Sarnia Police Services

Police Looking for Vehicle

ljones — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:29:06 +0000

In a bizarre twist the Sarnia Police Service is asking for assistance in locating the victim of a hit and run collision.

The collision took place at about 9:45 am on Tuesday June 18, 2013 at Murphy Rd and Wellington St. A blue Chev Impala driven by a young male collided with the rear end of what is believed to be a white pick-up truck. Only minor damage occurred, however the young male driving the Impala fled and became involved in a single vehicle collision at Lansdowne and Confederation St. causing more damage to the car he was driving.

At this point the young male driver had some explaining to do to the owner of the car, his mother. Police were called and are investigating. Traffic Branch would like to speak to the driver of the other vehicle involved. Anyone with information involving the initial collision is asked to contact Constable Mark Berger at 519-344-8861 ext. 6156.

Update: Money Returned

hemmons — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:11:37 +0000

On May 13, 2013, Sarnia Police reported that a 71 year old local senior found some cash on May 11 at a business on Exmouth Street. Since that time, the investigating officer has fielded numerous calls from people claiming that the money found was in fact theirs. The officer asked for specifics in relation to the found cash but no one was able to match any details. The victim of the lost cash was captured on video; however the identity of that individual remains a mystery.

Since the cash has been unclaimed for over 30 days, it was returned to the finder last evening.

Update: Two Remain on Fugitive Five

hemmons — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:01:07 +0000

Sarnia Police arrested 23 year old Carey Randall Joseph Jr. last night around 9:15 PM at a residence on Bright Street. Two people remain on the Fugitive Five list.

In regards to the shoplifters who produced a knife on June 14 on Exmouth Street, a warrant to arrest has been issued for 23 year old Mike Pelkie of Sarnia. He will face charges of Robbery, Assault Peace Officer and Assault with a Weapon. If you know where he is, please call the Sarnia Police at 519-344-8861 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Shoplifters Escape After Knife Produced

hemmons — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:06:54 +0000

Three males attended a store in the 800 block of Exmouth Street on June 14, 2013 around 6:30 PM. Two of the men entered the store; the third remained in the parking lot, waiting in a car. While the two men were in the store, they selected items from the shelf then went to the washroom area. The items were concealed in a back pack. The men left the store without paying for the items. In store security confronted the men outside in the parking lot.

The security officer identified himself and advised the men they were under arrest. One of the men tried to run away. The security officer grabbed hold of the man to detain him. The third man that was waiting in the car got out and approached the pair. He took a knife from his pocket and held it to his side. The store security officer saw the knife, feared for his safety and let go of the man he was holding. The two men who had originally been in the store, got into the vehicle and waited until the third male with the knife returned. They all left the parking lot in the vehicle and the police were called.

The suspect vehicle was located shortly after 7:15 PM the same night. Two of the men were arrested near College and Davis Streets. The third was not located and a warrant will be issued for his arrest.

Randy McCracken, age 25, of Corunna is charged with Theft, Possession of a Weapons Dangerous, Assault Peace Officer and Assault with a Weapon.

Lewis Giuseppe Rising, age 22, of Sarnia faces charges of Theft, Assault Peace Officer and Assault with a Weapon. They were held for bail hearings.

A warrant to arrest is being sought for the third man, a 23 year old, also from Sarnia. He will face charges of Theft, Assault Peace Officer and Assault with a Weapon.

16 Year Old Found in Stolen Car

hemmons — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:05:37 +0000

A 16 year old female from Petrolia was found fleeing from a stolen car when police attempted to stop it early Sunday morning. On June 16, just before 1 AM, police spotted a car at a high rate of speed near George and Mitton Streets. The vehicle was proceeding on George towards Brock Street. The police cruiser had activated its emergency equipment and as the officer approached the driver’s side, the vehicle fled again, squealing its tires and proceeded through the red light. The car turned northbound onto Vidal Street and pulled into a driveway in the 200 block.

The two occupants fled, attempting to climb a fence. The female passenger was not as quick as the driver and she was apprehended by the officer. She was belligerent and smelled of alcohol. The area was checked and the driver could not be located. The 16 year old female was transported to headquarters, and later released to a guardian on a Promise to Appear with conditions. A check on the car revealed it had been stolen earlier from a home in Petrolia. It was towed and will be processed by the Forensic Identification Branch. The female faces a charge of Possession of Stolen Property Over $5,000

Update: Fugitive Five now Fugitive Three

hemmons — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:04:09 +0000

Donald Kevin Chambers, age 30, was arrested on June 14, 2013 around 4:30 PM at a Colborne Road apartment building. He was held in custody for a bail hearing.

160 Calls for Service

hemmons — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:02:20 +0000

Sarnia Police responded to 160 calls for service since Friday June 14 at 5 PM. The calls included:

9 Disturb the Peace complaints

10 Domestic disturbances

9 Family Disputes

9 Liquor Licence Act complaints

11 Noise complaints

9 Trespass to Property/Unwanted person complaints

9 Trouble with Youth complaints

Murphy and Rosedale – The roadway is now open to traffic.

Staff Sergeant — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 20:53:50 +0000

June 14, 2013, 4:40 PM

In reference to the previously-reported collision at Murphy and Rosedale, police have re-opened the roadway, and it is now clear for all vehicles.

One party involved in the collision was transported to Bluewater Health by ambulance. Medical staff determined the injuries were minor, and the individual has since been released from the hospital.

Staff Sergeant Christopher Oram

D Platoon

Tel: 519-344-8861 Ext 5271

Email: coram@police.sarnia.on.ca

Motor Vehicle Collision Investigation in Progress at Murphy and Rosedale

Staff Sergeant — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:49:34 +0000

As of approximately 3:20 PM, Sarnia Police have been on scene at Murphy and Rosedale investigating a vehicle – bicycle collision. Ambulance and fire have also been involved. At this point, please be advised that police are blocking traffic on Murphy Rd. between Capri and a point north of Rosedale while the scene investigation is in progress. Motorists are urged to avoid this area by choosing an alternative route.

Updates to follow.

Staff Sergeant Christopher Oram

D Platoon

Tel: 519-344-8861 Ext 5271

Email: coram@police.sarnia.on.ca

Beware of Scam

hemmons — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:13:43 +0000

Sarnia Police received a complaint yesterday from someone indicating that people were duped by a scam on a popular website that posted ads for jobs. Someone representing themselves as an out-of-town realtor was looking for a driver for when the realtor came to town on business. The realtor was promising that his “sponsor” would send a cheque in advance to cover expenses but the person cashing the cheque would need to send a portion of the funds in return. There are other similar scams on various websites where the advertiser is offering to send a cheque but advising you must send part of it back to an address that is most often out of the city and even out of the country.

Please be very cautious when responding to any type of cheque cashing request on the internet. Do some back ground investigation on your own by searching sites and verifying any information. If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.

To report suspicious scams, please visit www.antifishing.org or www.antifraudcentre.ca