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FROM: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS BRANCH DATE: September 1, 2010 ORANGEVILLE POLICE SERVICE POLICE CONTINUE TO SEARCH FOR MISSING ORANGEVILLE WOMAN UPDATE- POLICE NOW SUSPECT FOUL PLAY IN HER DISAPPEARANCE (ORANGEVILLE, ON) – The ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Sonia VARASCHIN, which is being conducted under the direction of Detective Inspector Mark Pritchard of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) is continuing after ground, air and trail searches have failed to locate her whereabouts. Investigators at this point, based on forensic examinations of both her residence and the area where her car was located, believe that Sonia VARASCHIN has met with foul play. On August 30, 2010, members of the Orangeville Police Service commenced an investigation into the disappearance of 42-year old Sonia VARASCHIN of Orangeville after she had failed to show up to work as expected that day. A white Toyota Corolla belonging to Sonia VARASCHIN was found parked in an alley way near Broadway Street at approximately 10:00 AM that morning and what appeared to be blood was found both on the vehicle and at her Spring Street residence. Sonia VARASCHIN has not been seen or heard from and is described as being approximately 5’1” tall, 125 lbs and brown hair with lighter coloured streaks. Orangeville Police Chief Joseph Tomei is urging members of the public who may have seen Sonia to immediately contact the dedicated tip line which has been set up at (519) 941-2522, extension 2211or to call to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Police are also requesting that members of the media not contact the VARASCHIN family during this difficult time as their request for privacy must be respected. The media will be updated at any new developments in this investigation at a media conference to be held at 3:00PM today at the Orangeville Police Service. Contact Person: Provincial Constable Peter Leon Central Region Media Relations Officer Ph: 1-705-329-7414 FROM/DE: Highway Safety Division DATE: August 31, 2010 OPP STEPPING UP ENFORCEMENT for UPCOMING LABOUR DAY Weekend (ORILLIA, ON) – As the hot days of summer draw to a close and people prepare to celebrate the final long weekend of the season, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding motorists and boaters traveling on OPP patrolled roadways, waterways and trails during the Labour Day weekend that they should not be taking any time off from thinking about safety. To this effect, OPP officers will be out in full force patrolling Ontario’s highways, waterways and trails targeting aggressive drivers and marine operators to ensure everyone’s safety. “We are asking everyone to join our efforts by acting responsibly while out enjoying the roads and waterways this upcoming holiday long-weekend” said OPP Commissioner Chris Lewis. “The OPP will continue to demonstrate our commitment to safe communities by being out in full force and targeting those who put others safety at risk”. Numerous lives have been lost on our roadways and waterways this summer. So far this year, 205 people have died in traffic related fatalities in Ontario on OPP patrolled roadways as compared to 199 in 2009. Marine fatalities are down in 2010 to 17 to date as compared to 27 in 2009. Despite this trend, the OPP continues to respond almost daily to calls from people in distress on our waterways. “The increase in the number of fatalities from last year causes the OPP great concern” said Deputy Commissioner Larry Beechey, Provincial Commander responsible for OPP Traffic Safety Programs. “This is not acceptable and our stepped up patrols across the province will be addressing this issue by targeting the aggressive driving and boating behaviours that put the lives and safety of innocent people at risk.” The OPP is calling on all motorists and boaters to keep safety as a priority this long weekend. Slow down and be respectful of others. Leave some extra time to get to your destination and keep extra space between you and other vehicles or vessels. Let’s work together to make this final weekend of summer a safe one. - 30 - Contacts by OPP Region: Highway Safety Division: Sergeant Dave Woodford Phone: (416) 553-5471 Central Region: Sergeant Paulo DiFonte Phone: (705) 329-7415 East Region: Sergeant Kristine Rae Phone: (613) 284-4557 Northeast Region: Inspector Mark Andrews Phone: (705) 471-0704 Northwest Region: Sergeant Shelley Garr Phone: (807) 473-2734 West Region: Sgt Dave Rektor Phone: (519) 652-4156 FROM/DE: Criminal Investigation Branch DATE: August 31, 2010 POLICE CONTINUE TO SEARCH FOR MISSING ORANGEVILLE WOMAN (ORANGEVILLE, ON) – On August 30, 2010 Orangeville Police Service officers began an investigation into the disappearance of 42 year old Sonia VARASCHIN of Orangeville. She had failed to show up to work as expected that day. Sonia VARASCHIN’s white Toyota Corolla had been found parked in an alley way near Broadway Street at approximately 10 AM that morning. Officers saw what appeared to be blood on her car and at her Spring Street residence. Sonia VARASCHIN is described as being approximately 5’1” tall, 125 lbs, brown hair with lighter coloured streaks. A photograph of Sonia VARASCHIN is attached to this release. The Orangeville Police Service is working in partnership with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) under the direction of Detective Inspector Mark Pritchard. A dedicated tip line has been set up at the Orangeville Police Service at (519) 941-2522, extension 2211. Additionally, information about this case can be found on the Ontario Provincial Police Criminal Investigation Branch unsolved cases website at OPP.ca. Tips can be emailed to police from that website. The public can also make an anonymous call to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Police are concerned for her well-being and are urging anyone with information as to the whereabouts of Sonia VARASCHIN to contact the Orangeville Police Service at (519) 941-2522 or their closest police service. SONIA VARASCHIN - 30 - Contact: Constable Jonathan Beckett Media Relations Officer Caledon Detachment Phone: 905- 317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 30, 2010 DRIVER ARRESTED AFTER THREE VEHICLE CRASH (CALEDON, ON.) – On Friday August 27, 2010 at 3:40pm officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment attended a three vehicle collision on Regional Road 50 and Columbia Way in Bolton. The investigation determined that the driver of a Ford Taurus rear ended two vehicles that were stopped for a red light in the northbound lane of Regional Road 50. The driver of the Taurus, sixty year old Charlie BUTLER of Caledon was charged with Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Fail to Provide Breath Sample. His licence was suspended for a period of 90 days under the Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS) program. BUTLER will be making his first appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on October 14, 2010. Nobody was seriously injured in the collision that temporarily closed the northbound lane. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: 905 857 3304/905-317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 30, 2010 OPP CHARGE DRIVER AFTER VEHICLE HOPS CURB (CALEDON, ON.) – On Thursday August 26, 2010 at 9:30pm a civilian approached an officer with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment to report a possible impaired driver had hopped the curb at a gas station on Regional Road 50 in Bolton. The officer located the vehicle, a black Toyota Corolla, and after an investigation was conducted, thirty-three year old Sylvie ZACHARIAH of Brampton was charged with Failing to Provide a Breath Sample. Her licence was suspended for a period of 90 days under the Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS) program. ZACHARIAH will be making her first appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on September 30, 2010. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: (905) 857-3304 / (905) 317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 30, 2010 BACK TO SCHOOL (CALEDON, ON.) – A commercial on television calls it “the most wonderful time of the year”, as students and teachers prepare to usher in a new school year after one of the most beautiful summers in recent memory. For officers with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment there can be no more important time to urge drivers to slow down and to watch for school buses. As the school year gets underway, drivers will need to pack a little extra patience as many young children will be taking the bus for the first time. This means they might require extra time boarding and departing the bus, until they are familiar with the routine. Some important safety tips for students include but are not limited to: Walk, never run to or from the bus Wait for the bus at a safe place away from the road Listen to the bus driver for instructions about getting on and off the bus If you can’t see the driver, the driver can’t see you Never walk or play behind a vehicle Never reach under the bus for something you drop Sit still while the bus is moving Look and listen both ways to be sure it is safe before you cross the street Drivers are reminded that officers will be closely monitoring school zones and school buses so please be prepared to stop, in both directions, when a school bus is stopped with its overhead lights flashing. Even multi-lane roadways such as Highway 9 and 10 and Regional Road 50 require all drivers to stop for the school bus in both directions. Failing to stop for a school bus can result in a charge under the Highway Traffic Act which carries a set fine of $490.00 and six demerit points. Additionally, parents are reminded to avoid parking in school bus drop-off zones and designated fire routes. For more information on school bus safety please visit the Ministry of Transportation’s website at: www.mto.gov.on.ca - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: (905) 857-3304 / (905) 317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 26, 2010 CALEDON MAN FACING SEXUAL ASSAULT CHARGE (CALEDON, ON.) – On Thursday August 19, 2010 at 11:30am officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment began an investigation after receiving a complaint about a sexual assault. The incident occurred when the female victim attended a Bolton area hair stylist with her children on Wednesday August 18, 2010. From the investigation which followed, police have determined that a male employee of the business grabbed the victim and made inappropriate sexual comments towards her. Seventy year old Mario CONTE of Caledon has been charged with Sexual Assault. CONTE will be making his first appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on September 30, 2010. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: (905) 857-3304 / (905) 317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 25, 2010 DRIVER ARRESTED AT RIDE SPOT CHECK (CALEDON, ON.) – On Wednesday August 18, 2010 at 10:38pm officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment conducted a RIDE spot check at the intersection of Castlederg Sideroad and Mount Hope Road. A white Buick was stopped and an investigation commenced after the officer detected the odour of alcohol on the drivers breath. Thirty-three year old Cory WOJDYLO of Caledon was charged with Drive Motor Vehicle Over 80 milligrams of alcohol. His licence was suspended for a period of 90 days under the Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS) program. WOJDYLO will be making his first appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on August 26, 2010. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: (905) 857-3304 / (905) 317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 25, 2010 IMPAIRED DRIVER ARRESTED (CALEDON, ON.) – On Thursday August 12, 2010 at 8:56pm officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment Community Response Unit were travelling eastbound on Mayfield Road near Kennedy Road when a westbound pickup truck caught their attention. The vehicle was weaving in its lane which prompted the officers to conduct a traffic stop in order to check the sobriety of the driver. After an investigation was conducted, forty-three year old Neil GILLIES of Milton was charged with Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Drive Motor Vehicle Over 80 milligrams of alcohol. His licence was suspended for a period of 90 days under the Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS) program. GILLIES will be making his first appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on September 2, 2010. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: (905) 857-3304 / (905) 317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 25, 2010 SPEEDING DRIVER FACING ALCOHOL RELATED CHARGE (CALEDON, ON.) – On Wednesday August 11, 2010 officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment Community Response Unit were monitoring traffic on Coleraine Drive south of Healey Road when a black BMW was observed travelling 40 kilometres per hour above the posted speed limit. The vehicle was subsequently stopped and a criminal investigation conducted after the officer detected the odour of alcohol on the driver’s breath. As a result of the investigation, twenty-eight year old Alana METE of Caledon was charged with Drive Motor Vehicle Over 80 milligrams of alcohol and speeding. Her licence was suspended for a period of 90 days under the Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS) program. METE will be making her first appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on August 26, 2010. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: (905) 857-3304 / (905) 317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 25, 2010 DRIVER FACING IMPAIRED DRIVING AND DRUG CHARGES (CALEDON, ON.) – On Saturday August 7, 2010 at 10:10pm officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment were travelling northbound on Airport Road near King Street when a mauve BMW caught their attention. The vehicle was weaving in its lane and crossed the centre line which prompted the officers to conduct a traffic stop in order to check the sobriety of the driver. After an investigation was conducted, which included an evaluation by an OPP Drug Recognition Officer, twenty-seven year old Jasvir CHOHAN of Brampton was charged with Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Disqualified Driving, Obstruct Police and Possession of Schedule I Substance – Heroin. CHOHAN will be making his first appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on September 13, 2010. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: (905) 857-3304 / (905) 317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 25, 2010 DAYTIME BREAK AND ENTER REPORTED IN BOLTON (CALEDON, ON.) – On Tuesday August 24, 2010 at 4:30pm a homeowner on Autumn Oak Court in Bolton contacted the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment to report a break and enter that occurred during the daytime. From the investigation, it was determined that an unknown suspect forced entry into the residence through the front door while the homeowners were out for the day. Several items including a television, computer monitor, laptop, X-box video game system and a quantity of jewellery were stolen. At this time no suspects have been identified in this break, enter and theft. To better protect your home and valuables Police suggest replacing old doors with solid wood or metal doors and replace small hinge screws with longer screws that reach the homes frame for added strength. Don’t forget to install good quality locks and all doors should have a strong 1” dead-bolt that must be kept locked at all times except when in use. Police are asking anyone with information about this incident to contact Caledon OPP at 905-584-2241 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can submit information online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: (905) 857-3304 / (905) 317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 25, 2010 DRIVER CHARGED AFTER ROLLOVER ON HIGHWAY 10 (CALEDON, ON.) – On Wednesday August 25, 2010 at 6:20am a black pick-up truck rolled over on Highway 10 sending officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment to investigate. It was determined that the driver was travelling southbound when he lost control north of King Street and rolled into the westbound ditch. No other vehicles were involved in the collision that occurred in dry and clear weather conditions. The driver was transported to Headwaters Hospital in Orangeville as a precaution, but was otherwise uninjured. A twenty-two year old male from Proton Station was charged with Careless Driving. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: 905 857 3304/905-317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 24, 2010 VEHICLES DAMAGED AND PURSES STOLEN IN SEPARATE INCIDENTS “Predictable is Preventable” (CALEDON, ON.) – The Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reminding residents of the importance of removing valuables, especially purses and wallets from vehicles, after two recent incidents were reported to the police. On Friday August 20, 2010 at 3:00pm officers attended the parking lot of a local golf course after the owner returned to her vehicle to find a window had been smashed and a purse stolen. The purse contained a wallet, identification, cell phone and a small quantity of money. The vehicle had only been left in the parking lot for a short period time when the theft occurred. The second incident occurred at a local banquet facility and was reported to police on Sunday August 22, 2010 at 10:20pm. Two purses were stolen out of a vehicle while the owners were attending a wedding reception. The vehicle was locked at the time. It is possible that the thieves in both incidents were already in the parking lot when the unsuspecting victims parked their cars. Police are encouraging residents to be aware of their surroundings when parking their vehicle. If someone seems out of place or is acting suspiciously, trust your instincts and report it to the OPP by calling 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP on most cell phones. Remember the best protection is always prevention. Purses, wallets, cell phones, GPS units and other items of value, if left in plain-view, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or not, may entice some individuals to damage your vehicle in order to steal your valuables. Remove your valuables, lock them in the trunk or leave them at home. Lock it or Lose it! Police are asking anyone with information about these incidents to contact Caledon OPP at 905-584-2241 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can submit information online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: 905 857 3304/905-317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 24, 2010 MALE CHARGED AT SPOT-CHECK FOR GIVING FALSE NAME (CALEDON, ON.) – On Thursday August 19, 2010 at 12:10am officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment conducted a RIDE spot-check at the intersection of Healey Road and Humber Station Road. At this time, an investigation was started when one of the officers stopped a Lexus and asked the driver for his documents, which he could not produce. To make matters worse, the driver then provided the officer a false name and address which was eventually discovered by the officer. Twenty-two year old David STOPA of Mississauga was charged with Obstructing a Police Officer. He will make his first appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on September 30, 2010. Police are reminding drivers of their responsibility to carry their drivers licence with them at all times when operating a motor vehicle and to ensure the current registration and proof of insurance is in the vehicle. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: (905) 857-3304 / (905) 317-1588 FROM/DE: CALEDON DATE: AUG 24, 2010 FLEEING DRIVER FACES NUMEROUS CHARGES (CALEDON, ON.) – On Wednesday August 11, 2010 at 9:45am a speeding BMW caught the attention of officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Caledon Detachment. The officers were travelling northbound on Highway 10 north of Mistywood Drive in Caledon Village when a southbound BMW was observed to be travelling 136 kilometres per hour in an 80 kilometre per hour zone. When the officers attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver turned westbound on Charleston Sideroad and attempted to evade the officers by quickly entered a parking lot behind a local business. The driver then accelerated across a patch of grass and re-entered Highway 10 travelling southbound at a high rate of speed which caused several drivers to suddenly brake in order to miss the BMW. The fleeing driver continued to drive recklessly as he was observed to cross into the northbound lanes of Highway 10 several times forcing other drivers to take evasive action to avoid a collision. At the intersection of Highway 10 and Olde Base Line Road the driver lost control of the vehicle, which entered the southeast ditch and came to rest against a fence. The driver was immediately arrested by the responding officers. As a result, twenty-nine year old Andre STUBBS of Mississauga was charged with Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Flight from Police and Fail to Comply with Recognizance along with several Highway Traffic Act offences. STUBBS made his first appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on August 12, 2010. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Jonathan Beckett CSO/Media Officer Caledon OPP--Bolton Community Policing Phone: (905) 857-3304 / (905) 317-1588
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