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Police, OFM and Coroner’s Office investigating death at Energy Court after tent fire
[275 words] 1/13/2026 3:42am
UPDATE The deceased individual has been identified as a 38-year-old, woman and her next of kin has been notified. Her identity will not be released out of respect for her family’s wishes. Our deepest condolences go out to her loved ones during this difficult time. We continue to work in collaboration with the Coroner’s Office and the Ontario Fire Marshall’s Office to determine the cause of death a
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UPDATE 4 – 44-year-old man charged - Officers investigating fatal collision on Lasalle Extension
[631 words] 11/19/2025 6:45am
UPDATE 4 As a result of the ongoing investigation into the fatal collision on June 17, 2025, on the Lasalle Extension that claimed the life of a 44-year-old, man, officers in the Integrated Traffic Safety Unit (ITSU) have arrested and charged the now 44-year-old, man who was driving the Dodge Caravan involved in the collision with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada and the H
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UPDATE – 23-year-old, arrested and charged in fatal pedestrian collision on Maley Drive
[338 words] 11/6/2025 5:33am
UPDATE Through the ongoing investigation into the fatal collision on Maley Drive on November 5, 2025, officers have identified the deceased pedestrian as a 37-year-old, woman from Greater Sudbury. Our deepest condolences go out to her family and friends. Her name will not be released out of respect for her family’s wishes. Yesterday afternoon, November 5, 2025, officers arrested and charged the 23
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UPDATE – Fatal pedestrian collision on Attlee Avenue at Lasalle Boulevard
[258 words] 11/6/2025 5:32am
UPDATE Based on the investigation by members of our Integrated Traffic Safety Unit (ITSU), charges will not be laid against the driver involved in the fatal pedestrian collision on Attlee Avenue at Lasalle Boulevard on November 5, 2025. It has been determined that the driver was not at fault and that speed, drugs or alcohol were not factors in the collision. This is a tragic incident, and our thou
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Officers on scene and investigating two separate fatal pedestrian collisions
[328 words] 11/5/2025 4:24am
Please note these incidents are not connected. Incident #1 At 4:40 a.m., officers were dispatched to Lasalle Boulevard at Attlee Avenue in relation to a serious collision involving a pedestrian. The driver and the vehicle involved remained on scene. Greater Sudbury Fire Services and Paramedic Services were also dispatched to the scene. The individual was transported to hospital by paramedics with
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UPDATE 2 – Driver of boat charged - Lake Nepahwin fatality
[450 words] 9/26/2025 8:33am
UPDATE 2 As a result of the investigation into the boating fatality on August 1, 2025, on Lake Nepahwin that claimed the life of a 52-year-old, woman (swimmer), members of the Integrated Traffic Safety Unit have charged the 67-year-old, man driving the boat with Operate Vessel in Unsafe Manner under the Canada Shipping Act. The individual has been issued a summons to appear in court on December 2,
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Officers respond to workplace fatality on Dominion Drive in Hanmer
[162 words] 9/18/2025 7:13am
Shortly after 8:15 a.m. this morning, September 18, 2025, officers were dispatched to a workplace incident at a residence on Dominion Drive in Hanmer. Information provided was that a contract worker was trapped beneath an excavator. Greater Sudbury Police, Fire and Paramedic Services were dispatched to the scene. Unfortunately, the 42-year-old, man was pronounced deceased at the scene. His name wi
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Emergency Services respond to drowning on Vermilion River
[235 words] 8/11/2025 8:23am
On Saturday, August 9 th, 2025, officers were dispatched to Vermilion River near Vermilion Falls in relation to a drowning. Information provided was that a group of individuals had been swimming in the area when one man separated from the group and began to struggle while attempting to return. Members of the public who were swimming, kayaking, and canoeing nearby attempted to assist the man as he
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Officers investigating fatal ORV collision North of Capreol
[276 words] 8/5/2025 6:07am
UPDATE As a result of the investigation into the fatal off-road vehicle collision on August 4, 2025, North of Capreol, that claimed the life of an 11-year-old, youth, officers in the Integrated Traffic Safety Unit (ITSU) have charged the driver, a 46-year-old, man with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada; Dangerous Operation Causing Death Criminal Negligence Causing Death Th
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Swimmer Critically Injured on Lake Nepahwin
[336 words] 8/1/2025 12:04pm
UPDATE Unfortunately, as a result of the serious marine collision that occurred on August 1, 2025, on Lake Nepahwin, the 52-year-old, woman succumbed to her injuries and died in the hospital on August 2, 2025. Our deepest condolences go out to her family and friends. Her name will not be released out of respect for her family’s wishes. Members of the Integrated Traffic Safety Unit continue to inve
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Fatal Train-Pedestrian Collision Claims Life of 41-Year-Old Woman
[191 words] 7/29/2025 7:00am
At approximately 6:50 a.m. on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) responded to a report of a collision involving a train and a pedestrian on Harry Crescent, off Howey Drive. Patrol Operations officers were first to arrive on scene and located a 41-year-old woman who had sustained fatal injuries. She was pronounced deceased at the scene. Out of respect for the family’s
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UPDATE 3 - Officers investigating fatal collision on Lasalle Extension
[608 words] 7/24/2025 10:06am
UPDATE 3 The Integrated Traffic Safety Unit (ITSU) continues to investigate the fatal collision that occurred on June 17, 2025, on Lasalle Boulevard. The driver of the sedan travelling westbound on Lasalle Boulevard at the time of the collision has been identified and spoken to. The other two drivers have yet to be identified. Officers are still looking to speak to the following two drivers; The
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Emergency Services respond to drowning at Moonlight Beach
[298 words] 7/21/2025 6:33am
Shortly after 5:20 p.m. on July 19, 2025, officers were dispatched to a drowning incident at Moonlight Beach. Upon arrival, officers met with Greater Sudbury Fire Services who were on scene. GSFS Water Rescue had responded to the incident and pulled two individuals from the water. One individual, a 27-year-old, man was alert and conscious upon reaching shore, however, the second individual, a 24-
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Officers investigating IPV-related homicide – 63-year-old woman deceased, 32-year-old, woman injured
[508 words] 7/2/2025 6:03am
UPDATE Shortly before 11:30 a.m. officers located the 36-year-old, man in a wooded area off Alder Street with injuries that appear to be self-inflicted. He was taken into custody without incident. Due to the nature of his injuries, he has been transported to the hospital for medical treatment, however he remains in police custody. The 36-year-old, man is being charged with the following offences u
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Death investigation of 19-year-old, Roch Renaud - Ontario Provincial Police
[193 words] 6/30/2025 8:45am
As a result of a Chief’s complaint on June 13, 2025, an investigation has been initiated into the actions of two, off-duty police officers on May 23, 2025. As the allegations have not yet been substantiated, their names will not be released at this time. Both officers have been suspended with pay in accordance with section 209(1) of the Community Safety and Policing Act (CSPA). The Ontario Provinc
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UPDATE 4 – Assist to locate person involved and youth arrested in Peel Region – Clemow Ave Homicide
[853 words] 6/27/2025 10:38am
UPDATE 4 Based on the ongoing investigation into the homicide on Clemow Avenue on June 13, 2025, detectives have obtained images (attached) of an individual known as “W’ or “Felix” believed to be involved in the shooting. The individual is described as being between 5’10” – 6’2” tall. It is believed that the individual sustained an injury to his right hand during the incident. It is also believed
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Officers investigating fatal collision on Lasalle Extension – Requesting Dash Camera Footage
[402 words] 6/17/2025 9:19am
UPDATE 2 The Integrated Traffic Safety Unit continues to investigate the fatal collision that occurred on June 17, 2025, on Lasalle Blvd. Officers are seeking to identify and speak with three individuals who may have information that could assist in the investigation. Individual 1: The driver of a sedan or SUV travelling westbound on Lasalle Blvd, who pulled over between Frood Road and Elm Street
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UPDATE 2 – 19-year-old, man arrested - Officers investigating shooting on Clemow Avenue
[617 words] 6/16/2025 4:51am
UPDATE 3 As detectives continue to investigate the fatal shooting on June 13, 2025, a tip-line has been allocated to assist in gathering relevant information from community members. Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to contact police at 705-675-9171 extension 2320. UPDATE 2 Through the ongoing investigation into the fatal shooting on June 13, 2025, on Clemow Avenue, officer
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Officers investigating shooting on Clemow Avenue
[256 words] 6/13/2025 10:10am
UPDATE Unfortunately, the 40-year-old, woman succumbed to the injuries and has been pronounced deceased by medical professionals. Our deepest condolences go out to her family and friends. This incident is being investigated as a homicide. Officers remain on scene and will be canvassing the area for information and video surveillance footage. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 70
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UPDATE – Detectives continue to investigate suspicious death in Bell Park on July 31, 2024
[470 words] 4/15/2025 6:02am
UPDATE 2 Based on the results of the postmortem and ancillary tests conducted through the Coroner’s Office, it has been determined that the injuries sustained by 36-year-old, Pat Forgues cannot be explained therefore his death is being investigated as a homicide. Through the postmortem it was confirmed that he suffered significant internal injuries that were not self-inflicted. 36-year-old, Pat F
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Officers investigating fatal collision on Radar Road
[193 words] 4/3/2025 6:10am
Shortly after 5:45 p.m. on April 2, 2025, officers were dispatched to a serious collision involving two vehicles on Radar Road near Dupuis Drive. During the preliminary stages of the investigation, it is believed that a SUV and a sedan were travelling in opposing directions resulting in a head on collision. As a result of the collision, the driver of the SUV, a 32-year-old woman succumbed to her i
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Fatal collision involving pedestrian on RR 55
[269 words] 1/13/2025 4:24am
UPDATE The pedestrian has been identified as a 26-year-old, woman from Greater Sudbury. Her name will not be released out of respect for the family's wishes. Our deepest condolences go out to her family and friends and those impacted by this incident. RR55 is now open in both directions. The investigation into the collision is ongoing. ORIGINAL Shortly after 5:00 a.m. on January 13, 2025, offic
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Fatal collision on Lasalle Boulevard claims life of 68-year-old man
[231 words] 12/2/2024 4:01am
Shortly before 9:55 p.m. on November 29, 2024, officers were dispatched to a serious collision involving a pedestrian in the area of 761 Lasalle Boulevard. Members of the Greater Sudbury Police Service, Greater Sudbury Fire Services and Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, officers located the pedestrian who had sustained serious, life-threatening injuries
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Fatal collision on Nickel Offset Road claims life of 27-year-old
[248 words] 11/4/2024 4:11am
Just before 2:55 p.m. on November 3, 2024, officers were dispatched to a single vehicle collision on Nickel Offset Road in Chelmsford. Information provided was two individuals, the driver and a passenger had been ejected from the vehicle and the driver had sustained life-threatening injuries. Greater Sudbury Police, Fire and Paramedic Services attended the scene. Members of Greater Sudbury Fire Se
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Fatal Collision on Lasalle Blvd Claims Life of 73-year old man
[173 words] 9/30/2024 11:39am
Just after 8:30 p.m. on September 29 th, 2024, the Greater Sudbury Police Service received a call for service regarding a serious motor vehicle collision that occurred on Lasalle Blvd at Barrydowne Rd in Greater Sudbury. The collision involved a vehicle and an individual on a mobility scooter. First responders arrived on scene and began life saving measures on the 73-year old man who had been stru
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Fatal Collision on Skead Road Claims Life of 45-year old man
[196 words] 8/19/2024 7:26am
Just before 9:00 p.m. on Friday, August 16th, 2024, Officers were dispatched to Skead Road in relation to a single vehicle collision involving a pick-up truck. City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic and Fire Services responded to the scene and began life-saving measures on the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle. The driver was transported to hospital with critical injuries. Unfortunately, the 45-y
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Fatal collision involving a pedestrian on Lloyd Street
[189 words] 7/31/2024 11:17am
Shortly after 9:45 a.m. officers were dispatched to a serious collision involving a pedestrian at the intersection of Lloyd Street at Paris Street. Based on the investigation, it has been determined that two vehicles were involved in a collision causing debris from one of the vehicles to strike a 92-year-old, woman on the sidewalk. Community members in the area immediately began life saving measur
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Detectives investigating death in Bell Park
[450 words] 7/31/2024 5:03am
UPDATE 2 Detectives of our Criminal Investigations Division continue to investigate the Sudden Death that occurred in Bell Park on July 31st, 2024. Police have confirmed the identity of the individual who was located deceased as 36-year old Pat Forgues. With the family’s permission, the Greater Sudbury Police Service is releasing his name in order to obtain additional information to progress the
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UPDATE 2 - Skeletal remains identified as Carey Cadeau
[540 words] 5/9/2024 5:15am
UPDATE 2 The skeletal remains located in the wooded area West of Marion Street in Chelmsford have been identified as Missing Person, Carey Cadeau. Carey was identified through dental records. Carey was last seen on November 12, 2013. Carey was 41 years old when he went missing. Detectives have concluded the investigation into Carey’s death. The circumstances of his death are not suspicious and the
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Human remains found in Chelmsford
[459 words] 4/29/2024 5:42am
UPDATE On April 29 and 30, 2024, members from Patrol Operations, Rural Community Response Unit, K9 Unit and the Criminal Investigation Division assisted by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) K9 cadaver dog and handler completed a ground search in the wooded area, West of Marion Street in Chelmsford. Officers thoroughly searched a 100-foot radius around where the original skeletal remains were fou
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Detectives investigating homicide on Cabot Street
[466 words] 2/5/2024 3:42am
UPDATE Overnight, officers held the scene on Cabot Street as Detectives applied for a search warrant of the residence. Our Forensic Identification Unit processed multiple scenes and several witnesses were interviewed. The search warrant was executed on Saturday, February 3, 2024 and the scene has since been released. 30-year-old, Bradley Peltier of Wikwemikong appeared in bail court Saturday morni
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Fatal collision on MR8 in Onaping
[276 words] 1/26/2024 3:25am
Around 7:25 p.m. on January 25, 2024, officers were dispatched to MR8 in Onaping in relation to a serious collision involving three vehicles. Information provided was that a SUV was travelling westbound on Hwy 144, when the driver lost control failing to negotiate the turn ramp onto MR8 and collided head on with a GOVA Plus bus travelling southbound on MR8. A third vehicle travelling behind the bu
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Deceased individual located in alleyway on Frood Road
[221 words] 1/18/2024 5:48am
Shortly before 3:00 p.m. on January 17, 2024, officers were dispatched to an address on Frood Road in relation to a death investigation. Information provided was that community members had come across an individual they believed to be deceased in an alleyway. Officers arrived on scene and located a 49-year-old man who had been pronounced deceased by Greater Sudbury Paramedics. No further informati
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Fatal collision involving a pedestrian in parking lot off Martindale Road
[202 words] 1/11/2024 4:09am
Shortly after 1:05 p.m. on January 10, 2024, officers were dispatched to the parking lot of a business on Martindale Road in relation to a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. The driver of the vehicle involved in the collision remained on scene. Upon arrival, Greater Sudbury Fire Services and Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services began life-saving measures on the 57-year-old pedestrian wh
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Incident on Keith Avenue - Special Investigations Unit investigating incident
[208 words] 1/2/2024 9:24am
Just before 10:40 a.m. this morning, January 2, 2024, officers were dispatched to a residence on Keith Avenue in relation to an Intimate Partner Violence incident. When officers arrived on scene, they made entry into the residence to ensure the safety of those involved in the incident. Upon affecting the arrest, the individual became unresponsive, and officers began life-saving measures with the a
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Death Investigation – Onwatin Lake Hanmer
[274 words] 12/31/2023 8:35am
Shortly after 10:45 a.m. this morning, December 31, 2023, a 60-year-old community member was on the ice of Onwatin Lake when witnesses saw the individual go through the ice. People on scene immediately attempted to provide assistance and contacted emergency responders. A coordinated response involving Police, City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services and City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services were
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UPDATE – Located deceased - Requesting assistance to locate wanted party – 47-year-old Rick Jones
[348 words] 11/11/2023 10:56am
UPDATE Around 10:30 a.m. this morning, November 11, 2023, members of our Search and Rescue Unit located 47-year-old, Rick Jones deceased in the wooded area West of McNeil Boulevard, North of the railway tracks while conducting an evidence search in relation to the murder of Carol Fournier. A post-mortem will be conducted through the Coroner’s Office on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, to assist in dete
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UPDATE - Detectives investigating homicide after body located in wooded area
[439 words] 11/10/2023 8:49am
UPDATE Based on the preliminary results of the post-mortem conducted through the Coroner’s Office, the individual located deceased on November 8, 2023 died as the result of blunt-force injuries. The deceased individual is 40-year-old, Carol Fournier (image of Carol attached). Our deepest condolences go out to Carol’s family and friends. We ask that you respect their privacy during this difficult
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Detectives investigating homicide after body located in wooded area
[197 words] 11/9/2023 3:44am
Just before 2:40 p.m. on November 8, 2023, officers were dispatched to the wooded area West of McNeil Boulevard, North of the railway tracks after a community member located what was believed to be a deceased person. Officers arrived on scene and found the body of a 40-year-old woman who they confirmed to be deceased. Her name will not be released at this time. A post-mortem will be conducted toda
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Fatal collision MR80 at Dugas Street
[222 words] 9/29/2023 5:34am
Just after 3:00 a.m. this morning, September 29, 2023, officers were dispatched to a single vehicle collision on Municipal Road 80 (MR80) at Dugas Street in Hanmer. Police, City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services and City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services attended the scene and located the driver who was unresponsive. First responders began life-saving measures and Paramedics transported the dri
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Fatal collision on Estaire Road
[205 words] 9/27/2023 10:42am
Around 11:15 p.m. on September 26, 2023, police were dispatched to a single vehicle collision on Estaire Road in Greater Sudbury. Police, City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services and City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services attended the scene and located the vehicle. Unfortunately, the driver and lone occupant, a 62-year-old man from Greater Sudbury was pronounced deceased at the scene. Our deepest
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Fatal collision on Municipal Road 80 at Dominion Drive
[238 words] 9/25/2023 4:07am
Around 8:50 p.m. on September 22, 2023, officers were dispatched to a serious two-vehicle collision involving a pick-up truck and a motorcycle at the intersection of Municipal Road 80 and Dominion Drive in Hanmer. Police, City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services and City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services arrived on scene and located the driver of the motorcycle to be unresponsive. The 46-year-ol
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34-year-old located deceased as a result of ATV incident
[185 words] 9/11/2023 4:27am
Around 5:30 p.m. on September 9, 2023, a group of individuals were riding ATVs on a trail North of Cote Boulevard in Hanmer when one of the riders became separated from the group. The other rides began searching for the missing party. Unfortunately, around 8:30 p.m. the missing rider was located deceased by the group. Based on the initial investigation it is believed that the driver and lone occup
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53-year-old charged with impaired operation causing death after fatal collision on Skead Road
[314 words] 9/5/2023 10:34am
Around 3:00 a.m. on June 17, 2023, officers were dispatched to a serious two-vehicle, head-on collision on Skead Road, North of Pipeline Road. Police, City of Greater Sudbury Fire Services and City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services arrived on scene and located three parties trapped in the two vehicles. The two individuals in the vehicle that crossed the centre line were extricated from the veh
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24-year-old man dies after being shot during altercation on Louis Street
[508 words] 8/8/2023 7:25am
Around 6:45 a.m. on August 5, 2023, officers were dispatched to a weapons complaint on Louis Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that while at a social gathering, individuals were involved in a verbal argument that resulted in one of the individuals being shot. Upon arrival, officers found a man who had sustained serious injuries. Officers began life-saving measures until City of G
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UPDATE – New images of person believed to be responsible for shooting at Overtime Sports Bar
[375 words] 4/28/2023 9:07am
UPDATE Through the ongoing investigation into the fatal shooting on April 21, 2023 at Overtime Sports Bar in Greater Sudbury that took the life of a 22-year-old man, Detectives have obtained additional images of the person believed to be responsible. It is believed that the individual responsible for the shooting is a young person (under the age of 18), therefore Detectives have applied for and be
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Fatal Collision on Capreol Lake Road claims the life of 22-year-old woman
[184 words] 4/24/2023 4:51am
Around 2:45 p.m. on April 23, 2023, officers were dispatched to Capreol Lake Road in Hanmer in relation to a single vehicle collision. City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic and Fire Services responded to the scene and began life-saving measures on the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle. Unfortunately, the 22-year-old woman was pronounced deceased on scene. Our deepest condolences go out to her fa
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16-year-old believed to be responsible for shooting at Overtime Sports Bar arrested in Toronto
[610 words] 4/29/2023 11:06am
UPDATE 2 Around 7:35 a.m. this morning, April 29, 2023, the Toronto Police Service arrested the 16-year-old believed to be responsible for the fatal shooting at Overtime Sports Bar in Greater Sudbury. The youth has been charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada; Murder Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose Carrying concealed weapon Unauthorized possession of a p
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22-year-old man dies after shooting at establishment on Notre Dame Avenue
[214 words] 4/22/2023 5:48am
Around 10:30 p.m. on April 21, 2023, officers were dispatched to Overtime Sports Bar on Notre Dame Avenue in relation to a weapons complaint. Information provided was that multiple men were involved in a verbal altercation leading to one of the men shooting another man with a gun. The 22-year-old man sustained serious, life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital by City of Greater Su
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Fatal Collision on MR55 at Magill Street
[159 words] 3/28/2023 9:31am
Just after 6:00 a.m. this morning, March 28, 2023, officers were dispatched to MR55 and Magill Street in relation to a serious motor vehicle collision involving a transport. A transport traveling westbound towards Lively on MR55 was involved in a collision with a vehicle traveling eastbound making a left hand turn from MR55 onto Magill Street. Unfortunately, the driver and lone occupant of the veh
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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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51 year old Man Charged with First Degree Murder After Shooting in Hanmer
[333 words] 7/13/2020 4:51am
Around 7:00 p.m. last night, Sunday, July 12, 2020, we received a call regarding a Weapons Complaint outside of a residence on Rita Street in Hanmer. Information received was that a man had attended a social gathering at the residence with a gun and had shot another man multiple times after the two had gotten into an altercation. Other individuals at the residence were able to get the gun away fro
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Update – Second Man Arrested – Serious Assault on Ferndale Avenue, Sudbury
[582 words] 7/4/2020 7:57am
UPDATE 2: On July 12, 2020 the Greater Sudbury Police Service learned that the 45 year old man who was the victim of this assault had succumbed to his injuries in hospital. As a result, the charge against the 48 year old man will be upgraded from Attempted Murder to Second Degree Murder. The man remains in custody. Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of the man. His name will
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Fatal Single Vehicle Collision on MR 35
[211 words] 5/6/2020 10:26am
Just after 2:30 a.m. this morning, Wednesday, May 6, 2020, we received a call regarding a single motor vehicle collision on MR35 near Gagnon Street. The 2005 Silver Infinity G35 was travelling North on MR 35 towards Azilda when the vehicle left the roadway ending up in the ditch. There were two individuals in the vehicle at the time of the collision, a 19 year old man and a 21 year old woman. Both
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Second Man Arrested and Charged in Connection to Cedar Street Homicide
[392 words] 4/7/2020 11:58am
*UPDATE* On November 15, 2019, a 17 year old young man was fatally stabbed on Cedar Street in Greater Sudbury. On November 16, 2019, 18 year old Steffin Rees was arrested and charged with Second Degree Murder. As a result of further investigation by Detectives in our Criminal Investigations Division, an 18 year old man was arrested on April 5, 2020 and charged with the following under the Criminal
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Deceased Body Found Behind Establishment on Lorne Street
[279 words] 5/21/2019 3:15pm
**UPDATE** The Greater Sudbury Police are working with the Coroner’s office in relation to this investigation. The cause of death has still yet to be determined. The identity of the male has been determined, he originates from Quebec and we are attempting to notify his next of kin. The identity of the deceased will not be released. **ORIGINAL** Just after 8:49 a.m. today, Tuesday, May 21, 2019,
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UPDATE - Man Arrested in Connection to the Murder of Renee Sweeney
[712 words] 12/12/2018 8:15am
UPDATE Yesterday, Tuesday, December 11, 2018, at 11:14 a.m. 39-year old, Robert Steven Wright was arrested at the North Bay Regional Heath Centre where he works at a Laboratory Technician. Robert Steven Wright, also known as Steven “Steve” Wright is attending Bail Court in Greater Sudbury, this morning, Wednesday, December 12, 2018 to answer to the charge of First Degree Murder. Since the arres
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Man Arrested in Connection to the Murder of Renee Sweeney
[528 words] 12/11/2018 2:30pm
This morning, Tuesday, December 11, 2018, at 11:14 a.m. Detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division arrested and charged 39-year old, Robert Steven Wright with First Degree Murder in connection to the Renee Sweeney Homicide case. On January 27, 1998, Renee was brutally attacked at her workplace; a video store located on Paris Street in Greater Sudbury where she sustained multiple stab wou
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Update - Vehicle Located and Driver Identified - Requesting the Public’s Assistance – Motor Vehicle Collision on Notre Dame Avenue – Fail to Remain
[386 words] 10/6/2017 8:00am
**UPDATE** The white Mitsubishi has been located and the driver of the vehicle has been identified. The investigation into this incident is ongoing and charges are to be determined upon the conclusion of the investigation. We would like to thank the Public for its assistance with this matter. **ORIGINAL** Last night, on Thursday, October 5, 2017, around 10:00 p.m., Greater Sudbury Police responded