RENFREW COUNTY (Renfrew) — The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated 224 calls for service.
Domestic Violence
Arnprior and Renfrew officers investigated 15 domestic disputes during the past week. One accused has been charged with assault and breach of recognizance.
If you or someone you know is living in or involved in an abusive relationship help is available. Contact Bernadette McCann House 24 hours a day, seven days a week 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 hours a day, seven days a week 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.
Drug Offences
On April 30, officers with the Renfrew OPP Detachment responded to a call at a residence in the Town of Renfrew. As a result of the investigation Isaac Peer, 18 years old Renfrew, has been charged with careless storage of a firearm, possession of a schedule one substance believed to be cocaine and possession of a schedule one substance believed to be an opioid.
Further Liam Coyne, 20 years old of Renfrew, has been charged with possession of a schedule one substance believed to be cocaine, possession of a schedule one substance believed to be an opioid, careless storage of a firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm, fail to comply with probation order and two counts of possession of a firearm or ammunitions. Both accused parties were released on an Undertaking to attend at the Ontario Court of Justice in Renfrew on June 17.
Possession of Stolen Property
On May 3, officers with the Renfrew OPP were conducting traffic enforcement in the Town of Renfrew. The officer observed unauthorized vehicle plates and conducted a traffic stop. As a result of an investigation Jordan Greer, 22 years old of Otterlake, Québec, has been charged with possession of property obtained by crime. The accused was released on an Undertaking to attend at the Ontario Court of Justice in Renfrew on June 17.
Theft
On April 30, officers responded to a theft call at a business in the Town of Arnprior. As a result of an investigation Christopher Nych, 38 years old of Arnprior, has been charged with theft under $5,000. The accused was released on an Undertaking to attend at the Ontario Court of Justice in Renfrew on July 8.
Weapons Call
On May 3, officers with the Renfrew OPP Detachment responded to a weapons call on Cobus Road in the Township of Horton. As a result of the investigation Brendan Thompson, 22 years old of Horton Township, has been charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, two counts of pointing a firearm, two counts of careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition, two counts of unauthorized possession of a firearm and two counts of criminal harassment.
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 $2,000. 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 at www.valleytips.ca.
