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Drug Trafficking Investigation Leads to Arrests and Firearm Seizure on Jean Street
[593 words] 11/28/2025 7:51am
On November 27, 2025, Detectives from the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) were conducting an investigation into individuals suspected of trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. During the course of the investigation, officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Jean Street. As a result, one adult from Greater Sudbury and one youth from the Greater Toronto Area
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Officers arrest three individuals after weapons complaint in Val Caron
[370 words] 11/3/2025 3:46am
Around 6:15 a.m. on November 2, 2025, officers were dispatched to a weapons complaint outside a residence on Municipal Road (MR) 80 in Val Caron. Information provided was that three individuals were outside a residence with a firearm. Officers attended the area and upon seeing police, the individuals fled on foot. Two of the individuals, a 52-year-old, man and a 44-year-old, woman were immediately
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Heavy police presence on Balsam Street after Weapons complaint
[360 words] 9/12/2025 7:48am
Around 7:50 a.m. this morning, September 12, 2025, officers were dispatched to a residence on Balsam Street in Copper Cliff in relation to a Weapons complaint. Information provided was that an individual had shot the complainant’s vehicle with what was described as a gun and then went inside the residence. Officers attended the area and set up containment of the residence as the individual believe
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Officers investigating two stabbings in downtown core – One person in custody
[625 words] 8/13/2025 3:27am
UPDATE 2 Around 9:40 p.m. on August 14, 2025, officers located and arrested a 16-year-old, youth on Louis Street in relation to the two stabbings that occurred on August 11, 2025. He has been charged with Attempt Murder x2, Disguise with Intent x2 and Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose x2. He was transported to police headquarters and held in custody overnight to attend bail court toda
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Officers arrest two individuals in downtown core for illicit drug trafficking
[380 words] 8/7/2025 10:14am
The Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) working in collaboration with the Central Community Response (CRU) Unit and Patrol Operations remain commitment to disrupting the trafficking of illicit drugs in the downtown core and throughout our jurisdiction. Street-level drug trafficking poses a significant threat to the safety, security and well-being of our community. On August
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Officers arrest and charge two individuals after Robbery with a firearm in Garson
[377 words] 7/17/2025 4:48am
On July 9, 2025, officers were dispatched to a residence in Garson in relation to a Robbery with a firearm. Information provided was that two individuals attended the residence where a verbal altercation took place with those present inside the home. One of the individuals displayed a handgun while the other individual stole personal items from the victims. The two individuals then fled the scene
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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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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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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 arrest driver on outstanding warrant and seize loaded handgun
[558 words] 5/20/2025 11:15am
Just before 8:00 p.m. on May 19, 2025, patrol officers observed a driver of a motor vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign in the west end of the city. Officers in a marked police cruiser followed the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop shortly thereafter on Lorne Street. Upon speaking with the driver, officers determined that she was wanted by the Ontario Provincial Police on an outstanding warrant
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Officers seize over $86,000 in illicit drugs and loaded handgun after traffic stop on Elm Street
[482 words] 5/15/2025 8:07am
Shortly before 12:00 p.m. on May 14, 2025, officers were dispatched to the area of Beech Street at Elm Street in relation to individuals and a vehicle believed to be involved in drug trafficking after City of Greater Sudbury Municipal By-law Officers contacted police. Officers from Patrol Operations located the vehicle on Elm Street and conducted a traffic stop. When officers approached the vehicl
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Officers arrest four individuals and seize drugs, replica firearms and cash
[526 words] 5/5/2025 7:17am
Around 4:50 p.m. on May 4, 2025, officers were dispatched to a property on Van Horne Street in relation to a weapons complaint. Information provided was that a group of individuals were seen in the park armed with what were believed to be firearms. Officers arrived in the area and located the individuals matching the descriptions provided. Officers saw that one of the individuals appeared to be ca
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DEU and ERU arrest three people and seize $24,000 in illicit drugs
[499 words] 4/24/2025 6:10am
On April 23, 2025, Detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. Based on the investigation, members of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) conducted a traffic stop on Notre Dame Avenue and arrested two individuals, both from Southern Ontario. As a result of the arrests and search of the indivi
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Officer seize $44,000 in illicit drugs during impaired driving investigation
[380 words] 3/12/2025 7:46am
Just after 9:50 p.m. on March 11, 2025, officers were dispatched to an establishment on Algonquin Road in relation to an alleged impaired. Information provided was that there was an occupied vehicle running in the parking lot, however there were concerns about the driver’s sobriety to be operating the vehicle. Officers arrived on scene and located the vehicle with its interior lights on and the en
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Officers charge three individuals with drug-related offences after traffic stop on Lorne Street
[322 words] 3/6/2025 7:25am
On March 4, 2025, detectives from the Integrated Crime Section with the assistance of Patrol Operations, the Community Response Unit and the Emergency Response Unit conducted a traffic stop on Lorne Street in relation to individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the stop, the driver and two passengers from Greater Sudbury were arrested for drug charges
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DEU detectives seize $30,000 in illicit drugs after traffic stop on Lorne Street
[357 words] 2/26/2025 6:30am
On February 25, 2025, Detectives from the Integrated Crime Section with the assistance of Patrol Operations and the Community Response Unit conducted a traffic stop on Lorne Street in relation to individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. As officers approached the vehicle, they could see the occupants throwing items into the back seat. While speaking with the occupan
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DEU and ERU execute CDSA search warrant on Pearl Street
[323 words] 2/25/2025 3:51am
On February 21, 2025, Detectives from the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, our Emergency Response Unit (ERU) executed a search warrant on Pearl Street in Greater Sudbury. During the execution of the search warrant, three individuals fr
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CRU officers arrest individual on outstanding warrant and locate $117,000 worth of drugs
[433 words] 2/6/2025 9:31am
Just before 6:00 p.m. on February 5, 2025, officers from the Community Response Unit (CRU) were on bike patrol downtown when they located an individual who was wanted on multiple outstanding arrest warrants on Elgin Street. The officers had information that the individual may be in possession of a firearm, therefore they requested additional units attend the area prior to affecting the arrest. Sho
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31-year-old charged with numerous firearms offences after incident on College Street
[402 words] 12/31/2024 5:26am
Shortly after 8:35 a.m. on December 30, 2024, officers were dispatched to a weapons complaint at a residential building on College Street. Information provided was that three individuals were involved in a verbal altercation leading to one of the individuals pointing what was described as a handgun at the other individuals. The individual with the alleged handgun then left the residential unit and
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Officers seize over $28,000 worth of illicit drugs and over $15,000 cash after traffic stop
[463 words] 12/27/2024 5:07am
Shortly after 5:30 p.m. on December 23, 2024, an officer was conducting a general patrol in the area of Notre Dame Avenue when the officer witnessed a vehicle being driven in an erratic manner. The officer conducted a traffic stop in the area of Notre Dame Avenue and King Street to address the Highway Traffic Act violations of the driver. While speaking with the driver, it was determined that the
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Three individuals arrested after gunshots inside residence on David Street in Chelmsford
[349 words] 12/16/2024 5:07am
Around 8:05 a.m. on December 14, 2024, officers were dispatched to a residential building on David Street in Chelmsford in relation to a weapons complaint. Information provided was that individuals inside the building heard what were believed to be gunshots inside one of the residential units. Officers arrived on scene and set-up containment of the building. While on scene, two individuals from th
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28-year-old man charged with attempt murder after stabbing in wooded area off Leslie Street
[303 words] 12/12/2024 7:11am
Just before 9:00 p.m. on December 11, 2024, officers were dispatched to a wooded area off Leslie Street in relation to a weapons complaint. Information provided was that an individual had been stabbed and required medical attention. Officers arrived on scene and located a 28-year-old, man who had sustained non-life-threatening injuries. He was transported to hospital by Greater Sudbury Paramedics.
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Two individuals charged after assault on Elm Street
[514 words] 12/10/2024 9:50am
At 8:00 a.m. this morning, December 10, 2024, officers were dispatched to an assault in progress at Elm Street at Eyre Street. Information provided was that multiple people were involved in an altercation in the street where one person was seen with a knife and another person was seen with what was believed to be a gun. Officers arrived on scene and immediately took two people believed to be invol
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UPDATE – Additional charges after officers locate $135,000 in illicit drugs - Elm Street
[751 words] 12/11/2024 8:56am
UPDATE As a result of the ongoing investigation, Detectives from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division were granted a search warrant for the residential unit on Elm Street at Eyre Street. Just before 5:30 p.m. on December 10, 2024, Detectives executed the search warrant and located an airsoft gun and a bb gun believed to have been used during the incident. Detectives also
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Two individuals arrested for Attempted Murder after shooting at grocery store on Notre Dame Avenue
[480 words] 11/1/2024 5:24am
Shortly before 7:30 p.m. on October 31, 2024, officers were dispatched to a grocery store on Notre Dame Avenue in relation to a Weapons complaint. Information provided was that two individuals had approached a man in the self-checkout where one of the individuals shot the man. All the individuals involved fled including the man who was shot. The 31-year-old, man attended the hospital and was treat
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Officers arrest two individuals for assault and extortion
[589 words] 10/21/2024 6:03am
Shortly after 4:40 a.m. on October 18, 2024, police were contacted in relation to an assault and theft reported after the fact. Information provided was that between 12:30 a.m. and 1:30 a.m. two individuals had attended a residence on Francis Street in Hanmer where they assaulted and threatened an individual inside the home with a baseball bat. The two individuals took the person’s wallet, cellpho
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Officers seize over $48,000 in illicit drugs after traffic stop on Frood Road
[424 words] 10/21/2024 5:35am
Just before 10:55 p.m. on October 20, 2024, officers were conducting a patrol on Frood Road when a vehicle that smelled of Cannabis was travelling in front of the marked police cruiser. Officers conducted a traffic stop on Frood Road to check on the sobriety of the driver. The driver was unable to provide a driver’s licence or registration for the vehicle, however provided a name to the officers o
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35-year-old, man arrested and charged with Aggravated Asssault after stabbing on Larch Street
[340 words] 10/15/2024 4:07am
Just before 2:30 a.m. on October 12, 2024, an altercation took place between an individual and a group of people in the area of Minto Street and Larch Street. During the altercation, a man displayed a knife and stabbed a man in the back. The individual fled prior to police arriving on scene. The victim sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries. He was transported to the hospital for medi
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The Nose Knows: Officers Sniff Out Drugs and Gun during R.I.D.E. Spot Check
[485 words] 10/1/2024 11:28am
Over the weekend, the Greater Sudbury Police Service conducted a R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) spot check on Frood Road at Burton Ave to ensure driver sobriety and community safety. Just after 1:00 a.m. on September 29 th, 2024, while interacting with the driver and sole occupant of one of the motor vehicles passing through the spot check, Officers could smell the odour of cannabis
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22-year old man Charged with Aggravated Assault after Weapons Complaint on Elm St
[290 words] 8/21/2024 10:02am
Just before 1:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 18th, 2024, the Greater Sudbury Police Service received a call for service in relation to a Weapons complaint on Elm St at Elgin St. Information provided was that an individual had been attacked with bear spray and stabbed. The suspect fled the scene prior to Police arrival. Upon arrival, Officers located the victim who had sustained serious but non-life-thr
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Man in critical condition after incident on Elm Street - 33-year-old man charged with Attempt Murder
[345 words] 7/4/2024 5:05am
Just before 5:15 p.m. on July 3, 2024, officers were dispatched to an Unknown Trouble on Elm Street. Information provided was that an individual could be heard yelling for someone to call police from inside a residential unit. Officers arrived on scene and located an individual outside the residence who was believed to be involved in the incident. Officers made entry into the unit to ensure the sa
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Two individuals arrested and charged after shooting on Agnes Street
[465 words] 5/24/2024 7:42am
Around 12:15 a.m. this morning, May 24, 2024, officers were dispatched to Agnes Street in Greater Sudbury in relation to a Weapons complaint. Information provided was that a community member heard what were believed to be gunshots and could see an individual lying on the ground. While officers were on route, a description of the individuals believed to be involved in the incident was provided. Upo
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Barricaded person taken into custody without incident in Wahnapitae
[334 words] 4/11/2024 5:46am
Around 11:45 a.m. on April 10, 2024, officers were dispatched to a residence in Wahnapitae in relation to an individual wanted for a Robbery that occurred on April 5, 2024 at an establishment on Lasalle Boulevard. When officers arrived on scene, the individual barricaded himself inside the residence. Patrol officers made multiple attempts to establish communications with the individual inside the
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Officers seize loaded handgun and close to $44,000 in drugs
[575 words] 4/2/2024 7:48am
Shortly after 4:15 p.m. on March 29, 2024, officers were dispatched to a residential unit on Bruce Avenue in relation to a Weapons complaint. Information provided was that Greater Sudbury Paramedics had attended the unit for an individual who had suffered a medical emergency. Upon entering the unit, Paramedics located the individual and while they were providing medical assistance, they located a
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34-year-old woman arrested and charged after Robbery on Lorne Street
[280 words] 3/21/2024 11:05am
Just before 9:50 a.m. this morning, March 21, 2024, officers were dispatched to a store on Lorne Street in relation to a Weapons complaint. Information provided was that an individual had entered the store, approached the cash, displayed what was believed to be a firearm and demanded money and cigarettes. No one was physically injured during the interaction. The individual fled the scene on foot w
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Grand Theft Auto
[620 words] 3/18/2024 6:07am
Around 10:10 p.m. on March 17, 2024, officers from our Traffic Management Unit and Patrol Operations Division were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check on Bancroft Drive in Greater Sudbury when officers saw the driver of a dark pick-up truck intentionally attempt to evade the spot check. Upon seeing the police cruisers and officers, the driver made an abrupt stop by enterin
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Detectives investigating shooting on Brebeuf Avenue
[450 words] 3/11/2024 4:42am
UPDATE On Thursday, March 14, 2024, with the assistance of the Toronto Police Service, 24-year-old, Gao Xo Vang from Southern Ontario was arrested in relation to the shooting that occurred on Brebeuf Avenue on March 10, 2024. Gao Xo Vang was transported back to the City of Greater Sudbury to answer to the following charges. Attempted Murder Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose Unauthori
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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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Detectives arrest 37-year-old in connection to home invasion and robbery
[495 words] 1/12/2024 12:30pm
On January 11, 2024, Detectives from the Break Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit of our Integrated Crime Section located and arrested 37-year-old, Christopher Ost from British Columbia in relation to a home invasion that occurred on December 5, 2023 on Haig Street in Sudbury and a robbery that occurred on January 9, 2024 on Paris Street in Sudbury. 37-year-old, Christopher Ost has been charged with th
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Integrated Crime Team seizes loaded handgun and over $16,000 in drugs during Search Warrant
[731 words] 12/22/2023 9:56am
On September 16th, 2023, just before 1:00 a.m., the Greater Sudbury Police Service received a call for service in relation to a Weapons complaint. Information provided was that three men, one of which was armed with a handgun, were observed entering a residence on Bruce Avenue in Greater Sudbury in what was believed to be a home invasion. The men subsequently left the residence a few minutes later
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34-year-old arrested and charged after multiple people stabbed at agency on Larch Street
[272 words] 11/30/2023 11:30am
Just after 11:00 a.m., officers were dispatched to an agency on Larch Street in relation to a Weapons complaint. Information provided was that an individual had attended the agency, became upset, stabbed multiple people and then fled on foot. Upon arrival, officers located three individuals who had sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. They were transported to hospital by City of G
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Youth arrested and charged after Robbery on Metcalfe Avenue
[334 words] 11/1/2023 9:27am
Around 8:30 p.m. on October 31, 2023, two youths carrying their Halloween candy were in a park on Metcalfe Avenue in Garson when they were approached by two youths dressed in all black, wearing tactical style vests and masks. One of the two masked youths grabbed the bag of candy from the other youths and started to run away. The two youths attempted to chase the two masked youths, however as they
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Officers arrest individual for Robbery and (birthday boy) K9 Roy recovers stolen cash
[295 words] 11/1/2023 6:15am
Shortly before 8:55 p.m. on October 31, 2023, officers were dispatched to a Robbery that had just occurred at a convenience store on Regent Street. Information provided was that an individual entered the store, approached the counter, displayed a knife and demanded money. As the employee was attempting to gather the cash, the individual grabbed the till from the register and fled the store on foot
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40-year-old shot during disturbance on Baker Street - two individuals arrested and charged
[462 words] 9/6/2023 9:19am
Around 6:55 p.m. on September 5, 2023, officers were dispatched to a residence on Baker Street in relation to a weapons complaint. Information provided was that a group of individuals were involved in a disturbance inside the residence and that one of the individuals may have been shot. The individuals responsible for the shooting fled the scene prior to police arrival. Upon arrival officers locat
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DEU seizes over $62,500 in drugs and two firearms during search warrant on Bulmer Avenue
[389 words] 8/31/2023 11:08am
This summer, Detectives from the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) began an investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. Shortly before 5:00 a.m. on August 30, 2023, members of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) along with members of the Integrated Crime Section (ICS) conducted a search warrant at a residence on Bulmer Avenue.
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DEU seizes over $271,200 in drugs during search warrant on St. George Street
[348 words] 8/4/2023 6:41am
In July 2023, Detectives from the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) began an investigation into an individual from Southern Ontario who was believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. Shortly after 10:00 a.m. on August 3, 2023, members of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) along with members of the Integrated Crime Section (ICS) conducted a search warrant a
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Detectives conducting homicide investigation after two youths were stabbed on Falconbridge Road
[727 words] 6/14/2023 4:44am
UPDATE 3 Overnight, both youths attended headquarters and surrendered to police in relation to the stabbing on Falconbridge Road that claimed the life of a 17-year-old youth and left a second youth with serious injuries. A 16-year-old, youth has been charged with First Degree Murder, Attempt Murder, Carrying a Concealed Weapon and Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose. A 17-year-old, yout
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23-year-old arrested for Attempt Murder after stabbing on Pine Street
[332 words] 6/12/2023 10:29am
Just before 9:40 a.m. on June 11, 2023, officers were dispatched to the area of Elm Street at Lorne Street in relation to a weapons complaint. Information provided was that a man appeared to have been stabbed and required medical attention. Upon arrival officers located the 29-year-old man who was transported to hospital by City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services with serious, life-threatening
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Requesting assistance to locate 19-year-old Noah Singh - Homicide at Overtime Sports Bar
[235 words] 5/12/2023 11:01am
We are requesting public assistance to locate 19-year-old, Noah Singh (images attached) as he is wanted on an outstanding arrest warrant for the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada in relation to the homicide at Overtime Sports Bar on April 21, 2023; First Degree Murder (party to the offence) Possession of a Restricted Firearm with Ammunition Conspiracy to Commit Murder Utter Thr
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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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Four people arrested and charged in connection to the murder of 31-year-old man
[474 words] 4/26/2023 6:14am
UPDATE 2 On April 14, 2023, Detectives from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division located the body of 31-year-old Emad Ali in a wooded area off Dryden Road in Greater Sudbury. Upon locating the body, members of our Search and Rescue Team working in collaboration with North Shore Search and Rescue and GSPS and OPP K9 Units conducted an extensive ground search of the area. T
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Three People Arrested After Robbery in Laneway
[521 words] 3/22/2023 6:27am
Around 5:50 p.m. on March 21, 2023, officers were dispatched to the area of Old City Hall Lane in relation to a robbery that had just occurred. Upon arrival officers located a 39-year-old man who had sustained serious injuries from the attack. He was transported to hospital by City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic Services. Through the investigation it was determined that three individuals had violent
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
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Man Arrested and Replica Firearm Seized After Incident on Old City Hall Lane
[246 words] 8/26/2020 5:44am
At 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, 2020, we received a call regarding a man waving around what was believed to be a handgun on Old City Hall Lane off of Durham Street downtown. Patrol Officers quickly arrived on scene and located a man matching the description walking down the laneway. Officers also located the weapon on the ground where they originally saw the man. The man was placed under arres
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K9 Recon Winner of Hide and Seek After Early Morning Dog Track
[430 words] 7/28/2020 7:14am
Just before 4:00 a.m. this morning, Tuesday, July 28, 2020 we received a call regarding a disturbance outside of an establishment on Notre Dame Avenue in Azilda. Information provided was that a man and woman could be heard yelling at each other in the parking lot. When Officers arrived on scene, two vehicles could be seen in the parking lot. The drivers of the vehicles attempted to quickly exit th
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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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Weapons Complaint on Christakos Street Leads to Two Arrests
[648 words] 5/25/2020 5:59am
UPDATE Throughout the day yesterday, Monday, May 25, 2020, Detectives from our Criminal Investigation Division executed a Search Warrant at the residence on Christakos Street after an incident that extended close to 20 hours. As a result of the Search Warrant a firearm, various ammunitions and a quantity of Methamphetamine were located and seized. 23 year old, Jayson Wright has been charged with t
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Man Arrested and Charged After Robbery at Convenience Store on Notre Dame Avenue
[271 words] 5/4/2020 8:24am
Just after 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 3, 2020, a man entered a convenience store on Notre Dame Avenue and began arguing with the employee at the counter. The man then pulled what was believed to be a firearm from the waistband of his pants and pointed it at the employee. The man exited the store with a package of cigarettes. The employee was not injured during the altercation. Officers arrived on s
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Man Arrested After Stabbing at Apartment Building on Paris Street
[323 words] 4/28/2020 10:45am
Just before 1:55 p.m. on Monday, April 27, 2020, we received a call of a Weapons Complaint in relation to a stabbing at an apartment building on Paris Street. Officers arrived on scene and located a 56 year old man inside of a residential unit within the building. The man had sustained a stab wound and was transported to the hospital by Paramedics with non-life threatening injuries. The man respon
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TMU Officer Takes Out the Trash
[320 words] 4/6/2020 9:30am
Shortly after 9:00 p.m. on April 5, 2020, we were called to a disturbance involving a man believed to have a conducted energy weapon (CEW) in his possession on Adie Street in Greater Sudbury. Upon arrival the Officer saw two men fleeing the scene on foot. The Officer followed the men to the intersection of Lansdowne Road and Frood Road where one of the men was seen throwing something into a garbag
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Scratch Tickets - A BEAR Necessity During Convenience Store Robbery
[338 words] 3/30/2020 6:28am
Around 5:45 a.m. on Thursday, March 26, 2020, we received a call regarding a Robbery that had just taken place at a convenience store on Lasalle Boulevard. A man had entered the store with his face covered, displayed a knife and stole over $700 of scratch tickets before fleeing the area on foot. The employee was not injured during the interaction. Patrol Officers arrived on scene minutes later and
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Crime Doesn't Stop for a State of Emergency
[497 words] 3/20/2020 4:49am
In November of 2019, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Integrated Crime Team (I.C.T.) working in collaboration with the Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (O.C.E.B.) commenced multiple investigations intending to disrupt drug trafficking operations entering and operating within the City of Greater Sudbury. Shortly after 5:00 p.m., on March 19, 2020, Officers fro
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High-Risk Vehicle Stop Leads to Arrest of Five Individuals Connected to Shooting
[550 words] 2/10/2020 6:51am
Just before 8:45 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2020, we received a call regarding a Weapons complaint at a residential complex on Whittaker Street. The information provided was that a man had been shot and the person responsible had fled the scene. Minutes later, Officers arrived on scene and confirmed that a 24 year old man had sustained a serious gunshot wound and was going to be transported to ho
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Man Arrested and Charged After Mischief Incident Early This Morning
[404 words] 1/9/2020 5:17am
Just after 3:00 a.m. this morning, Thursday, January 9, 2020, we were called in relation to a Mischief in progress on Morin Avenue where the man believed to be responsible was still on scene. Patrol Officers arrived moments later and found the man standing outside of the residential building holding a large wooden table leg. The man appeared to be very agitated and could be heard yelling at someon
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BEAR Unit Arrest Man and Woman in Connection to Robbery at Gas Station on MR80
[414 words] 1/3/2020 6:21am
Just before 4:30 a.m. on December 31, 2019, a man and a woman attended a fast food restaurant on MR80 in Val Caron. The woman remained in the vehicle while the man covered his face, walked up to the drive through window, forced it open and attempted to take the cash register from inside. An employee inside the restaurant yelled at the man who let go of the register and ran back to the vehicle. Min
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B.E.A.R. Unit Arrests Man for Three Robberies and Conducts Search Warrant on Lasalle
[292 words] 12/6/2019 10:22am
Shortly before 12:45 p.m. on Thursday, December 5, 2019, the Break Enter and Robbery (B.E.A.R.) Unit with assistance from the Tactical Unit arrested a 47-year old man on Lasalle Boulevard in relation to three Robberies. The Officers then executed a Search Warrant at a residential building on Lasalle in relation to these investigations. The three Robberies took place at convenience stores (two loca
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Plain Clothes Officers Seize $5,600 of Fentanyl After Witnessing Hand-to-Hand Transactions Downtown
[471 words] 12/2/2019 10:06am
On November 28 and 29, 2019, members of our Integrated Crime Team (I.C.T) with support from Patrol Operations and the Central Community Response Unit conducted focused patrols in the area of Elm Street, Cedar Street, Larch Street and Beech Street in relation to ongoing concerns of suspected illegal drug activity and loitering. Over the two-day initiative Detectives from the I.C.T. arrested five in