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DEU seizes over $31,000 in illicit drugs and $12,175 in cash after search warrant on Demorest Avenue
[294 words] 1/14/2026 3:28am
On January 13, 2026, detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded a drug investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in our community. Based on the investigation, members of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and K9 Unit executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) warrant at an apartment on Demorest Avenue where two people were located and arrested
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Officers seize firearms and close to $160,000 in illicit drugs and cash
[397 words] 1/13/2026 6:49am
On January 10, 2026, officers in Patrol Operations began an investigation into an individual believed to be unlawfully in possession of multiple firearms. Based on the investigation, detectives in the Major Crime Section applied for and were granted a search warrant for a residence on Elbow Lake Road in Estaire. Members of Patrol Operations executed the search warrant and located a handgun, a revo
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Officers respond to unknown trouble at housing complex off Fielding Street
[344 words] 12/18/2025 4:03am
Around 8:55 a.m. on December 17, 2025, our 9-1-1 Emergency Communication Centre received a call from an open line where two individuals were heard yelling and one of the individuals stated that he had a gun. Patrol officers were dispatched to the housing complex on Cambrian Village Road off Fielding Street as it was determined that the call originated from one of the residential units. Officers se
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24-year-old man arrested and charged after Robbery at convenience store on Elm Street
[415 words] 12/17/2025 3:38am
Around 10:40 a.m. on December 16, 2025, officers responded to a Robbery at a convenience store on Elm Street at Beatty Street. A 63-year-old, man (employee) was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after being hit in the head with a bottle and assaulted by the person responsible for incident. The individual responsible for the Robbery fled on foot prior to police arrival. Off
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Project Paris leads to 21 arrests and the recovery of $150,000 worth of stolen property
[232 words] 11/13/2025 10:48am
The Greater Sudbury Police Service remains committed to the safety, security, and wellness of our community members. In response to concerns expressed by residents and community partners at 1920 and 1960 Paris Street, officers conducted Project Paris between October 27 and November 7, 2025. This proactive initiative focused on individuals who posed a risk to public safety through bail compliance c
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Officers arrest & charge two individuals for drug trafficking after search warrant at 1960 Paris St
[346 words] 11/6/2025 9:43am
On November 5, 2025, detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in our community. Detectives with the assistance of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and K9 Unit executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a residential unit at 1960 Paris Street. During the execution of the search
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BEAR Unit recovers $73,250 in stolen property after residential B&E’s
[343 words] 10/23/2025 6:30am
On October 4, 2025, officers responded to a Break and Enter at a residence in the South End of Greater Sudbury where a significant amount of jewelry and electronic equipment were stolen from the home. As part of the ongoing investigation, officers in the Break Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit identified the individual believed to be responsible and connected the individual to a separate residential B
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DEU seizes illicit drugs and cash after CDSA search warrant at 720 Bruce Avenue
[329 words] 10/10/2025 7:41am
On October 9, 2025, detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation involving individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in our community. Members of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and K9 Unit executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) warrant at a residential unit at 720 Bruce Avenue. Seven people were located inside the apartment and arrested fo
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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 arrest two people after CDSA search warrant on Frood Road
[294 words] 8/26/2025 4:48am
The Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) working in collaboration with the Central Community Response (CRU) Unit and Patrol Operations remain committed 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 2
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BEAR Unit seizes over $200,000 in stolen property during search warrant in Wahnapitae
[244 words] 8/15/2025 9:25am
On August 9, 2025, detectives from our Break Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit concluded an investigation into an individual who was believed to be involved in at least five significant property-related crimes between 2015 and 2025. Detectives from the Integrated Crime Section executed a search warrant at an address in Wahnapitae in relation to the investigation. During the search, detectives seized o
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Illegal Cannabis Dispensary Investigation Leads to Arrest and Significant Seizure
[431 words] 8/8/2025 10:04am
In the summer of 2025, the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) received a complaint from a concerned community member reporting that an illegal cannabis dispensary, known as “The Red Eyes,” had sold cannabis products to a 13-year-old youth. Members of the GSPS Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) immediately engaged with the complainant and launched an investigation under the Cannabis Act. On August 7 t
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Officers arrest 40-year-old man for historical IPV incidents
[315 words] 8/7/2025 7:13am
In July, officers from the Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Unit began an investigation in relation to historical IPV incidents involving two individuals in our community. On August 5, 2025, 40-year-old, Robert Dorzek from Val Caron was arrested by members of our Emergency Response and IPV Units. The individual has been charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada; Cause U
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Illegal Psilocybin Dispensary Shut Down in Downtown Sudbury
[412 words] 8/1/2025 5:34am
The Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) has concluded a series of investigations into an illegal psilocybin (Magic Mushrooms) dispensary operating under the name “Shroomyz” in downtown Sudbury. In November 2024, GSPS received multiple community complaints regarding the unauthorized sale of psilocybin, a Schedule III controlled substance under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA). The s
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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 execute search warrant at illegal psilocybin dispensary downtown
[467 words] 7/3/2025 7:02am
In November of 2024, an illegal psilocybin (Magic Mushroom) dispensary opened in the downtown core. Psilocybin is a controlled drug under Schedule III of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) and selling psilocybin carries a maximum penalty of ten years in prison. Members of the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) immediately engaged with the building owner and the store employees for the purpose
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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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MORE THAN 7 KG OF FENTANYL, 12 KG OF COCAINE AND 4 FIREARMS SEIZED IN SUDBURY
[659 words] 6/17/2025 7:12am
Twenty-five individuals, many from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), are facing a combined 197 charges under the Criminal Codeand the Controlled Drugs and Substances Actfollowing a 16-month investigation. In January 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Provincial Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG) and the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) began Project SATURA
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DEU detectives seize loaded handgun and $63,000 worth of drugs during warrant
[357 words] 5/23/2025 5:51am
On May 22, 2025, detectives from the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation into individuals from Southern Ontario wanted on outstanding arrest warrants. As a result of the investigation, detectives with the assistance of the Emergency Response and K9 Units executed a warrant to enter a dwelling on Whittaker Street. Two individuals from Southern Ontar
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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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36-year-old man from Southern Ontario charged with numerous Child Pornography-related offences
[318 words] 4/10/2025 11:19am
In October 2024, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit initiated an online investigation targeting offenders who were actively luring children. On October 22, 2024, our ICE Unit in collaboration with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Child Sexual Exploitation Unit executed a search warrant at a residence in Angus, Ontario. As a result of the investigation, 36-
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Officers respond to barricaded person on Hanna Avenue in Capreol
[343 words] 4/2/2025 3:46am
Around 10:55 a.m. on April 1, 2025, Greater Sudbury Fire Services were dispatched to a structure fire on Hanna Avenue in Capreol. Fire Services arrived on scene to extinguish the fire and an individual became aggressive with firefighters. The individual then barricaded himself inside the residence prior to police arrival. Members of Patrol Operations set-up containment of the residence while Emerg
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Officers locate clandestine methamphetamine laboratory in Chelmsford
[377 words] 3/6/2025 4:05am
On March 2, 2025, officers from Patrol Operations were dispatched to an address in Chelmsford for an assault complaint. During the initial assault investigation, officers received information that there may be a drug lab on the property. While conducting the investigation, officers observed what they believed to be an active methamphetamine lab. Officers arrested the individual, secured the reside
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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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Six individuals in police custody after home invasion on Lasalle Blvd
[660 words] 2/13/2025 10:13am
At approximately 2:00 a.m. on February 13th, 2025, the Greater Sudbury Police Service responded to a call regarding a home invasion and shooting at a residence on Lasalle Boulevard. The homeowner sustained minor injuries following a brief physical altercation, including a non-life-threatening wound from a gunshot. Upon arrival, Patrol Officers observed three males fleeing the scene on foot. One su
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Three Individuals Arrested and Charged with Drug Trafficking Offences
[338 words] 2/11/2025 9:57am
On the morning of February 11 th, 2025, Detectives from the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation regarding individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, the GSPS Emergency Response Unit (ERU) executed a search warrant on Leslie Street in Greater Sudbury. Throughout the search of the reside
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31-year-old woman arrested and charged with numerous CDSA offences
[359 words] 1/22/2025 8:44am
Earlier this month, members of the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit initiated an investigation into an individual believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. On January 16, 2025, members of the Integrated Crime Section with the assistance of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Guns & Gangs Enforcement Team executed a Controlled Drugs and Substanc
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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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33-year-old, man charged with Internet Child Exploitation-related offences
[165 words] 12/19/2024 5:45am
On December 18, 2024, the Greater Sudbury Police Internet Child Exploitation Unit and Break Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 33-year-old, Josh Ackerland was arrested and charged with the following offences: Possession of Child Pornography Access Child Pornography Make Available Child Pornography Josh Acke
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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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Officers seize two firearms after Fail to Remain on MR35
[556 words] 12/9/2024 10:36am
On November 29, 2024, officers were dispatched to a Fail to Remain that occurred on MR35 in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that a community member was driving West on MR35 when their vehicle was sideswiped by a sedan and the driver of the sedan refused to pullover. The community member followed the involved vehicle to a parking lot on Highway 144 in Chelmsford where the community member
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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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Detectives seize $14,000 in illicit drugs during search warrant on Frood Road
[411 words] 10/11/2024 4:14am
This summer, Detectives from the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team began an investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. Shortly before 6:00 a.m. on October 10, 2024, Detectives with the assistance of our Emergency Response Unit (ERU) execut
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DEU conclude drug trafficking investigation and seize close to $24,000 in drugs
[253 words] 8/6/2024 11:43am
On August 1, 2024, Detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation into an individual from Greater Sudbury who was believed to be trafficking illicit drugs. Detectives from the Integrated Crime Section with the assistance of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) arrested 42-year-old, Crystal Prescott on drug charges and executed two Search Warrants in Greater Sudbury. As a r
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Multiple people arrested in connection to Home Invasions
[597 words] 8/6/2024 7:14am
Just before 2:30 a.m. on August 3, 2024, officers were dispatched to a residential unit on St. Charles Street in relation to a Home Invasion. Information provided was that individuals armed with guns were breaking into the residence. Upon arrival, it was determined that the individuals responsible had fled the scene. Based on the investigation, it was further determined that a separate Home Invasi
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63-year-old, arrested and charged with Child Pornography offences
[217 words] 7/23/2024 8:19am
In May, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit received information from the National Centre for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) in relation to an individual believed to be accessing child exploitation material in Greater Sudbury. On July 3, 2024, the ICE and Computer Forensics Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury where compute
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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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DEU seizes illicit drugs and counterfeit money during search warrant on Burton Avenue
[383 words] 6/14/2024 11:30am
This morning, June 14, 2024, Detectives from the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation regarding individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, Detectives from the Integrated Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division, along with the assistance of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU),
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DEU seizes over $40,000 in illicit drugs during search warrant on Pine Street
[377 words] 5/2/2024 10:16am
On May 2, 2024, Detectives from the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation regarding individuals from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) who were believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. Detectives from the Integrated Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division, along with the assistance of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU), K
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OPP-led GNG Enforcement Team and GSPS DEU seize nearly half a kilogram of Cocaine
[392 words] 4/12/2024 4:06am
Two individuals have been charged after a search warrant was executed at a residence on Ontario Street in Sudbury by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Joint Forces Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG) and the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU). The following items were seized: nearly half a kilogram of cocaine $2,440 in Canadian currency six cell
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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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DEU in collaboration with OPP-led Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team seize close to $39,000 in drugs
[324 words] 3/26/2024 4:25am
On March 22, 2024, Detectives from the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation into an individual from Greater Sudbury who was believed to be trafficking illicit drugs. Detectives from the Integrated Crime Section with the assistance of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team arreste
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BEAR Unit seizes $59,000 in drugs, over $60,000 cash and $20,000 in stolen property
[461 words] 3/11/2024 9:48am
On March 8, 2024, Detectives from the Greater Sudbury Police Service Break Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit concluded an investigation into an individual who was believed to be involved in property-related crimes throughout Ontario. Detectives from the Integrated Crime Section with the assistance of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) arrested a 32-year-old man and a 27-year-old woman on property relat
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DEU Seizes $19,400 in Drugs and $6,000 in Cash from Drug Trafficker
[294 words] 2/23/2024 8:17am
On February 17 th, 2024, Detectives from the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation regarding an individual from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) who was believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. Detectives from the Integrated Crime Section, along with the assistance of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and the Ontario Provincial Poli
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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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Internet Child Exploitation and Computer Forensics Units arrest 43-year-old for numerous offences
[254 words] 1/24/2024 3:58am
On January 18,2024, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Internet Child Exploitation and Computer Forensics Units in conjunction with the Emergency Response Unit executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 43-year-old, Michael Tomasik was arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code Canada: Agreement or Arrangement-Sexua
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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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TMU arrests and charges driver involved in single vehicle collision on Skead Road
[342 words] 11/7/2023 5:26am
UPDATE: On November 6, 2023, the Traffic Management Unit concluded its investigation into the collision on Skead Road on October 7, 2023, that resulted in four youths being transported to hospital, two with serious injuries. The investigation included the reconstruction of the collision and the execution of multiple search warrants to gather evidence. As a result of the information gathered from t
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53-year-old arrested and charged for Human Trafficking-related offences
[271 words] 10/6/2023 8:51am
In August 2023, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Integrated Crime Section began a Human Trafficking-related investigation after receiving a report from a survivor of multiple sexual assaults and incidents of forcible confinement. To protect the survivor’s identity, no further details will be provided. As a result of the investigation, just after 7:00 a.m. on October 5, 2023, a search warrant was
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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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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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Loaded Firearm and Fentanyl Seized During Search Warrant on Adie Street
[384 words] 9/1/2023 4:47am
Two people are facing multiple drug and firearm related charges after the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Joint Forces Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG) executed a search warrant in Sudbury. On August 30, 2023, members of PGNG, in partnership with the OPP Sudbury Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau, and the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) Intelligence Unit, executed a sear
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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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86-year old Man Charged with Distribution of Sexually Explicit Materials Involving Youth
[563 words] 7/20/2023 10:46am
Since the year 2000, the Greater Sudbury Police Service has been receiving reports of incidents involving jars containing sexually explicit handwritten materials found in various locations throughout the Vermilion Lake area of Greater Sudbury. On July 12th, 2023, Greater Sudbury Police Service was notified that a community member had located a jar in the area of Gordon Lake Road, containing sexual
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Bookkeeper caught cooking the books for personal gain
[184 words] 7/11/2023 10:51am
In early June, Detectives from the Financial Crimes Unit of our Criminal Investigation Division began a fraud investigation into an employee at a local business who was believed to be using company funds and forging accounting entries for personal financial gain. After interviewing several witnesses and obtaining a search warrant for the individual’s personal banking records, Detectives arrested a
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28-year-old man charged in internet child exploitation investigation
[175 words] 6/28/2023 4:13am
On June 8, 2023, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Internet Child Exploitation and Computer Forensics Units in collaboration with the Emergency Response Unit executed a search warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 28-year-old, Matthew Newton was arrested and charged with the following offences: Access Child Pornography x2 Possess Child Pornography x2 Matth
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68-year-old Man Arrested and Charged by Internet Child Exploitation Unit
[216 words] 4/14/2023 8:47am
On April 12, 2023 the Greater Sudbury Police Service Internet Child Exploitation and Computer Forensics Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 68-year-old, Jack Laakso was arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada: Access Child Pornography Possess Child Pornography Make Available Child Pornograp
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If it seems too good to be true
[244 words] 4/6/2023 4:32am
Between January 2022 and March 2023, the Greater Sudbury Police Service received several fraud complaints in relation to local businesses, 5026830 Ontario Ltd. and Nickel City Financing, operated by the same individual. Multiple community members alleged that after providing deposits for sea containers, repossessed items, and other services, the goods and services were never provided nor were the
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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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Provincial Joint-forces Guns and Gangs Team and GSPS DEU Seize 2.7 Kilograms of Cocaine
[638 words] 3/31/2023 6:58am
The Provincial Joint Forces Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG), in partnership with the Greater Sudbury Police Service and with assistance from the Durham Regional Police, has arrested six people after identifying a drug trafficking operation reaching from the Greater Toronto Area to Sudbury. The PGNG and Greater Sudbury Police Service began the investigation in August of 2022. On March 29, 20
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62 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Child Pornography-related Offences
[178 words] 3/1/2023 8:56am
On February 22, 2023, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) and Computer Forensics Units working in collaboration with the Integrated Crime Section, executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 62-year-old, Rae Cameron was arrested and charged with the following offences: • Access Child Pornography x6 • Possess Child
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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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Two Men Arrested and Charged with Manslaughter After 48 year old Man Dies of Drug Overdose
[227 words] 12/22/2022 3:01am
On December 15, 2022, Detectives from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division with the assistance of the Waterloo Regional Police Service arrested 34 year old Bidah Preet Singh Bhatia of Waterloo for Manslaughter and Trafficking a Schedule I Substance. As a result of the ongoing investigation, GSPS Detectives and members of WRPS conducted a Search Warrant at the man’s reside
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Detectives Seize Loaded Handgun and Over $56,000 Worth of Drugs as Part of Guns and Gangs Task Force
[404 words] 10/12/2022 11:55am
The Provincial Joint-forces Guns and Gangs Task Force focuses its efforts on major crime operations that pose a direct and elevated threat to the safety, security and wellness of Northern Ontario communities. The Task Force received information that individuals from Southern Ontario were trafficking illicit substances in Greater Sudbury. As part of the ongoing investigation, Detectives applied for
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UPDATE - Driver of Vehicle Arrested - Shooter Still Outstanding - Shots Fired on Grandview Boulevard
[469 words] 10/6/2022 9:10am
UPDATE As a result of the ongoing investigation into the incident that occurred on September 28, 2022 on Grandview Boulevard, Detectives with the assistance of Patrol Operations located and arrested the driver of the vehicle involved in the shooting. On October 5, 2022, Detectives from our Break Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit of the Integrated Crime Section located 19 year old Nolan Cormier on Not
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Four People in Custody After Weapons Complaint on Willow Street
[323 words] 10/5/2022 5:32am
Just before 2:15 a.m. this morning, October 5, 2022, Officers were dispatched to the area of Willow Street in Greater Sudbury after reports of what was believed to be gunshots. Information provided was that multiple gunshots had been heard and that a man had possibly been shot. Upon arrival Officers located a vehicle leaving the area. Officers conducted a traffic stop and while speaking with the i
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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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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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Officer Seizes Over $15,500 Worth of Drugs After Aggressive Driving Incident
[364 words] 6/23/2022 5:00am
Around 1:45 p.m. on June 19, 2022, a Patrol Officer was in the area of Elgin Street and St. Anne Road when he saw a 2013 four-door, grey Volkswagon Jetta being driven in an erratic manner. The Officer began to strategically follow the vehicle in order to avoid a pursuit as he believed that the driver would attempt to flee from Police. As the Officer approached the intersection of Patterson Street
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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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DEU Arrest and Charge Three Individuals in Relation to Drug Trafficking Investigation
[384 words] 6/15/2022 11:55am
At the beginning of June, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) began a Drug Trafficking Investigation into a community member believed to be dealing Fentanyl and Cocaine. It was believed that the drugs were being supplied by a person from Southern Ontario. As part of the investigation, Detectives from our DEU applied for and were granted a Search Warrant for an address on
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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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54 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Sexual Violence-related Offences
[303 words] 5/27/2022 9:10am
On May 25, 2022, Detectives entered into a Human Trafficking-related Investigation involving a youth under the age of 16. Due to the sensitive nature of the incident and in order to protect the Survivor’s identity, no further details will be provided. On May 26, 2022, Detectives from our Integrated Crime Team and our Missing Persons Investigator from the Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investi
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International Investigation into "Welcome To Video" Leads to Arrest of 28 year old Man
[323 words] 4/7/2022 6:12am
In 2019, an International investigation into the purchasing of Internet Child Exploitation materials using Bitcoin from a South Korean Child Pornography website (WTV-WelcomeToVideo) resulted in the takedown of one of the largest Child Pornography websites on the Darknet. ( original article) The investigation was a collaborative effort involving US Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the Britis
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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 Arrested and Charged After Weapons Complaint on Spruce Street
[428 words] 3/28/2022 4:44am
Shortly after 7:00 p.m. on March 27, 2022, we received a call regarding a man in emotional distress at a residence on Spruce Street in Greater Sudbury. Information provided was that the man had attended the residence and had been in an altercation with a person inside the home. Additional information provided was that he was in possession of a firearm, as well as, a conducted energy weapon. The pe
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DEU Executes Cannabis Act Search Warrant at Business on Lasalle Boulevard
[241 words] 3/10/2022 8:13am
We received numerous complaints from community members in relation to an illegal Cannabis dispensary operating on Lasalle Boulevard. Members of our Integrated Crime Section – Drug Enforcement Unit began an investigation into the matter that resulted in a Cannabis Act Search Warrant being executed at a local business on Lasalle Boulevard on March 9, 2022. As a result of the investigation and execut
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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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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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Too Hot to Handle - Not to be Confused with the Netflix Original Series
[361 words] 1/17/2022 6:16am
Shortly after 4:30 p.m. on January 10, 2022, we received a call from City of Greater Fire Services as Firefighters were on scene of a kitchen fire inside one of the units at the Richard Lake Motel. During the initial investigation, Officers and Firefighters found evidence that the occupant was using a butane stove within the Motel room when an explosion took place blowing out the window of the roo
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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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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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29-year old Man Arrested and Charged with Child Pornography Offences
[181 words] 9/16/2021 9:44am
On September 15th, 2021, our Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Units in conjunction with the Tactical and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 29-year old Robert Cunningham was arrested and charged with the following offences: Access Child Pornography x 1 Possess Child Pornography x 1 Make Avail
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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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43 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Numerous Child Pornography Offences
[365 words] 8/25/2021 7:46am
UPDATE Since the arrest of James “Jamie” Doucette on August 24, 2021, Detectives from our Internet Child Exploitation Unit have continued to investigate information related to the initial investigation. As a result, James Doucette has also been charged with the following offences: • Sexual Interference x3 • Sexual Assault (child) x3 • Sexual Assault (adult) • Invitation to Sexual Touching x2 •
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BEAR Unit Arrests Man in Connection to Numerous Commercial Break and Enters in New Sudbury
[382 words] 7/14/2021 9:59am
Between April 15 and July 4, 2021, eight commercial Break and Enters were reported by local businesses in the New Sudbury area. The string of B&E’s was assigned to our Break Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit of our Integrated Crime Team as it was suspected that the same individual was involved in all of the incidents. Through the investigation, Detectives identified a man believed to be responsible fo
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39 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Child Pornography Offences
[187 words] 6/14/2021 6:42am
On June 10, 2021 the Greater Sudbury Police Service Internet Child Exploitation and Computer Forensics Units working in collaboration with our Emergency Response and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 39 year old Tyler Chapman was arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada: Acces
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Child Pornography Investigations Lead to Arrests of Two Men
[283 words] 5/28/2021 9:31am
On May 19th, 2021, the Internet Child Exploitation Unit (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Unit in conjunction with the Tactical Unit and Intelligence Unit executed a search warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 25-year old Connor Armstrong was arrested and charged with the following offences: Luring a child under 18 x 1 Make Child Pornography x 1 Possess Child
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Police Week 2021: Cst. Kyle Chandler
[424 words] 5/14/2021 5:37am
As we continue to celebrate Police Week by recognizing our valuable and dedicated personnel, both Sworn and Civilian, we’d like to introduce you to Constable Kyle Chandler: "My name is Kyle Chandler and I am a member of the GSPS Emergency Response Unit (ERU). More specifically, I am a Team Leader and Sniper with the Tactical Unit and a Police Explosive Technician (Bomb Tech) with the Explosive Di
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Detectives Charge 24 year old Man with Firearms Trafficking
[443 words] 4/29/2021 7:30am
On March 30, 2021, members of our Criminal Investigation Division executed a Criminal Code Search Warrant at a residential building on Cedar Street in relation to an active Firearms Trafficking investigation. At the time, Detectives were following up on firearms and ammunition that were seized during unrelated Search Warrants earlier this year within Greater Sudbury. Investigators were conducting
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Man Arrested in Connection to Two Robberies in Val Caron
[340 words] 4/13/2021 11:59am
On April 8, 2021, as part of an ongoing investigation into recent Robberies that took place in Val Caron, Detectives from our Break, Enter and Robbery (B.E.A.R.) Unit executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Val Caron. Upon executing the Search Warrant, Detectives located the man believed to be responsible for both Robberies, as well as, the knife used in at least one of the incidents. The firs
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I.C.E. and O.P.P. Execute Search Warrant in West Nipissing
[199 words] 4/13/2021 4:46am
On April 8, 2021, our Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Units working collaboration with the Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) executed a Search Warrant at a residence in West Nipissing. As a result of the investigation, 39 year old Jashua Tremblay was arrested and charged with the following offences: Access Child Pornography Possess Child Pornography Distribute Child P
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D.E.U. Seize Over $38,000 Worth of Cocaine and Fentanyl
[366 words] 4/12/2021 5:52am
On Friday, April 9, 2021, we received information that an individual from Southern Ontario was not abiding by his release conditions and was currently in Greater Sudbury dealing illicit drugs. Detectives from our Drug Enforcement Unit (D.E.U.) of our Integrated Crime Section applied for and were granted a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (C.D.S.A.) Search Warrant for a residence on Brodie Stree
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24 year old Sudbury Man Arrested and Charged by Internet Child Exploitation Unit
[189 words] 3/31/2021 5:20am
On March 24, 2021, our Internet Child Exploitation and Computer Forensics Units assisted by our Emergency Response and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 24 year old Jessie Bernard was arrested and charged with the following offences: Make Child Pornography x2 Access Child Pornography x2 Possess Child Pornography x5 Di
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UPDATE - Three Individuals Charged - Detectives Seize Firearms and Drugs After Robbery
[1070 words] 2/24/2021 8:21am
UPDATE On February 19, 2021, we received information that wanted party, 24 year old Jayson Wright staying at another establishment in the South End of Greater Sudbury. Based on the ongoing investigation, Detectives applied for and were granted a Warrant to Enter, as well as, a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrant and a Criminal Code of Canada Search Warrant due to believed presence
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Officers Seize Drugs, Weapons and Explosives After Search Warrants on Moxam Road
[436 words] 2/22/2021 11:55am
On February 16, 2021, we received information that a resident on Moxam Drive in Lively was in possession of explosives and illicit drugs. Detectives from our Major Crime Section of our Criminal Investigation Division began an investigation into the matter. Based on the investigation, Detectives applied for and were granted Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrants for t
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27 year old Man Charged with Numerous Child Pornography Offences
[174 words] 2/19/2021 3:47am
On February 18, 2021 the Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Units assisted by member of our Emergency Response and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 27 year old, Kodie O’Malley was arrested and charged with the following offences: Access Child Pornography x10 Possess Child Pornography x11 Di
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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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44 year old Woman Arrested and Charged with Child Pornography Offences
[177 words] 2/12/2021 3:16am
On February 11, 2021 the Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Units assisted by members of our Emergency Response and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 44 year old, Tina Lashbrook was arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada; Access Child Pornography x2
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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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Joint-forces C.D.S.A. Search Warrant Leads to Seizure of Over $2,750,000 Worth of Drugs
[261 words] 2/3/2021 3:18am
On January 27, 2021, Detectives from the Toronto Police Service Drug Squad working in collaboration with our Drug Enforcement Unit executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (C.D.S.A.) Search Warrant at a residence on Ontario Street in Greater Sudbury. During the Search Warrant, Detectives located and seized over 6,700 grams of Fentanyl and 418 grams of Cocaine with an estimated street value o
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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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28 year old Man Arrested and Charged with Child Pornography Offences
[176 words] 1/22/2021 6:31am
On January 21, 2021 the Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Units assisted by our Emergency Response and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, 28 year old Gabriel Hache was arrested and charged with the following offences: Access Child Pornography Possess Child Pornography x 2 Distribute Child Porn
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34 year old Man Arrested and Charged as Result of ICE Investigation
[208 words] 1/15/2021 3:47am
On January 14, 2021 our Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) and Computer Forensics Units in conjunction with our Emergency Response (Tactical) and Intelligence Units executed a Search Warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the investigation, a 34 year old man was arrested and charged with the following offences: Make Child Pornography Access Child Pornography Possess Child Por
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Joint-forces Internet Child Exploitation Investigation Leads to Arrest of 30 year old Man
[206 words] 12/11/2020 10:40am
The Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) Unit was recently notified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that a person in Greater Sudbury had been accessing and possessing Child Pornography online over a period of several years. On December 10, 2020, our I.C.E. and Computer Forensics Units in conjunction with our Emergency Response Unit (Tactical) and Intelligence Unit executed Search Warra
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D.E.U. and O.C.E.B. Seize 490 Doses of Fentanyl During Three C.D.S.A. Search Warrants
[413 words] 11/6/2020 10:56am
Background The Opioid Crisis consistently demonstrates the devastating effects of Opioids on our community, the province and the nation due to accidental overdoses. In November of 2019, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Integrated Crime Section (I.C.S.) working in collaboration with the Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (O.C.E.B.) commenced multiple investigat
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Man Responsible for Robbery at Gunpoint at Local Pharmacy Arrested and Charged
[346 words] 11/4/2020 9:37am
Around 10:00 a.m. on November 1, 2020, we received a call regarding a Robbery that had just occurred at a pharmacy on Bancroft Drive. Information provided was that a man entered the pharmacy, pulled out what was believed to be a handgun and demanded narcotics. The man fled the pharmacy with an unknown quantity of prescription drugs. A K9 track was conducted in the area, however, it was later learn
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Cannabis Investigation in Val Caron
[676 words] 9/18/2020 11:48am
Cannabis Act Background: Although cannabis possession and production has been legalized, it is regulated and it has always remained a criminal offence to produce, sell, distribute, import/export and use cannabis outside of the parameters of both the provincial and federal legislation, specifically the Cannabis Act. It remains the role of Police to enforce and investigate criminal cannabis incide
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Almost $2 Million of Cannabis Seized From Large Grow Operation and Extraction Lab in Chelmsford
[605 words] 9/4/2020 5:46am
Cannabis Act Background Although cannabis possession and production has been legalized it is regulated and it has always remained a criminal offence to produce, sell, distribute, import/export and use cannabis outside of the parameters of both the provincial and federal legislation specifically the Cannabis Act. A criminal enterprise begins when those involved begin exploiting the Health Canada
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Two ICE Investigations Lead to the Arrest of a 31 year old Man
[285 words] 8/13/2020 6:34am
In late 2019, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit received two separate investigations from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). Each investigation found that a person in Greater Sudbury was distributing child abuse material online. Our ICE Unit continued each investigation by executing several court orders in an effort to identify the offender. Members o
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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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Sometimes You're Flush and Sometime You're Bust(ed) by D.E.U. With Over a Kilo of Cocaine
[468 words] 7/24/2020 9:41am
In July of 2020, 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.) initiated an investigation intended to disrupt drug trafficking operations entering and operating within the City of Greater Sudbury. Shortly before 10:00 p.m. on July 23, 2020, Members of our I.C.T. as
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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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I.C.E. and C.F.U. Connect Sudbury Man to F.B.I. Investigation
[562 words] 6/24/2020 9:42am
**UPDATE** In 2016, FBI Sacramento conducted a worldwide investigation into a large group of people possessing and accessing Child Pornography using an online storage website. In 2018, the FBI forwarded information to the Greater Sudbury Police Service pointing to a Sudbury resident being involved. In October 2018, a 33 year old man from Greater Sudbury was arrested and charged by our Internet Chi
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Incident Resolved Peacefully: Barricaded Man on Beatty Street
[305 words] 6/30/2020 10:51am
At 8:25 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30 th, 2020, we received a call regarding a disturbance at a residence on Beatty Street in Sudbury involving a dispute. Patrol Officers arrived on scene where it was determined that a man was armed with a weapon. The man, in crisis, barricaded himself inside the residence. Beatty Street and the surrounding area were immediately contained by Police to ensure public sa
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44 year old Man Charged with Possession and Distribution of Child Pornography
[235 words] 6/11/2020 7:48am
In June 2020, our Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) Unit was notified by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (R.C.M.P.) about a person in Greater Sudbury distributing Child Pornography on a chat messaging application. On June 10, 2020, our I.C.E. Unit with the assistance of our Tactical Unit, Integrated Crime Team – Intelligence Branch, Criminal Investigation Division – Major Crime Section and Co
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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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Search Warrant Execution Leads to Arrest of Individual from Southern Ontario
[228 words] 4/27/2020 6:56am
York Regional Police Hold Up Squad and members of the Greater Sudbury Police Integrated Crime Team (ICT) embarked on a Firearms offence investigation that lead to obtaining a search warrant for an address on Leslie Street. On the evening of the 25 thof April, members of the York Regional Police, GSPS ICT, with the assistance of GSPS Tactical Unit attended the address and executed the Search Warran
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You Have the Right to Remain Silent - You Do Not Have the Right to Purchase or Possess a Silencer
[496 words] 3/6/2020 7:40am
On January 27, 2020, the Canadian Border Service Agency (C.B.S.A.) intercepted a parcel being shipped through Canada Post from an exporter in China to an address in Greater Sudbury. C.B.S.A. Officers examined the parcel discovering a firearm silencer/suppressor sold under the disguise of a solvent trap or a fuel filter. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (R.C.M.P.) has determined that devices with
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25 Year Old Man Arrested and Charged with Multiple Child Pornography Offences
[302 words] 2/27/2020 8:18am
The Greater Sudbury Police Service Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) Unit was notified by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (R.C.M.P.) National Child Exploitation Centre in Ottawa after The National Centre for Missing and Exploited Children Centre in the United States identified an IP address located in Greater Sudbury uploading and accessing Child Pornography. On Wednesday, February 26, 2020 m
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Another 80 Lethal Doses of Fentanyl Taken Off Sudbury Streets
[407 words] 2/20/2020 10:27am
In November of 2019, the Greater Sudbury Police Integrated Crime Team (I.C.T.) working in collaboration with the Ontario Provincial Police 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 6:00 a.m., on February 20 th, 2020, Police from the Greate
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Hooligans Clubhouse Tapped Dry After Early Morning Search Warrant
[267 words] 1/16/2020 7:15am
Just before 3:00 a.m. this morning, Thursday, January 16, 2020, members of the Greater Sudbury Police Service Tactical Unit and Integrated Crime Team assisted by members of the Ontario Provincial Police - Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau and Biker Enforcement Unit executed a Search Warrant at an unlicensed, after-hours bar on the Kingsway run by the Hooligans Motorcycle Club. As a result, a 45 y
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CDSA Search Warrant Leads to Another Significant Drug Bust
[257 words] 2/7/2020 11:06am
During the early morning hours of February 7 th, 2020, a CDSA (Controlled Drugs and Substances Act) Search Warrant was executed by members of the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit and the Ontario Provincial Police OCEB (Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau) at a residence on Elthelbert Street in Greater Sudbury. A quantity of hydromorphone tablets, Methamphetamines and Suboxone ta
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Over 3,050 Doses of Fentanyl Taken Off Sudbury Streets
[466 words] 1/24/2020 10:11am
In November of 2019, the Greater Sudbury Police Integrated Crime Team (I.C.T.) working in collaboration with the Ontario Provincial Police 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 1:00 pm, on January 23 rd2020, police from the Greater Sudb
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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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D.E.U. Detectives Seize Over $62,000 Worth of Drugs During C.D.S.A. Search Warrant
[352 words] 11/8/2019 6:10am
Over the past few months, the Greater Sudbury Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (D.E.U.) conducted an investigation into a Greater Sudbury resident who was believed to be trafficking deadly “purple heroin” (a fentanyl and heroin mixture) in a residential area full of children. Simple exposure to a small amount of “purple heroin” could be lethal. Around 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 6, 2019,
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UPDATE – Man in Custody - Heavy Police Presence on McKenzie Street in Chelmsford After Hostage Situation
[502 words] 9/26/2019 2:15pm
**UPDATE** Just before 2:30 p.m. members of the Ontario Provincial Police Tactics and Rescue Unit and Emergency Response Unit made entry into the residence and took the man into custody. The 43 year old man is being charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada; Weapons Dangerous Careless Use of a Firearm Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm Pointing a Firearm Forcible Co
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32 year old man Arrested in Relation to Weapons Complaint on Mabel Avenue
[197 words] 5/24/2019 8:30am
32 year old man Arrested in Relation to Weapons Complaint on Mabel Avenue Just after 4:00 p.m. on Thursday May 23, 2019, Greater Sudbury Police Service received a 9-1-1 weapons complaint, indicating someone had been stabbed at a residence on Mabel Avenue in Greater Sudbury. Uniform officers attended the residence and took one male into custody and three persons were transported to Health Sciences
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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