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Internet Child Exploitation Unit arrest and charge 34-year-old man

sudbury 6/4/2026 7:04am

On March 11, 2026, our Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit working in collaboration with our Emergency Response Unit (ERU) executed a search warrant at a residence in Greater Sudbury. As a result of the search warrant, detectives seize several electronic devices from the residence. These

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Officers charge 33-year-old, woman after erratic driving incident in Chelmsford

sudbury 6/2/2026 5:13am

Shortly after 2:05 pm on June 1, 2026, officers were dispatched to a report of erratic driving outside St. Charles Catholic Elementary School on Charlotte Street in Chelmsford. Information indicated that an individual was operating a vehicle dangerously in the parking lot, driving toward staff

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ITSU investigating fatal collision involving young pedestrian on Second Avenue

sudbury 5/20/2026 5:56am

Just before 3:30 pm on May 19, 2026, Greater Sudbury Police Service officers responded to a serious collision involving a pedestrian in the area of 129 Second Avenue. Emergency personnel immediately initiated CPR and other life-saving measures at the scene. A 6-year-old girl was transported

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DEU detectives arrest three individuals for CDSA offences

sudbury 5/1/2026 7:01am

On April 30, 2026, detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. Detectives located a vehicle associated to the individuals on Paris Street and took three people into custody. Based on

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Officers arrest 34-year-old, man after home invasion and impaired driving incident

sudbury 4/30/2026 11:11am

Around 4:40 pm on April 29, 2026, officers were dispatched to a residence on Charette Avenue in relation to a home invasion. Information provided was that an individual attended the residence, forced entry to the home and assaulted a resident inside. The individual then fled in a vehicle prior

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Requesting assistance to locate Matthew Francis – wanted on two arrest warrants

sudbury 4/29/2026 10:52am

The Greater Sudbury Police Service is requesting public assistance to locate 43-year-old, Matthew Francis (image attached) who is wanted on two arrest warrants for the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada:. Sexual Assault Utter Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm Criminal

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ITSU investigating serious collision involving electric scooter in Copper Cliff

sudbury 4/24/2026 4:23am

Just before 5:00 pm on April 23, 2026, officers were dispatched to a serious collision involving an electric scooter at the intersection of Godfrey Drive and Park Street in Copper Cliff. Based on the investigation, it has been determined that a pick-up truck was traveling southbound on Godfrey

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Detectives arrest two individuals from Southern Ontario and seize $68,500 in illicit drugs

sudbury 4/23/2026 11:32am

On April 23, 2026, detectives from our Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded an investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in our community. Detectives with the assistance of our Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and K9 Unit executed two Controlled drugs and Substances

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Requesting assistance to identify driver of electric dirt bike involved in erratic driving incident

sudbury 4/22/2026 10:02am

Just before 8:45 am on April 21, 2026, an officer observed an electric dirt bike (image of bike and driver attached) without a licence plate being driven erratically on Elgin Street. The driver of the dirt bike was seen popping wheelies and attempting to engage officers in pursuit. The driver

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ITSU investigating fatal collision involving pedestrian on Westmount Avenue

sudbury 4/17/2026 10:25am

Just before 9:55 pm on April 16, 2026, officers were dispatched to a serious collision involving a pedestrian on Westmount Avenue at William Avenue. The 17-year-old young woman was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries. Unfortunately, she was pronounced deceased at the hospital

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ITSU charges snowmobile driver after fail to stop

sudbury 4/16/2026 7:55am

On March 30, 2026, members of the Integrated Traffic Safety Unit – Specialized Enforcement Unit were conducting a snowmobile spot check on a Sudbury Trail Plan trail in Hanmer, when a snowmachine approached the spot check, however the driver failed to stop when directed by officers. The driver

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B.E.A.R. Unit arrests prolific offender linked to multiple property-related incidents

sudbury 4/10/2026 6:57am

Members of the Break Enter and Robbery (B.E.A.R.) Unit have arrested a known prolific offender following an investigation into several property‑related incidents across Greater Sudbury. As a result of proactive investigative efforts, officers identified an individual believed to be responsible

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DEU seizes $58,500 in illicit drugs during search warrant on Byng Street

sudbury 4/9/2026 10:41am

On April 8, 2026, detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded a drug investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. DEU with the assistance of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and K9 Unit executed a Controlled drugs and Substances

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Officers seize over $62,000 in illicit drugs after alleged impaired driver complaint

sudbury 4/8/2026 11:10am

Around 5:55 pm on April 7, 2026, we received a report of an alleged impaired driver operating a motor vehicle in an erratic manner on Municipal Road 35 in Azilda. Officers were provided with a description of the vehicle and the licence plate and were able to locate the vehicle in Chelmsford

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Collaborative effort leads to identification of Missing Person, Pamela Harvey (1978 Greater Sudbury)

sudbury 3/31/2026 4:28am

March 31st, 2026– A collaborative effort between the Sûreté du Québec, the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS), the Québec Coroner’s Office, and the Laboratoire de sciences judiciaires et de médecine légale (LSJML) of the ministère de la Sécurité publique du Québec has led to the location

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Requesting assistance to identify individual involved in an assault in the New Sudbury area

sudbury 3/28/2026 11:16am

We are requesting the public’s assistance to identify the individual (images attached) responsible for an assault on March 26, 2026, at a retail store in the New Sudbury area. Around 1:40 pm the individual was seen following two females (18- and 16-years-old) through the aisles of the store

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Officers arrest individual for a 3rd time in less than 2 yrs for drug and firearm related offences

sudbury 3/25/2026 10:54am

On March 24, 2026, detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded a drug investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in our community. Based on the investigation, members of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and K9 Unit executed two Controlled drugs and

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UPDATE 2 – Heavy police presence on MR80 – Charges and results of search warrant

sudbury 3/17/2026 11:20am

UPDATE 2 As a result of the search warrant executed at the residence on MR80, officers located and seized what is believed to be the firearm used in the robbery, a second firearm and ammunition. 36-year-old, James Kidd and 46-year-old, Brooke Tyson, the two individuals taken into custody by

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ITSU investigating serious collision on MR35/Elm Street

sudbury 3/12/2026 5:12am

Around 4:20 pm on March 11, 2026, officers were dispatched to a serious collision involving four vehicles on MR35/Elm Street between the Lasalle Extension and Big Nickel Road. Based on the initial investigation, it is believed that a Black Tesla sedan was traveling eastbound towards downtown

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IPV investigation leads to seizure of replica firearm

sudbury 3/10/2026 11:42am

On March 7, 2026, members of Patrol Operations began an Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) investigation in relation to an individual uttering threats. During the investigation, officers received information that the individual was in possession of a handgun. Officers applied for and were granted

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Requesting assistance to locate 37-year-old, Branden Lalonde – Wanted

sudbury 3/3/2026 8:37am

We are requesting the public’s assistance to locate 37-year-old, Branden Lalonde (image attached) who is wanted on an outstanding arrest warrant for the following charges under the Criminal Code of Canada and Highway Traffic Act (HTA);. Dangerous Operation Flight from peace officer x2 Operation

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Officers seize illicit drugs and cash after traffic stop on Lorne Street

sudbury 3/2/2026 8:38am

Just before 6:00 am on February 28, 2026, officers were driving a marked police cruiser on Lorne Street when they saw a vehicle being driven without a front licence plate. Officers conducted a traffic stop at Logan Avenue and requested the driver’s licence and registration. The driver failed

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Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Pedestrian on Paris Street

sudbury 2/27/2026 4:46am

Just before 7:00 am on February 27, 2026, the Greater Sudbury Police Service responded to a call in the area of 1720 Paris Street regarding a hit‑and‑run collision involving a pedestrian. The preliminary investigation indicates that the pedestrian was struck in the northbound lane of Paris

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DEU with assistance from ERU and K9 seize $150,000 in illicit drugs

sudbury 2/24/2026 10:14am

On February 21, 2026, detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded a drug investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. Members of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and K9 Unit executed a high-risk vehicle stop where one person was

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Suspicious Vehicle Complaint Leads to Impaired Driving and Criminal Harassment Charges

sudbury 2/18/2026 10:41am

On February 15, 2026, at approximately 3:20 am, police received a report from a caller who stated that a dark pickup truck had been following her vehicle for nearly three hours. The caller, who had three other passengers with her, reported that the truck continued to follow them throughout

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Investigation Underway After Reported Incident Involving a Dog

sudbury 2/17/2026 9:55am

UPDATE. On February 14, 2026, police received a report from a community member regarding an incident in which a man was seen kicking his dog. A video of the incident was later circulated online. The dog has since been removed from the individual’s care. Animal Welfare Services have been notified

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WRPS in collaboration with GSPS & TPS arrest 50-year-old for CSAEM

sudbury 2/13/2026 10:42am

The Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Cybercrime – Internet Child Exploitation Unit, in partnership with the Greater Sudbury Police Service’s Internet Child Exploitation Unit, and with assistance from the Toronto Police Service, has charged a Cambridge male as part of an investigation involving

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34-year-old charged with 20 mischiefs – Pine Street, Elm Street, Oak Street

sudbury 2/9/2026 6:35am

Just after 5:15 am this morning, February 9, 2026, officers were dispatched to a mischief in progress on Pine Street. Information provided was that an individual was seen smashing the windows of a vehicle outside a residence. The caller was able to provide officers with a description of the

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Officers arrest 48-year-old after two robberies with imitation grenade

sudbury 2/5/2026 4:15am

Just before 5:10 pm on February 4, 2026, officers were dispatched to a store on Lasalle Boulevard in relation to a robbery. Information provided was that an unknown individual was caught stealing clothing from the store. When staff approached the individual, the individual displayed what was

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Officers investigating assault with a weapon on Elm Street

sudbury 1/27/2026 3:08am

Shortly before 2:25 am on January 24, 2026, officers responded to a disturbance at a fast-food business on Elm Street. Information provided was that an altercation had taken place inside the restaurant and that one individual was seriously injured. Officers arrived on scene and located a 22

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Officers respond to incident on Kathleen Street – Three people in custody

sudbury 1/26/2026 10:26am

Around 11:40 am January 26, 2026, officers responded to an unknown trouble on Kathleen Street where multiple individuals appeared to be injured outside a residence. Upon arrival, officers located three individuals with serious cuts and lacerations. All three individuals were transported to

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ITSU investigating serious collision involving pedestrian on Algonquin Road

sudbury 1/23/2026 3:53am

UPDATE Unfortunately, the 59-year-old, pedestrian has succumbed to her injuries and died in hospital on January 29, 2026. Officers in the Integrated Traffic Safety Unit (ITSU) continue to investigate the collision. ORIGINAL Just before 7:10 pm on January 22, 2026, officers were dispatched

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DEU, ERU and K9 Unit seize $75,000 worth of Fentanyl after high-risk vehicle stop

sudbury 1/22/2026 2:56am

On January 19, 2026, detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded Project Tilton, a drug investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in our community. Members of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and K9 Unit executed a high-risk vehicle stop on Highway

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DEU seizes over $31,000 in illicit drugs and $12,175 in cash after search warrant on Demorest Avenue

sudbury 1/14/2026 3:28am

On January 13, 2026, detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded a drug investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in our community. Based on the investigation, members of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and K9 Unit executed a Controlled drugs and

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Officers seize firearms and close to $160,000 in illicit drugs and cash

sudbury 1/13/2026 6:49am

On January 10, 2026, officers in Patrol Operations began an investigation into an individual believed to be unlawfully in possession of multiple firearms. Based on the investigation, detectives in the Major Crime Section applied for and were granted a search warrant for a residence on Elbow

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Police, OFM and Coroner’s Office investigating death at Energy Court after tent fire

sudbury 1/13/2026 3:42am

UPDATE. We continue to work in collaboration with the Coroner’s Office and the Ontario Fire Marshall’s Office to determine the cause of death and the cause of the fire. The investigation into this incident is ongoing. ORIGINAL Just before 10:00 pm on January 12, 2026, Greater Sudbury Police

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CRU officers seize over $3,400 in illicit drugs after executing arrest warrant downtown

sudbury 1/5/2026 5:19am

At 2:05 pm on January 3, 2026, members of the Community Response Unit (CRU) were conducting a proactive patrol in the downtown core when they saw an individual who was wanted on an outstanding arrest warrant for breach of a conditional sentence. The officers arrested the individual without

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Detectives investigating homicide on MR55 after person welfare check

sudbury 12/22/2025 10:23am

Just before 7:00 am today, December 22, 2025, officers were dispatched to a person welfare check on Municipal Road 55 in Walden. Information provided was that a loved one had concerns about the well-being of a community member due to ongoing issues with a family member. Officers arrived on

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ITSU officers arrest and charge two drivers for alcohol related offences

sudbury 12/22/2025 4:44am

Just before 10:45 pm on December 19, 2025, members of the Integrated Traffic Safety Unit (ITSU) and Patrol Operations were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check on Municipal Road 80 in Val Caron, when officers witnessed a vehicle turn around prior to reaching the check

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Detectives investigating sexual assaults linked to illegal after-hours bar on Cedar Street

sudbury 12/19/2025 9:37am

The Greater Sudbury Police Service is investigating multiple Sexual Assault complaints linked to an illegal after-hours bar previously located on Cedar Street. This establishment has been shut down by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO); however, there are concerns that a similar

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Fatal Industrial Incident Claims Life of 29 year old Man

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Internet Child Exploitation Unit arrest and charge 34-year-old man

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ITSU investigating fatal collision involving young pedestrian on Second Avenue

DEU detectives arrest three individuals for CDSA offences

Officers arrest 34-year-old, man after home invasion and impaired driving incident

Requesting assistance to locate Matthew Francis – wanted on two arrest warrants

ITSU investigating serious collision involving electric scooter in Copper Cliff

Detectives arrest two individuals from Southern Ontario and seize $68,500 in illicit drugs

Requesting assistance to identify driver of electric dirt bike involved in erratic driving incident

ITSU investigating fatal collision involving pedestrian on Westmount Avenue

ITSU charges snowmobile driver after fail to stop

B.E.A.R. Unit arrests prolific offender linked to multiple property-related incidents

DEU seizes $58,500 in illicit drugs during search warrant on Byng Street

Officers seize over $62,000 in illicit drugs after alleged impaired driver complaint

Collaborative effort leads to identification of Missing Person, Pamela Harvey (1978 Greater Sudbury)

Requesting assistance to identify individual involved in an assault in the New Sudbury area

Officers arrest individual for a 3rd time in less than 2 yrs for drug and firearm related offences

UPDATE 2 – Heavy police presence on MR80 – Charges and results of search warrant

ITSU investigating serious collision on MR35/Elm Street

IPV investigation leads to seizure of replica firearm

Requesting assistance to locate 37-year-old, Branden Lalonde – Wanted

Officers seize illicit drugs and cash after traffic stop on Lorne Street

Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Pedestrian on Paris Street

DEU with assistance from ERU and K9 seize $150,000 in illicit drugs

Suspicious Vehicle Complaint Leads to Impaired Driving and Criminal Harassment Charges

Investigation Underway After Reported Incident Involving a Dog

WRPS in collaboration with GSPS & TPS arrest 50-year-old for CSAEM

34-year-old charged with 20 mischiefs – Pine Street, Elm Street, Oak Street

Officers arrest 48-year-old after two robberies with imitation grenade

Officers investigating assault with a weapon on Elm Street

Officers respond to incident on Kathleen Street – Three people in custody

ITSU investigating serious collision involving pedestrian on Algonquin Road

DEU, ERU and K9 Unit seize $75,000 worth of Fentanyl after high-risk vehicle stop

DEU seizes over $31,000 in illicit drugs and $12,175 in cash after search warrant on Demorest Avenue

Officers seize firearms and close to $160,000 in illicit drugs and cash

Police, OFM and Coroner’s Office investigating death at Energy Court after tent fire

CRU officers seize over $3,400 in illicit drugs after executing arrest warrant downtown

Detectives investigating homicide on MR55 after person welfare check

ITSU officers arrest and charge two drivers for alcohol related offences

Detectives investigating sexual assaults linked to illegal after-hours bar on Cedar Street