Road rage incident leads to dangerous driving charges
The Guelph Police are seeking witnesses to a series of incidents that resulted in two Guelph drivers facing criminal charges Saturday afternoon.
At approximately 4:15 p.m., the drivers of a red Dodge Ram pickup truck and a white Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck were westbound on Speedvale Avenue East from Metcalfe Street and became involved in a dispute while driving. The two drivers aggressively moved through traffic to position themselves in close proximity to each other and at one point one of the drivers threw a cup of coffee at the others' vehicle. The interaction concluded with the two pickup trucks involved in a collision just east of Woolwich Street.
There was minor damage and no injuries were reported.
The 27-year-old male driver of the Chevrolet Silverado and the 32-year-old male driver of the Dodge Ram are both charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and will appear in court in September. The two drivers are known to each other.
Anyone who witnessed the interaction between these two drivers or the collision between these two vehicles is asked to contact Cst. D. Mosey of the Traffic Division, 519-824-1212 ext. 7145.
Speed enforcement - Maltby Road
On Saturday July 16, 2016 between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Guelph Police conducted speed monitoring on Maltby Road West (between Gordon Street and Highway #6). This area is a two lane residential road with bicycle lanes that are frequently occupied by cyclists. The speed limit on Maltby Road West is posted as being 60 km/h. During this time frame five motorists were charged with speeding offences. Their speeds ranged from 33km/h to 48km/h over the posted speed limit.
A sixth motorist was charged with speeding and stunt driving at the same location.
At 11:42 a.m. a black Dodge Ram pickup truck travelling westbound on Maltby Road approached the radar setup location at a high rate of speed. That speed was recorded at 111 km/h in the 60 km/h zone.
The 26-year-old male driver from Guelph has been charged with Speeding as well as Perform stunt - Exceed speed limit by 50 or more km/h. He will be appearing in the Guelph Provincial Offences Court in September. In addition to the charge, his licence was suspended for a period of 7 days. His motor vehicle was seized for the same 7 day period.
Guelph Police will continue to monitor this location.
Fraud arrest
In May of 2015, the Guelph Police Fraud Unit began an investigation concerning the deposit of cheques into a business account. Investigation revealed that the accused presented cheques from one of his business accounts that had been closed for over 1.5 years to another business account. The cheques were returned to the bank because of this and the bank suffered a loss of over $11,000.
Tony Turchio, 48 years of Guelph has been charged with fraud over $5,000. He will appear in court on August 19, 2016.
Break and enter
On July 15, 2016, the Guelph Police went to a Gordon Street business to investigate a break and enter. The culprit(s) entered sometime overnight and stole approximately 32 aluminum rims and 6 car batteries.
Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst P. Hinchliffe at 519-824-1212 at extension #7408. 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 July 17, 2016, the Guelph Police went to a Woolwich Street church to investigate a break and enter. The culprit(s) entered sometime over the weekend. Damage was caused to doors and cabinetry.
Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst J. Graham at 519-824-1212 at extension #7441. 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.
Downtown arrest
On July 16, 2016 at 2:20 a.m., the Guelph Police were trying to deal with an intoxicated male downtown. A second male started to intervene with police and continued to get in the officers way. After several failed attempts by police to have this male back away from them, he was arrested.
Adham Emara, 20 years of Guelph has been charged with obstruct police. He will appear in court on August 30, 2016.
Impaired driver arrested
On July 16, 2016 at 7:38 p.m., the Guelph Police received a complaint about an aggressive driver in the area of Hanlon Expressway and Stone Road. Police located the car as it pulled into a parking lot on Imperial Road North. Police spoke with the male driver and a demand was made for a roadside breath sample. He failed this test and was arrested.
Luis Castillo, 30 years of Guelph has been charged with impaired driving and drive over 80 mg. He will appear in court on August 2, 2016.
ATV driver arrested for impaired driving
On July 16, 2016 at 8:12 p.m., the Guelph Police observed an ATV being operated under the Hydro lines between the Hanlon Expressway and 70 Silvercreek Parkway North. Police approached the driver in the parking lot of 70 Silvercreek Parkway. It was determined that he was intoxicated and he was arrested. Subsequent to his arrest a search discovered a small quantity of Cocaine.
Richard Piotto, 39 years of Guelph has been charged with impaired driving, drive over 80mg and possession of a controlled substance. He was also charged under the Highway Traffic Act with two counts of drive while under suspension. He will appear in court on July 29, 2016.
Shoplifters
On July 16, 2016 at 7:33 p.m., the Guelph Police went to the LCBO on Scottsdale for the report of two shoplifters. A male and female had entered the store, concealed three bottles of alcohol and left without paying. They then left the area in an older model Jeep Cherokee. Total value of the bottles stolen is approximately $355.
Suspects description:
1) White female, 5’4” tall, approx. 150 lbs., moderate build, mid-late 30’s, blonde shoulder length straight hair, wearing a white Nike bandana on top of head, purple sunglasses, grey tank top with a white tank top underneath, black leggings, carrying a black purse/shoulder bag, also wearing shower type sandals.
2) White male, short beard, long curly brown hair over the shoulders, wearing sunglasses, has a distinct tattoo sleeve on his right arm that goes down to his forearm, wearing a black t-shirt with a cross with a line depicted in the middle of is, wearing camouflage cargo shorts, thin build, approx. 5’8” tall, approx. 180 lbs., wearing black sock and tan skater shoes.
Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cst M. Braga at 519-824-1212 at extension #7144. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.
Speed enforcement on Stone Road
On July 16, 2016 between 7:30 a.m. and 8:15 a.m., 4 tickets issued.
On July 16, 2016 between 9:40 a.m. and 11:40 a.m., 12 tickets issued.
Police incidents from July 16 to July 18 at 8 a.m.
The Guelph Police were involved in 401 incidents in this time frame. Incidents involve everything from traffic stops and accidental 911 calls to domestics and break and enters.
