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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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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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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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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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