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'Family dispute' at motel leads to stolen catalytic converters: police

'Family dispute' at motel leads to stolen catalytic converters: police

Barrie police say three men face charges after officers were called to motel at Anne and Donald streets; arrest warrant sought for woman
Essa man facing numerous weapon charges

Essa man facing numerous weapon charges

Charges laid after warrant executed in area of 10th Line
'Abundance of caution': Police step up patrols around synagogues, mosque

'Abundance of caution': Police step up patrols around synagogues, mosque

Barrie, South Simcoe police departments stepping up presence around places of worship following Hamas call to action
Late-night crash in Barrie's south end takes out traffic light

Late-night crash in Barrie's south end takes out traffic light

Police official says there were no injuries following collision at Big Bay Point Road and Yonge Street around 11:30 p.m., Thursday
Innisfil resident charged with fraud after failing to install garage door: OPP

Innisfil resident charged with fraud after failing to install garage door: OPP

Suspect is accused of accepting a $10,000 payment but not providing service, police say
Local 21-year-old man arrested in child-porn investigation

Local 21-year-old man arrested in child-porn investigation

In March 2023, city police say accused 'used the internet and social media platforms to upload images and videos of child pornography'
Barrie man, 21, arrested in child-porn investigation

Barrie man, 21, arrested in child-porn investigation

In December 2021, city police say they received an online tip about 'uploading of child pornography via Instagram'
2 taken to hospital after vehicle hits hydro pole, fire hydrant

2 taken to hospital after vehicle hits hydro pole, fire hydrant

Incident happened Monday night on Holland Street; no charges laid and investigation is ongoin
Police investigating after stabbing victim walks into Bradford St. pub

Police investigating after stabbing victim walks into Bradford St. pub

Barrie police say 40-year-old victim, of no fixed address, had suffered laceration to the head and shoulder blade area
Woman, 30, killed in crash near Washago: OPP

Woman, 30, killed in crash near Washago: OPP

The two-vehicle collision occurred on County Road 169 on Monday afternoon; woman was pronounced deceased at OSMH