On January 26th, 2024, officers responded to a 9-1-1 call from a north-end residence for a family dispute. A 20-year-old male from Gananoque was arrested and given a Provincial Offence Notice for Being intoxicated in public place. He was held until sober.

January 30th, 2024

On January 30th, 2024, in the early morning hours officers responded to a disturbance at an apartment building. Officers spoke to the resident who was evasive about parties within the apartment. After officers were given multiple fake names, a male’s correct identity was finally provided and it was determined that he was breaching numerous conditions of his probation and release order. As a result, a 27-year-old male from Lasalle, Quebec was arrested and charged with Obstruct peace officer, Failure to comply with release order, and Fail to comply with probation order. He was held for a show cause bail hearing. 

February 5th, 2024

On February 5th, 2024, the Gananoque Police Service received a report of a domestic assault that occurred the previous week. An investigation was conducted, and as a result, a 32-year-old female from Gananoque was arrested and charged with Assault – Spousal. She was released on an undertaking with conditions, to be seen in court at a later date. 

Recent Rise in Drug Poisonings

Due to the recent surge of drug poisonings in the area, the Gananoque Police Service and Leeds, Grenville, & Lanark Health Unit are urging residents to be cautious when using drugs and take safety precautions, such as:

• If you use alone: download the Brave App or call NORS Overdose prevention Hotline 1-888-688-6677 for confidential, nonjudgmental support for you, whenever and wherever you use drugs.

• Try to avoid using alone. Tell someone before you use and leave the door unlocked so someone can check on you

• When using with someone else, make a plan, don’t use at the same time

• Know your tolerance. Start low, Go slow

• Don’t mix drugs

• Know the quality of the drugs

• Know your health and body

• Carry Naloxone

The National Overdose Response Service has a hotline that provides loving, confidential support for you whenever or you use drugs. If using alone, call NORS before you use drugs. You can connect with people who want to help you stay safe! 1-888-688-6677 or visit: www.nors.ca

Health Unit: Gananoque Service Site

375 William Street South, Gananoque, Ontario

Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 8:00am–4:00pm

(Closed 12:00pm–1:00pm)