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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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

South Simcoe Police Investigating Theft of $300K at 400 Market in Innisfil – Police Appeal For Information

(INNISFIL, ON) – South Simcoe Police are requesting assistance from the public in relation to a theft which occurred at the 400 Market located at Industrial Park Road in the Town of Innisfil. On May 3, 2026, at approximately 9:15 a.m., South Simcoe Police responded to a report that a

Investigation Update – Police Arrest Male in Connection to Vandalism at Innisfil Islamic Centre

(INNISFIL, ON) – This update follows a media release issued on April 23, 2026, regarding the South Simcoe Police investigation into the April 10, 2026, incident involving an act of vandalism which occurred at the Islamic Centre in the Town of Innisfil. The investigation was conducted by the South Simcoe

South Simcoe Police Service Investigating Vandalism at Innisfil Religious Site – Police Appeal for Information

(INNISFIL, ON) – South Simcoe Police are requesting assistance from the public in relation to an act of vandalism which occurred at a religious establishment in the Town of Innisfil. On April 10, 2026, at approximately 3:45 p.m., officers from the South Simcoe Police Service were dispatched to a report