrian Being Investigated as a Homicide
[361 words] 9/7/2021 6:20am
Around 2:30 a.m. this morning, September 7, 2021, we received a call regarding a Collision involving a pedestrian in the area of Lasalle Boulevard and Notre Dame Avenue. The driver of the involved vehicle fled the scene in the vehicle prior to Police arrival. The 30 year old pedestrian was transported to hospital by City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services with critical injuries. Unfortunately h
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28 year old Man Involved in Robbery and Erratic Driving Incident Arrested
[422 words] 9/3/2021 6:49am
Around 10:30 a.m. on September 2, 2021, we received a call from an establishment on Riverside Drive in relation to a Robbery that had just occurred. Information provided was that a man had driven a truck into the front of the building, attended the pharmacy inside and stole narcotics along with other items. The driver then fled the scene in the vehicle. Minutes later we received a call regarding a
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You Snooze, You Lose (Your Stash)
[339 words] 9/2/2021 11:59am
Just before 10:20 p.m. on September 1, 2021, we received a call in relation to a Suspicious Vehicle parked in the parking lot of an establishment on Notre Dame Avenue West in Azilda. Information provided was that the parked vehicle was running and both individuals inside appeared to be asleep. When Officers arrived on scene they were able to wake up both individuals who showed signs of being impai
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When it Rains, it Snows - DEU Officers Seize Almost $218,000 in Cocaine and Fentanyl
[472 words] 8/31/2021 12:38pm
In June of 2021, our Drug Enforcement Unit (D.E.U) of the Integrated Crime Section working in collaboration with the Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P) Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (O.C.E.B.) with assistance from the Criminal Intelligence Service of Ontario (C.I.S.O.) initiated multiple investigations intended to disrupt drug trafficking operations entering and operating within the City of Gr
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Police Community Leader Award: Kevin Powell
[518 words] 8/31/2021 8:34am
Although we could not gather in person this year for the Community and Police Awards Gala, we would still like to formally recognize members of our Service and of the Public who have had a direct impact on community safety and well-being in Greater Sudbury. Over the next two months, we’ll be sharing the recipients of each respective award on our social media channels. Today, we present the Police
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43 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Numerous Child Pornography Offences
[365 words] 8/25/2021 7:46am
UPDATE Since the arrest of James “Jamie” Doucette on August 24, 2021, Detectives from our Internet Child Exploitation Unit have continued to investigate information related to the initial investigation. As a result, James Doucette has also been charged with the following offences: • Sexual Interference x3 • Sexual Assault (child) x3 • Sexual Assault (adult) • Invitation to Sexual Touching x2 •
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Two Men Arrested and Charged in Relation to Lloyd Street Shooting
[451 words] 8/20/2021 6:02am
UPDATE On the afternoon of August 14, 2021, Members of our Emergency Response Unit including our Canine Unit conducted a search in the area of Lloyd Street in relation to the shooting that took place early that morning. During the Canine search, Officers located a bicycle and two firearms in a wooded area. One of the firearms was a replica revolver; however the second firearm that was located is b
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Driver Uses RV to Ram Police Cruisers During Impaired Driving Incident
[464 words] 8/9/2021 7:56am
Just after 6:00 p.m. on August 8, 2021, we received a call regarding an Impaired Driver as the individual had been seen consuming numerous alcoholic beverages prior to getting behind the wheel of an RV. The vehicle was last seen on MR80 in Val Caron heading towards New Sudbury. Around 6:10 p.m. Officers located the vehicle on Notre Dame Avenue and conducted a traffic stop. The Officers approached
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Wish Come True: GSPS Traffic Officers Join In On Dream Ride
[461 words] 8/6/2021 8:39am
Yesterday, Cst. Hinds, Cst. Rancourt and Cst. Gosselin of our Traffic Management Unit attended St. Joseph's Health Centre of Sudburyto help make one of their residents’ wishes come true. Jim Oman is a long time motorcycle enthusiast who had plans to continue riding, but unfortunately suffered a stroke that has prevented him from doing so. Riding in a motorcycle sidecar across town has been his dr
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Driver of Silver Ford F150
[153 words] 8/5/2021 7:15am
On July 30 th, 2021, Police were called in relation to a man driving a silver Ford F150 in the area of the Vermillion Lake Boat Launch on Gordon Lake Road who had discarded papers out of the vehicle window containing explicit content. We are seeking the public’s assistance to identify the truck and or its operator. At this time, we do not have any descriptors of the man. This matter is currently b
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Three Men Arrested and Charged with Attempt Murder After Incident at Laurentian University
[281 words] 7/30/2021 11:06am
Around 1:00 a.m. on July 29, 2021, we responded to an Assault complaint at Laurentian University. Upon arrival Officers found a 27 year old man unconscious in the wooded area on the University’s property. He was transported to hospital by City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services in serious condition. Later that day, Detectives in the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division arr
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World Day Against Human Trafficking in Persons
[490 words] 7/30/2021 4:16am
Today, July 30, 2021, is the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Human trafficking is a criminal offence that involves the exploitation of a person through force, coercion, threat, fraud or deception, for the financial gain of the exploiter. Domestic Sex Trafficking, specifically, occurs when a person controls, manipulates and intimidates another person into providing sexual services where t
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Man Responsible for Stabbing in Memorial Park
[281 words] 7/29/2021 10:02am
Just before 2:40 p.m. on July 1, 2021, Officers responded to an Assault with a Weapon in the area of Memorial Park. Information provided was that a man had stabbed another man and fled the scene on foot. Upon arrival, Officers located a man in Memorial Park who had sustained what was believed to be a stab wound to his arm. The 34 year old man was transported to hospital by City of Greater Sudbury
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Man Responsible for Assault on Elm Street
[306 words] 7/26/2021 10:06am
Just before 3:45 p.m. on July 22, 2021, we received a call regarding an Assault at the corner of Elm Street and Paris Street near the crosswalk. Information provided was that a man was seen assaulting a woman after he knocked her down and began to kick her multiple times. Officers arrived on scene, however, the man fled prior to Police arrival and the woman was no longer in the area. Around 5:30 p
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BEAR Unit Arrests Man in Connection to Numerous Commercial Break and Enters in New Sudbury
[382 words] 7/14/2021 9:59am
Between April 15 and July 4, 2021, eight commercial Break and Enters were reported by local businesses in the New Sudbury area. The string of B&E’s was assigned to our Break Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit of our Integrated Crime Team as it was suspected that the same individual was involved in all of the incidents. Through the investigation, Detectives identified a man believed to be responsible fo
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Hot Pursuit Ends in Arrest and Seizure of Over $63,700 Worth of Drugs
[477 words] 7/6/2021 5:12am
Around 5:30 p.m. on July 5, 2021, we received a call regarding a suspicious person at a residence on College Street. Information provided was that a man appeared to be armed with brass knuckles and was believed to be intoxicated by drugs. Officers arrived in the area, saw the man and confirmed that he was armed with brass knuckles. Upon seeing the Police cruisers, the man took off running down an
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Changes to the Highway Traffic Act Effective July 1st 2021
[549 words] 6/30/2021 12:39pm
The Greater Sudbury Police is committed to road safety in our community. We will continue to enforce the prevention of aggressive, distracted, and impaired driving in an effort to ensure the safety all road users. We will be conducting several "Anywhere Anytime" RIDE programs throughout this holiday weekend. If your plans include the consumption of intoxicants, please plan ahead for a safe ride ho
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Community Member Distracts Impaired Driver Until Police Arrive
[312 words] 6/25/2021 9:47am
Last week, Scott, a keen community member contacted Police regarding an impaired driver. Yesterday, Constable Hinds, Auxiliary Member Powell and Constable Kitchikake had the opportunity to thank Scott in person. Last week, Scott found himself in a situation where he came across an impaired driver. Scott recognized clear signs of impairment and immediately contacted Police. Scott was able to distr
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Requesting Assistance to Identify and Locate Driver After Early Morning Collision
[193 words] 6/25/2021 4:42am
Just after 5:00 a.m. this morning, June 25, 2021, we received a call regarding a motor vehicle collision on MR35 at Elizabeth Street in Chelmsford. Information provided was that there were two vehicles involved in the collision and one of the drivers had already fled the scene as the vehicle was found unoccupied. The driver of the second vehicle, a 32 year old man was transported to hospital with
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41 year old Man Arrested and Charged After Home Invasion
[269 words] 6/17/2021 11:22am
Around 6:50 a.m. on June 16, 2021, we were called in relation to a Break and Enter in progress on Brebeuf Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that a man had removed the back door of the residence from its hinges and entered the home. Officers from our Patrol Operations arrived within minutes, entered the home and took the man into custody. During the investigation it was learned th
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39 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Child Pornography Offences
[187 words] 6/14/2021 6:42am
On June 10, 2021 the Greater Sudbury Police Service Internet Child Exploitation and Computer Forensics Units working in collaboration with our Emergency Response and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 39 year old Tyler Chapman was arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada: Acces
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Youth Arrested and Charged with Impaired and Drugs Seized as Result of Collision
[365 words] 6/5/2021 7:24am
Around 8:45 p.m. on June 4, 2021, we were called in relation to a motor vehicle collision on Lasalle Boulevard around 100 metres East of Barrydowne Road. Upon arrival, Officers spoke with one of the drivers involved in the collision and detected alcohol on his breath. While speaking with the driver, Officers saw what appeared to be cans of alcohol in the vehicle. Based on these observations and th
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Final Report of the National Inquiry into Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls
[1281 words] 6/3/2021 8:17am
Today, June 3 rd, marks two years since the original release of the final reportof the National Inquiry into Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG). The report contained 231 Calls for Justice, which included some specific Calls for Police Services, such as: 9.2 We call upon all actors in the justice system, including police services, to build respectful working relationships with
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Man Responsible for Robbery at Gas Station in Chelmsford
[268 words] 6/1/2021 9:34am
Just after 8:45 a.m. on May 25, 2021, a man entered a gas station on Main Street East in Chelmsford, covered his face and approached the cash register. He demanded money from the employee and fled the store with an undisclosed amount of cash and multiple cartons of cigarettes. Officers attended the area including one of our K9 Units in order to conduct a dog track; however the man was not located
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National Indigenous History Month
[77 words] 6/1/2021 4:57am
Mino Anishnaabek Dibik-Giizis! Happy National Indigenous History Month. In 2009, the House of Commons passed a motion to celebrate National Indigenous History Month. June (Odemin Giizis) is National Indigenous History Month. The Greater Sudbury Police Service recognizes that we are all Treaty people and that we are situated on the Robinson Huron Treaty Region. As a police service, we continue t -
Dumb Luck for Lottery Ticket Thief - Man Arrested After Robbery at Convenience Store
[310 words] 5/31/2021 7:54am
Shortly before 11:30 p.m. on May 24, 2021, a man wearing a face mask entered a convenience store on Lasalle Boulevard, approached the cash register and displayed a knife while demanding money from the employee. The man took an undisclosed amount of cash from the register and then proceeded to take Lottery tickets before fleeing the store on foot. The employee was not injured during the interaction
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Child Pornography Investigations Lead to Arrests of Two Men
[283 words] 5/28/2021 9:31am
On May 19th, 2021, the Internet Child Exploitation Unit (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Unit in conjunction with the Tactical Unit and Intelligence Unit executed a search warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 25-year old Connor Armstrong was arrested and charged with the following offences: Luring a child under 18 x 1 Make Child Pornography x 1 Possess Child
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Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Julia Kinna
[363 words] 5/25/2021 5:04am
Meet Julia Kinna, Project Champion/Project Empower Coordinator with our Criminal Investigations Division: “As the Project Champion Coordinator, I work alongside detectives within the Criminal Investigations Division and closely with Sudbury & Area Victim Services . Project Champion promotes our online reporting method for Survivors of Sexual Assault, provides training to frontline officers, main
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Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Cst. Travis Warnock
[357 words] 5/19/2021 7:44am
Meet Constable Travis Warnock: “As a member of Uniform Patrol, part of my responsibility is to speak with Survivors of Sexual Assault as the initial point of contact. Within this role, I liaise with the Detectives of the Criminal Investigations Division and make referrals to Sudbury and Area Victim Services. As the first point of contact in some of these cases, it is critical that Survivors know
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Canada Road Safety Week Launch
[453 words] 5/19/2021 6:18am
Yesterday marked the kickoff to Canada Road Safety Week. Our Traffic Management Unit conducted two "Anytime Anywhere RIDE" spot check programs and checked a total of 354 vehicles. As a result, two drivers were found to be operating vehicles while under suspension. They were both charged accordingly and must attend court at a later date. Another driver was found to be operating without valid insur
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25 year old Man Arrested in Relation to Two Robberies and a Theft from Convenience Stores
[438 words] 5/18/2021 1:44pm
Around 10:35 p.m. on May 13, 2021, a man entered a convenience store on Kathleen Street, approached the counter, displayed a needle, threatened to stab the employee and stole cartons of cigarettes, as well as, various items. The man fled the area on foot prior to Police arrival. Members of our Emergency Response Unit including a K9 Unit attended the area in order to conduct a dog track; however th
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Police Week 2021: Paul Notman
[427 words] 5/14/2021 11:15am
As we continue to celebrate Police Week by recognizing our valuable and dedicated personnel, both Sworn and Civilian, we’d like to introduce you to Paul Notman: Q: What is your name and the official name of your Unit? A: Paul Notman, Manager of Communication and Information Technology (CIT). Q: How long have you been working with the GSPS? And when did you commence the current position you have -
Police Week 2021: Cst. Kyle Chandler
[424 words] 5/14/2021 5:37am
As we continue to celebrate Police Week by recognizing our valuable and dedicated personnel, both Sworn and Civilian, we’d like to introduce you to Constable Kyle Chandler: "My name is Kyle Chandler and I am a member of the GSPS Emergency Response Unit (ERU). More specifically, I am a Team Leader and Sniper with the Tactical Unit and a Police Explosive Technician (Bomb Tech) with the Explosive Di
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Police Week 2021: CSP Matt Pacan
[544 words] 5/13/2021 7:14am
As we continue to celebrate Police Week by recognizing our valuable and dedicated personnel, both Sworn and Civilian, we’d like to introduce you to CSP Matt Pacan of our Police Community Response Centre: Q: What is your name and the official name of your Unit? A: My name is Matt Pacan and I am a Community Safety Personnel (CSP) Coordinator. I work in the Police Community Response Centre (PCRC).
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44 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Human Trafficking-related Offences
[270 words] 5/13/2021 5:57am
In March of this year, Detectives from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division initiated an investigation into allegations of historical and ongoing Human Trafficking incidents involving a man from Greater Sudbury. Through the investigation, Detectives established reasonable grounds to arrest and charge the man responsible. Just before 2:45 p.m. on May 12, 2021, Detectives l
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Police Week 2021: Craig Maki
[199 words] 5/12/2021 5:06am
As we continue to celebrate Police Week by recognizing our valuable and dedicated personnel, both Sworn and Civilian, we’d like to introduce you to the person who manages the Golden Glue of our service – our 911 Emergency Communications Centre: “My name is Craig Maki and I am the Manager of the 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Centre. I started my career with the Greater Sudbury Police Service in A -
Police Week 2021: Sabrina Taylor
[473 words] 5/11/2021 9:32am
May 9-15, 2021 marks National Police Week. We thank our members for their continued service, sacrifice and commitment to community safety and well-being. All week long, we'll introduce you to various members of the GSPS, both Sworn and Civilian. It takes an entire team to run this ship! Meet Sabrina Taylor: Q: What is your name and the official name of your Unit? A: Hello, I am Sabrina Taylor. -
Police Week 2021: Cst. John Robinson
[488 words] 5/10/2021 7:13am
May 9-15, 2021 marks National Police Week. We thank our members for their continued service, sacrifice and commitment to community safety and well-being. National Police Week began in 1970 as a way for the police to connect with their communities and to increase awareness about the services they provide. Typically, we would host a community event to engage with our community members; however, for
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Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Detective Constable Marc Belanger
[542 words] 5/4/2021 4:36am
As we continue to recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we’d like to introduce you to members of our Criminal Investigations Division. These are the people who respond to Sexual Assault reports and assist Survivors of Sexual Assault in the healing process and pursuit of justice. Meet Detective Constable Marc Belanger: “My current role is a Detective with the Criminal Investigations Division.
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Fatal Collision on Maley Drive Claims Life of 44 year old Man
[192 words] 5/3/2021 5:12am
Around 11:30 p.m. on May 2, 2021, we received a call regarding a single vehicle collision at the roundabout on Maley Drive at Lansing Avenue involving a motorcycle. Police along with City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services and Paramedic Services were dispatched to the area. Upon arrival, Paramedics located the driver and lone occupant of the motorcycle unresponsive. The 44 year old man was transport
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Two 34 year old Men Arrested and Charged in Relation to Fatal Fire on Bruce Avenue
[953 words] 4/30/2021 10:44am
UPDATE 4 Through the investigation, Detectives have identified a third and fourth person believed to be responsible for the fatal fire that claimed the lives of three community members. Around 8:30 p.m. on April 27, 2021, Detectives from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division arrested and charged 34 year old Jared Herrick and 34 year old Phillippe Jeannotte with the followi
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Detectives Charge 24 year old Man with Firearms Trafficking
[443 words] 4/29/2021 7:30am
On March 30, 2021, members of our Criminal Investigation Division executed a Criminal Code Search Warrant at a residential building on Cedar Street in relation to an active Firearms Trafficking investigation. At the time, Detectives were following up on firearms and ammunition that were seized during unrelated Search Warrants earlier this year within Greater Sudbury. Investigators were conducting
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UPDATE - 48 year old Man Arrested in Relation to Fatal Fire on Bruce Avenue
[770 words] 4/26/2021 4:46am
UPDATE 3 Through the investigation, Detectives have identified a second person believed to be responsible for the fatal fire that claimed the lives of three community members. Around 3:25 p.m. on April 24, 2021, Detectives from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division arrested and charged 48 year old Fernard Bolduc with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada
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Busy Night for GSPS Drug Recognition Experts
[251 words] 4/22/2021 6:58am
Our Traffic Management unit Drug Recognition Experts were kept busy on 4/20 Day and into Wednesday morning after a total of four individuals were charged with driving while Impaired by Drug. Of the approximately 200 vehicles stopped during the "Anywhere Anytime RIDE" spot check, Officers made one Impaired by Drug arrest and laid two Highway Traffic Act charges. Then, overnight and into Wednesday
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UPDATE - 25 year old Man Arrested in Relation to Fatal Fire on Bruce Avenue
[633 words] 4/21/2021 10:44am
UPDATE 2 Through the investigation, Detectives have identified at least one person believed to be responsible for the fatal fire that claimed the lives of three community members. Around 2:30 p.m. on April 20, 2021, Officers arrested and charged 25 year old Liam Stinson with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada; Party to the Offence of First Degree Murder x3 Party to the Offen
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Detectives Recover Loaded Handgun After Foot Pursuit of Man Involved in Home Invasion
[674 words] 4/20/2021 6:43am
Around 7:20 a.m. on Monday, April 19, 2021, two men attended a residence on Lasalle Boulevard, held the resident at gunpoint and forced him into a vehicle. The three men then attended a residence on Northway Avenue where the two men forced their way into the residential unit and demanded money from the woman inside while displaying the firearm. Another resident of the building contacted Police and
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UPDATE - Third Community Member Dies After Fatal Fire on Bruce Avenue
[431 words] 4/19/2021 6:34am
UPDATE On April 16, 2021, the 33 year old woman who had sustained critical injuries during the fire was pronounced deceased at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto after being airlifted there on April 11, 2021 due to the severity of her injuries. Her name will not be released out of respect for her family’s wishes. Our deepest condolences go out to her family and friends and all those impa
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Officers Arrest Men Responsible for Home Invasion with a Firearm on Attlee Avenue
[399 words] 4/17/2021 10:55am
Shortly after 1:30 p.m. on April 16, 2021, we received a call regarding a Home Invasion in progress. Information provided was that two men entered a residential building on Attlee Avenue and forced their way into one of the units by kicking in the door. Once inside the men began to assault the individuals inside the unit while displaying a firearms. Officers immediately arrived in the area and lo
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A Message to Our Community - Stay-at-Home Order Authorities
[453 words] 4/17/2021 6:04am
Yesterday, Friday, April 16, 2021, the Provincial Government in consultation with Provincial Health Officials announced additional restrictions and a two-week (14-day) extension of the Provincial Lockdown and Stay-at-Home Order in order to assist is slowing the spread of COVID-19 and the variants. Please do not call 9-1-1 or our non-emergency number if you have questions related to the legislatio -
Not Gone in 60 Seconds - Two in Custody After Carjacking
[710 words] 4/16/2021 5:55am
Shortly after 4:15 a.m. on April 9, 2021, we received a call regarding a Robbery that had just occurred on Errington Avenue in Chelmsford. Information provided was that multiple men approached two other men outside of a residence and demanded the keys to the vehicle while holding the two men at gunpoint. The men then stole the vehicle and fled the area. One of the men sustained minor injuries as a
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National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week: Megan Band
[490 words] 4/14/2021 6:34am
As we continue to celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, we thank our 911 Dispatchers and Communicators who dedicate their lives to serving the public and ensuring our community members’ safety. They are the calm voices in a storm; they are the unsung heroes! Meet Megan Band, Communicator, 911 Emergency Communications Centre: Q: What inspired you to become a Communicator with G -
Man Arrested in Connection to Two Robberies in Val Caron
[340 words] 4/13/2021 11:59am
On April 8, 2021, as part of an ongoing investigation into recent Robberies that took place in Val Caron, Detectives from our Break, Enter and Robbery (B.E.A.R.) Unit executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Val Caron. Upon executing the Search Warrant, Detectives located the man believed to be responsible for both Robberies, as well as, the knife used in at least one of the incidents. The firs
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I.C.E. and O.P.P. Execute Search Warrant in West Nipissing
[199 words] 4/13/2021 4:46am
On April 8, 2021, our Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Units working collaboration with the Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) executed a Search Warrant at a residence in West Nipissing. As a result of the investigation, 39 year old Jashua Tremblay was arrested and charged with the following offences: Access Child Pornography Possess Child Pornography Distribute Child P
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D.E.U. Seize Over $38,000 Worth of Cocaine and Fentanyl
[366 words] 4/12/2021 5:52am
On Friday, April 9, 2021, we received information that an individual from Southern Ontario was not abiding by his release conditions and was currently in Greater Sudbury dealing illicit drugs. Detectives from our Drug Enforcement Unit (D.E.U.) of our Integrated Crime Section applied for and were granted a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (C.D.S.A.) Search Warrant for a residence on Brodie Stree
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Fatal Fire on Bruce Avenue Early This Morning Claims Lives of Two Community Members
[393 words] 4/11/2021 11:51am
Shortly after 5:00 a.m. this morning, Sunday, April 11, 2021, we received a call from City of Greater Fire Services as Firefighters were on scene of a structural fire at a residential building on Bruce Avenue in Greater Sudbury. Through the investigation, it has been determined that there were four individuals inside of the unit where the fire originated. One of the individuals, a 37 year old man
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In March 2021 Alone, 34 Impaired Driving Investigations and 48 Criminal Charges Laid
[258 words] 4/1/2021 8:12am
National Impaired Driving Prevention Week was recognized across Canada from March 21st to March 27th, 2021. The intent of this initiative is to educate community members about the consequences of impaired driving due to alcohol, drugs, fatigue or distraction. The Greater Sudbury Police Service carried on with the momentum built by our Anytime Anywhere RIDE campaign throughout the entire month of M
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No Joke - Over $50,000 Worth of Drugs and Replica Firearm Seized After Traffic Stop
[319 words] 4/1/2021 4:28am
Around 6:15 p.m. on Wednesday, March 31, 2021, Officers conducted a traffic stop with emergency lights activated on a vehicle being driven on Lloyd Street in Greater Sudbury. As Officers approached the vehicle, they could see that the individuals inside the vehicle were openly using drugs and a quantity of Cannabis was visibly accessible to all of the individuals. The Officers asked the individual
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24 year old Sudbury Man Arrested and Charged by Internet Child Exploitation Unit
[189 words] 3/31/2021 5:20am
On March 24, 2021, our Internet Child Exploitation and Computer Forensics Units assisted by our Emergency Response and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 24 year old Jessie Bernard was arrested and charged with the following offences: Make Child Pornography x2 Access Child Pornography x2 Possess Child Pornography x5 Di
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Officers Arrest and Charge Four Drivers with Impaired by Drug in Less Than 12 Hours
[440 words] 3/29/2021 5:11am
On Friday afternoon, March 26, 2021, we received a call regarding a possible impaired driver. Information provided was that a vehicle was parked in the area of Ste.Anne Road and both the driver and passenger appeared to be unconscious. The caller made multiple attempts to wake the driver by knocking on the window. When the driver woke up, he appeared to be impaired. While the caller was on the pho
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Scam Alert: Fake iPhone 12 Max Pro
[447 words] 3/25/2021 6:26am
Please be advised that over the past week, we have received two complaints regarding fake iPhone 12 Max Pro’s being sold on both Kijiji and Facebook Marketplace. The phones are being advertised as iPhone 12 Pro Max and are being sold for $1,300. They come in “original” iPhone packaging and the serial and IMEI numbers show as authentic when they are run through the Apple website. The investigation
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Hate-motivated Assaults Result in the Arrests of Three Youths
[339 words] 3/22/2021 9:01am
On March 18, 2021, Detectives from our Criminal Investigation Division were assigned to follow up on two incidents of Assault involving the same teen survivor. Both incidents took place at the beginning of March; however the incidents were not reported to Police until March 17, 2021. Videos of the assaults were posted on social media and depicted youths in two separate physical altercations in the
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Man in Crisis De-escalated from Bridge of Nations by Crisis Negotiators
[420 words] 3/21/2021 5:33pm
Around 7:15 p.m. this evening, Sunday, March 21, 2021, we received a call regarding a man in emotional distress on the Bridge of Nations on Paris Street in Greater Sudbury. Patrol Officers arrived on scene and set up containment of the area closing down the bridge and restricting vehicle and pedestrian access so that Officers could focus on a peaceful and successful resolution to the situation. Ci -
Woman Tragically Falls from Bridge of Nations - SIU Investigating
[211 words] 3/19/2021 3:30pm
Around 5:00 p.m. this evening, Friday, March 19, 2021, we were called in relation to a woman in emotional distress on the Bridge of Nations on Paris Street. Officers arrived on scene and began to communicate with the woman. Minutes later, members of our Emergency Response Unit specializing in Crisis Negotiations arrived on scene and continued communications with the woman. City of Greater Sudbury
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Impaired Driver Charged After Totaling SUV
[426 words] 3/8/2021 10:11am
Driving while impaired is a criminal choice with potentially serious or even fatal consequences. You are not only putting your own life at risk, you are risking the lives of everyone else on the road. Unfortunately, we continue to see a rise in the number of impaired drivers on our roadways, more specifically those impaired by drug. In 2019, our Drug Recognition Experts conducted 39 Drug Recogniti
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Fatal Industrial Incident Claims Life of 29 year old Man
[174 words] 2/25/2021 3:29am
Around 1:00 p.m. on February 24, 2021, our 911 Emergency Communications Centre received a call regarding a serious Industrial Incident on Powerhouse Road involving a heavy piece of equipment and a single occupant. City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic and Fire Services were dispatched to the area. Upon arrival Paramedics and Firefighters located the 29 year old man who had sustained fatal injuries and
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UPDATE - Three Individuals Charged - Detectives Seize Firearms and Drugs After Robbery
[1070 words] 2/24/2021 8:21am
UPDATE On February 19, 2021, we received information that wanted party, 24 year old Jayson Wright staying at another establishment in the South End of Greater Sudbury. Based on the ongoing investigation, Detectives applied for and were granted a Warrant to Enter, as well as, a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrant and a Criminal Code of Canada Search Warrant due to believed presence
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Officers to Canvass Area of Lake Nepahwin in Ongoing Search for Andrew Martin
[217 words] 2/23/2021 12:21pm
We continue to seek the Public’s assistance in locating 31 year old Andrew Martin. Recently, Detectives received information of a possible sighting of Andrew in the area of Lake Nepahwin. On Wednesday, February 24, 2021, Members of GSPS will be conducting a canvass in the area of Lake Nepahwin for additional information and video surveillance footage. Members will also ask area residents for permi
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Officers Seize Drugs, Weapons and Explosives After Search Warrants on Moxam Road
[436 words] 2/22/2021 11:55am
On February 16, 2021, we received information that a resident on Moxam Drive in Lively was in possession of explosives and illicit drugs. Detectives from our Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division began an investigation into the matter. Based on the investigation, Detectives applied for and were granted Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrants for t
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27 year old Man Charged with Numerous Child Pornography Offences
[174 words] 2/19/2021 3:47am
On February 18, 2021 the Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Units assisted by member of our Emergency Response and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 27 year old, Kodie O’Malley was arrested and charged with the following offences: Access Child Pornography x10 Possess Child Pornography x11 Di
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Suspicious Incident on Central Lane in Garson
[188 words] 2/16/2021 11:09am
On February 11, 2021, we received a call from a concerned parent regarding a Suspicious Incident on Central Lane in Garson. Information provided was that around 2:35 p.m. a youth was walking up Central Lane from the Garson Park when approached by a man. The man then made an unwanted sexual advance towards the youth and then left the area heading towards Garson Park. The man is described as being i
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44 year old Woman Arrested and Charged with Child Pornography Offences
[177 words] 2/12/2021 3:16am
On February 11, 2021 the Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Units assisted by members of our Emergency Response and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 44 year old, Tina Lashbrook was arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada; Access Child Pornography x2
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Requesting Assistance to Identify Driver After Occupants of Vehicle Fled on Foot
[212 words] 2/11/2021 10:18am
We are requesting the Public’s assistance in order to identify the driver of a black four-door Nissan hatchback involved in a Fail to Remain that occurred around 2:50 p.m. on Monday, February 8, 2021, at the intersection of Cedar Street and Paris Street in downtown. The black Nissan hatchback was traveling Southbound on Paris Street (MR80) towards the Bridge of Nations when it collided with a silv
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Man Charged with Pointing Replica Firearm and Uttering Threats
[454 words] 2/9/2021 6:52am
Around 10:40 p.m. on Sunday, February 7, 2021, we were called in relation to a Weapons complaint at a residence on O’Neil Drive West in Garson. Information received by our 911 Emergency Communications Centre was that when the caller knocked on the front door of the residence he was met by a man holding what was believed to be a handgun. The man pointed it at his head and threatened to kill him. Th
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Explosive Devices Located After Officers Respond to Weapons Complaint
[713 words] 2/8/2021 6:03am
UPDATE On Friday, February 12, 2021, through the ongoing investigation into this incident, Detectives applied for a second Search Warrant for the unit inside the residential building after information was provided that additional explosives may be located within the unit. Information provided was that an individual living in the unit came into possession of additional explosives after the initial
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Driver Asleep at Wheel Charged with Impaired by Drug - Officer Locates Over $20,400 in Drugs & Cash
[503 words] 2/4/2021 3:59am
Just after 10:30 p.m. last night, February 3, 2021, a member of our Traffic Management Unit located an idling vehicle outside of a building on Kathleen Street where the driver of the vehicle appeared to be asleep at the wheel. The vehicle appeared to be in drive and the driver appeared to have fallen asleep with his foot on the brake. Once the Officer was able to wake up the driver, the driver sho
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Joint-forces C.D.S.A. Search Warrant Leads to Seizure of Over $2,750,000 Worth of Drugs
[261 words] 2/3/2021 3:18am
On January 27, 2021, Detectives from the Toronto Police Service Drug Squad working in collaboration with our Drug Enforcement Unit executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (C.D.S.A.) Search Warrant at a residence on Ontario Street in Greater Sudbury. During the Search Warrant, Detectives located and seized over 6,700 grams of Fentanyl and 418 grams of Cocaine with an estimated street value o
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Requesting Assistance in Relation to Suspicious Incident on Rose Court in Hanmer
[239 words] 2/2/2021 5:12am
We are requesting the Public’s assistance in relation to a Suspicious Incident that occurred around 12:10 p.m. on Monday, February 1, 2021 on Rose Court in Hanmer. Information provided was that a man dressed in White clothing was seen walking on Rose Court when a dark coloured four-door sedan approached the man. The vehicle came to a stop and multiple individuals, all believed to be men dressed in
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Officers Respond to Over 255 Calls for Service over the Weekend
[951 words] 2/1/2021 6:38am
Over the weekend, our Officers responded to over 255 Calls for Service and worked collaboratively with our community partners to address situations that placed the health, safety and well-being of our community at risk. On Friday night, January 29, 2021, we received a call regarding a traffic complaint after a vehicle was seen striking a stop sign and then continuing on well below the speed limit
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Detectives Seize Firearms and Drugs from Room in Motel After Robbery
[727 words] 1/29/2021 6:15am
As a result of the following investigation, we are requesting the Public’s assistance in locating 24 year old Jayson Wright as he is wanted on an outstanding Arrest Warrant for numerous offences including; Assault with a Weapon, Robbery Using a Firearm, Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose, Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking, and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,00
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27 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Sexual Assault Causing Bodily Harm
[196 words] 1/26/2021 9:04am
In the middle of December 2020, we received a call regarding a violent Sexual Assault that took place in Greater Sudbury. Further details of the incident will not be disclosed due to the sensitive nature of the incident and in order to protect the identity of the woman involved. As a result of the investigation, Detectives in our Criminal Investigation Division have arrested and charged 27 year ol
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Individuals Fined for Failing to Comply with Stay-At-Home Order
[470 words] 1/25/2021 9:21am
While the majority of community members are following the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act including the Stay-at-Home Orders, there are some individuals that are blatantly disregarding these laws and placing those around them at increased risk. We want to assure our community that these individuals will be charged. This weekend, we were called to a residence due to a suspected party.
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28 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Child Pornography Offences
[176 words] 1/22/2021 6:31am
On January 21, 2021 the Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Units assisted by our Emergency Response and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 28 year old Gabriel Hache was arrested and charged with the following offences: Access Child Pornography Possess Child Pornography x 2 Distribute Child Porn
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Suspicious Incident Involving White Dodge Charger Equipped with Blue and Red Emergency Lights
[556 words] 1/20/2021 8:37am
Just after 11:00 a.m. on January 18, 2021, we received a call of a Suspicious Incident that had occurred on the Kingsway. The exact time and location of the incident are unknown; however it is believed that the incident occurred sometime after 10:10 a.m. in the westbound lanes heading towards Downtown. The information provided was that the driver of, what is believed to be, a white Dodge Charger e
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Man Charged with Aggravated Sexual Assault After Early Morning Attack
[253 words] 1/19/2021 6:12am
Just before 3:00 a.m. on January 16, 2021, we received a call regarding an Unknown Trouble on Frood Road after a community member was flagged down by a woman who appeared to have been beaten. As a result of the investigation, it was determined that the woman had been sexually assaulted by a man and when she declined his sexual advances he proceeded to physically assault her causing serious, life a
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Fatal Snowmobile Collision Claims the Life of 54 year old Man
[181 words] 1/18/2021 9:26am
Around 12:45 p.m. on Sunday, January 17, 2021, we received a call regarding a single snowmobile collision on OFSC Trail C111D approximately 10 kilometers North of Moose Mountain Mine Road. Members of the Rural Community Response Unit and Traffic Management Unit attended the scene. The preliminary investigation revealed that the driver and lone occupant, a 54 year old man was operating a snowmobile
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Man Arrested in Connection to Multiple Thefts of Catalytic Converters
[476 words] 1/18/2021 4:52am
At 10:40 a.m. on January 16, 2021, we were called in relation to a Theft in progress on Montague Avenue in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that a man wearing dark clothing could be seen laying under a parked truck attempting to cut out the catalytic converter. Officers arrived on scene minutes later and went down the laneway where the man had been seen. The Officers found two catalytic c
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34 year old Man Arrested and Charged as Result of ICE Investigation
[208 words] 1/15/2021 3:47am
On January 14, 2021 our Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Units in conjunction with our Emergency Response (Tactical) and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, a 34 year old man was arrested and charged with the following offences: Make Child Pornography Access Child Pornography Possess Child Por
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Looking to Speak with Pedestrian Involved in Collision on MR 15 in Chelmsford
[197 words] 1/13/2021 9:15am
We are looking to speak with a pedestrian involved in a collision with a pick-up truck on Tuesday, January 12, 2021. Around 7:45 a.m. on January 12, 2021, a pick-up truck came into contact with a pedestrian on Municipal Road 15 just South of Bonin Street in Chelmsford. The pedestrian left the scene without providing a name. The involved Driver has been identified and spoken to; however we are look
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Suspicious Persons Call Results in Seizure of Over $13,000 Worth of Drugs
[418 words] 1/12/2021 5:36am
Just before 11:30 p.m. on January 10, 2021, we were called in relation to a Suspicious Persons after a group of unknown individuals were seen entering an underground parking lot off of Elgin Street in Greater Sudbury. When Officers arrived they located a vehicle that appeared to have multiple people inside. As Officers approached the vehicle to speak with the individuals, they could see in plain v
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Man Sustained Serious Injuries as a Result of Incident on Queen Street - Woman Arrested and Charged
[307 words] 1/11/2021 8:50am
Just after 12:30 p.m. on January 10, 2021, we were called in relation to an Unknown Trouble at a residential building on Queen Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that a man could be seen outside of the building and that he appeared to be bleeding. The man could be heard yelling that he had been stabbed. Officers quickly arrived on scene and found a woman outside of the building wi
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21 year old Man Charged with Aggravated Assault
[535 words] 1/11/2021 4:55am
Just before 11:30 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2021, Officers responded to an Assault at a residence in Greater Sudbury after information was provided that the home owner had two individuals subdued awaiting Police and Paramedic Services were requested for multiple individuals within the residence. In order to protect the identities of the victims, the location of the incident will not be released.
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UPDATE 2 - Woman Arrested for Second Degree Murder - Homicide of 75 year old Man
[535 words] 1/8/2021 6:31am
UPDATE 2 Through the investigation, Detectives from our Criminal Investigation Division identified the person believed to be responsible for the murder of 75 year old Robert Keskinen. Just before 2:15 p.m. on January 7, 2021, Detectives from our Major Crimes Section with the assistance of members of our Integrated Crime Team located the woman on Kathleen Street. The woman was taken into custody wi
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Greater Sudbury Man Charged with Multiple Counts of Fraud in Relation to Landscaping Services
[268 words] 1/7/2021 10:46am
On December 15, 2020, Officers arrested and charged 37 year old Christopher Goodman for Fraud Under $5,000 x6 in relation to multiple incidents that occurred over the Summer in Greater Sudbury. Between May and September, the man accepted deposits from various community members for landscaping services on behalf of a local company. The deposits were accepted with the promise of the landscaping serv
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Early Morning Fire on Laforest Street Being Investigated as Arson
[218 words] 1/7/2021 4:53am
Around 1:00 a.m. this morning, Thursday, January 7, 2021, we received a call from City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services regarding what was determined to be a Suspicious Fire. Fire Services responded to a residential building on Laforest Street after tenants reported smelling smoke. Firefighters arrived on scene and could see smoke coming from one of the units. They entered the unit and extinguishe
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Officers Safely Remove Woman from Residential Unit Intentionally Set on Fire
[542 words] 1/6/2021 5:06am
UPDATE Shortly before 5:30 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2021, Members of our Intimate Partner Violence Unit located and arrested the 31 year old man on the outstanding Arrest Warrant on Elgin Street. He was held in Police custody overnight and attended Weekend and Statutory Holiday (W.A.S.H.) Court on Saturday, January 9, 2021 to answer to the charges. He has since been remanded into custody by the
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Several Charges Laid on New Year’s Eve, including Assault Peace Officer and Operation While Impaired
[582 words] 1/2/2021 5:50am
On New Year’s Eve, our Traffic Management Unit checked 371 vehicles in Greater Sudbury to ensure sober driving. In total, 12 Approved Screening Device tests and 11 Mandatory Alcohol Screening tests were administered; four Impaired drivers were charged; 18 Highway Traffic Act violations and five other Criminal Code charges were laid. At 8:45 p.m., plain clothes officers observed a motor vehicle at
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Suspicious Death of 75-year old Man Being Treated as a Homicide
[314 words] 12/28/2020 9:40am
At 2:19 p.m. on December 26, 2020, officers responded to a report of a deceased 75 year old man found inside of a residence on Kathleen Street in Greater Sudbury. The deceased has since been identified as Robert KESKINEN. When Officers arrived on scene they discovered visible trauma to the body of the deceased and determined it to be a Suspicious Death. Detectives from our Criminal Investigation
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Man Responsible for Two Robberies Arrested and Charged
[270 words] 12/24/2020 8:25am
Around 3:20 p.m. on December 23, 2020, Officers located and arrested the man believed to be responsible for two recent Robberies. Just after 5:45 p.m. on December 12, 2020, the man entered a convenience store on Eyre Street, rushed the counter and physically pushed the employee to the ground, taking an undetermined amount of money from the register before fleeing the scene on foot. The same man en
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Impaired Driver Arrested with Over $24,000 Worth of Drugs
[318 words] 12/24/2020 5:06am
Around 3:20 p.m. on December 23, 2020, we were called in relation to a Suspicious Vehicle on Clinton Avenue. Information provided was that the driver and passenger appeared to be unconscious and that there was a child in the back seat. Officers and Paramedics arrived on scene. The driver, passenger and child were cleared medically by Paramedics; however the driver showed visible signs of impairmen
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Two Local Businesses Fail to Comply with Reopening Ontario Act
[355 words] 12/23/2020 10:50am
Today, in collaboration with City of Greater Sudbury By-law Services, Public Health Sudbury & Districts and the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, GSPS Officers charged the Owner of one local business and issued a ticket to the Manager of a second business for Fail to Comply under Ontario Regulation 364/20of the Reopening Ontario Act(A Flexible Response to COVID-19). The Owner of a pub on C -
K9 Track After Robbery Leads to Officers Locating Unresponsive Man in Need of Medical Assistance
[349 words] 12/22/2020 5:09am
Around 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 20, 2020 we received a call regarding a Robbery that had just taken place at a food establishment on Kathleen Street. Information provided was that a lone man entered the store, approached the cash, showed a knife and demanded money. The employees immediately contacted police and the man fled on foot without getting any cash. No one was injured during the inter
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RIDE Check Results in Numerous Charges and Arrests
[343 words] 12/21/2020 10:53am
Over the weekend, from Thursday, December 17th to Saturday, December 19th, 2020, our Traffic Management Unit checked 1,512 vehicles in Greater Sudbury to ensure sober driving for our fourth Festive RIDE check of the season. During the RIDE checks, our Officers arrested a 33-year old man wanted for robbery, as well as a 49-year old man who provided a false name to the roadside officer. Investigatio
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Man Stabbed During Early Morning Incident - Person Responsible in Custody
[285 words] 12/16/2020 7:08am
Just before 6:30 a.m. this morning, Wednesday, December 16, 2020, we received a call regarding a Weapons Complaint at a residential building on Pine Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that a man had been stabbed and that the individual responsible was still in the building. Officers arrived on scene and found a man who had suffered a serious stab wound. The 30 year old man was imm
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Impaired Driver Arrested and Charged Search of Vehicle Results in Seizure of $60,000 Worth of Drugs
[419 words] 12/15/2020 9:03am
Shortly after 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 6, 2020, we were called in relation to a Suspicious Vehicle complaint in the parking lot of a grocery store on Regent Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that the vehicle had been running in the parking lot for two hours and the driver appeared to be asleep in the driver’s seat. The caller had attempted to wake up the driver by knocking
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Joint-forces Internet Child Exploitation Investigation Leads to Arrest of 30 year old Man
[206 words] 12/11/2020 10:40am
The Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) Unit was recently notified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that a person in Greater Sudbury had been accessing and possessing Child Pornography online over a period of several years. On December 10, 2020, our I.C.E. and Computer Forensics Units in conjunction with our Emergency Response Unit (Tactical) and Intelligence Unit executed Search Warra
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Local Woman Arrested and Charged After Stealing Close to $130,000 from Employer
[277 words] 12/9/2020 6:34am
On March 27, 2020, we received a call from a local daycare regarding an alleged substantial Fraud. Information provided was that an employee of the daycare had allegedly been accepting funds owed to the daycare and fraudulently depositing these funds into personal bank accounts. The incident was assigned to a Detective in our Financial Crimes Branch of our Criminal Investigation Division. Through
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Fatal Collision on MR55 Involving a Pedestrian
[159 words] 11/27/2020 4:43am
Just before 3:45 a.m. this morning, Friday, November 27, 2020, we received a call regarding a serious motor vehicle collision on MR55 approximately half way between Balsam Street and Big Nickel Road in Copper Cliff. The serious collision involved a pedestrian and a pick-up truck. The 38 year old man (pedestrian) involved in the collision was pronounced deceased on scene. The man’s name will not be
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Requesting Assistance to Locate 34 year old Ty Thrush in Connection to Six Robberies
[516 words] 11/19/2020 10:28am
UPDATE On Friday, December 11, 2020, Patrol Officers located and arrested 34 year old Ty Thrush on an outstanding Arrest Warrant for Robbery x6 and Disguise with Intent x6 in connection to the local Robberies that occurred between November 7 and November 15, 2020. He will be held in Police custody in order to attend Weekend and Statutory Holiday Court on Saturday, December 12, 2020 to answer to th
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Shell Casings Recovered Outside of Residence on Frood Road
[273 words] 11/19/2020 4:42am
Just before 11:45 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, we received multiple calls regarding what was believed to be gun shots being fired in the area of Frood Road. As Officers were making their way to the area, additional information was provided that several individuals were seen arguing outside of a residence prior to the sound of gun shots being heard. Officers arrived in the area of the resi
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Fatal Collision on Elm Street (MR35) - Two Community Members Deceased
[192 words] 11/18/2020 3:47am
Around 6:40 p.m. on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, we received a call regarding a serious multiple vehicle collision on Elm Street (Municipal Road 35) near Big Nickel Road. When Officers arrived on scene they found that three vehicles were involved in the collision; a Blue SUV, a White pick-up truck and a Silver SUV. Unfortunately, two of the involved drivers, a 40 year old woman and a 55 year old ma
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Off-Duty Police Officer Charged with Impaired Driving, to be Suspended
[244 words] 11/16/2020 6:53am
Just after 11:00 a.m. on November 13th, 2020, a GSPS Police Officer, Constable Thomas Van Drunen, was stopped by a GSPS Police Officer on Municipal Road 80 in Greater Sudbury. As a result of an investigation, Thomas Van Drunen was charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada: Operation while Impaired Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Level Concentration Equal to o
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Canada-Wide Warrant for the Arrest of Tyler Thrones
[220 words] 11/13/2020 6:52am
The Greater Sudbury Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 29-year old Tyler Thrones. The GSPS holds an outstanding warrant for the arrest of Tyler Thrones for the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada, in relation to an incident that occurred in Greater Sudbury in April 2020: Conspiracy to Commit Murder X3 Extortion Criminal Harassment This warrant has n
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Man and Woman Arrested and Charged After Break and Enters
[368 words] 11/12/2020 9:19am
Just after 7:15 a.m. on October 15, 2020, we received a call from a business owner on Churchill Avenue after it was discovered that the business had been broken into overnight. A window of the business had been smashed and when the owner entered the business it was obvious that the business had been ransacked. Various items had been taken including cigarettes, drinks, electronics, scratch tickets
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Sudbury Secondary School Deemed Safe After Potential Bomb Threat
[233 words] 11/9/2020 5:25am
At 8:05 a.m., we received a call from the Principal at Sudbury Secondary School regarding a potential threat to the school. The school had received a bomb threat via email and immediately contacted Police. The school initiated its protocols and students and staff were safely evacuated. Officers arrived on scene in order to determine the credibility and validity of the potential threat. Officers, w
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D.E.U. and O.C.E.B. Seize 490 Doses of Fentanyl During Three C.D.S.A. Search Warrants
[413 words] 11/6/2020 10:56am
Background The Opioid Crisis consistently demonstrates the devastating effects of Opioids on our community, the province and the nation due to accidental overdoses. In November of 2019, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Integrated Crime Section (I.C.S.) working in collaboration with the Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (O.C.E.B.) commenced multiple investigat
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Man Responsible for Robbery at Gunpoint at Local Pharmacy Arrested and Charged
[346 words] 11/4/2020 9:37am
Around 10:00 a.m. on November 1, 2020, we received a call regarding a Robbery that had just occurred at a pharmacy on Bancroft Drive. Information provided was that a man entered the pharmacy, pulled out what was believed to be a handgun and demanded narcotics. The man fled the pharmacy with an unknown quantity of prescription drugs. A K9 track was conducted in the area, however, it was later learn
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Requesting Assistance to Locate 59 year old Mark Lucas - Arrest Warrant
[376 words] 10/29/2020 10:56am
UPDATE In late November 2020, Officers from the Ontario Provincial Police arrested Mark Lucas in relation to other matters. This morning, an Officer from our Courts Branch arrested and charged Mark Lucas on our outstanding Arrest Warrants. He was remanded into custody with a Court date of December 10, 2020 where he will answer to all of the charges. ORIGINAL On October 2, 2020, a man entered a loc
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Plain Clothes Blitz Results in 99 Charges
[386 words] 10/29/2020 7:44am
During National Teen Driver Safety Week, our Traffic Management Unit conducted a plain-clothes cell phone enforcement initiative in New Sudbury. In total, 99 charges were laid, which included 77 distracted driving (cell phone) charges. Out of those 77, only four were novice drivers. Many individuals caught using their cell phones while driving were either texting, changing the song on their playli
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Peaceful Resolution on Bruce Street After Man Barricades Himself on Balcony
[362 words] 10/19/2020 7:31am
Shortly after 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 18, 2020, we received a call to attend an apartment building on Bruce Street regarding a man allegedly armed with an axe who was attempting to enter a unit within the building. Upon arriving on scene Officers found the man on the balcony of a unit located on the 15 thfloor of the building. The man was in emotional distress and there were concerns that the -
Serious Assault on Cedar Street Leaves Man in Critical Condition
[484 words] 10/19/2020 4:46am
UPDATE Shortly after 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 19, 2020, Members of our Tactical Unit located the man responsible for the attack in a wooded area between Brady Street and St. Raphael Street. 38 year old Jonathan Cushing has been charged with the following under the Criminal Code of Canada; Attempt Murder Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose Uttering Threats Obstruct Peace Officer Fai
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Serious Assault on Elm Street Sends Man to Hospital in Critical Condition
[378 words] 10/14/2020 1:23pm
UPDATE 2 We received information that Douglas Jeffries had traveled to Toronto in order to evade Police. This morning, information related to the ongoing investigation and the Arrest Warrant were provided to the Toronto Police Service and this afternoon, Douglas Jeffries was located and arrested for Second Degree Murder in Toronto. He will be transported back to Sudbury in order to attend Bail Cou
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High Risk Vehicle Stop: Man Wanted for Human Trafficking, Firearms and Domestic Violence Offences
[256 words] 10/2/2020 12:07pm
On Wednesday, September 30 th, 2020, the Greater Sudbury Police Service received a request from the Toronto Police Service to assist in locating a wanted fugitive believed to be in the Greater Sudbury area. As a result, on the evening of October 1 st, 2020, the GSPS Integrated Crime Section, Major Crime Section and Emergency Response Unit (Tactical Unit) conducted a high risk vehicle stop and safe
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Weapons Complaint in Chelmsford
[351 words] 9/30/2020 7:15am
On September 29 th, 2020 at approximately 10:30 p.m., we received a call regarding a weapons complaint at a residence on Shirley Street in Chelmsford. A man was believed to be in possession of a gun and ammunition, and could be heard unzipping a gun case and racking the gun several times, causing a woman in the residence to fear for her safety. The woman, who is known to the man, fled the residenc
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Weapons Complaint and Indecent Act After Man Exposes Himself to Jogger
[327 words] 9/22/2020 4:45am
Around 5:35 p.m. on Monday, September 21, 2020, we received a Weapons complaint outside of an establishment on Lorne Street in Greater Sudbury. Prior to receiving the call, a man approached a woman while she was jogging on Lorne Street. The man exposed himself to her causing her to run from him. The same man then approached two people playing basketball on Logan Street. The man began yelling at th
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Cannabis Investigation in Val Caron
[676 words] 9/18/2020 11:48am
Cannabis Act Background: Although cannabis possession and production has been legalized, it is regulated and it has always remained a criminal offence to produce, sell, distribute, import/export and use cannabis outside of the parameters of both the provincial and federal legislation, specifically the Cannabis Act. It remains the role of Police to enforce and investigate criminal cannabis incide
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Disturbance on Antwerp Avenue Leads to Arrest of 38 year old Man
[194 words] 9/8/2020 4:52am
Shortly after 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 5, 2020, police responded to a disturbance call on Antwerp Avenue in Sudbury. Information provided was that three individuals had been sprayed with bear mace by another man. Moments after Police arrival, the 38 year-old man surrendered to officers. He has been charged with 11 counts of various Criminal Code offences including Assault with a Weapon, A
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Man Arrested for Breach of Release Order Found with Multiple Weapons
[315 words] 9/4/2020 9:28am
Around 8:10 p.m. on Thursday, September 3, 2020, Officers spotted an individual who was wanted for Breach of Release Orders. The Officers approached the man and the man attempted to flee from them, however he was caught a short distance away. The Officers placed the man under arrest and searched the man finding a BB gun with a modified barrel extender that holds a shotgun shell, a large flip knife