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CTV News
3 days ago
- CTV News
Ont. man center of massive encampment investigation seeks bail
Robert Ladouceur, who also goes by 'Tattoo Rob' 52. (Supplied) Robert Ladouceur appeared virtually in court Thursday morning, wearing an orange jumpsuit, from a holding room at the Central North Correctional Centre (CNCC) in Penetanguishene. Ladouceur, 52, from Barrie, who also goes by the name 'Tattoo Rob,' was taken into custody on Sat., Aug. 2, after a warrant was issued for his arrest. Police say he is the primary suspect in an ongoing investigation connected to a wooded area near Victoria Street, John Street, and Anne Street South. While Barrie police remain tight-lipped about the investigation, court documents obtained by CTV News reveal Ladouceur is facing numerous weapons-related charges involving a handgun and fleeing from police. Takedown Takedown in Midland, Ont. on Aug. 2, 2025. (Courtesy: Rob Cowan) He is charged with 19 criminal offenses across two separate dates: From July 31: Six counts of careless storage of a firearm, ammunition, or prohibited device Four counts of possessing a restricted firearm Two counts of illegally possessing ammunition From Aug., 2: Two counts of possessing a loaded firearm One count of possessing a restricted firearm One count of transporting that firearm One count of being in a vehicle knowing there was an illegal firearm One count of dangerous operation of a vehicle One count of fleeing from police OPP has been assisting Barrie police with the investigation, including during an arrest operation in Midland. Barrie police previously stated Ladouceur was last seen in a grey Dodge Avenger. While it has not been confirmed whether Ladouceur was driving, photos show a heavily damaged Dodge Avenger and several OPP cruisers with visible damage. OPP pursuit Takedown in Midland, Ont. on Aug. 2, 2025. (Courtesy: Rob Cowan) The 19 charges laid are related to incidents in both Midland and Penetanguishene. It remains unclear whether the arrest was carried out by the OPP or Barrie police. Ladouceur was represented during the virtual court appearance by his lawyer, Eginhart Ehlers, who plans to schedule a special bail hearing. His next court appearance is scheduled for Aug., 13. The allegations against Ladouceur have not been tested in court. With files from CTV News Barrie.
CTV News
4 days ago
- CTV News
Week-long investigation in wooded area near Barrie encampment continues
A section of Barrie's south end remains cordoned off by police. The affected area stretches from Victoria Street to Anne Street in Barrie, Ont. (CTV News/ Rob Cooper) A large part of central Barrie remains cordoned off by police as an investigation that began last Wednesday continues well into Monday. Detectives have been working in the area for several days now. Details are scarce surrounding the large police presence, but here's what we know about the week-long investigation: The night of Wednesday, July 30 - Cordoned off Yellow police tape sanctioned off Victoria Street to Anne Street as officers secured the scene at the homeless encampment last Wednesday. Members with the Busby Centre told CTV News that they have been in the area assisting the community. There are approximately 40 residents that live in this zone. Police tape A section of Barrie's south end remains cordoned off by police. The affected area stretches from Victoria Street to Anne Street in Barrie, Ont on July 31, 2025. (CTV News/ Rob Cooper) Saturday, Aug., 2 - Man arrested On Saturday, a 52-year-old man, Robert Ladouceur, who police confirmed is the primary suspect in this investigation was arrested and remains in custody. Tattoo Rob 1 Robert Ladouceur, 52. (Source: Barrie Police Service/Facebook) Monday, Aug., 5 - Police presence in Huntsville Detectives from the Barrie Police Service Major Crime Unit, as well as additional resources from Investigative Services, are still present in this area Monday, as well as at another location in Huntsville. The large police presence tied to this investigation can be observed in the area of Yearly Road near Cardwell Lake Road in Huntsville on Monday. Yearly Road Yearly Road near Cardwell Lake Road in Huntsville, Ont. (Google Maps) 'To ensure that detectives can conduct a thorough and comprehensive investigation, the Barrie Police Service is not able to provide additional details. At this time, the investigation is isolated, and police will continue to be on scene until further notice,' said Peter Leon, corporate communications coordinator with the Barrie Police Service. Barrie Police have not decided to release any further information.
CTV News
7 days ago
- CTV News
Wanted man located and in custody
Robert Ladouceur, 52, was arrested by police on Saturday Aug 2, 2025 A 52-year-old man from Barrie has been arrested after a warrant was placed for his arrest. In a social media post Barrie Police Service have announced they have arrested Robert Ladouceur and he is currently in Police custody. Police have provided no further details as the investigation is ongoing. According to police, Ladouceur was the primary suspect in an investigation in a wooded area near Victoria Street, John Street, and Anne Street South. When CTV News reached out to Barrie police, they did not clarify whether he is related to a specific encampment investigation that began on Wednesday. This is a developing story and more information will be provided when it becomes available.
CTV News
01-08-2025
- CTV News
Barrie police search for possibly ‘armed and dangerous suspect'
Robert Ladouceur, 52, who police are searching for and believe to be 'armed and dangerous.' Police in Barrie are appealing to the public in their search for a suspect who is wanted for unauthorized possession of a firearm. According to the Barrie Police Service (BPS), Robert Ladouceur, 52, is the primary suspect in an investigation in a wooded area near Victoria Street, John Street, and Anne Street South. Ladouceur, also known as 'Tattoo Rob,' is described by police as a white male measuring five-foot-six in height and 200 pounds in weight, with greyish-brown, short, buzzcut-style hair, blue eyes, and a goatee that is possibly dyed or multi-coloured. Tattoo Rob 2 Robert Ladouceur, 52, who police are searching for and believe to be 'armed and dangerous.' (Source: Barrie Police Service/Facebook) Barrie police say their Major Crime Unit (MCU) detectives and other investigators believe he should be considered 'armed and dangerous.' Police add that he is driving a gray four-door 2013 Dodge Avenger with licence plate DDKJ 754 and they believe he is in the company of a woman. When CTV News reached out to Barrie police, they did not clarify whether he is related to a specific encampment investigation that began on Wednesday. Police have also not clarified whether there is any danger to the public or the homeless community. Anyone who sees him or has information about his whereabouts is asked to call 911 immediately and to avoid approaching him.
