 By Staff
June 13th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
Crime Stoppers of Halton, in partnership with Halton Regional Police Service, is targeting the dangerous and increasingly widespread trafficking and dealing of Fentanyl and other opioids.
“Fentanyl and related opioids are becoming ever more common in Halton Region and that raises concern for the safety of our communities,” says Constable Nadine Clarke, police coordinator at Halton Crime Stoppers. “Every tip from the public is investigated and every dose of Fentanyl taken off our streets is a life potentially saved”.
“Halton Crime Stoppers offers rewards of up to $2000 for valid tips that lead to an arrest, and all tips are 100% anonymous. Halton Crime Stoppers will never ask for your name, address, phone number, e-mail address or other personal information.”
Anyone with information on the trafficking or dealing of Fentanyl and related drugs in Halton Region are asked to contact Halton Crime Stoppers either by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
By Staff
June 5th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
Police are seeking public assistance to identify the persons responsible for displaying hate-motivated messages at six locations in the City of Burlington since May 21, 2019.
The first known incident occurred on May 21, 2019 near Dundas Street and Guelph Line, and involved a note being left on a private vehicle that included a hate-motivated racist message.
The second incident occurred on May 23, 2019 and involved an Anti-Semitic poster that was placed on a traffic post.
The next incident occurred on May 26, 2019 when hate propaganda was placed on a number of vehicles in the parking lot of a church near Mainway and Walkers Line.
 Suspects approach the doors of Burlington’s city hall. On May 30, 2019, a complainant reported to police that an Anti-Semitic message was written on their vehicle in marker.
Some time between June 1 and June 2, 2019, Anti-Semitic imagery was found posted on the front doors of the Burlington Art Gallery.
In the most recent known incident, Anti-Semitic imagery was found posted on the front doors of Burlington City Hall on the morning of June 2, 2019.
The Halton Regional Police Service condemns any/all such incidents that impact or erode the community’s sense of safety and well-being.
“Hate crime has no place in any community, and I am confident that the persons responsible behind these ignorant, cowardly and hateful acts will be quickly identified with the public’s assistance.
“No one has the right to make another person feel fearful because of the colour of their skin, race, religion, ethnic origin or any other factor. The Halton Regional Police Service is committed to fully investigating these crimes and ensuring those responsible are brought to justice,” said Deputy Chief Nishan Duraiappah.
The HRPS is investigating these offences as hate crimes that willfully promote hatred. We are appealing to the public to come forward with any information that would assist us in determining the persons responsible. Anyone with information is asked to contact investigators at 905-825-4777 ext. 2315 or ext. 2316 or the on-duty 3 District Staff Sergeant at 905-825-4777 ext. 2310.
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
Mayor Meed Ward issued a Statement earlier today saying: “On behalf of the City of Burlington and Burlington City Council, I join Halton Police in condemning all incidents where this type of despicable behavior takes place. Hate absolutely has no place anywhere in our city. Burlington is a place that embraces and celebrates diversity, acceptance and respect.”
The Honourable Karina Gould, Minister for Democratic Institutions and Member of Parlimenrt for Burlington said: “These crimes displayed hate-motivated and anti-Semitic messages around the City, including at City Hall.
“These types of acts are unacceptable and there is no place for hatred or violence in our community. No one in our community should feel discriminated against because of their faith. Burlington is a place that celebrates our diversity. We are a tolerant and accepting city where everyone should feel welcome.
“In a world where hate and racism continues to rise, we must respect each other, and embrace each other’s differences. Our diversity is our strength. We must continue to fight against discrimination of all kinds and we must stand up against hatred in all of its forms.”
By Staff
June 4th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
This might look like my bank doing me a favour – it isn’t.
Someone has sent out a mass Identity Theft mailing and hoping that someone will click on that line and begin the process of gathering information that has the potential to drain your bank account.
Banks are losing a fortune from the Identity thieves.
The telltale sign on this email is the source. The address it came from is not the bank of Nova Scotia.
 the url scb.ca is not the Bank of Nova Scotia.
By Staff
May 31st, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
This kind of scam is used again and again – because it works for the thieves.
A quick look at the address it came from tells you it wasn’t a bank.
And banks don’t just throw money around like this. If the bank wants to talk to you about money – they will be in touch with you directly.
Some however will get taken in.
Cardinal rules: If it looks too good to be true – that’s because it isn’t true – and if in doubt – don’t.
By Staff
May 30th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
The Halton Regional Police Service’s Regional Fraud Unit has charged one person in connection with a series of thefts involving the use of the popular online advertising service “Kijiji” to target victims. The thefts occurred between October 2018 and February 2019.
 The suspect would seek out victims online who were selling diamond rings or loose diamonds and would engage them in conversations over email and text. The suspect purported himself to be an employee of Morgan Stanley and used several different aliases (Rich Thompson, Alex Stanford, Cameron Woods and Albert August) to conceal his true identity. The suspect would arrange to meet his victims in public locations (GO Stations, Hotels, etc.) to ensure the exchange was “safe”. Upon meeting his victims, the suspect would surrender a certified cheque in exchange for the diamond and leave the area using public transit (usually a GO Train). Each certified cheque the suspect passed was determined to be fraudulent resulting in the victims losing over $25,000 collectively.
 An investigation was started by the Regional Fraud Card Team in partnership with GO Transit Safety and Security Division, and the suspect was identified as Michael Morris (30) from Whitby. On May 2, 2019 with the assistance of the Durham Regional Police Tactical Support Unit, a criminal code search warrant was executed at the residence of Morris in Whitby. At the time of the search, Morris was not located inside the residence and an arrest warrant was issued.
On May 29, 2019 with the assistance of the Provincial ROPE squad and Halton Police’s Risk Mitigation Team, Morris was arrested without incident leaving a residence in City of Toronto.
Morris has been charged with the following offences:
– Four counts of fraud over $5000
– Four counts of using a forged document
– Two counts of personation with intent
– One count of possession of counterfeit money
The accused was held for bail.
Police believe there may be other occurrences involving the accused and are asking anyone with information regarding similar incidents to contact Detective Constable Mike Tidball of the Regional Fraud Card Team at 905 825-4747, ext. 8743.
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
People charged with a criminal offence are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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 By Staff
May 28th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
Another report card – we didn’t do all that well in the 2019 Canada Road Safety Week Enforcement initiative. Infractions were xx% higher than in the previous year.
During the week of May 14 -20, the Halton Regional Police Service conducted heightened traffic enforcement on area roadways. Officers focused on what has become known as the ‘Big 3’ road safety issues:
 call 9-1-1 for an immediate police response when you see this kind of behavior. Don’t call while YOU are driving. aggressive driving,
distracted driving
and impaired operation – by alcohol and/or drug.
During Canada Road Safety Week CRSW, which included the Victoria Day Long Weekend, Halton Regional Police Service officers laid a total of 3,306 non-criminal charges and warnings related to all forms of driving offences.
Charges included:
1. Speeding, Careless Driving and Stunt Driving (1,599 charges);
2. Sign and traffic light-related offences (473 charges);
3. Documentary infractions-licencing and insurance (456 charges); and
4. Cell phone- electronic devices (129 charges).
The total number of charges laid represents a 23 per cent increase over the number of charges laid during the 2018 CRSW campaign.
Halton officers also intercepted and criminally charged 13 impaired drivers during the campaign for excess blood alcohol, commonly referred to as ‘80mgs or over’. An additional 8 drivers were suspended following roadside breath alcohol testing for registering ‘warn range’ breath alcohol readings.
The Regional Police Service is “grateful” for the vast majority of citizens and area motorists who remain committed to road safety across the region.
If you observe a vehicle being operated in a manner which places you or anyone else in danger, please call 9-1-1 for an immediate police response.
By Staff
May 25th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
Halton Regional Police are investigating a robbery in Burlington where two victims were robbed of jewellery outside their residence on Augustus Dr. in Burlington.
Around 11:00am Saturday morning, four males pulled up to the residence in a stolen vehicle where three got out and pepper sprayed the victims. They then stole a bag of jewellery from the vehicle occupied by the victims. The suspects fled the scene and dumped their stolen vehicle a short distance away. They were last seen fleeing the area in a small red vehicle.
A short time later there was a driving complaint on Hwy 403 where a small red vehicle with a very large rear spoiler was seen travelling at a high rate of speed. This vehicle was last seen N/B from Hwy 403 on Waterdown Rd. It has not been confirmed that this is the suspect vehicle from the robbery.
The suspects are all described as males, wearing dark clothing with their faces covered.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Halton Regional Police at 905-825-4747 ext. 2305. Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca
By Staff
May 23rd, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
The Halton Regional Police Service have identified, arrested and charged a male from Burlington in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on May 16, 2019.
 During the investigation it was determined that the same suspect had also committed offences at a local restaurant and motel.
Michael Jess (46) of Burlington has been charged with the following offences:
-Robbery with a Weapon
-Mischief Under $5000
-Fraudulently Obtain Food
-Fail to Comply Undertaking (2 Counts)
Jess was held for a bail hearing on May 21, 2019 and was remanded into custody.
The police had very good responses from many members of the public who assisted in this investigation.
People charged with a criminal offence are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Related news story:
Gas station robbery.
By Staff
May 22, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
The get-away used by a robbery suspect was a BMX style bike.
 Police describe the bike used by a robbery suspect was a BMX style. The robberies took place in the New Street Appleby Line area on May 19th and 20th at approximately 10:00 pm
The two occurrences are believed to be related. In both occurrences, the suspect approached female victims while he was riding a BMX-style bike and demanded their money and belongings. The suspect produced a switchblade-style knife during each of the incidents. The suspect is described as:
Male, white, 20-30 years old with blonde/red hair and facial hair. Approximately 160-200 lbs, wearing a black baseball hat, black hooded sweatshirt and dark coloured pants/jeans.
Anyone who may have any additional information pertaining to this investigation, including home or dash-cam video footage of any potential suspect is asked to contact D/Cst. Jacqueline Ross at 905-825-4747 Ext: 2329.
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
By Staff
May 17th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
The Halton Regional Police are currently investigating a gas station robbery that occurred on Walkers Line yesterday.
At approximately 4:49 pm, a lone male suspect entered the Petro Canada Gas Station located at 1200 Walkers Line in Burlington. The male was armed with a knife and confronted the lone employee of the gas station. The suspect stole cash from behind the counter before leaving in a dark colored Chevy Cruze 4 door hatchback. The gas station employee did not suffer any injuries as a result of the robbery.
The suspect is described as a male with light complexion, balding red hair with a beard, approximately 45-55 years of age, 5’10” – 6’0″ with an average build and hoop earrings in both ears. The suspect was wearing a black jacket, black pants and white Adidas running shoes. Suspect was armed with a small pocket knife.
 The male in this photograph is a suspect in this crime, but please be reminded that persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Anyone who may have any additional information pertaining to this investigation is asked to contact Detective Stephen Siomra of the Halton Regional Police at 905-825-4747 ext. 2343.
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca
By Staff
April 25th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
It took a number of police officers and the use of the K9 unit to capture and arrest two suspects but arrested they were and now await bail hearings.
On Wednesday April 24, 2019 at approximately 1:17 am, a uniformed officer was driving in the area of Plains Road West near Daryl Drive.
 K0 unit at work The officer observed a black Dodge Ram pickup truck and attempted to stop the vehicle for a Highway Traffic Act offence. The vehicle failed to stop for the officer and fled the area at a high rate of speed. At 1:26 am, a concerned citizen from the Snake Road area contacted police when this same black truck drove on to a front lawn. The vehicle was left running with the lights on and the occupants fled the area on foot.
Halton Regional Police officers flooded the area and set up a perimeter. The Canine Unit attended and tracked for more than an hour until the two accused parties were located hiding near the Notre Dame Motherhouse.
Both were arrested shortly before 3:00 am without incident.
The pickup truck was confirmed to be stolen from Hamilton and break and enter tools were located within the vehicle.
Accused:
Kyle Hunt (29) of Hamilton
Charges: Flight from Police, Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Weapons Dangerous, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime (Over $5000), Possession of Break and Enter Tools
Accused:
Ashley Wilson (25) of Hamilton
Charges: Possession of Property Obtained by Crime (Over $5000), Possession of Break and Enter Tools
Both Accused parties were held for bail and appeared in the Milton Provincial Court on Wednesday April 24, 2019. Hunt was remanded into custody and will appear in Bail Court on Friday April 26. Wilson was remanded into custody and will appear on Thursday April 25, 2019.
People charged with a criminal offence are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
By Staff
April 24th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
The Halton Regional Police Service is investigating an armed Robbery that took place at a Freedom Mobile store located on Upper Middle Road in Burlington.
 Freedom Mobile located on Upper Middle Road in Burlington robbed at knife point. On Tuesday April 23, 2019 at approximately 5:20 pm, three male suspects entered the store and confronted a staff member working the store front. The staff member was threatened with a knife before a quantity of cellular phones and cash were stolen. The staff member did not sustain any physical injuries.
The three suspects fled in a dark coloured 4-door sedan.
Suspect 1: Male, approximately 5’9″ – 5’10” in his 20’s, wearing all black clothing and a mask
Suspect 2: Male, approximately 5’7″ – 5’8″ wearing jeans, a hoodie and a black mask
Suspect 3: Unknown
Anyone with information or who may have video surveillance or dash-cam video of the suspects/ suspect vehicle are asked to call D/Cst. Dave Griffiths of the District 3 Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4747 ext. 2350 or the on-duty Staff Sergeant at 905-825-4747 ext. 2310.
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
By Staff
April 17th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
This criminal act sets a new level for stupidity.
On April 16, 2019, at approximately 7:45 pm, the Halton Regional Police Service received a call to attend an address on Walkers Line in Burlington. Information from the caller stated a female had been shot at the residence.
A large emergency response (including police and EMS) was coordinated and attended the address. Investigation found the allegation that a female was shot, to be false.
Zach Gerdes (27) of Burlington, was arrested at the scene and charged with the following:
-Public Mischief
-Convey False Message
It is alleged that the 911 call was made by Gerdes to expedite police response to a separate report in regards to missing property.
Police would like to remind the public that 911 is only to be used in an emergency. It is a criminal offence to make a false 911 call and such hoaxes divert first responders from actual emergencies.
People charged with a criminal offence are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
By Staff
April 16th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
This isn’t a Burlington crime story but it does give us a look at the tools the Regional police have at their disposal.
We hear about the use of DNA evidence on television programs – learning that the Regional police actually do get to use DNA data in the solving of crimes.
 The new Regional Police headquarters has better facilities enabling to do better police work. On February 22, 2019, the Halton Regional police responded to a residence on Sheddon Avenue in Oakville for a report of a stolen vehicle.
Several days later, a member of the public noticed an abandoned vehicle in the same area. Officers responded again and located a vehicle stolen from the City of Brampton. Members of the Forensic Identification Bureau conducted an examination of the second vehicle and seized DNA evidence.
As a result, the Center of Forensic Science later confirmed that the sample belonged to Alex Payne (26) of Toronto. The Halton Regional Police arrested Payne on Sunday, April 14, 2019. Payne was taken to the Oakville station where he was held in custody pending a bail hearing.
The investigation is on-going and members of the public who may have further information pertaining to these crimes are encouraged to contact Detective Omar Nadim of the 2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau, at 905-825-4747 ext. 2278.
CHARGES:
Accused: Alex Payne (26) of Toronto
Charges: Theft of Motor Vehicle & Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
People charged with a criminal offence are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
By Staff
April 5th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
With good security cameras people suspected of criminal activity can be easily identified. If the person in the photograph is someone you know – the police would like to hear from you.
Detectives from the Halton Regional Police Service 2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau are seeking the identity of a male responsible for multiple daytime break and enter incidents. The entries occurred at apartment building storage areas at multiple locations across the region.
On February 12, 2019 the lone male suspect was observed on security camera entering an apartment building in the city of Burlington, by prying open the front door. Once inside the building, the male stole coins from a coin operated laundry machine.
On February 27, 2019 the same male suspect was observed inside two different apartment buildings in the Town of Oakville, where he also targeted coin operated laundry machine and a storage locker.
On March 1, 2019 the suspect targeted three separate apartment buildings in the Town of Milton, where he again targeted coin operated laundry machines.
 Suspect – Male, olive complexion, 25-35 years of age, slim to medium build, 5’10 – 6’3 with dark hair and dark facial hair.
He was wearing grey coloured pants, a unique black coloured bomber style vest/jacket with a white cursive written logo on the middle back and the word ‘FETL’ over the heart on the front, black shoes with white trim and dark coloured gloves with white writing on the back of the hand.
The suspect was also observed wearing a New York Jets toque during one of the occurrences.
Police are asking the assistance of the public in identifying the male and also looking for assistance in identifying the unique logo ‘FETL’ on the vest/ jacket.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact 2 District, Criminal Investigations Bureau, Detective Omar Nadim at 905-825-4747 ext. 2278.
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
By Staff
March 30th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
A head on collision on Walkers Line Friday evening resulted in criminal charges being laid against a 73 year old male person.
The Halton Regional Police Service investigated a head on motor vehicle collision in the City of Burlington that has resulted in criminal charges being laid against 73 year old William Leslie Stiffl
Just before 9:30 pm Friday evening, Stiffl was operating a white 2007 Chevrolet van southbound on Walkers Line. He attempted to turn left to proceed eastbound on Flemish Drive; did a wide turn and lost control of his vehicle and went up over the curb and onto a lawn of a residence on Flemish Drive.
Sriffl then accelerated and entered back onto the roadway. The vehicle then collided head on with a black Dodge Caravan vehicle that was travelling westbound on Flemish Drive.
The collision was significant and the male driver attempted to keep driving and went a short distance away from the collision scene. The Dodge Caravan vehicle was driven by a 43 year old adult female and had her 3 year old daughter who was a passenger. Both mother and child examined by Emergency Medical Services and had no apparent injuries and were not required to go to hospital.
Stiffl was arrested for impaired operation at that time. He suffered an injury to his face and was taken to the Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital for treatment for minor injuries. Breath testing was completed and it was determined that his blood alcohol concentration was over the legal limit of 80 mgs.
Charges:
1. Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
2. Failing to remain at the scene of an accident
3. Operation of a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol
4. Operation of a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration in excess of 80 mgs
He will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in the Town of Milton on May 1, 2019.
The Halton Regional Police Service remains committed to road safety through prevention, education and enforcement initiatives.
Members of the public are reminded that driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol is a crime in progress and to call 9-1-1 immediately to report a suspected impaired driver.
Anyone with information in regards to this incident is asked to contact Constable Erin Toth at 905-825-4747 ext. 2305 or ext. 2310.
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
By Staff
March 29th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
The Halton Regional Police Service arrested two suspects following a series of residential break and enters across the G.T.A. The investigation commenced after the suspects broke into a residence on Goodram Drive in the City of Burlington.
The investigation led investigators to an address in Mississauga while also linking numerous break and enters that had occurred across the G.T.A from Brantford to York Region.
On March 25th 2019, investigators were conducting surveillance on two suspects when they were observed committing a residential break and enter. Arrests took place.
Following the arrests, investigators sought and executed three Criminal Code search warrants at a residence, a storage locker and a vehicle all located in the City of Mississauga. As a result, a large quantity of property was recovered that is believed to have been stolen from the identified break and enters. Investigators are still processing the stolen property to identify the rightful owners.
Arrested and charged are:
1) Antoni HAL (59 years old of Mississauga), charged with five counts of break and enter, possession of stolen property, possession of break and enter tools, uttering a forged document and fraud under.
2) Leokadia MINKIEWICZ (55 years old of Mississauga), charged with five counts of break and enter, possession of stolen property and possession of break and enter tools.
Both were held pending a bail hearing.
The investigation is ongoing at this time and additional charges are expected to be laid. Anyone who may have additional information concerning this investigation is asked to contact Detective Constable Pam Douglas of the 3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at (905)825-4747 ext. 2363 or the 3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau general line at (905)825-4747 ext. 2316.
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca .
Please be reminded that all persons charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law
By Staff
March 20th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
Reports of sexual assaults in the city are on the rise.
On Saturday March 16th 2019, Detectives with the Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit (CASA) commenced an investigation after a 23 year old female reported that she had been sexually assaulted in the area of Lakeshore Rd. and Elizabeth Street in the City of Burlington.
The victim advised that she met the suspect on the dating app “HINGE” and he identified himself as “Giovanni VINCENTE”. The victim attended a local establishment with the suspect before accepting a ride in his vehicle. The victim was driven to the above mentioned location at approximately 11:30pm, where she was sexually assaulted.
The suspect is described as male, 26 years, olive complexion, 6’3″, 220lbs, short sandy blonde hair with a beard and was wearing a camouflage shirt and jacket. The suspect was driving a newer model black four door Volkswagen.
Police are asking anyone with information regarding this or similar incidents to contact the Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit – Detective Sergeant Chris Newcombe at 905-465-8965 or Detective Constable Mark Werner at 905-465-8747.
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca
Earlier in the week a sexual assault on Elgin at Burlington Avenue was reported.
Link to related news story:
Earlier sexual assault.
By Staff
March 18th, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
On Friday March 15th, 2019, at approximately 8:45 pm, a female in her 30s was walking in the area of Elgin Street and Burlington Avenue. An unknown male suspect walked past her several times before finally approaching the victim at which time he grabbed onto her arms and began shaking her.
The victim struggled with the male and shouted loudly for help forcing him to let go and calmly flee the area. He was last seen walking westbound on Elgin Street. The victim did not sustain any physical injuries.
This is the first report of this nature and police do not feel public safety is at risk, however will continue to provide extra patrols in the area.
Suspect Description: Male, tanned complexion, brown beard, brown eyes, mid to late 20’s, average build and approximately 5’5″ in height.
Clothing Description: Black jacket with a hood, dark coloured pants, headphones and a backpack (possibly black).
The suspect has yet to be identified. Any witnesses, anyone who resides or has businesses in the area of Elgin Street and Burlington Avenue with video surveillance images or anyone who was traveling in that area that has dash cam video images between 8:00 pm and 9:00 pm are asked to call the Halton Police at 905-825-4777 or the 3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4747 ext. 2316.
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca
By Staff
March 11, 2019
BURLINGTON, ON
On March 1, 2019, a male was robbed of his personal property while at a meeting with three other males in the area of Old Oak Park located near Westoak Trail and Westview Terrace in the Town of Oakville.
The victim was assaulted by one of the males, forcefully removed from a vehicle and left at the roadside. The victim and suspect were known to each other.
On March 8, 2019, members of the Oakville Robbery Team located and arrested the male suspect. The suspect was found in possession of approximately 60 grams of cocaine and 3 bottles of codeine (a controlled substance).
Alex VRUCAJ (19) of Burlington has been charged with the following offences:
• Robbery with violence
• Possession of a controlled substance (codeine)
• Possession for the purposes (cocaine)
VRUCAJ was held for bail.
Anyone with information in regards this incident is asked to contact Detective Constable Peter Galopoulos of the Oakville Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4747 ext. 2274
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
People charged with a criminal offence are presumed to be innocent until a Court finds them guilty.
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