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MANITOUWADGE OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – GREER & MCGill

(MANITOUWADGE, ON) – The Manitouwadge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged two people with drug related offences following the execution of a drug warrant.

On December 4, 2024, OPP members from the Marathon Community Street Crime Unit, North West Region Emergency Response Team, and the Canine Unit, executed a Controlled Drug and Substances warrant on a residence in Manitouwadge.

A search resulted in the seizure of prohibited firearms, replica style firearms, prohibited weapons and suspected crystal methamphetamine. 

As a result of this investigation, Stephanie GREER, 31-years-old of Manitouwadge, ON has been arrested and charged with the following criminal offences:

  • Possession of an imitation weapon for a dangerous purpose – two counts
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose – seven counts
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition for a dangerous purpose – five counts
  • Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, or prohibited device – seven counts
  • Possession of a prohibited firearm with ammunition
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of a schedule I substance

The accused was released from custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice Manitouwadge on February 26, 2025.

Additionally, Christopher MCGILL, 35-years-old of Manitouwadge, ON has been arrested and charged with the following criminal offences:

  • Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, or prohibited device – seven counts
  • Possession of an imitation weapon for a dangerous purpose – three counts
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose – ten counts
  • Possession of a prohibited firearm with ammunition
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition for a dangerous purpose – five counts
  • Possession of a schedule I substance
  • Possession of a firearm contrary to prohibition order
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm

The accused was held in custody and appeared in the Ontario Court of Justice – Thunder Bay Bail court on December 5, 2024.

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

South Huron Drug Bust – RYCKMAN & YOUNG

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – An investigation conducted by the Huron-Perth Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU), Grey-Bruce OPP CSCU, West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), and Huron County OPP detachment resulted in the seizure of illegal drugs and offence-related property. Criminal charges have been laid against two South Huron residents.

A drug trafficking investigation in South Huron was initiated by members of the Huron-Perth CSCU which led investigators to an address in South Huron.

On Thursday, November 28, 2024, a search warrant was executed on Main Street in the Town of Exeter which resulted in the seizure of several types of illegal drugs and related property. Two individuals have been arrested and charged.

The total value of drugs seized is estimated at $3,945. The total value of seized property including an imitation firearm pellet gun is $1,400.

Kyle RYCKMAN, 29 years of age from South Huron has been charged with:

  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine,
  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (Fentanyl),
  • Fail to Comply with Probation.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Goderich Ontario Court of Justice on January 13, 2025.

Robert YOUNG, 58 years of age from South Huron has been charged with:

  • Possession of Cocaine,
  • Possession of Opioid (Clonazepam).

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Goderich Ontario Court of Justice on January 13, 2025.

Any person with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a web tip at “P3tips.com” where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

Kilo Cocaine Bust

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – A Quinte West resident faces drug trafficking charges after an investigation by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit.

On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, Street Crime Unit members, assisted by OPP Emergency Response Team members, the Canine Unit and Quinte West OPP members, executed search warrants in the west end of Quinte West. One person was arrested.

Officers seized over one kilogram of suspected cocaine, 600 suspected oxycodone pills, nearly seven grams of suspected methamphetamine, and over $4,600 in cash. They also items typically associated to drug trafficking, as well as a conducted energy weapon and a butterfly knife.  

Tanner WICKENS, age 24 of Quinte West, has been charged with: 

  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – three counts
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession of a prohibited device – two counts

The accused was remanded in custody and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Belleville at a later date. 

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(DRYDEN, ON) – An investigation led by the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with the assistance from members of the Northwest Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), Northwest Region Canine Unit, and the Dryden OPP detachment has led to charges being laid against multiple individuals.

On December 3, 2024, just prior to 9:00 a.m., a search warrant was executed on a residence on Wellington Street in Zealand Township (Wabigoon). The investigation resulted in the arrest of several individuals and the seizure of suspected illicit drugs, including cocaine, fentanyl, and oxycodone, as well as further evidence of drug trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, Daniel SMITH-TRACY, 31-years-old of Ajax, has been arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – oxycodone
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Obstruct peace officer

William KENNY, 56-years-old, of Wabigoon, has been arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – oxycodone

Erica BEARDY, 33-years-old of Wabigoon, has been arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl  
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order

Monique OLSON, 35-years-old, of Ignace, has been arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – fentanyl
  • Fail to comply with a Probation Order

Daniel SMITH-TRACEY, Erica BEARDY, and Monique OLSON have been remanded into custody and are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Dryden on December 6, 2024. William KENNY has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Dryden on January 6, 2025.

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Serveral Arrested At RIDE

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested numerous people after a Reduce Impaired Drivers Everywhere (RIDE) on Highway 108 in Elliot Lake.

On December 3, 2024, at approximately 12:30 a.m., police stopped a red Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) and observed the passenger consuming an alcoholic beverage. After further investigation and a subsequent search of the vehicle, police located a tightly tied black garbage bag containing a vacuum sealed clear bag of Canadian currency. The cash was bundled in separate large quantities and bound with elastic bands. One back seat occupant was also wanted, stemming from a previous weapons occurrence in Elliot Lake. After occupants were caught attempting to dispose of suspected cocaine and Fentanyl, all were arrested and charged.  

Ian OTTAWAY, 49-years-old, of Etobicoke was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

·      Assault

·      Assault with a weapon

·      Forcible confinement

·      Utter threats – cause death or bodily harm

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Cout in Sault Ste. Marie on December 12, 2024.

Brian CLARKE, 51-years-old, of Etobicoke was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

Cindy HENDERSON, 50-years-old, of Etobicoke was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

Steven LAHAY, 23-years-old, of Etobicoke was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

These accused persons are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on February 13, 2025.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into a drug trafficking investigation following an interaction at a RIDE program.

Officers were conducting a RIDE program on Highway 35 near Golf Course Road on December 2nd, 2024 at approximately 2:35 am when a motor vehicle entered the RIDE stop and following an interaction with the driver and four occupants the officers entered into a drug trafficking investigation.  Through investigation the driver and all four passengers were arrested and charged with Criminal Code, Controlled Drug and Substances Act, Highway Traffic Act, Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act and Liquor License Act offences.

Jamie Adams, 34-year-old of Lindsay, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Drive Motor Vehicle with Liquor Readily Available
  • Fail to Surrender Insurance Card
  • Fail to Surrender Permit for Motor Vehicle

Ronnie Escott, 30-year-old of Lindsay was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

Ashley Johnson, 39-year-old of Lindsay was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition

Tamara Mcquade, 26-year-old of Lindsay was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition

Adam Wesley, 34-year-old of Hamilton was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to serving our province by protecting its’ citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

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Collingwood OPP Police Press Releases

Joshua Nunez Facing Numerous Charges

(Collingwood, ON) – Members of the Collingwood and Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested a driver of a stolen vehicle and charged the male with numerous offences in the Town of Collingwood.

On November 29, 2024 just after 12:00 p.m. members of Collingwood OPP were conducting general patrol in the area of Cameron Street in the Town of Collingwood. At which time the driver of an Acura TXT was stopped for Highway Traffic Act violations. Shortly thereafter officers began a stolen motor vehicle investigation upon determining that the VIN (vehicle identification number) had been altered, effectively hiding the vehicle’s identity and the fact that it was stolen.

Joshua Nunez, a 26-year-old of Mississauga was charged with:

·      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 (2 counts)

·      Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking (methamphetamine)

·      Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin)

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·      Drive with window coated – view obstructed

·      Drive motor vehicle, no vehicle identification number

The accused will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood at a future date.

Members of the Collingwood & Blue Mountains OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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Alliston OPP Police Press Releases

4 Arrested In Drug Bust

(ALLISTON, ON.) – On November 29th, at approximately 2:22 p.m., members of the of Nottawasaga Detachment Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) charged 4 individuals in relation to several drug related offences after a traffic stop, in the Town of New Tecumseth.

Officers from CRU conducted a traffic stop on a passenger vehicle with an obstructed rear plate, South Bound on 8th Ave. The driver was identified and known to police as a suspended driver. The driver was arrested for this offence and searched incident to arrest.

While officers on scene continued their investigation, they were engaged with 3 other occupants in the vehicle. While identifying each occupant, the officers observed a zip lock baggie containing a white powdery substance believed to be cocaine. The vehicle was seized as proceeds of crime and upon completion of the investigation, officers seized the suspected cocaine, $1,605 in cash, and 2 cellphones as evidence to the offence of trafficking.

All parties were arrested and charged with the following:

Darryl Berdan 40-years-old of Alliston:

  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order -3 counts
  • Unauthorized Possession of Weapon
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Obstruct plate
  • Driving while under suspension

The male party was held for a bail hearing and is to re-appear in court December 2nd .

Joline Stewart 41-years-old of Adjala-Tosorontio:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine
  • Trafficking in Schedule I substance- Cocaine

Released on Form 10 with a future court date of January 2nd, 2024

Jeffery Hollingshead 47-years-old of Alliston:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine
  • Trafficking in Schedule I substance- Cocaine

Released on Form 10 with a future court date of January 2nd, 2024

Daniel Norrie 44-years-old of Alliston:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine
  • Trafficking in Schedule I substance- Cocaine

Released on Form 10 with a future court date of January 2nd, 2024

If you have any information regarding a criminal offence please contact the OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or you can submit your information online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court.

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

Vernon JACKSON – $51,000 Drug Bust

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Police were on general patrol in Oxford County when they initiated a traffic stop which resulted in numerous drug related charges.

On November 27, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., members of the Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on general patrol in the Town of Ingersoll when they initiated a traffic stop on Culloden Road.

Upon further investigation, with the assistance of Oxford, Brant, Middlesex and Elgin Community Street Crime Units (CSCU) along with West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), police arrested and charged Vernon JACKSON, a 66-year-old resident of South-West Oxford with the following offences:

  • Possession of a Schedule III Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Possession of Over 30g Dried Cannabis in a Public Place
  • Possession of Illicit Cannabis
  • Possession of Cannabis for the Purpose of Selling
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance
  • Possession for the Purpose of Distributing

The combined estimated street value of the seized controlled substances is approximately $51000.

The accused was remanded into custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, located in Woodstock, on a later date.

The investigation is ongoing. If you have any information that can assist with the investigation, please contact Oxford OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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OPP Police Press Releases Prescott

Drug Bust – Names Released

(PRESCOTT, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit has arrested two people for drug possession in Prescott.

A drug trafficking investigation began in the fall of 2024.

On Thursday, November 28, 2024, Street Crime Unit members, assisted by members of the OPP Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit executed a search warrant at a residence on Park Street East.

They seized a quantity of suspected crack cocaine and items typically associated with drug trafficking. Four people were taken into custody at the scene.

Joshua MACKINNON, and Leah SERSON, both age 39 off Prescott, have been charged with possession of a Schedule 1 substance.

Both of these accused were release from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on December 13, 2024.

One individual was arrested on behalf of the Brockville Police Service for an outstanding warrant and released with a court date. Another was released unconditionally.

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