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Brockville OPP Police Press Releases

Jennifer WATSON – Impaired Operation

(BROCKVILLE, ON) – The Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged a driver after a member of the public reported a vehicle being driven erratically on County Road 29.

On Tuesday, July 29, 2025, shortly after 8:00 a.m., members of the Leeds OPP received a complaint that a motorist was weaving and unable to stay in its lane. Moments later, members of the Leeds OPP located the vehicle stopped on the shoulder. The driver, who was alone in the vehicle, was transported to the detachment for testing. The breath samples provided exceeded four times the legal limit of alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, 46-year-old Jennifer WATSON of Brockville was charged with two counts of operation while impaired, contrary to the Criminal Code.

The accused was released with a scheduled court appearance date. Their driver’s licence has been suspended 90 days, and the vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days.

Situations like these are the reason why you may encounter RIDE programs at any time of the day.

Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. If you witness dangerous or erratic driving behaviour, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Organized Crime Arrests

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged four individuals after a recent series of break and enters.

On July 30, 2025, just before 3:00 a.m., officers from the Caledon OPP responded to a report of a break and enter at a local business in the area of Highway 50 and Ellwood Drive, in the Town of Caledon. Four suspects gained entry by physical force while the business was closed and stole a variety of high value items. The suspects fled the area prior to officers arriving on scene.

On August 1, 2025, shortly after 3:00 a.m., officers from the Caledon OPP responded to a report of a break and enter at a local business in the area of Highway 50 and Allan Drive, in the Town of Caledon. Four suspects gained entry through the roof of the business while it was closed. Officers arrived on scene and took four suspects into custody shortly after.

As a result of the investigations, four individuals were arrested and charged.

Jairo MEZA, 28, of no fixed address, was charged with:

  • Obstruct peace officer
  • Break, enter a place – commit indictable offence – two counts
  • Possession of break in instruments
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Mischief over $5000
  • Participation in criminal organization

Adrian PEREZ MARQUEZ, 39, of no fixed address, was charged with:

  • Possession of break in instruments
  • Break, enter a place – commit indictable offence – two counts
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Mischief over $5000
  • Participation in criminal organization
  • Concealment of identity

Mario CARRASCO PIZARRO, 43, of no fixed address, was charged with:

  • Possession of break in instruments
  • Break, enter a place – commit indictable offence – two counts
  • Concealment of identity
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Mischief over $5000
  • Participation in criminal organization

Israel DIAZ, 44, of no fixed address, was charged with:

  • Obstruct peace officer
  • Possession of break in instruments
  • Break, enter a place – commit indictable offence – two counts
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Mischief over $5000
  • Participation in criminal organization

All four individuals were held for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice.

For anyone with information regarding these incidents, please contact the Caledon Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) at (905) 584-2241. 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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OPP Parry Sound Police Press Releases

Justinn South & Jessica Nixon Were Arrested AGAIN #3Strikes

(PARRY SOUND, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two individuals in connection to thefts from vehicles in Parry Sound.

On July 27, 2025, at approximately 7:00 a.m. the West Parry Sound OPP responded to a report of several thefts from vehicles in the Waubeek Street area in the Town of Parry Sound. Ten vehicles were targeted by thieves earlier in the night. Officers were able to locate the thieves as they were using credit cards stolen from vehicles at various locations around Parry Sound.

Justinn South 33-years-of-age of London Ontario was arrested and charged with:

  • Use of credit card – three counts
  • Trespassing by nights – seven counts
  • Theft under $5000 – three counts
  • Theft of a credit card – three counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with lawful use, enjoyment of property – nine counts
  • Identity theft
  • Fail to comply with probation order – three counts

Jessica Nixon 33-years-of-age of Georgian Bay Township was arrested and charged with:

  • Use of credit card – three counts
  • Trespassing by nights – seven counts
  • Theft under $5000 – three counts
  • Theft of a credit card – three counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with lawful use, enjoyment of property – nine counts
  • Identity theft
  • Fail to comply with release order

Both accused where held for bail before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound and are scheduled to appear on August 8, 2025

Police are reminding members of the public to keep valuables out of sight and to make sure vehicles are locked.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Brian CADIEUX & Michael Richardson

(MIDLAND, ON) – Two individuals are facing charges following the execution of search warrants on two Midland homes which resulted in a significant seizure of contraband items related to the drug trade.

On July 31, 2025, officers from the OPP Community Street Crime Units (CSCU) from the Southern Georgian Bay, Huronia West and Collingwood Detachments and uniform members, executed search warrants at homes on Simcoe Road 93 and William Street in the Town of Midland. One individual was arrested during the search and another with links to the investigation was arrested in the following days.

Investigators seized a significant amount of property including contraband and proceeds of crime listed below:

  • Significant quantity of Cocaine and Morphine pills
  • .22 caliber rife and ammunition
  • Over $50,000 of Canadian currency
  • Drug paraphernalia of Money Counter, Vacuum Sealer and Packaging Materials
  • 2014 Dodge Journey
  • Jewelry

As a result of this investigation, Brian CADIEUX, 38 years of Midland, is accused of the following charges contrary to the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Possession of an Opioid for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Traffic in Schedule 1 Substance – Cocaine
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

In addition, Michael Richardson 28 years of Midland, is accused of the following charges contrary to the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Possession of an Opioid for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

The accused parties were charged and held for a bail hearing to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice.

Investigators ask that anyone having knowledge of this investigation or other criminal activity to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be submitted online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Greater Napanee OPP Police Press Releases

Hero Stops Attempted Abductoin – Alysha BOURDEAU Arrested AGAIN!

(GREATER NAPANEE, ON) – An accused has been arrested and held for a bail hearing following a serious incident during a youth soccer game.

On Wednesday, August 6, 2025, the Lennox and Addington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was called by a member of the public after a female smashed the window of a vehicle, threatened to kill bystanders and attempted to abduct a 12-year-old youth attending a soccer game at Kinsman Field on Raglan Street in Napanee. A parent attending the game intervened and the child was safely removed from the situation prior to the involved person fleeing on foot. The accused, known to police, was located nearby and arrested.

Alysha BOURDEAU, a 31-year-old from Napanee is charged with the following:

  • Utter threats to cause death
  • Assault with a weapon – two counts
  • Abduction of person under 14
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property – two counts
  • Fail to comply with probation order – eight counts

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on August 7, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tecumseh

Jody SINCLAIR – Theft

(TECUMSEH, ON)- An individual was charged following a shoplifting investigation in Tecumseh.

At approximately 7:49 p.m. on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, members from the Tecumseh Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment responded to a report of a shoplifting incident at a business in the 400 block of Manning Road in the Town of Tecumseh.

The investigation determined that an individual entered a business, concealed merchandise, and exited without making payment. When officers arrived on scene, the individual attempted to flee on foot. After a short foot pursuit, the individual was taken into custody.

57-year-old Jody SINCLAIR from Windsor, has been charged with the following alleged offence:

·        Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on September 12, 2025.

If you have information on this event or any other crime activity in the area, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Isaac OLEARY – Impaired 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 August 6, 2025, shortly after 2:00 p.m., members of the Nottawasaga OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision in the area of Mill Street, Essa Township, where the driver had struck a pole in a parking lot. 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 drugs, leading to the driver’s arrest.  

As a result of the investigation, Isaac OLEARY 28-years-old of Essa was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on September 4, 2025, to answer to the charge.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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OPP Police Press Releases Searchmont

Blake COLLINGS Arrested Again & Facing Numerous Charges #3Strikes

(SEARCHMONT, ON) – An individual is facing numerous criminal charges after a single motor vehicle collision north of the city. 

On July 17, 2025, at approximately 3:37 a.m., the Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a stolen vehicle occurrence at the Searchmont Community Centre and Fire Hall. While en route to the call, officers were notified that Searchmont Community Volunteer firefighters had located the stolen vehicle in a ditch on Highway 532, near Station Road. Police attended and determined the driver to be impaired by an unknown substance. The driver was transported to the Sault Ste. Marie OPP detachment for further testing.

Investigation revealed the driver was the same individual who was involved in a police pursuit the previous day, after multiple citizens called in traffic complaints on Highway 17 between Huron Shores and Goulais River. Complaints were of a vehicle driving erratically, at high rates of speed and failing to stop in constructions zones.

Further investigation also revealed the driver had provided officers with someone else’s driver’s licence. Police were able to confirm the driver’s identity, where it was discovered they were prohibited from driving a motor vehicle.

As a result, Blake COLLINGS, 21 years-of-age, of London was arrested and charged with:

  • Theft over $5,000 of a motor vehicle
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Identity theft – possess another person’s identity information
  • Personation with intent to avoid arrest
  • Obstruct justice
  • Public mischief
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous operation – three counts
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Operation while prohibited under the criminal code
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Failure to comply with release order – two counts

The accused was held for a bail hearing, and subsequently remanded into custody. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension.

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Essex OPP Police Press Releases

Jason DAVIES – Drunk Driving

(ESSEX, ON)- Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex Detachment took another impaired driver off the road as the result of a R.I.D.E. check in the Town of Essex.

On August 6, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., Essex OPP set up a Reduced Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) check on Talbot Street South in Essex.

As a result, Jason DAVIES, a 51-year-old resident of Essex, has been charged with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on August 19, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads through enforcement and education.

If you see a driver who you suspect may be impaired, or who is showing disregard for local traffic laws, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Your call could make our roads safer for all.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.catchcrooks.com, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

1 Wanted For Murder Found Among The Dead

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – The individual wanted in connection with the ongoing death and arson investigation in Bracebridge has been confirmed deceased.

On Friday, August 1, 2025, around 8:00 p.m., members of the Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of gunfire at a Beatrice Town Line Road residence in Bracebridge. Officers located a deceased male and the residence engulfed in flames. The deceased was identified as 60-year-old Paul GRAY of Bracebridge. A gunshot wound was determined to be the cause of death.

With support from specialized OPP units, a suspect search was initiated. Police issued a shelter-in-place order, which was lifted by approximately 1:45 a.m. on Saturday, August 2, 2025.

Following further investigation, two additional individuals were located deceased in the residence. A postmortem examination was conducted by the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OFPS). One of the individuals was confirmed as Mitchell GRAY, 29 years old of Bracebridge, who was wanted for murder. The cause of death was determined to be smoke inhalation. The identity of the second deceased individual was confirmed as 59-year-old Anita GRAY of Bracebridge. The cause of death was determined to be a gunshot wound.

The OPP would like to thank the public and media for their patience and cooperation throughout this investigation. We appreciate your continued interest and support as we work to provide updates accurately and responsibly.

The investigation remains ongoing by the Bracebridge OPP Crime Unit under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in collaboration with the Office of the Chief Coroner, the OFPS and the Office of the Fire Marshal.

Anyone with information in relation to this investigation is urged to contact the Bracebridge 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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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

22 Year Old Arrested & Vehicle Impounded After Running Stop Sign

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – Failing to stop for a stop sign in Picton has led to impaired driving charges.

On Wednesday, August 6, 2025, shortly after 4:30 a.m., an officer with the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) watched as a car failed to stop at a stop sign at the intersection of Main and Bridge Streets.

The officer stopped the vehicle, and an approved roadside alcohol screening device was utilized. The driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

Benjamin ARMSTRONG, age 22 of Carrying Place, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Disobey a stop sign

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on September 3, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Shane DUNN – Drunk Driving

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON)- The East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) lays 32nd impaired charge in 2025.

On Monday, August 4, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., members of the East Algoma OPP responded to a traffic complaint at Spine Beach, where an individual was reportedly consuming alcohol while sitting in a parked vehicle.

Officers attended the scene shortly after and located the vehicle with the individual in the driver’s seat. While speaking with the driver, police determined that alcohol had been consumed, resulting in an arrest.

A subsequent search of the vehicle revealed several beer cans and an open container of alcohol. The driver was transported to the Elliot Lake detachment for further testing.

Shane DUNN, 49 years old from Elliot Lake was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on September 11, 2025. The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the involved vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP continues to encourage the public to report motorists suspected of driving impaired by calling 9-1-1 or contacting the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sioux Lookout

$13,500 Drug Bust – RENTON & LOUBIER

(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – Two local residents are facing drug trafficking charges after a search warrant was executed in Sioux Lookout.

An investigation into drug trafficking in Sioux Lookout was commenced by the Sioux Lookout Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with assistance from Dryden OPP CSCU, Red Lake OPP CSCU, OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), OPP Northwest Region Canine Unit and Sioux Lookout OPP.

On Tuesday, July 29, 2025, a search warrant was executed on a residence on Drayton Road. Officers seized multiple firearms, prohibited weapons, drug trafficking paraphernalia, and suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $13,500.

As a result of the investigation, Tony RENTON, 62 years old of Sioux Lookout, was charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)offences:

  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of prohibited device or ammunition for dangerous purpose
  • Careless storage of a firearm
  • Careless storage of a prohibited device
  • Trafficking in Schedule I substance – cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000

This accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on Thursday, August 7, 2025.

Sylvie LOUBIER, 60 years old of Sioux Lookout, was charged with the following CC and CDSA offences:

  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of prohibited device or ammunition for dangerous purpose
  • Careless storage of a firearm
  • Careless storage of a prohibited device
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000

This accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.

Anyone with any information in relation to this investigation is asked to contact the Sioux Lookout 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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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher COMMANDA – Drugs

(ESPANOLA , ON) – One person is facing impaired-related charges after a vehicle went into the ditch on Agnew Lake Road.

On Sunday, August 3, 2025, at approximately 8:30 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch on Agnew Lake Road in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township. Police arrived on scene, and further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation. The driver was subsequently transported to Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) for further testing.

As a result, Christopher COMMANDA, 56-years-old from Garden Village First Nation, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – other drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on September 22, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Uddin MOHAMMED Facing Numerous Charges

(BLIND RIVER, ON)- The OPP’s Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (T.I.M.E) Team on patrol in Blind River over the Civic Day Long Weekend.

On Monday, August 4, 2025, the OPP’s T.I.M.E. Team was conducting traffic enforcement in the Town of Blind River.

At approximately 2:00 p.m., members of the OPP T.I.M.E. team observed an eastbound commercial motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed while overtaking another vehicle on Causley Street. A traffic stop was initiated.

The driver became argumentative with police and refused to provide a driver’s licence or vehicle documents. Despite several requests, the driver failed to identify themselves. The individual was then assisted out of the vehicle and placed under arrest. The driver resisted, and a brief struggle ensued before the officer gained control. The individual was subsequently transported to the Blind River detachment.

Ahmed Uddin MOHAMMED, 42 years old from Mississauga was charged with:

·      Resist peace officer

·      Obstruct peace officer

·      Fail to surrender daily log

·      Driver of commercial motor vehicle-fail to surrender proof of insurance

·      Driver fail to surrender licence

·      Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

·      Speeding

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on October 2, 2025.