Drug enforcement unit arrests two
On March 9, 2016 the Guelph Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit was conducting a crack-cocaine trafficking investigation at a Metcalfe Street residence. As a result of this investigation two males were arrested. A small quantity of crack-cocaine and marihuana was seized.
A 25-year-old Brampton male has been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking a controlled substance and two counts of possession of a controlled substance. He was also charged under the Highway Traffic Act with driving while under suspension. He has been held in custody pending a bail hearing on March 10, 2016. This male is not named in this release due to the fact he is still in police custody.
Andre Jacque, 25 years of Brampton has been charged with possession of a controlled substance. He will appear in court on April 26, 2016.
Break and enter
On March 9, 2016, the Guelph Police went to two Regal Road businesses to investigate break and enters. The culprit(s) entered a fenced compound in one incident, stealing copper wire and aluminum. At the other business, the culprit(s) broke through their gate and went to the back of the building and entered several transport trailers. No theft is reported in this incident.
Anyone who may have information about these incidents is asked to contact Guelph Police at 519-824-1212 at extension #7241. 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 March 9, 2016, the Guelph Police went to a Neeve Street apartment to investigate break and enters. On March 3rd and again on March 9th, the front secured doors were bypassed and two males entered. In the first incident, the entry led to a theft from the underground parking area and it occurred at 5:11 a.m. The March 9 incident occurred at 3:11 a.m., the males took items from a fridge in the lounge. Video surveillance provided a description:
Suspect 1: Male, white, 20-30 years old, short dark hair, receding at the sides, wearing black Adidas type runners, and black jacket.
Suspect 2: Male, white, 20-30 years old, wearing a marihuana print jacket, black cap with white writing, and white sunglasses.
Anyone who may have information about these incidents 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.
Property damage
On March 9, 2016 at 10:19 p.m., the Guelph Police went to a business located in the plaza at 220 Victoria Road South for the report that a large front window had been smashed. A witness had heard the noise and observed a male standing near the window. He is described as about 6’ tall wearing a hoodie and jeans. The male left the area shortly after.
Anyone who may have information about these incidents is asked to contact Cst. S. Srigley at 519-824-1212 at extension #7298. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.
Property damage - arrest
On March 10, 2016 at 12:15 a.m., the Guelph Police were patrolling on Woodlawn Road near Woolwich Street when they heard the sound of glass breaking. A shopping cart had been pushed through the glass of the bus shelter and police observed a male running from the area. The man was arrested without incident.
Steven Whitmell, 32 years of Guelph has been charged with mischief under $5,000. He will appear in court on April 22, 2016.
Theft from cars
On March 9, 2016 the Guelph Police received two reports from Guelph residents about thefts from their cars. The locations were Wyndham Street South and Brockville 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.
Police incidents from the last 24 hours
The Guelph Police were involved in 191 incidents in this time frame. Incidents involve everything from traffic stops and accidental 911 calls to domestics and break and enters.
