The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is asking the public for assistance in identifying a suspect and vehicle involved in a recent theft in Essex. 

On March 31, 2020, between 12:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m., surveillance footage captured a suspect removing a trailer from a commercial property in the 300 block of Talbot Street North. 

The trailer is described as black, 5 feet by 10 feet with a ramp style gate and aftermarket diamond plate installed on the sides.

The suspect vehicle appears to be an older model Ford Fusion or similar.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

With the current stay at home orders in place, Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers would like to remind the public to lock their vehicles, even in their driveways.

“In the last week we have seen a number of vehicles broken into, we have to remember to stay vigilant during these times. Criminals have more free time and will be looking for easy opportunities. Remember that Crime Stoppers is still here and ready to take your information anonymously 24/7,” advised Constable Tim Harrington, Windsor Police Service Coordinator for Crime Stoppers. “We want people to know that if they know something, they have an opportunity to saying something without fear of repercussions.”

In an effort to assist our police partners, Windsor and Essex County Crime Stoppers would like to remind you have calling in anonymous information is still available. Simply put, if you see something, say something.

Crime Stoppers is still offering cash rewards of up to $2,000 for information given. Last year alone, over $35,000 was approved in payouts.

Anyone who has information in Windsor and Essex County and wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477, or submit a tip online at www.catchcrooks.com.

On Friday March 13, 2020, at approximately 11:30 pm, Windsor Police patrol officers responded to the area of Tecumseh Road East and Howard Avenue for a report of an injured person.

Upon arrival, officers located a male youth with injuries who appeared to have been assaulted.  The youth was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.  

Through investigation, it is believed an assault against the youth occurred at a residence in the 2200 block of Howard Avenue.   

More than one suspect is believed to be involved in the assault of the youth.

The Major Crime Branch continues to investigate and is seeking any information in relation to this incident and the identities of the suspects.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Windsor Police at 519-255-6700 ext. 4830, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com

The Windsor Police Service Property Crimes Unit is looking for any information in relation to two residential break and enter incidents.

The first incident occurred on December 28, 2019, at approximately 7:30 pm in the 1000 block of Stoneybrook Crescent.

The second incident occurred on January 3, 2020, at approximately 6:30 pm in the 5700 block of Riverside Drive East.

Through investigation, a surveillance photo of the suspect has been obtained and it is believed the same person was involved in both incidents.

Several items were taken during both incidents.

The suspect is believed to be a male white, slim to medium build, wearing a grey hooded sweater, blue jeans, and a dark coloured "North Face" jacket.

The Property Crimes Unit continues to investigate these incidents and are looking for any information that may help identify the suspect.  We would also like to remind the public to always report any suspicious behaviour to police.  It is believed this suspect may have been in the area of one incident for approximately 30 minutes prior to breaking into the residence.   

Anyone with information is asked to contact Windsor Police Service at 519-255-6700 ext. 4350, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com

On Saturday March 7, 2020 at approximately 2:45 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Service (EMS) and Tecumseh Fire Rescue Service responded to a two motor vehicle injury collision on Highway 3 in Tecumseh.

The collision occurred in the westbound lanes of Highway 3 west of County Road 11 (Walker Road).  A black four door vehicle with a driver and one passenger stopped in a live traffic lane for an unknown reason. 

Approximately 10 minutes later, a minivan, maroon in colour with a driver and 6 passengers struck the rear of the stopped vehicle at a high rate of speed. 

The collision resulted in multiple injuries ranging from minor to non-life threatening.

Prior to the collision, another motor vehicle stopped next to the black vehicle and appeared to have a brief conversation with the driver before driving off. 

The OPP wish to speak with the driver of that vehicle to determine if they can provide details to assist with the investigation.

Anyone that may have any information that will assist with this investigation is asked to contact the OPP at 519-723-2491. 

Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating the theft of a backhoe from a jobsite in Leamington that was later used in a break-in to a fenced compound in Lakeshore where a large spool of wire was stolen.

Sometime overnight March 7th to March 8th, a 2003 John Deere 310SG backhoe was removed by an unknown suspect(s) from a jobsite on Mersea Road 6.

On March 9, 2020 at approximately 4:30 a.m., the same backhoe was used in a break-in to a fenced compound on Lakeshore Road 125.

Surveillance video captured an individual using the backhoe to pull a large spool of wire cable through the fence and then remove it from the scene.

A photo of the suspect inside the fenced compound and a photo of the stolen backhoe are attached.

The OPP requests that anyone having knowledge of these crimes, contact the Essex County Major Crime Unit at 519-723-2491.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000

Windsor Police is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted for Break and Enter and Theft.

On Thursday, February 13, 2020 Windsor Police Service officers responded to a break in at a residence located in the 800 block of Campbell Avenue

During the daytime hours, the suspect entered the residence, proceeded to steal a quantity of electronics, and then fled the scene on foot.

The suspect is described as a male white, medium build, wearing a black jacket, pants and toque. He was also wearing orange Asics running shoes with white trim.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Windsor Police Service at 519-255-6700 ext. 4350, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com

On Thursday February 13, 2020 at 5:30 pm patrol officers responded to a report of a robbery just occurred at a pharmacy located in the 5000 block of Wyandotte Street East.

Investigation revealed that a lone suspect entered the pharmacy, brandished a knife and demanded staff place drugs from the pharmacy into a black duffle bag.

The Major Crime Branch continues to investigate this robbery

Through investigation, surveillance photos of the suspect have been obtained.

The suspect is described as a male white with a deep voice, approximately 5'6, approximately 130-140, slender build, wearing a dark coloured jacket, dark pants, dark toque with hoodie pulled up, dark sunglasses, dark gloves, and a dark bandanna covering his face.

The weapon used was not recovered. The suspect is to be considered ARMED and DANGEROUS. Do NOT approach.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Windsor Police at 519-255-6700 ext. 4830 Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com

On Tuesday February 11, 2020, at approximately 11:25 am, patrol officers responded to the 2900 block of Dougall Avenue in relation to an armed robbery that had just occurred at a pharmacy. 

Through investigation, it was learned that two male suspects arrived at the pharmacy on foot, entered the business and demanded prescription medication and money. One of the suspects was in possession of a black handgun at the time of the robbery.

A quantity of prescription narcotics and Canadian currency was taken during the incident.

The suspects fled the area on foot at approximately 11:28 am, last seen westbound on Dougall Avenue prior to police arrival.

Suspect #1 is described as a male white, 5'6 - 5'8, medium build, wearing a black sweatshirt, grey gloves, grey mask with a white design on the mask, blue jeans, a white strap hanging out of a back pocket, white shoes with a black stripe on the heel.  This suspect was armed with a black handgun.

Suspect #2 is described as a male white, 5'6 - 5'8, medium build, wearing a black sweatshirt with "NBA" on the back neck area, a black mask with a white logo, white t-shirt under the sweater, dark pants, and black
shoes. 

The Windsor Police Service Major Crime Branch is actively investigating the robbery.  They are looking for
any information in relation to the incident and seeking the public's assistance in helping to identify the suspects.

The suspects are considered to be ARMED & DANGEROUS. The public in reminded to never approach a suspect and to call 911 immediately.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Windsor Police at 519-255-6700 ext. 4830, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com

Suspect # 1

Suspect # 2

Suspect #2 - From Behind - NBA letters on back of coat