RENFREW COUNTY (Renfrew)– The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated 210 calls for service.
Domestic Violence
Arnprior and Renfrew officers investigated 10 domestic disputes during the past week. One accused has been charged with two counts of assault.
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
On December 26, 2019 officers with the Renfrew OPP responded to a Break and Enter call at a residence on Highway 60 in Admaston/Bromley Township. The time of the Break and Enter is unknown at this time. The investigation is continuing anyone with information is asked to contact the OPP 1-888-310-1122 or crime stoppers 1-800-222-8477.
Breach of Probation
On December 25, 2019 at approximately 11:15 p.m., officers with the Renfrew OPP responded to an unwanted person call in the Town of Renfrew. As a result of an investigation Stephan Thompson, 25 years old of Renfrew has been charged with four counts of fail to comply with probation order. The accused was released on a Promise to Appear to attend at the Ontario Court of Justice in Renfrew on January 22.
Impaired Driving
On December 26, 2019 officers from the Renfrew OPP Detachment responded to a traffic complaint in Greater Madawaska Township. As a result of a vehicle stop Richard Stepaniuk, 73 years old, of Hamilton has been charged with operation while impaired, blood alcohol over 80. The accused was released on a Promise to Appear to attend at the Ontario Court of Justice in Renfrew on January 22.
On December 29, 2019 officers from the Renfrew OPP Detachment responded to a traffic complaint call in the Town of Arnprior. As a result of a traffic stop Ralph Pedley, 64 years old, of McNab/Braeside Township has been charged with impaired driving, operating a motor vehicle with over 80mg of alcohol, fail to comply with probation order and three counts of operation while prohibited. The accused was released on a Promise to Appear to attend at the Ontario Court of Justice in Renfrew on January 22.
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.
