Wanted man arrested after fleeing from police

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE

Case #: 25-117068 / 25-303308

Wanted man arrested after fleeing from police

The Windsor Police Service has arrested a 45-year-old man wanted in connection with a theft investigation after he allegedly fled from officers in a dangerous manner.

On November 3, 2025, shortly before 4 p.m., officers were conducting patrols in the area of Jefferson Blvd. when the Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system alerted them to a vehicle whose registered owner was wanted for theft under $5,000.

Officers initiated a traffic stop. Before they could approach, the driver allegedly fled the scene at a high rate of speed. The driver was identified as 45-year-old Andre J Drouillard.

This morning shortly after 3 a.m., officers located and executed the outstanding warrant on Drouillard at a business in the 2700 block of Etienne Blvd.

He has been charged with the following:

•  Theft under $5,000

•  Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle

•  Flight from a peace officer

Anyone with information is asked to call the Windsor Police Service at 519-255-6700 ext. 4000. You can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-TIPS (8477) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.