Real or Fake? Think fast..... like an officer of B platoon had to do on a traffic stop of a suspended driver today. These are the hazards faced by officers on a daily basis. Handgun was located strapped in a "ready location" within reach of driver.
Correct Answer: Fake
Traffic Stop - Driver was wearing an armored vest, a holstered gun on his waist and was reaching towards the area of a silver gun on the passenger floor. Can you imagine how this appeared to the officers? Guns turned out to be pellet/BB. Intense stop with a safe ending. ^KJ
We are thinking about our friends and colleagues from
@TorontoPolice
and the
@TPSK9
Unit on the tragic loss of Police K9 dog Bingo who was killed in the line of duty by gunfire last night while working to keep TPS members and the public safe. ^jc
We had the coolest vehicle come through our
#HolidayRIDE
Program tonight! The driver and both horses were sober 😁 This definitely made our night. Be safe everyone and Merry Christmas ☃️
@DriveSober
Male with a warrant for his arrest and a court imposed weapons prohibition out for a Monday morning stroll with his "Woodworking Tools." Arrested and held for bail. ^IS
The Sarnia Police continue enforcement on heavy trucks cutting through the city to avoid Bluewater Bridge lineups. This vehicle was stopped at Christina and Michigan cutting through the City of Sarnia and the village of Point Edward. ^IS
Everyone who hates speeding tickets, raise your right foot - or face consequences like this Lightning McQueen impersonator on 50km/h Christina Street.
✅Vehicle impounded for 7 days
✅30-day driver's licence suspension
✅Safer streets for our community
These cute pups were rescued from precarious circumstances last night by SPS officers. They were definitely worth the cruiser cleanup needed afterwards!
All five puppies are now safe and receiving proper care. ^kj
Sarnia Police continue to enforce a zero tolerance approach to commercial motor vehicle traffic taking a shortcut through the city. This is an ongoing source of aggravation for residents and is being dealt with by enforcement action. ^IS
The SPS will be thinking of the family, friends and colleagues of OPP Sgt. Eric Mueller, as he is laid to rest today.
We are reminded of the dangers our police officers face and will remember Sgt. Mueller as a hero in life, not death.
This driver was stopped by a member of D platoon for excessive speeds in the area of Canatara Park tonight. Traveling 93km/h in a 50km/h zone, the driver was charged with stunt driving. The vehicle was impounded for 14 days and licence suspended for 30.
#communitysafety
#teamwork
27-year-old Sarnia man arrested after attempting to flee on a stolen motorcycle early Wednesday morning. Members of D Platoon caught him hiding in a backyard after ditching the bike. The suspect now faces multiple criminal code and highway traffic-related charges and was held for
Constable Rich Scott was flagged down by a citizen who gave him a bag of essentials and goodies for a homeless person. He will be sure it is given to someone in need. Thank you to the kind citizen, acts like yours keep the community's heart beating. ^KJ
Today the Sarnia Police announced details of 'Project Oasis,' a $3.2 million drug seizure that has resulted in multiple charges against two London, Ont. men. Some of the seized items include 15 kg of fentanyl, 3.4 kg of cocaine, weapons and cash.
Fentanyl + Cocaine + Methadone + Bear Spray + Cash + Baggies + Cut + Blender + Knife w/ Swastika = Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (plus more) charges for 2 individuals. Late night stop by uniform officers of B platoon leads to charges. Held for Bail.
^IS
On his last day on the job after 35 years of policing, Insp. Jeff Hodgson challenged himself once more to the Police Fitness Test scoring 93% & was awarded his 2020 Finess Pin by Cst . VanCowenberg & Chief Hansen. Badge
#93
scored a 93! Great job & congratulations on retirement👍
Early morning stop of a female by members of B platoon (Capel and Exmouth) leads to charges of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking - Fentanyl and Possession of a Prohibited Weapon. Keeping our community safe! 👮♀️🚔
#SafetyFirst
^IS
Mother duck walking her children in a row and looking both ways before crossing the street behind the Sarnia Police Station. Makes for a great day to see something like this.
#quackmeup
Constable Obvious spotted a cyclist leaving construction site, on a weekend, with these items.
Male arrested and charged. Items returned to contractor. ^IS
Thank you
@HomeDepot
for the generous donation of personal protective equipment to our medical staff and first responders. Community partnerships at their best 👍
The Sarnia Police Service would like to remind everyone that even though someone doesn't say something or display in a certain way it doesn't mean that they aren't suffering in someway. Please speak up and out to help!
#BellLetsTalk
Chief Nelson and Deputy Chief Farlow close the door on their amazing career with the Sarnia Police Service. Enjoy your retirement you both deserve it and Godspeed!
This driver should have gone for a morning run instead of a morning rum (and coke).
The 26-year-old Sarnia man who was erratically driving this truck early this morning is paying the price for choosing to drink and drive:
❎Charged with Impaired Operation and Over 80
❎Vehicle
At approximately 300AM, patrol officers attended the area of 1616 Blackwell Rd for a male stopped on the side of the road in a truck. When officers arrived the male ran into the bush. Officers learned that the truck was stolen. Officers set up containment in the area. With the
Today marks the final day of Cst. Stoesser's 33 year career with the Sarnia Police Service. Members of B Platoon gathered this morning to wish him well in his retirement. Congratulations Peter!
Not a great de"sai"sion! Officers arrested a male party with these, while on release conditions not to possess weapons or knives. Great job by A platoon officers! ^TV
We are devasted to learn of the murder of OPP Sgt. Eric Mueller.
Our thoughts are with the other officers who have been hospitalized, and their families and colleagues. The SPS mourns alongside the policing community over this senseless loss.
#heroesinlife
Sgt. Jamieson, Constables David and P. Veale are in Quebec today to represent the Sarnia Police Service at the funeral of our fallen colleague, Sgt. Maureen Breau, who was killed in the line of duty 2 weeks ago.
#heroesinlife
@sureteduquebec
^mv
Definition of Important - "of great significance or value; likely to have a profound effect on success, survival, or well being."
Our civilian personnel are an integral part of our organization.
Happy National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week to all of our communicators.^mv
Members of B Platoon attended a call to report a Break and Enter at the beginning of their tour of Duty. Later into their shift, keen officers were able to locate and arrest the accused. Property, as well as other various items were located. ^RM
Members of the community response division are out on the city streets tonight conducting RIDE spot checks. As the holiday season approaches the community can expect to see an increase in RIDE checks to help eliminate the human cost of impaired driving in our community. "JM
ERT officers called in to arrest a high-risk individual on outstanding warrants. Offender wearing body armor and carrying a loaded concealed handgun.
On court-ordered house arrest (bail), probation, and subject to four (4) weapon prohibitions. Multiple charges and held for a
"You can run, but you can't hide". Sarnia Police investigated a motor vehicle collision on Michigan Road. Driver fled scene. Located a distance away by officers, arrested and charged with Impaired and Fail to Remain.
Our flag is at half-mast to mark the passing of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, the 18th Prime Minister of Canada. We honour his life, his legacy and above all his service to Canada. ^jc
Thank you Cst Paquette for your hard work in organizing the 2018 Torch Run for Special Olympics...and for all the previous years too :) A job well done 👏
Yesterday while our organization grappled with the on duty murder of a police officer in BC, an anonymous person dropped off a bouquet of flowers and thank you card at our front desk.
A random act of kindness to remind our members that their efforts to keep the citizens of our
These are the speeds we love to see!
The Sarnia Brigade Minor Baseball Association asked if we could use radar to measure their pitches and Cst. Ross was happy to help. ^jc
#community
Sarnia Police is excited to be moving forward with a key strategic priority by introducing a new K9 Team.
Community youth are invited to welcome our newest police dog by helping us Name the K9!
Contest details can be found in our media release:
Expensive Outing - wheels to fix, sod to lay, impound fees, Impaired Operation charge. And yes, that beer can did come from inside the car.
#drivesober
^KJ
Congratulations to our newest Constables, Keegan Lester & Caleb Berger! Welcomed by Chief Derek Davis and sworn in today by Deputy Chair Paul Wiersma representing the Sarnia Police Services Board. From your SPS family, we wish you both all the best in your exciting careers 👏👮
So many wreaths laid at Veterans Park. Thank you to everyone that attended and paid their respects. Such a great crowd, even with the cold weather. Sarnia loves their vets.
#Lestweforget
“Talk 2 Me Johnny Ruck”
This inaugural Memorial Ruck has been established in honour of Sergeant John Ross Little, CD, who died suddenly on November 22nd, 2021.
The Ruck will start outside the Sarnia Armouries, where John did his recruitment testing and will travel east on
After travelling 135km/hr in a posted 80km/hr zone on Churchill Road, this driver was charged with stunt driving by a member of “D” Platoon last week. Their licence was suspended for 30 days and vehicle impounded for 14 days
#SLOWDOWNMAN
^JD
Inspector VanSickle, Special Constable Ham and Constable Nield Volunteer Their Time at the 22nd Annual Ironworks Bench Press Competition. $15,000 raised for Pathways Health Center for Children. ^IS
@ironworksfit
At noon on 25Feb24
@SarniaPolice
were called to remove people from a Colborne Rd apartment. A male was arrested after a struggle with SPS officers. Further investigation revealed the male to be in possession of various weapons, in contravention of multiple court-ordered weapon
A 16 year old driver has been charged after his vehicle ended up in the St. Clair river yesterday.
Both driver and occupant made it out without injuries.
Great work by all responders:
@SarniaFire
@PointEdwardFire
Media Release: ^jc
To the caring soul who took the time to make these kindness rocks and leave them at our door step, we say "You're very welcome...and THANK YOU!" Kindness is contagious 😊
It is with an extremely heavy heart that I regretfully advise that
#OPP
Provincial Constable Grzegorz Pierzchala was killed today while courageously serving in the line of duty. Our hearts are with his loved ones and all OPP members at this tragic time.
#HeroesInLife
Officers of the Sarnia Police Service possess a diverse skillset. Here Constable Maxim shows that not only can he break a door, but he can repair one as well. ^IS
Great work by the SPS Vice Unit in getting illegal drugs off the streets and two individuals into custody.
We are thankful the officers weren't injured as the accused's rammed their vehicle in an attempt to flee. ^jc
Media Release:
After 30 years of service Constable Jeff Gark reports to duty for the last time. On behalf of the Sarnia Police Service thank you for your service and enjoy your retirement
#gonefishing
May 1st is First Responders Day. Today we share our pride and gratitude with our Sarnia Police Service first responders, along with our colleagues across the City of Sarnia who have dedicated their lives to public service.
The safety and well-being of a community is a shared
Sarnia fire along with Sarnia police are currently on scene of an active structure fire. Located at the U haul storage facility located at 1227 Confederation Street in the City of Sarnia.
Excessive smoke is visible in the area. Traffic is uninterrupted at this time.
MD
On Sunday May 7, 2023 during the early morning hours, a male was on a rooftop in the area of Wellington and Brock with a hatchet. He fled from police and after a brief foot pursuit was apprehended by D platoon officers with the assistance of the Sarnia Police drone. s.r.
Complaints continue surrounding heavy trucks and oversized loads within the city.
The driver and company of this oversized load received fines in excess of $1000 yesterday for:
• Overwidth Load s. 109(2) HTA,
• Overwidth Vehicle s. 109(1) HTA
• Fail to Comply with
Our VICE Unit and Emergency Response Team (ERT) executed a search warrant today which resulted in the seizure of handguns and fentanyl.
Our members did an excellent job safely arresting three individuals and removing weapons and drugs off our streets.^jc
True pleasure and honour to meet Michael Landsberg. Spoke at Bluewater Health Gala and inspired individuals.
#SickNotWeak
Keep up the great work
@heylandsberg
Busy night for officers on the road....a firearm and ammunition removed from the city streets. 2 people were arrested, charged and held for bail. ^JM
#sarniapolice
Deputy Chief Craddock and D/Cst. Van Cowenberg were in attendance to celebrate the grand opening of the new Youth Wellness Hub-Ontario (YWHO).
The SPS is grateful to see the expansion of YWHO into our community, which will provide young people aged 12-25 with a safe and