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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Impaired Driver Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into an incident of impaired driving.

At approximately 7:38 p.m. on Friday, May 3, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to and investigated a single-vehicle collision at a location on Highway 3 in Delhi, Norfolk County. No injuries were reported.

Upon arrival at the scene, officers determined that the driver of the vehicle had left the area on foot.

Shortly afterward, officers found the driver at a nearby location, assessed their sobriety, and then took them into custody.

After being arrested, the driver assaulted two officers. No injuries were reported.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 25-year-old Zachary STEWART of Haldimand County:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand,
  • Dangerous operation,
  • Fail to remain,
  • Take motor vehicle without consent,
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available,
  • Assault Peace Officer (two counts),
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm,
  • Mischief under $5,000.

The accused was detained in custody and is scheduled to appear at a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe.

If you observe a driver you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Two Arrested

(Orillia, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have two individuals as part of an impaired driving and stolen property investigation.

On April 21, 2024, at about 2:51 p.m., Orillia OPP responded to a minor motor vehicle collision where one of the involved vehicles failed to remain at the scene. Officers patrolled for the vehicle in question and spotted it travelling southbound on Highway 11 near Line 15 in Oro-Medonte Township. The vehicle was stopped and responding officers commenced their investigation. The driver of the vehicle was suspected to be impaired by drug, underwent a drug recognition evaluation and failed. As the investigation continued it was determined that the driver and passenger were in possession of stolen property. Recovered were two landscaping tampers.

As a result, Brock Buckingham, 39-years-old, from Innisfil has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired-blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).
  • Operation while impaired-alcohol and drugs.
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 x2
  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance – opioid (other than heroin)
  • Failure to stop after accident

The accused was held in police custody pending a bail hearing. As a result of the impaired related charges his driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and his vehicle impounded for a period of 7 days.

John Thorn, 32-years-old, from Innisfil has been charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 x2
  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance – opioid (other than heroin)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges at a later date in May 2024.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

William CAMERON – Hit & Run, Impaired Driving

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after vehicle leaves roadway and enters ditch.

On April 19, 2024, at 5:27 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Thorndale Road in Thames Centre, for the report of a single vehicle that left the roadway and entered the ditch.

The driver fled the scene, however, was located a short distance from the collision scene.

The driver was placed under arrest without incident.

As a result, William CAMERON, a 29-year-old of Brantford, has been charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, Liquor Licence Control Act and Cannabis Control Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Dangerous operation

·      Fail to remain

·      Driving motor vehicle with unsealed container of liquor

·      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on June 17, 2024.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.   

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North Perth OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Hit & Run: One From Listowel Arrested – Name Released

(NORTH PERTH) – Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual after a fail to remain collision on Line 87 in the Municipality of North Perth.

On April 14th, 2024, just before 4:30 p.m., police responded to a single vehicle collision on Line 87 east of Road 175. It was reported that a pickup truck left the roadway, and the driver was observed leaving the area. 

Justin SAGE, a 33-year-old resident of Listowel has been charged with:

    -Dangerous operation

    -Fail to remain

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on May 13th, 2024.

Anyone who was in the area at the time of this collision and witnessed the pickup truck is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Jason OVERLAND & Denise COTE Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers with impaired operation related offences as the result of a traffic complaint.

On April 13, 2024, just before 2:30 p.m., officers from the Dufferin OPP responded to a fail to remain motor vehicle collision in the area of Broadway and Sherbourne Street in the Town of Orangeville. Officers were able to locate the vehicle and were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation. 

Jason OVERLAND, a 50-year-old male, from The Town of Mono has been charged with:

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

•      Dangerous operation

•      Failure to stop after accident

On April 16, 2024, just after 6:00 p.m., officers from the Dufferin OPP responded to a possible impaired driver in the area of Marie Street in the Town of Shelburne. Officers were able to locate the vehicle and were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation. 

Denise COTE, a 53-year-old female, from the Town of Shelburne has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

•      Drive – hand held communication device

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville to answer to the charges. Their driver’s licence was suspended, and the vehicle was impounded.

Dufferin OPP continues to conduct traffic enforcement daily as drivers who are impaired by alcohol or drugs and who drive at excessive speeds continue to pose a threat to Ontario roads. We are committed to the safety of our community.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorist to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure, or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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OPP Petrolia Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Craig NESBITT Arrested

(PETROLIA, ON) – The Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual after a fail to remain collision on Petrolia Line in Petrolia.

On April 13, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m.., police responded to a two-vehicle collision on Petrolia Line between Tank Street and First Avenue. It was reported that a vehicle struck a pickup truck and left the scene. The occupants of the pickup truck that remained on scene were not injured.

On April 14, 2024, an individual was arrested at the Petrolia OPP Detachment.

As a result, Craig NESBITT, 50 years of age from Petrolia has been charged with:

·        Dangerous operation S.320.13(1) CC

·        Fail to remain S.200(1)(a) HTA

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Sarnia on May 14, 2024.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

Hwy 85 Hit & Run Suspect At Large

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Neighbourhood Policing North Division is investigating a hit and run motor vehicle collision in Kitchener.

On April 9, 2024, at approximately 7:50 a.m., police responded to reports of a collision involving a commercial motor vehicle and a black Honda Civic in the southbound lanes of Highway 85 near Wellington Street North. 

The black Honda Civic was located a short distance away from the scene of the collision and the unknown driver had fled the area.

Highway 85 remained closed for several hours for the cleanup of a fuel spill.

There were no physical injuries reported as a result of this incident.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed this incident or has dash-cam footage is encouraged to contact the Waterloo Regional Police Service at 519-570-9777, extension 6399.

To provide anonymous information, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com

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Waterloo Regional Police WFP

Chaos in Kitchener: Impaired Driver Flees Scene, Struck Police Cruiser, K9 Track, Etc

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police have charged a driver with multiple offences, including impaired driving, in connection to a hit-and-run investigation in Kitchener.

On April 7, 2024, at approximately 1:30 a.m., police witnessed a Hyundai travelling north at a high rate of speed on Regina Street North strike a Honda that was also heading north.

As an officer approached the Hyundai, the driver put his vehicle in motion and fled east on University Avenue East.

A short time later, police located the vehicle being operated in a dangerous manner on Bridge Street West near Northfield Drive East in Waterloo. Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop, however, the driver failed to stop, and out of concern for public safety, officers initiated a suspect apprehension pursuit.

The driver continued to operate the vehicle dangerously, striking a police cruiser and rendering it inoperable.

Police then located the vehicle, unoccupied, off of Martin Grove Road around 1:45 a.m.

WRPS officers, including members of the Canine Team, began a search for the driver through farm fields, first locating the vehicle’s key fob, and then, shortly before 2:15 a.m., the driver.

As a result of the investigation, the driver, a 35-year-old Kitchener male, was arrested and charged with multiple offences, including:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs 
  • Dangerous operation
  • Assault peace officer
  • Operation of a conveyance while prohibited
  • Failure to stop after accident (two counts)
  • Flight from police (two counts)

The accused was held in police custody for a bail hearing.

If you suspect an impaired driver or witness driving behaviour that puts others at risk, please call 9-1-1.

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McDougall

Hit & Run Drunk Driver Arrested – Name Released

(MCDOUGALL, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person with impaired driving.

On April 4, 2024, shortly after 7:00 p.m. members of the West Parry Sound OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Long Lake Estates Rd in the Township of McDougall. Witnesses report the driver fleeing the scene of the collision prior to police arrival, officers were able to locate and arrested the driver.

As a result of the investigation, Kelly WEAVER, 46 years-of-age of Parry Sound Ontario was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Fail to remain at the scene of a collision

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 2, 2024. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Life Threating Injuries: 2 Teens Run Down – Hit & Run Suspect At Large

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continue to investigate a fail to remain collision where two pedestrians were hit.

On November 21, 2023, shortly after 5:30 p.m., officers responded to two injured pedestrians on Albion Vaughan Road, near Queensgate Boulevard. It was reported that both were walking southbound at approximately 4:30 p.m., when they were hit from behind by a vehicle. A 14-year-old male sustained minor injuries and a 16-year-old female sustained life-threatening injuries. Both parties are expected to make a full recovery.

While at scene, investigators collected crucial evidence, inclusive of an after-market right side mirror, believed to have been from an early-2000’s model light brown or grey Toyota Camry or Corolla. It is important to note, the vehicle would have also sustained damage to the front right corner and headlight area.

The Caledon OPP are encouraging the driver and any passengers to come forward and speak with investigators regarding the collision.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage is asked to contact Caledon OPP at 905-584-2241 or 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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