NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a warrant on an address in Barrie in respect to intimate partner violence occurrences that originated in the Township of Essa.
On May 2, members of the Nottawasaga OPP Crime Reduction Unit (CRU), with the assistance of Barrie Police Tactical Unit, executed a warrant on a residence on Glenwood Drive in Barrie.
A 39-year-old male from Barrie, was held pending a bail hearing for the following charges:
- Assault causing bodily harm - two counts
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- Harassing communications
- Uttering threats - two counts
- Extorsion
- Intimidation - use or threatens use of violence
- Fail to comply with prohibition order
- Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order
The Nottawasaga OPP Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) is a specialized unit tasked with the mandate of identifying, targeting, and apprehending individuals involved in high-priority criminal activities, including those wanted on outstanding warrants. The CRU plays a pivotal role in enhancing community safety and ensuring that justice is served by removing potentially dangerous offenders from the streets.
Victims of domestic violence are not alone. If you need support or know someone that does, there are local resources here to help. You can contact the Victim Services of Simcoe County 24 Hour - Crisis Line for assistance at 1-866-923-3938. To report the incident to police please contact the Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or by dialing 911 if you are in an immediate crisis.
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