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South Porcupine

One Dead – Gurukaran Singh AUJLA Arrested

(SOUTH PORCUPINE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has concluded its investigation following a fatal collision and has charged one person.

On Monday, September 29, 2025, at approximately 7:30 a.m., the South Porcupine OPP responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 101, Whitney Township in Porcupine.

A 69-year-old person from Iroquois Falls was transported by ambulance to a hospital where they died.

As a result, Gurukaran Singh AUJLA, 20 years of age, of Schumacher has been arrested and charged with careless driving causing death.

The accused was released following a bail hearing and is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Timmins on February 26, 2026.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Jatinder SANDHU, Tejvinder Singh & Anahat VIRK Were Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three individuals with operation while impaired offences within five hours.

On January 28, 2026, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Caledon OPP officers responded to a call for service involving a possibly impaired driver. Shortly after, officers located the vehicle on Mayfield Road, near Hurontario Street, in the Town of Caledon. Investigating officers conducted a traffic stop upon the vehicle and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

Following the investigation, Jatinder SANDHU, 53, of Caledon, was charged with:

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

The following day, on January 29, 2026, at approximately 1:15 a.m., while on general patrol, Caledon OPP officers observed a vehicle displaying poor driving behaviour on Mayfield Road, near Airport Road, in the Town of Caledon. Officers conducted a traffic stop upon the vehicle and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, Tejvinder Singh, 25, of Tottenham, was charged with:

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

Just minutes later, at approximately 1:20 a.m., while on general patrol, Caledon OPP officers observed a vehicle stopped on the roadway in the area of Innis Lake Road and Castlederg Sideroad, in the Town of Caledon. Investigating officers conducted a traffic stop upon the vehicle and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result, Anahat VIRK, 24, of Caledon, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

All accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville in March 2026 to answer to their charges. The involved vehicles were also impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licences were suspended for a period of 90 days.

Drivers continue to take chances. It’s simply not worth the risk. Motorists are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when 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.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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Clarence-Rockland OPP Police Press Releases Russell

Joseph Godin, Peter Soja & Jean-Paul Gaudreau Were Arrested

(CLARENCE-ROCKLAND, RUSSELL TWP & THE NATION, ON) – Members of the Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested three people for impaired driving charges.

On Friday, January 23, at approximately 5:20 p.m., officers received a call for a collision in the parking lot of a local business. Upon arrival on scene officers observed that a pick-up truck had collided with numerous vehicles in the lot. During the investigation, the driver was arrested for impaired operation and brought back to detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, 74-year-old, Joseph Godin, of Clarence-Rockland, Ontario, was charged under the Criminal Code (CC) with:

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

The motorist received a 90-day driver’s licence suspension, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

On Saturday, January 24, at 10:10 p.m., officers on patrol conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle. During the investigation, an Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver failed the test and was brought back to detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, 39-year-old, Peter Soja, of Russell Twp, Ontario was charged under the Criminal Code (CC) with:

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

The motorist received a 90-day driver’s licence suspension, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

Lastly, on Sunday, February 1, at approximately 03:15 a.m., officers responded to a report of a collision involving a snowmobile on an OFSC trail in The Nation Twp.

Officers attended the scene and during the investigation the driver was arrested for Impaired operation back to detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, 46-year-old, Jean-Paul Gaudreau, of Clarence-Rockland, Ontario was charged under the Criminal Code (CC) with:

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

They received a 90-day driver’s licence suspension, and the snowmobile was impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

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Mount Forest OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Rebecca BALM Arrested Following Incident In Mount Forest

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – An individual has been charged following an incident in Mount Forest.

On January 31, 2026, at approximately 3:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of an altercation at an address in Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, Rebecca BALM, a 34-year-old from Mount Forest, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm
  • Failure to comply with Undertaking

While in police custody, the accused acquired further Criminal Code charges:

  • Attempt obstruct justice
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property

The accused was held in police custody for a bail hearing and later released to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on a later date.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

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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Oakville OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

Anthony STEFAN – Drunk Driving

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – An Oakville driver has been charged following a collision.

On January 30, 2026, at approximately 8:45 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 6 and Wellington Road 22, outside of Fergus.

As a result of the investigation, Anthony STEFAN, a 37-year-old from Oakville, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

No injuries were sustained as a result of this collision.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day vehicle impoundment were initiated as per statute.

The accused was held in police custody for a bail hearing and has since been remanded to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on a future date.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. 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 or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Barrie Essa Police Press Releases

Andre PEPIN – Drunk Driving

(ESSA TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one individual with impaired driving following a complaint of a possible impaired driver.

On January 31, 2026, shortly before 6:00 p.m., officers responded to a report of a possible impaired driver who had driven into a residential yard on County Road 90 in Essa Township. Officers located the involved vehicle and the driver, and an impaired driving investigation was subsequently conducted.

As a result, the driver, Andre PEPIN, a 68-year-old resident of Barrie, was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on March 12, 2026. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, please call 9-1-1 immediately. 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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Palmerston Wellington

Mount Forest Drug Bust – Name Released

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Palmerston driver is charged following a traffic stop in Mount Forest.

On February 1, 2026, at approximately 7:45 p.m., a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Traffic Management Unit was conducting proactive traffic enforcement on Egremont Street North in Mount Forest, when they observed a vehicle displaying concerning driving behaviour.

As a result of the investigation, Erik FRIEDEL, a 71-year-old from Palmerston, is charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

Police seized suspected methamphetamine, cash and indicia related to drug trafficking.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on April 21, 2026.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. 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 or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Brant Police Press Releases Port Dover

Mykel STEEVES – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – A driver is facing impaired charges after police were called to a single motor vehicle collision.

On Sunday, February 1, 2026, at approximately 5:49 a.m., Brant County OPP were called to Maple Avenue North between Third Concession Road and Second Concession Road to investigate a single motor vehicle collision in the County of Brant.

Police charged 37-year-old, Mykel STEEVES of Port Dover with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration Over 80

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of Justice in Brantford on February 13th, 2026.

The OPP continues to prioritize road safety through proactive enforcement and public education. Impaired driving-whether by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of serious collisions and fatalities on Ontario roadways.

Anyone who suspects impaired driving is urged to call 9-1-1 immediately. Your actions could save lives.

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Police Cruiser Struck – 18 Year Old Facing Impaired Charge

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid impaired driving related charges against an individual from Ottawa after his vehicle struck the back of an OPP cruiser.

Shortly before 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, February 1, 2026, OPP were attending to a collision on Highway 417 westbound near Metcalfe Street. The officer observed a vehicle travelling towards the collision area at a high rate of speed. Both the officer and the individual from the collision jumped into the cruiser for safety before being struck by the other vehicle. Thankfully, nobody was hurt. Police suspected the driver of the vehicle that struck the police cruiser to be under the influence of alcohol. 

As a result, Tyler Wilson, 18 years of age from Ottawa faces the following charges:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Young person – B.A.C above Zero
  • Fail to move over for emergency vehicle or tow truck – if safe to do
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with unsealed container of liquor

The accused had their licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded for 14 days. The accused is set to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa at a later date.

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Hearst OPP Police Press Releases

3 Dead Following Collision

(MCCOIG TOWNSHIP, ON) – Three people have been pronounced deceased following a collision between a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) and a passenger vehicle on Highway 11 west of Hearst.

On Saturday, January 31, 2026, at approximately 6.00 p.m., officers from James Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a collision on Highway 11 near Highway 631, west of Hearst.

A 36-year-old male from Kenora, a 36-year-old female from Greenstone, and a 57-year-old male from Constance Lake were pronounced deceased at the scene. No other injuries were reported.

Highway 11 is currently closed in both directions between Highway 631 west of Hearst and Highway 625 near Longlac is closed for investigation, with assistance from OPP Technical Collision Investigators and a Reconstructionist.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage from the area at the time of the incident is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Nipigon OPP Police Press Releases

Dogs Left In Car Results In Repeat Offender Facing Animal Cruelty Charges

(NIPIGON, ON) – On January 31, 2026, at approximately 2:00 a.m., members of the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received information that an individual may be breaching court‑ordered release conditions.

During the investigation, officers located two short‑haired boxer‑breed dogs inside an unheated vehicle. At the time, the outside temperature was approximately -18°C, police determined the dogs had been left in the vehicle for more than two hours.

The suspect was later located at a residence they had been ordered by the court not to attend.

As a result, Mackenzie Loyst, 25 years of age, of no fixed address, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Cruelty to Animals – Causing Unnecessary Pain, Suffering or Injury, contrary to section 445.1(1)(a)
  • Two counts of Failure to Comply with a Release Order (two counts), contrary to section 145(5)(a)

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

The dogs are being cared for by a local resident. Both dogs appeared un harmed.

If you have any information that can assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you have any information regarding animal neglect or abuse you can also call the Ontario Animal Protection Call Centre (OAPCC) at 1-833-9-ANIMAL , available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

2 Dead Following Collision

(MCNAB/BRAESIDE, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a two-vehicle collision that resulted in two fatalities on Highway 17.

On Saturday, January 31, 2026, shortly after 1:00 p.m. officers responded to reports of a head-on collision involving a pickup truck and another passenger vehicle on Highway 17 between Anderson Road and McCallum Drive, in the Township of McNab/Braeside.

Both the drivers, a 55-year-old male from Renfrew and a 71-year-old male from Ottawa were pronounced deceased.

Highway 17 will remain closed between Anderson Road and Goshen Road for several hours for the ongoing investigation.

 Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage from the area at the time of the incident is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Area OPP OPP Perth East Police Press Releases Sauble Beach

83 Year Old Deceased Following Collision

(PERTH EAST, ON) – One person is deceased and four others were injured following a collision involving two motor vehicles in the Municipality of the Town of South Bruce Peninsula.

On January 31, 2026, shortly after 1:00 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with South Bruce Fire Department, Grey County EMS and Bruce County EMS responded to a two-vehicle collision on Sauble Falls Parkway near Sixth Street North in the community of Sauble Beach.

An 83-year-old male was pronounced deceased in hospital following transport, while another passenger sustained life-threatening injuries and has been airlifted by ORNGE Air Ambulance to a local trauma centre. Three other passengers are being treated at local hospitals for non-life threatening injuries.

Sauble Falls Parkway between Sixth Street North and Sauble Falls Road remains closed as members OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) assist the Grey Bruce County OPP with investigating the collision.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Zorra

14 Year Old Deceased Following Collision

(ZORRA, ON) – The Oxford County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a two-vehicle collision which resulted in a fatality on Road 92 in Zorra Township. 

On Saturday, January 31, 2026, shortly after 10:30 a.m., OPP officers and emergency services responded to the reports of a two-vehicle collision involving a snowmobile and a pickup truck on Road 92 and 23rd Line in Zorra Township, Oxford County. 

The snowmobile operator, a 14-year-old was transported to hospital and later pronounced deceased. No other injuries were reported as a result of the collision. 

Road 92 will remain closed between 19th line and 23rd line for several hours for the ongoing investigation. 

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage from the area at the time of the incident is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca. 

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Free Press North Huron WFP Wingham

Rebel News to Cover Citizens Taking Back Their Country — Arrests Expected (Again)

(WINGHAM, North Huron, ON) — Groundhog Day, Feb. 2 is shaping up to be less six more weeks of winter and more six more minutes before someone’s cuffed as Rebel News confirms it’s coming to Wingham to cover citizens standing up to what locals describe as a corrupt and overreaching town hall.

In a rare moment of unity, bookmakers report they cannot establish a betting pool on whether arrests will occur — because 100% of bettors believe they will. With nobody willing to bet against arrests, the only odds available are 1:1, which even Vegas refuses to touch.

Residents say they plan to peacefully ignore Reeve Paul Heffer’s illegal demands, show up, sit quietly, and let the town’s biggest bully do what bullies do best: overreact in public.

“It’s the same movie every meeting,” said one observer. “The only thing that changes is who’s holding the camera when the credits roll.”

The ‘Grumpy Grandpas’ — a growing group of regular attendees whose crime appears to be existing while curious — are expected to attend alongside independent press and first-timers who have finally had enough of questions being banned, cameras outlawed, and citizens treated like naughty schoolchildren in a former school building.

Rebel News crew(s) are expected on scene early. Anyone willing to be interviewed should arrive around 5:30 p.m. at 271 Frances Street, Wingham, Ontario, to ensure their side of the story is captured before the predictable plot twist.

Organizers recommend attendees:

  • Bring a jacket
  • Bring a phone (even if you’re told not to look at it)
  • Bring your own bail money (just in case)

The meeting starts at 6:00 p.m., but history suggests the action may start sooner.

Citizens say this isn’t about causing trouble — it’s about ending it. It’s about the right to:

  • ask questions
  • record public meetings
  • assemble peacefully
  • and remind town hall who actually works for whom

As one resident put it, “If sitting quietly in a chair gets you arrested, maybe the problem isn’t the chair.”

Whether this Groundhog Day brings accountability or just another loop of the same nonsense remains to be seen. One thing is certain: Wingham will not be in the shadows — and the cameras will be rolling.

Show up. Sit down. Smile for Rebel News.