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Man in critical condition after Lake Huron rescue
Canatara Beach in Sarnia, Ont. as seen on July 28, 2025. (Sean Irvine/CTV News London) A 29-year-old man is in critical condition in hospital after being pulled from the Lake Huron shoreline in Sarnia. Both Sarnia fire and Sarnia police reported the man was found unresponsive off Canatara Beach shortly after 6 p.m. Sunday. Sarnia fire platoon chief Brian Secord said an off-duty emergency responder noticed a struggle in the water and immediately joined others in a rescue effort. After a short search, a man was pulled from the water. Secord said a faint pulse was detected as the off-duty first responder, arriving police, fire and ambulance crews assisted in life-saving efforts. CPR was performed 'for quite a while' Secord told CTV News London. The man was later transported to hospital. A section of Canatara Beach is monitored by lifeguards in the summer months, but only until 5 p.m.
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22-07-2025
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Vacant home fire leads to arson charge in Sarnia
A Sarnia resident has been charged with arson after a fire at a vacant home on Confederation Street on July 13, 2025. (Source: Sarnia police) Sarnia police have laid an arson charge after a residential fire in the city on July 13. Around 3:30 a.m. fire and police were called to a vacant home in the 1100 block of Confederation Street. According to police, the fire caused significant damage and when first responders arrived, they could smell gas. When fire investigators determined the blaze was set on purpose, police took over the criminal investigation. Officers at the scene found evidence of a person bringing a gas can into the home just before the fire ignited. A hote plate was also plugged into a timer at the origin site of the fire. A damage estimate is still being prepared. No injuries were reported and there was no damage to nearby structures. A 49 year old of Lakeshore Road has been arrested and charged.
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20-07-2025
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AI hotline launched in Sarnia as response to homelessness concerns
A Sarnia police cruiser is seen on Friday, June 28, 2013. (Bryan Bicknell / CTV London) As an effort to respond to homelessness concerns, an AI-driven hotline has been launched in Sarnia. Sarnia Police and the city of Sarnia bylaw team launched the hotline on July 17 to allow the community to report on issues about homelessness. Issues include encampments, social disorder and other disruptive behaviours and checking on someone's well-being. To use the hotline, call 519-346-HOME. Once a report is received, it'll be assigned to the appropriate response team. The hotline is only for non-urgent matters and doesn't replace 9-1-1 emergencies. Homelessness, addiction and mental health challenges aren't crimes, but Chief Derek Davis says open drug use, indecent acts, theft and violence are detrimental to the community's safety. 'These crimes victimize residents, disrupt our small businesses, and interfere with the peace and enjoyment of our neighbourhoods,' Davis said in a statement. Officers will distribute business cards will hotline contact information. 072025 - homelessness Sarnia Business cards handed out by officers for new AI-driven hotline. (Source: Sarnia Police)
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03-07-2025
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Enforcement sweep leads to multiple arrests
Enforcement sweep leads to multiple arrests Sarnia Police take to social media to publicize crackdown on open drug use in the community. CTV London's Reta Ismail has the story.
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29-06-2025
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Sarnia man arrested for causing a disturbance
A Sarnia police cruiser, as seen on May 25, 2023. (Gerry Dewan/CTV News London) A man has been arrested after creating a public disturbance in Sarnia, according to police. Officers received reports of a man walking into traffic in the area of Christina Street and Wellington Street, and threatening bystanders around 6:15 p.m. Saturday. Officers found the suspect in front of city hall and attempted to speak with him. According to police, the man began yelling at the officers to ensure they were, 'aware of his personal beliefs regarding their job performance, legal knowledge, and arrest authorities.' Police say the incident was disruptive to anyone within earshot, including a nearby patio. The man allegedly raised his fists toward police and threatened violence. Officers used a Taser against the man and brought him in to custody. The 54 year old was charged with mischief, causing a disturbance, and breach of probation.
