Man charged with attempted murder arrested for auto theft and impaired driving

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Case #: 25-42899
Man charged with attempted murder arrested for auto theft and impaired driving

A 25-year-old man out on bail for attempted murder has been arrested for auto theft and impaired driving.

On June 17, 2022, Fernando Ratcliffe was granted bail on multiple charges, including five counts of attempted murder, following an incident that saw multiple people shot outside a bowling alley in the 10000 block of Tecumseh Road East. His release conditions included house arrest.

Shortly after 1 a.m. on May 4, 2025, police responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision in the 1800 block of Slater Street. Through a preliminary investigation, officers learned that a man had driven through the fence of a residential property before colliding with a parked vehicle.

When officers spoke to the motorist, they detected a strong odour of alcohol and other signs of impairment. Further investigation determined the suspect had stolen the involved vehicle and breached the conditions of his release order.

Ratcliffe was arrested and charged with:

  • Theft of a motor vehicle
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Impaired operation of a conveyance
  • Failure to comply with a release order 

Anyone with information should call the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com. 

The Windsor Police Service encourages anyone with information regarding individuals who are not complying with their release conditions to contact us at 519-255-6700. To report anonymously, please contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or visit www.catchcrooks.com.



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