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FROM/DE: Middlesex OPP DATE: February 8^th 2010 12:00 MIDDLESEX OPP MEDIA BRIEFS (MIDDLESEX CENTRE) On February 7^th a vehicle was stopped by police on Queen Street. Two males are charged with offences under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Liquor Licence Act. (MIDDLESEX CENTRE ON) Middlesex OPP conducted RIDE checks on February 6^th and 7^th. Over 200 vehicles were checked resulting in 4 warnings and 1 charge contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. (LUCAN BIDDULPH) Property was stolen out of a vehicle on George Street overnight on February 6^th. (MIDDLESEX CENTRE ON) A daylight break and enter occurred at a residence on Amiens Road. On February 6^th culprits entered the dwelling and removed power tools. (LUCAN BIDDULPH ON) Middlesex OPP is investigating a break and enter to a commercial business on James Street. Overnight on February 5^th the building was entered. Power tools and computer equipment were stolen. (MIDDLESEX CENTRE ON) Two thefts and a mischief were reported to Middlesex OPP. A theft of a lawn display occurred on February 5^th on Amiens Road. Overnight on February 5^th on Hedley Drive a mailbox was removed and a mailbox on Beechnut Street was damaged. (THAMES CENTRE ON) In the early morning of February 5^th Middlesex OPP checked on a stranded motorist on Dundas Street. The driver was intoxicated. Rodney DEAN age 47 of Woodstock is charged with violations under the Criminal Code and Liquor Licence Act. Anyone with information about these or any other crimes is asked to contact Middlesex OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crimestoppers. - 30 - Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) www.londoncrimestoppers.com Contact: Liz MEVIN Middlesex OPP Community Services Officer Pager: 1-866-877-4781 FROM/DE: Middlesex OPP DATE: Sunday February 7, 2010 12:10 pm FATAL HOUSE FIRE – ADDITIONAL ARRESTS MADE Update (SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX- ON) The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Criminal Investigation Branch under the direction of Detective Inspector G. Walton and the Middlesex OPP Crime Unit made two more arrests in relation to the fatal house fire that occurred on Longwoods Road. On January 29, 2010, Middlesex OPP and three area volunteer fire departments responded to a fully engulfed house fire and later located a victim inside. The deceased male was identified as Christy George HANDS, age 52, of Southwest Middlesex. The cause of death remains undetermined pending further forensic analysis. On February 5, 2010, Sandra Lynn HANDS, age 51, of Southwest Middlesex, turned herself into police. She has been charged with 2^nd degree murder and remains in custody. On Saturday February 6, 2010 OPP arrested 29-year-old Jeffrey YSEBERT and 25-year-old Kortney HIBMA and charged both with accessory after the fact to murder. Both are from Strathory-Caradoc and remain in custody at this time. Police and the Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal continue to investigate the cause of the fire. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). 30 – Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) www.londoncrimestoppers.com Contact: Chris Hunter Middlesex OPP Community Services Officer Pager: 1-888-212-5379 FROM/DE: Middlesex OPP DATE: Saturday February 6, 2010 1:35 pm FATAL HOUSE FIRE – ARREST MADE Update (SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX- ON) The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Criminal Investigation Branch under the direction of Detective Inspector G. Walton and the Middlesex OPP Crime Unit have made an arrest in relation to the fatal house fire that occurred on Longwoods Road. On Friday January 29, 2010, Middlesex OPP and three area volunteer fire departments responded to a fully engulfed house fire and later located a victim inside. The deceased male was identified as Christy George HANDS, age 52, of Southwest Middlesex. The cause of death remains undetermined pending further forensic analysis. On Friday February 5, 2010, a female turned herself into police. Sandra Lynn HANDS, age 51, of Southwest Middlesex has been charged with 2^nd degree murder. She remains in custody at this time. Police and the Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal continue to investigate the cause of the fire. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). 30 – Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) www.londoncrimestoppers.com Contact: Chris Hunter Middlesex OPP Community Services Officer Pager: 1-888-212-5379 FROM/DE: Middlesex OPP DATE: Thursday February 4^th, 2010 2:50 pm MIDDLESEX OPP MEDIA BRIEFS (NORTH MIDDLESEX ON) On February 2^nd at approximately 3:00 pm a business on Ailsa Craig Main Street reported a shoplifting incident. Middlesex OPP investigated the incident and later arrested a male for theft on February 3^rd. Thomas WHYTALL, age 29, of Lucan Biddulph is charged with two counts of theft under $5000.00 and possession of property obtained by crime under $5000.00 contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada. (LUCAN BIDDULPH ON) Middlesex OPP responded to a break, enter and theft to a commercial business on Elginfield Road. On February 3^rd in the early morning hours culprit(s) entered the building and stole two Husqvarna snow blowers, 10 chainsaws and cash. Middlesex OPP continues to investigate the incident. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Middlesex OPP or CrimeStoppers. - 30 - Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) www.londoncrimestoppers.com Contact: Liz MEVIN Middlesex OPP Community Services Officer Pager: 1-866-877-4781 FROM/DE: Middlesex OPP DATE: Wednesday February 3, 2010 9:15 am MIDDLESEX MEDIA BRIEFS (NORTH MIDDLESEX, ON) Middlesex OPP are investigating a fire that damaged a snowmobile shack located just off West Corner Drive. The incident took place sometime overnight on January 31^st, 2010. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Middlesex OPP or CrimeStoppers. (THAMES CENTRE, ON) On February 1^st, 2010, Middlesex OPP located a burnt out vehicle on Lower Cow Path Road. A blue 2001 BMW X54 was completed destroyed by the fire. The vehicle had been reported stolen from the London City area. (MIDDLESEX COUNTY, ON) On Wednesday February 3^rd, 2010 at approximately 2:55 am, Middlesex OPP responded to reports of an erratic driver on Highway 401. Officers responded to the area and stopped the vehicle as it exited onto Veterans Memorial Avenue. The driver, Lucio JIMENEZ, age 27, of London was arrested and charged with impaired driving, over 80 mgs and drive while disqualified contrary to the Criminal Code. (MIDDLESEX COUNTY, ON) Middlesex OPP has responded to a number of wildlife collisions over the past few days. Wildlife collisions can cause extensive damage to your vehicle and potential injury to the vehicle occupants. Remembering these tips could help you avoid a wildlife collision. Watch Scan the road ahead from shoulder to shoulder. When you see wildlife beside the road, slow down and pass carefully as they may suddenly bolt onto the road. Watch for the yellow wildlife warning signs that indicate an area of increased risk. Slow down when travelling through these areas. Use high beams at night where possible and watch for glowing eyes of animals Steer Stay in control. Watch your speed and take extra precautions when driving at night as visibility is greatly reduced. Slowing down will give you that extra second to respond. Never swerve suddenly. This could cause your vehicle to go out of control or head into oncoming traffic. Brake Brake firmly if an animal is standing on, or crossing, the road. Never assume the animal will move out of your way. Stop Stop as safely as possible if a wild animal is crossing the road. Remember, if one animal crosses the road, others may follow. If possible, avoid driving during dusk or dawn when most wildlife collisions occur. Swerving to avoid hitting a wild animal may result in a more serious collision. If hitting a wild animal is unavoidable, remember to stay in control      ... Watch, Steer, Brake and Stop. For more information, visit the Ministry of Transportation website at www.mto.gov.on.ca. - 30 - Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) www.londoncrimestoppers.com Contact: Chris Hunter Middlesex OPP Community Services Officer Pager: 1-888-212-5379
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