The Renfrew Detachment of the OPP investigated 211 calls for service from Monday, February 18 to Sunday, February 24.
Domestic Violence
Arnprior and Renfrew officers investigated 18 domestic disputes during the past week. One male was charged with three counts of assault. One male was charged with assault. One male was charged with failing to comply with undertaking. One female was charged with failing to comply with undertaking. One male was charged with three counts of mischief. 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. You could also attend the emergency department of any hospital in Renfrew County and ask to speak to a member of the Assault Response Team. Victim Services of Renfrew County is also available to provide emotional and practical assistance to people who have experienced domestic violence. They can be reached at 613-649-2852 or toll free at 1-877-568-5730. In emergencies call 9-1-1.
Break and Enter
Provincial Constable (PC) Guy is investigating a break and enter to a residence on Mill Ridge Road in the Township of McNab/Braeside. The residence was entered by an unknown party on February 19. Multiple items were taken from the home. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Renfrew OPP.
On February 19, PC MacLeod investigated a break and enter to a residence on Flat Rapids Road in the Township of McNab/Braeside. An unknown party entered the residence and took multiple items from the residence.
PC Jean-Louis is investigating a break and enter to a residence on Ottawa Street in the Town of Arnprior. The residence was entered by an unknown party. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Renfrew OPP.
PC Brown is investigating a break and enter to a residence on Deerfield Drive in the Township of McNab/Braeside. An unknown party entered the residence and took multiple items from the residence. Anyone with information is asked to call the Renfrew OPP.
The Renfrew OPP reminds home owners to keep their residence secured and to report any suspicious activity to police. If you witness or are the home owner and attempts are made by an unknown party to enter your residence please report immediately to police if possible, do not delay in reporting.
Traffic Enforcement
On February 19 PC McLaren was conducting traffic enforcement on Ross Street in the Town of Renfrew. As a result of a traffic stop 55-year-old Thomas Vezina of Renfrew was issued a summons for driving while under suspension and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on March 15.
Theft
PC Chirke is investigating a theft from a business located in the Town of Arnprior. On February 22, two female parties entered the business. One female left the business with a six pack of beer and a bottle of rum without making an attempt to purchase the items.
On February 24, PC McLaren responded to a theft from vehicles call. As a result of the investigation a 15-year-old male has been charged with theft under $5000, possession of property obtained by crime and two counts of failing to comply with sentence. The OPP are reminding citizens to keep their vehicles secured and valuables out of sight.
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.
