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Bradford OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases

Stolen Benches From Park Traced to Scrap Yard, Suspect Arrested #OPP #Crime

(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the Dufferin Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a local business owner with property related offences.

On September 2, 2025, the Dufferin Detachment of the OPP received a report regarding the theft of bleacher benches from a local park in the Town of Orangeville.

The following day, September 3, 2025, the stolen benches were located at a local scrap yard.

On September 23rd 2025 as a result of the investigation, Broderick GRANT, a 53-year-old from Bradford has been arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
  • Trafficking in Property Obtained by Crime

The accused was released on an Undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on October 21, 2025 to answer to the charges.

Anyone with further information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Dufferin OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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OPP Police Press Releases Red Lake

Cassie ANICETO, Criminal Harassment #OPP #Crime #3Strikes

(RED LAKE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a year-long investigation into a harassment incident in the Municipality of Red Lake.

The investigation began after a member of the public appeared to deliberately target an individual following a prior interaction. The accused was observed on numerous occasions walking past locations the individual is known to frequent, including their residence, and taking photographs and/or videos. 

As a result of the investigation, Cassie ANICETO, 31, of Red Lake was charged with:

  • Criminal Harassment

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on November 20, 2025. 

The OPP takes all incidents involving the safety and well-being of individuals seriously. Harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.

Anyone with further information related to this incident – or who may have experienced or witnessed similar behaviour – is encouraged to contact the Red Lake 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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Area OPP ASHFIELD COLBORNE WAWANOSH Huron OPP Police Press Releases

ACW Resident Faces Impaired and Mischief Charges After ATV Incident – Name Released #OPP #Crime

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH TWP, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an ACW Twp resident with criminal offences following a collision investigation in ACW Twp on September 10th, 2025. 

Just after 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, Huron County OPP officers responded to a report of a collision involving a pickup truck and an off-road vehicle on River Mill Line near Nile Road. While at the scene, police observed an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) attend the location. The ATV driver had consumed alcohol prior to operating the machine, and they were subsequently arrested for impaired operation. During transport and lodging, the accused damaged the police cruiser and cell area.

The accused has been charged as follows:

Ashton CLEMENTS, 26 years-of-age from ACW Twp, has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – Over 80,

–      Mischief to Property Under $5,000.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 20th, 2025. 

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Bruce Mines Garden River First Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Armed Home Invasion Leads to Multi-Police Operation #OPP #HomeInvasion

(BRUCE MINES, ON) – Two individuals are facing numerous charges following a home invasion in Bruce Mines.

On September 19, 2025, at approximately 8:39 a.m., the East Algoma – Thessalon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a robbery at a residence on Government Road. Investigation revealed two individuals entered the victims’ home, assaulted them and pointed firearms at them. The accused individuals fled the scene prior to police arrival. 

At approximately 9:45 a.m., the Garden River Anishinabek Police Service (APS) received a report of a suspicious vehicle parked at a residence on Syrette Lake Road in Garden River First Nation. Investigation confirmed the vehicle matched the description of the one used in the robbery in Bruce Mines. Due to the seriousness of the circumstances, Syrette Lake Road was closed for several hours to ensure public safety and allow police to effectively complete their investigation. 

With assistance from Batchewana First Nation Police, Sault Ste. Marie OPP and Sault Ste. Marie Police Service Emergency Services Unit, two individuals were located inside the residence and arrested.

As a result, 39-year-old Myron JONES and 48-year-old Gregory BELLEAU, both of Garden River First Nation, were charged with:

  • Robbery with weapon
  • Commit robbery to steal a firearm
  • Break and enter a dwelling house
  • Assault – two counts
  • Pointing a firearm – two counts
  • Forcible confinement – two counts
  • Disguise with intent
  • Theft under $5000
  • Mischief under $5000
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of firearm contrary to prohibition order
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Fail to comply with probation order

The accused individuals were held for bail hearings, and remain in custody. 

This was a multi-jurisdictional occurrence, and East Algoma OPP was also assisted by the East Algoma and Sault Ste. Marie OPP Crime Units, Sault Ste. Marie Forensic Identification Services, North East Region Canine Unit, and OPP Emergency Response Teams from East Algoma, Sault Ste. Marie and Superior East.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Kris PLOMP Was Arrested #OPP #Crime

On September 15, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m. members of the Dryden OPP Detachment conducted a traffic stop on Thiel Road, in the Wainright Township.

As a result of the investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol/drug. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Dryden detachment OPP Detachment for further testing.

Kris PLOMP, 50-years-old, of Dryden, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on October 28, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Napean North Dundas OPP Police Press Releases

One Too Old, One Too Bold: 63 and 20 Year Old Both Nabbed for Impaired #OPP #Crime #GenerationalFail

(NORTH DUNDAS, ON) – Officers from the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid impaired driving charges against two individuals in separate incidents.

On September 19, 2025, shortly before 10:00 p.m., SD&G officers responded to a traffic complaint involving a vehicle travelling the wrong way on Bank Street in North Dundas Township. The vehicle was located and grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

David ROBERTSON, 63, of Napean, was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Morrisburg on November 4, 2025.

On September 20, 2025, shortly before 2:00 a.m., SD&G officers conducted a traffic stop on County Road 2 in South Dundas Township after observing a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed.

As a result of the investigation, Noah WILSON, 20, of Deux-Montagnes, Quebec, was charged with:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on October 7, 2025.

While the OPP and its traffic safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads, drivers can significantly contribute by choosing not to consume alcohol or drugs when operating a motor vehicle.

If you plan on consuming alcohol or drugs, plan for afterwards. Call a friend, a taxi or stay the night. Don’t take the risk!!

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Daniel CRABTREE Was Arrested #OPP #Crime

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E) initiative.

On Thursday, September 18, 2025, at approximately 1:20 p.m., members of the Renfrew OPP detachment conducted a R.I.D.E initiative in the Township of Admaston/Bromley.

As a result of the initiative, Daniel CRABTREE age 42 of Renfrew was charged with:

–      Operation while prohibited 

The accused was released and scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on October 29, 2025.

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OPP Ottawa Police Service Police Press Releases Renfrew

Jason LINDEN Was Arrested #OPP #Crime

(RENFREW, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) has charged one person following a traffic stop in the Town of Renfrew.

On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at approximately 10:40 a.m., members of CSCU conducted a traffic stop in the Town of Renfrew.

As a result of the investigation, Jason LINDEN age 48 of Ottawa was charged with:

–      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 

–      Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

–      Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition

–      Possession of a schedule 1 substance-cocaine

–      Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Christopher HOUSTON – Theft, Mischief #OPP #Crime

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two people after responding to a theft call in the Town of Arnprior.

On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at approximately 10:30 a.m., members of the Renfrew OPP detachment responded to a theft call in the Town of Arnprior.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher HOUSTON age 31 of Arnprior and Mark SMITH age 51 of Renfrew have both been charged with:

–      Theft under $5000

–      Mischief- destroys or damages property 

The accused parties were released and scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on October 01, 2025.

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Area OPP Goderich Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Goderich Man Busted After GPS Outs Stolen Golf Cart

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Goderich resident with a criminal offence following a report to police involving a stolen golf cart that was affixed with a GPS tracking device. 

On Monday, September 15, 2025, Huron County OPP officers received a report of the possible location of a stolen golf cart in the Town of Goderich. The golf cart owner reported the golf cart stolen two days previous from a golf course property in Huron-Kinloss Twp, South Bruce County. Officers attended the location of the GPS tracking device and spoke to an individual. A golf cart was located inside a trailer on the property and confirmed to be the same stolen golf cart. A suspect was arrested at the scene.

The suspect has been charged as follows:

John BOURGEOIS, 59 years-of-age from Goderich has been charged with:

–      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 27th, 2025. 

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Area OPP Bluewater OPP Police Press Releases

Goderich Resident Arrested After Ditch Incident #OPP

(BLUEWATER, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Goderich resident with several criminal driving offences following a collision in the Municipality of Bluewater on September 13th, 2025. 

At 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025, Huron County OPP officers responded to a report of a single-vehicle collision into a ditch on Goshen Line in Bluewater. Police attended the scene and located the driver who was arrested for impaired operation and dangerous driving.

The driver was transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over twice the legal limit.

As a result of the investigation, the accused has been charged as follows:

Adam CHILTON, 42 years-of-age from Goderich has been charged with:

–      Dangerous Operation,

–      Impaired Operation – Alcohol and Drug,

–      Impaired Operation – Over 80.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused’ driver’s licence was suspended for a period of 90 days. 

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 20, 2025. 

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases Renfrew

Jason LINDEN Was Arrested

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after responding to an abandoned vehicle call in the Township of Horton.

On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at approximately 9:40 a.m., members of the Renfrew OPP detachment responded to an abandoned vehicle call in the Township of Horton.

As a result of the investigation, Jason LINDEN age 48 of Ottawa was charged with:

–      Possession of Property obtained by crime over $5000 

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

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Area OPP Huron Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

Vanastra Disturbance Leads to Assault, Threat Charges Against Huron East Woman #OPP

(HURON EAST, ON) – On Sunday, September 7th, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a disturbance at an address in the Village of Vanastra, Municipality of Huron East.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed an assault and threatened another person while causing a disturbance.

The suspect was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

Ann HALLEY, 60 years-of-age from Huron East has been charged with:

–      Assault,

–      Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm,

–      Causing a Disturbance.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 20th, 2025.

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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Area OPP Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

From Saugeen to Soggy: Popped Raft Sparks River Rescue #FloatieFail

(BROCKTON, ON) – On September 21, 2025, at approximately 8:42 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a person stranded along the Saugeen River after their inflatable raft had punctured.

After approximately an hour into the search, officers located the individual. The Hanover Fire Department attended with a rescue vessel in order to bring them to shore, uninjured.

While inflatable watercrafts are a fun activity for the swimming pool, you put yourself at risk when attempting to take them down the Saugeen River or out on Lake Huron. 

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London OPP Police Press Releases

Luke MCCLELLAND Arrested At RIDE

(LONDON, ON) – Driver charged with impaired as a result of OPP RIDE Program.

On September 21, 2025, at 2:25 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were engaged in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Highway 401 at Veterans Memorial Parkway in the City of London.   

A vehicle entered the RIDE program at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

As a result, Luke MCCLELLAND, a 33-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code, Liquor Licence Control Act and Cannabis Control Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Dangerous operation

·      Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

·      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 on November 5, 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 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.