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B.E.A.R. Unit arrests prolific offender linked to multiple property-related incidents

Members of the Break Enter and Robbery (B.E.A.R.) Unit have arrested a known prolific offender following an investigation into several property‑related incidents across Greater Sudbury.

As a result of proactive investigative efforts, officers identified an individual believed to be responsible for multiple property-related crimes including theft of motor vehicle, break and enter and theft of catalytic converters.

On April 8, 2026, members of the B.E.A.R. Unit located and arrested 44-year-old,...

DEU seizes $58,500 in illicit drugs during search warrant on Byng Street

On April 8, 2026, detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded a drug investigation into individuals believed to be trafficking illicit drugs in Greater Sudbury. DEU with the assistance of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and K9 Unit executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a residence on Byng Street.

During the execution of the search warrant, officers located and arrested three individuals inside the residence, however, one individual was later...

Online Marketplace and Social Media Fraud Awareness

Social media and online marketplaces are increasingly being used by fraudsters to trick people into sending money for items, services, or rental deposits that are fake, misleading, or never delivered.

When purchasing through peer‑to‑peer platforms such as Facebook Marketplace or Kijiji, buyers must understand that there is no built‑in guarantee. These platforms place the responsibility on the buyer to confirm that a seller and their items are legitimate. Purchasing or sending money online always...

Officers seize over $62,000 in illicit drugs after alleged impaired driver complaint

Around 5:55 p.m. on April 7, 2026, we received a report of an alleged impaired driver operating a motor vehicle in an erratic manner on Municipal Road 35 in Azilda. Officers were provided with a description of the vehicle and the licence plate and were able to locate the vehicle in Chelmsford.

After locating the vehicle, officers conducted a traffic stop and began speaking with the driver. While speaking with the driver, officers saw what is believed to be illicit drugs inside the vehicle in...

Acquisition and deployment of Tactical Rescue Vehicle (TRV)

The Greater Sudbury Police Service is pleased to announce the acquisition and deployment of the service’s first Tactical Rescue Vehicle (TRV), strengthening our ability to safely respond to high‑risk, life‑threatening incidents.

The TRV is designed to protect officers and the community during critical incidents such as armed barricades, active threats, and complex rescue situations. Unlike standard patrol vehicles, the TRV provides ballistic protection and a shielded environment that allows...