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#545 - Whether you’re heading out of town, spending time with family and friends, or simply enjoying a little extra tim...
09/05/2026

#545 - Whether you’re heading out of town, spending time with family and friends, or simply enjoying a little extra time at home this Labour Day, we hope you make the most of the final long weekend of summer.

Please note that the Cornwall Police Service’s administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7.

From all of us at the CPS, have a great long weekend and, as always, stay safe!

#545 - We’re back on the road with the Riverdale Bike Bus!The Cornwall Police Service was happy to join students, paren...
09/04/2026

#545 - We’re back on the road with the Riverdale Bike Bus!

The Cornwall Police Service was happy to join students, parents and volunteers for the return of the Riverdale Bike Bus this morning.

It was great to see so many familiar faces - and plenty of new ones - coming together to start the school year with a safe, active and fun ride to school.

Have a great school year, everyone, and remember to stay safe out there! 🚲👮‍♂️

#545 - The Eastern Ontario Health Unit and Cornwall Police Service are warning residents about an increase in drug-rela...
09/04/2026

#545 - The Eastern Ontario Health Unit and Cornwall Police Service are warning residents about an increase in drug-related poisonings in The City of Cornwall. The EOHU has been notified by its community partners that a toxic substance present in the unregulated drug supply may be causing the drug poisonings. The substance is called “pink fentanyl,” although its exact composition is currently unknown.

PREVENTION & SAFETY TIPS

The best way to prevent a drug poisoning is to avoid unregulated substances and to only take medications that were prescribed to you by a healthcare professional. However, if you’re going to use unregulated substances, taking the following precautions will help to lower the risk:

• Avoid using alone.
• If you are going to use alone, tell someone before you do and have a safety plan that includes having someone check in on you, or call the National Overdose Response Service at 1-888-688-6677. A non-judgmental peer will stay on the line with you for approximately 30 minutes to provide support if needed.
• Use only where help is available.
• Avoid using more than one substance at a time. Don’t mix with alcohol or other medications and/or substances (except as prescribed by a medical professional). Take a test dose and wait before taking more of the substance.
• Get a free naloxone kit that can help to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
(https://www.ontario.ca/page/where-get-free-naloxone-kit)
• Use only new drug paraphernalia supplies and avoid sharing supplies to reduce your risk of getting or passing on an infectious disease.

SIGNS OF OPIOID POISONING

Opioids such as fentanyl slow down the part of the brain that controls breathing, and in the event of a poisoning, can cause someone to stop breathing, potentially resulting in their death. Individuals having an opioid poisoning will display one or more of the following signs:

• They may be nodding off, not waking up easily, or unresponsive.
• They may be breathing very slowly or not at all.
• Their lips and fingernails may be blue/grey.
• Their skin may be cold and clammy.
• Their body may be limp, possibly very tense or they may be shaking.
• They may be snoring or gurgling.
• They may foam at the mouth or throw up.

If you witness a poisoning, it is essential to contact 9-1-1 as soon as possible. A naloxone kit alone may not be enough to reverse the fatal effects of opioids and medical attention may be required. As time is of the essence, naloxone should be administered while you wait for emergency services to arrive. The Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act can provide some legal protection for individuals that seek emergency help during a poisoning.

To learn more about naloxone overdose prevention kits and where you can find them, visit the Opioids page of the EOHU’s website at www.EOHU.ca, or visit www.ontario.ca/naloxone.

#545 - The Cornwall Police Service, led by members of the Cornwall Emergency Response Team (CERT), executed multiple se...
09/04/2026

#545 - The Cornwall Police Service, led by members of the Cornwall Emergency Response Team (CERT), executed multiple search warrants in the early morning hours of Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in the area of Walton Street and St. Felix Street.

Distraction devices were deployed during the operation and were heard in the surrounding area. No fi****ms were discharged by police.

The ongoing investigation is a collaborative effort involving members of the CPS Street Crime Unit (SCU) and Criminal Investigation Division (CID), as well as the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit (PWEU) and Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

As a result of the search warrants, three individuals were taken into custody and face numerous weapons- and drug-related charges.

Lori McConkey, 63, William Hill, 66, and Michelle Richer, 37, were arrested and each charged with the following:

• Possession of fi***rm or am******on contrary to prohibition order
• Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted fi***rm
• Breach of fi****ms regulation – store fi***rm or restricted weapon
• Knowledge of unauthorized possession of fi***rm
• Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted fi***rm
• Conspiracy to commit indictable offence
• Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – co***ne
• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

During the ex*****on of the search warrants, officers seized quantities of co***ne and methamphetamine, as well as a loaded handgun, pellet gun, brass knuckles and knives. Police also seized packaging materials and scales consistent with drug trafficking, a large sum of Canadian currency and a significant collection of jewelry.

The three individuals were subsequently charged and remained in police custody pending bail hearings.

CPS MISSION: A trusted police service partnering with our community for a positive impact on safety and wellbeing in Cornwall.

#545 - There were 74 calls for service in the City of Cornwall over the last 24 hours.Two individuals were arrested in ...
09/04/2026

#545 - There were 74 calls for service in the City of Cornwall over the last 24 hours.

Two individuals were arrested in the early morning hours of Sept. 4, 2026, after a CPS officer was conducting patrol in the downtown area and observed them allegedly damaging property outside a Second Street East business.

DETAILS ⤵️
https://cornwallpolice.ca/news/media-release-sept-4-2026-2026-09-04

#545 - The Cornwall Police Service, led by the Cornwall Emergency Response Team (CERT), executed multiple search warran...
09/03/2026

#545 - The Cornwall Police Service, led by the Cornwall Emergency Response Team (CERT), executed multiple search warrants early this morning in the area of Walton Street and St. Felix Street. Distraction devices were used and heard; however, no weapons were fired.

While there is no threat to public safety at this time, members of the public are asked to avoid the area. Further details will be released at a later time.

CPS MISSION: A trusted police service partnering with our community for a positive impact on safety and wellbeing in Cornwall.

09/01/2026

#545 - All students are back to school tomorrow! 📚🍎

With a little help from a pair of our Community Safety Officers, Cst. Andrew Booth-Reddick (aka ABR) of the Cornwall Police Service Traffic Unit has a few reminders for drivers as we head into the first full week of the school year.

Let’s start the school year safely. Give yourself a little extra time, stay alert and watch out for our youngest road users.

Have a great first day back, Cornwall! 👋

#545 - The Cornwall Police Service (CPS) is expanding its Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) to two teams in partnershi...
09/01/2026

#545 - The Cornwall Police Service (CPS) is expanding its Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) to two teams in partnership with Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH), increasing the community’s access to specialized mental health crisis response.

The program, formerly known as the Vulnerable Sector Acute Response Team (VSMART), was introduced in 2017 in response to a rapid increase in mental health-related calls for service. The program has since evolved into MCRT, with a continued focus on crisis intervention, de-escalation, follow-up and connecting individuals with appropriate community supports.

The two MCRT teams consist of Vulnerable Sector Officers Cst. Matt Brush and Cst. Sam Dugas, working alongside Mental Health Professionals Shannon Griese and Lisa Wilson.

MCRT provides a multidisciplinary response to vulnerable individuals in crisis, ages 18 and older. By having a police officer and mental health professional respond together, the team can address both public safety concerns and the person’s individual needs.

A key goal of MCRT is to support individuals experiencing a mental health crisis in remaining safely in the community whenever possible, while ensuring they are connected to hospital-based care when absolutely necessary. Through de-escalation, assessment, follow-up visits and referrals to community partners, the teams work to address the underlying needs of individuals, connect them with appropriate supports and help prevent further calls for service.

The expansion to two teams increases the capacity of the CPS and the CCH to provide this specialized response throughout the community.

September is Su***de Prevention Month, highlighting the importance of early intervention and connecting individuals experiencing a crisis with appropriate supports.

The CPS and CCH encourage anyone experiencing a mental health crisis, or concerned about someone else, to seek help and access available resources.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.

For su***de crisis support in Canada, call or text 9-8-8 to reach the Su***de Crisis Helpline.

For local mental health crisis support in the Cornwall area, call the Local Crisis Line at 1-866-996-0991.

CPS MISSION: A trusted police service partnering with our community for a positive impact on safety and wellbeing in Cornwall.

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