Woodstock Police briefs

Lee Griffi, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Police target enforcement at new all-way stop signs

The Woodstock Police Service is advising motorists of new all-way stop signs installed at the intersections of Springbank Avenue North and Cree Avenue, and Hunter and Graham Streets.

Since installation, police have received numerous complaints from residents reporting that drivers are failing to stop at the intersections. Officers will be conducting targeted enforcement to ensure compliance with the Highway Traffic Act.

Failure to stop at a stop sign carries a fine of $110 and three demerit points. Beyond the fine, drivers who do not stop put pedestrians, cyclists, and other motorists at risk.

Arrest made in weapons incident

Police responded to a report of a male pointing what appeared to be a weapon on Sept. 29, around 11:00 p.m., in the area of Montclair Drive.

Officers attended the area and searched with the assistance of a police drone. Police were able to locate and safely arrest a male suspect in possession of a pistol-style BB gun and parts of a rifle-style BB gun.

A 39-year-old male has been charged with possession of an imitation weapon for a dangerous purpose and failing to comply with a probation order. The suspect was released on an undertaking with conditions.

Youth Charged Following Trespassing Investigation

Woodstock Police officers observed several youths acting suspiciously in the area of Adelaide Street and Victoria Street North early in the morning of Sept. 30. When officers attempted to engage with the group, the youths fled on foot.

Police later located three youths hiding on private property and took them into custody without incident. During the investigation, officers recovered a brass knuckle switchblade, which is a prohibited weapon. prohibited weapon.

A young offender from Woodstock has been charged with trespassing at night, unauthorized possession of a weapon and failing to comply with a sentence. The youth was released on an undertaking with conditions and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Theft and Breach Charges Laid

Police were called to a business on Dundas Street on Sept. 19 after store employees observed an individual concealing merchandise. Officers located the suspect outside the business with stolen goods.

Further investigation revealed the person was bound by both a probation order and a release order with conditions not to attend the location. As a result, a 34-year-old male has been charged with theft under $5,000, failure to comply with a probation order and failing to comply with a release order. The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.