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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.
CTV News
12-05-2025
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Sault police holding barbeque celebrating new station
While the new station isn't open to the public yet, Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is hosting an outdoor barbeque to celebrate police and crime survivors' week
CTV News
09-05-2025
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Sault police arrest man wanted on Canada-wide warrant, seize loaded handgun
Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is opening its new downtown core station with a newly formed patrol unit.
