NORTH BAY MEDIA RELEASES DETACHMENT COMMANDER – Staff Sergeant Irving Sloss (705) 495 - 3878 CALL 1-888-310-1122 FOR POLICE	KEEPING YOU INFORMED KEEPING YOU SAFE
FROM/DE: North Bay DATE: September 1, 2010 Labour Day Weekend (North Bay, ON) – Labour Day Weekend which starts on Friday, September 3^rdand ends on Monday, September 6^th, 2010 will see people travelling to their cottages or their favourite vacationing spot as this is our last long weekend of the summer. North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), which includes North Bay, Mattawa and Powassan Detachments, anticipates an increase in traffic. “Being prepared and alert at all times is key to a safe arrival wherever your destination maybe” states Detachment Commander – Staff Sergeant Irving Sloss. Motorists are urged to practice safe driving by reducing their speed, remaining calm in stressful situations, using their signals, always checking their blind spots, keeping a safe distance from other vehicles and being courteous to other drivers. Speeding, tailgating, aggressive driving such as weaving in and out of traffic and not yielding the right-of-way can lead to collisions. "A moment’s inattention can result in injury and death," states Inspector Mark Andrews - Traffic and Marine Commander, North East Region. "Drivers are drifting across the centre line for whatever reason, possibly distraction or fatigue and slamming into oncoming traffic. Drivers seem to let down their guard in sunny weather and are less alert to what's going on around them." As of August 25, 2010, 43 people have died in the North East Region on OPP patrolled roadways, two being in the North Bay Detachment area. The OPP remains relentless in saving lives and reducing injuries on Ontario highways, trails and waterways. This weekend won’t be any different and traffic safety will be our focus with particular attention to drinking and driving, excessive speed, aggressive driving and non-use of seatbelt. Marine patrols are scheduled on all main bodies of water within our detachment area. Play your part by making safety your first responsibility when boating. About 90% of people who drown in recreational boating incidents are NOT wearing a lifejacket/personal floatation device. So find one that suits your needs and wear it! Drinking and operating your vessel is against the law. Lastly, ensure you have the prescribed equipment for the vessel size and configuration. You may obtain more information from your local OPP Detachment. You can also contact The Boating Safety Info Line at 1-800-267-6687 or on the web at: www.ccg-gcc.gc.ca. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Carolle Dionne Community Services Officer / Media Relations North Bay OPP Detachment (705) 495-3878 ext. 3155 www.opp.ca www.twitter.com/OPP_News FROM/DE: North Bay DATE: August 31, 2010 Aircraft Enforcement Nabs a High Speeder (WEST NIPISSING, ON) – On Saturday, August 29, 2010, North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with the OPP Aircraft Enforcement Patrol conducted traffic enforcement on Highway 17 in the Municipality of West Nipissing. In just a few hours, officers issued 9 speeding offences all 30 km/h over the posted speed limit including one in excess of 80 km/h. As a result, Michael AMO, 40, of North Bay was charged with Race a motor vehicle as per s. 172 (1) of the Highway Traffic Act. His drivers licence and vehicle were seized for 7 days. AMO is scheduled to appear for court in North Bay on September 17, 2010. *** On Saturday, August 28, 2010 shortly after 6:00 a.m., North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Anishinabek Police Service responded to a motor vehicle collision on Highway 17 in Commanda Township. The vehicle was travelling eastbound when the driver lost control and crossed both lanes of traffic into the northbound ditch flipping the vehicle onto its top. The driver suffered minor injuries and was transported to the North Bay General Hospital where he was treated and released by North Bay Ambulance Services. Investigation revealed that the vehicle involved in the collision had been stolen from a residence in Commanda Township. The male driver, Andrew PATTEN, 22, of Frederiction, New Brunswick was charged with Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle, s. 253 (1) (a) and with Theft over $5,000, s. 334 (a) as per the Criminal Code. PATTEN was held for bail hearing on August 30, 2010. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Carolle Dionne Community Services Officer / Media Relations North Bay OPP Detachment (705) 495-3878 ext. 3155 www.opp.ca www.twitter.com/OPP_News FROM/DE: Powassan OPP DATE: 30August2010 FATAL MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT (Chisholm Twp. Powassan, ON) – Powassan OPP, with the assistance of North East Region Technical Traffic Investigators are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that happened around 3pm the 30August2010. Paul BRUBACHER, DOB – 18December1992 of 1776 Memorial Park Drive, Chisholm Twp., was west bound on Memorial Park drive operating a farm tractor towing a load firewood. Brubacher lost control of the tractor which resulted in the tractor rolling over and coming to rest in the north ditch. Brubacher sustained fatal injuries. An autopsy will be held the 31Aug2010. - 30 - Contact: Sgt Tim Sheppard Phone: 1-705-495-3878 FROM/DE: North Bay DATE: August 30, 2010 Let’s Remember Adam – Stop for the School Bus (North Bay, ON) – “It’s time to think about school bus safety” is the message from the staff of the Ontario Provincial Police, the Ministry of Transportation, the North Eastern Ontario Trauma Related Education Committee and their invaluable community partners in preventing school bus related injuries and fatalities. School starts in less than two weeks and those yellow school buses will be on the road delivering our future leaders to and from school each day. On 11 February 2000, Adam Ranger, who was 5 years old, was killed while exiting a school bus. Since that time the Ranger family along with numerous civic minded businesses and organizations have pressed for changes to school bus safety and an awareness of the dangers of not stopping for a school bus. Since the launch of the “Let’s Remember Adam – Stop for the School Bus” Campaign in August 2005, over 30 billboards have been erected through out Northern Ontario. Now comes the official launch of the “Lets Remember Adam” website. The website can be accessed at www.letsrememberadam.org Here you will find links to legislation and to provincial statistics outlining the charges that have been issued in various parts of the province for motorists who have failed to stop for a school bus. In Ontario, more than 800,000 children travel on school buses to and from school each day. Every young passenger’s life is worth protecting. Ontario legislation requires drivers to stop when approaching a stopped school bus with its upper red lights flashing. Whether you are travelling on a city street, a highway or country road, and regardless of the speed limit and the number of lanes, motorists travelling in both directions must stop when approaching a stopped school bus with its upper red lights flashing. Violators can face fines of up to $2,000 and six demerit points. As of September 2005, the legislation states that the registered owner of vehicles can be charged. This change in legislation makes it easier for bus drivers to accurately report to police vehicles that do not follow the passing legislation. - 30 - Contact: Staff Sergeant Rob McDonald or Jeff Griffith North East Region O.P.P. Ministry of Transportation (705) 475-2600 (705) 497-5453 FROM/DE: North Bay DATE: August 30, 2010 SCHOOL BUS SAFETY (North Bay, ON) – “It’s time to think about school bus safety” is the message from the officers of North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment. In Ontario, more than 800,000 children travel on school buses. Every young passenger’s life is worth protecting. Ontario law requires drivers to stop when approaching a stopped school bus with its upper red lights flashing. Whether you are travelling on a city street, a highway or country road, and regardless of the speed limit and the number of lanes, motorists travelling in both directions must stop when approaching a stopped school bus with its upper red lights flashing. (The only exception: on highways separated by a median, traffic coming from the opposite direction is not required to stop). Do not start moving until the red lights have stopped flashing and the bus begins to move. Violators can face fines of up to $2,000 and six demerit points. As of September 2005, the legislation states that the registered owner of vehicles can be charged. This change in legislation makes it easier for bus drivers to accurately report to police vehicles that do not follow the passing legislation. A few safety tips for parents – Your child’s school bus safety can be improved by following a few simple steps. We urge parents to talk to their children about school bus rules. Remind them to wait for the school bus in a safe place, away from traffic and the street. Stay away from the bus until it comes to a complete stop and the driver signals you to enter. When being dropped off, exit the bus and walk ten giant steps away from the bus, out of the danger zone. Be aware of the traffic around you. Even though drivers are required to follow certain rules not all of them do. “Be alert and protect yourself!” - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Carolle Dionne Community Services Officer / Media Relations North Bay OPP Detachment (705) 495-3878 ext. 3155 www.opp.ca www.twitter.com/OPP_News FROM/DE: Mattawa DATE: August 30, 2010 UPDATE SUSPECT APPREHENDED (CALVIN TOWNSHIP, ON) – An overnight search ended on Sunday, August 29, 2010 after police received what was initially a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on Highway 17 in East Ferris Township. At the time of the investigation, the driver of the vehicle fled the scene heading into the bush towards Boundary Road, Calvin Township. A loaded firearm was located in the front seat of the vehicle. However, there was no indication the male was armed or that there was a concern for public safety at the time. At approximately 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, August 29, 2010, a Mattawa Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer observed an individual matching the suspect’s description running into the bush area of Boundary Road in Calvin Township. OPP officers with the North Bay Detachment cluster, North East Region Emergency Response Team, Canine Units, Central Region Tactical Response Unit as well as the OPP Helicopter attended the location and contained the area. Shortly after 12 noon, the suspect was apprehended with the assistance of the Canine Unit and members of the Emergency Response Team. Jeffrey M. LAMARRE, 27, of North Bay, Ontario has been charged with: Impaired Operation s. 253(1)(a) of the Criminal Code (CC); Careless Use of Firearm, Weapon, Ammunition s. 86(1) CC; Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose s. 88 CC; Unauthorized Possession of Firearm s. 91(1) CC; Unauthorized Possession of Weapon s. 91(2) CC; Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm/ammunition s. 95(a) CC; Possession of Weapon Obtained by Crime s. 96 (a) CC; and with Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 in Canada s. 354(1) (a) CC LAMARRE is being held for a bail hearing scheduled in North Bay on Monday, August 30, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Carolle Dionne Community Services Officer / Media Relations North Bay OPP Detachment (705) 495-3878 ext. 3155 www.opp.ca www.twitter.com/OPP_News FROM/DE: Mattawa DATE: August 29, 2010 SUSPECT FLEES AREA (CALVIN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Mattawa Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint on Saturday, August 28, 2010 at approximately 6:55 p.m. The complaint was of a possible impaired driver travelling eastbound on Highway 17 in East Ferris Township. The vehicle was subsequently located by a Mattawa OPP officer in Calvin Township. The driver fled the scene heading into the bush towards Boundary Road, Calvin Township. Further investigation revealed the individual had in his possession a loaded firearm which was located in the front seat of the vehicle. As a result, officers from the North Bay Detachment cluster, the North East Region Emergency Response Team, Canine units, Highway Safety Division, an OPP Helicopter and the Central Region Tactical Response Unit attended and searched for the male subject. There is no indication the male is armed or that there is a concern for public safety at this time. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Carolle Dionne Community Services Officer / Media Relations North Bay OPP Detachment (705) 495-3878 ext. 3700 www.opp.ca www.twitter.com/OPP_News FROM/DE: North Bay DATE: August 25, 2010 SEEKING PUBLIC’S ASSISTANCE (French Township, ON) – North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fire which occurred sometime between July 6, 2010 at 10:30 p.m. and July 7, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. in French Township. On July 19, 2010, police received a report that a 1977 Taurus camper trailer, 21 feet, parked in the area of Eighty Acre Lake Road in French Township. The trailer was completely destroyed as a result of a fire. If you have any information, please contact the North Bay OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or if you wish to remain anonymous, the Near North Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. - 30 - Contact: Provincial Constable Carolle Dionne Community Services Officer / Media Relations North Bay OPP Detachment (705) 495-3878 ext. 3155 www.opp.ca www.twitter.com/OPP_News Press Release The NHL Alumni Tour, presented by Scotiabank, brings the heat to the Local Law Enforcement All-stars in North Bay This annual event promises to be the best yet! North Bay, Wednesday October 27th, 2010: Scotiabank brings the greatest game on ice to North Bay, giving you opportunities to meet some of the most renowned hockey players of all time! No one should miss this unique chance to shake the hand of hockey hall of famers, and Stanley cup winners. This exciting and entertaining game will feature players from such hockey legend teams as Toronto Maple Leafs, Detroit Red Wings, Chicago Black Hawks and many more. They are not only here to challenge members of the local Law Enforcement All Stars team to the on-ice hockey game of their lives but to raise money for Ontario Special Olympics with the Law Enforcement Torch Run. “We are very excited to showcase an exhibition game with North Bay’s local heroes from the Law Enforcement All Star team” said Mark Napier, Executive Director, NHL Alumni. “We cherish the chance to get together as Alumni to play with old friends and promote the game of hockey across Ontario, all while raising money for a great cause.” This entertaining game for the whole family includes an exciting skills competition, hilarious on-ice gags and some of the most highly profiled former players in the NHL. This always sold out event, which takes place on Wednesday October 27th, 2010, at 7pm at the North Bay Memorial Gardens Sports Arena. A total of 20 games will be exhibited in participating cities across Ontario, through to April 2011. For more details for please call 1-877-431-0685. Scotiabank is proud to provide exciting experiences like the NHL Alumni Tour for hockey fans in our community. As Canada's Hockey Bank, we've seen first hand the love that Canadians have for this game, and through this Tour we are able to support an event that raises much needed funding and awareness for children with physical and mental disabilities. All funds raised through Torch Run events are aimed at programs that directly support and affect all community-based Special Olympics activities. Funds are channeled into community programs, assisting with a variety of expenses including games travel, accommodation, meals, staff support, grants to new community programs, athlete training, public education, volunteer/coach training and development initiatives like school programs (which opens up opportunities to new younger athletes).  The Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run (www.ontario.torchrun.org) is a community based, province-wide event that sees the "Flame of Hope" being carried right across Ontario by members of the Law Enforcement from communities right across the province. The objective of this and other events is to raise funds for and awareness of the Special Olympics movement in Ontario. The NHL Alumni (www.nhlalumni.net) is a non-profit organization, which serves as a liaison for 28 local alumni groups. The Association has adopted the motto of "Hockey's Greatest Family", providing programs and assistance for all retired NHL players, including career transition with the Life After Hockey Program. The NHL Alumni (www.nhlalumni.net) is a non-profit organization, which serves as a liaison for 28 local alumni groups. The Association has adopted the motto of "Hockey's Greatest Family", providing programs and assistance for all retired NHL players, including career transition with the Life After Hockey Program. About Scotiabank: As the Official Bank of the NHL®, NHLPA®, NHL Alumni™ and the CWHL, Scotiabank is very proud to be Canada’s Hockey Bank. Scotiabank has a long tradition of supporting hockey in Canada from local teams and minor hockey associations to professional players and leagues. Through its partnerships, Scotiabank’s hockey programs enrich the communities where Canadians live and work by engaging fans and players in new ways to celebrate our game. Scotiabank supports the passion and pride Canadians feel for hockey and believes it is fundamental to helping young people learn about teamwork, camaraderie and the spirit of competition. Scotiabank also has partnerships with the Calgary Flames® and the Ottawa Senators® whose home arena is Scotiabank Place. For more information, on Scotiabank’s hockey programs visit www.scotiahockeyclub.com For more information: Dylan Wade, NHL Alumni Association, 416.798.2586 ext: 33 Or Livy Feldgajer, Scotiabank Public Affairs, 416-866-6203
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