Sault Ste. Marie Police Service

06/23/2026

Iris Senecal has been located and is safe. They are no longer considered missing. The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service thanks community members for their assistance.

06/23/2026

The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service extends our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal officer, Constable Mohamed Lamine Benredouane, killed in the line of duty yesterday. Our thoughts are also with the second officer injured in the same incident, and the loved ones of the civilian victim.

This loss comes during an incredibly difficult stretch for policing communities across Canada, as several line-of-duty deaths in recent weeks have left families, services, and communities grieving.

We are also keeping the two Saskatchewan RCMP officers injured in Melville in our thoughts, along with their loved ones and colleagues.

To all those grieving, healing, and continuing to serve: we stand with you.

The on-duty death of the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal - SPVM officer serves as a solemn reminder of the profound dangers professionals face every day. We deeply honour the unwavering dedication, courage, & selflessness displayed by those who protect our communities.

Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the family, friends, & colleagues of the fallen officer. We stand united with the entire Canadian police community during this incredibly difficult time.

06/22/2026

On Friday, members of Sault Police joined local Special olympics sault ste marie ontario athletes for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR Sault Ste. Marie) in support of Special Olympics Ontario.

With beautiful weather, great company, and a shared commitment to an incredible cause, it was a memorable evening of community, inclusion, and support. 🚓🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏅

06/22/2026

Sgt. Stevenson, Cst. Paquette, and Cst. Prophet recently attended an event organized by Social Services SSM, where they connected with local youth, shared some SSMPS giveaways, and gave attendees a chance to check out a police cruiser. Thanks for having us! 🚔

06/21/2026

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day — a day to celebrate the strength, diversity, and cultures of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island.

Here in Bawating, we recognize the deep history and leadership of the Crane People and the continuing contributions of Garden River and Batchewana First Nations, as well as Métis People.

Darrell Boissoneau, Knowledge Keeper/Teacher at the Anishinabek Police Service, recommends these resources for those looking to read, learn, and reflect:

• Seven Fallen Feathers by Tanya Talaga
• The Knowing by Tanya Talaga
• Upholding Sacred Obligations: The Final Report on Missing Children and Unmarked Graves by Kimberly Murray, Independent Special Interlocutor
• The Mishomis Book by Dr. Eddie Benton-Banai
• 94 Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada
• Di-Bayn-Di-Zi-Win – To Own Ourselves by Jerry Fontaine and Don McCaskill

We are grateful for the connections we have built with Indigenous communities and partners. For Sault Police, strengthening those relationships means continuing to show up, listen, learn, and do the work with respect, humility, and gratitude for the guidance and wisdom they provide.

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day from the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service! 🚓

Today, we're celebrating the dads who help keep our community safe and the families who support them every step of the way. 👮‍♂️

Thank you to the talented young artist who created this masterpiece for her dad (one of our officers), and to him for sharing it with us!

06/20/2026

We had a great time connecting with local families at Habitat for Humanity Sault Ste. Marie & Area's Touch-a-Truck event today!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat with our team and check out our cruisers. It was a beautiful day to be out in the community.

06/19/2026

The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is requesting the community’s assistance in locating missing 26-year-old Justin Dampier.

Justin — who was reported missing from Elliot Lake, Ontario — was last seen around 5:15 p.m. on June 12, 2026, in the area of Grandriver Crescent and Grand Boulevard. At the time, Justin was wearing a red t-shirt, beige shorts, and a black baseball cap worn backward. Justin indicated they may be travelling to Elliot Lake.

Justin is described as being approximately 5’7″ tall with a thin build, long brown hair, brown eyes, and facial hair. Justin also has hand tattoos and a calf tattoo.

Anyone with information regarding Justin’s whereabouts is urged to contact Sault Police by calling (705) 949-6300.

06/19/2026

On June 17, 2026, detectives with the Crime Suppression Unit and Anti-Human Trafficking Unit, with assistance from the Emergency Services Unit, Investigation Services, and Patrol Services, charged a 25-year-old from Niagara Falls, Ontario, with trafficking in a person under 18 years of age and several related offences.

On June 2, 2026, the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service began assisting the Waterloo Regional Police Service with a missing person investigation. Sault Police located the missing youth in the 200 block of Great Northern Road.

An investigation revealed the accused had picked up the victim — a youth under the age of 16 — from their residence in Waterloo, Ontario, without parental consent and brought them to Sault Ste. Marie for the purpose of facilitating their sexual exploitation. The investigation also revealed the accused had assaulted and threatened the victim during their travels. The victim and accused are known to one another.

🔗Read the full media release here: https://saultpolice.ca/one-charged-with-abducting-procuring-and-trafficking-a-youth/

06/18/2026

The Collision Reporting Centre (CRC) will be open today, Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The CRC will also be open on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Regular hours are expected to resume next week.

To streamline the reporting process, community members can begin their collision reports online by visiting www.reportacollision.com. This secure and convenient tool is available 24/7, allowing drivers to submit key details from the comfort of their home—while the information is still fresh. After initiating a report online, drivers are still required to visit the CRC in person to have their vehicle photographed and complete the reporting process.