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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

One Dead In Hit & Run : A-Bryan CONNELL Arrested

(BLIND RIVER, ON) – On November 24, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a serious Motor Vehicle Collision (MVC) on Causley Street (Highway 17) in Blind River.

At approximately 5:15 p.m. police and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a collision involving an eastbound Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) and cyclist. The cyclist was pronounced deceased at the scene and the CMV operator failed to stop, continuing eastbound on Highway 17. Police located the CMV a short time later in Algoma Mills and the driver was subsequently arrested and vehicle towed.

A-Bryan CONNELL, 63-years-old, from Plummer Additional Township, was charged with:

· Fail to stop at accident resulting in death

· Dangerous operation causing death

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on November 25, 2025.

The OPP’s Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team and Technical Collison Investigator (TCI) attended, and the highway was closed for a considerable amount of time to ensure a proper, thorough, and safe investigation.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Bryan PENNY – Drunk Driving

(ESSA, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a single motor vehicle collision in Essa Township.

On November 21, 2025, shortly before midnight., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a single in the ditch on the 3rd Line north of 5th Sideroad in Essa Township. Officers located the vehicle and met with the driver, during the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol leading to the driver’s arrest. The driver was transported to local hospital with minor injuries, later released and transported back to the Nottawasaga Detachment.  

As a result of the investigation, Bryan PENNY 37-years-old of Essa was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on December 11, 2025, to answer to the charges.

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Area OPP Central Huron Perth East

Clinton JOHNSON Arrested After Tractor Incident – Police Seek Dashcam Footage

(PERTH EAST, ON) – One person has been charged following a collision involving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) and farm tractor in the Township of Perth East.

On November 20, 2025 shortly after 8:00 p.m. the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint involving a CMV. While searching for the vehicle police came across a motor vehicle collision on Perth Line 26 near Perth Road 110 where the CMV had collided with a farm tractor.

No one was injured as a result of the collision.

The driver of the CMV, 54-year-old Clinton JOHNSON of Central Huron was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired
  • Dangerous operation

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on January 5, 2026. The accused is also facing a 90-day drivers licence suspension and a 7-day motor vehicle impoundment.

If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, please call 9-1-1. Your call could save a life.

The Perth County OPP is requesting anyone who may have witnessed this vehicle or the collision or has dashcam footage to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Area OPP Brampton OPP Police Press Releases

Frances BROWN – Criminal Breach Of Trust

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid numerous charges following a fraud investigation.

On November 13, 2025, Caledon OPP received a report of a fraud involving a local minor hockey organization in the Town of Caledon. Police entered into an investigation which revealed donation funds intended for the organization were misappropriated.

As a result of the investigation, Frances BROWN, 45, of Brampton, was charged with:

  • Mischief
  • Fraud over $5000
  • Criminal breach of trust

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on December 18, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP urges individuals and businesses to remain vigilant to instances of fraud. If you suspect fraudulent activity or have been a victim of fraud, report it immediately to your local police and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501, or online at https://reportcyberandfraud.canada.ca.

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Area OPP Centre Of Wellington Police Press Releases

Yusuf LIBAN Arrested After Erratic Behaviour

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Kitchener driver is arrested following a traffic stop for erratic driving behaviour.

On November 22, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop after observing erratic driving behavior on Jones Baseline outside of Fergus. Police located a quantity of drugs within the vehicle. 

As a result of the investigation, Yusuf LIBAN, a 30-year-old from Kitchener, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – opioid (other than heroin)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 2, 2026.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Area OPP London Police Press Releases

Laith HAJOU Was Arrested

(LONDON, ON) – Driver facing refusal charge after traffic stop.

On November 24, 2025, at 12:41 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while travelling through the City of London on Sunningdale Road East, observed a suspicious vehicle, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Laith HAJOU, a 22-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in London on December 18, 2025, to speak to the charges.

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.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Toronto

Greedy 70 Year Old Arrested For Not Sharing – Alex PARUCHA

(TORONTO, ON) – An individual has been charged in connection with a fraud and theft investigation.

On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, an individual claimed a $1 million Lotto Max Free Play ticket with Encore as a sole claimant and received payment from Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG). The OLG Forensic Investigation Unit received and reviewed claims suggesting the winnings may have resulted from a group play arrangement. The case was referred to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Investigation and Enforcement Bureau (IEB), attached to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO).

In September 2025, officers from the OPP IEB, with support from the OLG, launched an investigation which confirmed that the ticket was part of a group arrangement. The winnings should have been shared among three individuals, not a single person.

On Wednesday, November 19, 2025, Alex PARUCHA, 70 years old of Toronto, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

·      Theft Over $5,000, s. 334(a)

·      Fraud Over $5,000, s. 380(1)(a)

·      Possession of property obtained by crime, s. 354CC (1)(a)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Toronto on Thursday, January 8, 2026.

Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sarnia

Pervert Alert: Eddy John BUTLER Arrested For Luring Children For Sex

(SARNIA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Child Sexual Exploitation Unit (CSEU), with assistance from the OPP Lambton Detachment, members of the OPP Digital Forensics Unit and Chatham-Kent Police Service, have arrested and charged a Sarnia resident following a child sexual exploitation investigation.

On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, a search warrant was executed at a residence in Sarnia, and several electronic devices were seized.

As a result of the investigation, Eddy John BUTLER, 35 years old of Sarnia, was arrested and charged with four counts of luring a person under 16 years of age contrary to section 172.1(1)(b) of the Criminal Code.

The accused was released from custody following a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia on December 17, 2025.

“Online child sexual exploitation is a serious crime that harms the most vulnerable members of our community. As law enforcement we must continue to work tirelessly with our partners to identify offenders and protect victims of abuse and exploitation. We encourage anyone with information about these crimes to come forward.” – Detective Staff Sergeant Chris Barkey, OPP Child Sexual Exploitation Unit

The OPP will continue to identify and pursue individuals who use technology to exploit children. Parents are reminded to take a proactive approach to help protect their children from online sexual exploitation by educating their children on internet safety. Parents can find resources to assist them by visiting cybertip.ca or protectchildren.ca.

If you have information regarding online child exploitation and wish to provide information anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca. Information can also be reported through cybertip.ca.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

Romaine DIXON Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – A Belleville resident was stopped for speeding on Highway 6 in South Bruce Peninsula and is now being held for a bail hearing after police determined they were in breach of a release order condition.

On Monday November 24, 2025, members of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting speed enforcement on Highway 6 between Howdenvale Road and Mar Sideroad in the Municipality of South Bruce Peninsula.

At approximately 7:24 p.m., police observed a vehicle travelling southbound at a speed of 125 km/h in a posted 80 km/h zone. A traffic stop was conducted.

Further investigation revealed that the individual was currently bound by a release order issued by another police service. Police determined that the individual were in breach of one of the conditions of that release order.

Romaine DIXON, 38-years-old, of Bellville Ontario was charged with the following Highway Traffic Act (HTA), and Criminal Code Offences (CC):

  • Speeding – 1-49 km/h over the posted limit HTA
  • Failure to Comply with Release Order (other than to attend court) CC

The accused was held for a bail hearing today, November 25, 2025, in the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound.

The Grey Bruce OPP reminds motorists to obey posted speed limits and comply with all court-imposed release conditions.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers – Names Released

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a number of persons with impaired operation in unrelated incidents.

On November 21, 2025, at approximately 8:40 p.m., officers on patrol along County Road 2 in the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand, were alerted by the in-cruiser Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) system to a pickup truck displaying unattached plates.

The vehicle was stopped, and an impaired driving investigation was initiated. The driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

Andrew BIRD (57) from Trenton, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

–      Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

–      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

–      Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

–      Drive motor vehicle, fail to display two plates

–      Use plate not authorized for vehicle

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg in January.

On November 22, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., ALPR alerted officers to a vehicle linked to a suspended driver on Front Street South in the Muncipality of Trent Hills. The motorist was confirmed as prohibited and uninsured.

Garett THOMSON (45) from the Municipality of Trent Hills, has been charged with:

–      Operation while prohibited

–      Driving while under suspension

–      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

In addition to a future court date in January 2025, the accused had their vehicle impounded for 45 days.

On November 22, 2025, at around 9:20 p.m., a Township of Hamilton resident reported a vehicle that had driven across a lawn, causing property damage before leaving the scene.

Officers located the driver and began an impaired driving investigation. The individual was arrested and transported for further tests.

Christien DEGENOVA (26) from Cobourg has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

–      Fail to remain

–      Fail to report accident

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg in January, 2025.

On November 23, 2025, at approximately 6:45 p.m., OPP received a traffic complaint regarding a suspected impaired driver on Dominion Street in the Municipality of Trent Hills. Officers located the vehicle, which had several child passengers, and initiated an impaired driving investigation. The driver was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

A 42-year-old female from Lakefield, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

–      Driving while under suspension

–      Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

The individual shall not be named to protect the identity of the young persons. The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg in January, 2025.

For each impaired driving charge, a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and 7-day vehicle impoundment were imposed as per statute.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. Whether you are impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired and driving under the influence of either is a criminal offence. If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture.

Learn more about the consequences and penalties of driving impaired at: Impaired driving | ontario.ca

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CENTRE HASTINGS OPP Police Press Releases

ATV, Pickup, and Passenger Vehicle — All Result in Impaired Charges

(CENTRE HASTINGS, ON) – The Central Hastings Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid impaired driving charges in three separate investigations over the weekend.

On Friday November 21, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., officers from Central Hastings OPP were conducting a R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program on Crookston Road. in the Municipality of Centre Hastings. A driver was stopped, and open alcohol was located within the vehicle. The driver provided a sample of their breath into an approved alcohol screening device at the roadside. Subsequently, the driver was arrested and transported to the Central Hastings Detachment for further testing.

Garrett GRUNWALD, age 41, from Centre Hastings, was charged with operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus). 

The following day on Saturday November 22, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., officers from Central Hastings OPP were on patrol on Old Marmora Road in Centre Hastings when they observed an all-terrain vehicle parked on the roadway and the driver standing next to it. An approved alcohol screening device was utilized, and the driver was arrested and transported to Central Hastings Detachment for further testing.

John OLEKA, age 61, from Centre Hastings was charged with:

• Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

• Operation while prohibited

• Driving while under suspension – two counts 

• Operate motor vehicle without insurance

The following day on Sunday November 23, 2025, at approximately 8:15 a.m., officers from Central Hastings OPP received a phone call from a concerned citizen that a pickup truck, with front-end damage was parked on the side of Highway 62 in Tudor and Cashel Township. Officers from Central Hastings detachment arrived, arrested the driver and transported the individual to the Bancroft Detachment for further testing.

Austin STURMAN, age 31, from Port Perry was charged with:

• Operation while impaired- alcohol 

• Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) 

All three accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on December 18, 2025. Their vehicles were impounded for seven days, and their driver’s licence suspended for ninety days.

If you suspect that someone is driving or about to drive impaired, call 9-1-1 and report it. You could save lives.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Wyatt DOUGLAS – Break & Enter

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in connection with a break-and-enter investigation in Simcoe.

On Saturday, November 22, 2025, at approximately 3:56 p.m., the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a break-and-enter in progress on Orchard Avenue in Simcoe.

The investigation determined that an individual was attempting to gain entry into a garage on the property.

Officers located the suspect at the scene and took them into custody without incident.

As a result, 25-year-old Wyatt DOUGLAS of Norfolk County was charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Break, enter a place – commit indictable offence.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Dirt Bike Crash Sends 20-Year-Old to Trauma Centre; Two Charged With Obstruction

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On October 20. 2025 at approximately 5:18 p.m., police were called to attend a Motor Vehicle Collision on South Mary Lake Road in the area of Macks Road. The information was that a 20 year old operator had been ejected from his dirt bike and sustained serious injuries.

The injured motorcycle operator was transported via ORNGE to a Toronto Trauma centre for his injuries.

During the investigation, police determined two Port Sydney men interfered in the incident/investigation. As a result, the following persons have been charged:

George SEWARD, 19 years old of Port Sydney ON has been charged with,

·         Obstruct Peace Officer

William Vanderhorn, 20 years old of Huntsville ON has been charged with.

·        Obstruct Peace Officer

The investigation of this collision is continuing and the Huntsville OPP are interested in hearing from anyone who may have further information about the collision to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or [email protected].

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

Byron REININGER & Amber GREATHOUSE – Impaired Driving

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid impaired driving charges in two separate investigations.

On Sunday, November 23, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., the Quinte West OPP responded to a collision, the driver was arrested for being impaired.

Byron REININGER, age 22, from Trenton, was charged with:

•               Operation while impaired – alcohol

•               Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

•               Fail to have insurance card

•               Having care or control of motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on December 18, 2025. The vehicle was impounded for seven days, and their license suspended for 90 days.

Later that same evening, Sunday, November 23, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the Quinte West OPP responded to another collision, the driver was located a short time later and arrested for being impaired.

Amber GREATHOUSE, age 29, from Thunder Bay, was charged with:

•        Operation while impaired – drugs

•        Dangerous operation

 The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on December 18, 2025. The vehicle was impounded for seven days, and their license suspended for 90 days.

If you suspect that someone is driving or about to drive impaired, call 9-1-1 and report it. You could save a life.

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OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher COE – Impaired Driving

(COBALT, ON) – A call to police regarding suspicious activity in Cobalt has led to the arrest of an individual for impaired driving.

On Friday, November 21, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., members of the Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a suspicious person and vehicle on North Pump House Road in the Town of Cobalt.

The officers’ investigation resulted in the arrest of the driver. The individual was subsequently taken to the OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Christopher COE, 41 years of age, of Temiskaming Shores, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs

The vehicle was impounded, and the accused’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days. The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Haileybury on December 9, 2025.