This week in police news…

July 18, 2013 · 0 Comments

Shelburne Police Service responded to 82 calls for service between July 7th and July 14th.

Shelburne Man Charged With Impaired Driving While His Licence Was Under Suspension:

During the afternoon on Monday July 8th Shelburne Police investigated as a result of a tip from a member of the public about a possible impaired driver. As a result of the investigation 53 year old Peter Smith of Shelburne was arrested and charged with Impaired Operation and Over 80. At the time of this incident Mr. Smith’s driver’s licence was under suspension, which resulted in an additional highway traffic act charge of driving while under suspension. Smith was held in custody awaiting a bail hearing.

Shelburne man arrested and charged for bail violations and probation breach:

A 45 Year Shelburne resident was arrested, charged and held for a bail hearing following an investigation on Thursday July 11th. The accused is on bail conditions in regards to recent domestic assault charges and a probation order in relation to a recent impaired driving conviction. The accused was charged with one count each: Breach of Probation and Fail to Comply Recognizance. The name of the accused is being withheld for the safety of the victim.

Break and enter at home on Simon Street, investigation continues:

A lower level dwelling unit 588 Simon Street was broken into during the evening hours on Friday July 12th. The suspect(s) gained access by forcing their entry and made off with a significant value in items while the residents were out. If anyone has any information in regards to this incident please call Shelburne Police at 519-925-3312 or leave an anonymous tip through crimestoppers.

Drugs seized during R.I.D.E. Program – charges laid:

Shelburne Police was conducting a R.I.D.E. program when a car going through the check stop caught the officers attention. The investigation led to the arrest of 29 year old Zachary Luker of Mississauga for possession of a controlled substance under the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act. A quantity of marijuana was seized. Luker was charged with drug possession and released with a court date in August.

Crime Stoppers information night:

Crime Stoppers, together with Shelburne Police Service, Orangeville Police Service and Dufferin OPP invites you to a FREE Information Night and Volunteer Drive on Wednesday September 18th, from 7 – 9 p.m. at the Orangeville Public Library, 1 Mill Street, 519941-0610.

Guest speakers from Crime Stoppers, the Ontario Provincial Police and the Crown Attorney’s Office will talk about the importance of the Crime Stoppers program and how it works.

Looking for volunteer work? The Dufferin Crime Stoppers committee is looking for help!