NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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Members of the Orillia detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged two males who were caught in the act of breaking into an Orillia residence.
On Jan. 22, shortly before 10:00 p.m., police received an urgent call from an Orillia resident who believed that two males were trying to break into their Isabella Drive residence. Officers responded rapidly and arrived at the scene to find two males inside the garage. The suspects were arrested and further investigation led to the seizure of a small quantity of fentanyl.
As a result, John Hillock, age 37, of Orillia, has been charged with:
- Possession of a schedule I substance - Opioid
- Break, enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence
In addition, William Waller, age 36, of Orillia has been charged with:
- Break, enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence
Both accused parties were released on Form 10 Undertakings and are set to appear on April 6, 2021 at the Ontario Court of Justice, Orillia.
The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia, by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety. If you have any information about crime in our community please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report minor occurrences online by visiting www.opp.ca/reporting.
You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have any information on this crime or any other crime. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.
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