The Renfrew Detachment of OPP investigated 287 calls for service from Monday, September 24 to Sunday, September 30.
Domestic Violence
Arnprior and Renfrew officers investigated seven domestic disputes during the past week. One male was charged with overcoming resistance by choking and spousal assault. No other criminal offences were alleged. 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. In emergencies call 9-1-1.
Male Arrested after Assault
One male is in police custody after an arrest warrant was obtained following an assault investigation where the suspect fled the scene. Officers investigated an assault on Tuesday, September 25 at approximately 1:30 a.m. at a residence on Horton School Road in Horton Township. The male suspect assaulted a male and then threatened him while brandishing an edged weapon. The suspect fled on foot prior to police arrival. A police canine track was unsuccessful in locating the suspect and a warrant was obtained. On Saturday, September 29 the suspect was located and arrested. Stephan Thompson, aged 23 of Renfrew, is charged with assault with a weapon, uttering threats and 3 counts of breach of probation. Constable Pat O’Connor led the investigation.
Thefts
OPP officers investigated three thefts of gas during the past week. One case was accidental and there was no intent to steal, one case was deliberate where the suspects concealed their faces and licence plate from employees and security cameras and there was no licence plate obtained in the final case for officers to investigate.
Police are investigating a theft after a victim reported someone stole tools from the back of a pick-up truck in Calabogie between 5:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Thursday September 27. A tonneau cover was damaged to access the tools. Stolen property includes two 20 L gas cans, a Greenlee hole saw kit, a Milwaukee SDS hammer drill kit, other tools and work boots. The truck was parked at the park and ride on Calabogie Road near the Country View Mini Mart and gas station.
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.
