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Norwich OPP Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Austin BRISSON 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 19, 2025, at approximately 12:30 a.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a collision at the intersection of Highway 59 and Salford Road in Norwich Township.

As a result of the investigation, Austin BRISSON, a 26-year-old resident of Kitchener, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Fail to Remain

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on August 26, 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 Orillia Police Press Releases

Crown Corporation Employee Threatened – Erik ADLER Charged

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges in relation to threats made against an elected member of the Ontario government.

On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, the OPP launched an investigation into threats made against Ontario’s Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. As a result of the investigation, Erik ADLER, age 40 of Burlington, was arrested and charged with two counts of uttering threats to cause death, under section 264.1(1)(a) of the Criminal Code.

The accused was released from custody following a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Milton on Monday, August 11, 2025.

This investigation was led by the OPP Protective Services Section (PSS), with assistance from the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit, Burlington OPP and Halton Regional Police Service.

Anyone with any information in relation to this investigation is asked to contact the OPP through the non-emergency line at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

About OPP Protective Services Section

As part of the Provincial Operations Intelligence Bureau, PSS provides intelligence-led, risk-informed protection for government dignitaries in the province of Ontario. PSS is responsible for the protection of the Lieutenant Governor, Premier and members of the Executive Council.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

Shekhar PHOGAT Was Arrested

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one driver with impaired driving after a single-vehicle collision in Bracebridge.

On July 14, 2025 at 4:20 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers along with Muskoka EMS, responded to reports of a singe-vehicle collision that occurred on Carlsmount road in Bracebridge. A member of the public came upon the collision after the vehicle had left the roadway and collided with a tree, the occupants then fled the scene.

Police were able to locate the occupants and arrested and charged 40-year-old Shekhar PHOGAT of Brampton, ON with Impaired Operation and Failure/Refusal to Comply with Demand (breath). He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on August 19, 2025 to answer to his charges.

Impaired driving continues to be a significant factor affecting the safety of Muskoka roads. If you suspect someone is driving a vehicle of any kind while impaired, please call 9-1-1. For more information on impaired driving, please visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers – Chandandeep SINGH & Dalwinder Jot SINGH

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers involved in two separate collisions with impaired operation.

On July 11, 2025, shortly after 10:30 p.m., Caledon OPP responded to a single vehicle collision on Old School Road near Creditview Road in the Town of Caledon. During the course of the investigation, it was learned that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested. 

As a result, Chandandeep SINGH, 30, of Brampton was charged with:

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

Four days later on July 15, 2025, at approximately 12:00 a.m., Caledon OPP responded to a two vehicle collision on McLaughlin Road just north of Mayfield Road in the Town of Caledon. During the course of the investigation, it was learned that one of the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested. 

As a result, Dalwinder Jot SINGH, 28, of Brampton was charged with:

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

Both accused are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on July 31, 2025, to answer for the charges. Both driver’s licence were suspended for 90 days and the vehicle impounded for seven. 

Some drivers continue to take unnecessary chances. Motorists are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving and novice class drivers are required to have a blood alcohol concentration of zero while driving. If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture. 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 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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Muskoka Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

47 Year Old Arrested After Falling Off Bike

(MUSKOKA LAKES TWP, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged the driver of a motorcycle with impaired driving in Muskoka Lakes Township.

On July 14, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to concerns from members of the public about a motorcycle operator who had fallen off of his motorcycle in Torrance, Muskoka Lakes Township. Officers attended and with the assistance of the public, located the motorcycle operator nearby.

Police arrested and charged 47-year-old Jeffery MARION of Muskoka Lakes Twp with Impaired Operation and Over 80, along with several Highway Traffic Act Offences. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on September 2, 2025 to answer to his charges.

Impaired driving continues to be a significant factor affecting the safety of Muskoka roads. If you suspect someone is driving a vehicle of any kind while impaired, please call 9-1-1. For more information on impaired driving, please visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

19 Year Old From Kincardine Arrested – Name Released

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On July 18, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a suspicious person at an address along Concession 2, Municipality of Kincardine.

Police attended and discovered that a vehicle had been involved in a collision along Bruce Road 20, the driver then attended an address on Concession 2. The investigating officer detected signs of impairment, and the driver was arrested and transported for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Alexander COLLEY AQUINO, 19-years-old, of the Municipality of Kincardine, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – B.A.C. 80 plus, CC 320.14(1)(b)
  • Dangerous Operation, CC 320.13(1)
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero, HTA 44.1(3)

The accused is set to appear on August 27, 2025, at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice to answer to the charges.

The South Bruce 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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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Shane TIGHE – Assault

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) -The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested an individual following an assault.

On July 17, 2025, shortly after 5:30 p.m., officers received a complaint regarding the incident on Elizabeth Street in the Municipality of Brighton. A dispute arose between two persons and there were no injuries reported.

As a result, Shane TIGHE (50), from the Municipality of Brighton, has been charged with:

–      Assault

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg in August.

Northumberland OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Hamilton OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – Daniel HULME

(TOWNSHIP OF HAMILTON, ON) -The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following a report of a suspicious vehicle.

On May 21, 2025, at around 6:15 p.m., a concerned member of the public advised police that there was a vehicle parked on Birch Road which had also been there earlier in the day.

While on their way to the location, officers stopped a vehicle matching the description provided by the caller. Through investigation, it was found that the driver was wanted on a warrant.

The individual was taken into custody and returned on the strength of the warrant. A search yielded a quantity of Canadian currency, approximately 360 grams of suspected Cocaine and around 150 suspected opioid pills.

On July 17, 2025, Northumberland OPP arrested the individual in relation to the items found in the search.

As a result, Daniel HULME (age 46), from Cobourg, has been 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 – Opioid

–      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

The accused was held to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

Members of Northumberland OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 705-745-9000 or www.stopcrimehere.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sharbot Lake

Another Armed Home Invasion

(SHARBOT LAKE, ON) – An investigation is continuing into a home invasion which happened in Sharbot Lake.

On Friday, July 11, 2025, shortly after 1:00 a.m., officers with the Frontenac Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a home on Gordon Crescent.

It was reported that two people, a man and woman, had entered the home, armed with weapons including a knife. There were no injuries.

The robbers had fled the area by the time police arrived, taking multiple items including a Sony PlayStation, musical instruments and cash. They left the scene in what was only described as a loud, silver or grey four-door car, which was last seen heading north on Gordon Crescent.

The male is described as approximately 5’9″ (175 cm), with a thin build and short brown hair and was unshaven with a short beard. The female is described as approximately 5’4″ (163 cm) and thin, with dark-brown or red hair.

Police believe this was a targeted incident and that there is no threat to public safety.

Anyone with information, or any potentially relevant doorbell, dashcam or surveillance video, should contact the Frontenac Detachment at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident E250912926. If you have information but want to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or report online at OntarioCrimeStoppers.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

More Impaired Drivers – LUCAS, MCBAIN & ALLEN

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continue to intercept impaired driving through proactive patrols.

On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, around 10:00 p.m., an officer with the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) that had no visible licence plate.

During the investigation, the officer suspected the individual had been drinking, and an approved roadside alcohol screening device was utilized. The individual was transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result, Tyler LUCAS, age 29, of Prince Edward County, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • No licence
  • No number plate
  • No off-road vehicle permit
  • Not properly insured
  • Fail to have required lighted lamps

On Thursday, July 17, 2025 shortly after 4:00 pm, officers responded to a traffic complaint where a member of the public suspected a driver was impaired. The vehicle was located by officers and through investigation, an approved screening device was utilized.

Mark MCBAIN, age 59, of Sudbury, has been charged with:

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

On Friday, July 18, 2025, around 3:30 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a Highway Traffic Act (HTA) violation. During the investigation, the officer suspected the accused had been drinking, and an approved screening device was utilized.

Brandon ALLEN, age 30, of Belleville, has been charged with:

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

All three accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton at a later date. Their driver’s licenses have been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicles were impounded for seven days.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

Huron-Kinloss Resident Arrested

(KINCARDINE, ON) – Police have made an arrest in an ongoing threats investigation.

On July 15, 2025, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of an altercation along Queen Street in Kincardine.

Investigation revealed that an altercation took place between two individuals in the area of Queen Street and Durham Street, Municipality of Kincardine, where one individual is alleged to have uttered threats to cause death.

Multiple tips from members of the public assisted investigators in identifying a person of interest. As a result of the investigation, police made an arrest in relation to this incident on July 17, 2025.

David RUXTON, 60-years-old, of the Township of Huron-Kinloss, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm, CC 264.1(1)(a)

The accused is set to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Walkerton on August 27, 2025, to answer to the charge.

The South Bruce 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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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

4 Injured – Lin-zee JENSEN-GIESBRECHT Arrested

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges as a result of a serious collision that occurred last month.

On Monday, June 16, 2025, at approximately 11:00 a.m., officers with Quinte West OPP, Quinte West OPP Crime Unit and Quinte West Firefighters responded to a multiple vehicle collision on Hamilton Road in Quinte West.

A driver of one of the vehicles was transported to hospital with serious injuries. Three other individuals sustained minor injuries.

Lin-zee JENSEN-GIESBRECHT, age 41, from Quinte West, was charged with the following offences:

·        Dangerous Operation causing bodily harm

·        Dangerous operation

·        Drive left of centre – approaching crest of grade

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on July 24, 2025

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Bruce Mines OPP Police Press Releases

Criminals Steal/Hoarding Explosives

(BRUCE MINES, ON) – On July 14, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a theft call at a business on Highway 17.

Police are investigating a theft of explosives from Ontario Trap Rock Limited, located at 9630 Highway 17, in Bruce Mines. There is currently no immediate risk to public safety. The OPP is looking for any information relating to the incident.  

Any person with information regarding the theft should immediately contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit information online at: www.saultcrimestoppers.com

You may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

2 Deceased Following Fire

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a residential fire in St-Charles.

On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at approximately 4:00 a.m., the Nipissing West OPP, the St-Charles Fire Department and the French River Fire Department responded to a residential fire on King Street East in St-Charles, where two people have died.

The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing by the Nipissing West OPP Crime Unit, OPP Forensic Identification Services in partnership with members from the Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM). 

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Collingwood OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – TAYLOR & MCNEIL

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, two individuals were arrested and a quantity of items seized after members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a search warrant at a Collingwood residence on July 17, 2025.

Officers from the OPP Community Street Crime Units (CSCU) from the Collingwood and Huronia West Detachments executed the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at an apartment in a multi-unit residential complex in Collingwood.

Two individuals were taken into custody at the scene. Investigators seized approximately 100 grams of suspected cocaine, Canadian currency totaling $1,115, and other items associated with drug trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, Chloe MCNEIL, aged 21, and Shawn TAYLOR aged 25, both of Collingwood, have been charged with the following offences:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine, contrary to Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000, contrary to Section 354(1)(a) of the Criminal Code

Both individuals were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on September 16, 2025.