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Serious Incident Response Team drops Yarmouth case

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Nova Scotia’s police watchdog has dropped a file in Yarmouth following an investigation.

On Oct. 5 Yarmouth RCMP responded to a call at a residence, leading to a struggle while arresting a man at the scene. 

The next day, the man went to the hospital, and later reported being diagnosed with serious injuries.

SiRT then received a referral from the RCMP on Oct. 7 and launched an investigation.

SiRT says their investigation confirmed that the man had not sustained serious injuries, and closed the file on those grounds.

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RCMP not ruling out hate-related charges for man wearing Nazi Uniform in Cole Harbour

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Viral photos of a man wearing a nazi uniform and eyepatch while pushing a stroller in Cole Harbour have prompted a police investigation.

A spokesperson for the RCMP said they’re aware of the post and have received complaints.

They’re not ruling out pressing hate-related charges, but said it’s too early in the investigation process to know for sure if the costume was hate-motivated.

Police said they can’t yet independently confirm if the photos are real, but have reason to believe they are, and are treating them as such.

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OPP charge three people after Sioux Lookout drug bust

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Three people are facing drug-related charges after a search warrant in Sioux Lookout uncovered almost a pound of what they believe to be cocaine and more than $40,000.

Police executed two search warrants on Oct. 22 shorty after 9:30 a.m. at two residences in Sioux Lookout.

There, they seized 390 grams of suspected cocaine, 40 grams of suspected crack cocaine and more than $40,000 they believe to be the proceeds of crime.

A 53-year-old from Sioux Lookout, as well as a 23-year-old man and a 24-year-old man, both from Ottawa, are facing drug related charges.

The 24-year-old also faces a possession of weapon for dangerous purpose charge.

All three accused were held for bail before being sent to Kenora District Jail.

OPP are asking anyone with more information about this or any other drug trafficking investigation to contact them.

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Shelter-in-place lifted for Keewaywin First Nation

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Police have lifted a shelter-in-place order for the community of Keewaywin First Nation after an incident with a weapon Saturday morning.

Nishnawbe Aski Police Service received a call for a possible assault with a weapon on the morning of Oct. 31.

Police say two people had injuries consistent with a stabbing, both victims were treated on site but one required transportation out of the community for further treatment. The extent of their injuries are currently not known.

Additional police were called to the site to maintain security.

OPP, K9 units, and additional support were also deployed to help find an adult male suspect, who was taken into custody without further incident.

The accused is scheduled to appear in bail court on Nov. 1, and police say they will provide an update following that court appearance.

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RCMP arrest Yarmouth woman after foot chase

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A routine police patrol turned into a foot chase and multiple drug charges for a 29-year-old Yarmouth woman.

Yarmouth Town RCMP say they observed a car speeding on Main Street that then turned abruptly onto several side streets and drove through multiple stop signs in what police call an attempt to evade the police vehicle.

Once the officer stopped the vehicle, a Hyundai Elantra, near the intersection of Pleasant Street and Forest Street, the driver stopped the car and attempted to flee on foot. She was arrested safely.

Police say that during a search incidental to the arrest, officers found multiple bags of packaged cocaine.

The driver was released on conditions pending a first court appearance, which is scheduled for Dec. 21 at Yarmouth Provincial Court.

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OPP arrest two men in Thunder Bay after foot chase

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Officers from the Thunder Bay Detachment of the OPP have arrested two men following a traffic stop that led to a “brief foot pursuit”.

Shortly before 1 p.m. on Oct. 28, police made a traffic stop after seeing one passenger not wearing a seat belt and another passenger actively using drugs in the front seat.

After the vehicle was pulled over, police say the driver became combative during an arrest for impaired operation, leading to a brief foot chase.

The driver, a 29-year-old man from Marathon, was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Resisting a Peace Officer
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Personation with intent to avoid arrest, prosecution or obstruct justice
  • Failure to comply with release order (3 counts)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Failure to surrender permit for motor vehicle
  • Failure to surrender insurance card

He is scheduled to appear in court Oct. 29.

A 42-year-old man from Fort William First Nation was also arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Passenger – failure to properly wear seat belt

He is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 20, 2027.

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72 year-old Thunder Bay man facing drug charges

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A 72 year-old man from Thunder Bay is facing drug charges following an OPP and Nishnawbe Aski Police Service drug trafficking investigation.

Police seized nearly $125,000 of oxycodone pills, cash and drug paraphernalia following the search of a home on the 100-block of Crown Street on Oct. 22.

Police say the one male suspect was alone at the time, and was taken into custody without incident. 

The 72 year-old man is being charged with possession of oxycodone for the purpose of trafficking and possession of proceeds of crime.

He has since been released from custody under conditions, and has a future court date. His name is currently being withheld until charges have been formally sworn in before the courts.

Police say the investigation remains ongoing.

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Two N.S. police officers cleared on conspiring to commit murder charges

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Two officers with the Annapolis Royal Police Service (ARPS) have been cleared of any wrongdoing after allegations of conspiring to commit murder.

The Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT) says the case stems from a conversation between two officers that allegedly took place in May about harming a person known to police.

There were allegations that one of the officers threatened to release a recording of the conversation unless the other complied with a request concerning a workplace matter.

“After carefully reviewing the evidence and the law, the SiRT Director determined there are no reasonable grounds to believe that either officer committed a criminal offence,” says SiRT in a news release.

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Update: Classes at Fort Frances High School to resume Wednesday, following threat incident

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An alleged threat toward the school led to an early dismissal for students at Fort Frances High School on Tuesday.

Classes for high school and intermediate students were cut short at around 12:30 p.m.

Provincial Police say an isolated threat was made by phone call to the school an hour earlier.

Several police cruisers were seen outside the school earlier in the morning, before classes started.

Some students also noticed officers walking through the halls and checking garbage cans.

In a release, the Rainy River District School Board states its “actions were guided by the information available at the time and undertaken in collaboration with law enforcement to support a safe and orderly response.”

The school and adjacent Confederation College’s Rainy River District Campus were evacuated, while other nearby schools were briefly placed in a hold-and-secure status.

All extra-curricular activities have also been postponed until further notice.

Police, along with FFHS staff, conducted a search of the building and grounds.

OPP make no mention of whether anyone has been arrested or charged.

A message later in the day from the principals of the high school and intermediate grades to parents indicated that the school would reopen on Wednesday.

They add that police have now confirmed that there was no ongoing threat to the school.

“We understasnd that such incidents can be concerning, and we want to assure you that the safety of our students and staff is our top priority,” reads the message.

“We are committed to maintaining a secure and nurturing environment for learning.”

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Saint John police commission on the hunt for new chief

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The Saint John police commission is finally seeking a new chief.

The commission shared the job posting earlier this month.

According to the post, the board is seeking a “forward-looking” police leader to serve as the next chief.

The search comes almost three months after former chief Robert Bruce retired earlier from the position, following nine workplace harassment complaints filed against him alleging bullying and the creation of a toxic work environment.

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Since his retirement, the force has been led by acting chief Neal Fowler, but the board is now looking for a permanent chief.

The post said the ideal candidate is an experienced police leader who has served as a chief, deputy chief, or in a similar role at a small or medium-sized Canadian police service.

It adds that the chosen candidate will provide “visible leadership across the organization, champion public trust and community partnership, and connect the Commission’s strategic direction to the decisions and actions of members across the force.”

The ideal candidate will also “develop and oversee professional police procedures, ensure members carry out their duties professionally, fairly, and in compliance with applicable law, standards, policies, and collective agreements.”

The applications for the position are open until Oct. 21.

It’s not clear how much time it will take the commission to choose the successful candidate.

Acadia Broadcasting reached out to the board for more details on the hiring process; the commission did not respond.

Acadia Broadcasting also reached out to the New Brunswick Police Association for comment but did not receive a response.

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