OPP officers from Hawkesbury Detachment conducted a traffic stop on Higginson Street, in the town of Hawkesbury, following a violation of the Highway Traffic Act.
On the night of May 3, shortly after 9 p.m., during the investigation, the officers observed a black backpack containing a black conductive energy weapon. Also located in the backpack was a tear gas cannister, numerous knifes and an axe.
Following the investigation, 50-year-old Yan Eric Joseph PARE from Hawkesbury was charged with the following offences:
• Unauthorized Possession of Weapon
• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
• Have care or control of vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
• Having care or control of a motor vehicle with unsealed container of liquor
• Drive motor vehicle, fail to display two plates
• Improper number plate light
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on July 29 at the L’Orignal courthouse.
43-year-old Ryan PARSON from Hawkesbury was charged with the following offences:
• Unauthorized Possession of Weapon
• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
• Poss of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order – four counts
• Fail to Comply with Probation Order – three counts
The accused was held for a bail hearing on May 4, 2026, at the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal.