Sometime between 5:00 p.m. on June 7th and 7:00 a.m. on June 8th, suspects attended a property in the 1200 block of County Road 18 East, and entered a dwelling for the purpose of stealing property in excess of $16,000.00.

Also, sometime between 7:30 p.m. on June 8th and 9:00 a.m. on June 9th, suspects attended a property in the 1700 block of Kratz Side Road. Once again the dwelling at this location was entered into and several items were stolen with a value of around $ 1,700.00.

These two incidents are believed to be done by the same suspects. Several items were taken, more particularly construction tools, computer equipment, etc.

Please see the photos below in relation to some of the tools taken.

If you have information concerning the above two crimes, please contact the Kingsville OPP, or if you wish to remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or contact us online at www.catchcrooks.com.

On Saturday June 13th, at approximately 5:30 am, shots were fired at a residence in the 1600 block of Everts Avenue.

Several occupants were inside the residence at the time of the incident however, no injuries were reported.

Two suspects, wearing black hooded sweaters, black pants, and white running shoes, were seen fleeing the area on foot after the shots were fired.  They were last seen running southbound on Everts Avenue and then westbound onto Totten Street. 

Anyone living in the area who may have video surveillance is encouraged to review their footage and contact police with any information. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com

On Sunday May 24, 2020, at approximately 11:50 pm, patrol officers responded to a business located in the 300 block of Sandwich Street South in the Town of Amherstburg for a report of a fire.

(See link to prior News Release)

https://www.police.windsor.on.ca/newsroom/news-update/may/Pages/May-26-2020-Update-1.aspx

UPDATE:

The Windsor Police Service Arson Unit continues to actively investigate this case and are seeking any information in relation to the incident.

Through investigation, video surveillance was obtained and can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/y6z0d7IqBcQ

We would also ask the public to please review the below still photos of the suspects and suspect vehicle, described as a dark coloured sedan.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Windsor Police at 519-255-6700 ext. 4330, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com

On June 1st, 2020, Essex County OPP were dispatched to a theft at a convenience store at around 1:45 a.m.

The Tecumseh OPP are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the male party responsible for the theft. Please see the photo below of this suspect. If you can identify him, know of his location or any other relevant information to assist police in their investigation, please contact Tecumseh OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or go to our website at www.catchcrooks.com.

On Thursday May 28, 2020, at approximately 11:50 pm, patrol officers responded to a report of an assault that had just occurred in the area of Riverside Drive West and California Avenue.

An adult female victim reported she was walking alone along the riverfront near Patricia Avenue and was attacked from behind with no warning, causing her to fall to the ground. During the assault the victim was bit.

The victim received minor injuries and did not require medical attention. 

The victim was able to scream for assistance and the suspect fled the area.  The suspect was last seen running up the hill from the riverfront towards Patricia Avenue.

The suspect is described as a male black, 25-30 years old, wearing a black hooded sweater, loose black pants and a black baseball hat.  The suspect was also described as running very fast away from the scene.

The Major Crime Branch is actively investigating this incident and believes this to be a random incident where the victim and suspect were not known to each other. 

Anyone living in the area who may have video surveillance equipment is asked to check their footage for any suspects that may match the description.  Also, anyone who may have been driving in the area and captured footage that matches the suspect description on a dash cam are encouraged to contact police. 

The incident occurred just prior to midnight, however as the suspect was believed to be on foot, he may have been walking in the area prior to and after the incident.  

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 Saturday May 25, 2019 at approximately 7:30 pm patrol officers responded to an apartment residence located in the 500 block of Wellington Avenue for a report of a deceased female.

(See link to prior News Release)

https://www.police.windsor.on.ca/newsroom/news-update/june/Pages/June-3-2019-Update-1.aspx 

UPDATE:

May 25, 2020 marks the one year anniversary of the murder of Gerardine Butterfield, who was 63 years old at the time of the homicide.

Gerardine was located deceased on May 25th, 2019.  Through investigation, it is believed she was killed several days prior to being located.

Gerardine lived alone and only allowed very few immediate family members to visit her.  It would be very unusual for her to let anyone else into her apartment.  She lived a very quiet life and would only leave the apartment with family. 

Any persons seen with Gerardine, attempting to contact Gerardine at her apartment or leaving her apartment around the time of the homicide, outside of regular family visitors, would be considered suspicious persons/activity.  Anyone who may have seen any such activity around the time of the homicide is requested to contact police. 

The Major Crime Branch continues to actively investigate the homicide and a person of interest has been identified. However, investigators would like to hear from any witnesses or anyone who may have further information. 

We would like to remind the public that although at times people may not think something they saw or heard would be significant to an investigation, it may be the one piece of information police are seeking.

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

Picture of Gerardine Butterfield

Male Suspect

The Windsor Police Service Major Crime Branch is investigating a robbery and seeking the identity of the wanted suspect.

On Thursday May 21, 2020 at approximately 11:00 AM the suspect attended a business located in the 2400 block of Dougall Avenue. The suspect elected some merchandise from the business, concealed the product, and then attempted to exit the store without paying for the items.

When approached by an employee, the suspect brandished what was believed to be a knife and threaten to harm the employee if he was to approach.

The suspect then left the scene on foot.

No injuries were reported.

The suspect (pictured below) is described as:

• Male white

• Approximately 40 years of age

• Medium build

• Wearing a dark grey top, baseball hat, sunglasses and dark baggy pants

Investigators are requesting the public review the surveillance photograph of the suspect as officers are seeking his identity.

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

The Windsor Police Service Major Crime Branch is actively investigating a convenience store robbery.

On Thursday May 21, 2020 at approximately 3:20 AM patrol officers responded to a convenience store located in the 300 block of Mill Street for a report of a robbery just occurred.

Investigation revealed that a suspect entered the store while brandishing a knife.

An employee in the store distanced them self from the suspect.

It is believed the suspect proceeded to steal a quantity of items from the store and then fled the scene on foot.

The suspect (pictured below) is described as:

• Male white - approximately 35-40 years

• Tall build

• Wearing a unique (mostly green) single piece suit and a black mask covering the below portion of his face

• There were no injuries reported during this incident.

  The knife has not been recovered. 

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

On Tuesday May 12, 2020, a homicide investigation was launched after an adult male was located deceased in the area of University Avenue East and City Hall Square East. 

At approximately 8:20 pm, patrol officers responded to the 900 block of Josephine Avenue in relation to a motor vehicle collision.  The collision involved a red Dodge Magnum, a gray Volkswagen and two parked vehicles. Following the collision, several parties attended the area and began arguing.  The group later dispersed.

Approximately an hour later at 9:20 pm, patrol officers responded to the 400 block of McDougall Street for a trouble unknown call believed to be related to the collision.  While officers were en route to the area, it was reported that persons were fighting and an adult male had been stabbed. 

Officers arrived and located an adult male who appeared to have been stabbed.  The male was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. 

During the investigation, officers located a second adult male who was deceased in the 400 block of City Hall Square East.  Officers observed the male to have obvious signs of injuries and a homicide investigation was launched.

The Major Crime Branch continues to investigate and believe the collision, stabbing and homicide may be related.

Anyone who may have witnessed any altercations or suspicious behavior in the area of the collision, stabbing or homicide scene, are asked to contact police. 

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