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Marmora and Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Robert LEONARD – Impaired Driving

(MARMORA, ON) – Officers from the Central Hastings Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges in an impaired driving investigation.

On Thursday July 31, 2025, at approximately 6:20 p.m., police received a report of a possible impaired driver near the intersection of Matthew Street and Forsyth Street in Marmora, along Highway 7.

The driver was located, arrested and transported to the Central Hastings OPP Detachment for testing.

Robert LEONARD, age 73 from Marmora, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol

• 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 Belleville on August 21, 2025. Additionally, the accused’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days.

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

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

Infant Murdered – 2 Arrested

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – The Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals in relation to an infant death that occurred in October 2024.

On Tuesday, October 1, 2024, shortly before 9:00 a.m., the Manitoulin OPP, alongside the Sudbury-Manitoulin Paramedic Services, responded to a residence in Burpee Township regarding an infant with no vital signs. The infant was transported to a local hospital by paramedics and later pronounced deceased.

On Thursday, July 31, 2025, 40-year-old Sean LEBLANC and 26-year-old Sarah TURNER, both from Burpee Township, were arrested and charged with second degree murder, contrary to section 235(1) of the Criminal Code.

Both accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sudbury on Thursday, August 14, 2025.

The investigation is being conducted by the Manitoulin OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch.

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Central Elgin OPP Police Press Releases

Brett DYCK – Impaired Driving

(CENTRAL ELGIN, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin Detachment, has charged an individual at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E) program in Central Elgin.

On August 1, 2025, at approximately 3:16 a.m., police took driver into custody without incident.

As a result, Brett DYCK, 31-years-old of London is charged with the following:

  • Operation While Impaired – alcohol and drugs – 320.14(1)(a)
  • Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 Plus) – 320.14(1)(b)

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on September 16, 2025.

The OPP remind drivers and members of the public to report impaired drivers and dangerous driving behaviours. Your call could save a life, please dial 9-1-1 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

2 Children Dead Following Incident In Dryden

(Dryden, ON) – Members of the Dryden Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a drowning incident that claimed the lives of two children.

On Thursday, July 31, 2025, at approximately 4:10 pm, officers responded to a report of two youths observed entering the Wabigoon River in the City of Dryden. A 15-year-old male and a 12-year-old female did not resurface from the water.

The OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), Dryden Fire Service and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) attended the location to assist. Both youths were located and recovered from the water by emergency personnel. They were transported to hospital where they were pronounced deceased.

The identity of the victims is not being released out of respect for the family’s privacy.

The OPP would like to thank members of the public who provided assistance.

The investigation remains ongoing. If you have any information that could aid the investigation, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Parry Sound Police Press Releases

Lance CHEVRETTE Was Arrested

(WEST PARRY SOUND, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested one person for brandishing a knife.

On Thursday, July 31, 2025, the West Parry Sound OPP responded to a weapons call near James Street in Parry Sound. It was reported the individual was shouting and walking around with a knife.

The person was located, a short time later, with the assistance of the OPP Emergency Response Team, OPP Canine, OPP Remotely Piloted Aerial System (Drone) and OPP Aviation.

As a result, Lance CHEVRETTE, 31 years-old, of Parry Sound was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·        Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose

·        Fail to comply with release order

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

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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Fraser KENNEY – Drunk Driving

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a driver after receiving a concern from a member of the public.

On July 28, 2025, at 8:35 p.m., Bracebridge OPP responded to a concern from a member of the public about a possible impaired driver in the area of Steamship Bay Road in Gravenhurst. An officer located the vehicle a short distance away, conducted a traffic stop and subsequently arrested and charged 34-year-old Fraser KENNEY of London, ON with Operation while impaired- Over 80. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on August 26, 2025 to answer to his charges.

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Kingsville OPP Police Press Releases

Donna CARREAU – Drunk Driving

(KINGSVILLE, ON) – One person has been charged following a collision in Kingsville.

On July 31, 2025, at approximately 7:11 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on County Road 8 in the Town of Kingsville. 

Donna CARREAU, 35-years-old of Tecumseh, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code 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 was scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on August 12, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”. 

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 of alcohol, please call 9-1-1 immediately.

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Alveen AHMED – Sexual Assault

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – One individual is facing Criminal Code charges following a sexual assault investigation.

On Thursday, July 24, 2025, members of the Brant County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an individual in relation to an ongoing sexual assault investigation that occurred in January 2025 in Brant County.

As a result of the investigation, Alveen AHMED, age 28, was charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Sexual assault, section 271
  • Assault, section 265
  • Forcible confinement, section 279(2)

The accused was remanded into custody for a bail hearing and subsequently released. They are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on a later date.  

A publication ban has been issued and as a result, the OPP will not be able to release further information.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Kody BERDAN Was Arrested Again

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – Officers from the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges against an individual following a breach of court-ordered conditions in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On Thursday, July 31, 2025, shortly before 12:30 p.m., officers were conducting general patrols in the area of Young Street in Alliston when they observed a male known to police, who is currently bound by a house arrest condition, travelling in the area.

Upon further investigation, officers confirmed the individual was in violation of his release conditions.

As a result, Kody BERDAN, 36 years old, of New Tecumseth, was placed under arrest and charged with the following offence:

  • Failure to comply with release order
  • Failure to comply with probation order

The accused individual was held for a bail hearing and are to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date. 

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Collingwood OPP Police Press Releases

Fabio GAGLIARDI Facing Numerous Charges

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – On Thursday, July 31, 2025, at approximately 6:36 a.m., an officer from the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on First Street at Oak Street in Collingwood. The early morning stop led to the arrest of a Wasaga Beach resident on multiple charges.

Fabio GAGLIARDI, 42 years old, of Wasaga Beach, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol, Criminal Code
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus), Criminal Code
  • Drive motor vehicle – no permit, Highway Traffic Act
  • Fail to surrender insurance card, Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act
  • Having liquor in open container, Liquor Licence and Control Act
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available, Cannabis Control Act
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero, Highway Traffic Act

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on September 9, 2025.

As the Civic Long Weekend approaches, officers from the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains OPP will be focusing on driving behaviours that are contributors to serious collisions and fatalities on Ontario roadways.

The OPP reminds all motorists that road safety is a shared responsibility. Officers will be out in full force this long weekend to help ensure everyone arrives at their destination safely.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Theft – MUTTER & RESENDES

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – Essex County OPP has charged two individuals after a bicycle theft investigation in Leamington.

In June of 2025, Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with the Essex County Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) initiated a proactive “bait bicycle” initiative to address the numerous thefts of bicycles in the Municipality of Leamington. This involves the placement of an identified bike and the apprehension of anyone who chooses to steal it.

As a result of the investigation, two individuals were arrested and charged under the Criminal Code.

Zachary MUTTER, 33 years of age from Leamington was arrested and charged with:

  • .Theft Under $5000
  • Mischief Under $5000
  • Possession Break-In Instruments

Steven RESENDES, 51 years of age from Leamington was arrested and charged with:

  • .Theft Under $5000
  • Theft Under $5000 – Shoplifting
  • Mischief Under $5000
  • Possession Break-In Instruments

Anyone with information regarding any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or if an emergency, call 911.

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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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals with alcohol related offences.

On July 26, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., Caledon OPP officers responded to a single vehicle collision in the area of Old School Road and Mississauga Road, in the Town of Caledon. Shortly after, officers arrived on scene and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

Following the investigation, Sukhjit DHESI, 47, of Georgetown, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Careless driving causing bodily harm – two counts

On July 29, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m., Caledon OPP conducted a traffic stop upon a vehicle that travelled through a RIDE program on Kennedy Road, near Old School Road, in the Town of Caledon. Officers investigated and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, Navraj SIDHU, 43, of Caledon, was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

Both accused are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on August 14, 2025, to answer to their charges. The vehicles were also impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licences were suspended for a period of 90 days.

The OPP remains committed to keeping our communities safe through enforcement and public education. Penalties for failure or refusal to comply with demand are similar to those imposed upon a driver charged with operation while impaired. These penalties include an immediate 90-day licence suspension, seven-day vehicle impoundment, as well as licence reinstatement fees. Additional penalties are imposed upon conviction and increase for each proceeding offence.

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OPP Police Press Releases Walpole Island First Nation

Jared WILLIAMS Was Arrested Again, Assault, Weapons, Etc.

(WALPOLE ISLAND FIRST NATION, ON) – The Walpole Island Police Service has charged one individual following an assault.

On July 30, 2025, at approximately 2:20 p.m., Walpole Island Police Service along with Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an assault at the intersection of Old Ferry Road and Union Hall Road.

It was determined that the victim was assaulted with an edged weapon and sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

The accused was located at a nearby residence and arrested without incident.

As a result of the investigation, Jared WILLIAMS, a 30-year-old of Walpole Island First Nation was charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Assault causing bodily harm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property
  • Break, enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court

The accused remains in police custody and is being held pending a bail hearing. They are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia.

The Walpole Island Police Service and Lambton County 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.p3tips.com, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Harris

Kiiwedin LARONDE Was Arrested

(HARRIS TOWNSHIP, ON) – A collision on private property in Harris Township leads to a driver being arrested for impaired.

On Sunday, July 27, 2025, at approximately 12:15 a.m., the Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), responded to a collision between a vehicle and a camper trailer at a private property in Harris Township.

As a result of the investigation, the driver was arrested for impaired driving and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

Kiiwedin LARONDE, 23 years-of-age of Earlton, was charged with:

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

The driver received a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS) and the vehicle was impounded.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Haileybury, on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

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Meaford OPP Police Press Releases

One Dead In Meaford

(MEAFORD, ON)– On Wednesday, July,30, 2025, at approximately 1:18 p.m., members of the Grey Bruce Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Grey County Paramedic Services and Meaford Fire Department, responded to a report of an individual found unresponsive in the water at a waterfront property on Cedar Avenue, along Georgian Bay in the Municipality of Meaford.

Bystanders were able to recover the individual and initiated CPR until paramedics arrived. Despite resuscitation efforts, the 55-year-old from Ottawa was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Grey Bruce OPP would like to thank all members of the public and emergency responders who provided assistance.