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August 14th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
And what’s wrong with this “deal”? The spelling – but it’s such an enticing offer and Air Canada is such a strong brand name. No problems with this one – right?  Check the spelling – a national organization would never make that kind of misttake. When you click on that promotion code you real problems will have just begin. If it is a gift horse – look it in the mouth. The thieves promoting this scam will do very well. 
August 14th, 2108 BURLINGTON, ON
They are at it again. The email was said to come from our bank – advising us that we needed to do something with the password set up we have. It didn’t come from our bank – but it looked like it could have. The message said: You will only able to use your existing security device passcode until 15 August 2018. Effective 16 August 2018, you will be required to log on to your BMO Direct Line for Business with the new synchronized master key. To avoid any disruption to your BMO Direct Line for Business service, we encourage you to synchronize your security device immediately. Your online security is our priority, for more detailed information please see the attached PDF document enclosed. Your new Security Device document is pin-protected and will provide you with an additional level of protection. Open your document with this PIN Password: 266260 All BMO Direct Line for Business users who do not upgrade there Security Devices in due time will be deactivated and unable to authorize transactions. The document the sender wanted us to look at was a PDF file. Inside that file was a collection of problems no one who banks on-line wants to go near. If you see something like this – be very cautious.
The rule that matter is: If in doubt – don’t
August 14th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
Halton Police have arrested a male after receiving a complaint of a suspicious person canvassing door to door for money while falsely representing himself as a member of a local place of worship in the Headon Forest area. After an extensive search and the assistance of local residents, Mohammed ISMAIL (25 yrs of age from Hamilton) was arrested and charged with the following offences; Fraud Under $5000, False Pretenses Under $5000 and Trespassing at Night. Mr. ISMAIL is believed to have obtained funds from numerous citizens in the Headon Forest area. Anyone with information relating to this incident is encouraged to contact the Halton Regional Police Service Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4747 extension 2316. Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 or through the internet at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca
August 13th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON We got a call from a reader asking why the Burlington Police detachment wasn’t open full time. We were advised this morning that the Halton District Police Service put in a policy that became effective September 1st, 2017 to limit the hours of operation in Milton and Burlington to the following:
1 District Milton (12 Division) 1 District Georgetown (11 Division) 20 Division in Oakville will remain open to the public 24 hours a day. The Community Rooms will not be available to the public once the station has closed for the evening. A public intercom will be located at the front door of the respective stations. This intercom will provide immediate contact with our police communications. This feature will be available during off- hours. The police sub-station on Brant Street was closed on April 30th, 2017. The public was made aware of the change a few days before the bureau closed. The police reported that in 2016, only six reports were generated from visitors; the vast majority stopped to ask for directions or to turn in found property.
“In Halton, other advances include the introduction of online crime reporting, mobile apps Text to 9-1-1. All – in addition to traditional 9-1-1 for emergencies and crimes in progress or 905-825-4777 for non-emergencies – make it possible for people to receive 24 hour a day, seven day a week police support without having to attend a police station.” The idea of a police officer on a beat is a thing of the past.  The Police Services Board oversees the service and approves the budget. There are representatives from each municipality as well as a provincial appointee. Police services are not cheap. The “gross” budget number are: 2018 = $150,070,809 There is a brand new police headquarters for the Region sitting on a rise overlooking the QEW that is yards away from the current police operations building that is now more than a year late in opening.  A little late in opening – communications has to be fully operational before the rest of the force moves in. The $65-million, 235,000 square foot facility was approved in January 2015. The new structure, located on the same regional property at 1151 Bronte Rd., broke ground in October of that year. It was to be completed in late August or early September of 2017 The new headquarters is considerably larger than the existing 86,000-square-foot headquarters facility. No comment from the police when the Gazette asks: why the delay?”
August 10th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
Halton Regional Police are investigating a series of theft from autos that have occurred throughout the City of Burlington overnight between the 8th and 9th of August 2018.
Theft from autos continues to be a concern in Burlington and police would like to remind the public to ensure their vehicles are locked and avoid leaving valuables inside and/or in plain view. Police also encourage citizens to report any suspicious persons. Streets targeted were: Police are reminding the public of the following prevention tips: • Ensure your unattended vehicle(s) are kept locked/secure Community safety is a shared responsibility. If you see suspicious activity in your neighbourhood, please report it immediately.
August 9th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON A male suspect attended the adult female victim’s apartment complex and made contact with her. The two parties had spoken on one occasion prior to the incident, so the male was invited into the victim’s residence, at which point she was sexually assaulted. Suspect description: The male initially introduced himself as “Bernie”, and then stated that his name was actually “Martin”. He stated that that he lived in the area. If you know this male, have seen him before or in the area, or have information regarding this incident, you are asked to contact the Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit; Detective Sergeant Chris Newcombe at 905-465-8965 or Detective Constable Mark Werner at 905-465-8947. 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
August 7th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
They are like mosquitoes, pesky, annoying and if you don’t swat them away they can hurt you, and if they are carriers of West Nile disease – they could be life threatening. That’s what email scams are like – they pop up regularly and they can really hurt you. We received this one earlier today: The registration codes for publisher@bgzt.ca were successfully re-issued. A PDF document is attached containing instructions for the Digital Certificate registration. You must open the PDF document to view the Authorization Code for the Digital Certificate registration. The authorization code will be added to the client user details screen for later reference. Registration codes expire in 2 days. Please ensure the user registers within this period. TD Canada Trust / Web Busines Banking For anyone who happens to be a TD Canada Trust customer – they might click on the document. That would probably infect their computer and do significant damage to their bank balance. If in doubt about anything that arrives in your email – don’t touch it. Delete it and move on. Spelling mistakes are always an indication that the email is phony.
August 3rd, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON Halton Police have arrested a male party after a residence was broken into in Aldershot and two high end vehicles were stolen. The party is alleged to have forced entry into the garage of an unoccupied house and subsequently stole two unlocked vehicles that also contained the keys. One of the vehicles was subsequently located by police in the City of Hamilton being operated by the accused party, Leon Robert BLAIS. BLAIS, age 38, of the City of Hamilton, is charged with the following offences; Break and Enter, two counts of Theft of a Motor Vehicle, two counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime and Possession of a Controlled Substance. Unoccupied home; cars with keys in the ignition – someone knew something. Anyone with information relating to this incident is encouraged to contact the Halton Regional Police Service Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4747 extension 2316.
July 29th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
The Halton Regional Police in Burlington are currently investigating a death in Burlington where a firearm was used.
Officers arrived and located the male deceased with a long gun present. Police are currently on scene and are attempting to notify next-of-kin and no further details regarding the deceased is being released at this time. There is no threat to public safety and police are not looking for any suspects.
July 26th,2018 BURLINGTON, ON
The 3 District Street Crime Unit (SCU), began an investigation earlier in July. At the conclusion of the investigation a Burlington Resident was arrested and charged with multiple drug and criminal offences. On July 25, 2018, A Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant was executed at the residence of the accused. Discovered inside the residence were quantities of Xanax, Marihuana and cocaine. The street value of the drugs is not known at press time. Jahmael SMITH 21 yrs, has been charged with the following offences. Trafficking a controlled Substance The accused will be in Milton Court for a bail hearing on July 26. 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.
July 24th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
At approximately 12:50 p.m. on the 24th of July, 2018, a lone male suspect entered the TD Canada Trust at 1505 Guelph Line in the City of Burlington. The suspect approached a teller and demanded money at which time he was provided a quantity of cash before leaving the bank. No weapon was seen in the commission of this robbery and there were no injuries. The suspect walked from the area, last seen heading south west toward Guelph Line.  Police asking for help in identifying this bank robbery suspect. As observed in the attached photographs the suspect is described as; male, white, 40-50 years of age, with a thin build, short brown/greying hair, an unshaven face, wearing a black Nike Toronto Blue Jays baseball hat, dark sunglasses, a black jacket with white stripes on the sleeve, matching black pants and grey casual shoes.  Side view of suspected bank robber Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect. Anyone with information relating to this incident is encouraged to contact the Halton Regional Police Service Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4747 extension 2316. Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See Something? Hear Something? Know Something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 or throught the internet at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
July 24th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
On Tuesday July 24, 2018 at approximately 1:55 pm police received a call for 20 year old male who had been stabbed. Police and ambulance attended the area of Mountainside Dr and Guelph Line. As a result of the initial scene investigation it was determined that the male was stabbed by his 17 year old girlfriend during an argument. The female was arrested and the victim was transported to hospital for treatment via ambulance. At this time, the injuries to the victim do not appear to be life threatening. To help protect the identity of the victim and as the suspect is a young offender names are being withheld. No additional information is expected to be released.
July 20th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
Imagine looking out the window and seeing someone stealing your car.  Cst Mitchell with police dog Juno being trained. Another police dog was used to track down the auto thieves. In the early morning hours of July 16th, Halton Police were called to area of Janina Boulevard in the City of Burlington after a citizen witnessed their vehicle being stolen from their driveway. Police attended the area and found the stolen vehicle to be abandoned a short distance away. With the assistance of K9, two suspects were subsequently located and arrested. Further investigation indicated that the suspects were responsible for several entries to unlocked vehicles in the area and also entered and caused a significant amount of damage to a house under construction. The two youths, who cannot be identified under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, have been charged with several property related offences. Citizens are again reminded to be vigilant in removing all items of value, and keys from their vehicles and ensuring that their vehicles are locked overnight. Anyone with information that may assist in this investigation are asked to contact Detective Constable Colin Macleod of the Burlington Criminal Investigations Bureau at 9058254747 extension 2357.
July 16th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
The scammers never stop. One of the reasons they keep doing what they do (take your money from you) is because the tricks they use actually work. People respond to those emails that tell you your Netflix account has been shut down or there is a problem with your bank account and you have to get in touch with them right away.
Dear User Click here to regain access The moment to click on that line you will have begun the process of giving the scammer some of the information they need to get access to your bank account. It does happen. Read one of the really sad stories of someone whose bank account was compromised. TD Canada Trust. Rule number 1; if in doubt – don’t. Rule number 2 – your bank will not send you this kind of email. They will telephone you.
July 14th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
At approximately 10:00 am this morning , a citizen reported a motor vehicle driving erratically on Fairview Street in the City of Burlington. Moments later the motor vehicle left the roadway and struck an adult male pedestrian who was walking along the sidewalk.
The adult male pedestrian suffered a life threatening injury as one of his legs was amputated below the knee as a result of the impact of the collision. This male victim was taken via air ambulance to the Hamilton General Hospital with life threatening injuries. The adult female pedestrian was pronounced deceased on the scene of the collision. The adult male driver of the vehicle was taken by ambulance to the Hamilton General Hospital as a result of head injuries sustained in the collision with the patio structure. There is currently a road closure on Fairview Street between Woodview Road and Commerce Court in the City of Burlington. The road is expected to be closed for several hours pending the traffic investigation. The Halton Regional Police Service – Traffic Reconstruction Unit is investigating this fatal motor vehicle collision. The deceased female pedestrian is 58 years of age and is a resident of the City of Burlington. Police are continuing to attempt next of kin notification. The male pedestrian injured in this incident is 19 years of age and is a resident of the City of Burlington. His family were notified and are at the hospital with him. He is in serious medical condition at the hospital. The male driver of the motor vehicle involved in this incident is 73 years of age and is a resident of the City of Burlington. His family was notified and will be attending the hospital. He is in stable medical condition at the hospital. The investigation is continuing and it is believed that the male driver may have had a medical issue while driving his motor vehicle which may have contributed to the traffic collision. The police have not released the name of the victims or the driver of the vehicle.
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
July 7th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
The incident took place in Burlington at about 4:30 am on July 6th when police responded to an area of Ross Street near Olga Drive in Burlington; they had received reports of several gunshots. The police earned there had been a dispute between a male and female who were acquaintances. The dispute ended when the male displayed a handgun and discharged two rounds towards a shed, in the opposite direction of the female. The male then struck the female in the face and fled to a dark colour SUV which was being driven by an unidentified male. That vehicle was last seen traveling north on Ross Street. The scene was examined by police and two spent cartridge casings were located and seized for further testing.  These are not toys – there were in the hands of people who were in Burlington very early in the morning. One person is accused of firing the gun at least twice while outside a vehicle. At approximately 8:00 PM, plain clothes officers and members of the Halton Regional Police Tactical and Rescue Unit (TRU) were able to arrest the shooter and two other males as they returned to a dark coloured Dodge Durango. A search of the vehicle and arrested males resulted in the seizure of two loaded semi-automatic handguns and approximately 10 grams of crack cocaine with a street value of about $1000. The origins of the handguns are still under investigation. Tharshan BALASINGAM (28-yrs) of Brampton was held for bail charged with: • Pointing a firearm Janson JEYAKANTHAN (25-yrs) of Brampton was held for bail charged with: • Unauthorised possession of a firearm Johan Matthijs VAN DER LEE (26-yrs) of Calgary Alberta was released on a Promise to Appear in Milton court on August 1st 2018 charged with: • Occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Jared McLeod of the Burlington Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4747 Ext. 2385.
July 6th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON Police have located several casings and are continuing to investigate. No one was injured and circumstances of this shooting are still being sorted out. Police believe this to have been a targeted act and there is no further risk to the public. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Jared McLeod of the Burlington Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4747 Ext. 2385. 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 .
June 29th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
While investigating one car theft police notice some suspicious driving and find they are dealing with a vehicle that had also been stolen. A two for one for the police. On June 26th 2018 shortly after 11:00 PM, police were called to investigate the theft of a Mercedes SUV that had just occurred on Ascot Place in Burlington.
On June 27th 2018, investigators located the stolen Mercedes SUV parked in the area of Cannon Street and Kenilworth Avenue in Hamilton. At 3:45 PM, a male returned to the vehicle with the keys in hand at which time investigators with assistance from members of the Hamilton Police Service BEAR and HEAT units arrested the male after a foot chase. A search of the stolen vehicle resulted in the recovery of further stolen property taken during vehicle break-ins and a garage break-in. Brent Andrew COOPER (18-yrs) of Hamilton was the first man arrested. He was released on bail and will appear next in Milton Court on July 25th 2018 charged with the following: • Theft of motor vehicle Michael Raymond ALLEN (18-yrs) of Hamilton was the second man arrested. He was remanded into custody and will appear next in Milton Court on July 3rd 2018 charged with the following: • Theft of motor vehicle (two counts) Police are still investigating numerous other thefts from and of vehicles that have taken place throughout the city of Burlington over the past several months and are urging area residents to not leave valuables or spare keys in their vehicles and ensure the doors are locked when left unattended. Police are also encouraging the public to immediately report suspicious activity.
June 27th, 2018 BURLINGTON, ON
Halton Regional Police in Burlington are seeking the public’s assistance to identify a suspect responsible for an early morning robbery at the Circle K gas station at 1170 Guelph Line in Burlington.  Not much to go on with this picture. On June 25th 2018 at approximately 3:15 AM, a lone male armed with a knife attended the Circle K Esso gas station and confronted an employee who was standing outside the entrance. The suspect ordered the employee inside and demanded money and cigarettes. At the time of the robbery an employee of a Tim Horton’s located inside the same building saw what was happening and managed to call police from the safety of a locked backroom. After receiving an undisclosed amount of money and cigarettes, the suspect fled on foot and was last seen running south west from the gas station. Officers responded and a thorough search of the area was completed with the assistance of a police canine however the suspect was not located. Police are looking for a white male in his late teens or early twenties, with a slim build, 5’7″ to 5’8″ tall wearing dark jeans, long sleeved black shirt, black toque, black gloves and a camouflaged bandana covering his face.
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 .
June 20th, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON
There is no level to which a thief will not descend. People visiting a cemetery park their cars and leave a purse, maybe a camera, maybe a small computer. They won’t need them during the visit to the burial plot they want to spend some time at. One can almost imagine the conversation a thief would have with himself – no one will expect anyone to rob a car at a cemetery – but that is exactly what was done at the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery earlier this week. Police have been investigating several thefts from vehicles that have occurred since the beginning of June in Burlington (Aldershot) at the Royal Botanical Gardens and Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Suspect(s) gained entry into several vehicles through unlocked doors and by smashing windows after which they stole purses and subsequently used stolen credit cards at various locations in Hamilton.
• Theft under $5000 (three counts) Police are reminding the public of the following prevention tips: • Ensure your unattended vehicle(s) are kept locked/secure
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The decrease in attendance, police said, “can be largely attributed to advances in technology which have changed the way members of the public interact with the Service. Key among these is social media like Twitter and Facebook which enable users to obtain information and advice on a range of police-related matters.”
Police received ten reports regarding vehicles being broken into by unknown culprit(s) who gained entry by breaking a window. Once inside the vehicle, the unknown culprit(s) rummaged through the vehicles and proceeded to steal wallets, electronics, personal identification and money.
The scammers are getting better. There was a time that either the spelling errors or the grammar was so bad that you knew it didn’t come from a bank. They have gotten better with the message they send. The Gazette maintains a couple of identities that give us a chance t see what the average Canadians gets. This one came in yesterday:
Responding officers stopped a suspicious vehicle leaving the area and during the stop the stolen Mercedes was seen approaching but did a U-Turn and sped away. The stopped vehicle, a 2006 Mazda 3 was stolen several days prior from Province St. N. in Hamilton. The driver and sole occupant of this vehicle was arrested and held for bail. A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of property that had been stolen from unlocked cars in Burlington.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Steve Siomra of the Burlington Criminal Investigations – Robbery Team at 905-825-4747 Ext. 2343.
On June 18th 2018 investigators arrested Richard James BLASDELL (49-yrs) of Brantford for his involvement in these occurrences. He was released on a Promise to Appear in Milton Court on July 11th 2018 charged with the following offences: