On November 7th, 2020 at around 5:15 p.m., a male suspect entered a local business in the Town of Essex on Talbot Road, and stole a milwaukee chainsaw and pruning saw.

The male suspect is described as a white male, slim build, white shoes, jeans and black t-shirt, with a black ball cap. The vehicle involved is a 2003 silver Jeep Liberty. Please see the photos below of the suspect and the vehicle used.

If you are able to identify the male party/parties involved in this theft, or know of his/their whereabouts, please contact Essex OPP. If you wish to remain anonymous, please call Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or report online at www.catchcrooks.com.

On Sunday November 1, 2020, at approximately 1:45 am, Windsor Police patrol officers responded to the 500 block of Glengarry Avenue for a report of a sexual assault.

It was reported that an adult female had been walking in the 500 block of Glengarry Avenue where the suspect, who had been hidden out of sight, physically took control of the victim and sexually assaulted her.

The victim was transported to hospital for assessment.

The suspect is described as a male white, mid-thirties, approximately 6'0" and was wearing a light blue sweater.

The Forensic Identification Unit attended and processed the scene.

Through investigation, it is believed there was vehicular and pedestrian traffic in the area before, during, and after the incident. Anyone who may have been driving in the area around the time of the incident is requested to check dashcam footage for possible evidence. Investigators are also asking residents and businesses in the area to also check surveillance footage.

The Major Crime Branch continues to actively investigate and is seeking any anyone with information 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

Major Crime Branch Investigating Multiple Shots Fired Incidents

The Major Crime Branch is actively investigating several recent shots fired incidents. As part of the investigation, detectives are examining all cases in an effort to determine if any or all of the incidents may be related.

CASE 20-96468

On Saturday, October 24, 2020, at approximately 2:15 am, patrol officers responded to the area of Walker Road and Parkdale Place for a report of shots fired in the area. Multiple callers reported hearing gunfire.

Through investigation, officers attended the 2900 block of Walker Road and located damage to a residence, consistent with shots being fired.

No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.

The area was contained and members of the Forensic Identification Unit attended to process the scene.

CASE 20-96786

On Sunday October 25, 2020, at approximately 7:45 am, patrol officers responded to the 1600 block of Factoria Road for a report of damage to a residence, possibly from an attempt break and enter.

Officers arrived and upon further investigation, the damage was believed to be consistent with shots being fired. A search of the area revealed further property damage from gunshots.

Through investigation, it was reported that at approximately 12:30 am, gunfire was heard in the area, however no reports were made at that time.

No injuries were reported as a result of this incident.

The area was contained and members of the Forensic Unit attended and processed the scene.

A vehicle believed to be related to the incident was located in the area and seized as evidence.

CASE 20-96761

On Sunday, October 25, 2020, at approximately 1:45 am, patrol officers responded to the area of Wyandotte Street East and Gladstone Avenue for a report of shots fired.

Officers located a residence in the 1400 block of Wyandotte Street East with damage from the gunshots.

No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.

The area was contained and members of the Forensic Unit attended and processed the scene.

The Major Crime Branch is actively investigating all of the above reported incidents and are seeking any information in relation to all cases.

Anyone in these neighbourhoods with surveillance cameras are asked to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area, prior to, or after the incidents. Also, anyone driving in the area at the approximate time of the incidents with dash cam video is requested to review their footage and report any findings to police.

Any suspects believed to be involved with these incidents are to be considered ARMED & DANGEROUS.

We would like to remind the public to report any suspicious behaviour of persons/vehicles immediately to 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

On Monday October 19, 2020, at approximately 9:00 pm, patrol officers attended the area of Totten Street and Curry Avenue for a report of multiple shots fired in the area.

Through investigation, officers attended the 1700 block of McKay Avenue and located a residence with damage from bullet holes. Several shell casings were subsequently located in the area.

No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.

The Forensic Identification Unit attended and processed the scene.

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

No firearm has been recovered.

Anyone in the neighborhood with surveillance cameras are asked to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area prior to or after the incident. Also, anyone driving in the area at the approximate time of the incident with dash cam video is also requested to review their footage.   

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 Major Crime Branch continues to actively investigate the 2018 murder of Jerome Allen.

It has been two years now since the disappearance of Jerome Allen. The Windsor Police Service is convinced that this matter remains a homicide investigation.

Recently the Windsor Police Services Board approved the doubling of the reward offered in this active investigation.

A $10,000 reward is now in effect for any information that leads to the arrest and prosecution of the parties responsible for the murder of Jerome Allen.

Our community - and the family of Jerome Allen - deserve to know what happened to him.

Somebody knows something!

Video Plea:

Family of Jerome Allen participated in the below linked Windsor Police Service video with a plea for information to help solve this case.

Please take the time to view the video at: https://youtu.be/zm7PyimI0tI

Case Information:

• Homicide victim identified as Jerome Allen (born March 14, 1989) - height 6'4", weight 179 lbs

• Had been living in the Windsor area at the time of his disappearance

• Jerome Allen was known to have ties to the Windsor Area and the Greater Toronto Area

• Jerome Allen was last seen in the early morning hours of October 20, 2018 in the west-side of Windsor

• A search warrant was executed at a residence located in the 3400 block of Cross Street in relation to the investigation

• His body has not yet been recovered

 Somebody has information as to what happened to Jerome Allen. Somebody knows where his body is located - and somebody knows who is responsible.

Please reach out to police directly or make use of avenues available to remain anonymous. His family, his friends, our communities deserve answers. 

 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 Sunday October 11, 2020, at approximately 4:20 am, patrol officers attended a convenience store in the 4600 block of Seminole Street for a robbery that had just occurred.

It was reported that a male entered the store and brandished a firearm, demanding money. A quantity of currency and other items were taken by the suspect who then fled westbound on Seminole Street on a bicycle.

The suspect is described as a male white, approximately 30 years, wearing a dark sweater, dark pants and a bandana over his face. He was in possession of what was described as a black pistol, a black and red duffle bag and a backpack with a black and white patterned top and solid light blue bottom.

No firearm has been recovered. The suspect is to be considered ARMED and DANGEROUS. Do not approach the suspect and call 9-1-1 if seen.

The Major Crime Branch continues to investigate this case.

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

On Monday October 5, 2020, at approximately 10:45 am, patrol officers responded to a pharmacy in the 1700 block of Wyandotte Street East for a report of a robbery in progress.

It was reported a male suspect entered the pharmacy with a firearm demanding prescription drugs. The suspect also assaulted two employees during the incident, both receiving non-life-threatening injuries as a result.

A quantity of prescription drugs were taken and the suspect fled the area on foot, last seen running southbound on Windermere Road.

The suspect is described as a male black, approximately 23 years old, 5'6" - 5'7", slim build, brown hair, brown eyes and scruffy facial hair. He was wearing a mask covering his mouth and nose, a dark hooded sweater, dark jeans (grey or black), black shoes and was wearing dark gloves.

The Forensic Identification Unit attended and processed the scene.

The Major Crime Branch is continuing to investigate and is seeking any information in relation to the incident. They are also requesting anyone in the area to check video surveillance systems to see if the suspect may have been captured before or after the incident. If you were driving near the area at the time of the incident and have dash cam video, detectives are also requesting motorists review for possible evidence.

The suspect spent an unknown amount of time around the area prior to the incident and is believed to have attended the pharmacy walking northbound on Windermere Road, although it is unknown if the suspect arrived in the area on foot or in a vehicle.

On Sunday, October 4th at approximately 4:15 p.m., Windsor Police responded to shots fired in the 2400 block of McDougall.

Two males were observed to be in possession of firearms and at least one of the suspects fired shots directly at a victim.  A second male victim was located inside a residence with non-life-threatening injuries.

The suspects are described as males, 6'0" - 6'5", wearing black hooded sweaters, black pants and masks that pulled up from the neck. One male had red trim around the hood of the sweater and one was wearing a backpack.

Investigators are looking for any home or dash-cam surveillance video that may have captured the suspects.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Windsor Police ,  or if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

On Sunday, October 4th at approximately 8:30 a.m. a break and enter occurred at a business in the 200 Block of Main Street East in the Town of Kingsville.

There was one male suspect involved.  He is described as a Caucasian male, wearing black pants, a black jacket, a black and white hat with the words “New York” on the front.  He was wearing black runners with white stripes.  The male also has a mustache and possible goatee.  He has average build.

Please see the photos below of the suspect.  If you recognize this male and/or know of his whereabouts, please contact Essex County OPP Property Crime Unit, or if you wish to remain anonymous, please call us at Crime Stoppers at 519-258-TIPS or report online at catchcrooks.com.