Corporate Communications / Media Releases

The Corporate Communications Unit of the South Simcoe Police Service is responsible for coordinating all public and media communications on behalf of the Service. This includes preparing and distributing media releases, managing official social media platforms, and attending community events and major incidents to liaise with the media.  

The unit is staffed by a civilian Communications Specialist dedicated to providing the public with accurate, timely information, and working closely with media partners to keep our community members connected and informed.

For media inquiries and interview requests, please contact:
Samah Othman, Corporate Communications Specialist
samah.othman@southsimcoepolice.ca
705-436-2141 ext. 2006

For general media related questions, please contact:
media@southsimcoepolice.ca

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Two Youths Arrested After Fleeing Highway 400 Collision in Stolen Vehicle

(BRADFORD, ON) – On June 3, 2026, at approximately 6:00 a.m., South Simcoe Police responded to a motor vehicle collision on northbound Highway 400, south of County Road 88, in Bradford West Gwillimbury. The collision involved a Honda CR-V and a transport truck. As a result of the collision, the

Infant Death Investigation Leads to Charges Against Two Individuals

(INNISFIL, ON) – This update follows a media release issued on November 12, 2024, regarding the South Simcoe Police investigation into death of an infant in Innisfil. In the early morning hours of November 8, 2024, the South Simcoe Police Service responded to a medical service call involving an infant

Media Advisory – Police Service Board May Meeting

(INNISFIL/BRADFORD, ON) – The South Simcoe Police Service is advising of the next regular meeting of the Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Service Board scheduled on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 10:00 am, at the South Simcoe Police Service, Innisfil Town Hall, Community Room located at 2101 Innisfil Beach Road, Innisfil,

South Simcoe Police Celebrates Police Week With Two Open Houses

(INNISFIL/BRADFORD, ON) – Police Week runs from May 10-16, 2026, and the South Simcoe Police Service is proud to join services from across the province in celebrating the many ways police and civilian members protect their communities. This year’s theme, Protecting Ontario through Service, highlights the important work police services

Teamwork and Courage Prevent Tragedy in Overnight Barn Fire: Rapid Response Saves Dozens of Farm Animals

(INNISFIL, ON) – On May 6, 2026, at approximately 11:10 p.m., South Simcoe Police were notified of a barn fire on Innisfil Beach Road in the Town of Innisfil after smoke and signs of fire were observed inside the barn through security cameras. Concerned for the safety of the animals

Charges Laid After Reported Disturbance and Weapon Threat in Innisfil

(INNISFIL, ON) – On May 3, 2026, at approximately 6:55 p.m., South Simcoe Police received a report of a disturbance at a licensed premises on Church Street in the Town of Innisfil. Initial information indicated that a physical altercation had occurred inside the premises. During the incident, a male was