Police Release Photos of Two Vehicles of Interest in Fatal Hit & Run Investigation

The Windsor Police Service Major Crime Unit is continuing an investigation after a pedestrian was located in a roadway with life-threatening injuries and pronounced deceased at hospital.

(see Previous News Release)

https://www.police.windsor.on.ca/newsroom/news-update/october/Pages/October-15-2021-Update-3.aspx

 

UPDATE:

The Windsor Police Service Major Crime Unit have released photos of two vehicles of interest related to this investigation and is seeking the public's assistance in identifying these two vehicles.

 Through investigation, investigators believe that the incident occurred on Friday, October 15, 2021 between 6:45 a.m. and 7:15 a.m., and the involved vehicle was travelling southbound in the 700 block of Janette Avenue.

 Through surveillance footage, the two vehicles pictured below were observed driving south bound on Janette Avenue within the time frame of the incident.

 It is likely that there is damage to the involved vehicle as a result of the collision.

 Vehicle 1 is described as a dark coloured compact SUV.

Vehicle 2 is described as a dark coloured SUV, or possibly similar to a Jeep.

 Anyone who recognizes either of the vehicles is urged to contact investigators.

 Investigators are also requesting the drivers of the vehicles to contact police.

 Investigators are requesting that residents, business owners or anyone who was in the area to check their security cameras or dash-cams for footage that may assist in this investigation.

If you have any information and wish to remain anonymous please contact Crime Stoppers at 519-258-TIPS or online at www.catchcrooks.com. You could earn a cash reward up to $2000.

Lauren Brisco
Essex County OPP Investigate Mischiefs

Essex County OPP are actively investigating a series of mischiefs to businesses who reported that their phone and cable lines were cut.

The incidents occurred between September 11th and the 24th, in the towns of Essex, Leamington and Kingsville.

If you have any information relating to these mischiefs, contact the Essex County OPP Street Crimes Unit, or should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 519-258-TIPS, or leave a tip online at catchcrooks.com.

A reminder that with Crime Stoppers:

·      You remain anonymous.

·      You do not have to testify in court.

·      You could earn a cash reward of up to $2,000, if your information leads to the arrest of the suspect.

Sarah Werstein
LASALLE POLICE INVESTIGATE BANK ROBBERY

The LaSalle Police Service is actively investigating a robbery that took place at CIBC Bank on Malden Road on September 18th, at approximately 9:45am.

The suspect is described as a male, approximately 5'8"with a thin build.  He was wearing sunglasses, a pull-up face mask, a grey hoodie with a black t-shirt underneath that had red trim at the bottom, black gloves and was riding a bicycle.

If you have any information, contact the LaSalle Police Service - Criminal Investigation Division, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS), or leave a tip online at www.catchcrooks.com

You could earn a cash reward of up to $2,000 if your information leads to the arrest of this suspect.

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Sarah Werstein
Amherstburg Detachment Investigating a Break and Enter

The Windsor Police - Amherstburg Criminal Investigations Division, is seeking any information that may assist with a break and enter investigation that occurred at a business located in the area of Sandwich Street North and Alma Street, on September 1st, at 4:20am.

 Through investigation, it is believed at least two suspects were involved. The suspect vehicle is described as a grey sedan, possibly with a hatchback. It is believed the suspect vehicle was in the area from at least 2:45 am until the break and enter occurred.

 Anyone with information is asked to contact the Amherstburg Detachment - Criminal Investigations Division, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS), or leave a tip online at www.catchcrooks.com

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Sarah Werstein
SURVEILLANCE PHOTOS RELEASED IN ARSON INVESTIGATION

Windsor Police Service Arson Investigators are seeking any information that may help identify a suspect in relation to a recent arson.

On Wednesday, August 25, 2021, at 5:10 am, patrol officers attended the 1600 block of McDougall Avenue for a report of an active fire at a business.

Windsor Fire and Rescue were on scene and were able to extinguish the fire, however the business sustained extensive damage.

No injuries were reported as a result of the fire.

Through investigation, it was determined the fire was suspicious and an arson investigation was launched.

It is believed the fire started at approximately 4:50 am and the suspect was last seen walking west on Hanna Street.

The suspect is described as a male white, short dark hair, wearing a blue striped t-shirt, blue jeans, grey shoes, blue backpack and a light coloured mask.


Investigators are requesting anyone in the area with surveillance cameras, especially businesses, to check their footage for any further evidence

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

Lauren Brisco
LAKESHORE OPP LOOKING TO IDENTIFY TRUCK THIEVES

On Tuesday, August 17th, at approximately 3:20am, Lakeshore OPP received a report of a stolen pick up truck from a residence on Oriole Park Drive.

The vehicle was then involved in a theft of fuel in Comber shortly after.

The truck has since been recovered in the 2900 block of Byng Road in the City of Windsor.

If you can identify these suspects, call Lakeshore OPP, or if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 519-258-TIPS, or leave a tip online at www.catchcrooks.com

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Sarah Werstein
WINDSOR POLICE LOOKING TO IDENTIFY THEFT SUSPECTS

Windsor Police Service is asking for the public's assistance in identifying 2 male suspects involved in a series of thefts that occurred between June 25th-August 7th, from a business located in the 3000 block of Howard Avenue.

 Contact the Windsor Police Service at 519-258-6111, or should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 519-258-TIPS, or leave a tip online at www.catchcrooks.com.

You could earn a cash reward of up to $2,000 if your information leads to the arrest of the parties involved.

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Sarah Werstein
Sexual Assault Investigation

The Windsor Police Service is continuing to actively investigate a report of a sexual assault and are seeking any information in relation to the incident.

On Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at approximately 12:50 am, patrol officers responded for a report of a sexual assault that had occurred in the 1300 block of Windsor Avenue. The assault is reported to have occurred at approximately 12:30 am.

The adult female victim reported a small white vehicle approached her while she walking in the area and the male driver began to interact with her. It was reported that a male passenger was also in the rear of the vehicle at the time. During the course of the interaction, it is reported the driver of the vehicle sexually assaulted the female.

The driver/suspect is described as a male, possibly of middle eastern decent, small build, 6'0" tall, 30 - 40 years old, short dark hair with a scruffy face, was wearing pants and shirt, and spoke unaccented English. The passenger of the vehicle was a male.

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

Lauren Brisco
POLICE LOOKING TO IDENTIFY FRAUD SUSPECT

The Windsor Police Service Financial Crimes Unit is seeking the public’s assistance identifying a suspect in relation to a fraud investigation.

 In June, 2021, patrol officers investigated multiple fraudulent cheques being deposited at local banking institutions.

 The incidents occurred in Windsor on May 3rd and through investigation it is believed he may have then proceeded to the London area. Investigators believe there is a strong possibility this suspect is from out of town and may have only been here a short time. 

 Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Service - Financial Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700 ext. 4330 , or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-TIPS or online at www.catchcrooks.com

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Sarah Werstein