A civilian member of the North Bay Police Service has been charged with identity fraud and identity theft following an Ontario Provincial Police investigation into alleged online impersonation. According to The Nugget, Ryan Kelleher, 39, of North Bay, a civilian member of the North Bay Police Service, was arrested and charged on Oct. 28.
Key facts
- Chief of Police Daryl Longworth requested that the Ontario Provincial Police investigate allegations of off-duty criminal misconduct by the civilian member.
- The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police Crime Unit commenced an investigation after receiving information about alleged online impersonation.
- The member was removed from active duty and suspended pending the outcome of an employment investigation under the Civilian Discipline Standard Operating Procedure.
- The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on Jan. 18, 2027.
North Bay Chief of Police Daryl Longworth described the news as “deeply disappointing” for the community. “Trust is built through our actions, and so it is very important in moments like this that we are open and transparent,” Longworth said.
OPP investigation into alleged misconduct
The Nugget reported that Longworth requested an OPP investigation into allegations of off-duty criminal misconduct by the civilian member.
The West Parry Sound Detachment’s OPP Crime Unit began its investigation after receiving information about alleged online impersonation, according to The Nugget.
Longworth said he remains committed to taking appropriate steps to address allegations of member misconduct on or off duty and ensuring that anyone who compromises the trust placed in the service is held accountable.
Civilian member removed from active duty and suspended
According to The Nugget, the member was removed from active duty and suspended pending the outcome of an employment investigation under the North Bay Police Service’s Civilian Discipline Standard Operating Procedure.
Police have not released further information about the allegation, saying the matter is before the courts.
Court appearance scheduled for Jan. 18, 2027
The Nugget reported that Kelleher is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on Jan. 18, 2027.
Investigators are asking anyone who may have had contact with the accused, or who believes they experienced similar circumstances, to contact the West Parry Sound OPP.
What we don't know yet
- Police have not released further information because the matter is before the courts.
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- North Bay police staffer faces identity theft and fraud charges — North Bay Nugget, Oct. 30, 2026
- Member of the North Bay Police Service charged with identity theft — CTV News, Oct. 30, 2026
- North Bay Police Service employee charged in OPP identity-related online fraud investigation — BayToday, Oct. 30, 2026
- NBPS civilian member charged by OPP with Identity Theft — North Bay Nugget, Oct. 30, 2026
- Civilian city police member charged with identity theft — My North Bay Now, Nov. 1, 2026
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