Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Breach of Probation

(CHAPLEAU) – On May 15, 2009 at 11:06 pm The OPP investigated a report of a group of youths kicking a fence on Lorne Street. A patrol was made and as a result one young person was arrested for being intoxicated in a public place and charged with Breach of Probation under The Youth Criminal Justice Act.

Motor Vehicle Collision

(CHAPLEAU) – On May 16, 2009 at 3:54 am The OPP investigated a motor vehicle collision involving a 1993 Chrysler Intrepid and a moose. The collision occurred on Highway 101 in Cochrane Township and resulted in minor injuries to the female driver and moderate damage to the vehicle. The moose ran into the bush.

Stunt Driving

(WHITE RIVER) – On May 16, 2009 at 10:30 am officers patrolling Highway 17 in Vasiloff Township had occasion to stop a southbound Toyota Matrix travelling in access of 50 kilometres over the posted speed limit. This resulted in Burim DUKAJ, age 35 of Richmond Hill being charged with operating a motor vehicle while performing a stunt. The vehicle was impounded and the accused’s driver’s licence was suspended for seven days. He will appear in Traffic Court at a later date to answer to the charge.

R.I.D.E. – Several RIDE checks throughout the Superior East patrol area resulted in 840 vehicles being checked with no infractions noted.

TWO BREAK AND ENTER’S REPORTED

(Aweres Twp., ON) – Two residences were reported broken into on Sunday, May 17th in Aweres Twp.

One residence in the 100 block of Maki Lake Road had the door kicked in.

Another residence in the same area reported jewellery, a stereo, DVD’s and tools stolen.

LAIRD DISPOSAL SITE GATES DAMAGED

(Laird Twp., ON) – The gates to the Disposal Site were rammed sometime over the weekend.

The locks were broken and gates were open with old fibreglass left at the scene.

OVERDUE DRIVER AND PASSENGER LOCATED

(Duncan Twp., ON) – On Sunday, May 17th at approximately 8:00 pm two male occupants went “off roading” in a 4 wheel drive Jeep in the area behind Jardin Mine Road.

At one point, the jeep became stuck in mud and the driver was unable to move it.

Members of the Sault Ste. Marie OPP detachment received a 911 telephone call from a cell phone at 5:50 am on Monday, 18th, May 2009.

The driver advised the general area where they were stuck, cold and wet.

The OPP Emergency Response Team was dispatched to the area with a 4 wheel drive and All Terrain Vehicles (ATV’s).

The OPP helicopter had been dispatched when they were not initially located.

The two males, age 27 and 17 were located at approximately 2:00 pm in Duncan Township, southwest of Trout Lake.

Both were in good condition and did not require medical attention.

Telemarketers and Door-to-Door Sales Representatives

(Elliot Lake, Ontario) The East Algoma OPP is receiving calls about door-to-door sales representatives and Telemarketers.

Here are a few tips for you. When listening to the sales pitch of a Telemarketer or door-to-door sales representative ask yourself the following questions:

1. Do you really need the product or service being offered?
2. Do the claims of the product or service being offered seem reasonable?
3. Are you being pressured into purchasing this product or service?
4. Do the people selling the product or service have all the proper permits and qualifications to do so?

Always remember that you have the right to say “NO” to Telemarketers and Door-to-Door sales persons.

Not all telemarketers or door-to-door salespeople are dishonest or high-pressure. Do your homework. Don’t make quick decisions. Check out the company calling you on the phone or standing at your door. Don’t be afraid to look at alternatives to what is being offered and to speak with other people or professionals that are in the know about the product or service being offered.

For example if the company is making claims about health risks and how their product can alleviate those problems check with your doctor or your local Health Department before making a commitment.

An informed consumer is a smart consumer.

The City of Elliot Lake has a by-law requiring all door-to-door sales people to acquire a “Mobile Vendors” permit. Before even letting a sales person in your residence make sure that they produce this permit to show that they are properly licensed to conduct business in the your city.

Although it should be noted that not all telemarketers and door-to-door sales people are high-pressure the majority can be. And although it may not be illegal to use this method to sell a product or service, it could be considered misleading. Remember you have the right to say “no” and hang up the phone or close the door.

If you are having a problem with a telemarketer or door-to-door sales people you can contact the Ministry of Consumer and Business Services at 1-800-268-1142.

LOCK IT UP OR YOU MAY LOSE IT

(Elliot Lake, Ontario) The somewhat warm weather is upon us and the OPP is currently investigating several thefts of bicycles and other summer toys.

May 16th, 2009 a resident of Bouck Rd in Elliot Lake reported to police that sometime in the last month unknown person(s) had stolen a bicycle from his yard. The bicycle is described as a 21 Speed TREK mountain bike, adult size, orange/rust in color, in new condition. He also reports that sometime between 7:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. on May 16th, 2009 unknown culprit(s) entered his driveway and removed a hockey net, with red metal tubing construction with white netting, approximately weight of 60lbs.

Police also received a report of another stolen bicycle on May 17th, 2009. The bicycle was stolen from the area of Esten Beach. It is described at a new Norco Outpost bicycle, red and gold in color.

Everyone is reminded to lock up bicycles when not in use. Ensure all valuable toys are put away when leaving the residence or turning in at night.

Anyone with information regarding the above thefts is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477