RENFREW COUNTY (Renfrew) — The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated 209 calls for service.
Domestic Violence
Arnprior and Renfrew officers investigated five domestic disputes during the past week. One accused has been charged with assault; and one accused has been charged with assault, mischief, obstruct peace officer, theft under $5000.00, two counts of fail to comply with undertaking and two counts of fail to comply with probation.
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 June 6, an officer with the Renfrew OPP Detachment was conducting traffic enforcement in the Town of Arnprior. A traffic stop was initiated on Baskin Drive West and as a result of the investigation, David Dubois, 31 years old of Admaston/Bromley Township, has been charged with impaired driving and driving with blood alcohol concentration over 80. The accused was released on an Undertaking to attend at the Ontario Court of Justice in Renfrew on July 22.
On June 7, an officer with the Renfrew OPP Detachment was conducting traffic enforcement in the Town of Arnprior. A traffic stop was initiated on John Street North and as a result of the investigation, Kyle Defalco, 29 years old of Arnprior, has been charged with impaired driving and driving with blood alcohol concentration over 80. The accused was released on an Undertaking to attend at the Ontario Court of Justice in Renfrew on July 22.
Bail Violations
On June 1, officers with the Renfrew OPP responded to a bail violations call on Highway 17 in Town of Arnprior. As a result of an investigation, Luigi-Brendan Haaima, 23 years old of Ottawa, has been charged with three counts of fail to comply with release order, two counts of Fail to Comply with Probation, and mischief under $5,000. The accused was held for a bail hearing on June 2.
On June 7, officers with the Renfrew OPP responded to a bail violations call in the Town of Renfrew. As a result of an investigation, Dorothy O’Brien, 55 years old of Renfrew, has been charged with three counts of Fail to comply with release order. The accused was held for a bail hearing on June 8.
On June 6, officers with the Renfrew OPP responded to a breach of probation call in the Town of Renfrew. As a result of an investigation, Anthony Defazio, 30 years old of Renfrew, has been charged with mischief under $5,000 and fail to comply with probation order. The accused was released on an Undertaking to attend at the Ontario Court of Justice in Renfrew on August 19.
Motor Vehicle Collision
On June 7, officers with the Renfrew OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision, involving a motorcycle on River Road in McNab/Braeside Township. The single motor vehicle driver was transported by ORNGE ambulance to hospital in critical condition.
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 www.valleytips.ca.
