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ORILLIA OPP INVESTIGATING DISTURBANCE

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SIU Invokes Mandate

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a disturbance in Orillia, in which the province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) invoked its mandate.

On Friday, April 4, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., police responded to a report of a disturbance and multiple structure fires on Peninsula Road. As a result of the investigation, an involved individual was located in the area. During the interaction, police discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) and conducted energy weapon. One person was taken into custody.

As the SIU has invoked its mandate, the OPP will not be able to provide any further information. Any media inquiries related to the SIU investigation should be directed to [email protected].

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