On June 11th, 2023, the Gananoque Police Service received a 9-1-1 call from a concerned family member regarding a missing person who hadn’t been heard from in three days. Officers attended the missing person’s residence and it was evident the person had taken their belongings and animals with them. Investigation revealed they were in Northwestern Ontario. An officer made contact with the missing person by cell phone, and advised their wellbeing would need to be confirmed in person by a police officer. The missing person attended a nearby OPP detachment, and they were able to confirm the person’s wellbeing and safety. The Gananoque Police Service would like to thank the OPP for their assistance. 

June 13th, 2023

On June 13th, 2023, officers attended a King Street East business after receiving a report of a suspicious male attempting to sell marijuana to passing citizens. A records check on the 34-year-old male was conducted and it was determined that Brockville Police Service held an active warrant for him. The warrant was executed, and the male was released on an Appearance Notice. 

June 16th, 2023

On June 16th, 2023, the Gananoque Police Service received a report from a concerned citizen who could hear their neighbor calling for help and they were unable to gain access to the residence. Officers responded to a Stone Street South residence and were able to gain entry, locating a person in distress who needed medical care. An ambulance attended and the patient was transported to hospital. Thank you to the caller who responded quickly, their actions helped a neighbor in need.