The Renfrew Detachment of the OPP investigated 197 calls for service during the past week.
Domestic Violence
Arnprior and Renfrew officers investigated seven domestic disputes during the past week. One male was charged with assault, one female was charged with 3 counts of breach of probation, 2 counts of uttering threats and 1 count of failing to comply with an undertaking and one male was charged with assault. No other criminal offences were alleged.
If you or someone you know is living in or involved in an abusive relationship help is available. Contact Bernadette McCann House 24/7 for support, advice or the safety of a shelter at 1-800-267-4930. The Women’s Sexual Assault Centre of Renfrew County is also available 24/7 for information and support at 1-800-663-3060. In emergencies call 9-1-1.
Thefts
Two unlocked vehicles in McNab Braeside Township were entered overnight during the past few days. One victim had video surveillance and the evidence is being reviewed. The suspect is approximately 5 feet tall, thin, wearing a hoodie and had a backpack on. That theft was in a vehicle on Gillies Street on Friday night, April 13. The other vehicle entered was in a driveway on River Road. In this case the vehicle was inside an unlocked garage, when it was entered. A box containing a garage door opener was stolen from the vehicle. There is no suspect in this case.
The OPP encourage motorists to remove their valuables from vehicles parked for the night. The hassle associated with replacing identification and bank cards is easily avoided by not leaving wallets and purses in unlocked vehicles overnight. Thieves associated with these crimes of opportunity are generally young people looking for loose change and cash, but they will steal small items that are easily sold such as GPS systems, sunglasses and cell phones. Avoid the irritation, just remove valuables and lock your doors!
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
A vehicle was stolen from a residence on Zion Line in Whitewater Region Township on Saturday, April 21 between 3 a.m. and 8 a.m. The vehicle was recovered a short time later in the parking lot of St Thomas the Apostle school in Renfrew with significant damage to it. The vehicle is a 2000 silver Honda Accord. PC Cassidy is continuing to investigate the theft. There are suspects.
Crime Stoppers
Crime Stoppers Pembroke/Renfrew County believes that someone may have information that could assist police in solving these crimes. If you have information on any criminal offence that results in charges being laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000.00. Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 735-8477 or toll free at 1-800-222-8477. You could help solve a crime. All tips remain anonymous and you will not have to attend court. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display. The telephones are answered 24 hours a day. Please visit the website www.valleytips.ca.
