RENFREW — The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to 141 calls for service from September 8-12.
Domestic Disputes
Renfrew OPP officers responded to five domestic disputes during the previous four days. One male was charged with choking, two counts of assault, uttering threats, domestic mischief and breach of probation. No other criminal offences occurred.
Impaired Driving
Alcohol related charges have been laid after a collision on Highway 17 at O’Brien Road on Wednesday September 10 at 8:03pm. Police responded to the two vehicle collision when a westbound 2003 Ford Explorer turned into the path of an eastbound 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. A light standard was knocked down and blocked the eastbound lanes of the Highway. The male driver and female passenger of the Traverse were injured and transported by paramedics to hospital. The male driver of the Ford also suffered injuries and was transported to the hospital. He had been drinking and failed an alcohol screening test. Breath tests on the driver were conducted at the hospital. Todd CAMERON 42 of Arnprior was charged with impaired driving causing bodily harm, driving over 80mgs causing bodily harm, and left turn not in safety. He was released on a promise to appear in court in Renfrew on October 1. Provincial Constable Sean Smith investigated.
Lock it or Lose it Campaign
On Thursday September 4, Renfrew OPP Auxiliary members conducted a Lock it or Lose it campaign, where parked vehicles were observed and audited. The area near the Renfrew Fairgrounds was targeted as the Renfrew Fair was underway. Between the hours of 9pm and 2am members recorded statistics and noted: 101 vehicles were checked. One vehicle was unlocked, three vehicles had windows open, and 21 vehicles were locked but had valuables in plain sight. Please remember to remove or hide valuables, and secure your vehicle when it is parked. Thefts from vehicles is a preventable crime, take a moment to protect your property.
Break and Enter
A shed at a seasonal property on Centennial Lake Road in Greater Madawaska was entered sometime between August 22 and September 8. Stolen property included a 14 foot green aluminum boat and a Honda 5000 watt generator. Provincial Constable David Ladd is investigating.
Theft
Clothing was stolen off a clothes line on Francis Street in Renfrew during the afternoon of Sunday September 7. Provincial Constable Erin Joyce is investigating.
Mischief
A car was hit with a paint ball gun in the afternoon of Tuesday September 9. The vehicle was parked in a private driveway on Queen Street S in Renfrew and the paint used was green. Provincial constable Troy Dobbie is investigating.
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. Calls are answered 24 hours a day. Please visit our website www.valleytips.ca.
Victim Services of Renfrew County
The Renfrew OPP would like to thank Victim Services of Renfrew County for all they do for victims of crimes and tragedies in our communities. Victim services volunteers are available to provide on-site immediate assistance through police or fire referrals. With your consent, the police will call the Victim Services office. A team of trained volunteers can be dispatched to provide immediate help and emotional support. They can also refer you to agencies that can give you longer-term support. These services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
