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CTV News
4 days ago
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Police investigate after body found in the Spanish River
An OPP marine boat is seen in this file photo. Police and the OPP underwater search and recovery unit responded to a report of a deceased person in the Spanish River around 1 p.m. July 20. Ontario Provincial Police say they have yet to identify human remains discovered Sunday afternoon in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township. Police and the OPP underwater search and recovery unit responded to a report of a deceased person in the Spanish River around 1 p.m. July 20. 'The identity of the deceased has not yet been confirmed,' police said in a news release Monday. 'There is no concern for public safety. Further information will be released as it becomes available.' The investigation is ongoing with the assistance of the Manitoulin OPP crime unit, the OPP Forensic Identification Services and the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.
CTV News
02-07-2025
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Illegal fireworks suspected cause of Canada Day fire in B.C. community
File image: Canada Day fireworks are seen on July 1, 2019. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Fred Thornhill) Authorities believe a Canada Day grass fire in Vernon, B.C., was likely sparked by illegal fireworks. Vernon North Okanagan RCMP said flames erupted near Bella Vista Road and Okanagan Hills Boulevard around 11 p.m. Tuesday, but were quickly contained by firefighters. No nearby properties were threatened, authorities said. While the cause of the fire remain under investigation, the RCMP has labelled it as suspicious. 'Evidence gathered at the scene led police to believe illegal fireworks were the cause,' said Cpl. Tania Finn, in a statement. 'The evidence was seized for testing by our Forensic Identification Section.' Witnesses also reported seeing two people on a dirt bike, both wearing full-face helmets, in the area around the time the fire broke out. The RCMP asked anyone with information on the fire – or dash-cam video captured on Bella Vista Road late Tuesday – to contact the Vernon North Okanagan detachment.
CTV News
21-06-2025
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Armed robbery at jewellery store under investigation: OPP
Provincial police are investigating an alleged armed robbery at a jewellery store in Collingwood Friday evening. According to Collingwood OPP, officers responded to reports of the robbery while it was in progress at around 5 p.m. on Hurontario Street. Police say several masked suspects broke into the store while armed with tools and forcibly removed merchandise before fleeing by car. The responding officers secured the scene and began an immediate investigation through witness accounts and nearby video surveillance. Members of OPP Central Region's Forensic Identification Services were involved in collecting and examining evidence. Initial findings of the investigation claim that the incident involved a degree of coordination and planning. Collingwood OPP's Crime Unit is leading the investigation. Police say they are exploring all avenues, including potential links to networked or regional crime activity. Anyone with additional information or footage that may assist the ongoing investigation is asked to contact Collingwood OPP.
CTV News
11-06-2025
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Police investigate bullet holes in Riverview home, request public's help
Codiac Regional RCMP says officers received a call about damage to a property on Munroe Street in Riverview around 6:30 p.m. on April 28. (file image). Police in New Brunswick are asking for the public's help after a homeowner returned from vacation to find what's believed to be several bullet holes on the outside of their home. Codiac Regional RCMP says officers received a call about damage to a property on Munroe Street in Riverview around 6:30 p.m. on April 28. Police say the bullet holes are in various spots throughout the exterior of the home. The incident is believed to have occurred sometime between the evenings of April 25 and 27. A police investigation, with assistance from the New Brunswick RCMP's Forensic Identification Services, revealed the holes were consistent with a firearm. Police are asking anyone in the area who witnessed suspicious activity or heard gunshots between April 25 and 27, or who has information that could help further the investigation to contact Codiac Regional RCMP at 506-857-2400, anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477, or by Secure Web Tips at For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
CTV News
22-05-2025
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Man arrested after knife assault: P.E.I. RCMP
An RCMP vehicle is seen in this file photo. (CTV News Regina) A 26-year-old Beach Point, P.E.I., man has been arrested following a knife assault in the eastern part of the Island. Kings District RCMP responded to a report of an assault involving a knife on Wednesday around 7:20 p.m. The Island EMS and RCMP Police Dog Services were also called to the scene, where RCMP prepared for a high-risk engagement. Police say officers were able to arrest the 26-year-old man before searching the residence where another person was found inside with significant injuries. RCMP began emergency first-aid before Island EMS arrived and were able to stabilize the person who was then transported to Queen Elizabeth Hospital. PEI RCMP Major Crime Unit and RCMP Forensic Identification Services are also part of the ongoing investigation. For more P.E.I. news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
