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East Algoma OPP – Officers locate individual falling in the snow

On February 5, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report regarding a suspicious individual, possibly intoxicated, who was observed standing in a driveway in the 100 block of Causley Street, in the Town of Blind River. Upon arrival, police located the person walking on the Causley Street sidewalk ...

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East Algoma OPP – more than 2,300 grams of illicit drugs seized

On February 6, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a Controlled Dugs and Substances Act (CDSA) warrant at a residence on Frobel Drive in City of Elliot Lake. As a result of the warrant being executed, police seized: Suspected Drug              Estimated Street Value over 1300 grams    Fentanyl                          over $ 362,000 over 900 grams      Cocaine                           over $ ...

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Family Day at the Bushplane Museum

The Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre (CBHC) is refocusing its Family Day event to highlight the vital role of teachers and educators. On Monday, February 17, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM, all teachers will receive free admission along with up to three family members, while general admission will be 50% off. “This year, our goal is to focus on the ...

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SSM OPP – Resident charged with Luring and other offences

On January 31, 2025, at approximately 1:36 p.m., the Sault Ste. Marie and Superior East Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Units made an arrest following an extensive investigation into online child sexual exploitation. The arrest is also in relation to a search warrant police executed at a Rossmore Road residence in Sault Ste. Marie in December 2024. The investigation began ...

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East Algoma OPP – Arrest made after disturbance at Community Centre

On February 4, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a disturbance that had taken place at a community centre on Ball Park Road in the community of Serpent River First Nation where two people had a verbal altercation. The conversation ended with one person threatening to use baseball bats the ...

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Nipigon OPP – counterfeit money being circulated in Nipigon

Members of the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have responded to several recent incidents involving counterfeit money being circulated in Nipigon. Retailers and members of the public accepting cash as payment are cautioned to ensure the currency they are accepting is not counterfeit. The following indicators have been observed on the counterfeit money that has been circulated ...

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SSM OPP – Batchawana Bay Dog Owner Charged

One person has been charged after their dogs injured a neighbour’s dog. On January 24, 2025, at approximately 10:38 a.m., the Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Provincial Police responded to an animal bite complaint on Corbeil Point Road in Batchawana Bay. Investigation determined the dog owner allowed their dogs to leave their property and enter a nearby property, where they attacked ...

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East Algoma OPP – Arrest made after Knife Call

Jan 28, 2025 at 14:19 On January 27, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person after a knife call in Blind River. At approximately 8:15 p.m. the complainant notified police regarding a youth pulling a knife on another youth at an outside hockey rink on Indiana Avenue.  Police later spoke to all involved and arrested one ...

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Marathon OPP – Parking Lot Donuts lead to Stunt Charges

Jan 27, 2025 at 14:22 On the 24th of January 2025, shortly after 12:00 p.m., officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Marathon Detachment were dispatched to a report of a motor vehicle doing donuts in a parking lot in the area of Jackson Crescent. Through the investigation, a 20-year-old male of Marathon, Ontario has been charged under the Highway ...

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Sault Ste. Marie OPP – Individual charged after disturbance

Jan 27, 2025 at 11:20 One individual is facing criminal charges after a domestic dispute north of the city. On January 18, 2025, shortly after 3:00 p.m., the Sault Ste. Marie Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a disturbance on Highway 17 in Goulais River. As a result of the investigation, a 34-year-old person from Goulais River ...

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East Algoma OPP – Individual charged with Mischief

On January 22, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person in relation to a mischief at an apartment on Axmith Avenue in Elliot Lake. On January 3, 2025, police were called to the apartment regarding a broken window at one of the apartment units. The complainant had video footage of the male responsible. Terence ELLIOTT, 35-years-old ...

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East Algoma OPP – Driver Charged after numerous traffic Complaints

On January 20, 2025, at approximately 5:15 p.m., the OPP were notified of the burgundy car with a black roof now travelling northbound on Highway 108 at a high rate of speed, passing unsafely, and driving erratically. Police intercepted the car and conducted a traffic stop near Mountain Road in Elliot Lake. While speaking to the driver, police also detected a ...

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A Good Idea is a Good Idea – No Matter Where it Comes From

You know, being a politician is kind of a funny thing. I am proud to say that I work hard to get out and meet people where they live and work year-round. As a result, I am often readily recognized. I’ve noticed that many people feel comfortable striking up an immediate conversation with me on the spot. Often, people are ...

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