Finally the full story on the automobile accident last March - it is tragic - a young man now has to work at re-building his life.

News 100 blueBy Pepper Parr

June 4, 2106

BURLINGTON, ON

This story gets more and more tangled – it can now be ended

The accident took place in March.

Charges were not laid for 90 days. Names were not released.

The police eventually lay charges – still do not name the person charged.

They then release the name of the person charged.

Still no reason for the delay in the laying of charges.

The Gazette learns from a usually reliable source that the person who was eventually charged had been in a coma since the accident and that he had become conscious a few days ago.  Charges were then laid.

Was there not a better way to manage the flow of news?

Confidence in the integrity of the police service is critical. We have to know we can believe them at all times.

This situation is truly tragic – driving while under the influence of alcohol, runs a stop sign, crashes through a metal road rail, is seriously injured and in a coma for several months. To then come out of the coma and then be charged by the police.

This young man has some serious problems ahead of him.

The police were in a position to be both sympathetic and at the same time carry out their duties and use the opportunity to drive home the message – you can’t drink and then drive.

The consequences are disastrous.

Young David Dren now has to rebuild his life – we wish him well.

The Halton Regional Police Service do strive to keep the public informed – they might use this situation as a case study on how to inform the public and at the same time keep driving home the message – you can’t drink and drive.

The full story line:

Original story.

Police release the name of the driver.

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Police decide to release the name of the driver of a vehicle involved in an accident more than three months ago.

News 100 redBy Staff

June 3rd, 2016

BURLINGTON, ON

The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident early in March was not identified in two police reports.

Police appear to have had second thoughts – release the name of the up to now unidentified driver.

The driver David Dren (21 years) of Burlington was charged with one count of Impaired Operation of a motor vehicle and one count of Over 80 Contrary to the Criminal Code.

Original accident report

Report of charges being laid 90 days later

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Accident results in charges close to 90 days later - what took so long? A prominent name?

News 100 redBy Staff

June 3, 2016

BURLINGTON, ON

Late last night the police released a follow up report on a motor vehicle accident that took place early in March.

Basically a car went off the road at the intersection of Kerns Road and North Service Road. The collision left one man with serious head injuries while a second male escaped with bruises and concussion. There was also a significant amount of damage caused to a roadside guide rail that resulted in a lengthy road closure.

Kerns + North Service

It was around 4:00 am in the morning. Someone overshot the stop sign, crashed into the barrier at the intersection and ended up in a patch of land. A stupid accident which police at the time said speed and alcohol were suspected. Charges laid – no names released – why?

Following a protracted investigation, a 22-year old Burlington male has now been charged with two offences – Impaired Operation and Over 80 contrary to the Criminal Code.

No further details regarding the charged individual will be released.

In the March media release the following information was given:

Halton Regional Police Service is investigating a serious single motor vehicle collision that occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning leaving a Burlington man in critical condition.

Shortly before 4:00am Saturday March 12th a black VW Golf was travelling south on Kerns Road in the City of Burlington. At the intersection with North Service Road, the vehicle failed to stop or to negotiate the turn and continued through the guard rail at the south edge of North Service Road, coming to rest in the sunken area between North Service Road and Highway 403.

The male driver of the Golf, a 22-year old Burlington male, sustained serious injuries and was transported to Hamilton general Hospital where his condition is described as critical. His male passenger escaped with minor injuries.

Due to the serious nature of the incident, the Collision Reconstruction Unit attended and assumed responsibility for the investigation.

At this stage speed and alcohol are being considered as factors.

Details of the vehicle occupants are not being released.

It’s pretty clear someone doesn’t want their name in the paper – must be some heavy legal talent leaning on someone.
It’s a Traffic Court offence.

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Burlington Man Charged with Sexual Assault

Crime 100By Staff

May 30th, 2106

BURLINGTON, ON

Detectives from the Halton Regional Police Service Child Abuse and Sexual Assault (CASA) Unit have charged a Burlington man, Joseph Robert Angel (25 years of age) in connection with two separate sexual assaults committed on May 24, 2016.

The two incidents took place at the Longo’s grocery store located at 1225 Fairview Street in Burlington between 8:45pm and 9:30pm.

Anyone with information concerning this incident is asked to contact Detective Constable Matt Cunnington at 905-825-4747 ext. 8978 or Detective Constable Alanda Prescod at 905-825-4747 ext. 8977 of the of the Halton Regional Police Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit, or Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222 TIPS, or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.com or by texting “Tip201” with your message to 274637 (crimes)

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Half a million dollars worth of vehicle sitting in the police pound for seven days - owners charged with stunt driving.

Crime 100By Staff

May 29, 2016

BURLINGTON, ON

Maybe they took a taxi home or perhaps the police took them to the local station and booked them for their offences. Whichever, two very expensive cars are sitting in the police pound where they will remain for the next seven days.

Police McClaren Spyder

A Lamborghini Huracan valued by police at approximately $230,000.00 was impounded for seven days after being clocked at 135 kmh in a 60 kmh zone

On May 29th 2016 at approximately 4:00 pm, a Lamborghini Huracan valued at approximately $230,000.00 and a McLaren Spider valued at approximately $260,000.00 were stopped by Police at Guelph Line and Colling Road in Burlington after HRPS #3 District Response Unit measured their speed at 135 km/hr in a posted 60 km/hr zone.

Police Lambourgini seized

A McLaren Spider, stunt driving with the Lamborghini was estimated to cost $230,000 it also sits in the police pound for seven days.

The exotic cars were impounded for seven days and the drivers’ charged with stunt driving.

The police media report did not release any names. They did say: “If you observe a vehicle being operated in a manner which places you or anyone else in danger, please call 911 for an immediate police response.”

Police - impounded vehicle being loaded

Police loading $230,000 worth of car onto a flatbed truck to be taken to the police pound and held for seven days. Owner charged with stunt driving.

Someone obviously made such a call.

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Male arrested for child luring was impersonating a well known local performer.

Crime 100By Staff

May 27th, 2106

BURLINGTON, ON

Halton Regional Police have arrested a 24-year-old male in connection with child luring and child pornography offences.

David Kron, of Thornhill, has been charged with three counts of child luring, one count of possession of child pornography and one count of distributing child pornography. The victims in this matter are 12-14 years of age.

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Snapchat is a mobile app that allows users to send and receive “self-destructing” photos and videos. Photos and videos taken with the app are called Snaps. Snapchat uses the device’s camera to capture Snaps and Wi-fi technology to send them.

Investigators say they believe the man was communicating with children online via Snapchat, using the name: myles.erlick. Myles Erlick is a former Burlington resident and a well-known performer. Mr. Erlick has been contacted and is in no way affiliated to this account.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Detective Todd Martin of the Halton Regional Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE). He can be reached at (905)825-4747 extension 8983.

 

Snapchat is a mobile app that allows users to send and receive “self-destructing” photos and videos. Photos and videos taken with the app are called Snaps. Snapchat uses the device’s camera to capture Snaps and Wi-fi technology to send them.

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Male arrested after feeling from a bank - police call in the canine unit - catch the suspect fleeing on a bike he had stolen.

Crime 100By Staff

May 26th, 2106

BURLINGTON, ON

On May 25th 2016 at approximately 2:32 PM, police responded to the Royal Bank at 2025 William O’Connell Blvd. in Burlington for a male trying to open a bank account with fraudulent identification.

Police located the male inside the bank and while the male was being escorted to a private office, the male turned and ran from the bank. He continued to flee on foot north on William O’Connell Blvd, west on Waterbridge Dr. where he then hopped a fence which led him to the rear of a townhouse complex located at 2039 Upper Middle Rd.

Numerous police responded to the area where a perimeter was established while a canine track was conducted. The male was located and arrested approximately 25 minutes later as he attempted to leave the area on a bicycle which he had just stolen.

The male, identified as Robert Jason LAYCOCK (28-yrs) of Toronto was held for bail charged with the following offences:

• Fraud under $5000
• Personation with intent
• Obstruct peace officer
• Theft under $5000
• Breach Probation (2 counts)

Out on probation and the suspect walks into a bank trying to open an account under a false name – it wasn’t a savings account was it?

Anyone with information is asked to call the Burlington Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825 4747 ext. 2316, Crime Stoppers at 1-800 222 8477 (TIPS), through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.com, or by texting “Tip201” with your message to 274637 (crimes).

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Canada road safety week in Halton - not one fatality. There are still drivers thinking they can text and drive - and the drunks and drug nuts are still out there.

News 100 blueBy Staffgetting new - yellow

May 25th, 2106

BURLINGTON, ON

During the period of May 17-23, uniform and plainclothes officers from across all areas of the Halton Regional Police Service supported the National driving campaign known as ‘Canada Road Safety Week’, conducting a heightened level of traffic enforcement on our area roadways.

Officers focused on what has become known as the ‘Big 4 Killers’ on our roads, including aggressive & distracted driving, impaired operation – by alcohol or drug, and seat belt use.

During the seven days of enforcement, which ended with the conclusion of the Victoria Day Long Weekend, Halton Police laid a total of 1903 charges. The top three charges included:

1. Speeding;
2. Disobey stop sign; and
3. Distracted driving (cell phone)

During this campaign, Halton Police conducted a variety of enforcement, including RIDE, to specifically address the ongoing concern of motorists choosing to drive while impaired. 12 motorists were arrested and charged with impaired driving related offences which include impaired by drug. Highlights include:

• On Friday, May 20th officers were conducting a proactive RIDE spot check on Appleby Line near Fairview Street. Over the course of the RIDE check, a driver was engaged by police as a part of the routine stop. As a result of this engagement, police discovered he was in possession approximately three pounds of marihuana. The driver was charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking.

• On Saturday, May 21st officers responded to a single vehicle collision below the Burlington Skyway. The female driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and for possessing a quantity of cocaine.

• On Sunday, May 22nd police were engaged in proactive speed enforcement on Bronte Road near Speers Road. Police noted a driver operating his motor vehicle at a high rate of speed. A traffic stop was initiated by police and the driver was found to be impaired by both alcohol and drugs. In addition, the driver was found to be in possession of a quantity of marihuana.

Deputy Chief Nishan Duraiappah pleads his innocence to the charge of Grand Theft Donuts, looking on is Halton Regional Police Detective Constable Paul Proteau.

Deputy Chief Nishan Duraiappah and Halton Regional Police Detective Constable Paul Proteau.

Deputy Chief Nishan Duraiappah commented, “Traffic enforcement, public messaging and the time officers spend on these traffic initiatives are just one element of our collaborative strategy towards improved road safety. It involves our Region, each Municipality, partnering agencies and citizens focusing on opportunities for prevention, social development and risk mitigation.”

Halton Police would like to thank area motorists who made the choice to slow down, obey posted signage and for resisting the urge to handle your cell phone while driving. It’s a positive choice all motorists can make which will make our roads safer for everyone.

If you observe a vehicle being operated in a manner which places you or anyone else in danger, please call 911 for an immediate police response.

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Gas station robbed by male brandishing a machete - no one injured

Crime 100By Staff

May 21, 2016

BURLINGTON, ON

The Halton Regional Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance identifying a male person that robbed a Burlington Petro Canada gas station in the City of Burlington.

Very early this morning – 6:10 am – a lone male person attended the Petro Canada Gas Station at 3515 Upper Middle Road in the City of Burlington.

Upon entering this business, the suspect brandished a machete type knife and confronted the lone store attendant demanding cash and cigarettes. An undisclosed amount of currency and cigarettes were handed over and the male suspect who then left the store on foot. The employee was not injured during the incident.

The suspect is described as a male, black, between 20 to 25 years of age, standing approximately 5’8″, with a thin build. He wore a black ski mask, and a grey hooded sweater that was worn inside out with a beige colored inside lining. He was also wearing grey jogging pants, black high top running shoes and white socks.

Upon exiting the store, the suspect was last seen walking in a northerly direction along Walkers Line.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the 3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905 825-4747 ext. 2316 or Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.com or by texting “Tip201” with your message to 274637 (crimes).

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How the police work to be explained to new Canadians

News 100 blueBy Staff

May 17th, 2106

BURLINGTON, ON

The Regional Police have organized a very proactive approach to introducing how the police and emergency services work in the Region

On the 25th of May 2016, Halton Regional Police will be hosting ESINC Day (Emergency Service Introduction for New Canadians). The event will be held at the Halton Regional Police Service Headquarters located at 1151 Bronte Road, in the town of Oakville.

The event will run from 12:00pm to 2:00pm.

Come meet your local police officers, firefighters, paramedics, tour the emergency vehicles and visit the community information booths.

For more additional information please contact Cst. Jody Dugas of the Regional Community Mobilization Bureau. 905-825-4747 ext 5240.

If you know people who are new to Canada – mention this to them. Authority figures are seen differently in Canada than they are in the countries many new Canadians come from

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Canada Road Safety Week starts today. Police warn the public - Remember, we’ll see you before you see us.

News 100 redBy Staff

May 17th, 2016

BURLINGTON, ON

The police are driving the message home: Canada Road Safety Week starts today

For the next seven days, until the end of the Victoria Day weekend, motorists who travel anywhere within the Region of Halton – from our urban centres to our rural areas – can expect to see an increased Police presence on our roadways.

How can you avoid being stopped by a Halton Police officer?

1. Drive now, call & text later. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of motor vehicle collisions.
2. If you drink, don’t drive. Impaired driving remains the leading criminal cause of death on Ontario roadways. Halton Drug Recognition officers are also reminding drivers that drugs & driving don’t mix either.
3. If you’re under 22yrs of age, don’t drink & drive period. You must have a zero blood alcohol level to operate a motor vehicle in Ontario.
4. Buckle up. Over 700 Halton motorists were charged in 2015 with failing to wear a seat belt. What’s holding you back?
5. Slow down! Speed kills. Remember, we’ll see you before you see us. Speed limits will be enforced!

Motorists found in contravention may be subject to arrest and charges, including licence suspensions, vehicle seizures and costly fines. Halton Police encourages all road users to obey the rules of the road.

car accidentgetting new - yellowDo your part and make our roadways safe for everyone.

If you observe a vehicle being operated in a manner which places you, or anyone else in danger, please call 911 for an immediate police response.

Let us see what the police report after the holiday weekend.

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Scam artist convinces victims to pay a tax bill using iTunes gift cards - Rexall pharmacy alerts a victim to the scam.

Crime 100By Staff

May 16, 2016

BURLINGTON, ON

Halton Regional Police Service want to remind the public that the commonly known “CRA scam” is still very much alive and active. In the past week, two separate victims in the region have both fallen prey to this scam and suffered a total loss of $9,000 dollars.

In the latest version of this scam the fraudster is threatening arrest of the victim for money due to Revenue Canada. The fraudster is now asking the victims to make payment using I-Tunes gift cards and directing the victims to several locations in order to purchase the cards.

Halton Regional Police Service are reminding the public that the Canada Revenue Agency would never act in this manner and certainly would never accept I-Tunes gift cards as a form of payment.

The police would also like to request that the vendors of these types of cards remain vigilant to large purchases of I-Tunes gift cards and to initiate a conversation with the buyer to ensure they are not being defrauded.

In one of the more recent cases an alert employee at a Rexall Pharmacy in Hamilton prevented a victim from purchasing an additional $3,000 dollars’ worth of cards. Unfortunately the victim had already previously transferred $3000 dollars of cards purchased at two other stores prior to being stopped by the alert employee.

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Police credit help from the public for the arrest of a car thief.

Crime 100By Staff

May 13th, 2106

BURLINGTON, ON

It took just over a month – but the police, with the help they got from the public, were able to identify and then arrest Rafael MAIA (29yrs of Mississauga) He has been charged with Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, Theft Under, Drive Disqualified, five charges.

Investigators credit the public for their assistance.

On March 23rd at approximately 3:00am a garage was accessed while the homeowners were asleep in their residence. Two vehicles were stolen. The cameras on the 407 eastbound from Burlington identified one of the two cars stolen. . One was recovered in Toronto on March 24th.

The second car, a 2006 grey Infiniti G35 was used in a gas drive off in Toronto in the early morning hours on March 30th.

Photos of the driver were made available.

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Police investigation results in 3 arrests and seizure of drugs and money - $4.600 in cash.

Crime 100By Staff

May 13, 2016

BURLINGTON, ON
On May 12th 2016, the Halton Regional Police, Burlington Street Crime Unit (SCU), concluded a drug trafficking investigation that resulted in three arrests and the execution of Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at a Burlington hotel.

Seized as a result of the Investigation:
• 142.2 grams of Heroin (6 separate bags)
• 2 grams of Shatter (marihuana oil)
• 2 grams of marihuana
• 3 crack cocaine rocks
• $4615 Canadian Currency

The drugs have an estimated street value of $36,000

The following persons have been charged;

Stephen Mark O’SULLIVAN (39 years) currently of no fixed address (held for a bail hearing)

• Possession for the Purpose – Heroin
• Possession for the Purpose – Cocaine
• Possession of controlled substance -Marihuana (under 30 grams)
• Possession of controlled substance – Hashish
• Breach Probation
• Breach Recognizance (two counts)

Stephen Mark O’SULLIVAN (63 years) currently of no fixed address (released on Promise to Appear in Milton Court on June 1st 2016)
• Breach Recognizance

Thanh Van TRAN (37 years) of Hamilton (released on Promise to Appear in Milton Court on June 14th 2016)
• Trafficking- Cocaine

Investigators remind the public to utilize Crime Stoppers to report any illegal drug, gun or gang activity at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477), through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.com or by texting “Tip201” with your message to 274637(crimes)

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National program to clamp down on dangerous drivers - lower the 4 killer statistics.

News 100 redBy StaffRed long

May 12, 2106

BURLINGTON,ON

 

They are calling it road safety week – week – May 17-23, 2016. It is going to be a national campaign aimed at making Canada’s roads the safest in the world.

There were 1923 deaths due to accidents on roads in Canada in2013

Car crash - fatality

Multiple deaths on our highways – one in Ontario that killed every child in a family.

The campaign is a police initiative designed to remind people that an essential part of the police enforcement role is to save lives and reduce injuries on our roadways. Educating the public about safe driving practices is a priority. The focus will be on behaviours that put drivers, passengers and other road users most at risk.

Referred to as the ‘Big 4 Killers’:

impaired operation by alcohol or drug,
seat belt use
all aspects related to aggressive
and distracted driving.

Police agencies across the country are collaborating on this initiative and asking you to choose safe behaviours while travelling on our roadways, whether you are a driver or a passenger. We need to work together to ensure that Canada’s roadways are the safest in the world.

Cell phone driver

There is just no excuse for this kind of behaviour – the penalties are to light. Impound th car and arrest the driver.

During the first five months of 2016, eight motorists or passengers have died on Regional roadways along with seven others sustaining life altering injuries. These collisions result in extremely tragic circumstances which highlight the fact that preventable driving behaviors cause of too many collisions. Driving behavior impacts the safety of our community, can result in tragic outcomes and serious repercussions.

  • In 2013, the number of motor vehicle fatalities was 1,923; down 7.4% from 2012 (2,076).
  • The downward trend for serious injuries continued, dropping to 10,315 in 2013; down 7.2% from 2012  (11,116).
  • The rate of the number of fatalities per 100,000 population was 5 in 2013, down from 6.0 in 2012.
  • 2013 marked the first time that the fatality rate per 10,000 registered vehicles (of 0.83) was below  9.

Traffic fatalities by ageThe Halton Regional Police Service enforces all matters of road safety 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. In support of Canada Road Safety Week, the Halton Police will adapt a heightened level of presence on our roadways, looking for impaired and distracted motorists, along with those who choose to speed or not wear a seatbelt.
Motorists found in contravention may be subject to arrest & charges, including licence suspensions, vehicle seizures and costly fines.

Traffic fatalities - locationIf you observe a vehicle being operated in a manner which places you, or anyone else in danger, please call 911 for an immediate police response. Halton residents are also encouraged to report any criminal activity to Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.com or by texting “Tip201” with your message to 274637 (crimes).

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Police offering some pretty detailed data on drugs used in the Region - described as an information source for parents.

Crime 100By Staff

May 11th, 2016

BURLINGTON, ON

The Halton Regional Police Service has created a web dedicated to information on drugs appearing on the streets of the Region.

AddictionaryHalton.com is a new online resource, provided by the Halton Police Drug, Gun & Gang Unit, aimed at helping to educate parents, guardians and Halton’s youth about the dangers of drug, substance abuse and criminal activity connected to illicit drugs.

In this resource you will find a listing of street drugs that have been found in Halton, current drug trends, community resources to help with addiction and video stories about drugs and the recovery process.

Visit AddictionaryHalton.com’s blog to learn about recent drug seizures made by Drug, Gun & Gang Unit. The blog will also post warnings to the public regarding dangerous drugs circulating in the community along with merging drug trends.

Anyone wanting more information about street drugs, addiction and recovery options, please visit: www.addictionaryhalton.com or follow us on Twitter at: @HRPSRID.

If you live in and around the Halton Region then this site is for you.

Drug stats - police

When marijuana is made legal – what will that do to the police statistics?

Marihuana continues to be the main controlled substance seized by the Halton Regional Police.  Cocaine is once again the second most common drug seized in Halton.  There has been an increased in prescription drugs, including opioids and benzodiazapines.  Crystal methamphetamine seizures are a concern as the Halton Police Drug Unit continues to see an increase throughout the region.

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Police Service wants input from the public on the next business plan - four meetings to take place around the Region.

Event 100By Staff

May 10th, 2016

BURLINGTON, ON

It’s your money they are going to spend – and your safety that motivates what the police do each and every day.

The Halton Regional Police Service, in partnership with the Halton Regional Police Services Board, has embarked upon a process to develop a new Business Plan to replace the existing document, which expires at the end of 2016.

The Board and the Chief of Police are seeking input from a range of stakeholders and would like to extend an invitation to the citizens and business owners of Halton to participate in public meetings during the upcoming weeks. The details of the four meetings are as follows:

Milton: Tuesday May 24th (7.00 – 9.00pm)
Milton Town Hall, Milton Room – 150 Mary Street

Oakville: Wednesday May 25th (7.00 – 9.00pm)
Oakville Town Hall, Oakville/Trafalgar Room – 1225 Trafalgar Road

Halton Hills: Wednesday June 8th (7.00 – 9.00pm)
Mold-Masters SportsPlex – Gordon Alcott Heritage Hall – 221 Guelph Street, Georgetown

Burlington: Tuesday June 14th (7.00 – 9.00pm)
Burlington Seniors Centre– Multipurpose Room – 2285 New Street

Members of the public are invited to attend any of the above meetings to hear about the Halton Regional Police Service and the development of a new Business Plan. A facilitated discussion will be conducted with the goal of identifying issues and themes that should be addressed within the new Plan.

Additional information can be found on the Halton Regional Police Service Website at https://www.haltonpolice.ca/2017_CBP/index.php.

People wishing to attend the public meetings are invited to RSVP Mr. Keith Moore, Senior Planner, at keith.moore@haltonpolice.ca

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Commercial motor vehicle inspections take half the trucks pulled over off the road - a road we share with those trucks. Bigger fines and a couple of days in the hoosgow might help.

Successful Commercial Motor vehicle blitz
News 100 redBy Staff

May 4, 2016

BURLINGTON, ON

Over the course of a two day period a joint commercial motor vehicle blitz was conducted in partnership with the Halton Regional Police Service (20 and 30 Division District Response Team), Peel Regional Police Service, Guelph Police Service and the Ministry of Transportation Ontario.

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Police officer doing a safety check on a truck.

The May 2nd and 3rd blitz received an overwhelming success, 91 trucks were inspected resulting in 187 charges being issued with 53 commercial vehicles being removed from the roadway for unsafe violations. 2 drivers were suspended and 5 licence plates were removed. In one circumstance officers prevented a possible critical situation when they identified one commercial vehicle that had all its lug nuts loose permitting its tire to come unfastened.

These are astounding numbers – more than half the trucks inspected were taken off the road – one had wheels that were close to falling off!

As describe by Sergeant Bistas of the Oakville DRT Team, “taking these trucks with major defects off the road makes our community a safer place to drive”.

Tougher decisions and higher fines are in order here. We share the roads with those trucks.

If any citizen would like to report a traffic concern in Burlington or Oakville they can do so by calling (905) 878 5511 or visiting our website and submitting an online traffic complaint at https://www.haltonpolice.ca/services/reporting/trafficcomplaints.php

Hoosgow: a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government

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Annual Prescription Drug Drop-Off Day - May 14th between 10 and 3pm

News 100 redBy Staff

May 4, 2016

BURLINGTON, ON

Keep you and your loved ones safe and dispose of old prescription medication.

HRPS crestThe Halton Regional Police Service would like to remind everyone that the annual Prescription Drug Drop-Off Day will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2016, between 10 am and 3 pm.

Members of the public are encourage to drop-off their old and unused prescription medication safely and confidentially at one of several locations throughout the Region of Halton.

HRPS Headquarters: 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville
Acton: HRPS 10 Division, 315 Queen Street Halton Hills:
Halton Hills Town Hall, 1 Halton Hills Drive Milton:
Milton Sports Centre (rear lot), 605 Santa Maria Drive Oakville:
Town Hall, 1225 Trafalgar Road Burlington:
City of Burlington Operations Centre, 3330 Harvester Road

The Halton Regional Police Service also has Prescription Drug Drop-Off Box located at every police station in the Region of Halton providing the public an opportunity to safely disposed medication prior to them falling in the wrong hands.

Thanks to the drop-off boxes, the Halton Regional Police Service has collected an incredible amount of prescription drugs.  The following is a list of the most common prescription drugs collected between June 2015 to April 2016: –

2500 Oxycodone pills –
750 Morphine pills – 40 ml Morphine –
2350 Lorazempam pills –
260 Hydromorphone pills –
15 ml Hydromorphone –
390 Codeine pills –
140 ml Codeine –
115 Fentanyl used patches* *Used Fentanyl patches are strongly sought after in the illicit drug market.

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Youth arrested with a quantity of drugs, weapons and $8000 + in cash.

Crime 100By Staff

April 22, 2016

BURLINGTON, ON

The Halton Regional Police moved in on a suspect after concluding a drug trafficking investigation that resulted in a 16-year-old male being arrested and the execution of Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at a Burlington residence.

The investigation was carried out by the Street Crime Unit (SCU) and concluded on April 20th when an arrest was made

Seized as a result of the Investigation:
• 75 grams of cocaine
• 44 grams of psilocybin
• 2 grams of marihuana
• 38 various pharmaceutical pills (Controlled Substances under Schedule III & IV of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act)
• Flick knife
• 2 BB guns

The drugs have an estimated street value of $ 8,160.00

The youth who cannot be identified was subsequently charged with the following offences:

• Trafficking a controlled substance (cocaine),
• Trafficking a controlled substance (psilocybin),
• Trafficking a controlled substance (marihuana),
• Possession of a controlled substance (cocaine) for the purpose of trafficking,
• Possession of a controlled substance (psilocybin) for the purpose of trafficking,
• Possession of a controlled substance (marihuana) for the purpose of trafficking,
• Possession of a controlled substance (Schedule IV) for the purpose of trafficking,
• Possession of a controlled substance (schedule III),
• Possession of a controlled substance (schedule IV)
• Assault with intent to resist arrest
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose,
• Possession of a prohibited weapon
• Breach of recognizance (X2)
• Fail to comply with probation (X2)

Save media that mattersInvestigators remind the public to utilize Crime Stoppers to report any illegal drug, gun or gang activity at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477), through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.com or by texting “Tip201” with your message to 274637(crimes)

The big question here is – how did a 16 year old – we don’t know if this person is male or female – find themselves selling drugs and carrying more than $8000 cash in their pockets. There are some parents who have some explaining to do.

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