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CTV News
14-06-2025
- CTV News
Police on Manitoulin arrest 3 in school break-in, theft case
Three people have been charged in connection with recent break-ins in the Manitoulin Island community of Wiikwemkoong. Three people have been charged in connection with recent break-ins in the Manitoulin Island community of Wiikwemkoong. Three people have been arrested and stolen electronics recovered after the Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS) executed two search warrants in connection with recent break-ins at a local school. The warrants, carried out on Wednesday were part of an investigation into a series of break and enters at Wiikwemkoong Junior School. The thefts, which occurred in recent weeks, involved several computers and disrupted school operations. At a residence on Hills Trail, officers recovered stolen computers linked to the incidents. A 42-year-old woman was arrested for breaching her release conditions, along with a 31-year-old man wanted for failing to comply with his release terms. A second search on Wakegijig Avenue led to the arrest of a 32-year-old man, who is charged with possession of property obtained by crime, break-and-enter with intent to commit an indictable offence, theft, mischief, resisting a peace officer and two counts of failure to comply with a probation order. The accused were all held pending bail hearings. Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service exterior sign. June 23, 2024 (Chelsea Papineau/CTV News Northern Ontario) 'The success of this operation is a testament to our officers' unwavering dedication to the safety and service of our community,' said Police Chief Ron Gignac. 'Every offender we remove from our streets contributes to a safer environment for our residents.' Authorities said they will continue to collaborate with school officials and community partners to enhance security for students and staff.
CTV News
09-06-2025
- CTV News
Three injured in side-by-side crash on Manitoulin Island
A crash involving a side-by-side on Manitoulin Island on Sunday morning sent three people to hospital. Emergency crews were called to the single-vehicle collision on Murray Hill Road in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory around 8:30 a.m., Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service said on social media. 'Two of the occupants have been transported to Health Sciences North and one occupant was transported to Little Current Hospital,' police said. 'The injuries sustained by some of the occupants are serious.' An investigation is underway with the help of the Ontario Provincial Police collision reconstruction team. 'If anyone has information with respect to this investigation, please contact the Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service.'
CTV News
28-05-2025
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- CTV News
Manitoulin Island police seize drugs, weapons in traffic stop
Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service seized $11,000 in suspected cocaine and fentanyl along with weapons and other drug tracking paraphernalia during a traffic stop on May 25, 2025. (Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service/Facebook) Two individuals are facing drug trafficking charges after a late-night traffic stop led to the seizure of suspected cocaine and fentanyl. The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service conducted the stop shortly after 1:30 a.m. on May 25. Officers arrested the vehicle's two occupants – a 42-year-old woman and a 43-year-old man – recovering the suspected drugs along with weapons and drug trafficking paraphernalia. Authorities said the estimated street value of the drugs was $11,000. Both suspects were charged with two counts of drug trafficking. The woman faces additional charges of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and obstructing a peace officer. They are scheduled to appear in court on July 29. In a social media post, police emphasized the role of community vigilance in combating crime. 'Reporting suspicious activities or concerns promptly can prevent crimes and help law enforcement act swiftly,' said Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service. Residents are encouraged to submit tips through the service's new online reporting system or anonymously via Crime Stoppers.
CTV News
16-05-2025
- CTV News
85 arrests, firearm seized in northern Ont. offender compliance operation
Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service say too many offenders in the community are failing to comply with release conditions and often end up reoffending.
CTV News
14-05-2025
- CTV News
Wikwemikong Tribal Police warn of counterfeit bills
The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service warns of counterfeit $20, $50, and $100 bills – identified by darker colour, repeated serial numbers, and the word "COPY" – circulating on Manitoulin Island, urging vigilance and to report encounters to police.
