Man facing firearm charges arrested for violating bail conditions

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 24-144640
Man facing firearm charges arrested for violating bail conditions

The Windsor Police Service has arrested a 29-year-old man for violating his bail conditions just a month after he was released on firearm-related charges.

On October 27, 2024, Wayne Mackay was released on bail while facing seven charges, including possession of a dangerous weapon and possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle. His release order included house arrest, electronic monitoring, and a prohibition from driving due to his status as a suspended driver.

The Bail Compliance Unit initiated an investigation after receiving information that Mackay was breaching his conditions.

On November 29, 2024, Bail Compliance officers, with assistance from the OPP-led Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Unit, located and arrested Mackay in the 700 block of Assumption Street.

Mackay now faces additional charges of failure to comply with a release order and driving while under suspension.

The bail compliance officers are part of the Offender Management Unit, a partnership between Windsor Police and LaSalle Police Service to supervise high-risk individuals placed under house arrest, curfew, or electronic monitoring. The Offender Management Unit is supported through a grant from the Government of Ontario, as part of the provincial government’s strategy to strengthen Ontario’s bail system.

To report an individual who isn’t complying with their release conditions, please contact Windsor Police at 519-255-6700. You can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online atwww.catchcrooks.com.