September 30 to October 6
RENFREW COUNTY (Renfrew) — The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated 334 calls for service.
Domestic Violence
Arnprior and Renfrew officers investigated 6 domestic disputes during the past week.
One accused has been charged with uttering threats, and two 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.
Impaired Driving
On October 5, officers from the Renfrew OPP Detachment were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) initiative on Campbell Drive in McNab/Braeside Township. As a result of a traffic stop Kristen DUNCAN, 30 years old, of Horton Township has been charged with impaired driving and operating a motor vehicle with over 80mg of alcohol. The accused was released on a Promise to Appear to attend at the Ontario Court of Justice in Renfrew on November 27, 2019.
Break and Enter
On October 3, at approximately 5:30 p.m. officers with the Renfrew OPP responded to break and enter call in the area of Fortington Street in the Town of Renfrew. An unknown suspect entered a residence and stole multiple items, including jewelry from the residence. Anyone with information regarding this occurrence is asked to contact the Renfrew OPP.
Assault
On October 5, officers with the Renfrew OPP and Renfrew County Paramedics responded at an assault call in McNab/Braeside Township. As a result of the investigation the following charges were laid:
Mohamad Chouchair, 20 years old of McNab/Braeside Township has been charged with;
- Uttering threats,
- Kidnapping,
- Forcible confinement,
- Assault causing bodily harm,
- Possession of a schedule one substance- Opioid,
- Four counts of assault with a weapon and
- Two counts of fail to comply with probation order.
Timothy Choukair, 24 years old of McNab/Braeside Township has been charged with;
- Four counts of assault with a weapon,
- Assault causing bodily harm,
- Uttering threats,
- Kidnapping,
- Forcible confinement and
- Possession of a schedule one substance- Opioid
Both were held for a bail hearing on October 8, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke.
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 that results in charges being laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2 thousand. Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 613-735-8477 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.
