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(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH TWP, ON) – A fuel truck rollover has closed Cherrydale Road in ACW Township for emergency and clean up crews. On September 06, 2024, just before 1:00 p.m., the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Goderich Fire Department, Huron County Paramedic Services responded to a report of a rollover collision involving a fuel tanker truck on Cherrydale Road near Benmiller. Emergency responders located one injured vehicle driver who was transported to a local hospital for minor injury. The truck had diesel fuel and gasoline on board at the time. Clean up crews were called in to… Read more: Fuel Truck Rollover Closed Road

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person with three counts of Assault with a Weapon following an incident in the Municipality of Huron-Kinloss (Lucknow) on September 05, 2024.  Just after 6:00 p.m., Thursday, September 05, 2024, South Bruce OPP received a report of suspicious persons carrying baseball bats on Havelock Street in the Village of Lucknow. Officers attended the location and observed an altercation occurring between two individuals. One of those individuals brandished an edged weapon and was safely taken into custody. The police investigation revealed two victims, one of which… Read more: Violent Assaults In Lucknow

(TYENDINAGA TOWNSHIP, ON) – Three people face multiple charges after the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) seized drugs and cash at two residences in Deseronto. On September 5th, 2024, the East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), assisted by members of the Lennox and Addington (L&A) County detachment, as well as the OPP Canine Unit, executed two search warrants at addresses on Mill Street and Brant Street in Deseronto. A quantity of suspected cocaine and oxycodone pills were seized. Paraphernalia associated with drug trafficking, cell phones, a prohibited weapon, and a large amount of Canadian currency was also seized.… Read more: Drug Bust – Names Released

(PERTH, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Perth resident with sexual offences involving a child. Lanark officers began an investigation on August 31, 2024, into allegations involving a volunteer with the Ottawa Children’s Aid Society. The individual had been spending a great deal of time with a child and their family. As a result of the investigation, Andrew RYERSON, age 55, was arrested on September 1, 2024, and has been charged with: The accused was released from custody following a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before… Read more: Pervert Alert: Andrew RYERSON Arrested For Sexual Assaulting Child

(LONDON, ON) – Two vehicle collision on Highway 402 leads to canine track and charges for driver. On September 5, 2024, at 5:26 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Middlesex-London Paramedic Service were dispatched to the Eastbound lanes of Highway 402 at Colonel Talbot Road in the City of London for the report of a two-vehicle collision. Investigation revealed a vehicle travelling Eastbound was struck from behind by another Eastbound vehicle, which lost control and entered the ditch. The driver fled the scene on foot, at which time OPP Canine and members… Read more: Dana HEARD Facing Numerous Charges

(HURON SHORES, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested two people for having a stolen trailer on Highway 17. On September 5, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m. the complainant reported following a white pickup truck towing trailer on Highway 17, Huron Shores. They were travelling eastbound, and the trailer was recognized by the complainant as it was stolen over a year ago from Sault Ste Marie. Police conducted a traffic stop and it was in fact the complainant’s trailer. Both occupants of the pickup truck were subsequently arrested.   Thomas BOSTON, 62-years-old, of Sault Ste Marie,… Read more: Stolen Trailer Recovered – Two Arrested

(MUNICIPALITY OF BRIGHTON, ON) – Members from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with multiple offences following an initial traffic stop. On September 1, 2024, at approximately 10:45 p.m., OPP were conducting radar enforcement on Highway 401 in the Municipality of Brighton. A pick-up truck was observed travelling eastbound at a speed of 151 km/h in a posted 110 km/h limit. A traffic stop was initiated and the driver pulled over. Police recorded details relevant to the vehicle and made a demand for documents from the driver. The individual then… Read more: Alexander DUMOUCHEL Was Arrested

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On September 4, 2024, at approximately 1:45 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person after a traffic stop on Pine Road. Police were conducting regular patrol duties near Spruce Avenue and Highway 108 when an alert was indicated by the Automatic Licence Plate Reader (ALPR). The vehicle was followed and subsequently stopped. Christopher SIMPSON-JOHNSTON, 31-years-old, of Serpent River First Nation, was charged with: The accused was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on September 5 , 2024.

(MATTAWA, ON) – Single motor vehicle collision results in driver charged for impaired operation and other offences under the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) and Liquor Licence Control Act (LLCA).   On September 1, 2024, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Mattawa Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision involving a vehicle on Burritts Road, Papineau Cameron Township. Upon arrival, the vehicle was flipped over in the ditch.  There were two occupants in the vehicle and the Nipissing District Ambulance transported the passenger to hospital where they were treated for minor injuries. The driver was arrested… Read more: Deleho STERLING – Drunk Driving

(DRUMMOND-NORTH ELMSLEY TWP, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Smiths Falls resident with impaired driving after a single-vehicle collision on Highway 43. Lanark officers and Lanark County Paramedics responded to the crash, near Pine Avenue. Just before 8:00 p.m. last night (September 5, 2024). There were no serious injuries reported, although at least one individual was transported to hospital as a precaution. One driver was arrested and was transported to the OPP detachment for testing. As a result of the investigation, Stephanie EVANS, age 34, has been charged… Read more: Stephanie EVANS – Drunk Driving

(Wingham, ON) A restaurant in the heart of Wingham is once again facing threats from the Heffer family. The situation escalated several weeks ago after the North Huron Reeve/Mayor was confronted at a council meeting regarding his abuse of the by-law department and his threats to search and seize private property without a warrant. At the next council meeting, Paul Heffer took steps to remove public comments and is refusing to allow questions during council meetings. Several weeks ago, someone claiming to be Jeremy Heffer entered Buck & Jo’s demanding that the F Paul Heffer flags… Read more: Heffer Family Threatens Buck & Jo’s in Attempt to Murder What’s Left of Canada #EndHefferBullying

(TEMISKAMING SHORES, ON) – Male arrested for shoplifting by off-duty police officer results in four persons charged with drug trafficking. On September 2, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., an off-duty police officer arrested a male for shoplifting at a business on Highway 11 in Dymond Township and the Temiskaming Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to assist. Two people fled in a vehicle prior to their arrival and one other person hid in the store. The vehicle was located, and a traffic stop was conducted on Shepherdson Road in New Liskeard. The occupants were arrested, and the… Read more: Shoplifters Arrested – Drugs A Factor

(MIDLAND,ON) – A traffic stop by police of a speeding Dodge Dart on Yonge Street, Midland has resulted in the seizure of a considerable amount of street drugs, Canadian currency and weapons resulting in criminal charges for a Midland resident. Two members of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment conducted the vehicle stop at approximately 8:16 p.m. August 28, 2024 resulting in the officers entering into a Highway Traffic Act investigation. During the course of this investigation, the officers entered into Controlled Drug and Substances Act (CDSA) investigation resulting the seizure of substances that appear to be Methamphetamine, Oxycodone, Heroin,… Read more: Joshua LEMAY Facing Numerous Charges

(PUSLINCH, ON) – On September 01, 2024, at approximately 12:30 a.m. officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment were dispatched to a single motor vehicle collision on Brock Road South, Puslinch. As a result of the investigation, Vasco A. MONIZ, 27-years-old of Cambridge, was charged with: The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

(KENORA, ON) – Police have arrested and charged two individuals after a traffic stop led to the seizure of a large quantity of fentanyl with a street value of approximately $400,000. On September 2, 2024, as a result of an investigation led by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau, with assistance from the OPP Kenora Community Street Crime Unit, OPP Kenora Detachment and Treaty Three Police Service, a traffic stop was conducted in Kenora. The two occupants in the vehicle were arrested and charged with drug-related offences. Jashanpreet SINGH, age 20 and Karanpreet SINGH,… Read more: $400,000 Fentanyl Bust

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA, ON) – On August 31, 2024, at approximately 8:30 a.m. officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Jones Baseline, Guelph- Eramosa. During the operation, a vehicle was stopped, and the driver was assessed for sobriety. As a result of the investigation, Jacob A. ORAM, 24-years-old of Georgetown, was charged with: The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

(WALPOLE ISLAND FIRST NATION, ON) – Police have charged one individual following a weapons investigation, which resulted in the execution of a search warrant at a residence on Walpole Island First Nation. On August 29, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Lambton County Crime Unit, Lambton OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Walpole Island First Nation Police with the assistance of the OPP West Region Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), and OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) executed a search warrant at an address on River Road, Walpole Island First Nation. During the search, officers discovered and seized… Read more: Richard HINOJOSA Facing Numerous Charges

(ALMAGUIN HIGHLANDS, ON) – The Almaguin Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a commercial motor vehicle driver with impaired driving following a traffic stop. On September 4, 2024, at approximately 10:45 p.m., officers observed the vehicle driving on Highway 11 in Strong Township with no rear lights activated. Officers conducted a traffic stop on the commercial vehicle. As a result of the investigation, Simon GOLOM, 39 years-of-age, of Winnipeg was charged with The accused is scheduled to appear at the Sundridge Ontario Court of Justice at a later date. If you suspect a… Read more: Simon GOLOM – Drunk Driving

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA, ON) – On August 31, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation into the theft of copper wire from hydro lines. The damages and losses were reported at upwards of $100,000. With the help of the West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) the investigation has led to the arrest of Kevin M. GIBSON, of Cambridge, he has been charged with: The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph, at a later date. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident should… Read more: Kevin M. GIBSON – Theft

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – Officers with the Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made an arrest in connection with a serious assault in the City of Quinte West. Officers were called to an apartment on King Street shortly after 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. A 34-year-old male was located with stab wounds and was transported by Hastings Quinte Paramedics to a regional trauma centre. The suspect in the incident had fled the scene. An extensive search of the area, by Quinte West officers, the OPP Emergency Response Unit and the OPP… Read more: Attempted Murder – Justin LYONS Arrested

(CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On September 03, 2024, at approximately 10:30 p.m officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Orangeville Road, Fergus. During the operation, a vehicle was stopped, and the driver was assessed for sobriety. As a result of the investigation, Amin JAN, 57-years-old of Guelph, was charged with: The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date. If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to… Read more: Amin JAN – Impaired Driving

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred overnight in the Township of Ramara. On September 4, 2024, just before 10:30 p.m., Orillia OPP, Simcoe County Paramedic Service and Township of Ramara Fire, were dispatched to Highway 12 South near Sideroad 15 for a report of a single motor vehicle that had struck a pedestrian. The pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene. The deceased has been identified as a 20-year-old male of Orillia. The OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME)… Read more: Fatal Collision

(WALKERTON, ON) – South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a driver after a collision on Durham Street Walkerton, in the Municipality of Brockton.  On August 28, 2024, at approximately 10:14pm, OPP, Brockton Fire, and Bruce County EMS responded to a single motor vehicle collision in Walkerton. As a result of the investigation officers believed that the driver was impaired by alcohol; they were subsequently placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests. Gregory SIMPSON, 27-years-old, from Mildmay was charged with: The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information on Impaired… Read more: Drunk Driver Arrested In Walkerton

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after a break and enter to a commercial business in Gravenhurst. On September 4th, 2024, at 10:20 p.m., Bracebridge OPP officers were dispatched to a break and enter to a grocery store on First Street North in Gravenhurst after the store had closed for the day. A man slipped into the building through an employee door and attempted to steal a quantity of consumable goods. Employees responded to the intruder, who assaulted on employee while attempting to follow through with the theft. Officers responded… Read more: Terry TRAYNOR Was Arrested Again

(LUCKNOW, ON) – On September 4, 2024, at 11:30 p.m., a South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer on Patrol in the Township of Huron-Kinloss, observed a suspicious vehicle on Campbell Street Lucknow.  As a result of the traffic stop, officers believed that the driver was impaired by alcohol; they were subsequently placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests. Kaiden SHEARS, 22-years-old, from the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie was charged with: The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information on Impaired or aggressive driving to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain… Read more: Drunk Driver Arrested In Lucknow

(WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) – On September 3, 2024, at approximately 3:15 p.m., members of Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attempted to stop the driver of a silver sedan on Peel Street, Mount Forest. The vehicle fled the area and was later involved in a fail to remain collision.  As a result of the investigation, and with assistance from the West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Canine Unit, Shaunnice WHITE, 27-years-old of Harriston, was charged with: No injuries were reported in the incident. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at… Read more: Shaunnice WHITE Was Arrested

(LAMBTON SHORES, ON) – On August 31, 2024, at approximately 6:20 p.m., police received several reports from concerned members of the public regarding an individual operating a personal watercraft (PWC) on the shores of Lake Huron, Municipality of Lambton Shores.  The Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with Anishinabek Police Service (APS) responded to the marine incident in the area of East Parkway Drive, Municipality of Lambton Shores. Police were able to locate the operator of the PWC. As a result of the investigation, 48-year-old, Husan HABASH, of London was charged under the Criminal Code with… Read more: Husan HABASH Was Arrested

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – Search warrant in Leamington leads to drug possession, drug trafficking and possession of stolen property charges for two individuals. On August 22, 2024, members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), OPP Canine (K9) and OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) executed a search warrant at a residence on Russell Street in the Municipality of Leamington. CSCU members recovered just over $8,400 worth of illicit drugs, approximately $2,000 in recovered property and just under $300 in Canadian currency. Tanya SMITH, a 46-year-old of… Read more: Drug & Weapon Bust – Tanya SMITH

 (PARIS) – An 18-year-old from Brant County is facing charges after a concerned citizen contacted Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to report a traffic complaint in the County of Brant Sunday morning. On Sunday September 1, 2024, at approximately 6:20 a.m., an officer with the Brant County OPP responded to a traffic complaint on Capron Street in the County of Brant. Police located the vehicle on Market Street where one person was arrested and transported to Brant County detachment for testing. Police have charged 18-year-old, Kira PINK, from Brant County with the following offences: ·             Operation while… Read more: More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE, ON) – The Orillia Detachment and Central Region Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) Team of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have removed and charged a dump truck driver with impaired operation-related offences in the Township of Oro-Medonte. On September 3, 2024, an OPP officer observed a fully loaded dump truck fail to stop at a stop sign on Line 7 North at 15/16 Sideroad East. After pulling the truck over, the officer noticed the driver showing signs of impairment and conducted an ASD test, which resulted in the driver blowing a “FAIL.” The truck… Read more: David McLean – Drunk Driving, Etc.

(HEAD, CLARA AND MARIA TWP, ON) – A local motorist is facing several charges after a single-vehicle collision in the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment area. On September 2, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m., the UOV OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision on Highway 17 in Head, Clara and Maria Township. Investigation found that the eastbound vehicle lost control and entered the eastbound ditch. The driver was not injured.  As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing. Police seized open alcohol from… Read more: Jesse GAGNON – Drunk Driving

(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – Officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested one individual in relation to a recent carjacking incident which took place in the Town of Orangeville. On September 2, 2024, at approximately 12:15 p.m., the Dufferin OPP received a report of a recent carjacking incident. The accused had tricked the victim to pull over to the side of the road insinuating they had an issue with their tire. Once the victim pulled over and exited the vehicle to inspect the tire, the accused jumped into the driver seat preparing to take off. A… Read more: Sukhjinder RAI Facing Numerous Charges

(HEARST, ON) – A report of a vehicle in the ditch of Highway 11 led to an impaired arrest. On August 30, 2024, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call of a near collision, where the subject vehicle had a close call, crossed the centre line, ending up in the westbound ditch on Highway 11, west of Hearst. The vehicle was then reported to be stuck in the ditch, actively trying to drive out. Police located the vehicle and the driver, who was licenced as a G1 driver,… Read more: Cynthia MATTINAS Facing Numerous Charges

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – Elliot Lake All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) operator arrested again after breaching prior release conditions. On September 2, 2024, East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol when a known person was observed operating an ATV on Pearson Drive. The operator was in contravention of prior release conditions to not operate a motor vehicle. Police intercepted the operator on Lauzon Crescent and a subsequent arrest was made. Bradley WILLETT, 24-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with – two counts of failure to comply with release order. The accused was scheduled to appear before… Read more: Bradley WILLETT Was Arrested Again

(NORTH BAY, ON) – Driver charged for operation while impaired, Highway Traffic Act (HTA) offences and Liquor Licence Control Act (LLCA) offences.  On August 31, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m., the North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a grey sedan on Highway 11 that was travelling at over 60 km/h above the posted limit. After further investigation, it was also determined that the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages and was subsequently arrested.   David BROWNE, 50-years-old, of Mississauga was charged with: The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on… Read more: David BROWNE – Drunk Driving

(CHATHAM-KENT, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Chatham Detachment, has charged an individual following a single-vehicle collision investigation. On September 2, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m., emergency responders including members the Elgin OPP, Chatham-Kent Detachment, responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a passenger vehicle entering the centre median of the eastbound Highway 401 near Orford Road, Municipality of Chatham-Kent. No serious injuries were reported. The investigating officer observed signs of impairment from the driver and discovered a quantity of illicit drugs in the individual’s possession. The individual was taken into custody without incident and transported… Read more: Brian KEIGAN – Impaired Driving, Meth A Factor

(PLYMPTON-WYOMING, ON) – On September 1, 2024, at approximately 10:21 p.m., members of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a two-vehicle collision in the westbound lanes of Highway 402, east of Mandaumin Road, Plympton-Wyoming. As a result of the investigation, Joshua LEE, 23-year-old of Georgetown, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences: A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute. The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of… Read more: Joshua LEE – Drunk Driving

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after vehicle leaves road and enters ditch. On September 3, 2024, at 4:48 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to Westdel Bourne in Middlesex Centre, near Little Church Drive, for the report of a vehicle that left the roadway and entered the ditch. It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment. As a result, Tina WHITE, a 44-year-old of St. Thomas, has been charged under the Criminal Code with: ·      Operation while… Read more: Tina WHITE – Drunk Driving

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Police located and arrested an impaired driver, in Norwich Township, thanks to a call from a member of the public. On Tuesday September 3, 2024, at approximately 11:00 p.m., members of the Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to a location on Main Street East in Norwich. After speaking to the driver, police observed signs of impairment and made an arrest. After conducting further testing at the detachment, James WHITEHEAD, 71 years-of-age of Otterville, was charged with the following charges: ·                Operation While Impaired ·                Operation While Impaired -Blood Alcohol Concentration… Read more: James WHITEHEAD – Drunk Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON) – Acyclist has died as a result of being struck by a vehicle on Morris Road in Lakeshore Township. On September 3, 2024, at 7:11 p.m., members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Chatham-Kent Paramedic Service and local Fire, were dispatched to Morris Road between Richardson Side Road and Lee Ave in Lakeshore Township for the report of a serious collision involving a vehicle and a cyclist. The cyclist was transported to hospital where they were later pronounced deceased. The OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) team attended the scene to assist… Read more: Fatal Collision

(ST JOSEPH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Hilton Beach driver was charged after a traffic complaint involving a pickup truck that hit a tree and rolled. On September 2, 2024, at approximately 4:30 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a complaint of a white pickup truck that had hit a tree and subsequently rolled onto its roof on V-Line Road. Police arrived a short time afterwards and observed beer cans, camping gear and gas cans scattered all over the area.  The driver exhibited obvious signs of intoxication and was subsequently arrested. The vehicle was also towed and… Read more: Nathan HACHE – Drunk Driving

(LANSDOWNE, ON) – The Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual with ten offences as a result of a multi-jurisdictional dangerous driving investigation. On Monday, September 2, 2024, shortly after 5:30 p.m., Leeds County OPP officers were requested to assist Belleville Police Service and Quinte West OPP in locating and arresting a dangerous driver who was reported to have nearly struck firefighters in Belleville. The vehicle was also reported as having overtaken a number of vehicles at extremely high rates of speed, including on the shoulders of Highway 401. The driver… Read more: Robert K. SMITH Was Arrested

(WEST PERTH, ON) – One driver has been charged with impaired driving following a traffic stop in the Municipality of West Perth. On August 30, 2024, at approximately 9:10 p.m., a member of the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Wellington Street in Mitchell. The driver was displaying signs of impairment and was taken into custody. As a result, Tammy McGAW, a 47-year-old of Mitchell, has been charged with: –      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs –      Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled… Read more: Tammy McGAW – Impaired Operation

(WEST PERTH, ON) – A driving complaint from the public leads to an impaired charge.  On September 1, 2024, at approximately 11:19 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint involving a suspected impaired driver. Police located the vehicle and driver on Perth Line 24 near Perth Road 180, in the Municipality of West Perth.  During the investigation, an Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized on the driver.  The driver was arrested and transported to detachment where further tests were administered. As a result, Darcy SMITH, a 55-year-old of Bluewater, has been charged with:… Read more: Darcy SMITH – Drunk Driving

(PERTH SOUTH TWP, ON) – A driver is arrested and charged for impaired after a motor vehicle collision investigation. At approximately 11:26 p.m. on August 31, 2024, the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were investigating a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 7 near Line 26, Township of Perth South.  Police located a pickup truck in the ditch on Highway 7. During the investigation, an Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized on the driver. The driver was arrested and transported to detachment where further tests were administered.  As a result, Andrew BURRELL, a 36-year-old of Stratford,… Read more: Andrew BURRELL – Drunk Driving

(PERTH EAST, ON) – A driver is facing an impaired driving charge as a result of an OPP RIDE check. On August 30, 2024, at 9:10 p.m., members of the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Perth Line 55 near Perth Road 131, in the Township of Perth East. A vehicle entered the program at which time a traffic stop was initiated. It was determined that the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to detachment where… Read more: Clive CAUSON – Drunk Driving

(EMBRUN, ON) – Members of the Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested a motorist for impaired driving. On August 31, 2024, at approximately 2:30 p.m., officers in Embrun received a traffic complaint from a member of the public who stated following a black Chevy pickup truck that was swerving all over the road and hitting the curb. Officers located the vehicle shortly after and the driver was arrested for impaired operation. The driver was transported to the Embrun OPP Detachment for further testing and failed with her blood alcohol concentration being nearly 5… Read more: Anick Lachapelle – Drunk Driving

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three individuals with impaired driving over the Labour Day long weekend. On Friday August 30, 2024, shortly after 9:30pm, the Peterborough County OPP received a call regarding a vehicle that had gone into the ditch on Belmont 7th Line in the Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Township. Officers arrived on scene and spoke with the driver noting an odour of alcohol. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their… Read more: More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were out on patrol and responding to various calls with the goal of keeping our communities safe. On August 30, 2024, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a member of the public made a traffic complaint regarding a passenger vehicle travelling eastbound on Highway 401 towards the Municipality of Port Hope. The vehicle was described as being unable to maintain it’s lane. Officers patrolled the highway and observed a vehicle matching the description provided by the caller. A traffic stop was conducted on Highway 401… Read more: Northumberland Weekend Update

(WARWICK, ON) – A traffic stop led to one individual being arrested and charged for driving while impaired. On September 1, 2024, at approximately 1:03 a.m., members of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Forest Road, Warwick Township. As a result of the investigation, Jeffery DOUGLAS, 52-year-old of the Municipality of Lambton Shores, was charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence: A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute. The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled… Read more: Jeffery DOUGLAS – Drunk Driving

(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) work extremely hard to keep the roads safe in Dufferin County. Officers removed and charged three drivers with impaired operation related offences. On August 29, 2024, just before 2:30 a.m., officers from Dufferin OPP were conducting a R.I.D.E. program in the area of First Street in the Town of Orangeville. A vehicle entered the R.I.D.E. program and officers were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation. As a result, Rebecca MATVOZ, a 35-year-old female, from Vancouver has been charged with: •      Operation while impaired –… Read more: More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(LONDON, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge as a result of OPP RIDE Program. On September 1, 2024, at 2:07 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police were engaged in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program in the Westbound lanes of Highway 401 at Veterans Memorial Parkway in the City of London. A vehicle entered the program at which time a traffic stop was initiated. It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further… Read more: Jill O’BRIEN – Drunk Driving

(ST. CLAIR, ON) – The Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged an individual with impaired driving following a traffic stop. On September 1, 2024, at approximately 12: 26 a.m., a member of Lambton County OPP conducted a traffic stop on Buckingham Road, St. Clair Township. As a result of the investigation, Kevin MCCARTHY, 63-year-old of Wallaceburg, was charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences: A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute. The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled… Read more: Kevin MCCARTHY – Drunk Driving

(KILLALOE, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged with criminal offences. On August 27, 2024, just after 7:00 p.m., members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began in investigation into a threats complaint which happened at a campsite off the 523 Highway in the Township of South Algonquin. As a result of police investigation, 35-year-old Amy LYNCH of Hamilton has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences: ·        uttering a threat to cause bodily harm or death and, ·        mischief to property under $5000. The accused was released and is scheduled to… Read more: Amy LYNCH Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – A motor vehicle driver and a vessel operator were charged following separate investigations into impaired driving incidents. At approximately 8:31 p.m. on Saturday, August 31, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a single-vehicle collision on Main Street in Port Dover, Norfolk County. It was determined that a sedan was travelling along Main Street when it collided with two parked vehicles. No injuries were reported. After conducting a roadside sobriety assessment of the driver at the scene, officers took the individual into custody without incident. Charged with the following… Read more: More Impaired Charges

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Alert officer locates and recovers stolen vehicle in restaurant parking lot in Thames Centre. Driver from London facing charges. On August 30, 2024, at 12:06 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol, observed a suspicious vehicle, parked in a parking lot of a business at 3305 Dorchester Road in Thames Centre. Investigation revealed the vehicle had previously been reported stolen out of Peel. An individual was observed sleeping within the vehicle and was placed under arrest without incident. As a result, Rajinder SINGH, a 29-year-old… Read more: Rajinder SINGH Was Arrested Again

(CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On September 02, 2024, at approximately 2:45 p.m officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Orangeville Road, Fergus. During the operation, a vehicle was stopped, and the driver was assessed for sobriety.  As a result of the investigation, Kristopher R. MATTS, 43-years-old of Centre Wellington, was charged with: The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

(PERTH, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Perth resident with impaired driving. Lanark officers were on patrol in Perth on August 30, 2024, shortly after 11:30 p.m., when they saw a vehicle on Gore Street being driven at excessive speeds and in an aggressive manner. Officers followed the vehicle for a short time and then stopped it on South Street. An Approved Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was arrested and transported to the Lanark Detachment for further testing, As a result of the investigation, Peter FREETH,… Read more: Peter FREETH – Drunk Driving

(ATIKAMEKSHENG FIRST NATION, ON) – One person was arrested and charged after a report of a possible impaired driver. On August 31, 2024, at approximately 11:50 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call for service about a possible impaired driver on Reserve Road, Atikameksheng First Nation. Police located the vehicle and arrested the driver for impaired driving, then transported the driver to the OPP detachment for further testing. As a result of the investigation, Robin NOOTCHTAI, 30 years-of-age, from Atikameksheng First Nation, was charged with, operation while impaired –… Read more: Robin NOOTCHTAI – Drunk Driving

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – Police arrested and charged a driver with impaired driving after investigating a traffic hazard. On August 30, 2024, at approximately 12:58 a.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic hazard blocking the roadway on Pine Street, West Nipissing. Police located a low-speed mobile scooter stationary in the middle of the road. The operator was arrested for impaired driving and then transported to the OPP detachment for further testing. As a result of the investigation, Francis LANDRY, 95 years-of-age, from West Nipissing, was charged with, operation while… Read more: Francis LANDRY Was Arrested

(Kenora, ON) – An investigation led by the Kenora Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), Provincial Operations Intelligence Bureau (POIB) and the OPP Canine Unit executed a Search Warrant in the area of Rabbit Lake, Kenora.  As a result of this search warrant charges were laid against one individual. On August 25th, Brendon Phillips, 34 years old, of Kenora, was arrested for weapons related offences in the area of Rabbit Lake, Kenora. Shortly thereafter a search warrant was executed in a residence in the area of… Read more: $100,000 Drug Bust

(GUELPH – ERAMOSA, ON) -) On September 3, 2024, at approximately 12:00 a.m. a member of Wellington County OPP stopped the driver of a blue sedan on Wellington Road 124, Guelph – Eramosa. As a result of the investigation, Akash RANA, 24-years-old of Kitchener, was charged with: The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

(CALEDON, ON) – The Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Major Crime Unit has charged an individual in relation to a historical sexual assault. In November 2022, an investigation began after a victim reported a sexual assault that occurred in 2002. At the time, the accused was a teacher in Caledon. As a result of the investigation, Luigi DI TOMASSO, 64-year-old of Stoney Creek, was charged with: • Sexual assault • Sexual interference  • Invitation to sexual touching under 16 years of age The accused was scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in… Read more: Teacher Arrested For Sexualy Assaulting Child

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were busy on Saturday, August 31. At approximately 4:00 p.m. Officers received a traffic complaint about a vehicle travelling westbound on Killarney Bay Road. Officers located the motor vehicle and spoke with the driver. Stephanie Peca, 51 years-old, from Fenelon Falls was arrested and charged with •        Operation while impaired •        Operation while prohibited •        Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available •        Fail to surrender insurance card In addition to the charges the accused received a 90-day licence suspension, and… Read more: Two More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into a neighbour dispute in Simcoe. At approximately 6:02 p.m. on Sunday, September 1, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a neighbour dispute on Woodway Trail in Simcoe, Norfolk County. It was determined that two individuals were involved in a dispute on the premises, resulting in the victim being physically assaulted. No injuries were reported. As a result, one individual was taken into custody without incident. Charged with the following alleged offence is 58-year-old Wendy WASHIK of Norfolk County: The accused… Read more: Wendy WASHIK – Assault With Weapon

(ATIKOKAN, ON) – A traffic complaint about a motorhome swerving on the road ended with the arrest of an impaired driver. On September 2, 2024, at approximately 8:00 pm, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Atikokan responded to a report of a motorhome that was swerving all over the road. Officers located the vehicle on Highway 11 near Armis Lake and conducted a vehicle stop. The responding officer determined that the driver had been consuming alcohol and conducted a roadside screening test. The driver failed the test and was arrested and transported to the Atikokan OPP detachment where… Read more: Reginald Galbraith – Drunk Driving

(KINCARDINE, ON) – Driver arrested for Impaired driving after South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attend motor vehicle collision.     On September 2, 2024, at 10:06 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report for a single motor vehicle collision on Bruce Road 23 in the Municipality of Kincardine. The uninjured driver was found to have been under the influence of alcohol. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified breath technician. Andrew MERAW 28-years-old, from the Municipality of Kincardine was charged with: The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to… Read more: Andrew MERAW – Drunk Driving

(BROCKTON, ON) – On September 2, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a theft in the Municipality of Brockton. A Mini Bike was stolen from a property along Colborne Street South in Walkerton. Officers on patrol observed the stolen bike at a location in Brockton. As a result of the investigation an individual was arrested and charged, and the Minibike was recovered.   Curtis ANDERSON, 30-years-old, from the Municipality of Brockton was charged with: The accused will be appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Walkerton to answer to… Read more: Curtis ANDERSON Was Arrested Again

(ERIN, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver after an automated licence plate recognition system (ALPR) alert. On August 31, 2024, at approximately 10:45 a.m. a member of Wellington County OPP was patrolling Wellington Road 124 in the Township of Erin and received an ALPR alert for a stolen vehicle. As a result of the investigation, Cindy D. TUCKER, 43-years-old of Guelph, was charged with: The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date. If you have an urgent traffic complaint or… Read more: Cindy D. TUCKER Was Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON) – An early morning fire on Barnett Avenue, Midland has claimed the life of a Midland resident. Members of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment responded at approximately 6:27 a.m. September 1, 2024 along with Midland Fire Service and County of Simcoe Paramedics after neighbours noticed a fire at a nearby home and forced in the front door and called 911. A 39 year old male who was later confirmed to be the resident of the home was located in the area of attached garage to the single story detached bungalow and was triaged and transported to… Read more: Fatal Fire

(TWEED, ON) – A child has died after being struck by a vehicle in Tweed. Members of the Central Hastings Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Tweed Firefighters and Hastings Quinte Paramedics were called to the scene on Jamieson Street West shortly after 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 1, 2024. An off-duty nurse and others attempted life-saving measures, but the victim, a six-year-old girl, was pronounced deceased after being rushed to hospital. The name of the victim will not be released. The vehicle and driver remained at the scene. The investigation is ongoing, involving members of the Central… Read more: 6 Year Old Fatal Struck By Vehicle

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – A single motor vehicle collision has claimed the life of the driver and has sent two passengers to hospital. On September 1, 2024, at approximately 8:12 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Oxford Detachment, Hickson Fire Department, Tavistock Fire Department, Oxford and Perth Paramedic Services, along with Ornge responded to a single motor vehicle collision at a Cassell Road, East Zorra Township address. It was determined that a vehicle was travelling on Cassell Road when the vehicle left the roadway and rolled over. As a result, the driver of the motor vehicle suffered… Read more: Another Fatal Collision

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – A traffic stop on a known suspended driver resulted in the arrest of two people and seizure of a quantity of drugs, weapons and money. On August 31, 2024, at approximately 4:30 pm an officer with the Fort Frances Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle in the 800 block of King’s Highway after he recognized the suspended driver.   The driver was arrested on scene for the offence and a vehicle search was conducted incident to the arrest. The search uncovered a quantity of illegal substances which resulted in an additional arrest for… Read more: Drug & Weapons Bust – Names Released

(Wasaga Beach, ON) – Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a motor vehicle collision that took place on 68th Street North near Shore Lane in the Town of Wasaga Beach, in the morning hours of September 1st 2024. At approximately 5:30 a.m. a group of pedestrians were walking on 68th Street North when a southbound black pick-up truck struck one of the pedestrians before fleeing the scene. The pedestrian, a 57-year-old male from Wasaga Beach, suffered serious injuries and has been airlifted by Air Orange to a Toronto area hospital for treatment.… Read more: Pedestrian Airlifted Following Collision

(KILLALOE, ON) – Members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal single vehicle collision on Highway 60 in South Algonquin Township. On August 31, 2024, at approximately 10:00 p.m., officers responded alongside Fire and Rescue and Renfrew County Paramedics to a report of a motorcycle collision on Highway 60. As a result, a 70-year-old was pronounced deceased at the scene. Highway 60 a since been reopened.

(PORTLAND, ON) – The Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continues to investigate a single vehicle collision where the driver was found deceased and the passenger was found with non-life-threatening injuries. On September 1, 2024, just after 3:00 a.m., members of the Leeds OPP received reports of a vehicle in the ditch on Country Road 8, a few kilometres east of Highway 15. The driver was a 19 year-old man from Mallorytown and the passenger was a 17 year-old man from Brockville. The cause of the collision is still undetermined. Leeds OPP is being… Read more: Fatal Collision

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – A single vehicle collision on Highway 11 that sent two people to hospital resulted in several charges for the alcohol impaired driver. On August 30, 2024, at approximately 10:00 pm, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Fort Frances responded to a single vehicle collision on Highway 11 approximately 40 km east of Fort Frances. The involved vehicle left the highway and collided with a rock cut. Both driver and passenger of the vehicle were transported by ambulance to the hospital in Fort Frances for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Investigation into the collision determined… Read more: Scott KALAUZ – Drunk Driving

(SOUTH STORMONT TWP, ON) – A 14-year-old girl has died after a collision between her bicycle and a car in South Stormont Township. Officers with the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the South Stormont Fire Department and Cornwall SDG Paramedics responded to the collision on County Road 2, west of Long Sault, shortly before 3:30 p.m. on Friday, August 30, 2024. When officers arrived, they found off-duty firefighters and others attempting life-saving measures on the victim, but the teenager was pronounced deceased at the scene. The initial investigation has… Read more: 14 Year Old Cyclist Dead After Being Run Down On Shoulder Of Road

(ATIKOKAN, ON) – A drug trafficking investigation in Atikokan resulted in an arrest and seizure of approximately 115 grams of cocaine. On August 30, 2024, at approximately 2:30 pm, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Atikokan assisted by the Rainy River District OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), and the Northwest Region Canine Unit stopped a vehicle travelling from Thunder Bay to Atikokan. As part of the investigation the driver was arrested, and the vehicle was searched incident to arrest. Officers located approximately 115 grams (4 ounces) of suspected Schedule I cocaine worth an estimated street value of… Read more: Gregory KOZLOWSKI Was Arrested

(TINY TOWNSHIP,ON) – A number of driving complaints to the OPP Communication Centre at 9:20 p.m. August 29, 2024 led officers from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment. to attend the Balm Beach, Tiny Township beach front area to locate a vehicle being operated by a possibly impaired driver. Attending officers were able to locate the suspect vehicle and the driver just north of the beach front and upon speaking with the driver, the officer entered into an impaired driving investigation. As a result of this investigation, Anna AGGIO, 60 years of age of Tiny Township has been charged with the… Read more: Anna AGGIO – Drunk Driving

(MIDLAND, ON) – A 25 year old Barrie resident has been charged in connection to a unlawful vehicle entry and theft incident after a vehicle owner reported the theft of a special gift from an unlocked parked vehicle at an area hospital which occurred at approximately 3:21 a.m. August 29, 2024. Through investigation a suspect was identified and was arrested at 8:21 p.m. August 29, 2024 the scene of another incident at a William Street, Midland residence. Charged is Dawson DION 25 years of Barrie with the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada. The accused… Read more: Dawson DION Was Arrested Again

(TINY TOWNSHIP, ON) – As a result of an indecent act complaint to the OPP Communications Centre at approximately 6:55 p.m. August 24, 2024, members of the Southern Georgian Bay attended a water front public beach area in Tiny Township and initiated a investigation into the complaint. Through investigation, a suspect was identified and on August 30, 2024 at approximately 10:50 a.m. Steve SKROBOT 60 years of Tiny Township was located while operating a vehicle on Simcoe County Road 6 in Tiny Township and was arrested and held for a bail hearing. The accused will be appearing before the Ontario Court of… Read more: Pervert Alert – Steve SKROBOT Arrested For Exposing Self To Children

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges in connection to a stolen vehicle investigation.   On August 23, 2024, Caledon OPP received information from the Town of Caledon By-Law Enforcement on a ‘chop shop’ with a stolen 2021 Lexus RX350 in pieces at a rural property on The Gore Road in the Town of Caledon. On August 29, 2024, the Caledon and Nottawasaga Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Caledon Community Response Unit (CRU), Provincial Auto Theft and Towing (PATT) Team and with the assistance of the Equite… Read more: Stolen Vehicle Investigation Leads To Arrests

(TOWNSHIP OF THE NORTH SHORE, ON)- Thief hit in the head with small propane cylinder. On August 29, 2024, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a break and enter at a rail scrap yard on Highway 17 in the village of Spragge.   The suspect had loaded scrap metal in a trailer from the rail yard and a struggle ensued between the complainant and the suspect. While waiting for police the complainant then tried to box in the suspect vehicle and was unsuccessful as the suspect vehicle drove… Read more: Michael SCHELL Was Arrested

(BURLINGTON, ON) – Officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Highway Safety Division, Highway 407 Detachment investigated a commercial motor vehicle complaint that resulted in Tobacco Tax Act charges. On August 29, 2024 at approximately 10:45 pm a Ministry of Transportation, Transportation Enforcement Officer conducted a traffic stop of a commercial motor vehicle for not having a toll transponder on Highway 407 westbound, west of Appleby Line in Burlington. Officers from the OPP’s Highway 407 Detachment were called to assist with the investigation. Under the authority of the Tobacco Tax Act, officers searched the commercial motor… Read more: 3.6 Million Cigarettes Without Kings Stamp Seized

(MANITOUWADGE, ON) – One individual is facing drug charges following a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant in the Town of Manitouwadge. On August 29, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit, with assistance from the Emergency Response Team and Manitouwadge OPP Detachment, executed a CDSA search warrant at a residence on Wendego Street. The investigation resulted in the arrest of one individual and the seizure of 125 grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine, codeine, and 13,000 illegal cigarettes. Canadian currency and other items associated with drug trafficking were… Read more: Meth Bust – Douglas POLLARD

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – Three Quinte West residents are facing drug trafficking charges. Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and Quinte West OPP Detachment began an investigation in early August regarding the sales of illegal drugs, specifically cocaine, in the community. On Thursday, August 29, 2024, CSCU and Quinte West officers, along with members of the OPP Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence on McGill Street. Two men were arrested at the scene and a third was arrested today, Friday, August 30,… Read more: Drug Bust – PARKER X3

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into a mischief incident in Simcoe. At approximately 3:11 p.m. on Thursday, August 29, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a mischief incident on Norfolk Street South in Simcoe, Norfolk County. It was determined that an individual entered a business, got into a dispute with an employee, and then caused property damage before leaving the area on foot. Officers later found the suspect at a nearby address and took them into custody without incident. Charged with following alleged offences is 25-year-old… Read more: Cameron BATES Was Arrested

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON)- One person arrested and charged for 16 offences. On August 26, 2024, the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began a fraud investigation that occurred between August 10, 2024, and August 18, 2024, that took place at a local outfitters store in the City of Elliot Lake. Investigation determined an employee stole store items, cash, had pocketed money from the till and refunded store items by falsifying invoices.  Closed circuit television (CCTV) recorded most of the fraudulent transactions and thefts. On August 29, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., the OPP made… Read more: Martin BATES – Fraud, Theft

(WHITBY, ON) – Officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Highway Safety Division (HSD) – Toronto Detachment, Whitby office investigated a single-vehicle rollover collision that resulted in one fatality and two people going to hospital. On August 30, 2024, at 2:55 a.m, OPP officers responded to a single vehicle rollover collision on the off ramp from Highway 401 eastbound to Brock Street in Whitby. As a result of the collision, the driver, a 23-year-old male was pronounced deceased at the scene. In addition, a 23-year-old male passenger and 20-year-old female passenger were transported to hospital, both in… Read more: Fatal Collision

(GREENSTONE, ON) – The Greenstone Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision. On August 29, 2024, at approximately 6:40 p.m., members of the Greenstone OPP Detachment and emergency medical services (EMS) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 11 at mile marker 1062. One passenger from motor vehicle was pronounced deceased at the scene. Another passenger was transported to hospital by EMS to be treated for serious injuries. The OPP North West Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team and OPP Collision Re-Constructionists are assisting in the… Read more: Fatal Collision Closed Hwy 11

(NORTH BAY, ON) – Two people charged following a traffic stop. On August 24, 2024 at approximately 10:30 p.m., the Mattawa Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a notification from the Automated Licence Plate Reader (ALPR) and stopped the subject vehicle on Highway 17, Papineau-Cameron Township.  Through investigation police learned the vehicle was stolen. Additionally, open liquor, suspected cannabis and oxycodone were located inside. As a result, two occupants were arrested, and the vehicle was towed.  The driver, Cameren JAHTRA, 33 years-of-age of Montreal was charged with: The passenger, Kyle ROTAR, 29 years-of-age of Newmarket was charged with possession… Read more: Cameren JAHTRA Was Arrested

(DRYDEN, ON) – An investigation led by the Red Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Dryden OPP CSCU and the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service, has led to charges being laid against a Hamilton resident. On August 28th, 2024, just before 6:00 pm, an individual was arrested at the Sioux Lookout Airport and was found in possession of a quantity of cocaine.      As a result of the investigation, Sebastion ORTIZ-CARSWELL, 21 years old, of Hamilton, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following offence:… Read more: Sebastion ORTIZ-CARSWELL Was Arrested

(DRYDEN, ON) – An investigation led by the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Red Lake OPP CSCU, Northwest Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), and Canine Unit, has led to charges against two individuals. On August 26, 2024, just after 10:00 a.m., Jodie BEAULNE, 48 years old, of Dryden, was arrested for possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime, at a local business in the area of Whyte Avenue, City of Dryden. On August 26, 2024, just after 2:00 p.m., a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search… Read more: Drug Bust

(BRANT, ON) – A Brantford resident is facing charges following a traffic stop on Colborne Street East. On August 29, 2024, at approximately 8:20 a.m., a member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Brant Detachment, initiated a traffic stop with a passenger vehicle after it was found speeding on Colborne Street East, Brant County. While speaking to the driver, the investigating officer observed signs of intoxication and a roadside approved screening device (ASD) test was administered, registering a failure. The driver was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Haldimand Detachment for further testing. As… Read more: Noel BOMBERRY- Drunk Driving

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are seeking the public’s assistance with two ongoing investigations involving a BB gun occurring in the Municipality of North Perth. At approximately 10:40 p.m. on August 27, 2024, an individual was assaulted and shot with a BB gun on Queen Street East, Listowel, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries. At approximately 12:32 a.m. on August 28, 2024, the front of a residence was damaged on Elma Street East, Listowel. Anyone with information regarding these incidents or the identity of those involved should contact the Perth County OPP at… Read more: Shots Fired In Listowel

(BAYHAM, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) located and investigated a vehicle after a Good Samaritan reported a suspected impaired driver in the Municipality of Bayham. On August 28, 2024, at approximately 4:00 p.m., members of the Elgin County OPP located the vehicle on Plank Road near Heritage Line, Municipality of Bayham. While speaking to the driver, the investigating officer observed signs of intoxication and a roadside approved screening device (ASD) test was administered, registering a failure. The driver was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Elgin OPP, St. Thomas Detachment, for… Read more: Henry HAMM – Drunk Driving

(MALAHIDE, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), St. Thomas Detachment, has charged an individual following a disturbance in the Township of Malahide. On August 29, 2024, at approximately 2:50 a.m., members of the Elgin County OPP were dispatched to an address in the Township of Malahide, for the report of a disturbance. As a result of the investigation, John MOORE, a 45-year-old from the Township of Norwich was charged with: The accused has been held in custody pending a bail hearing. The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. … Read more: John MOORE – Trespass, Harassment

(MUNICPALITY OF BRIGHTON, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made an arrest in a fraud investigation. On June 30, 2023, OPP recorded a complaint relating to a fraud which occurred at a residential property on Old Wooler Road in the Municipality of Brighton.  The complainant advised that towards the end of October 2022, $30,000 was paid to the contractor to complete work at the location. However, the individual discontinued, left existing renovations unfinished and their whereabouts was unknown to the caller. Efforts to resolve were undertaken by the victim prior to… Read more: Zachary EDWARDS – Fraud