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CTV News
28-05-2025
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Manitoulin Island police seize drugs, weapons in traffic stop
Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service seized $11,000 in suspected cocaine and fentanyl along with weapons and other drug tracking paraphernalia during a traffic stop on May 25, 2025. (Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service/Facebook) Two individuals are facing drug trafficking charges after a late-night traffic stop led to the seizure of suspected cocaine and fentanyl. The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service conducted the stop shortly after 1:30 a.m. on May 25. Officers arrested the vehicle's two occupants – a 42-year-old woman and a 43-year-old man – recovering the suspected drugs along with weapons and drug trafficking paraphernalia. Authorities said the estimated street value of the drugs was $11,000. Both suspects were charged with two counts of drug trafficking. The woman faces additional charges of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and obstructing a peace officer. They are scheduled to appear in court on July 29. In a social media post, police emphasized the role of community vigilance in combating crime. 'Reporting suspicious activities or concerns promptly can prevent crimes and help law enforcement act swiftly,' said Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service. Residents are encouraged to submit tips through the service's new online reporting system or anonymously via Crime Stoppers.
CTV News
16-05-2025
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85 arrests, firearm seized in northern Ont. offender compliance operation
Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service say too many offenders in the community are failing to comply with release conditions and often end up reoffending.
CTV News
14-05-2025
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Wikwemikong Tribal Police warn of counterfeit bills
The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service warns of counterfeit $20, $50, and $100 bills – identified by darker colour, repeated serial numbers, and the word "COPY" – circulating on Manitoulin Island, urging vigilance and to report encounters to police.
CTV News
14-05-2025
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Counterfeit money circulating on Manitoulin Island, police warn
The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS) is warning community members and local businesses about counterfeit money circulating in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory. Police say fake $20, $50, and $100 bills have been found in the First Nation community located on Manitoulin Island. Counterfeit bills - Manitoulin Island The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service warns of counterfeit $20, $50, and $100 bills – identified by darker colour, repeated serial numbers, and the word "COPY" on the back of them – circulating on Manitoulin Island. (Image sources: Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service/Facebook) In a video posted to social media, WTPS Cons. Raven Manitowabi outlined key differences between real and counterfeit bills. 'The counterfeit is a little darker and it's not clear, and the counterfeit will have the word 'COPY' below the number,' Manitowabi said. 'All of the serial numbers are all going to be the same.' She noted that fake $20 bills have serial numbers beginning with FLA. Other signs include inconsistent colouring, texture, and missing or unclear watermarks. WTPS advises the public to carefully inspect cash by checking watermarks, feeling the texture, and looking for unusual colouring. Anyone who encounters counterfeit money is urged to report it using the WTPS' new online non-emergency tool.
CTV News
12-05-2025
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Man and woman charged with manslaughter in death of infant in northern Ont.
Police previously announced the arrest of 2 people in an infant death in Wiikwemkoong in May of this year – but the incident was from 2023. Two people have been charged in connection with the death of an infant in Wikwemikong First Nation in May. Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service began the investigation May 8, 2023, when an infant was brought to hospital. The OPP was asked to help with the case May 15. 'Assistance was provided under the direction of the OPP criminal investigation branch, with support from the Manitoulin OPP detachment,' police said in a news release Tuesday. 'The infant was pronounced deceased on May 16, 2023.' Two people from Wikwemikong – a 33-year-old woman and a 34-year-old man – have been arrested in connection with the case. Both are charged with manslaughter, criminal negligence causing death and failing to provide the necessaries of life. One of the accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Wikwemikong on Sept. 3. The other accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Wikwemikong on Aug. 27 for a bail hearing. Ontario Provincial Police have released no other details about the case and say a publication ban has been issued, preventing them from providing any more information. Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online.
