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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Stephanie GABRIEL – Drunk Driving

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – One person arrested for impaired driving at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program.

On Saturday July 19,2025, at approximately 12:08 a.m. the Kirkland Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a RIDE program on Goodfish Road, Kirkland Lake. A vehicle pulled up to the RIDE program, upon speaking with the driver, officers determined the individual had consumed an alcoholic beverage. The driver was arrested and transported to the Kirkland Lake OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Stephanie GABRIEL, a 34-year-old from Kirkland Lake, has been charged with, operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration 80 plus.

The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on August 7, 2025.

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

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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Shelby LOACH – Impaired Driving

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – The Kirkland Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrest one person for impaired driving.

On Sunday June 22,2025, at approximately 10:10 p.m. the Kirkland Lake OPP conducted a sobriety check on a vehicle pulled over at the intersection of Highway 66 and Highway 112. Upon speaking with the driver, officers determined the individual had consumed an alcoholic beverage. The driver was arrested and transported to the Kirkland Lake OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Shelby LOACH, a 27-year-old from Englehart, has been charged with, operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration 80 plus.

The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on September 5, 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 9-1-1.

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Hawkesbury OPP Police Press Releases

Connor LACOURSE – Luring Child #PervertAlert

(HAWKESBURY, ON) – An Ajax resident is facing multiple charges after a child-luring investigation in the Hawkesbury area.

On Monday, June 23, 2025, officers with the Hawkesbury Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of inappropriate content being sent to a teenaged girl online.

Members of the Hawkesbury OPP Crime Unit began an investigation.

On Wednesday, July 30, 2025, members of the Hawkesbury OPP Crime Unit, assisted by local OPP officers and members of the Durham Regional Police Service, traveled to Ajax where they executed a search warrant and made an arrest.

Connor LACOURSE, age 28 of Ajax, has been charged with:

  • Luring a person under 16 by means of telecommunication
  • Invitation to sexual touching under 16 years of age
  • Possession of child pornography
  • Transmit sexually explicit material to a person under 16

The accused was released on conditions following a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear by video before the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on August 27, 2025.

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Whitchurch-Stoufville

One Dead – 18 Year Old Arrested

(WHITCHURCH-STOUFFVILLE, ON) – One person has been charged in connection with a fatal head-on collision on Highway 48 in Ballantrae, Whitchurch-Stoufville.

On Sunday, August 3, 2025, at approximately 9:20 p.m., officers from the Aurora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 48 between St. John Sideroad and Ballantrae Commons. A 35-year-old male was pronounced deceased, and the four other occupants of the vehicle were transported to hospital with injuries.

The driver of the second vehicle failed to remain at the scene. With assistance from York Regional Police, the driver was located a short time later and taken into custody.

As a result of the investigation, Jaiwin KIRUBANANTHAN, 18 years old from Oshawa, was charged with the following offences:

Dangerous driving – causing death

Dangerous driving – cause bodily harm – three counts

Fail to remain at an accident resulting in death

Public mischief

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Newmarket on Friday, August 8, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Nicolas WIESNER Was Arrested Following Collision

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver after investigating a motor vehicle collision.

On Friday August 1, 2025, at approximately 9:40 p.m., members from the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Mary Street, West Nipissing. No injuries were reported with the driver.

The driver of the vehicle failed to comply with the breath demand and was arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Nicolas WIESNER, 41 years-of-age, from West Nipissing, was charged with, failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Thursday October 2, 2025, in North Bay.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you fail or refuse to provide a breath sample or comply with a lawful demand from police, you face the same penalties as if you were charged with impaired driving:

  • Criminal charges
  • Immediate licence suspension
  • Vehicle impoundment
  • Fines and possible jail time

Make the right choice and always drive sober.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Lucky GILL – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an Orangeville resident with impaired driving-related offences following a R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program.

On August 3, 2025, just after 10:30 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. spot check in the area of Townline in the Town of Orangeville. A vehicle entered the checkpoint and, after a brief interaction with officers, an impaired driving investigation was initiated.

Lucky GILL, a 27-year-old male, from Orangeville has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

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

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

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

19 Year Old Deceased Following Collision

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – A single vehicle crash has closed Haldimand Highway 54 between Onondaga Townline Road and Harrison Road.

On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at approximately 12:26 a.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Haldimand County Detachment, Haldimand County Fire Department and Haldimand County EMS responded to a collision at Haldimand Highway 54.

It has been determined that a motor vehicle left the roadway and stuck a guard rail. The vehicle then rolled over coming to rest in the ditch. The lone occupant, a 19-year-old of Wilsonville sustained serious life-threatening injuries and was pronounced deceased on scene.

West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement Team is assisting with the investigation and is asking anyone who was travelling on Haldimand Highway 54 between Onondaga Road and Townline Road and witnessed the collision – or has any relevant information – to contact the Haldimand County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

Haldimand Highway 54 remains closed, and it is anticipated that the roadway will be re-opened by 4:00 p.m.

The OPP would like to thank everyone for their patience while officers continue to investigate this incident.

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Mapleton OPP Police Press Releases

18 Year Old Arrested – Details Released

(MAPLETON TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Moorefield resident with four charges stemming from a fail to stop occurrence.

On August 4, 2025, at approximately 8:30 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a traffic enforcement initiative and observed a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed, to which a traffic stop was attempted to be initiated Wellington Road 12, within Mapleton Township, when the vehicle involved failed to stop for police.

Shortly thereafter, officers patrolling the area located the vehicle involved and conducted an investigation. As a result, Brett HIDDEMA, an 18-year-old of Moorefield was charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Fail to stop for police
  • Dangerous operation
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed
  • Flight from peace officer

Anyone charged with ‘drive motor vehicle – perform stunt’ receives a 14-day vehicle impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph at a later date.

The Wellington OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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BROOKE-ALVINSTON OPP Police Press Releases

Patrick SINCLAIR – Drunk Driving

(BROOKE-ALVINSTON, ON) – One individual has been charged with impaired driving following a traffic stop.

On August 3, 2025, shortly after 9:15 p.m., while conducting general patrol, a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Inwood Road at Oil Springs Line, after observing a suspicious vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, Patrick SINCLAIR, 24-year-old of Bothwell, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

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

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Sarnia on September 25, 2025.

The Lambton County OPP remains committed to taking impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers – NOONE & SEYMORE

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – Officers of the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) are always looking for criminal driving behaviour. In addition to the two impaired drivers during the long weekend, two more impaired drivers were taken of the roadway thanks to concerned citizens reporting the driving behaviour.

On July 30, 2025 at 11:07 p.m. police were dispatched to a report of erratic driving of a vehicle westbound disturbance on Highway 60 in the Town of Huntsville. Police located the vehicle and observed the same erratic driving. The driver was arrested for impaired driving:

As a result of the investigation, police have charged Shamus NOONE, 40 years old of South River Ontario, has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

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The accused was released with an August 2025 court date before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge.

The accused was also issued a 90 Administrative Driver’s License Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

On July 30, 2025 at 12:48p.m., Huntsville O.P.P. officers were dispatched to a local day camp program on Silverwood Dr in the Town of Huntsville. The report was of a female picking up a child but staff believed the female to be under the influence of alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, police have charged Amanda SEYMORE, 45 years old of Huntsville Ontario, with:

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

The accused was released with a September 2025ccourt date before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge.

The accused was also issued a 90 Administrative Driver’s License Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

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OPP PLYMPTON-WYOMING Police Press Releases

Tyson WELLS – Threats

(PLYMPTON-WYOMING, ON) – One individual has been charged in relation to a threats’ investigation.

On August 3, 2025, shortly after 5:30 p.m., members of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a threats’ complaint at an address on London Line in Plympton-Wyoming.

Investigation determined that a disturbance had occurred between two individuals. As a result, one individual was taken into custody without incident.

Tyson WELLS, 50-year-old of Sarnia, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm

The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Sarnia on September 25, 2025.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Terrance D’SOUZA – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Mississauga resident with impaired driving offences following a single-vehicle collision.

On August 3, 2025, shortly after 12:30 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a single-vehicle collision on County Road 25, just north of Grand Valley, where a vehicle had struck a bridge deck. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the male driver and observed signs of impairment, prompting an impaired driving investigation.

Terrance D’SOUZA, a 53-year-old male, from Mississauga has been charged with:

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

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

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

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Michael WALKER – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – On August 1, 2025, at approximately 4:43 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single-vehicle collision on West Quarter Townline Road, within the County of Brant.

As a result of the investigation, one individual was taken into custody.

Police have charged Michael WALKER, 58 years old, of Brantford, with the following offences under the Criminal Code:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol
  • Operation While Impaired – BAC 80+

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on August 15, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads through enforcement and education. Motorists are reminded that impaired driving-by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of death on Ontario roadways.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Lindsay STALWICK Arrested Following Hit & Run

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one driver after failing to remain at a collision in Renfrew.

On Sunday, August 3, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., Renfrew OPP responded to reports of a collision on O’Brien Road where the driver fled the scene. Officers later located the vehicle and driver.

As a result of the investigation, Lindsay STALWICK age 55 of Renfrew was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired- alcohol

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

·        Breach of recognizance

·        Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

·        Fail to notify change of address

·        Fail to remain

This accused was released and scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on September 3, 2025.

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Randall HALL – Impaired Operation

(BRANT, ON) – On August 2, 2025, at approximately 3:42 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single-vehicle collision on Maple Avenue south, within the County of Brant.

As a result of the investigation, one individual was taken into custody.

Police have charged Randall HALL, 57 years old, of Brant County, with the following offences under the Criminal Code:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Operation While Impaired – BAC 80+

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on August 21, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads through enforcement and education. Motorists are reminded that impaired driving-by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of death on Ontario roadways.