Ontario Provincial Police have announced an arrest following a complex, nearly 13-month investigation into a serious break-and-enter incident in The Nation Township. A 26-year-old man from Ottawa now faces multiple criminal charges.
Joint Investigation Culminates in Arrest
The arrest, made public on January 16, 2026, is the result of a collaborative effort between the Ontario Provincial Police, the Brockville Police Service, and the Ottawa Police Service. The investigation centered on an incident that occurred on December 23, 2024, at a residence on Limoges Road.
According to police, the suspect entered the dwelling while armed with a handgun and proceeded to commit a robbery. The lengthy investigation underscores the complexity of the case and the dedication of the involved police services to bringing a resolution.
Charges Laid Include Firearm Offences
The accused Ottawa man has been formally charged with several serious offences. The charges reflect the severity of the alleged actions during the break-in:
- Break and enter a dwelling with intent
- Conspiracy to commit an indictable offence
- Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
- Robbery using a firearm
Following his arrest, the individual was held in custody. As of the police announcement, he remained detained pending a court appearance to answer to these allegations.
Location and Community Context
The Nation Township is a municipality located approximately 75 kilometres east of Ottawa. Incidents of this nature, involving an armed intrusion, are taken extremely seriously by police in both urban and rural communities across Eastern Ontario.
The successful conclusion of this investigation demonstrates the effectiveness of inter-service cooperation in addressing major crimes that cross jurisdictional lines. The OPP has not released further details about the evidence gathered during the 13-month probe or the specific circumstances that led to identifying the suspect.
This case serves as a reminder of the ongoing police work that occurs behind the scenes, often for extended periods, to hold individuals accountable for serious alleged crimes and to seek justice for affected residents.
