RAINY RIVER DISTRICT, ON – May 6, 2025 – Officers with the Rainy River District Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a total of 317 calls for service between Monday, April 28 and Sunday, May 4, 2025. This week’s activity highlights a steady demand for both enforcement and community support across the region.
Weekly Incident Snapshot: Top Call Types
Among the 317 occurrences recorded, the following categories saw the most activity:
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eTickets – Vehicle infractions – 40
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Community service events – 30
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Police assistance – 17
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Unwanted persons – 16
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Property checks – 13
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Liquor Licence Control Act violations – 11
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Alarms and Bail Violations – 10 each
Additional notable calls included:
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Motor Vehicle Collisions – 7
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Assaults – 6
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Thefts – 6
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Fraud and Mischief – 5 each
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Mental Health Act responses – 5
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Warrants executed – 7
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Impaired/Over 80 charges – 4
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Sexual assault investigation – 1
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Weapons offence – 1
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Cyber-enabled fraud – 1
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Sudden death – 1
The report also includes calls for family disputes, missing persons, drug offences, trespassing, and threats of suicide—demonstrating the wide scope of policing needs in the district.
Citizen Self Reporting: A Fast, Easy Option for Minor Incidents
The OPP is reminding the public about their Citizen Self Reporting (CSR) system—an online platform that allows residents to report non-emergency crimes without dispatching an officer.
CSR can be used for:
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Theft Under $5,000
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Mischief / Property Damage Under $5,000
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Theft from Vehicles
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Lost or Missing Property
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Stolen Licence Plates
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Driving Complaints
Residents can access CSR through any internet-enabled device by visiting: www.opp.ca
Using CSR not only helps save time but allows officers to focus on higher-priority incidents and emergencies.
Community Safety Starts With You
The OPP continues to work closely with local residents, service providers, and emergency responders to address the evolving needs of the Rainy River District. Community members are reminded to report emergencies by calling 9-1-1, and to use 1-888-310-1122 for non-emergency concerns or information sharing.
Stay alert, stay safe—and help support a safer Northwestern Ontario by reporting crime and suspicious activity.
