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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

William MILLER – Drunk Driving

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving on an ATV in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On June 29, 2025, shortly after 9:30 p.m., a Nottawasaga OPP officer was on general patrols when they observed an individual driving an ATV with no helmet or lights on. The officer conducted a traffic stop and met with the driver. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest.  

As a result of the investigation, William MILLER 40-years-old of Tottenham was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Fail to wear proper helmet

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on July 31, 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.

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OPP Parry Sound Police Press Releases

$15,000 Cocaine Bust

(PARRY SOUND, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person with multiple charges including impaired driving and drug trafficking.

On July 3, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m. the West Parry Sound OPP stopped a vehicle on William Street in the Town of Parry Sound for several Highway Traffic Act (HTA) violations. Further investigation revealed the driver to be impaired by drug as well as a large quantity of suspected cocaine with a street value of over $15,000.       

Everett WATKINSON, 37 years-of-age of Parry Sound was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Traffick in schedule I substance- cocaine
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Driving motor vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Possess more than one licence
  • Drive motor vehicle no currently validated permit

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on August 14, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Another From Wasaga Beach Arrested

(WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one individual with impaired driving related charges after an officer stopped a vehicle operated by a prohibited driver.

On July 5, 2025, shortly after 10:00 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers were conducting patrols on 68th Street North in the town of Wasaga Beach. Officers stopped a vehicle after observing the driver to be a prohibited driver. During the interaction, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to an arrest. As a result of the investigation, Jesse PARDON, 39-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·      Adult Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Collingwood on August 5, 2025, to answer to the charges.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information 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.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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Grand Bend OPP Police Press Releases

Caitlin DELEON BRETT – Drunk Driving

(GRAND BEND, ON) – The Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an impaired driver at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint.

On July 4, 2025, shortly after 6:00 p.m., members of the Lambton County OPP conducted a traffic stop to check sobriety of the driver at a RIDE checkpoint on Main Street West, Grand Bend.

As a result of the investigation, Caitlin DELEON BRETT, 34-year-old of Toronto, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Driver – fail to properly wear seat belt
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

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 on September 8, 2025, in the City of Sarnia.

The safety of our community is paramount, and Lambton OPP will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. Traffic safety is everyone’s responsibility.

The Lambton OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Gabriel GARNER – Drunk Driving

(WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving related charges.

On July 6, 2025, shortly after 9:00 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. program at Zoo Park Road and River Road East in Wasaga Beach.

Officers observed a vehicle that had stopped for the R.I.D.E. spot check and after speaking with the driver, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to an arrest. As a result of the investigation, Gabriel GARNER, 54-year-old of Etobicoke, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Collingwood on September 16, 2025, to answer to the charges.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information 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.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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Hamilton OPP Police Press Releases

20 Year Old Deceased Following Collision

(HAMILTON, ON) – Officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Highway Safety Division (HSD) – Burlington Detachment are investigating a two-vehicle collision between a motorcycle and a sedan that resulted in a fatality to the driver of the motorcycle.

At 2:09 p.m. on Monday, July 7, 2025, reports were received of a serious collision involving a sedan and a motorcycle on the westbound 403 highway near the on ramp from the Lincoln Alexander Parkway in Hamilton, Ontario. Emergency services attended the scene and the driver of the motorcycle, a 20-year-old male from Oakville, the lone occupant, was transported to a local hospital with critical injuries and was subsequently declared deceased at the hospital.

The lone occupant of the sedan was not injured and remained on scene.

The OPP-HSD Traffic Support Unit attended to complete a thorough technical/reconstructive motor vehicle investigation of the scene. The highway and various ramps in the area were closed for approximately 4 hours for the collision investigation and cleanup. No charges have been laid and the investigation is ongoing.

Thank you to the public for your patience and assistance with this collision investigation and resulting closure.

If you witnessed or have dashcam or other information related to this collision, please contact the Burlington Detachment of the OPP at 905-681-2511 or 1-888-310-1122 or, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.com.

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Laurentian Valley OPP Police Press Releases

Jean-Michel LAVERGNE – Drunk Driving

(LAURENTIAN VALLEY, ON) – A Township of Laurentian Valley resident is facing a Criminal Code (CC) impaired driving charge after the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single vehicle collision at a local restaurant.

In the early morning hours of July 8, 2025, members of the UOV OPP responded to a single vehicle collision after it was reported that a vehicle had driven into a restaurant in the Township of Laurentian Valley. The driver was arrested by police at the scene and transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result of the incident 39-year-old Jean-Michel LAVERGNE has been charged with operation while impaired – alcohol.

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 3 days. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on July 29, 2025.

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OPP Petawawa Police Press Releases

Linda STGERMAIN Was Arrested Again

(PETAWAWA, ON) – A City of Greater Sudbury resident is facing Criminal Code (CC) impaired driving charges after the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received numerous driving complaints for a possible impaired driver.

On the afternoon of July 5, 2025, members of the UOV OPP responded to a report of a possible impaired driver in the Town of Petawawa. Police located the vehicle and the driver on Winston Avenue. The driver was transported to the detachment where readings in excess of two and a half times the legal blood alcohol limit were obtained.

As a result of the incident 42-year-old Linda STGERMAIN has been charged with the following CC and Provincial Offences Act (POA) offences:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Breach of probation order (POA)

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on July 24, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Ian DOUCETTE Was Arrested

(SUDBURY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver with impaired driving offences after a traffic stop at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) initiative.

On Monday June 30, 2025, at approximately 10:35 p.m., members from the Nipissing West Detachment (Sudbury) and Sudbury Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (T.I.M.E) of the OPP were conducting a R.I.D.E. initiative at the intersection of Region Road 90 (also known as Garson Coniston Road) and Highway 17, Sudbury.

One driver was arrested for impaired driving by drugs. As a result of the investigation, Ian DOUCETTE, 34 years-of-age, from Markham, was charged with, operation while impaired – drugs and drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Wednesday July 23, 2025, in Sudbury.

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 see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

FFS! More Impaired Drivers Arrested #SickOfIt

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – Members of the Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) laid charges for three separate impaired driving investigations over the weekend.

On Saturday, July 5, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., officers were conducting a RIDE program on Loyalist Parkway, where a suspended driver was arrested for being impaired. The driver was subsequently transported to detachment for further testing.

Alyssia PRESSICK, age 34, from Quinte West, was charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Novice Driver – B.A.C above zero

At the same RIDE program, shortly after 8:00 p.m., officers utilized an Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

Courtney POTHIERS, age 31, from Toronto, was charged with the following offences:

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

On Sunday, July 6, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., officers were conducting another RIDE program on Loyalist Parkway where an ASD was utilized, resulting in the driver being arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

Michael CAMPBELL, age 35, from Prince Edward County, was charged with the following offences:

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

All the accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville at a future date. Additionally, the vehicles they were operating were impounded for seven days, and their licenses were suspended for 90 days.

So far in 2025, Quinte West OPP have arrested and charged 82 individuals for impaired driving.

The financial cost of impaired driving in Ontario can range from $20,000 to $40,000 over a three or four-year period for a first-time conviction. This includes immediate penalties like fines and vehicle impoundment, as well as long-term expenses such as increased insurance premiums and the cost of mandatory programs like ignition interlock. 

A breakdown of the costs:

Immediate Costs:

  • Fines: A minimum fine of $1,000 for a first offense, and potentially higher for subsequent offenses. 
  • Licence Suspension: A 90-day administrative license suspension for a first offense, and a one-year post-conviction license suspension (reduced to 3 or 6 months in some cases). 
  • Vehicle Impoundment: 7-day administrative vehicle impoundment for a first offense, followed by a minimum of 45-day impoundment after conviction. 
  • Administrative Penalties: $550 administrative penalty, $281 license reinstatement fee. 
  • Impoundment Fees: A minimum of $1,800+ for impoundment fees. 
  • Legal Fees: $3,500 – $4,000 for a plea or withdrawal, and $6,000+ for a trial
  • This doesn’t not include the cost of interlock installed and removed from your vehicle and the increased cost of insurance premiums, if you are even able to get insurance.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Joshua FAVARO Was Arrested

(SUDBURY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver with impaired driving offences after stopping a vehicle for speeding.

On Tuesday July 1, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., the Sudbury Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (T.I.M.E) of the OPP conducted a traffic stop with a vehicle travelling over the posted speed limit of 50 kilometres and hour (km/h) on Region Road 90 (also known as Garson Coniston Road), Sudbury

The driver was arrested for impaired driving and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Joshua FAVARO, 28 years-of-age, from Sudbury, was charged with, operation while impaired – alcohol and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Wednesday July 30, 2025, in Sudbury.

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 see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

22 Year Old DUCK Arrested For Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Shelburne resident with impaired driving-related offences following a traffic stop.

On June 30, 2025, shortly after 1:00 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were on general patrol in the area of County Road 11 in the Township of Amaranth when they observed a vehicle having difficulty maintaining its lane. A traffic stop was conducted, and during the interaction with the male driver, officers noted signs of impairment, prompting them to begin an impaired driving investigation.

Maxwell DUCK, a 22-year-old male, from Shelburne has been charged with:

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

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

•      Young driver – B.A.C. above zero

•      Fail to surrender insurance card

•      No mudguards

•      Improper tires

•      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

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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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

22 Year Old From Kincardine Arrested

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On June 14, 2025, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of an alleged assault at a business location in Kincardine.

Officers attended and took information from the complainant, alleging they had been assaulted by a store employee. Further investigation and review of security camera footage showed that an assault never occurred, and the complainant had stolen from the business.

Aanchal PATEL, 22-years-old, of the Municipality of Kincardine has been charged with:

  • Public mischief, CC 14(1)(a)
  • Theft under $5000, CC 334(b)

The accused is set to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Walkerton on August 27, 2025, 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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OPP Police Press Releases

Patrick ARMITAGE Facing Numerous Charges

(FRONT OF YONGE TWP, ON) – A boater on Graham Lake, southeast of Athens, has been charged with impaired operation.

On Saturday, July 5, 2025, shortly before 2:30 p.m., officers with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Snow Vehicle, All terrain Vehicle, Vessel Enforcement / Education (SAVE) team were conducting marine patrols when they stopped a small boat for a safety check.

It was noted that there were two people onboard but only one life jacket. Officers then spotted open alcohol in the boat and a further check located additional alcohol.

An approved alcohol screening device was utilized, and the boat was escorted back to shore. The boat operator was transported to the Kingston Police office for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Patrick ARMITAGE, age 42 of Mallorytown, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operating a boat with an open container of liquor
  • Operating a pleasure craft without a life jacket for each person onboard
  • Failure to have proof of competency onboard a pleasure craft
  • Possession of unmarked cigarettes

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on August 8, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence was immediately suspended for 90 days.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce

Collision Near Teeswater

(SOUTH BRUCE, ON) – On July 5, 2025, at approximately 10:07 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision along Concession 4, East of Teeswater in the Municipality of South Bruce.

Officers attended the location with South Bruce Fire Rescue and Bruce County Paramedic Services. Investigation revealed that an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) was struck by a passenger vehicle, the operator was ejected. The operator was transported to a local hospital and treated for minor injuries. The roadway was closed for a short period of time.

The ATV operator, a 56-year-old resident of South Bruce was charged with:

  • Fail to yield from driveway, HTA 139(1)
  • Driver – no helmet, HTAReg 316 19(1)

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.