Niagra Regional Police
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23-year-old Brampton Male Arrested in Violent Home Robbery – Grimsby
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On Friday, May 1, 2026, at approximately 3:30 AM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) officers responded to a residence in the Town of Grimsby for a violent home invasion. Responding officers discovered that the suspects had fled the area in a vehicle
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Drug Trafficking Investigation Results in Two Arrests – Fort Erie
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In April 2026, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) and 5 District (Fort Erie) Criminal Investigative Branch (CIB) began a drug trafficking investigation in the Town of Fort Erie. A suspect was observed exhibiting
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Update #1- Motorcycle Rider Killed in Pelham Collision
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The Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) continues to investigate this incident. As a result of the investigation, two people were charged. A 19-year-old male from Port Colborne has been charged with the following offences:. Careless Driving Causing Death, contrary to section 130(3) of the
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57-year-old Niagara Falls Man Charged in Historic Sex Assault
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In May 2026, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Child Abuse Unit (CAU) and Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) began an investigation into allegations of historic sexual assault on a person under the age of 16. The offences are alleged to have taken place in 2004 in the City
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Serious Motor Vehicle Collision - Welland
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On Sunday, May 31, 2026, at approximately 1:05 AM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) uniform officers responded to the area of Broadway and Riverside Drive in the City of Welland for a motor vehicle collision. Responding officers located a single motor vehicle
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St. Catharines Man Arrested for Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material
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In April of 2026, detectives assigned to the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit began an investigation into the possession of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material (CSAEM). As a result of the investigation, a suspect male from St. Catharines
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49-Year-Old Ridgeway Man Arrested for Drug Trafficking
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In early 2026, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 5 District (Fort Erie) Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) began an investigation into the sales of illicit substances at an address on Nicolas Road in Ridgeway. On May 26, 2026, a Controlled drugs and Substances Act
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Update #2 - Homicide Unit Investigating Sudden Death – St. Catharines
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Homicide Unit continue to investigate the death of a woman in St. Catharines. On Friday, May 15, 2026, 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers responded to a home in the area of Lakeshore Road and Lake Street in the City
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Update #1- SECOND ARREST: London Man Facing Human Trafficking Charges
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As a result of the ongoing human trafficking investigation, a second suspect was identified. On Thursday, May 28, 2026, members of the Niagara Regional Police Human Trafficking Unit (HTU), with assistance from 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) Street Crime Unit (SCU) arrested the suspect
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Hamilton Man Arrested in Vehicle Theft Investigation - Grimsby
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On Saturday, May 23, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) uniform officers responded to a residence on Robinson Street North in the Town of Grimsby for a vehicle theft. Investigating officers learned that a 2019 Toyota Rav4 had been stolen
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London Man Facing Human Trafficking Charges
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In May 2026 detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) began an investigation into the trafficking of a woman within the Niagara Region and identified a male suspect. Following an investigation by detectives with the HTU, with assistance from the
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Over Five Million Dollars Recovered in Connection with Project Jack Links
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In April 2025, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) launched a criminal investigation following the theft of a single Lexus SUV. What initially appeared to be an isolated incident quickly evolved into a complex investigation into organized auto theft networks operating across Southern
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30-Year-Old St. Catharines Man Charged with Drug Trafficking Near a Niagara Falls Shelter
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On Monday May 25, 2026, at approximately 3:15 pm, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) were in the area of Main Street and Ferry Street, in the city of Niagara Falls, when they observed a male conducting
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Home Invasion in Port Robinson Under Investigation
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On Friday, May 22, 2026, at approximately 3:30 am, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) responded to reports of a home invasion at a residence in the neighbourhood northeast of Merritt Road and Hwy 406 in Port Robinson. Officers arrived
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Youth Charged in Lakeside Park Disturbance
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On Friday, May 22, 2026, at approximately 9:50 PM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers responded to Lakeside Park in the City of St Catharines for a disturbance. Responding officers spoke with witnesses who reported observing several
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Peterborough Man with Ties to St. Catharines Arrested for Offences Against Children
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In April of 2026, detectives assigned to the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit began an investigation into the making and possession of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material (CSAEM). Over the course of the ICE Unit investigation, detectives
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St. Catharines Male Arrested on Weapons and Drug Trafficking Charges
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In May of 2026, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) Street Crime Unit (SCU) commenced an investigation into the trafficking of controlled substances within the city of St. Catharines. On May 21, 2026, a Controlled drugs and Substances
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Driving Instructor Charged in Sexual Assault Investigation
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On Friday, May 8, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St.Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers began an investigation into allegations of sexual assault against a young person. Investigating officers learned that the suspect owns a driving school and is employed as a driving
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Beamsville Male Arrested For Indecent Acts
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On Monday, May 18, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) uniform officers responded to an Indecent Act call for service in the area of St. Volodymyr Crescent in Beamsville. Responding officers learned that on two separate occasions, the male
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Update #1: ARREST - Homicide Unit Investigating Sudden Death – St. Catharines
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Homicide Unit continue to investigate this suspicious death. On Monday, May 18, 2026, detectives arrested a suspect in this matter. 40-year-old Joshua ST OMER of St Catharines was arrested for the following criminal offence:. Second
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Mother and Daughter Among Four Arrested for Drug Trafficking in Niagara Falls
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In May of 2026, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) commenced an investigation into the trafficking of controlled substances within the region of Niagara. On May 18, 2026, a Controlled drugs and Substances
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Fort Erie Male Arrested in Shooting Incident
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On Sunday, May 17, 2026, at approximately 2:25 AM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 5 District (Fort Erie) uniform officers responded to a shooting in the area of Niagara Boulevard and John Street in the Town of Fort Erie. Upon arrival, responding officers located a bullet casing. It
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Homicide Unit Investigating Sudden Death – St. Catharines
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On Friday, May 15, 2026, at approximately 4:15 PM, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) responded to a residence in the area of Lakeshore Road and Lake Street in the City of St. Catharines for reports of two people without vital
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Update 1 – Second Arrest - Mental Health Worker Charged with Assault at a Welland School Facility
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Child Abuse Unit (CAU) continued an investigation into allegations of an assault that took place at the Mountainview Centre for Innovative Learning located at 1604 Merrittville Highway in Welland. The investigation focused on allegations
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22-year-old Hamilton Man Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material Charges
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On Saturday, May 9, 2026, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) unit began an investigation into allegations of sexual assault against a young person. Detectives discovered that the suspect befriended teenage victims and offered to provide vape pens or
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Mental Health Worker Charged with Assault at a Welland School Facility
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In April of 2026, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Child Abuse Unit (CAU) began an investigation into allegations of an assault that took place at the Mountainview Centre for Innovative Learning located at 1604 Merrittville Highway in Welland. This Pathstones school
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Fatal House Fire in Lincoln Being Investigated by NRPS and OFM
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On Monday, May 11, 2026, at approximately 2:45pm, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) responded to a report of a house fire on Nineteenth Street near Seventh Avenue in Lincoln. Officers arrived on scene with firefighters
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Niagara Falls Man Charged in Hate Crime Mischief Investigation
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In March 2026, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) CORE (Community Oriented Response and Engagement) Unit began an investigation into hate speech which had been vandalized on several properties in the City of Niagara Falls. Officers, engaged
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St. Catharines Man Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material Charges
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In March of 2026, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE Unit) commenced an investigation into the sexual exploitation of children on the Internet. On April 21, 2026, ICE detectives, along with the Technological Crimes Unit executed
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Homicide Unit Investigating a Welland Homicide
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On Thursday, May 7, 2026, at approximately 1:55pm, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) were called to an Assist Ambulance call in a neighbourhood near the Prince Charles Drive and Thorold Road area of Welland. Officers on scene discovered
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Update 2 – Arrest Made - Male Injured in Shooting Incident – Niagara Falls
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On May 7, 2026, 35-year-old Johnathan WADE of Niagara Falls was arrested at a Niagara Falls area hotel. WADE is charged with the following offences. Assault with a Weapon Careless Use of a Firearm Pointing a Firearm Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose Discharge Firearm with Intent
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Update #1: 1 Male Injured in Shooting Incident – Niagara Falls
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Detectives with 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Criminal Investigative Branch (CIB) continue to investigate this incident. Detectives applied for and were granted a search warrant for the hotel room where the incident occurred. An imitation firearm and ammunition were seized
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Suspects to Identify in Daytime Break and Enter in Niagara Falls
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The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) is currently investigating a Break and Enter incident which took place May 4, 2026, in Niagara Falls. The daytime break and enter into a residence near the north end of Dorchester
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Suspect Vehicle to Identify in St. Catharines BB Gun incident
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On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) were called to two separate incidents in St. Catharines involving a vehicle that drove by people and fired rounds from a BB gun. Uniform officers with 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) first responded to the St. Paul Street -
1 Male Injured in Shooting Incident – Niagara Falls
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On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) uniform officers responded to the area of Queen Street and Zimmerman Avenue in Niagara Falls for a shooting that had just occurred. Responding officers located a male with gunshot
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Detectives Investigating Commercial Break and Enters throughout Niagara Region
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The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) has responded to several incidents of commercial break and enters that have occurred throughout the region in the month of April 2026. Detectives are investigating 4 incidents in St Catharines, 4 incidents in Lincoln, and 1 incident in Grimsby that
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Flight from Police Results in Drug Trafficking Arrest – Niagara Falls
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On Monday, April 13, 2026, an officer with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Community Oriented Response and Engagement Unit (CORE) attempted to conduct a traffic stop with a vehicle on Valley Way in the City of Niagara Falls. The driver
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St Catharines Man Facing Internet Child Exploitation Charges
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In January 2026, the Niagara Regional Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE Unit), with assistance from the Brantford Police Service, began a proactive undercover investigation into a person who used the Internet to connect and meet with children for a sexual purpose. On Monday
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Update #1 – Suspect to Identify in Credit Card Fraud in Pelham
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) Criminal Investigative Branch (CIB) continue to investigate this incident. As a result of tips received from the public, detectives have located further commercial security footage of the suspect. The suspect
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Suspect To Identify in Credit Card Fraud in Pelham
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On Thursday, April 23, 2026, the uniformed officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) responded to a fraud call in the town of Pelham. The caller had indicated that they received a call from who they believed was their banking institution advising
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Update 2 – Second Suspect Arrested - Two Suspects Sought in Break and Enter to a Fort Erie Vape Shop
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 5 District (Fort Erie) Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) would like to thank the public for their assistance in this investigation. The second suspect has been arrested. That person also meets the definition of a Young Offender
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7 Charges Laid in Child Abuse Investigation - Welland
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In August 2024, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) uniform officers began an investigation into allegations of sexual assault at a former daycare on Heron Street in the City of Welland. Detectives with the Child Abuse Unit (CAU) subsequently took carriage of
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76 Charges Laid Against St. Catharines Man Found with Replica Gun at Hospital
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St. Catharines - On April 28, 2026, uniformed officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) responded to the Marotta Family Hospital in St. Catharines for reports of a patient found to be in possession of a gun. Responding officers determined
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Update 1 – Arrest Made - Two Suspects Sought in Break and Enter to a Fort Erie Vape Shop
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A person has been arrested in connection with the investigation and one person is outstanding. The arrested person meets the definition of a Young Offender and as such their photo has been removed from our web and social media sites. Out of an abundance of caution the photo of the outstanding
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Two Suspects Sought in Break and Enter to a Fort Erie Vape Shop
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On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 5 District (Fort Erie) responded to a report of a belated Break and Enter at a vape shop in the area of Gilmore Road and Mary Street in Fort Erie. Investigation determined that at approximately 3:00
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Motorcycle Rider Killed in Pelham Collision
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On Monday, April 27, 2026, at approximately 9:10 pm, uniformed officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) responded to reports of a serious motor vehicle collision on Hwy 20 west of Maple Street in the town of Pelham. Officers arrived on scene along
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St. Catharines Man Arrested for Voyeurism in Welland Incident
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On April 9, 2026, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) were called to a Welland area mall for an Indecent Act. Mall security had found a male secretly recording women shoppers. The investigation was taken over by the 3 District Criminal
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UPDATE #1: Attempted Robbery in Wainfleet
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Update #1 Detectives with 3 District (Welland) Criminal Investigative Branch (CIB) continue to investigate this attempted robbery. As a result of the investigation, a 14-year-old male was identified and arrested on April 18, with assistance from the Toronto Police Service and the Peel Regional
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Thorold Male Charged with Trafficking Offences
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In April 2026, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into a male suspected of trafficking illegal drugs. On April 16, 2026, 2 District SCU detectives, assisted by the Emergency
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St. Catharines Man Charged in Child Sexual Assault Incidents
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In March 2026 detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Child Abuse Unit (CAU) became involved in two investigations into historical child sexual assaults. The two teenage female victims reported assaults between May 2025 and January 2026. The suspect male was an acquaintance
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Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision – Niagara-on-the-Lake
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On Monday April 13, 2026, at approximately 9:30 AM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) uniform officers responded to a motor vehicle collision on Niagara Stone Road in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Uniform officers responded to the scene in coordination
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1 District CIB Investigating Two Armed Robberies
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On Sunday, April 12, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers responded to two incidents of armed commercial robberies. At approximately 9:40 PM, officers responded to a convenience store located on Niagara Street in St Catharines. Investigating
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Update 1 – Arrest Made - Collision Reconstruction Unit Now Investigating Collision from March 1, 2026
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) have made an arrest in a collision investigation that started March 1, 2026, on Victoria Avenue near Wiley Road in the town of Pelham. The collision took place in the northbound lane of Victoria
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St. Catharines Man Charged in Counterfeit Operation
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On April 2, 2026, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) became involved in an investigation surrounding the use of counterfeit money used in an online buy and sell platform. On March 30, 2026, the victim
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Drug Trafficking Investigation Results in Seizure of $59,663 in Illicit Substances – Niagara Falls
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In March 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) uniform officers began an investigation into the trafficking of illegal substances by a male in the City of Niagara Falls. On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, the male was observed trafficking illicit
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Update 4 – Public Appeal - Detectives Investigating after a Pedestrian was Struck in Niagara Falls
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) have been continuing their efforts in solving this investigation. On Sunday, August 10, 2025, at approximately 10:00 pm uniformed officers with NRPS
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Suspects to Identify in Pepper Spraying Incident – Niagara Falls
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) have been investigating an assault involving pepper spray. The incident occurred on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at approximately 11:30 pm, near Buckeye
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Niagara Falls Man Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material Charges
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In March of 2025, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Internet Child Exploitation (I.C.E.) Unit commenced an investigation into the sexual exploitation of children. The investigation stemmed from a found property incident involving child sexual abuse and exploitation
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ARREST – 1 District CIB Investigates Suspicious Person
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On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers responded to multiple reports of animal remains left in public places on Welland Avenue in St Catharines. Investigating officers reviewed video surveillance footage which
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Public Appeal for Information – Welland Sexual Assault Investigation
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On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) uniform officers responded to a sexual assault call for service. The investigation revealed that on February 25 between the hours of 1:00 AM-6:30 AM, two teenage victims were sexually assaulted
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Collision Reconstruction Unit Now Investigating Collision from March 1, 2026
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Pelham - The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) has taken over an investigation into a motor vehicle collision which occurred March 1, 2026, on Victoria Avenue in Pelham. At approximately 4:20 AM on March 1, 2026, police were called to Victoria Avenue
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Aggressive Dog Shot and Killed by NRPS Officer – Niagara Falls
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On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at approximately 5:30 pm uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) responded to the area of Thorold Stone Road and Kalar Road in Niagara Falls for reports of multiple aggressive dogs on the loose
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3 District CIB Investigating Attempted Robbery - Pelham
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On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at approximately 5:00 PM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) uniform officers responded to a bank on Pelham Street in the Town of Pelham for an attempted robbery. Investigating officers determined that three males with their identity
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Vehicle Crashed into House in Welland – Driver Charged with Impaired Operation
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On Sunday, March 15, 2026, at approximately 9:15 pm, uniformed officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) responded to repots of a vehicle that had crashed into a home in the area of East Main Street and Golden Boulevard West in Welland. Responding
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3 Arrested in Box Trailer Theft - Grimsby
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On Thursday, March 19, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) uniform officers responded to a residence on South Grimsby Road in the Town of Grimsby for a stolen box trailer. Officers discovered that on Wednesday March 18, a lone male had attended
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Swatting Incident at Multiple Niagara Region Schools
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On Thursday, March 5, 2026 at approximately 8:10 AM, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) was notified of several threats made towards schools throughout the region. Out of an abundance of caution, schools were placed into a hold and secure while an investigation took place. Uniform
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St. Catharines Male Wanted for Being Unlawfully at Large
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 48-year-old Kenneth FARMER of St. Catharines. FARMER is wanted for Being Unlawfully at Large.
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Three Charged and Three Vehicles Impounded in Three Separate Stunt Driving Incidents
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On Friday March 13, 2026, at approximately 2:30 pm an officer with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Traffic Enforcement Unit (TEU) conducted speed enforcement on Lyons Creek Rd in the city of Niagara Falls. That officer stopped a vehicle travelling 93km/h in a posted 50km/h zone.
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Update 4 – Another Male Arrested and Charged – Male Shot in Grimsby
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) have continued to investigate the shooting that took place September 24, 2025. On March 13, 2026, 27-year-old Bellaluddin SHAHABUDDIN of Thorold was arrested
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Update 1 – Arrested - St. Catharines Male Wanted for Being Unlawfully at Large
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On March 15, 2026, 48-year-old Kenneth FARMER was located and arrested. FARMER remains in custody and is scheduled to attend a bail hearing Monday, March 16, 2026.
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Update 2 – Arrested - Public Appeal for Information – Welland Sexual Assault Investigation
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GRONDIN has been charged with the following offences. Sexual Assault x 2 Sexual Interference x 2 Expose Genitals x 2 Invitation to Sexual Touching x 2 Fail to Comply with Release Order x 2. GRONDIN remains in custody and is scheduled to attend a bail hearing Friday, February 27, 2026. Update
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St Catharines Male Arrested in Drug Trafficking Investigation
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In December 2025, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into suspected drug trafficking and human trafficking in the City of St Catharines as a result of community complaints. The investigation identified
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UPDATE #2 – Second Male Arrested - Detectives Investigating Early Morning Stabbing in St. Catharines
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Detectives continue to investigate this incident, and as a result identified 36-year-old Kyle CORMIER of no fixed abode as the second involved suspect. On Thursday, February 26, 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers located and arrested CORMIER for theft under $5000. UPDATE
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One Male Arrested During Home Invasion in St. Catharines - Four More Suspects Outstanding
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) are actively investigating a home invasion robbery that occurred on March 13, 2026, at approximately 3:50 am, in the area of Lake Street and Welland Avenue in
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Male Charged with Impaired Driving After Collision with GoBus in St. Catharines
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On Sunday, March 22, 2026, at approximately 4:00 pm uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) were called to the North Service Road in St. Catharines between YMCA Drive and YMCA Drive for a report of a motor vehicle collision. A northbound
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St. Catharines Man Arrested After Fleeing Traffic Stop
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On Monday, March 2, 2025, at approximately 2:00PM, a uniform officer with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Traffic Enforcement Unit (TEU) was in the area of Queenston Street and Ida Street in St. Catharines, when they observed a pickup truck being operated with plates that were not
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Proactive Patrol Results in Drug Trafficking Arrest in Welland
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In the afternoon of Saturday, February 28th, 2026, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) were on proactive patrol in the area of East Main Street and Division Street in Welland. A traffic stop of a motor vehicle was conducted and officers
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34-year-old Toronto Man arrested for Internet Luring Offences
niagra 3/25/2026 8:45am
In January 2026, Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE Unit) began an investigation into a person who used the Internet to connect with and attempt to meet a child for a sexual purpose. On March 18, 2026, Detectives from Niagara Regional
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Commercial Break and Enter Investigation – Niagara Falls
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On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) uniform officers responded to a business on Morrison Street in Niagara Falls for a belated break and enter. Investigating officers determined that at approximately 3:00 AM an
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Fatal House Fire – Niagara Falls
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On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at approximately 6:00 PM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) uniform officers responded to a residence on Elm Street in the City of Niagara Falls for a house fire. Niagara Falls Fire Department attended the scene
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8 District CIB Investigating Armed Robbery - Wellandport
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On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at approximately 10:45 PM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) uniform officers responded to a business on Canborough Road in Wellandport for a robbery that just occurred. Responding officers learned that two male suspects
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Arrest Made in Theft from Mailbox Incidents in Welland
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On February 27th, 2026, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS), 3 District (Welland/Pelham) responded to reports of a male committing thefts from mailboxes from residences in Welland. Detectives with the Central Fraud Unit took over the investigation which led to
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$114,952 in Illicit Substances Seized During Drug Trafficking Investigation – Niagara Falls
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In January 2026, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into the sale of illicit substances. A male suspect was observed to be exhibiting behaviour consistent with the illegal trafficking of drugs
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Detectives Investigating Stolen Kubota Tractor - Wainfleet
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On Friday, February 20, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 6 District (Port Colborne/Wainfleet) uniform officers responded to a business on Highway 3 in Wainfleet for a belated tractor theft. Investigating officers discovered that on Monday, February 16, at approximately 11:25 PM
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Update #1 – Additional Charges Laid - Toronto Man Arrested for Internet Luring Offences
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Detectives with the Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE Unit) continue to investigate this matter. On March 5, 2026, detectives conducted a forensic extraction of devices seized during the execution of a judicial search warrant. As a result of the extraction, detectives formed grounds to
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Attempted Robbery in Wainfleet
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On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 6 District (Port Colborne/Wainfleet) uniform officers were dispatched to a bank on Highway 3 in the Town of Wainfleet for an attempted robbery. At approximately 4:40 PM, three males with their identity concealed attended the
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Aggressive Dog Shot and Killed by NRPS Officer – Niagara Falls
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On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at approximately 5:30 pm uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) responded to the area of Thorold Stone Road and Kalar Road in Niagara Falls for reports of multiple aggressive dogs on the loose
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Male Charged with Impaired Driving After Collision with GoBus in St. Catharines
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On Sunday, March 22, 2026, at approximately 4:00 pm uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) were called to the North Service Road in St. Catharines between YMCA Drive and YMCA Drive for a report of a motor vehicle collision. A northbound
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3 Arrested in Box Trailer Theft - Grimsby
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On Thursday, March 19, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) uniform officers responded to a residence on South Grimsby Road in the Town of Grimsby for a stolen box trailer. Officers discovered that on Wednesday March 18, a lone male had attended
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34-year-old Toronto Man arrested for Internet Luring Offences
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In January 2026, Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE Unit) began an investigation into a person who used the Internet to connect with and attempt to meet a child for a sexual purpose. On March 18, 2026, Detectives from Niagara Regional
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Fatal House Fire – Niagara Falls
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On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at approximately 6:00 PM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) uniform officers responded to a residence on Elm Street in the City of Niagara Falls for a house fire. Niagara Falls Fire Department attended the scene
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St. Catharines Man Charged with Second Degree Murder
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3 – St. Catharines Man Charged with Second Degree Murder In connection with an assault investigation that began in November 2025, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) detectives have now charged a St. Catharines man with second degree murder. On November 3, 2025, uniform officers from 1
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Vehicle Crashed into House in Welland – Driver Charged with Impaired Operation
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On Sunday, March 15, 2026, at approximately 9:15 pm, uniformed officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) responded to repots of a vehicle that had crashed into a home in the area of East Main Street and Golden Boulevard West in Welland. Responding
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Three Charged and Three Vehicles Impounded in Three Separate Stunt Driving Incidents
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On Friday March 13, 2026, at approximately 2:30 pm an officer with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Traffic Enforcement Unit (TEU) conducted speed enforcement on Lyons Creek Rd in the city of Niagara Falls. That officer stopped a vehicle travelling 93km/h in a posted 50km/h zone.
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Update 1 – Arrested - St. Catharines Male Wanted for Being Unlawfully at Large
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On March 15, 2026, 48-year-old Kenneth FARMER was located and arrested. FARMER remains in custody and is scheduled to attend a bail hearing Monday, March 16, 2026.
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One Male Arrested During Home Invasion in St. Catharines - Four More Suspects Outstanding
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) are actively investigating a home invasion robbery that occurred on March 13, 2026, at approximately 3:50 am, in the area of Lake Street and Welland Avenue in
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St. Catharines Male Wanted for Being Unlawfully at Large
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 48-year-old Kenneth FARMER of St. Catharines. FARMER is wanted for Being Unlawfully at Large.
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Update 4 – Another Male Arrested and Charged – Male Shot in Grimsby
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Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) have continued to investigate the shooting that took place September 24, 2025. On March 13, 2026, 27-year-old Bellaluddin SHAHABUDDIN of Thorold was arrested
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3 District CIB Investigating Attempted Robbery - Pelham
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On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at approximately 5:00 PM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) uniform officers responded to a bank on Pelham Street in the Town of Pelham for an attempted robbery. Investigating officers determined that three males with their identity
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8 District CIB Investigating Armed Robbery - Wellandport
niagra 3/11/2026 1:20pm
On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at approximately 10:45 PM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) uniform officers responded to a business on Canborough Road in Wellandport for a robbery that just occurred. Responding officers learned that two male suspects
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$78,140 in Illicit Substances Seized in Drug Trafficking Investigation
niagra 3/11/2026 10:40am
In February 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) Criminal Investigative Branch (CIB) began an investigation into the illegal trafficking of drugs. A male suspect was observed travelling throughout the region and exhibiting behaviour consistent
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Detectives Investigating Stolen Kubota Tractor - Wainfleet
niagra 3/10/2026 12:30pm
On Friday, February 20, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 6 District (Port Colborne/Wainfleet) uniform officers responded to a business on Highway 3 in Wainfleet for a belated tractor theft. Investigating officers discovered that on Monday, February 16, at approximately 11:25 PM
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Update #1 – Second Male Arrested in Assault Investigation – St Catharines
niagra 3/10/2026 8:40am
Detectives with 1 District (St. Catharines / Thorold) Criminal Investigative Branch (CIB) continue to investigate this assault. On Monday, March 9, 2026, with assistance from 1 District Street Crime Unit (SCU), a second suspect was arrested in this matter. 37-year-old Devon CATCHPAW of St
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Update #1 – Additional Charges Laid - Toronto Man Arrested for Internet Luring Offences
niagra 3/9/2026 2:30pm
Detectives with the Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE Unit) continue to investigate this matter. On March 5, 2026, detectives conducted a forensic extraction of devices seized during the execution of a judicial search warrant. As a result of the extraction, detectives formed grounds to
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One Male Arrested in Assault Investigation – St Catharines
niagra 3/9/2026 10:10am
On Sunday, March 8, 2026, at approximately 9:00 PM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers responded to the area of Court Street near St Paul Street to reports of an assault with a weapon. A single victim was transported to an out-of-regional
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UPDATE #2 – Second Male Arrested - Detectives Investigating Early Morning Stabbing in St. Catharines
niagra 3/6/2026 3:20pm
Detectives continue to investigate this incident, and as a result identified 36-year-old Kyle CORMIER of no fixed abode as the second involved suspect. On Thursday, February 26, 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers located and arrested CORMIER for theft under $5000. UPDATE
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Arrest Made in Theft from Mailbox Incidents in Welland
niagra 3/6/2026 11:40am
On February 27th, 2026, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS), 3 District (Welland/Pelham) responded to reports of a male committing thefts from mailboxes from residences in Welland. Detectives with the Central Fraud Unit took over the investigation which led to
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ARREST – 1 District CIB Investigates Suspicious Person
niagra 3/5/2026 2:10pm
On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers responded to multiple reports of animal remains left in public places on Welland Avenue in St Catharines. Investigating officers reviewed video surveillance footage which
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Swatting Incident at Multiple Niagara Region Schools
niagra 3/5/2026 1:10pm
On Thursday, March 5, 2026 at approximately 8:10 AM, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) was notified of several threats made towards schools throughout the region. Out of an abundance of caution, schools were placed into a hold and secure while an investigation took place. Uniform
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Attempted Robbery in Wainfleet
niagra 3/4/2026 9:40pm
On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 6 District (Port Colborne/Wainfleet) uniform officers were dispatched to a bank on Highway 3 in the Town of Wainfleet for an attempted robbery. At approximately 4:40 PM, three males with their identity concealed attended the
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Collision Reconstruction Unit Now Investigating Collision from March 1, 2026
niagra 3/4/2026 4:11pm
Pelham - The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) has taken over an investigation into a motor vehicle collision which occurred March 1, 2026, on Victoria Avenue in Pelham. At approximately 4:20 AM on March 1, 2026, police were called to Victoria Avenue
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St. Catharines Man Arrested After Fleeing Traffic Stop
niagra 3/3/2026 11:10am
On Monday, March 2, 2025, at approximately 2:00PM, a uniform officer with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Traffic Enforcement Unit (TEU) was in the area of Queenston Street and Ida Street in St. Catharines, when they observed a pickup truck being operated with plates that were not
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Commercial Break and Enter Investigation – Niagara Falls
niagra 3/3/2026 9:20am
On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) uniform officers responded to a business on Morrison Street in Niagara Falls for a belated break and enter. Investigating officers determined that at approximately 3:00 AM an
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Proactive Patrol Results in Drug Trafficking Arrest in Welland
niagra 3/2/2026 3:10pm
In the afternoon of Saturday, February 28th, 2026, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) were on proactive patrol in the area of East Main Street and Division Street in Welland. A traffic stop of a motor vehicle was conducted and officers
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St Catharines Male Arrested in Drug Trafficking Investigation
niagra 2/27/2026 2:50pm
In December 2025, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into suspected drug trafficking and human trafficking in the City of St Catharines as a result of community complaints. The investigation identified
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$114,952 in Illicit Substances Seized During Drug Trafficking Investigation – Niagara Falls
niagra 2/27/2026 8:50am
In January 2026, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into the sale of illicit substances. A male suspect was observed to be exhibiting behaviour consistent with the illegal trafficking of drugs
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Update 2 – Arrested - Public Appeal for Information – Welland Sexual Assault Investigation
niagra 2/27/2026 12:10am
GRONDIN has been charged with the following offences. Sexual Assault x 2 Sexual Interference x 2 Expose Genitals x 2 Invitation to Sexual Touching x 2 Fail to Comply with Release Order x 2. GRONDIN remains in custody and is scheduled to attend a bail hearing Friday, February 27, 2026. Update
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Update 1 – Suspect Identified - Public Appeal for Information – Welland Sexual Assault Investigation
niagra 2/26/2026 9:40pm
Efforts are underway to locate GRONDIN who is wanted for the following offences. Sexual Assault x 2 Sexual Interference x 2 Expose Genitals x 2 Invitation to Sexual Touching x 2 Fail to Comply with Release Order x 2. GRONDIN is described as follows. Male White 40-years-old Brown Hair Brown
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Public Appeal for Information – Welland Sexual Assault Investigation
niagra 2/25/2026 5:50pm
On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) uniform officers responded to a sexual assault call for service. The investigation revealed that on February 25 between the hours of 1:00 AM-6:30 AM, two teenage victims were sexually assaulted
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Toronto Man arrested for Internet Luring Offences
niagra 2/25/2026 8:20am
In March 2025, Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE Unit) began a proactive undercover investigation into a person who used the Internet to connect and meet with children for a sexual purpose. In February 2026, the Niagara Regional
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UPDATE 1 - Project Road King
niagra 2/24/2026 7:00am
UPDATE 1 – Project Road King The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS), in partnership with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit (CFSEU) and the Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario (CISO), continues to advance the Project Road King investigation
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Thorold Male Arrested, 6 Charges Laid
niagra 2/18/2026 3:00pm
In January 2026, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) Community Response and Engagement Unit (CORE) responded to numerous community concerns from businesses in the City of Thorold. The investigation revealed that a male suspect had stolen several items
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Break and Enter Suspect to Identify in Grimsby
niagra 2/18/2026 10:20am
Detectives from the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) Criminal Investigative Bureau (CIB) are currently investigating a break and enter that occurred at a rural Grimsby property. On Monday, February 2, 2026, at approximately 12:05PM, an unknown
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1 Arrested in Historical Sexual Assault Investigation – Fort Erie
niagra 2/17/2026 10:50am
The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Sexual Assault Unit (SAU) are investigating allegations of sexual assault which occurred between February to April 2024, at a shelter in the Town of Fort Erie. As a result of the investigation 57-year-old Fredy CARDONA of Niagara Falls was arrested
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Niagara Falls Man Charged with Drug Trafficking
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On February 9, 2026, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District Street Crime Unit (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) received a community complaint with respect to a male trafficking in controlled substances. On February 16, 2026, the suspect was identified, located
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UPDATE 1 - Fatal Fire Investigation - St Catharines
niagra 2/13/2026 7:30am
Based on the findings of the ongoing investigation, this incident has been determined to be a homicide. As a result, detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service Homicide Unit have assumed carriage of the investigation with the assistance of the 1 District Detective office and Forensic
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Detectives Requesting Public Assistance in Identifying Theft Suspect – Niagara Falls
niagra 2/12/2026 3:20pm
On Friday, January 23, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) uniform officers responded to a belated break and enter call for service at a business on Lundy’s Lane in Niagara Falls. Investigating officers discovered that a female had entered
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2 District Street Crime Arrest Niagara Falls Male in Drug Trafficking Investigation
niagra 2/12/2026 11:40am
In January 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into the illegal trafficking of drugs in the city of Niagara Falls. Detectives observed a male suspect exhibiting behaviour that is consistent
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Toronto Male Arrested in Drug Trafficking Investigation – Niagara Falls
niagra 2/12/2026 6:50am
On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into the sale of illicit substances. A male was observed exhibiting behaviour that was consistent with the illegal trafficking
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Welland Man Arrested in Elder Fraud Investigation
niagra 2/11/2026 12:50pm
On Friday, February 6, 2026, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) Criminal Investigative Branch (CIB) responded to a residence in the area of Sixth Street in the City of Welland for reports of a male defrauding a vulnerable elderly victim. Investigation revealed
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Fatal Fire Investigation - St Catharines
niagra 2/10/2026 3:00pm
On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 3:15 am, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers were conducting proactive patrols in the area of Glendale Avenue in St Catharines, when they observed a fire within a forested area of Mountain Locks Park.
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Three Roadside Licence Suspensions During Super Bowl R.I.D.E.
niagra 2/9/2026 12:50pm
On Sunday, February 8, 2026, members of the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) conducted R.I.D.E. spot checks in the Cities of St. Catharines and Niagara Falls. Throughout the night officers stopped approximately 150 vehicles and inquired if any of the drivers had consumed any alcohol
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$19,000 in Illicit Substances Seized, Two Arrested – Niagara Falls
niagra 2/5/2026 9:50am
In December 2025, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into the illegal sale of drugs in the City of Niagara Falls. On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, detectives observed two suspects placing illicit
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2 District Street Crime Unit Investigation Results in 9 Charges, 2 Arrests
niagra 2/5/2026 8:10am
In December 2025, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-Lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into the illegal trafficking of drugs on Dunn Street in the City of Niagara Falls. Detectives observed two suspects that consistently exhibited
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Collision Involving a Stolen Vehicle that Fled from Police Leads to Arrest of Male
niagra 1/30/2026 8:40am
St. Catharines – On January 29, 2026, at approximately 1:10 PM a uniformed officer with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) observed a stolen motor vehicle being driven near Court Street and King Street in the city of St. Catharines. A traffic stop
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UPDATE #1 - ARREST - 5 District Detectives Investigating Armed Robbery – Fort Erie
niagra 1/29/2026 4:10pm
Detectives with the 5 District (Fort Erie) Criminal Investigations Branch (CIB) have continued to investigate this incident. On Thursday, January 29, 2026, detectives formed grounds to charge 27-year-old Patrick SASSANO of Fort Erie for the following criminal offences:. Robbery Using a Firearm
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2 District Street Crime Unit Seizes over $11,000 in Illicit Substances
niagra 1/29/2026 12:20pm
In December 2025, members of the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls / Niagara-on-the-Lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into the illegal trafficking of drugs at a residence on Buchanan Avenue in the City of Niagara Falls. Detectives applied for
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Fort Erie Stabbing Investigation – One Male Arrested
niagra 1/24/2026 10:50pm
On Saturday, January 24, 2026, at approximately 5:45 AM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 5 District (Fort Erie) uniform officers were called to a residence on George Road in Fort Erie for a disturbance. While enroute, officers received information that a female had been stabbed several
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5 District Detectives Investigating Armed Robbery - Fort Erie
niagra 1/24/2026 12:00am
On Friday, January 23, 2026, at approximately 7:40 pm, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 5 District (Fort Erie) uniform officers were dispatched to a convenience store on Bertie Street near North Street for an armed robbery. The investigation revealed that a male suspect approached the
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Public Assistance Requested in Child Labour Exploitation Investigation
niagra 1/23/2026 8:30pm
In January, 2026, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Child Abuse Unit (CAU) became aware of allegations of physical abuse against a person under the age of 16 years old. The Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) was engaged to assist due to allegations of child labour exploitation. As a result
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11 Charges Laid, 1 Male Arrested in Street Crime Investigation – St Catharines
niagra 1/21/2026 10:50pm
In October 2025, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines / Thorold) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into the trafficking of Fentanyl. The investigation led detectives to two addresses in the City of St Catharines. Detectives applied for and were
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16 Charges Laid and $35,000 of Illicit Substances Seized in Drug Trafficking Investigation – St Catharines
niagra 1/21/2026 10:20pm
In January 2026, the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Opioid Enforcement and Education Unit (OEEU) commenced an investigation into two persons trafficking fentanyl in the city of St. Catharines. Over the month of January 2026, members of the OEEU continued the investigation conducting
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Collision Reconstruction Unit Investigating Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision
niagra 1/21/2026 1:00pm
On Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at approximately 6:45 AM, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls / Niagara-on-the-Lake) uniform officers were dispatched to the area of Portage Road near Stanley Avenue in the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake for a motor vehicle collision
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Grimsby Male Charged with Indecent Act
niagra 1/19/2026 2:10pm
On Wednesday, January 14th, 2026, at approximately 1:30 PM, uniformed officers with Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) were dispatched to an Indecent Act call near Livingston Avenue and St. Andrews Avenue in the Town of Grimsby. The call was for
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Two Arrests and Five Roadside Licence Suspensions During Weekend RIDE
niagra 1/19/2026 7:10am
On January 1, 2026, the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) made changes that aim to combat alcohol and drug impaired driving and strengthen accountability for offenders. One of those changes is an increase in the administrative licence suspensions for first- and second-time alcohol
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Taxi Driver Stabbed in St. Catharines
niagra 1/16/2026 12:20pm
On Friday, January 16, 2026, at approximately 1:45 AM, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) were called to the emergency room of the Niagara Health Systems St. Catharines Hospital for reports of a male who had arrived with stab
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Detectives Requesting Public Assistance in Residential Shooting Investigation – West Lincoln
niagra 1/14/2026 12:12pm
On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at approximately 1:10 pm, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) uniform officers responded to the area of Young Street in West Lincoln for a belated shooting that took place at a residential property. The investigation
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Two Suspects in Custody After Multiple Commercial Break and Enters
niagra 1/14/2026 11:30am
In November 2025, Detectives with Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into a break and enter that occurred at a Vape Store on Lake Street in the City of St Catharines. The investigation revealed two males
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UPDATE – ARREST – Shooting in Welland Second Street and Plymouth Road
niagra 1/13/2026 3:00pm
The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Homicide Unit has assumed carriage of the investigation and has laid additional charges following a firearms-related incident that occurred in the City of Welland. As a result of the continued investigation by the NRPS Homicide Unit, 59-year-old Daniel
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3 Arrested and Handgun Seized in Drug Trafficking Investigation – Niagara Falls
niagra 1/9/2026 4:10pm
In January 2026, members of the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 2 District (Niagara Falls/Niagara-on-the-lake) Street Crime Unit (SCU) began an investigation into the illegal trafficking of illicit substances in the City of Niagara Falls. On Thursday, January 8, 2026, at approximately
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Niagara Couple Charged in Sexual Assault Investigation
niagra 1/7/2026 5:40pm
Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Services (NRPS) Sexual Assault Unit (SAU) have made two arrests in a sexual assault investigation. The investigation focused on several incidents that occurred over the period from 2022 through 2025 in relation to three separate victims. On January
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28 Charges Laid, Handgun and Drugs Seized in St Catharines Trafficking Investigation
niagra 1/6/2026 9:30am
On Monday, January 5, 2026, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St.Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers were conducting routine patrol in the area of Welland Avenue and Page Street in the City of St Catharines, when a male was observed conducted illicit drug transactions with
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1 Male Arrested in Attempted Robbery – St Catharines
niagra 1/1/2026 11:40am
On Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at approximately 9:50 pm, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers were dispatched to the area of Church Street and Market Street in the City of St Catharines for an attempted robbery. Officers spoke with the
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One Impaired Driving Arrest During New Year’s Eve RIDE
niagra 1/1/2026 8:20am
On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, members of the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) conducted R.I.D.E. spot checks in the Cities of Niagara Falls and St. Catharines. While on patrol in the City of St. Catharines, police stopped a vehicle to check the sobriety of the driver. The ensuing
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Detectives Seek Public’s Assistance in Arson Investigation – St Catharines
niagra 12/30/2025 10:40am
On Monday, December 29, 2025, at approximately 9:25 pm, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers responded to the area of Cayuga Street in the City of St Catharines for a vehicle fire. The vehicle was parked and unoccupied in the driveway of
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Weekend R.I.D.E. Program Results in 3 Licence Suspensions
niagra 12/30/2025 6:50am
On Saturday, December 27, 2025, members of the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) conducted R.I.D.E. spot checks in the City of St. Catharines. Officers staged both stationary and mobile checkpoints and stopped approximately 430 vehicles and inquired if any of the drivers had consumed
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Clandestine Lab Dismantled - Niagara Falls
niagra 12/29/2025 3:40pm
On Tuesday, December 23, 2025, Detectives with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Major drugs and Gangs Unit, assisted by members of the 2 District Street Crime Unit (Niagara Falls/Niagara on the Lake), obtained a Controlled drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant for a private
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Detectives Request Public Assistance in Multiple Break and Enter Investigations
niagra 12/29/2025 12:04pm
On Sunday, November 16, 2025, at approximately 9:30 pm, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 3 District (Welland/Pelham) uniform officers were called to a residence in the area of Balsam Street in the City of Welland for reports of a break and enter. The investigation revealed that on Saturday
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Male Arrested After Overnight Stabbing in St. Catharines
niagra 12/23/2025 9:50am
On Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at approximately 12:25 AM, uniform officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) along with Niagara Emergency Medical Services (NEMS) were called to the area of Church Street and William Street, in St. Catharines