South Simcoe Police

PROTECT WITH COURAGE. SERVE WITH COMPASSION. Proud to recognize Cst. Michael Avelar for his exceptional professionalism & compassion while assisting a grieving family. His actions reflect the values of SSPS, and the difference our members make every day. facebook.com/share/r/19Y3yWo…

BE PROACTIVE You spoke. We listened. And we’re taking action. Through our Community Safety Survey, you told us what matters most to you. We heard you & your feedback is helping shape our priorities & actions to keep our communities safe. Survey results: southsimcoepolice.on.ca/comm…

FOUR CHARGED, TWO WANTED IN $300,000 JEWELLERY ROBBERY AT 400 FLEA MARKET Full details here: southsimcoepolice.on.ca/medi…

FOUR ARRESTED, 106 CRIMINAL CHARGES LAID FOLLOWING LENGTHY HOME INVASION INVESTIGATION Full details here: southsimcoepolice.on.ca/medi…

POLICE SEEKING PUBLIC ASSISTANCE TO IDENTIFY THEFT SUSPECT SSP seek assistance in identifying a male suspect involved in multiple theft incidents in Bradford and York Region. Any info, contact PC Giordano at [email protected] Details here: facebook.com/share/p/18Xd37D…

SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE INVESTIGATING SERIOUS COLLISION IN INNISFIL Full details here: southsimcoepolice.on.ca/medi…

FATAL COLLISION INVOLVING VEHICLE AND MOTORCYCLE UNDER INVESTIGATION Full details here: southsimcoepolice.on.ca/medi…

STATEMENT: The South Simcoe Police Service is aware of a reported cybersecurity incident involving a third-party platform used by Crime Stoppers programs across Canada. Read the full statement in the graphic below

Join us in welcoming Sarah Steer to the SSPS family! On Oct 19/26, Sarah was officially sworn in as our new Manager, Support Services & Communications, where she will oversee operations of our 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Centre & Information Support Team. Welcome, Sarah!

POLICE SERVICE BOARD MEETING – OCTOBER 28, 2026 Details here: southsimcoepolice.on.ca/medi…

PROACTIVE TRAFFIC STOP REMOVES UNSAFE TRAILER FROM ROADWAY A traffic stop on Oct 19 in Innisfil took an unsafe commercial trailer off the road. Officers discovered serious safety defects. 46 y/o Bradford man & Keswick company charged. Details: facebook.com/share/p/1MAJoh5…

STAY CONNECTED. You spoke. We listened. And we're taking action. Through our Community Safety Survey, you told us what matters most! See how your feedback is guiding our actions to strengthen community safety. Details here: southsimcoepolice.on.ca/comm…

Our hearts are with @CanadianForces community following the loss of 4 members during a training incident at the Wainwright, Alberta base. Our condolences to families, friends & service members. Thoughts are with the 39 members injured - wishing them strength and a full recovery.

TEAMWORK, TECHNOLOGY & A SAFE RETURN! SSP 911 Communicators, patrol officers & K9 worked together to locate a missing hiker 1.5 km into a forest on Oct. 14. Using what3words & phone SOS technology, officers brought the hiker to safety. Full details here: facebook.com/share/v/18brdtY…

SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE SERVICE ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF CHIEF JOHN VAN DYKE FOLLOWING 37 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE Full details here: southsimcoepolice.on.ca/medi…

SSP seek a suspect in two Bradford Home Depot thefts on Aug. 6 and Sept. 29, 2026, involving nearly $750 in tools and merchandise. Info? Contact PC Giordano at [email protected] or Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-8477. Full details here: facebook.com/share/p/1Gittut…

Happy Thanksgiving from South Simcoe Police! Wishing everyone a safe & happy holiday with loved ones. A special thank you to all our officers and civilian members working this weekend to keep our communities safe. Your dedication, commitment & service are sincerely appreciated.

COMMITTED TO ROAD SAFETY: DRIVER CHARGED WITH STUNT DRIVING On Oct. 10, SSP stopped a driver travelling 157 km/h in an 80 km/h zone on Big Bay Point Rd. in Innisfil. The 57-year-old Richmond Hill man charged w/ stunt driving & speeding. Licence suspended & vehicle impounded.

Today, we remember Constables Morgan Russell and Devon Northrup, who tragically lost their lives in the line of duty on October 11, 2022. We thank the Ontario Police College for honouring their memory with a memorial display. Their legacy will never be forgotten.   Heroes in Life

NINE HIGHWAY TRAFFIC ACT CHARGES LAID - DRIVER & BUSINESS CHARGED An unsecured tarp led to a roadside inspection in Bradford, uncovering faulty brakes and cracked suspension. A commercial vehicle was deemed unfit, its plates seized, and it was towed from the road.