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Area OPP Central Huron Huron Huron East North Huron OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Huron County OPP Warn Parents: Kids Under 16 Can’t Ride E-Scooters #YouWereWarned

(HURON COUNTY, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to provide some up-to-date information pertaining to battery-powered scooters (e-scooters) as police are seeing a number of people, including children under the age of 16 years operating these in our communities.

Two-wheeled electric scooters are becoming very popular, especially with the younger segment of our population. E-scooters are reasonably priced, portable, and fun to ride. The problem is that many people do not know what laws and restrictions apply to these vehicles.

In Ontario, municipalities can create by-laws that either allow or restrict the use of e-scooters on their roadways. Most municipalities DO NOT allow e-scooters on their roadways. Generally, e-scooters are only allowed to be operated on private property.

Check with your local municipality for e-scooter information in your area.

The attached information card (see photos) outlines the e-scooter laws in Ontario:

Visit Ontario.ca/Escooters for more information.

Remember – traffic safety is everyone’s responsibility!

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Huron OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Assault In South Huron! Repeat Offender Arrested Again! #WaitInTheTruck #3Strikes

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – On September 18th, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a matter involving intimate partners in the Municipality of South Huron.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed criminal acts against their partner.

A 30-year-old individual from South Huron has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

–      Assault – Spousal,

–      Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm,

–      Voyeurism,

–      Fail to Comply with Release Order.

The accused was processed, held for a bail hearing, and remanded into custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

Victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Huron at www.victimserviceshuronperth.ca or by calling toll free at #1-866-863-4108, or #1-519-600-4108.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122, or 911 in an emergency.

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

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Longlac OPP Police Press Releases

Three Warrants Executed — Two Arrested, Guns & Cash Seized #OPP #Crime

(Longlac, ON) – An investigation led by the Greenstone Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance of the Organized Crime Enforcement Branch, and the Emergency Response Team lead to the execution of three search warrants under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and two individuals being arrested

On August 22nd, 2025, at approximately 5:00p.m., uniformed members executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at a residence on Dieppe Road in Longlac. The investigation resulted in the arrest of two individuals and the seizure of illicit substances, proceeds of crime, and multiple firearms.

As a result of the investigation, Joe NIEMAN, 50-years-old of Longlac, has been arrested and charged with the following offences under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Criminal Code:

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid

–      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000 – in Canada

Ashley LUCAS, 43-year-old of Longlac, has been arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code:

–      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000 – in Canada

Both parties were released and are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Longlac on October 8, 2025.

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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases

Adam SINGER Charged With Theft

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Individual from Middlesex Centre charged with theft after shoplifting incident at a local business in Komoka.

On September 18, 2025, at 6:22 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to a business plaza on Glendon Drive in Komoka, Municipality of Middlesex Centre, for the report of a theft.

The individual fled the area prior to police arrival, however, through investigation, OPP officers were able to identify the individual.

As a result, Adam SINGER, a 38-year-old of Middlesex Centre, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Theft Under $5000- SHOPLIFTING

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice on November 13, 2025, to speak to the charge. 

The OPP can be reached anytime, 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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Centre Of Wellington Fergus OPP Police Press Releases

School Bus Vs Parked Car Collision – 30 Children On Bus, 73 Year Old Charged

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-motor vehicle collision, involving a school bus and a parked vehicle.

On September 23, 2025, at approximately 8:45 a.m., the Wellington County OPP responded to a report of a school bus colliding into a parked vehicle on Black Street, within Fergus.

There were approximately 30 children on the school bus, no injuries were reported. The parked vehicle was unoccupied.

As a result of the investigation, a 73-year-old of Fergus is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Change lane – not in safety.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or has information, such as dashcam footage, that could assist with this ongoing investigation is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Guelph Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

Guelph Police Daily Update 25Sept2025

Private broker arrested in ongoing investigation

A Guelph man who claimed to be a private mortgage and loan broker has been arrested during an ongoing investigation into alleged misappropriation of hundreds of thousands of dollars.

The Guelph Police Service’s Fraud Unit executed a search warrant last week at the male’s residence and seized multiple electronic devices and documents pertaining to the investigation.

Between 2019 and 2024, the man allegedly impersonated clients to secure unauthorized loans, accepted funds for fake loans without investing them as agreed, and claimed borrowers were unable to keep up with loan repayments leading to some investors with significant financial losses.

The Guelph Police Service is aware of several victims and losses in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. The investigation is ongoing.

A 48-year-old Guelph man is charged with four counts of fraud over $5,000, 17 counts of uttering a forged document and nine counts of identity theft. He will appear in court November 4.

SUV used to pull store door open

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after suspects used a truck to pull the door open at a north-end business early Wednesday.

Approximately 4:50 a.m. a security company called police to report the break-in at a business near Woodlawn Road West and Arrow Road. Two men had attached a chain to an SUV and used it to pull open the front door, shattering the glass in the process. Officers arrived minutes later but the suspects were gone.

A large number of smoke detectors and electrical breakers were reported missing.

The first suspect was wearing a dark grey sweatshirt over a blue or green shirt, grey baseball cap, black pants and black shoes with white soles. The second was wearing a light grey sweatshirt, black pants, dark shoes with white soles, red gloves and a ball cap. They were driving a black Ford Explorer.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Brad Townsend at 519-824-1212, ext. 7135, email [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Impaired charge after erratic driving

A Guelph man faces impaired driving charges after witnesses reported his erratic driving Wednesday afternoon.

Just after 4 p.m. a witness reported a blue SUV being driven on the wrong side of the road and into oncoming lanes at York Road and Elizabeth Street. The erratic driving continued towards the downtown, with the subject vehicle at times completely on the wrong side of the road forcing other drivers to take evasive action.

Officers located and pulled the vehicle over on Wellington Street West. They detected a strong odour of alcohol on the driver’s breath and noted he needed their help when exiting the vehicle as he was unable to stand without falling over.

He was arrested and transported to the police station, where tests revealed he had more than twice the legal amount of alcohol in his system.

A 74-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving and dangerous driving. His licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. He will appear in court October 10.

The Guelph Police Service would like to encourage the public to consume alcohol and cannabis responsibly. Please don’t drive if you are going to consume alcohol or cannabis, and please ensure that you plan ahead so that you have a safe ride home. Anyone who spots a suspected impaired driver is asked to immediately call 911.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 235

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas St. Thomas Police Service

Violent Home Invasion, Police Withold Name Endangering Community! Who’s Next? #StandYourGround?

In the early morning hours of Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025 the St. Thomas Police Service responded to multiple 911 calls reporting someone requesting help in the area of Elm Street.

At approximately 4:20 a.m., officers arrived and discovered the front door of a residence forced open and damaged. The home was found empty.

A short time later, police located the victim with visible injuries, confirming them to be the resident of the home. The victim reported being awoken by the sound of the front door being forced open before being violently assaulted. They sustained significant injuries as a result.

Through investigation, police identified the suspect as a 55 year old St. Thomas resident who is known to the victim.

With the assistance of the North Bay OPP Offender Management and Apprehension Team, the individual was located and arrested without incident.

The accused has been charged with:

  • Break and Enter
  • Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm
  • Assault Causing Bodily Harm
  • Assault with a Weapon
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Police Press Releases Waterloo Waterloo Regional Police

Two Teenagers Sent To Hospital

Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Traffic Services Unit is investigating a serious motor vehicle collision that occurred in the Township of Wellesley.

On September 24, 2025, at approximately 8 p.m., emergency services responded to reports of a collision involving a Ford motor vehicle and a horse-drawn carriage on Manser Road.

The driver of the Ford, a 20-year-old male from Millbank, sustained minor injuries and was assessed at the scene by Region of Waterloo Paramedic Services.

The occupants of the horse-drawn carriage, a 16-year-old male and a 19-year-old male, sustained serious injuries and were transported to a local hospital by paramedics.

The investigation remains ongoing, and charges are anticipated.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage from the area around the time of the incident is encouraged to contact Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777.

Anonymous information can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

Occurrence #: WA25238674

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Durham Regional Police Pickering Police Press Releases

Overnight Shooting at a Business in Pickering

Police are seeking information after an overnight shooting at a business in Pickering.

On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at approximately 2:20 a.m., members of West Division responded to a shooting on Notion Road, at a towing business. An employee was in the parking lot when a black coloured sedan pulled up and a male exited the vehicle, firing several shots toward the business. The suspect fled the area prior to police arrival.

Officers arrived on scene and located numerous shell casings.

No physical injuries have been reported to police.

Investigators believe this incident to be an isolated incident.

Anyone that has information about this incident is asked to contact Det. Smith of the West Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1906.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

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London London Police Service Police Press Releases

Gunfire Damages Home, Vehicle in London’s South End

LONDON, ON (September 25, 2025) – The London Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance after members of the LPS Uniformed Division responded to a shooting in the south end of the city early Tuesday morning.

The incident was reported at approximately 8 a.m. on September 23, 2025. Upon arrival, officers found gunshot-related damage at a residence in the 6000-block of Crown Grant Road.

Through the course of the investigation, with the assistance of surveillance video, officers learned that at approximately 3 a.m., suspect(s) parked a vehicle on Pack Road and at least one suspect exited the vehicle and approached a residence on Crown Grant Road on foot.

Multiple rounds were fired into the residence, with a vehicle and garage door sustaining damage.

There were no reported injuries and police believe this was a targeted shooting.

The suspect vehicle is described as a dark-coloured sedan.

The investigation has been reassigned to the LPS Major Crime Section.

Violent incidents, particularly those involving firearms, pose serious safety concerns to the individuals directly involved and threaten feelings of safety and wellbeing throughout the wider community. The London Police Service will continue to employ intelligence-based enforcement and crime prevention strategies to enhance public safety, while prioritising the investigation of gun violence to ensure those responsible for it are held to account. 

Investigators are appealing to anyone who may have information in relation to this incident, or who may have been in the area of Crown Grant Road and Pack Road between 2:50 a.m. – 3:15 a.m., on September 23, 2025, and have dash-cam, residential or business surveillance video, to please contact the London Police Service.

The investigation is in its early stages, and more information will be provided as appropriate.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers

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Courthouse Goderich Huron

ADAMS, BRAK, CAVELL, HAKKERS-MITCHELL, LINDENFIELD, O’NEILL, PITTERS, ULCH Cases Before the Court Today

(Goderich, On – September 25, 2025) – A number of matters are scheduled to be heard today as the Ontario Court of Justice proceeds with bail hearings, motions, pleas, and other proceedings.

Morning Session

  • Daymien BRAK appears at 10:00 a.m. for a bail phase hearing by video link.
  • Stacey O’NEILL has three separate bail phase matters listed at 10:00 a.m., all scheduled by video.
  • T.R. is set for a motion hearing at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 2, appearing by video.

At 11:00 a.m., Raymond ULCH is scheduled in person in Courtroom 2 to enter a plea.

Midday Matters

At 11:30 a.m., several accused have multiple matters scheduled, many both in person and by video:

  • Robyn ADAMS – two cases, “to be spoken to.”
  • Michelle CAVELL – a motion and an additional matter “to be spoken to.”
  • Brandan LINDENFIELD – two “to be spoken to” matters.
  • Christopher PITTERS – two motions and one “to be spoken to.”

Afternoon Session

At 2:15 p.m., Justus HAKKERS-MITCHELL is set to appear in person in Courtroom 2 to enter a plea.


Summary

Today’s docket reflects a busy schedule of bail hearings, motions, and pleas involving multiple accused across Perth, Stratford, and regional jurisdictions. Several matters are scheduled to be addressed both by video and in person as the court continues to balance remote and in-person attendance.

Source: https://www.ontariocourtdates.ca

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Caledon OPP Oshawa Police Press Releases

Three Suspects Held on Firearms-Related Offences Following OPP Stop in Oshawa

(OSHAWA, ON) – Three individuals are facing firearms-related charges following a traffic stop in Oshawa. On Friday, September 19, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Highway Safety Division (HSD) Highway 407 and Toronto Detachments conducted a traffic stop on Highway 407 near Harmony Road in Oshawa, Ontario.

As a result of the traffic stop, Inderjeet GOSAL, 36 years old, from Caledon, Jagdeep SINGH, 41 years old, from Pickville, New York, USA, and Arman SINGH, 23 years old, from Toronto, were arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Careless use of a firearm

·      Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm – two counts

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a weapon

·      Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition

·      Breach of firearms regulation (transport firearm or restricted weapon)

·      Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm

·      Possession of a firearm, prohibited or restricted weapon obtained by crime

The accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice in Oshawa on Monday, September 22, 2025.

This incident is part of an ongoing investigation. As a result, no further information will be released at this time.

Anyone with information in relation to this investigation 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, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Norfolk Norfolk OPP OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher WASCH Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual is facing drug-related charges following a traffic stop near Simcoe.

On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at approximately 2:09 a.m., a Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer conducted a traffic stop and investigation on McDowell Road East, just outside of Simcoe.

During the interaction with the driver, cannabis was observed inside the vehicle. This led to a search of the vehicle, where the officer discovered and seized suspected cocaine.

As a result, 28-year-old Christopher WASCH of Norfolk County was arrested and charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Have care or control of vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available,
  • Possess unmarked cigarettes,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

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Norfolk Norfolk OPP OPP Police Press Releases

Jimmy FELTON Arrested Again #3Strikes

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual is facing multiple charges following a threats-related incident in Simcoe.

On Monday, September 22, 2025, at approximately 6:34 p.m., members of the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of threats on Robinson Street in Simcoe.

The investigation determined that a group of individuals had been involved in an interaction during which one person made threats of harm while in possession of an edged weapon.

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

As a result, 32-year-old Jimmy FELTON of Norfolk County was charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose,
  • Disobeying order of court,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order,
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm – three counts.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

OPP Seize Fentanyl, Cocaine, Hydromorphone in Kawartha Lakes Investigation

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Beginning in May 2025, members of the City of Kawartha Lakes OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) entered into a CDSA investigation into a male believed to be trafficking drugs into the City of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton Highlands areas. 

In September 2025, s.11 CDSA search warrants were authorized for the accused’s residence. On September 22, 2025, the search warrants were executed and as a result, the following items were seized:

·        79.5 8mg Hydromorphone pills

·        53g suspected cocaine

·        312.3g suspected fentanyl

·        $2710 CAD cash

·        $13 USD cash

·        Two digital scales

·        Two cellphones

·        Dimebags

·        1 40cal S&W bullet with “Hailey” written on it

·        Replica 12g Shotgun

Caleb JOHNSTON 27 year-old of Courtice was held for a show cause hearing and charged with:

·        CDSA 5(2) – Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

·        CDSA 5(2) -Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Fentanyl

·        CDSA 5(2) -Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Hydromorphone

·        CC 354(1)(a) -Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

·        CC 145(4)(a) – Failure to comply with Undertaking

·        CC 117.01(1) – Possess Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

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