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There was lots to celebrate at yesterday’s LaSalle Police Services Board meeting! Chief Pearce had the pleasure of presenting Mr. Mohamad Alseblani with the Chief of Police Citizen’s award for his assistance with a vulnerable person call in March. With Mr. Alseblani’s assistance as a translator, he helped identify a wandering elderly male that was located in the area which resulted in him being safely transported home.

Three Chief of Police Commendations were awarded last night to Constable Jaideep Randhawa, Dispatcher Lisa Homenick, and Dispatcher Teresa Pare.

Constable Jaideep Randhawa received the Chief of Police Commendation for his involvement with a complex fraud investigation that involved several jurisdictions in different provinces that resulted in multiple people being charged for fraud.

Dispatchers Lisa Homenick and Teresa Pare were awarded their Chief of Police Commendations for their incredible work to organize and host LaSalle’s first annual Polar Plunge that raised $52,344 for Special Olympics Ontario!

Please join us in congratulating Mr. Mohamad Alseblani, Cst. Jaideep Randhawa, Dispatcher Lisa Homenick, and Dispatcher Teresa Pare!

The LaSalle Police Services Board is pleased to announce the extension of Jason Wood's contract as Deputy Chief of Police with the LaSalle Police Service for an additional three years, extending his term through to December 31, 2029. 

Deputy Chief Woods, who brings over two decades of experience to his role, has served in various capacities within the LaSalle Police Service, including as Acting Deputy Chief, Community Liaison Officer, Criminal Investigations Supervisor, and Staff Sergeant. His continued leadership will be crucial as the Service navigates the challenges and opportunities of modern policing. 

The LaSalle Police Services Board is excited to continue working with Deputy Chief Woods and Chief Pearce, and looks forward to the ongoing progress under their strong leadership. 

Full media release here: https://www.lasalle.ca/en/news/lasalle-police-services-board-extends-contract-for-deputy-chief-of-police.aspx

Shortly after 1:30 a.m. on April 4th, 2025, LaSalle Police Service received a report of a break & enter in progress in the 2200 block of Bondy Street. The suspect was in a previous intimate relationship with the victim and fled on foot prior to police arrival.

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) K9 handler Cst. Holland and his General Service Dog K9 Vinny were requested to assist to locate the wanted female who was believed to still be in the area. She was successfully located and apprehended by K9 Vinny near the residential property. The female sustained minor injuries and was transported to the hospital to receive treatment.

The 28-year-old female was charged for numerous Criminal Code offences and is being held for a bail hearing.

This weekend, LaSalle Police Service charged a 46 and 37-year-old male in two separate impaired driving incidents thanks to the vigilance of witnesses that called 9-1-1 to report it.

During the afternoon on March 28th, LaSalle Police Service received a call for a vehicle that struck a fire hydrant in a residential area and fled the scene. The vehicle was located shortly afterwards, and it was reported that the vehicle almost struck a pedestrian, and that driver had two young children inside the vehicle. The driver was arrested where further investigation showed his blood alcohol concentration level to be over four times the legal limit. The 46-year-old male of LaSalle was charged for Operation while Impaired and Exceed Blood Alcohol Concentration. There were no injuries reported.

On March 29th shortly before 6 a.m., LaSalle Police Service received a call for a vehicle that was stopped in the middle of the road on Highway 3. Officers attended the area and observed a male asleep in the driver’s seat. The driver was arrested and further investigation showed his blood alcohol concentration level was three times the legal limit. The 37-year-old male of Windsor was charged for Operation while Impaired and Exceed Blood Alcohol Concentration.

LaSalle Police Service is thankful that there were no injuries from either incident, and are continuing to encourage drivers to call 9-1-1 to report any possible impaired drivers. Working together, let’s have everyone make it home safely. #ArriveAlive 

UPDATE 25/03/28 at 1:30P.M.:

Further information about the phone calls:

The reason for contacting the recipient ranges for different purposes such as :

-Identity theft

-Phone number is associated to crime in China

-Phone number was used to register a purchase

Possible information the callers already possess: 

-First and last name

-Address

-Email address

-Names of relatives

The callers are female or male with various accents and are attempting to obtain personal information from you. If you receive this call hang up and DO NOT release any personal information. If personal information is disclosed, contact your local police service and bank to notify them of the incident. 

Lasalle Police Service is aware that someone is cloning our phone number and claiming to be a police officer notifying the callers that they have been a victim of identity theft. Reported information so far is that the callers know your first and last name and will provide a fictious badge number and report/occurrence number. Please be aware that this is a scam and that the LaSalle Police Service would not convey identity theft in this manner. If you receive a similar call, DO NOT release any personal information and promptly hang up the phone. Further information to follow. 

During the evening of Monday March 17th, 2025, the LaSalle Police Service conducted a R.I.D.E. Program at various locations within the town. The officers canvassed approximately 556 vehicles and conducted 4 roadside sobriety tests. One motorist was arrested and charged with Operating with Over 80mgs of Alcohol, which resulted in their licence being suspended for 90 days and their vehicle being impounded for 7 days. Officers also issued 34 cautions under the Highway Traffic Act.

UPDATE for Report#25-1407

The LaSalle Police Service has identified the suspect wanted for several criminal offences involving counterfeit currency at a business in the 6000 block of Malden Road on February 8th. The LaSalle Police Service would like to thank the community for their cooperation as the information received has led to the identification of the suspect. A warrant will be sought for his arrest for the charges of Fraud Under $5000, Utter Counterfeit Currency, Possess Counterfeit Money, and Possess Property Obtained by Crime.

On March 3, 2025, the LaSalle Police Service was advised that an ATV was stolen from a property in the 1700 block of Front Road. A 2013 black and yellow Can AM Commander ATV was taken some time between February 20^th-27^th along with a set of keys.

LaSalle Police is asking anyone with information regarding this theft or has seen the ATV to contact us at 519-969-5210 or anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477. 

Report #25-1121

On February 2nd, 2025, the LaSalle Police Service officers were called to a commercial business in the 5800 block of Malden Road for a report of a break and enter that occurred shortly after 5 AM. Investigators reviewed video surveillance that showed two suspects gaining entry by breaking the front door and stealing packs of cigarettes. One of the suspects was identified as Chelsie Gerard,38, of Windsor, who was charged with Break, Enter, and Commit Theft.

The investigation is still ongoing and anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the LaSalle Police Service at 519-969-5210. Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 or catchcrooks.com.

Report #25-1711

On February 18th, 2025, at ~8am, the Traffic Enforcement Unit stopped a vehicle on Highway 18 in LaSalle, that was travelling over twice the speed limit at 122 km/hr in a posted 50 km/hr zone. The 26-year-old male was charge with the offence of Stunt Driving that resulted in an automatic licence suspension for 30 days and a 14 day vehicle impoundment. LaSalle Police Service is reminding drivers about the added risks during the winter due to varying road conditions and the additional time & distance required to come to a safe stop. #slowdown

On February 16th, the LaSalle Police Service has released the scene of the structure fire in the 7700 block of Malden Road where a deceased person was located within the residence. Investigators advise that there is no threat to public safety and that the Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal is still investigating the cause of the fire. There has not been a positive identification for the deceased person and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the LaSalle Police Service at 519-969-5210. Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 or catchcrooks.com.

In the early morning hours on February 15th, the LaSalle Police Service and the LaSalle Fire Service were dispatched to the 7700 block of Malden Road for an active structure fire. After the fire was extinguished, a person was found deceased within the residence. The deceased person is yet to be identified. LaSalle Police and the Office of the Fire Marshal are conducting an active investigation and ask the public to avoid the area due to road closure. Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the LaSalle Police Service at 519-969-5210. Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 or catchcrooks.com.

LaSalle Police Service is warning residents of a fraudulent scheme in the area which involves jewelry being sold for cash in parking lots.   

The victim is approached by the suspect and told that they need money for travel such as buying gas or plane tickets to another city. The suspect shares that they’re willing to sell their gold jewelry (rings, necklaces, etc) for cash. The suspect is usually persistent and after the transaction is complete, victims have later found out that the jewelry is fake and not made of gold.

LaSalle Police Service is reminding residents to be cautious of buying jewelry anywhere other than an official jewelry store and/or merchandiser as it may be difficult to differentiate between what’s real gold and costume jewelry. If you’ve been a victim of this fraud and would like to report it, you can contact us at 519-969-5210 or file an online report on our website.