Two speeders in excess of 50km/h over the limit charged
On April 16, 2016 at 2:10 a.m., the Guelph Police observed a 2006 Nissan travelling southbound on the Hanlon Parkway that appeared to be speeding. That motor vehicle turned right onto Downey Road towards the residential area followed by police. As it approached Laird Road, the officer obtained a radar reading of 127 km/h in the 70 km/h zone and a traffic stop was conducted
A 29-year-old Cambridge male is charged with speeding (127 km/h in a 70 km/h zone) and perform stunt – speeding by 50 or more km/h.
His driver’s license has been suspended for a period of 7 days and the motor vehicle operated at the time of the offence was seized for a 7 day period.
On April 16, 2016 at 11:42 p.m., the Guelph Police observed a 2014 Buick travelling at a high rate of speed eastbound on Woodlawn Road West. The officer turned around and followed the motor vehicle catching up to it as it entered the ramp to the southbound Hanlon Parkway. As the motor vehicle proceeded southbound from Woodlawn it rapidly accelerated and the officer obtained a radar reading of 133 km/h in the 70 km/h zone. A traffic stop was conducted just south of Willow Road.
A 22-year-old Waterloo female is charged with speeding (133 km/h in a 70 km/h zone) and perform stunt – speeding by 50 or more km/h.
Her driver’s license has been suspended for a period of 7 days and the motor vehicle operated at the time of the offence was seized for a 7 day period.
Both drivers are scheduled to appear in the Guelph Provincial Offences Court on June 1, 2016.
Break and enter
On April 16, 2016 at 10 p.m., the Guelph Police went to a building under construction at 125 Chancellors Way for the report that a male had entered the fenced in compound. Police located the male inside the fenced compound and he was arrested. A search subsequent to his arrest discovered stolen property from a nearby store and a small quantity of Crystal Methamphetamine.
Robert Sevigny, 51 years of Guelph has been charged with break and enter, possession of property obtained by crime and possession of a controlled substance. He will appear in court on April 18, 2016.
Break and enter
On April 16, 2016, the Guelph Police went to a Clairfields Drive east residence to investigate a break and enter. The culprit(s) entered the home sometime overnight or early morning. The barbeque outside was damaged and a theft is reported.
Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst A. Bell-Davies at 519-824-1212 at extension #7449. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.
A safe community starts with a safe home. Protect yourself and your family with these home safety tips from Guelph Police investigative support services. You can also check out recent break and enter locations by going to our crime mapping page.
Break and enter
On April 17, 2016 at 2:40 p.m., the Guelph Police went to a Dormie Lane residence to investigate a break and enter. The residents were in their back yard when a male entered their home. One of the residents heard their door shut and saw a male walking away from the home. A theft of jewellery is reported. The male is described as white, medium length dark brown hair and was wearing a dark jacket.
Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst T. Byard at 519-824-1212 at extension #7210. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.
A safe community starts with a safe home. Protect yourself and your family with these home safety tips from Guelph Police investigative support services. You can also check out recent break and enter locations by going to our crime mapping page.
Break and enter
On April 17, 2016, the Guelph Police went to a Valley Drive residence to investigate a break and enter. A recreational trailer parked in the driveway as well as the garage had been entered. A fridge, television and generator are reported stolen.
Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst M. Lalonde at 519-824-1212 at extension #7522. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.
A safe community starts with a safe home. Protect yourself and your family with these home safety tips from Guelph Police investigative support services. You can also check out recent break and enter locations by going to our crime mapping page.
Credit cards stolen from cars and used
On April 16, 2016, the Guelph Police began an investigation into theft from vehicles where the victim’s credit cards were being used. Investigation discovered that the stolen credit cards were used at four locations after the thefts. On April 17, police were able to identify and arrest the male that had used the cards.
A 39-year-old Guelph man has been charged with four counts of use stolen credit card, four counts of fraud, three counts of breach of probation and three counts of breach of recognizance. He has been held in custody pending a bail hearing on April 18, 2016.
Theft
On April 16, 2016 the Guelph Police arrested a male that was responsible for a theft from a store in the downtown area on April 15, 2016. A search subsequent to his arrest discovered a knife concealed in his sleeve.
Joey Stafford, 34 years of Guelph has been charged with carry a concealed weapon, theft under $5,000, two counts of breach of probation and two counts of breach of recognizance. He will appear in court on April 22, 2016.
Impaired driver
On April 16, 2016 at 12:15 a.m., the Guelph Police received the report of a possible impaired driver on Macdonell Street. Police located the vehicle and a traffic stop was conducted on Edinburgh Road South. Police spoke with the female driver and a demand was made for a roadside breath sample. She failed this test and was arrested.
Erika Lumsden, 43 years of Guelph has been charged with impaired driving and drive over 80 mg. She will appear in court on May 3, 2016.
Drive over 80 mg
On April 16, 2016 at 1:25 a.m., the Guelph Police conducted a traffic stop with a motor vehicle on Bristol Street. Police spoke with the male driver and a demand was made for a roadside breath sample. He failed this test and was arrested.
Jarrod Muma, 39 years of Guelph has been charged with drive over 80 mg. He will appear in court on May 27, 2016.
Theft from cars
Over the weekend the Guelph Police received nineteen reports from Guelph residents about thefts from their cars. The locations were 3 on Acker Street, 2 on Oakridge Crescent, 2 on Warren Street, Camm Crescent, Henderson Drive, 2 on Severn Drive, 2 on College Avenue, Bellevue Street, 2 on Maude Lane, Woodlawn Road East, Campbell Road and Philip Avenue.
This crime is easily avoided by locking your cars, keeping valuables out of sight or removed from your vehicle and parked in a well-lit and visible area where possible. If you do fall victim to this crime, please report using the Guelph Police CopLogic online reporting system. You can find this on the Guelph Police website under Online Reporting. You can also check out recent theft from car locations by going to our crime mapping page.
Road safety enforcement
April 16 in the area of Wellington Street West from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 15 tickets issued.
April 17 in the area of Wellington Street West from 6:50 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 2 tickets issued
April 17 in the area of Edinburgh Road South from 1:25 p.m. to 2:25 p.m. 2 tickets issued
Police incidents from April 16 to April 18 at 8 a.m.
The Guelph Police were involved in 426 incidents in this time frame. Incidents involve everything from traffic stops and accidental 911 calls to domestics and break and enters.
