Menu

NAPS

Volker-Kromm-2

RFDA, NAPS Send Food To Far North

, , , , , , ,

More food is heading to northern First Nation communities thanks to teamwork between food banks and Nishnawbe Aski Police.

Volker Kromm is the Executive Director of the Regional Food Distribution Association, and explains it started when NAPS arranged to ship communications equipment to its outposts in 16 First Nation communities.

The force is sending the equipment over the ice roads in shipping containers, and offered the RFDA the remaining space in the containers.

“So we had room for at least three pallets of frozen protein in each of the containers that they’re shipping, and since they’re shipping the containers anyway over the ice roads, it gave us an opportunity to ship food fairly inexpensively,” he says.

Kromm notes they expect to send food to around twelve communities.

“We have shipped, probably, to 35 or so First Nations in the remote areas over the last couple of years, and it’s always been difficult. When we have access to a lot of perishable and non-perishable foods, it’s always been such a struggle. The cost is a big issue, as well as finding storage space,” he explains, adding that NAPS is covering part of the shipping cost and they are also saving money by shipping in bulk.

Kromm hopes they can continue using the containers to send food to the northern communities more efficiently.

OPPimage2020-800x450-1

Women Murdered In Fort Hope

, , , ,

A 26-year-old woman is dead following an assault on Fort Hope First Nation.

Provincial Police were contacted by Nishnawbe-Aski Police to assist with an investigation after two people were attacked.

A young person was initially arrested on four counts of aggravated assault and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

One of the victims, 26 year-old Arlene Wapoose of Fort Hope, died from her injuries on Sunday.

The accused was re-arrested Tuesday and charged with Second Degree Murder.

Because of the Youth Criminal Justice Act, no name can be released

Police continue to investigate.

NAPS

Drug Charges In Kashechewan First Nation

, ,

A vehicle stop in Kashechewan has led to drug charges by Nishnawbe Aski Police.

Police say on June 26th they conducted the stop for a man that was wanted by police.

Police then say during the stop they found lots of money in the vehicle and further investigation led to finding a pill bottle containing methamphetamine pills.

Police say they seized 451 Methamphetamine pills worth an estimated $42,100

Police also say they seized over $24,000 in Canadian currency.

As a Result of the investigation 35 year old Chris Wesley, 37-year-old Kenny Wynne and 36-year-old Adam Wesley of Kashechewan First Nation face charges of Possession of Methamphetamine for the purpose of trafficking and possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

Two of the individuals were subsequently released on conditions and will next appear in court on August 20, 2020 in Kashechewan. The third individual was remanded into custody on previous charges.

nishnawbe-aski-police-logo

NAPS Seizes Meth In Fort Albany

, ,

A major drug bust in the remote northern community of Fort Albany First Nation.

Nishnawbe Aski Police carried out a number of search warrants Sunday as part of an ongoing investigation.

Police seized 3,279.5 Methamphetamine pills, 25.4 grams of Meth powder and $21,295 in cash.

The total street value of the drugs is roughly $155,861.

Police say 36-year-old Robin Sutherland, 32-year-old Margaret Williams and 28-year-old Sharon Knapaysweet all face charges.

All three are from Fort Albany.

nishnawbe-aski-police-office-naps-1

Arson Not Suspected In Bearskin Lake Fire

, , ,

Nishnawbe Aski Police say arson isn’t suspected in the Sunday fire that destroyed their detachment in Bearskin Lake First Nation.

Police say the cause remains unknown and the investigation is on-going.

There were no reported injuries and there were no people in custody at the time of the blaze.

Meantime, Police say “the current realities with regard to limited resources due to the precautionary measures to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus will affect any estimations on the completion of both the investigation and the opening date of the new detachment that is currently under construction.”

People who need the police in Bearskin Lake First Nation may call cellular number 807-633-4936 for assistance.

Local community members may also approach the police for assistance.

nishnawbe-aski-police-office-naps-800x450-2

Large Drug Bust In Fort Albany

, ,

One person has been arrested following a drug bust in the remote northern community of Fort Albany First Nation.

Nishnawbe Aski Police say officers seized a large amount of Percocet pills and a large quantity of Cocaine.

The street value of the drugs is $110,100.

Police say a 25-year-old woman from Sudbury has been charged with two counts of Possession of a Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking.

Her name can’t be released at this time due to the processing of court documents.

 

NAPS-1

Fraud Charges In Fort Severn First Nation

, ,

A lengthy investigation by Nishnawbe Aski Police has lead to Fraud charges in Fort Severn First Nation.

Police say on July 12th they stopped a vehicle and the traffic stop lead police into a detailed investigation.

Police then say the investigation led them to a number of incidents that occurred over a number of years involving fraudulent activity which amounted between 25 thousand and 250 thousand dollars.

A 51-year-old former band manager from Fort Severn First Nation was charged with two counts of Fraud Over 5 thousand dollars and one count of Breach of Trust.

The man can’t be named at the time due to the processing of court documents and he will appear in court on February 10th.

Fort Severn First Nation is located about 715 kilometres northeast of Red Lake.