(ESSA, ON) – Officers from the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one individual following a suspicious persons call that led to the recovery of stolen property and multiple charges related to thefts from motor vehicles.

On October 27, 2025, shortly after 1:00 a.m., officers received a report from a resident on Brentwood Road in Essa Township regarding a female suspect observed attempting to enter parked vehicles. The complainant maintained visual contact with the suspect, who was described as a caucasian female wearing a hoodie, dark jacket, and long black pants with stripes, and riding a bicycle.



Officers quickly responded to the area and located the suspect near 53 Brentwood Road. Upon investigation, officers discovered the female in possession of multiple items, not belonging to her.

As a result of the investigation, Justine HALL 31-years-old, of no fixed address was arrested and charged with the following:

Trespassing at Night
Theft Under $5000
Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court – Four Counts
The accused was arrested and transported to the Nottawasaga OPP detachment, where she was held for a bail hearing.

Police recovered several items such as a wallet and gift cards believed to be stolen and are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the rightful owners. If you believe you may be a victim of the thefts or have information related to this investigation, please contact the Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122 reference report number (E251458413). Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at http://www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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