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Criminal Court Docket Summary – Goderich Courthouse, July 28, 2025 – 80+ Names Released

(Goderich) The Ontario Court of Justice in Goderich has a full docket on Monday, July 28, 2025, handling a wide range of criminal proceedings including first appearances, bail hearings, trial confirmations, and motions.

Proceedings included:

  • Numerous “To Be Spoken To” (status update or administrative matters)
  • Several “Set Date for Trial” entries
  • Multiple “First Appearances”
  • A few “Bail Hearings” and “Trial Confirmation Hearings”
  • Plea hearings and motions

These proceedings were held both in person and via video, with hearings primarily taking place in Courtrooms 1 and 2, starting at 9:00 am and continuing into the afternoon.

  1. ARCHIBALD, MATTHEW
  2. BARTLETT, KRISTA
  3. BAYNTON, KAELEY
  4. BEYERSBERGEN, STEPHEN
  5. BEYNEN, MICHAEL
  6. BRUNK, PATRICK
  7. BULLEN, DEAN
  8. BUTLER, RAYMOND
  9. CAMPBELL, SPENCER
  10. CARD, BRENDAN
  11. COCKRAM, JACOB
  12. CONGRAM, ANDREA
  13. COTE, STEPHANIE
  14. DALE, ANDREW
  15. DALE, MICHAEL
  16. DELONG, KEVIN
  17. DENOMME, ASHLEY
  18. DICKINS, COLLIN
  19. DYKSTRA, WILLIAM
  20. ELLIOTT, STEPHANIE
  21. FIDOM, AMANDA
  22. FISHER, AUTUMN
  23. FRANCIS, FIJO
  24. FRASER, MATTHEW
  25. GARNISS, DAVID
  26. GILBERT, JENNA
  27. GRUMMETT-NAIRN, BRODY
  28. GRUMMETT-NAIRN, MORGAN
  29. HALL, JASON
  30. HENDRICKS, JAVAUGHN
  31. HENRY, KYLE
  32. HILLER, DOUGLAS
  33. INGHAM, RYLEY
  34. IRWIN, DOUGLAS
  35. JONES-OP’T-HOOG, MICK
  36. KIERS, JEFFREY
  37. LAFRAMBOISE, JEFFREY
  38. LEMAY, TRAVIS
  39. LOVELACE, JORDEN
  40. MACADAM, KAIDIN
  41. MACDONALD, KYLE
  42. MAIDMAN, FREDERICK
  43. MAT, JAKAR
  44. MCCARTHY, ANDREW
  45. MCDOUGALL, MELISSA
  46. MCGUIRE, JAYDEN
  47. MCLEAN, JONATHAN
  48. MOIR, DARREN
  49. NIEUWENHOFF, JASON
  50. NIGH, NATHAN
  51. O’BRIEN, BAILLEY
  52. ORLESKY, CHRISTY
  53. ORMENO, RAQUEL
  54. OVERHOLT, JOSEPH
  55. PAETZ, HAYDEN
  56. PARENT, MATTHEW
  57. PEARCE, JOHN
  58. PROCTOR, COLE
  59. PRYCE, MALEEK
  60. RASULI, SAMIM
  61. RICHARDSON, CORY
  62. SAPELAK, JAMES
  63. SCHAEFER, TYLER
  64. SCHNURR, DON
  65. SHAW, PAUL
  66. SHOLDICE, KYLE
  67. SIDDALL, OWEN
  68. SKILLEN, MARK
  69. SMITH, KYLE
  70. SMITH, MIKEAL
  71. STECKLE, PATRICK
  72. STONE, BRODY
  73. THERIAULT, NORMAN
  74. THOMPSON, CHRISTINA
  75. VANNINHUYS, REGAN
  76. VANVALKENGOED, JACOB
  77. VORSTEVELD, JEREMY
  78. WALSH, SAVANNAH
  79. WEISS, BURTON
  80. WHEELER, AMANDA
  81. WHITELY, JOSH
  82. WILKS, RAMONE
  83. WILLSHIRE, GREGORY
  84. WILSON, DANIEL
  85. WILSON, PAIGE
  86. WOJNOWSKI, JOSEPH
  87. ZAROLA, JOHN
  88. ZIELMAN, KATHERINE

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Kapuskasing OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(KAPUSKASING, ON) – Four individuals have been arrested and multiple charges laid following the execution of two Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrants in Kapuskasing, resulting in the seizure of cocaine, crystal methamphetamine, and methamphetamine.

On Thursday July 24, 2025, members of the North East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the James Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), executed search warrants on Sheppard Street and Byng Avenue in Kapuskasing.

During the Sheppard Street search, officers seized suspected cocaine, crystal methamphetamine, methamphetamine tablets, and oxycodone, with an estimated street value of approximately $4,000. Police also recovered approximately $1,070 in Canadian currency, along with digital scales and packaging materials.  

As a result of the investigation, Brian LEBEL, 37 years-of-age of Kapuskasing, was arrested and charged with:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – crystal methamphetamine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – oxycodone

The accused remains in custody and is next scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing on July 28, 2025.

Further, Danny RODRIGUE, 42 years-of-age of Kapuskasing was arrested and charged with:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – crystal methamphetamine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – oxycodone

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing on August 25, 2025.

Further, Eric ROULEAU, 37 years-of-age of Kapuskasing was arrested and charged with:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – crystal methamphetamine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – oxycodone

·        Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

The accused remains in custody and is next scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing on July 28, 2025.

During the Byng Avenue search, officers seized suspected Lorazepam with an estimated street value of approximately $1,700, along with scales and packaging materials.

As a result of the investigation, Richard TREMBLAY, 62 years-of-age of Kapuskasing, was arrested and charged with Possession of a Schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing on August 25, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

3 Arrested For Break & Enter & Theft – HARPER, RICHARDSON & KESSO

(WELLINGTON, ON) – Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three individuals following the theft of metal from a business in the community of Palmerston.

On July 26, 2025 just before 4:00 a.m. the Wellington County OPP received a call that three males were stealing metal from a local business. The three males fled from the scene upon police arrival but were later located.

Kevin HARPER, 33 years old of Listowel, Dustin RICHARDSON, 35 years old of Listowel, and Bradley KESSO, 40 years old of Atwood have been arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code of Canada Offences:

  • Theft Under $5,000
  • Possession Break In Instruments
  • Break and Enter

HARPER and KESSO were released from custody and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on August 26, 2025. RICHARDSON was held in custody for a bail hearing and was later released and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 22, 2025 in Guelph.

Police are requesting anyone with information related to this investigation to call the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-888-222-8477 (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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Norwich OPP Police Press Releases

Tyler OVERBEEK Was Arrested

 (NORWICH TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment responded to a single vehicle collision, resulting in one person being charged with multiple charges.

On July 25, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a collision on Middletown Line in Norwich Township.

As a result of the investigation, Tyler OVERBEEK, a 24-year-old resident of Norwich, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Drive with Handheld Device

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on September 9, 2025.

Calling 911 for suspected impaired drivers can save lives. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

One Dead In Wasaga Beach

(WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a drowning incident in the Town of Wasaga Beach. 

On Saturday, July 26, 2025, at approximately 1:05 p.m., emergency services responded to a residence on River Road East following reports of a missing kayaker. 

A 24-year-old male from Toronto had been kayaking with two others when their vessel overturned. While others quickly resurfaced, the one individual did not. 

Upon arrival, the Wasaga Beach Fire Department located and recovered the missing person and started resuscitation efforts. The individual was transported to hospital by County of Simcoe Paramedic Services and was later pronounced deceased. 

The identity of the victim is not being released at this time, 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 Huronia West OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 

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OPP Facing Dereliction Of Duty Allegations – Winghamites Taking Back Community – #WinghamStrong #YouWereWarned

(North Huron) The community of Wingham has reached a breaking point. Residents no longer trust the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) or the Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) to protect them. From unchecked crime to alleged corruption, the people of Wingham feel abandoned by the very institutions meant to serve them.

Despite this massive failure, Winghamites are uniting to protect the children in their community, expunging drug dealers and squatters, with force when necessary.

OPP: Dereliction of Duty

The OPP’s failure to issue press releases on dangerous offenders has left the community in the dark, allowing criminals to roam freely. Reports of police brutality, drunken drivers, and drug dealers operating without consequence have become all too common.

  • Catch-and-release justice: The court system is seen as corrupt, with repeat offenders immediately returning to the streets.
  • Pedophile ring allegations: Whispers of an OPP covered-up pedophile ring, allegedly fueled by illegal drugs, have further eroded trust.
  • Fear of retaliation: Many residents are too scared to speak out, fearing violent backlash from criminals and police officers who operate with impunity.

Email opp public relations officers at [email protected] and [email protected] to find out why they have continued to fail our community.

HPPH: False Information and Failed Leadership

Huron Perth Public Health has also lost credibility.

  • False press releases: Amid an alleged measles “outbreak,” HPPH has been accused of spreading misinformation in the past without apology.
  • Inspectors lying in court: Public health officials have given false testimony, undermining their integrity.

Bylaw Enforcement: Afraid to Act

Local bylaw officers refuse to enforce regulations on Crown land, leaving residents to deal with:

  • Dog owners allow their dogs to crap on the sidewalks, and by-law enforcement is to afraid to confront the owners.
  • Squatters and trespassers taking over properties.
  • Illegal dumping turning neighborhoods into wastelands.
  • “Junkies” running rampant, with officials too afraid to confront them.

The Only Hope? The Fire Chief

In a system where trust has collapsed, many look to the Fire Chief as the last bastion of leadership—someone who might respect private property rights and “pivot us back to democracy.”

Social Media & Vigilantism

With authorities failing, residents, employers and landlords have turned to Facebook, using comment sections to locate suspected criminals that support/deal with each other and blacklist them. While controversial, it highlights the desperation of a community that no longer believes in its institutions.

Final Thoughts

Wingham is at a crossroads. Without immediate action from the OPP, HPPH, and local officials, the town risks descending into chaos. The people demand accountability—before it’s too late.

#WinghamStrong #OPPFailure #HPPHLies #TakeBackOurTown

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Alerts Weather

Tornado Warning in effect for Wingham – Blyth – Northern Huron County

At 7:39 PM EDT, Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm that is possibly producing a tornado.

Damaging winds, large hail and locally intense rainfall are also possible. This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation.

Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches. If you hear a roaring sound or see a funnel cloud, swirling debris near the ground, flying debris, or any threatening weather approaching, take shelter immediately.

Go indoors to a room on the lowest floor, away from outside walls and windows, such as a basement, bathroom, stairwell or interior closet.

Leave mobile homes, vehicles, tents, trailers and other temporary or free-standing shelter, and move to a strong building if you can. As a last resort, lie in a low spot and protect your head from flying debris.

Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year. Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors! Emergency Management Ontario recommends that you take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches. Tornado warnings are issued when imminent or occurring thunderstorms are likely to produce or are producing tornadoes.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Tiny Hit & Run Results In Impaired Charge

(MIDLAND, ON)- An early morning single vehicle crash in Tiny Township has resulted in an Tiny Township resident being the subject of an impaired driving investigation after a vehicle left the roadway and struck a utility pole.

Officers of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded after the OPP Communication Centre received a report on July 25, 2025, at approximately 1:35 a.m. involving a black Ford pick up truck that had left the roadway and struck a pole on Champlain Road near Tiny Concession Road 16.

The lone driver was located and an impaired driving investigation was commenced which later concluded at Detachment with 45 year old Michael LEGAULT of Tiny Township being charged with the following criminal driving offences.

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

And further with the following Provincial Offences of.

  • Fail to Remain
  • Fail to have Currently Validated Plates

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on August 7, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

File # E250986601

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MISSISSAUGA OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – LAURENTI

(MISSISSAUGA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual following a drug-related investigation in Mississauga.

On Thursday, July 24, 2025, officers of the Mississauga OPP conducted a traffic stop on the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) at Erin Mills Parkway in Mississauga. As a result of the investigation, officers seized approximately four kilograms of suspected cocaine from the vehicle.

The driver, Rocco LAURENTI, a 27-year-old of Niagara Region has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Provincial Court of Justice in Brampton on Friday, July 25, 2025.    

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who may have any information regarding the incident is asked to contact Mississauga OPP at 905-858-8670. To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Central Elgin OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicle Recovered – Names Released

(CENTRAL ELGIN, ON) – Two people are charged following a traffic stop on Sunset Road in Central Elgin.

On July 23, 2025, at approximately 2:53 p.m. the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), stopped a motor vehicle on Sunset Road because of a hit on the Automated Licence Plate Recognition system.

Tanya TUCKEY, 44-years-old of London is charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (two times)

·      Operation while impaired

·      Failure to comply with undertaking

·      Drive motor vehicle – no licence (Highway Traffic Act)

·      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor (Liquor Licence Act)

·      Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available (Cannabis Control Act)

Kenneth DALE, 51-years-old of London is charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Possession Property Obtained by Crime over $5000, and

·      Failure to comply with undertaking

As a result of the traffic stop, the Elgin and Middlesex Community Street Crime Unit executed a search warrant on an address in London. Tanya TUCKEY is charged with the following additional Criminal Code offences:

·      Possession of Firearm contrary to Prohibition Order (two times)

·      Possession of a Crossbow contrary to Prohibition Order

·      Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·      Careless Storage of a Firearm and Ammunition

The accused parties were held for bail and appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on the July 24,2025.

If you have any information regarding this incident, please call Elgin OPP at 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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OPP Police Press Releases Stone Mills

Jordan ROMBOUGH Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(STONE MILLS TOWNSHIP, ON) – An arrest warrant executed in Stone Mills Township has led to a wanted male facing charges.

On Friday, July 25, 2025, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit, officers from the Emergency Response Team (ERT) along with officers from the Lennox and Addington County OPP Detachment, attended a residence on County Road 6 in Stone Mills Township to execute a warrant. Officers located the wanted male who was taken into custody.

Jordan ROMBOUGH, a 34-year-old from Stone Mills Township was charged, as a result of several incidents, with the following:  

  • Assault a peace officer with a weapon
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Dangerous operation – two counts
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code – five counts
  • Failure to comply with release order – seven counts
  • Failure to comply with probation order – three counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Trafficking in property obtained by crime
  • Fraud under $5000

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice.

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Collingwood OPP Police Press Releases

KHWAJA HAFIZ Facing Numerous Charges

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – On April 3, 2025, an officer from the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Mountain Road near 11th Line in the Town of Collingwood after an Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) alert identified a suspended driver.

The vehicle, a white Dodge Sprinter van, was stopped without incident. The lone male occupant, identified as Khwaja Najm KHWAJA HAFIZ, 31, of the Greater Toronto Area, was found to be a suspended and prohibited driver.

Further investigation revealed multiple active suspensions under both the Highway Traffic Act and the Criminal Code. Officers also located cannabis readily available within the vehicle and an imitation firearm-a BB gun-concealed under the driver’s seat.

KHWAJA HAFIZ was charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while prohibited (2 counts), section 320.18(1)(a), Criminal Code
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, section 88, Criminal Code
  • Drive while under suspension, section 53(1), Highway Traffic Act
  • Fail to surrender insurance card, section 3(1), Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available, section 12(1), Cannabis Control Act
  • Drive motor vehicle – no currently validated permit, section 7(1)(a), Highway Traffic Act
  • Confuse identity of plate, section 13(1), Highway Traffic Act
  • Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver, section 5(1), Ontario Regulation 340/94

In mid-July, the accused failed to attend court as required, and a warrant was issued for his arrest.

On July 24, 2025, members of the Collingwood OPP took custody of KHWAJA HAFIZ from the Napanee OPP. He was transported to the Collingwood detachment and held in custody for a bail hearing, which took place on July 25, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

Andrew MANCINI Was Arrested – Meth A Factor

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges in an impaired driving investigation.

On July 23, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., a traffic complaint on Monogram Place, Quinte West, led Quinte West OPP to suspect a motorist may have been impaired.

The driver was arrested and transported to the Quinte West Detachment, where charges were laid.

Andrew MANCINI , age 36, from Brighton, was charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – Methamphetamine

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on August 11, 2025. Additionally, the vehicle was impounded for seven days, and their licence suspended for 90 days.

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

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Amanda MURDOCK – Impaired Operation

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – A driver is facing several charges after Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle travelling at high rates of speed near Salem.

On July 24, 2025, at approximately 11:20 p.m., a member of the Wellington County OPP was monitoring traffic on Wellington Road 7 north of Salem in the Township of Centre Wellington. 

At this time, the officer observed a vehicle travelling well above the posted speed limit. A traffic stop was initiated and as a result of investigation, Amanda MURDOCK, 34-years-old from Cambridge, has been charged with:

  •   Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  •  Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  •  Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  •  Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt contrary to the Highway Traffic Act

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph, on August 8, 2025.

*Anyone charged with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt receives a 14-day impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension as per statute.

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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Attempted Child Abduction: Patricia GALLICHAN-RULE Arrested

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – Members of the Kirkland Lake Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual following an attempted abduction of a child.

On Thursday, July 24, 2025, at approximately 12:35 p.m., officers responded to a report of an attempted child abduction in the parking lot of a store on Government Road in Kirkland Lake.

It was reported that an individual had approached a mother and child and attempted to gain access to the vehicle occupied by the child. The mother was able to secure the vehicle door, preventing entry, and the suspect fled the scene.

Upon police arrival, officers launched an investigation and later located the individual nearby.

As a result, Patricia GALLICHAN-RULE, a 38-year-old from Bonfield Township, was charged with:

·      Abduction of person under 14 – take or entice

·      Resist peace officer

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Provincial Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on Friday, July 25, 2025.    

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who may have any information regarding the incident is asked to contact Kirkland Lake OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.