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CTV News
2 days ago
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Sault police seek info on serious crash that injured e-scooter driver
The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is seeking witnesses or dash cam footage of a serious collision that took place July 18. A motor vehicle and an e-scooter collided around 9:30 p.m. at the intersection of McNabb Street and Great Northern Road. 'The operator of the e-scooter sustained life-threatening physical injuries and was transported to hospital,' police said in a news release Wednesday. 'The driver of the motor vehicle did not sustain physical injuries.' Anyone who witnessed the collision or who has relevant dash cam or surveillance footage is asked to contact Const. Ben Williams at 705-949-6300, ext. 382.
CTV News
08-07-2025
- Sport
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Sault police officer wins bronze at World Police & Fire Games
Special Constable Arbaaz Dhaliwal earned a bronze medal in the 50-metre backstroke at the World Police & Fire Games in Birmingham, Alabama on July 2, 2025. (Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) A member of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service made history by becoming the first from the force to compete – and medal – at the World Police & Fire Games. Special Constable Arbaaz Dhaliwal - Bronze at podium Special Constable Arbaaz Dhaliwal earned a bronze medal in the 50-metre backstroke at the World Police & Fire Games in Birmingham, Alabama on July 2, 2025. (Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) Special Constable Arbaaz Dhaliwal earned a bronze medal in the 50-metre backstroke and placed fourth in the 100-metre backstroke at the international competition, held this year in Birmingham, Alabama, from June 27 - July 6. The event draws thousands of law enforcement and emergency services personnel from around the world. 'We congratulate Special Constable Dhaliwal on his outstanding performance,' the police service said in a news release. Special Constable Arbaaz Dhaliwal - Bronze Special Constable Arbaaz Dhaliwal earned a bronze medal in the 50-metre backstroke at the World Police & Fire Games in Birmingham, Alabama on July 2, 2025. (Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) Dhaliwal, who also serves as a court security officer, represented Canada alongside athletes from more than 70 countries. The next World Police & Fire Games will take place in Perth, Australia, in 2027, where Dhaliwal is expected to compete again. Sault police say they look forward to cheering him on in future competitions.
CTV News
03-07-2025
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Northern Ont. woman facing charges after alleged credit card theft
A 29-year-old woman faces multiple charges after allegedly stealing and using a victim's credit card. An illustration of several credit cards is shown in an October 2022 file photo. (Andrew Vaughan/THE CANADIAN PRESS) A 29-year-old woman faces multiple charges after allegedly stealing and using a victim's credit card last month, police say. On July 1, officers with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's Division 2 Unit arrested the and charged accused following an investigation into a June 23 incident. Sault Ste. Marie Police Service Division 2 The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's Division 2 location is on Brock Street at the corner of Wellington Street East downtown. The new site is beginning initial operations on April 28, 2025. (File photo/Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) Police allege the woman entered the victim's vehicle and stole keys, a wallet containing identification, and bank cards. 'The accused then used one of the bank cards to make purchases of approximately $104 at two different stores,' police said in a news release. Through investigation authorities obtained an arrest warrant before locating and apprehending the suspect. The local woman is charged with theft of a credit card, two counts of possession and use of a credit card, and theft under $5,000. The accused released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court on Sept. 8.
CTV News
03-07-2025
- General
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Ex-teacher turned cop connects with Sault students in liaison role
As the 2024–25 school year concluded, Const. Lyndsey Pilkington of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service reflected on her inaugural year as the city's High School Liaison Officer – a role revitalized last fall through a renewed partnership between local police and school boards. Pilkington, a former teacher turned nine-year police veteran, has spent the past eight months bridging gaps between youth, educators, and law enforcement, emphasizing trust and community over enforcement. A role reborn: From classroom to hallways Pilkington's appointment in November 2024 marked the return of a full-time liaison officer to Sault Ste. Marie's schools after the program had been halted prior to the pandemic. The position, jointly funded by the Algoma District School Board and Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board, serves five high schools, blending crime prevention with mentorship. Pilkington talks with school boards Const. Lyndsey Pilkington's first meeting with the two Sault-area school boards that partnered with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service to restart the High School Liaison Officer program in November 2024. (Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) 'Connecting with youth has always been a focus of mine, whether in the classroom or in uniform,' Pilkington wrote in a blog post reflecting on her first school year in the role last month. Her dual background proved pivotal: 'This opportunity was the perfect fit for me.' Breaking barriers: 'Showing up as a human first' Initial skepticism from students – a challenge Pilkington anticipated – gave way to trust through consistent engagement. 'Policing can come with preconceived notions,' she said, but transparency and casual interactions, like handing out free Frosters coupons for positive behavior, helped dismantle barriers. Operation Freeze For a school project, Gracelyn had to interview a community helper, she chose Const. Lyndsey Pilkington. As a thank you, she received a sweet treat: a coupon for a free Froster from Circle K as part of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's Operation Freeze. (Sault Ste. Marie Police Service/Instagram) By year's end, Pilkington noted she 'exceeded even [her] own expectations' in building relationships. Highlights included mediating conflicts, celebrating graduations, and connecting students with community resources. 'It's about more than just being present,' she wrote. 'It's acting as a bridge.' Chain of Life - Sault As Students Against Impaired Driving Week came to a close on May 16, 2025, students from White Pines Collegiate & Vocational School visited Sault Police at Division 2 to take a photo with their 'Chain of Life' - a powerful visual project made up of pledges from students across local high schools and elementary schools who have committed to not driving impaired or distracted. (Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) Community impact: Small gestures, big ripples The liaison role's success hinged on visibility. Pilkington attended school events, posed for photos, and leveraged initiatives like Circle K's 'Operation Freeze' to reward good behavior. Algoma District School Board Education Director Lucia Reece praised the program's revival when it was announced, citing 'stronger relationships between students and police.' For Pilkington, the rewards were personal: 'Watching this year's graduates cross the stage, knowing I'll meet a new group in September, reminded me why this role matters – for safety and community'. Sault elementary track meet volunteers Const. Lyndsey Pilkington stopped into observe a local elementary school track and field meet in Sault Ste. Marie in June 2025 and observed some familiar faces volunteering from the high schools she serves. (Sault Ste. Marie Police Service/Instagram) Looking ahead: A foundation for the future With summer underway, Pilkington anticipates her second year, buoyed by support from school boards and the police service, who called the partnership 'a critical step in rebuilding trust'. Pilkington - pickleball High School Liaison Officer, Const. Lyndsey Pilkington, having a great time playing pickleball with students from the Kina Awiiya Secondary Program and Prince Charles Secondary School at the Waterfront Adventure Centre in June 2025. (Sault Ste. Marie Police Service/Instagram) 'Thank you to everyone who welcomed me,' Pilkington concluded. 'I'm already looking forward to another great year.'
CTV News
02-07-2025
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Sault teen charged in alleged knife attack
A 16-year-old from the Sault faces multiple charges, including assault with a weapon, following an altercation in the city's north end last week. According to the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service, officers responded to a report of a youth threatening another with a knife in the 300 block of North Street on Thursday at about 7:19 p.m. Authorities said the accused allegedly pushed and punched the victim before chasing them with a knife and striking a residential door with the weapon. 'The accused left the scene prior to police arrival but was located a short time later,' investigators said in a news release Wednesday. The teen was charged with assault with a weapon, assault, mischief, failure to comply with a release order, and breach of recognizance. The accused was held in custody pending a court appearance over the weekend.
