FROM: Aylmer Police Service                        DATE:  16 February 2021                

Traffic Stop results in drive under suspension charge;

On 11^th of February 2021, at approximately 12:30 am. Officer on patrol stopped a 2006 Cadillac on Rebecca Dr. Aylmer ON. Investigation revealed that a 32-year-old male driver from St. Thomas was a suspended driver and that the vehicle was not insured. The male was also wanted by St. Thomas Police Service for outstanding charges. As a result, male was charged with Drive motor vehicle while under suspension and Drive Motor Vehicle no insurance. He was arrested and turned over to St. Thomas Police Service.

Assault charge:

On 13^th of February 2021 at approximately 10:05 pm., Aylmer Police attended a Talbot St. East Aylmer ON, address in response to an assault complaint involving two males. Police investigation revealed that a 34-year-old male victim from Aylmer ON, and a 54-year-old male accused from Aylmer ON became involved in a verbal altercation over a trespassing and parking dispute. The verbal altercation escalated and the accused spat into the victims face. As a result, 54-year-old male was charged with assault.

Winter Driving Tips:

With the current accumulation of snow resulting in snow covered and icy roads, Aylmer Police would like to remind motorists of some safety tips to make their journey a safe and accident free one.

Majority of collisions occur because drivers do not adjust their driving according to the road conditions. “If you see, snow … go slow.”

Use of four-wheel drive option is of assistance however if you need to slow down, four wheel drive does not decrease stopping time on icy, snow covered roads. Increase your distance, decrease your speed when travelling, and give yourself extra time to reach your destination.

If road conditions are poor, stay home and don’t drive if you don’t have to.

Make sure your fluids especially the windshield washer fluid is topped up in your vehicle.  Keep some tools in your car, like a snowbrush and an emergency kit with blankets, water, and anything else you may need if you get stuck.

Police urge vehicle owners to consider winter tires to assist with traction.

Promotion:

The Aylmer Police Services Board and Chief of Police, Zvonko Horvat are pleased to announce that Sergeant Nick Novacich has been promoted to the rank of Deputy Chief.

Deputy Chief Novacich is in his 26^th year of Policing. He was an Auxiliary member with Aylmer Police Service before joining Woodstock Police Service as a Constable. He then went to Guelph Police Service where he was a tactical team member and a team leader. He moved closer to home and joined St. Thomas Police Service and then transferred to Aylmer Police Service. Deputy Chief Novacich has been with Aylmer Police Service for 13 years responsible for operational and administrative duties and front line supervision. The Deputy Chief position was implemented to better serve the needs of the community, create efficiencies and provide leadership and guidance consistent with the needs of Aylmer Police Service. “Deputy Chief Novacich is an integral member of our leadership team with vast operational and community knowledge and I look forward to working with him in his new capacity.” Comments Chief Horvat

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FROM: Aylmer Police Service                        DATE:  08 February 2021                

Church of God Drive in Service;  

On 7^th of February 2021 Church of God pastor held a service at the church situated on John St. North Aylmer ON. There were approximately 100 vehicles with occupants inside who attended the drive in service. Aylmer Police monitored the service and there were no violations of Emergency Orders observed. A small number of onlookers were also present and parked along the shoulder of the road. There were no reported incidents.

Community safety and well being and enforcement of laws is our top priority during this global pandemic. Aylmer Police will continue to monitor events at the church to ensure compliance with current Emergency and Legislative Orders.

FROM: Aylmer Police Service                        DATE:  08 February 2021                

Fraud Investigation;

On the 17th of December 2020 at 12:21 pm., Aylmer Police received a complaint from a business situated on Progress Dr. Aylmer ON., regarding an $81,012.54 USD fraud. Investigation revealed that the company in Aylmer issued a cheque for the sum of $81,012.54 to the company in United States for products purchased. Investigation revealed that a third party in Kitchener ON cashed the cheque issued. Joint investigation between Aylmer Police and RBC Corporate Investigation Unit resulted in the return of all the funds to the company in Aylmer. Aylmer Police referred the investigation to the Waterloo Regional Police Service for further Fraud investigation within their jurisdiction.

Theft and Recovery of trailers:

On Monday, February 1, 2021, at 08:26 am., Aylmer Police responded to a theft of four trailers complaint at a local business off Chipchase Court Aylmer ON. Police investigation revealed that throughout the night on 31^st of January 2021 between 12:28 am., and 3:58 am., four loaded trailers had been stolen from the business. A tractor-trailer was used to haul the trailers.

Stolen trailers included;

2012 East trailer and a 2015 Wilson trailer each contained approximately $750,000 worth of structural bridge steel for floor beams.

2005 Lode-King PAC-48 trailer and 2007 Lode-King each contained approximately $50,000 worth of steel.
Aylmer Police with the assistance of St. Thomas Police Service and Elgin County OPP continued with the investigation and at 5:27., pm. the four trailers with the contents attached were recovered in St. Thomas at the old Ford factory off Sunset Drive.

Additionally, 53 foot, 2017 white trailer loaded with Shipping racks and an Ottaway Express trailer loaded with General Motors parts stolen from Aylmer on the 31^st of January 2021, were recovered with contents still intact in the area of South Edgeware Rd. and Progress Dr. St. Thomas. Police investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call Aylmer Police at 519-773-3146 Or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Attempt Fraud:  

On 29^th of January 2021, Aylmer Police responded to a attempt fraud call at one of the local stores on Talbot St. West Aylmer ON. A 63-year-old male from Aylmer attended the local store and requested to purchase $600.00 worth of video game gift cards. Quick thinking store employee suspected fraud and contacted police to report the incident. Police investigation revealed that two unknown individuals contacted the male via Facebook Messenger and convinced him to purchase the cards. Actions of the store employee prevented the male from being de-frauded.

Internet Fraud:

On 28^th of January 2021 at approximately 9:19 am., Aylmer Police investigated internet fraud involving google play cards. Investigation revealed that on 25^th of January 2021, a 74-year-old male from Aylmer was contacted by an individual purporting to be a priest asking for help with google play cards for a birthday gift for a friend. Complainant felt the request was legitimate and purchased $300.00 worth of google cards and sent them as per request. He then received a second request for additional $300.00. As a result, victim has been defrauded of $600.00.

Theft of a trailer:

On 31^st of January 2021, at approximately 10:13 am. Aylmer Police responded to a theft of a trailer report that occurred at 76 Spruce St. Aylmer ON. Police investigation revealed that sometime between 29 January 2021 8:30 pm., and 31 January 2021 8:00 am., unknown persons attended the business and stole 2017 TRL white trailer that was loaded with scrap metal. Culprits used a Unknown tractor-trailer to steal the trailer. Police investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call Aylmer Police at 519-773-3146 Or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Theft and recovery of a semi-tractor

On 01 February 2021, at approximately 2:46 am., Aylmer Police responded to a fully engulfed in flames 1999 Peterbilt Semi-tractor off Elm St. Aylmer ON. Police investigation revealed that sometime overnight the truck was stolen along with the Semi trailer loaded with GM parts. The trailer had yellow lettering “Ottaway Express” on both sides. The trailer with the parts is still outstanding. Culprits returned with the truck, parked it at the end of Elm St. and set it on fire. The truck is valued at $70,000. The value of the trailer and GM parts is still being assessed.  Police investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call Aylmer Police at 519-773-3146 Or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.