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Police officer seriously injured in stabbing in Wiikwemkoong
Wikwemikong Tribal Police said the incident took place while officers were responding to an incident around 4 a.m. Monday on Andrew Crescent. A police officer in Wiikwemkoong was stabbed early Monday morning and was taken to Health Sciences North in Sudbury for treatment by Ornge Helicopter. In a news release, Wikwemikong Tribal Police said the incident took place while officers were responding to an incident around 4 a.m. on Andrew Crescent. The release said the officer 'sustained knife-related injuries,' but didn't say why police were responding or the sequence of events leading to the injury. 'We ask for continued patience and cooperation from the community as our police services work diligently to gather information and bring clarity to this situation,' the release said. Two men, ages 19 and 20, 'have been taken into custody in connection with the occurrence.' 'There is no ongoing threat to public safety. The Ontario Provincial Police and UCCM Anishnaabe Police are assisting with the investigation.' Ontario Provincial Police confirmed Monday afternoon the officer 'sustained serious injuries.' 'Further information will be released as it becomes available,' the OPP said. Anyone with information regarding the investigation is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online.
CTV News
a day ago
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Police officer stabbed in Wiikwemkoong, two men in custody
Wikwemikong Tribal Police said the incident took place while officers were responding to an incident around 4 a.m. Monday on Andrew Crescent. A police officer in Wiikwemkoong was stabbed early Monday morning and was taken to Health Sciences North in Sudbury for treatment. In a news release, Wikwemikong Tribal Police said the incident took place while officers were responding to an incident around 4 a.m. on Andrew Crescent. The release said the officer 'sustained knife-related injuries,' but didn't say why police were responding or the sequence of events leading to the injury. 'We ask for continued patience and cooperation from the community as our police services work diligently to gather information and bring clarity to this situation,' the release said. Two men, ages 19 and 20, 'have been taken into custody in connection with the occurrence.' 'There is no ongoing threat to public safety. The Ontario Provincial Police and UCCM Anishnaabe Police are assisting with the investigation.'
CTV News
16-07-2025
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Teen charged after vehicle rollover on Manitoulin Island
Ontario Provincial Police and the UCCM Anishnaabe Police Service responded to a single-vehicle rollover on Highway 540 in Bllings Township on Manitoulin Island at about 4:30 a.m. on July 6, 2025. (Supplied/Ontario Provincial Police) A 19-year-old man from Mono is facing impaired driving charges after Ontario Provincial Police responded to a single-vehicle rollover earlier this month. At about 4:30 a.m. on July 6, OPP officers, with assistance from the UCCM Anishnaabe Police Service, arrived at the scene on Highway 540 in Billings Township. Authorities said the officers detected an odour of alcohol on the driver and administered a roadside breathalyzer test using an approved screening device. The driver was transported to the Little Current Detachment for further testing. 'There were no injuries as a result of this collision,' OPP said in a news release Wednesday. Charges and penalties As a result of the investigation, the teen was charged with two impaired driving offences – including operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of more than 80. In addition to the criminal charges, the driver received a 90-day licence suspension and the vehicle involved was impounded for seven days at the owner's expense. The accused is scheduled to appear in court in Gore Bay on Aug. 26. 'Making the call' In the news release and a related social media post, OPP reiterated warnings about the dangers of impaired driving. Report impaired drivers Ontario Provincial Police are urging the public to report suspected impaired drivers. (File photo/Supplied/Ontario Provincial Police) 'Remember, no amount of drugs or alcohol is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver, please call 911,' said OPP Const. Berkley Parisien. 'Your phone call could save someone's life.'
CTV News
28-06-2025
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5 arrested, $45K in drugs seized in Manitoulin Island raid
UCCM police seized more than 160 grams of cocaine, crack and fentanyl with an estimated street value of more than $45,000 from a residence in M'Chigeeng. Loading the player instance is taking more time than usual Loading the player instance is taking more time than usual A joint operation between the UCCM Anishnaabe Police and the Ontario Provincial Police has resulted in a significant drug seizure and multiple arrests in M'Chigeeng First Nation. UCCM Anishnaabe Police vehicle An undated photo of an UCCM Anishnaabe Police vehicle. (File photo/Supplied/UCCM Anishnaabe Police) On Friday, officers with UCCM police's crime and canine units, alongside frontline officers from the Indigenous police service and OPP, executed a search warrant at a residence on 40 Johnny's Park Drive following reports of drug trafficking in the community. Police seized 163 grams of cocaine, 18 grams of crack cocaine, and 66 grams of fentanyl, with an estimated total street value of $45,234. Five individuals were arrested without incident: A 23-year-old from M'Chigeeng First Nation, charged with two counts of drug trafficking and failing to comply with a release order. A 28-year-old from Little Current, charged with two counts of drug trafficking. A 30-year-old from M'Chigeeng First Nation, also charged with two counts of drug trafficking. A 20-year-old from Sudbury, charged with two counts of drug trafficking and failing to comply with a probation order. A 26-year-old from North York, charged with two counts of drug trafficking and possession of property obtained by crime. UCCM Police Chief James Killeen confirmed the details in a news release on June 27. UCCM Anishnaabe Police crest The United Chiefs and Councils of Manitoulin Anishnaabe Police crest on the sleeve of Chief of Police James Killeen during a press conference in Ottawa on June 12, 2023. (Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press) The joint effort UCCM police, OPP and Wikwemikong Tribal Police operate a combined Integrated Street Crime Unit targeting organized crime on Manitoulin Island, focused on seizing illegal drugs, firearms, and proceeds of crime. Authorities urged community collaboration to combat drug trafficking and related violence, highlighting its ties to 'home invasions, serious assaults, and homicides,' as well as addiction and homelessness. Anyone with information about any criminal activity in the region is asked to contact UCCM Police at 705-377-7135 or Crime Stoppers anonymously. 'Together we can make a difference,' police said.
CTV News
02-06-2025
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Police activate licence plate scanners for crime detection on Highway 6
Stationary automated licence plate readers began operating at the intersection of Highway 6 and Beedahban Miikun in Whitefish River First Nation on May 30, 2025. (UCCM Anishnaabe Police Service/Facebook) Stationary automated licence plate readers (ALPR) are now operational at the intersection of Highway 6 and Beedahban Miikun in Whitefish River First Nation. The system scans licence plates entering and leaving the Manitoulin District, capturing infrared and colour images at a rate of up to two plates per second. Designated officers with the United Chiefs and Councils of Manitoulin Anishnaabe Police Service can flag plates linked to serious investigations, including missing persons cases, homicides, Amber Alerts, human trafficking, drug trafficking and organized crime. 'It is important to clarify that this system is not to be primarily used to detect speeding violations or other offences under the Highway Traffic Act,' police said in a news release. Unflagged plates are automatically purged after seven days to comply with privacy laws. The initiative, which began May 30, was developed in consultation with Ontario's privacy commissioner and aims to enhance public safety and assist law enforcement agencies nationwide. Signage has been installed to notify the public of the ALPR's presence. In the release, police urged community members to report crimes anonymously through Crime Stoppers or directly to local police at 705-377-7135, saying the most effective way to protect the region is to share information. UCCM Anishnaabe Police crest The United Chiefs and Councils of Manitoulin Anishnaabe Police crest on the sleeve of Chief of Police James Killeen during a press conference on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Monday, June 12, 2023. (File photo/Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press) (Sean Kilpatrick) Authorities said the damage caused by drug trafficking is 'real and lasting.' 'Drug trafficking brings with it serious consequences, including home invasions, violent assaults, homicides, addiction, homelessness and overdose deaths,' police said. 'Together, we can make a difference,' added Police Chief James Killeen.
