PHARMACY ROBBERY UPDATE

The Cornwall Community Police Service would like to report that one man has been arrested, and a warrant has been issued for the arrest of the second man, in relation to the armed robbery which occurred at a local pharmacy on June 20, 2016.

On June 24, 2016, a Public Notice media release revealed that on June 20, 2016 shortly after 9:00 p.m. two men wearing bandanas or cloths over their faces entered a local pharmacy and stated that this was a robbery. One of the men brandished a knife as they demanded cash and narcotics. Once the men removed a quantity of cash and narcotics they fled the scene in a van prior to police arrival. The matter was assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division and an investigation ensued.

On July 5, 2016, members of the Criminal Investigation Division attended the Ottawa Carleton Detention Centre and charged Matthew Armstrong, age 29, of Ottawa, with Armed Robbery, Possession of a Dangerous Weapon, Possession of a Disguise with Intent, Drive while Disqualified, and 2 counts of Theft of Motor Vehicle.  He was located and arrested in Ottawa on June 22, 2016, after having fled Ottawa Police Officers in a stolen motor vehicle taken from Cornwall.  Further investigation revealed that he was one of the men involved in the pharmacy robbery.  He remains in custody awaiting a Bail Hearing.

@Ottawa_Traffic hey- what’s going on??? Almost got hit by a orange runaway truck! Full police chase on now! pic.twitter.com/8yKE1eaYdx

— Theresa Ellwood (@theresaeellwood) June 22, 2016

The second man involved in the robbery has been identified as Adam Martin, age 33, of Akwesasne, Ontario.

A Warrant has been issued for his arrest.  He should be considered armed and dangerous.  Anyone with any information regarding his whereabouts is asked to contact the Cornwall

FAIL TO ATTEND

Cornwall, ON – Tyler Laplante-Hough, 20 of Cornwall was arrested on August 15^th, 2016 and charged with failing to attend for prints. It is alleged the man was scheduled to attend for prints on August 10^th, 2016 and failed to attend. On August 15^th, 2016 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Symphony Pierce, 23 of Cornwall was arrested on August 15^th, 2016 and charged with breach of recognizance for failing to report and breach of probation for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged the woman failed to report as directed on July 22^nd, 2016 and August 8^th, 2016. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On August 15^th, 2016 the woman was located by police, taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

Cornwall, ON – Joel Sarault, 18 of Cornwall was arrested on August 15^th, 2016 and charged with breach of recognizance for failing to report, failing to reside at an approved address, failing to notify a change of address and failing to abide by conditions of bail. It is alleged the man breached his conditions and police were contacted to investigate. On August 15^th, 2016 the man was located by police, taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

DANGEROUS DRIVE, MISCHIEF

Cornwall, ON – Lance Martin, 46 of Akwesasne was arrested on August 15^th, 2016 and charged with dangerous driving and mischief. It is alleged on August 15^th, 2016 the man drove a motor vehicle in a dangerous manner when he purposely drove through the arm barricade at the port of entry. The man later returned to deal with the matter and police were contacted. The man was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on September 22^nd, 2016.

BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Alain Boudrias, 39 of Cornwall was arrested on August 15^th, 2016 and charged with breach of recognizance for having consumed alcohol and breach of two probation orders for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged on August 15^th, 2016 police attended a Fourth Street address for a breach complaint. Once on scene they found the man in breach of his conditions. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

MISCHIEF, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Sylvain Legault, 53 of Cornwall was arrested on September 6^th, 2016 and charged with mischief and breach of probation for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged on September 6^th, 2016 while in custody on unrelated charges the man damaged the lock mechanism in the cell block area. He was charged accordingly and remained in custody for a bail hearing.

BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Shane Blanchard, 27 of Cornwall was arrested on September 6^th, 2016 and charged with breach of recognizance for being outside his residence without supervision. It is alleged on September 6^th, 2016 the man was spotted outside his residence without supervision by a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service in the area of Guy Street. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

DRIVE DISQUALIFIED

Cornwall, ON – Kanathonson Horn-David, 23 of Akwesasne was arrested on September 6^th, 2016 and charged with drive while disqualified. It is alleged on September 4^th, 2016 the man was spotted driving a motor vehicle when he attended the Port of Entry despite being prohibited from driving Canada wide. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On September 6^th, 2016 police attended the Port of Entry as the man was present for an unrelated matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court at a later date.

DANGEROUS OPERATION, MISCHIEF, ENDANGERING CHILD

Cornwall, ON – Taylor Cole, 23 of Akwesasne was arrested on September 6^th, 2016 and charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, mischief and endangering child. It is alleged on September 6^th, 2016 the woman was operating a motor vehicle and failed to stop at the port of entry. She then drove in a dangerous manner, damaged the Port of Entry gates all the while in the company of children. The woman later returned to the Port of Entry to deal with the matter and police were contacted. She was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court at a later date. 

BREACH, POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Cornwall, ON – A 43-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on September 6^th, 2016 and charged with breach of recognizance for communicating with his ex-girlfriend and for being within 30 meters of her place of residence. He was also charged with possession of controlled substances. It is alleged on September 6^th, 2016 the man was spotted leaving his ex-girlfriend’s residence by a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service. He was taken into custody and found to be in possession of a hydromorphone pill as well as a suboxone pill. He was charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as the conditions stem from a domestic matter and would identify the victim in the matter.

CRTF Continues to Disrupt Organized Crime

On Monday September 12, 2016, Cornwall Regional Task Force (CRTF) investigators attended the Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA) Cornwall Port of Entry (POE) to follow up on a domestic contraband seizure. As such, Kevin BUCKSHOT (43 years of age), of Akwesasne, Ontario was arrested for being in possession of approximately 180 kilograms of fine cut tobacco which was concealed in ten (10) vacuum sealed bags. BUCKSHOT was released on a Promise to Appear in Cornwall court on October 20th, 2016

Since our community relations “blitz” operation which was held in June, the CRTF continues to receive great cooperation from the general public. Another example of this occurred on September 13, 2016, when officers received information of suspicious activity taking place at a local shoreline South Glengarry campground. Investigators attended the area to investigate which led to a vehicle stop. Danny RHEAUME (20 years of age) from Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Quebec, was arrested for being in possession of approximately 605 kilograms of fine cut contraband tobacco. RHEAUME also faces a breach of probation charge. He was later released on a Promise to Appear in Cornwall court on October 25th, 2016.

In addition to these seizures, on September 14th, 2016, the CRTF participated in an operation led by the Valleyfield RCMP and Sûreté du Québec which resulted in a seizure of approximately 1,450 kilograms of contraband fine cut tobacco and the arrest of one male from the province of Quebec.

These seizures of fine cut tobacco translate into roughly 2,235,000 cigarettes or 11,174 cartons of product that will not be reaching the illicit contraband market.

The individuals noted above, have been charged under the provisions of the Excise Act, 2001 and also potentially face charges under the provincial Tobacco Tax Act.

ASSAULT CAUSE BODILY HARM

Cornwall, ON – Thomas Bodin, 22 of Cornwall was arrested on September 26^th, 2016 and charged with assault cause bodily harm. It is alleged during an argument on September 25^th, 2016 the punched a 22-year-old man known to him in the nose causing the man to seek medical attention. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During the investigation the man was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

WARRANT

Cornwall, ON – Christopher Chicoine, 35 of Cornwall was arrested on September 26^th, 2016 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged the man breached his probation order and a warrant was issued for his arrest. On September 26^th, 2016 the man was located by police, taken into custody on the strength of the warrant and released to appear in court on October 25^th, 2016.

BREACH

Cornwall, ON – A 56-year-old Akwesasne man was arrested on September 26^th, 2016 and charged with breach of probation for being within 100 meters of a person`s residence and for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged on September 26^th, 2016 the man attended the residence of the person he has conditions not be within 100 meters of and police were contacted to investigate. During the investigation the man was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as the conditions stem from a domestic incident and would identify the victim in the matter.

‘NORTHERN SPOTLIGHT’ CHARGES 25 WITH HUMAN TRAFFICKING OFFENCES

OPP Coordinated Investigations in Ontario

(ORILLIA, ON) – Numerous charges have been laid by police following the fifth installment of a coordinated, national investigation to suppress human trafficking.

As part of Operation Northern Spotlight, members of 36 police services from across Ontario directly engaged with people suspected of partaking in the sex trade, potentially against their will. During coordinated investigations over a six-day period, police charged 25 people with 67 offences. Police were also able to ensure the safety of 16 people who had been working in the sex trade as a minor or against their will. A total of 207 police officers and support staff engaged with 199 people and offered them information and contacts with community-based support agencies.

Charges include Trafficking in Persons under 18, Trafficking in Persons, Procure Sexual Services under 18, Procure Sexual Services, Receive Material Benefit under 18, Receive Material Benefit, Communicate for the Purpose of Obtaining for Consideration the Sexual Services of a Person, Exercise Control, Make Child Pornography, Distribute Child Pornography, Possess Child Pornography, Child Luring, Advertise Another Person’s Sexual Services, Assault, Obstruct Police, Resist Arrest, Weapons Dangerous, various Controlled Drug and Substances Act (CDSA) offences and Failure to Comply with Court Orders and Conditions including Breaches of Recognizance and Probation.

The following Ontario police services participated in this phase of Operation Northern Spotlight: Amherstburg Police Service, Akwesasne Police Service, Barrie Police Service, Brantford Police Service, Brockville Police Service, Chatham-Kent Police Service, Cobourg Police Service, Cornwall Community Police Service, Durham Regional Police Service, Gananoque Police Service, Guelph Police Service, Halton Regional Police Service, Hamilton Police Service, City of Kawartha Lakes Police Service, Kingston Police Service, LaSalle Police Service, London Police Service, Midland Police Service, Niagara Regional Police Service, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Orangeville Police Service, Ottawa Police Service, Peel Regional Police Service, Peterborough Police Service, Port Hope Police Service, Rama Police Service, RCMP, Sarnia Police Service, Six Nations Police Service, St. Thomas Police Service, Stratford Police Service, Greater Sudbury Police Service, Toronto Police Service, Waterloo Regional Police Service, Windsor Police Service, and York Regional Police.  Seventeen additional police services and several RCMP municipal detachments across Canada also participated in Operation Northern Spotlight.

QUOTES

“Canada’s police leaders remain committed to fighting human trafficking through intelligence-gathering, working with our law enforcement and community partners to support victims, and continuing our enforcement efforts. Operation Northern Spotlightmodels the successes that all police services can achieve when we work together and coordinate our limited resources.”

– Deputy Commissioner Rick BARNUM, OPP Investigations and Organized Crime

“Human trafficking victims often represent extremely vulnerable populations. These victims rarely identify themselves to authorities. Therefore, sharing information about and maintaining relationships with community agencies are critical to effectively respond to the crime and to refer victims to appropriate community-based resources, where available, for assistance.”

– Detective Superintendent Dave TRUAX, OPP Criminal Investigation Services

BREACH

            Cornwall, ON – A 42-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on October 20^th, 2016 and charged with breach of probation for communicating with his ex-girlfriend, being within 100 meters of her residence and for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged on October 20^th, 2016 the man was located at his ex-girlfriend’s residence despite his conditions. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

WARRANT

            Cornwall, ON – Troy Square, 41 of Akwesasne was arrested on October 21^st, 2016 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged in June, 2016 the man drove in a dangerous manner damaging the toll plaza traffic arms when he failed to stop at the Port of Entry. Police were contacted and a warrant was obtained for his arrest. On October 21^st, 2016 the man was located by a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service at a local gas station. He was taken into custody on the strength of the warrant and held for a bail hearing.

Cornwall port runner faces multiple charges

October 25, 2016    Cornwall, Ontario     Canada Border Services Agency

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced today that a woman is facing multiple charges after failing to comply with a request for a secondary examination at the Cornwall port of entry.

On October 5, 2016, Justine Jacobs, 31, of Akwesasne, was referred for a secondary examination at the Cornwall port of entry.

Instead of complying with the request, Jacobs fled the port of entry and did not report for the secondary examination driving south towards Cornwall Island at a high rate of speed. The CBSA alerted the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service, who captured Jacobs and transported her and her vehicle back to the port of entry. Upon examination of the vehicle, CBSA officers found several bags of undeclared fine cut tobacco weighing a total of 90.7 kilos in the trunk.

On October 13, 2016, Jacobs was charged with hindering an officer and Evading compliance contrary to sections 153.1 and 153(c) under the Customs Act.

She was released on a promise to appear in court on November 8, 2016.

Quote:

“Running the port of entry is extremely dangerous, as it  puts the driver, passengers, other travellers, border services officers, Seaway International Bridge Authority toll booth operators, maintenance workers, pedestrians and cyclists at risk of serious injury. Port runners will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”

 

Steve MacNaughton, Director, CBSA Ottawa District

Quick Facts

• Anyone with information about suspicious cross-border activity is encouraged to call the CBSA Border Watch toll-free line at 1-888-502-9060.

CRTF Seeking Public’s Assistance In

Relation to Multi-Kilo Cocaine Seizure 

CORNWALL ONTARIO – On the afternoon of August 12, 2015, while on marine patrol in the Bainsville area of the St. Lawrence River, the Cornwall Regional Task Force’s (CRTF) marine unit observed a large grey boat, occupied by two individuals, traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed.

This boat was followed to the center of the river near a channel marker where it met with an 18 foot Lund fishing boat occupied by one individual.  An exchange of suitcases occurred between the boats.

When the marine unit moved in to investigate, all three males departed westbound at a high rate of speed in the grey boat, leaving the Lund boat adrift.  The suspect boat was followed westbound at a distance and the assistance of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS) was requested.  The grey boat was followed into a marshy area located north of Simard Island and east of Yellow Island, where two suitcases containing 47 kilograms of cocaine were retrieved from the weed beds.

The suspect boat is described as a pleasure craft style, possibly a Doral or Champion make; painted flat grey; completely hollowed out with exception of one captain chair and powered by two white Evinrude 300 horsepower outboard motors.

CRTF members assisted by the AMPS marine unit continued their search of the area in an attempt of locating the suspect vessel. It is believed it continued west into US waters via the St. Regis River.

The abandoned Lund boat was retrieved and seized by police for its involvement in this drug transaction.

The CRTF are continuing to investigate this crime in an effort in identifying those involved and bringing them to justice.

“The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service’s officers work tirelessly to reduce the amount of harmful drugs reaching Akwesasne.  This is another example of how the Police Service works effectively with area agencies to keep drugs out of our communities”, stated Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service Chief of Police Jerry Swamp.

“A cocaine seizure of this magnitude represents a major disruption to criminal organizations involved and has prevented a significant amount of drugs from reaching our streets”, stated Insp. Steve Ethier, OIC of the CRTF.

If you have any information regarding this crime, you can contact the CRTF at 1-613-937-2800

WARRANT

Cornwall, ON – Wayne Bigtree, 57 of Cornwall was arrested on November 29th, 2016 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged the man failed to attend court on November 21st, 2016 for drug offences and a warrant was issued for his arrest. On November 29th, 2016 a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service assumed custody of the man from Akwesasne Police as the man had been taken into custody by Akwesasne Police on an unrelated matter. The warrant was executed and he remained in custody for a bail hearing.

THEFT UNDER $5000

Cornwall, ON – Scottie Brownell-Lauzon, 25 of Cornwall was arrested on November 29th, 2016 and charged with theft under $5000. It is alleged on November 29th, 2016 the man entered a Brookdale Avenue store and removed a quantity of hoodies making no attempt to pay for the items as he left the store. Police were contacted and took the man into custody after a brief foot chase. He was charged accordingly and released to appear in court at a later date.

Multi-agency investigation dismantles a human smuggling operation in Cornwall-Massena

Cornwall Ontario    –         Canada Border Services Agency, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service, Massena Border Enforcement Security Task Force

Five people have been arrested following a seven-month investigation into a human smuggling operation in the Cornwall-Massena area as part of Operation Project Oinertia.

Operation Project Oinertia was a joint investigation involving the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS) and the Massena Border Enforcement Security Task Force (BEST) that focused on north and southbound human smuggling of foreign nationals in Cornwall, Ontario, St. Regis, Quebec and Massena, New York.

On October 20, 2016, search warrants were executed by the CBSA, RCMP and AMPS at residences in Quebec and Ontario. As a result, five people have been arrested and four people have been charged.

Huai Guo Li, 59, of Carignan, Quebec, is charged with three counts of conspiracy under paragraph 465(1)(c) of the Criminal Code of Canada and one count of aiding or abetting the illegal entry to Canada of one or more persons under section 18(1) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA).

Donald Benedict, 44, of Cornwall, Ontario, is charged with two counts of conspiracy under paragraph 465(1)(c) of the Criminal Code of Canada and one count of aiding or abetting the illegal entry to Canada of one or more persons under Section 18(1) of the IRPA.

Edwin Benedict, 48, of Cornwall Island, Ontario, is charged with two counts of conspiracy under paragraph 465(1)(c) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

Jessica Martin-Conners, 43, of Cornwall Island, Ontario, is charged with one count of conspiracy under paragraph 465(1)(c) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

The investigation is ongoing and more charges may follow.

Quotes

“The CBSA works closely with its national, international and local law enforcement partners to detect and prevent illegal cross-border activity such as human smuggling. This is an excellent example of how law enforcement organization work together to stop the illegal movement of people across our shared borders.”

–       Jeff Davidson, Director, CBSA Northern Ontario Region, Enforcement and Intelligence Operations Division

“The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service has long-standing investigative partnership with all area law enforcement agencies. And in this case, it has yielded the desired effects.”

–       Jerry Swamp, Chief of Police, Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service

“Ensuring that the shared border is a hindrance to criminal groups but transparent to law enforcement is a primary goal for the BEST. This case is a prime example of United States and Canadian authorities working together to identify, disrupt, and dismantle criminal organizations attempting to exploit our borders.”

–       James C. Spero, Special Agent in Charge of Homeland Security Investigations Buffalo

Quick Facts

• All persons seeking entry into Canada or the United States are legally required to report to the CBSA or the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Those who fail to report properly will be subject to enforcement action and foreign nationals may be prohibited from returning to Canada or the United States.
• Under section 117 of IRPA, no person shall knowingly organize, induce, aid or abet the coming into Canada of one or more persons who are not in possession of a visa, passport, or other document required by IRPA.
• All allegations involving the illegal entry of persons into both Canada and the United States are taken very seriously and fully investigated to ensure that the security of our borders is not compromised.

• Anyone with information about suspicious cross-border activity is encouraged to call the CBSA Border Watch toll-free line at 1-888-502-9060.

In partnership to protect our borders

CORNWALL ONTARIO – From March 6 to 9, 2017, the Cornwall Regional Task Force (CRTF) along with its Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) partners will be conducting high visibility patrols to promote border security.  The goal of this operation is to highlight the importance of border security, to seek input from area residents and to answer any questions they may have.

“Our engagement with the communities we serve has assisted us with securing our borders”, stated Insp. Steve Ethier, officer in charge of the CRTF, “Through collaboration with local law enforcement agencies, the public can continue to assist us in deterring organized crime from establishing itself within our neighbourhoods thereby ensuring safer communities and a more secure border. If you see or hear something you would consider suspicious, report it!”

“Border security involves our partners (RCMP and CBSA) and the residents of our communities”, stated Insp. Mike Mulhearn, officer in charge of the Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry (SDG) OPP Detachment.

If you have any information regarding criminal activity in your area, please contact your local police as soon as possible so they can take action. The CRTF can be reached at 1-613-937-2800 or 1-800-387-0020.

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Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Submits 140-Acre

Land In Trust Application
Community Development a Tribal Priority

AKWESASNE —  In step with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s strategic planning, community development is at the forefront of Tribal Council’s actions. On March 1, 2017, the Tribal Council submitted its third land to trust application to the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The 140-acre parcel of reservation land is within a land claim area known as the Hogansburg Triangle.

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The SRMT is seeking sovereign jurisdiction and authority over a unique parcel of land that is designed to host infrastructure initiatives that bring connectivity, sustainable energy sources and construction resources together, serving the territory and bridging the digital divide in broadband capabilities throughout the North Country.  Building a future for the community includes impacting the local and regional economy through business relationships, planning and infrastructure and sustainable revenue capacity. Chief Eric Thompson explains the growth initiatives, “Our tribally owned broadband enterprise, Mohawk Networks, LLC, erected an FCC approved 400’ tower that enables our wireless, high-speed Internet technology to expand services off territory through our subsidiary, North Country Broadband. The Tribe’s new Planning and Infrastructure building is under construction and the $2.6M investment will be completed in April 2017.”

Chief Ron LaFrance commented on a project underway by the Akwesasne Housing Authority to construct a solar farm on land that is included in the trust application, “The AHA’s Go Solar initiative is exactly the type of clean energy project we need to be spear-heading, not only in our community, but in our region.” Under the land in trust process, this property will become part of the reservation and under tribal control and will be exempt from state taxes and regulations.

Chief Beverly Cook stated, “The benefits of a negotiated settlement are not insignificant to Franklin County. It is our hope that the Legislature moves forward with a vote to proceed to a long-awaited settlement. But, in the absence of an agreement, we have a duty to our people to expand our territory and return land to its rightful ownership. The projects we have underway are exciting for our region; they’re creating jobs, impacting the economy through increased connectivity and redefining power sources that are kind to our environment.”

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ASSAULT, THREATS

Cornwall, ON – A 35-year-old Williamstown man was arrested on April 27th, 2017 and charged with assault and threats. It is alleged during an argument on April 27th, 2017 the man punched his brother-in-law in the face and threatened to kill his family. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During the investigation the man was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on June 6th, 2017. His name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

MISCHIEF

Cornwall, ON – A 16-year-old Cornwall youth was arrested on April 27th, 2017 and charged with mischief. It is alleged during an argument on April 26th, 2017 the youth punched a hole in a wall and damaged a door at someone’s apartment. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On April 27th, 2017 the youth attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court at a later date. His name was not released as per provision of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

WARRANT

Cornwall, ON – Bryan Reynolds, 41 of Brockville was arrested on April 28th, 2017 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged the man failed to attend court on April 13th, 2017 and a warrant was issued for his arrest. On April 28th, 2017 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody on the strength of the warrant and released to appear in court on May 25th, 2017.

BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Steven Doychak, 44 of Cornwall was arrested on April 28th, 2017 and charged with breach of probation for being outside his residence after having consumed alcohol and failing to keep the peace. It is alleged on April 28th, 2017 police attended a local establishment for a disturbance call and found the man in breach of his conditions. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on June 8th, 2017.

ASSAULT, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – A 23-year-old Cornwall woman was arrested on April 28th, 2017 and charged with assault and breach of recognizance for not residing at a specific address and breach of probation for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged during an argument on April 28th, 2017 the woman punched her boyfriend and police were contacted to investigate. During the investigation it was learned the woman was also in breach of her conditions. She was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on June 13th, 2017. Her name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

OVER 80

Cornwall, ON – Charity Benedict, 29 of Akwesasne was arrested on April 29th, 2017 and charged with over 80. It is alleged on April 29th, 2017 the woman was operating a motor vehicle with her blood/alcohol level over 80 when she was stopped at the port of entry. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During the investigation the woman was taken into custody, charged her accordingly and released to appear in court on May 9th, 2017.

ASSAULT, MISCHIEF, THREATS, THEFT UNDER $5000

Cornwall, ON – A 41-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on April 29th, 2017 and charged with assault, threats, mischief and theft under $5000. It is alleged during arguments on April 29th, 2017 the man punched and pushed his girlfriend on several occasions, took money from her, damaged items within the apartment and threatened to harm her. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During the investigation the man was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

CRIMINAL HARASSMENT

Cornwall, ON – A 46-year-old St. Andrews man was arrested on April 30th, 2017 and charged with criminal harassment. It is alleged during an argument on April 29th, 2017 the man used his truck to block the path of his sister-in-law who was trying to cross the street on foot. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On April 30th, 2017 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on June 6th, 2017. His name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

Cornwall, ON – Windell King, age 36, of Akwesasne, Ontario, was arrested on June 5, 2017.  On June 4, 2017, he was located by police in the area of Water Street and Augustus Street.  It is alleged he was operating a stolen motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.  He fled the area driving erratically.  A police pursuit ensued however was terminated for public safety.

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While continuing the investigation at the Seaway International Bridge toll booth, police observed the motor vehicle break through the gate, travelling at a high rate of speed, headed into Cornwall.   Police intercepted the motor vehicle on Second Street West where the male attempted to flee on foot however was apprehended and taken into custody.

Several marihuana plants were found to be in his possession in the motor vehicle.  He was also implicated in relation to a shoplifting incident on May 31, 2017 at the Cornwall Square.  He was charged accordingly and held for a Bail Hearing.

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Cornwall Island man handed fines and 75 days in jail for running the port of entry

Cornwall Ontario – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced today that Franklin Roundpoint, a Cornwall Island resident, was sentenced to a 75-day term in jail, probation and $2,140 in fines for running the Cornwall port of entry.

On October 26, 2016, Roundpoint was travelling from Cornwall Island and was referred for a secondary examination. He ignored the directions and fled the Cornwall port of entry at a high rate of speed, damaging the port runner gate and the toll booth gate as he returned towards Cornwall Island.

Roundpoint was charged with hindering an officer (under paragraph153.1 (b) of the Customs Act) and evading compliance (under paragraph 53(c) of the Customs Act) and a summons was issued. Cornwall City Police Services were contacted and laid charges of mischief under $5,000 for the broken gates.

He appeared in court on June 29, 2017 and was found guilty of evading compliance and mischief for running the port of entry.

Quote

“This jail sentence and fine sends an important message that running the port of entry is not taken lightly by the courts. Port running is extremely dangerous and puts many people at risk of serious injury. Port runners will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”

–       Jeff Davidson, Director, Enforcement and Intelligence Operations Division

Quick Facts

• Port running includes passing through the port of entry without stopping, failing to remain or leaving the confines of a CBSA port of entry without being released by the border services officer.
• All port runners may be subject to prosecution.
• Anyone with information about suspicious cross-border activity is encouraged to call the CBSA Border Watch toll-free line at 1-888-502-9060.

Cornwall Ontario – Clifford Sunday’s career as a lawyer may be over.  As of this story it’s been suspended.   The former Iron Worker who speaks Mohawk and put himself through law school did not respond to this story. His phone number has a no service recording.  At one point he had been counsel for the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne.

His office was on Second Street in Cornwall, Ontario.

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Mr. Sunday was fined and suspended after not responding to the investigation about the quality of service he provided.

It’s similar to what happened with financial planner Gilles Latour who initially didn’t cooperate with his investigation  by the CMA.

Telling your regulator that they don’t have authority over you certainly is rarely a productive tactic.

Apparently Mr. Sunday can attempt to be reinstated if  he pays his penalties and complies with the LSUC investigation.

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POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Amanda Tryon, 26 of Cornwall was arrested on August 10th, 2017 and charged with possession of Fentanyl and breach of undertaking for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged the woman was in possession of a quantity of Fentanyl when she was stopped at the Port of Entry in the early morning hours of August 10th, 2017. Police were contacted, took the woman into custody, charged her accordingly and held her for a bail hearing.

Cornwall Ontario – As NAV Can gets filled at the taxpayer’s expense as I type these words I think it’s time to maybe consider building a wall in this region between the US and Canada and send the bill to US President Donald Trump.

Now I don’t mean to send to the bill to the US government.  After all Americans are our friends and neighbors.  It’s not their fault for what’s happening.  It doesn’t make sense for Canadians to be footing the bill for a tweet happy President, does it?

This morning I watched a family of refugees nabbed by Akwesasne Police as I was driving to visit the US.   I have a hunch they were on their way to NAV Can before I got back to Cornwall.  This might disturb City Councilor Bernadette Clement’s hen parties at NAV Can or some of the other local clique activities.  The only land area in this region is through the border crossing.  There is easy water access which smugglers have been taking advantage of for years.

It seems utterly insane as these are not Syrian refugees.  Most are fleeing the US; not war torn areas being bombed.   For far too many this is a fiscal refugee situation.   As bad for example as things are in Haiti, and I sure wouldn’t want to live there, I can’t think of any reason to grant immediate asylum, simply because they like our Canadian system and fear the American system over political rhetoric.

Last week a  local University educated gentlemen of reasonably good repute was concerned that the end of the World was nigh over North Korea, which was utter nonsense.   Because of trade issues between the US and China, North Korea makes like the barking dog and pony act that it does so often.

Does anyone believe that China would want or allow a potential nuclear war on its borders?   It’s politics.

So why are we here in Canada paying the bill for the US president’s antics and politics?  Isn’t it bad enough Americans have to?

Don’t misunderstand me.   I tend to not mix into other countries politics.  If I don’t have a vote then I shouldn’t have a say.   I may not agree with other country’s decisions, ; but I am a Canadian citizen and Canada is where I live.

These so called refugees and asylum seekers are simply taking advantage of political mayhem at Canadian taxpayer expense.

So maybe a wall isn’t a bad idea?   Akwesasne is known as a smuggler’s alley, but the traffic is usually the other way.

By crossing over from the US they’re closer to NAV Can which is offering nicer digs than some of the ones being used in Quebec.   Also, many of the refugees want to move to Ontario and not Quebec so it makes sense to cross over here.

It’s not like the US is letting people walk through their customs crossing onto the island.   Their services are far too professional for that kind of behavior.

Canada is an extremely generous country.   We open our doors to many legitimate refugees and should continue to, but fiscal refugees from the US are abusing our good nature and pocketbooks and that’s something that our government should  be nice about.   I’m not sure putting up refugees in hotels is the route to take?  I’m not sure five year waiting lists are the way to go for people that clearly seem to be queue jumping.

As I write this piece the more I’m liking the idea of building a fence and sending the bill to one of President Trump’s companies….

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