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CTV News
3 days ago
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Sault Ste. Marie welcomes new police chief
An undated portrait of Brent Duguay. Duguay was appointed as the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's Chief of Police on August 6, 2025. (Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service has officially named Brent Duguay as its new Chief of Police, effective Aug. 6. With over 30 years of service in the force, Duguay steps into the role with deep roots in the community and a proven track record of leadership. A second-generation officer, Duguay was raised in a policing family – his father retired as an Inspector – instilling in him the values of integrity and public service. 'It is an incredible honour to serve as Chief of Police in the community where I was born, raised, and served as a police officer for more than three decades,' Duguay said in a news release Wednesday. 'The Sault Police has shaped who I am, both professionally and personally.' Board confident in vision for modern policing The police services board expressed strong support for Duguay's appointment, citing his operational expertise and forward-thinking approach. Chair of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Services Board Nuala Kenny emphasized his qualifications. 'Chief Duguay embodies the values and vision we believe are essential for the future of policing in Sault Ste. Marie and Prince Township. His decades of service, deep community roots, and forward-thinking leadership will serve our community well in the years to come.' A message for the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service Boardervice An August 6, 2025, letter from the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service Board noting that Brent Duguay has been appoint as the city's Chief of Police. (Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) Duguay's career includes major investigations, such as joint forces operations targeting drugs and organized crime, collaborating with police agencies across Ontario. This experience positions him to lead the service through evolving challenges in law enforcement. Next steps: Swearing-in ceremony and deputy chief recruitment An official swearing-in ceremony will be held in the coming weeks, allowing the community to formally welcome its new chief. Meanwhile, the process to fill the now-vacant Deputy Chief position will also begin shortly. As Duguay takes the helm, he says his focus remains on collaboration and safety. 'I look forward to continuing to work alongside the dedicated members of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service to build a safer and stronger community for everyone,' he said. With his leadership, the force aims to uphold its legacy while adapting to the future of policing.
CTV News
13-07-2025
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Police, bylaw secure 8 vacant Sault Ste. Marie buildings
he Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's Division 2 location is on Brock Street at the corner of Wellington Street East downtown. The new site is beginning initial operations on April 28, 2025 and opened to the public on May 27, 2025. (File photo/Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) Police and bylaw officers inspected 22 vacant properties in Sault Ste. Marie's downtown core last week as part of an ongoing effort to address safety concerns and unlawful activity. Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's newly formed Division 2 Patrol Services Unit Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's Division 2 Patrol Services Unit is shown in this undated photo. From left to right: Const. Oladele Oworu, Const. Fred Brown, Sgt. Derek MacFarlane, Const. Jaimie Peace and Const. David Peck (File photo/Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) On July 8, the officers from Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's Division 2 Unit, in partnership with City of Sault Ste. Marie By-law Enforcement, conducted inspections through the Integrated Municipal Enforcement Team. The team was established in 2020 as a partnership between police, fire services, bylaw enforcement, the housing commission, and other agencies to develop action plans to address community concerns, including identifying neglected or unsafe properties. One of its key roles is locating buildings in disrepair that pose risks to tenants and the public. July's operation targeted properties with prior by-law violations, focusing on securing structures to prevent unauthorized entry to reduce illegal activity linked to vacant properties, and support the city's efforts to maintain neighbourhood safety. Eight of the 22 properties required additional securing. 'During the inspections, each property was assessed for security issues such as unlocked doors, unsealed windows, or boards having been removed to allow for entry,' police said in a news release. 'At properties which were not properly secured, officers entered to ensure no one was there unlawfully.' Two individuals were charged under the Trespass to Property Act. 'The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service remains committed to strengthening community safety in the downtown core,' concluded the release.
CTV News
09-07-2025
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Northern Ont. man faces firearm charges after alleged gunpoint threat
Sault Ste. Marie Police Service seized a loaded handgun from a home in 0-100 block of Lorna Drive in the city on July 9, 2025, following an incident on Tuesday. (Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) A 24-year-old man is facing multiple firearm-related charges after police allege he pointed a loaded handgun at two victims before being arrested in a separate location. Officers with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service responded to a 911 call around 6:40 p.m. on July 8, after reports of a firearm being pointed outside a residence in the 0-100 block of Copernicus Drive. Investigators determined the accused allegedly aimed the weapon at two victims – known to him – before fleeing the scene. Officers later located and arrested him in the 0-100 block of Lorna Drive. Sault police vehicle + headquarters An undated photo of a Sault Ste. Marie Police Service vehicle parked in front of Sault police headquarters. (File photo/Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) The following day, detectives executed a search warrant at a Lorna Drive residence and seized a loaded handgun. 'Officers acted swiftly to ensure public safety and locate the firearm,' police said in a news release. As a result, the local man is charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, carrying a concealed weapon, two counts of pointing a firearm, operation while prohibited and failure to comply with a probation order along with five additional weapon and firearm-related offences. The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.
CTV News
19-06-2025
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Police seize drugs and cash, two Sault suspects charged
A drug investigation that began earlier this month in Sault Ste. Marie led police to seize $23,895 in cash, as well as illegal drugs with an estimated street value of $13,728. City police, working with Ontario Provincial Police, arrested two suspects, ages 30 and 32, on June 18. Loaded handgun seized during arrest of suspected drug dealer Items recovered include a loaded revolver with ammunition. June 18, 2025 (Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) Police were already investigating the 30-year-old for drug trafficking when they saw him get into a vehicle with the other suspect. The pair was arrested following a traffic stop and police searched the vehicle. Items recovered include a loaded revolver with ammunition, and drugs suspected to be 114.12 grams of cocaine, 14.91 grams of fentanyl, four oxycodone pills, cash, scales, drug packaging materials, a cutting agent and multiple cellphones. Both were charged with several weapons and drug trafficking offences. The 32-year-old was also charged with failing to comply with an undertaking and the 30-year-old was charged with two counts of violating probation. Both accused were held in custody pending bail hearings, police said.
CTV News
28-05-2025
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Sault police relocate collision reporting centre to Division 2 location
Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is opening its new downtown core station with a newly formed patrol unit. The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's new Division 2 building at 180 Brock Street is now open to the public, with the Collision Reporting Centre set to relocate there effective Wednesday. Sault Ste. Marie Police Service Division 2 The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's Division 2 location is on Brock Street at the corner of Wellington Street East downtown. The new site is beginning initial operations on April 28, 2025 and opened to the public on May 27, 2025. (File photo/Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) The facility will allow residents to report incidents in person, with a duty officer available Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding statutory holidays. The public is asked to use the south entrance, accessible via the parking lot, where an intercom system is available for entry. Police also noted the new building is fully accessible. Incidents such as theft, property damage, mischief, and sexual assault can also be reported online. The main Police Services Building at 580 Second Line East remains open during the same hours for walk-in services. The collision centre, previously located at the main police building, will now operate out of Division 2, maintaining its existing hours, also 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Monday to Friday. Four designated parking spots will be available for drivers involved in collisions. To streamline collision reporting, residents can begin the process online before visiting the centre in person for vehicle photos and final documentation. Authorities are also reminding individuals that collisions must be reported within 15 business days. Sault Collision Reporting Centre - Moved The collision reporting centre in Sault Ste. Marie. Ont., has been relocated to 180 Brock Street at the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's new Division 2 locaiton effective May 28, 2025. (Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) The move follows the April launch of Division 2's initial phase, which introduced a dedicated Patrol Services Unit to bolster downtown safety through foot and bicycle patrols. Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's newly formed Division 2 Patrol Services Unit Sault Ste. Marie Police Service's newly formed Division 2 Patrol Services Unit is shown in this undated photo. From left to right: Const. Oladele Oworu, Const. Fred Brown, Sgt. Derek MacFarlane, Const. Jaimie Peace and Const. David Peck (File photo/Supplied/Sault Ste. Marie Police Service) 'This has been a long time coming, and we're proud to see it finally taking shape,' interim police chief Brent Duguay said in an earlier release. 'Launching Division 2 is a significant step forward in enhancing our police presence downtown.' The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service says the changes aim to improve accessibility and efficiency in service delivery. The service said that for emergencies, the public should still dial 911 and non-emergency inquiries can be directed to (705) 949-6300.
