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Officers investigating shooting at 1960 Paris Street - Arrest warrant for 26-year-old Romaine Sam
[468 words] 9/22/2025 8:10am
UPDATE 3 On October 4, 2025, 26-year-old, Romaine Sam was taken into custody on the strength of the arrest warrant for Second Degree Murder x2 at the Pearson International Airport by members of the Canadian Boarder Services Agency (CBSA). Through the investigation it was determined that Romaine Sam fled to Southern Ontario shortly after the double homicide occurred and then left the country prior
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Officers investigating shooting at 1960 Paris Street
[488 words] 8/30/2025 7:44am
UPDATE Through the ongoing investigation into the double homicide on August 29, 2025, detectives have obtained images of three men believed to be involved in the incident. Images of the three individuals are attached. Anyone with information related to the identities of the three men or their whereabouts is asked to contact police immediately at 705-675-9171 extension 2320. Based on the results o
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Officers investigating shooting on Spruce Street
[181 words] 8/19/2025 5:22am
Just after 1:00 p.m. on August 18, 2025, the Greater Sudbury Police Service responded to a 9-1-1 call reporting a home invasion at a residence on Spruce Street. Information provided was that an individual had been shot and required immediate medical assistance. Upon arrival, Patrol Officers located a 58-year-old male who had sustained a gunshot wound to the abdomen. The individual was transported
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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 investigating shooting on Clemow Avenue
[256 words] 6/13/2025 10:10am
UPDATE Unfortunately, the 40-year-old, woman succumbed to the injuries and has been pronounced deceased by medical professionals. Our deepest condolences go out to her family and friends. This incident is being investigated as a homicide. Officers remain on scene and will be canvassing the area for information and video surveillance footage. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 70
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UPDATE 2 – ERU and ICS arrest 28-year-old on outstanding arrest warrants and seize $45,400 in drugs
[626 words] 4/24/2025 9:06am
UPDATE 2 On April 23, 2025, members of our Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and Integrated Crime Section identified and located a vehicle believed to be occupied by an individual wanted on multiple outstanding arrest warrants. Just before 7:30 p.m. members of ERU conducted a high-risk traffic stop on Edgehill Drive and located the individual hiding in the back seat. Upon searching the individual inci
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Officers investigating shooting in the area of Lasalle Boulevard and Notre Dame Avenue
[380 words] 3/26/2025 6:11am
UPDATE Through the investigation, officers have obtained an image of the person believed to be responsible for the shooting in the area of Lasalle Boulevard and Notre Dame Avenue on March 25, 2025. The individual is described as a Black man who was wearing a face covering at the time of the shooting and an image of him shortly after the incident took place is attached. Officers continue to review
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Officers investigating shots fired at residence on Catherine Drive in Garson
[225 words] 3/27/2025 6:41am
Around 10:40 p.m. on March 26, 2025, the Greater Sudbury Police Service received multiple 9-1-1 calls regarding shots fired at a house on Catherine Drive in Garson. Through the investigation, it is believed that a dark-coloured, four-door sedan (image attached) attended the residence, an individual exited the backseat of the car and fired numerous shots at the house before getting back into the ve
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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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Officers investigating shots fired on Notre Dame Avenue
[194 words] 1/23/2025 3:00am
Shortly after 2:00 p.m., on January 22, 2025, the Greater Sudbury Police Service responded to multiple reports of gunshots in the area of Notre Dame Avenue at Bond Street. When officers arrived in the area it was learned that a collision had occurred involving two vehicles and a black Chevrolet Avalanche on Bond Street, and that gunshots had been fired from the Avalanche during the incident. It wa
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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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Police investigating threat at Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School
[318 words] 5/30/2024 11:32am
UPDATE As a result of the investigation into the threats complaint at Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School, officers have identified the individual believed to be responsible for the message written in a bathroom in the school. The student has been arrested and charged with Uttering Threats and Mischief. Based on prior involvement under the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA), the youth has been released
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Police investigating threat at Lively District Secondary School
[323 words] 5/30/2024 3:42am
UPDATE As a result of the investigation, officers have identified the youth believed to be responsible for the message written in a bathroom at Lively District Secondary School. The student has been arrested and charged with Uttering Threats and Mischief – Interrupt or Interfere with Lawful Use, Enjoyment, or Operation of Property. Based on the investigation and in consultation with administration
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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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Police investigating threat at l’�cole secondaire catholique l’Horizon
[346 words] 5/6/2024 10:36am
UPDATE As a result of the investigation, officers have identified the youth believed to be responsible for the message written in a bathroom at l’École secondaire catholique l’Horizon. The student has been arrested and charged with Uttering Threats and Mischief – Interrupt or Interfere with Lawful Use, Enjoyment, or Operation of Property. Based on the investigation and in consultation with adminis
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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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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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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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Over $205,680 worth of drugs & handgun seized after traffic stop on vehicle involved in thefts
[699 words] 5/23/2023 9:07am
In April, the Greater Sudbury Police Service received two theft complaints involving what is believed to be the same suspect vehicle. Information provided was that on April 18, 2023, a flat bed trailer and a Bobcat mini excavator were stolen from a business on O’Neil Drive West in Garson and on April 25, 2023, a generator was stolen from a business on Maley Drive. In both situations, it is believe
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Officers respond to weapons complaint on Lisgar Street - 38-year-old man charged
[419 words] 5/5/2023 4:56am
Around 7:45 p.m. on May 4, 2023, police were dispatched to a weapons complaint at Lisgar Street at Elm Street. Information provided was that individuals were involved in an altercation. During the altercation, a man pointed a firearm at another man, however the man pushed the gun away and the gun discharged leading to a woman involved in the initial altercation being shot. The 41-year-old woman wa
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UPDATE – New images of person believed to be responsible for shooting at Overtime Sports Bar
[375 words] 4/28/2023 9:07am
UPDATE Through the ongoing investigation into the fatal shooting on April 21, 2023 at Overtime Sports Bar in Greater Sudbury that took the life of a 22-year-old man, Detectives have obtained additional images of the person believed to be responsible. It is believed that the individual responsible for the shooting is a young person (under the age of 18), therefore Detectives have applied for and be
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16-year-old believed to be responsible for shooting at Overtime Sports Bar arrested in Toronto
[610 words] 4/29/2023 11:06am
UPDATE 2 Around 7:35 a.m. this morning, April 29, 2023, the Toronto Police Service arrested the 16-year-old believed to be responsible for the fatal shooting at Overtime Sports Bar in Greater Sudbury. The youth has been charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada; Murder Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose Carrying concealed weapon Unauthorized possession of a p
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22-year-old man dies after shooting at establishment on Notre Dame Avenue
[214 words] 4/22/2023 5:48am
Around 10:30 p.m. on April 21, 2023, officers were dispatched to Overtime Sports Bar on Notre Dame Avenue in relation to a weapons complaint. Information provided was that multiple men were involved in a verbal altercation leading to one of the men shooting another man with a gun. The 22-year-old man sustained serious, life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital by City of Greater Su
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Officers Investigating Shooting on Cedar Street
[220 words] 3/9/2023 3:25am
Around 8:45 p.m. on March 8, 2023, officers were dispatched to the area of Cedar Street at Paris Street in relation to a Weapons complaint. Information provided was that a man had sustained what was believed to be a gunshot wound. Upon arrival officers located a 19-year-old man with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. He was transported to the hospital by City of Greater Sudbury Paramedic S
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Police Investigate Threat at St. Charles College
[348 words] 3/7/2023 4:17am
UPDATE Through the investigation, it has been determined that the youth mentioned in the post is not responsible for the post and that the post originated from a fake account used to target the youth. The Greater Sudbury Police Service Criminal Investigations Division continues to investigate the incident to determine the origin of the post. We have determined that there is no risk to staff and st
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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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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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Shots Fired on Grandview Boulevard
[147 words] 9/29/2022 11:12am
Around 9:40 a.m. on September 28th, 2022, Greater Sudbury Police Service responded to reports of gunfire at a residence on Grandview Boulevard. Officers responded to the area and attended a residence on Grandview Boulevard that had sustained damage caused by gunfire. No one was injured during this incident. Investigators are actively canvassing the area for witnesses and video footage that may hav
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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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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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Heavy Police Presence Overnight at Walmart on Lasalle After Shooting
[214 words] 4/1/2022 5:23am
Around 8:45 p.m. on March 31, 2022, we received a call regarding a shooting at the Walmart on Lasalle Boulevard. Information provided was that shortly before Police were called two men were involved in an altercation inside of the doors to Walmart where one of the men displayed a gun and shot the other man. The man responsible for the shooting fled the scene prior to Police arrival. Upon arrival,
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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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Heavy Police Presence on Bruce Avenue After Early Morning Shooting
[343 words] 1/21/2022 3:45am
UPDATE Unfortunately, the 62 year old man who was transported to hospital as a result of this incident has been pronounced deceased. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends. His name will not be released as we are in the process of notifying his next of kin. As a result of his death, this is now a Homicide investigation. Through the investigation it has been determined that the 62
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Man Wanted in Connection to Shooting in Toronto Arrested in Greater Sudbury
[261 words] 11/3/2021 4:44am
Yesterday evening, November 2, 2021, we received information that an individual wanted in connection to a Shooting in Toronto was potentially in Greater Sudbury. Detectives from our Integrated Crime Section began an investigation into the information that the man was believed to be inside a residence on Eva Avenue. Upon confirming that the man was inside the residence, members of our Emergency Res
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Shooting on Bruce Avenue - Homicide Investigation
[207 words] 10/12/2021 5:34am
At around 10:00 p.m. on October 11, 2021, we were called in relation to a Weapons complaint on Bruce Avenue after there were reports of gunshots. When Officers arrived on scene they located a 40 year old man deceased inside of a residential unit. It is believed that he died as a result of being shot. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends. His name will not be released out of res
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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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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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Shots Fired at Residence on MR 80 in Val Caron
[271 words] 4/20/2020 5:21am
**UPDATE** A 25 year old man from Greater Sudbury has been arrested and charged with Extortion and Criminal Harassment in relation to this incident. The man has been remanded into custody with a court date of April 23, 2020. The investigation into the matter is ongoing and anyone with information related to the incident is asked to call our Criminal Investigations Division at 705-675-9171. **ORIGI
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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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Update 4 Weapons Complaint in Wahnapitae
[392 words] 8/12/2016 4:30pm
**UPDATE 4** Police have arrested two males for attempt murder in relation to this incident. Police are looking to locate more involved persons. With the recovery of the firearm believed to be the involved weapon; the seizure of the involved vehicle; and, arrest of two suspects, police do not have a concern for public safety relating to this incident. In order to protect the integrity of this comp