Media Release – October 21, 2026

Man out on bail arrested on drug charges

A man out on bail for charges including possession for the purpose of trafficking faces new drug charges after a search warrant was executed Monday night in Guelph.

Earlier this fall the Guelph Police Drug Enforcement Unit began an investigation into a man believed to be trafficking controlled substances. On Monday night the Guelph Police Tactics and Rescue Unit entered an apartment near Woolwich Street and Speedvale Avenue and arrested the lone occupant.

During a search officers located cocaine and crystal methamphetamine valued at $3,850, four pellet guns, two scales and cash.

Investigation revealed the arrested man is currently on bail with conditions that he reside with his surety and remain inside the residence at all times. The apartment where he was located is not the surety’s address.

A 31-year-old Guelph man is charged with two counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking and three counts of breaching bail orders. He will appear in bail court Friday.

The Guelph Police Service remains committed to targeting those who traffic dangerous drugs and jeopardize the safety of our community. (Occurrence number GU26072061)

Man arrested in organized theft investigation

A Guelph man has been arrested as part of an investigation into individuals involved in an organized theft ring targeting businesses in Guelph and beyond.
In the summer, the Guelph Police Service Break Enter Auto Theft Unit began an investigation into several individuals believed to be working together to commit commercial thefts. On August 5, two women and a man attended a business in Kitchener and attempted to steal merchandise valued at more than $1,000 but were stopped by staff who recognized one of the women from an earlier incident.

This week a 30-year-old Guelph man was arrested for theft under $5,000. He is also charged with theft over $5,000, mischief under $5,000 and break and enter in two other ongoing investigations related to the theft of tools from a vehicle in August and the theft of an e-bike from the garage of an east-end home in September. He will appear in court January 22. (Occurrence numbers GU26052577, GU26056313, GU26059954)

Distraction theft attempt reported

Residents are again urged to be cautious when dealing with strangers after another apparent distraction theft attempt Tuesday.

A man reported he was working in his driveway at his home near Grange Road and Cityview Drive North just before 3 p.m. when two individuals in an SUV stopped and asked for directions to a church. The complainant provided the directions and in exchange the couple attempted to give him what appeared to be a gold ring and chain.

The complainant said he was wearing a thick gold chain and suspected the couple were attempting to steal it. He moved away from the SUV and the pair quickly left the area. They were described as a possibly Middle Eastern male and female driving a black SUV.

Police services across Ontario have seen an increase in these distraction-type thefts. Typically, older adults are approached by individuals in a vehicle and engaged in conversation, during which a female passenger will attempt to initiate physical contact by hugging or attempting to place jewelry on the victim. Afterwards the victim realizes their jewelry has been stolen.

Offenders may appear friendly, well‑spoken, or apologetic, and often try to keep the interaction moving quickly to prevent the victim from reacting.

Offenders target moments when attention is divided such as: In grocery store or mall parking lots, on sidewalks or near store entrances, while entering or exiting vehicles, when carrying groceries or other items.

Residents should be extremely cautious when approached by individuals not known to them. Try to avoid physical contact and note any identifying information, such as physical descriptions and licence plates.  

Anyone with information about Tuesday’s incident is asked to call Constable Jonathan Schleen at 519-824-1212, ext. 7570, or email jschleen@guelphpolice.ca. (Occurrence number GU26072247)

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours - 266