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"He faces multiple charges in Winnipeg, including one robbery charge and 12 break-and-enter offences. He is also the subject of a recent arrest warrant in Edmonton for firearm-related offences."

"Once inside police say they found $4,700 in cash, methamphetamine, as well as drug packaging materials and scales. They say a further search found a 12-gauge shotgun hidden under a bed along with a number of shotgun shells."

Further investigation led police to find and seize quantities of fentanyl, cocaine, and crack cocaine, as well as about $21,000 in cash and items consistent with drug trafficking, police said. Police said the potential street value of the drugs is $88,000!

Victoria police dog Zender was called into action Monday afternoon, after a tazer and pepper spray proved ineffective in taking down a suspect. "There, police say the man refused to be taken into custody. Officers attempted to use a tazer and pepper spray to apprehend the suspect, but they proved ineffective. A K9 team, including police dog Zender, was then called to the scene and assisted in taking the man into custody."

The Montreal police released a statement late Tuesday night that Sara Khettab has been found safe and sound.

"A media release from police said the raids netted about 650 grams of crack and powder cocaine, 62 grams of fentanyl, and 10 grams of an unknown powder. Officers also seized $14,500 in currency, multiple cellphones, digital scales and other evidence of drug trafficking."

Great work by the Ontario Provincial Police the Port Hope Police Service! Thank you, Officers, for keeping these harmful drugs off our streets.

Three suspects are now in custody thanks to the help of a K9 unit in Winnipeg!

A wanted man with a Canada-wide warrant has been apprehended thanks to a quick thinking store employee! The Calgary Police were called and the suspect was taken into custody. "Staff Sgt. Jim Shaw says police are thankful the store employee was able to recognize the suspect.... "This is a great example of our community working together," he said. "This individual was carrying a loaded weapon in a public space, which created a significant risk to public safety." Vincent Joseph Walker, 31, of Calgary, has been charged with 13 offences."

"A 10-month investigation into high-level drug trafficking in Windsor resulted in police seizing cocaine, opioids, and multiple dangerous firearms. Windsor police announced on Thursday that charges have been laid against seven people as a result of an operation conducted jointly with the Canada Border Services Agency. Police estimate that the total street value of all the seized drugs exceeds $995,000."

Colleagues of ours with the London Police Association are auctioning the artwork below to help benefit Calgary's "Beyond the Blue, an organization which serves the spouses, common law partners & family members of Calgary police officers. They strive to promote an awareness of our officer's worth as well as an understanding of the joys and struggles that are uniquely experienced in life in law enforcement. All details are below, but for any additional information, don't hesitate to contact V-EH Veterans and Everyday Heroes.

"There was a heavier police presence in Regina than usual Thursday because of an investigation involving an illegal gun manufacturing operation that led to several arrests, police say. The Regina integrated crime reduction team which includes members from the Regina Police Service and the RCMP and focuses on guns, gangs, drugs and property crimes executed a number of search warrants in Regina and parts of rural Saskatchewan Thursday morning."

"Police have seized $30 million worth of drugs as part of a major operation that stretched from Victoria to the Lower Mainland. Highly concentrated amounts of the opioid fentanyl were among the drugs seized, along with 20 firearms many of them with their serial numbers removed and 1,000 rounds of ammunition. Seven pistols with silencers were also found."

"A 25-year-old woman could be heard yelling for help and smoke was seen coming from the front window of an apartment as officers arrived, police said. "Once inside officers could hear the woman screaming from inside of a room that had been barricaded from the outside, preventing her from being able to get out," Greater Sudbury Police Service said in a news release. "The officers entered the room, located the woman and escorted her out of the building to safety.""

Great work by the Belleville Police Service and the Ontario Provincial Police! "A joint police drug investigation and traffic stop Wednesday has netted authorities a substantive seizure of illicit drugs leading to criminal charges laid against three Toronto men, a Cornwall-area man and a Belleville woman. Police said they seized 13.9 grams of crystal methamphetamine with a street value approximately $1,500.... A further 192 grams of cocaine were found valued on the street at $25,000. Officers seized $1,750 in currency and discovered 14.5 grams of Fentanyl with an estimated street value of $2,800, police said."

"Hundreds of people lined Memorial Drive on Tuesday to pay tribute to a fallen Calgary police officer killed in the line of duty. As the police procession travelled through Calgary, dozens and dozens of officers could be seen standing in their uniforms along the route, next to members of the public who gathered alongside them."

"In October, seven-year-old Skyler from Bradford had his new electric scooter stolen after taking it to a local park. The little boy, who has autism spectrum disorder, was crushed. His parents and neighbours did all they could to help locate the scooter, including putting up posters around the community. But just before Christmas, South Simcoe police officers decided to play the role of Santa and came together to gift the little boy his own ride-on police car. Police Consta...bles Raymond and Carrique had the pleasure of making the delivery to Skyler, who was over the moon with his new toy. "I really wanted to thank you for the love and dedication you give to our community," [Skyler's mother],Talya said about the service. "They're unbelievable.""

A very good read from the daughter of an Ontario Provincial Police Association member about the impact a family feels when a loved one is a police officer from the perspective of a young daughter: "I usually don’t even realize I’m worrying until he gets home and hugs me" "To you, he may be just another ‘cop’but to me, he is my dad, he is my keeper, he is my world"

A reminder that our officers sometimes deal with deeply traumatic events and scenes. Your continued support is felt and deeply appreciated.

It was a ruff day for a wanted man in Nanaimo! It did not take long for Luca to subdue the man after he attempted to flee from officers

I just started waving trying to get the officer’s attention, he said. The officers were quick to realize McElmon was choking and one of them immediately performed the Heimlich manoeuvre on him, McElmon said. They were able to save me and get me breathing properly by the time paramedics arrived on site, he said.... McElmon added: Today I have a feeling of thankfulness and joy. If it wasn’t for that quick-thinking officer, I might not be here today.

"The Calgary police officer killed in the line of duty leaves behind his wife, Chelsea, who is pregnant with the couple's first child. In Calgary and beyond, blue ribbons dot mailboxes and trees on residential streets and porches glow blue for the fallen officer. A day after Calgary police Chief Mark Neufeld fought back tears at a press conference he described as one he'd had nightmares about, Calgary's top cop thanked the public for the "outpouring of community support."... "It means the world to our officers to see these displays while they continue in their duties during this difficult time," said Neufeld."

On the 2nd anniversary of Ryan Michael Nehiley's murder, police in Halifax are asking the public to please come forward if they have any relevant information. "Anyone with information is asked to call police at 902-490-5016 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers."

"TORONTO -- Peel police said a man who was barricaded inside a Mississauga home has been taken into custody, ending a nearly 13-hour long negotiation. Police said a 27-year-old man has barricaded inside the home with a knife and has threatened to harm himself. Just before 5:30 p.m., police said crisis negotiators continue to communicate with the man to facilitate a peaceful surrender."

A really positive update on Const. Chris Dobbs. He will back in his hometown in time for Christmas! "Dobbs, a five year veteran of the OPP, was critically injured Nov. 26 when the driver of a car was trying to elude police, hit his cruiser and thrust it into the officer as he worked on measures trying to end the chase."

A wonderful end to an emergency in Toronto: "It began with a 911 call at around 8:30 a.m. on Nov. 18, after a family in a car at University Ave. and Wellington St. noticed their four-month-old boy had turned blue and was not breathing." Const. Yeung performed CPR on the four-month-old and saved the boy's life.... "Just in his first year on the job, this was not the first time Yeung had lept into action in a bid to save someone’s life. In August, he dove into Lake Ontario and swam out to help a drowning woman at Harbourfront."

We couldn't agree more with our friends from the London Police Association: Instead of demanding that municipalities defund the police, all citizens should be demanding the federal and provincial governments properly fund and structure our health-care system"

An improvised explosive was found in downtown Regina. A 31-year-old man was caught and charged by police. "The suspect, Lyndon Adrian Chamberlin, was then found and arrested without incident.... Chamberlin is facing numerous charges, including making or possessing an explosive substance, unlawful possession of explosives and possession of a weapon for a purpose dangerous to the public peace."

Spectacular news out of Peel Region: 'During the search warrants, investigators said they seized 34 firearms, some of which were fully modified to become automatic high capacity weapons, nearly $1.4 million in Canadian cash, and more than $1.9 million of illegal street drugs, including 1.4 kg of fentanyl, 13.7 kg of cocaine, 1.2 kg of crack, 187 kg of marijuana, and other illegal substances. ... [] the police chief called this investigation unprecedented in terms of resolving multiple murders, the arrest of high-risk individuals and the number of seizures. Job very well done, officers. Your determination and persistence has made our streets much safer today.

An update to a ongoing investigation in Kitchener, Ontario.

Heartbreaking news from the Ontario Provincial Police Association today. We send our most sincere prayers and thoughts to all those family, friends, and colleagues who are mourning the tragic loss of Constable Marc Hovingh today.

Terrific news out of OPP East Region: Over 300 meth pills and illicit cannabis were seized in a big bust. Job well done!

This is good to hear. Distracted driving, dangerous driving, and stunt driving have all been on the rise. It is encouraging to see Toronto Police tackling these infractions head-on.

Jashyne Ceballo, 15 years old, is missing. Please share his image.

We hope there will come a day when these checks, stops, and charges are no longer necessary. It’s so simple. If you’re drinking do not drive.

Congratulations, Ontario Provincial Police Association.

That must be one thankful beaver! "Const. Chris Martin said he and his partner received a call around 11 a.m. Sunday that a beaver was stuck inside a storm drain near Harvie Passage." It took a team effort but in the end the beaver swam happily down the river.

Excellent news out of Calgary! ‘Five people from Calgary have been charged with drug-trafficking offences after a seven-month-long investigation led officers to seize nearly $6 million worth of drugs and cash.’ Another instance of the patience and professionalism of Canadian police personnel.

A familiar scene playing out again this time in Kingston. A routine traffic stop leads to an important seizure of weapons. Thank you, officers. We know that you face unexpected challenges from even the most benign operations.

A routine traffic stop can prove to be an invaluable preventative measure. Thank you, officers. https://twitter.com/OPPCommissi/status/1313815010599153666

Occasionally it’s important to remind folks that it’s best to keep imitation firearms out of sight when transporting them. Occurrences like these can lead to dangerous misunderstandings, sometimes fatal ones. As the old adage goes, ‘Better safe than sorry’.

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Once again, Canadian police execute their duty professionally and promptly, without incident. Our policing apparatus allows us to track and pursue suspects across the nation, and thankfully, these incidents are resolved quickly. Job well done, officers.

Excellent work as always, Toronto Police. Seizures like these are vital in battling gun violence in the city. This represents one less opportunity for something heinous to occur.