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Frontenac Islands

Body Discovered Under Dock

(FRONTENAC ISLANDS, ON) – The Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently investigating the discovery of a body at the ferry dock located on Hitchcock Street on Wolfe Island.

On Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 12:30 p.m., Leeds OPP received reports of a missing 70 year-old individual who was last seen at the ferry dock on June 27, 2025. While officers were enroute to the location, the OPP received additional reports that a body had been located under the dock.

The deceased was identified as the missing person. Their identity will not be released to safeguard the privacy of the grieving family. A postmortem examination will be conducted. Leeds OPP is continuing their investigation in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner, with the assistance of the OPP Forensics Identification Services.

If you have any information that could assist the investigation, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident E250840695.

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London OPP Police Press Releases

Homicide In Strathroy

(LONDON, ON) – The Strathroy-Caradoc Police Service (SCPS), with the assistance of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Sarnia Police Service, is investigating a homicide that occurred in Strathroy on Friday afternoon.

On Friday, June 27, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., SCPS responded to a medical emergency on Ashby Crescent. Upon police arrival, officers located an individual with apparent stab wounds outside of a residence.

Despite life-saving efforts by first responders, Endy MONIZ, 27 years old of Strathroy, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

As a result of the investigation, Joel PERALTA DEL VALLE, 27 years old of Strathroy, is charged with first degree murder, contrary to section 235 (1) of the Criminal Code.

The accused remains in police custody.

There is no threat to public safety.

The investigation remains ongoing by the SCPS under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact SCPS Criminal Investigation Division at 519-245-1250. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Erin OPP Police Press Releases

19 Year Old Deceased – One Arrested

(ERIN, ON) – The Wellington County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police is currently investigating a single-vehicle collision involving a utility task vehicle (UTV) that has left one person deceased.

On Saturday, June 28, 2025, at approximately 12:15 a.m., the OPP responded to reports of a serious collision involving a UTV carrying four passengers that had overturned at the intersection of Sideroad 10 at Eighth Line in Erin.

The deceased has been identified as a 19-year-old male from Burlington. The three other passengers did not suffer any injuries.

On Saturday, June 28, 2025, Julian CONNELL, a 20-year-old of Erin, was charged with:

·        Young driver Blood Alcohol Content above zero

·        Operation causing death

·        Dangerous operation causing death

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Provincial Court of Justice in Guelph on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

The investigation remains ongoing. The OPP is asking anyone with information or dashcam footage of the incident to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.ontariocrimesoppers.ca.

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Buck & Jo’s Win Last Restaurant Standing™

Buck & Jo’s Homemade 6oz “Buck Burger” Wins Last Restaurant Standing: Best Burger 2025 – A Triumph of Flavor and Freedom

Ontario’s beloved Buck & Jo’s has claimed the title of Best Burger 2025 in Last Restaurant Standing with their “Buck Burger”, and it’s no surprise why. Their homemade BBQ’d Buck burger, crafted with care and slow-cooked for maximum smoky flavor, have won over critics and customers alike. Each 6 oz patty is grilled to perfection and topped just the way you like it, all brought together with their signature homemade BBQ sauce—a smoky, sweet, and savory masterpiece.

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But Buck & Jo’s isn’t just famous for its food—it’s a symbol of resilience and freedom. During the COVID-19 pandemic, when many restaurants shuttered under pressure, Buck & Jo’s stood their ground. They refused to comply with what they saw as illegal demands from Huron Perth Public Health, choosing instead to protect the rights of their customers and staff. While others closed, Buck & Jo’s remained open, becoming a beacon of defiance against government overreach.

Their stance turned the small-town eatery into a bucket-list destination for freedom supporters across Canada and even the U.S. Unlike many businesses that enforced segregation policies, Buck & Jo’s welcomed everyone, standing firm in their belief that rights should never be violated—no matter the circumstances.

Buck & Jo’s Buck Burger is more than just a culinary win—it’s a testament to their unwavering principles, incredible burgers, and the loyal Freedom Fighter community that stood by them.

Come for the burger. Stay for the legacy.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Paul COUSINEAU – Drunk Driving

(MIDLAND, ON)- A report of a possible impaired driver on Highway 400 by another motorist to the OPP Communication Centre has led to the investigation of an Orillia resident for impaired driving.

Officers of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded after receiving the report on June 26, 2025 at approximately 1:24 a.m. involving a north bound pick up truck which was located and stopped at the Gibson Lake Road and Highway 400 ramp.

Conversation was had with the driver and an impaired driving investigation was commenced which later concluded at Detachment with 51 year old Paul COUSINEAU of Orillia being charged with the following criminal driving offences.

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

And further with the following Provincial Offences of.

  • Fail to have insurance card
  • Fail to produce permit
  • Driving while under suspension

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on July 10, 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.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Porcupine

Kristina BRAYSHAW – Impaired Operation

(SOUTH PORCUPINE, ON) – One driver was arrested for impaired after collision on Highway 655.

On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, shortly after 4:00 p.m., the South Porcupine Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 655 and Ross Avenue, in Timmins.

As a result of the investigation, one of the drivers, Kristina BRAYSHAW, 31 years-old, of Timmins was arrested and charged with operation while impaired – drugs.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice, in Timmins, on July 10, 2025.

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Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

Arson In Huron-Kinloss – Keith DIETRICH Arrested

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On April 3, 2025, at approximately 10:16 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Lucknow Fire Department, and the Kincardine Fire Department responded to a structure fire at a residential property along Bruce Road 86, Township of Huron-Kinloss. The fire was deemed to be suspicious in nature.

As a result of the investigation, on June 27, 2025, the South Bruce OPP Crime Unit made an arrest in relation to this matter.

Keith DIETRICH, 49-years-old, resident of the City of Toronto, has been charged with:

  • Arson, CC 434
  • Break, enter a place with intent to commit an indictable offence, CC 348(1)(a)
  • Use, deals, acts on forged document, CC 368(1)(a)
  • Theft of electricity or gas, CC 326(1)(a)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on July 16, 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 Orillia Police Press Releases

$2,000,000 Taken In Bank Robberies

(ORILLIA, ON) – Police have laid additional charges in a multi-jurisdictional bank robbery investigation named Project Opal.

Between Thursday, December 8, 2022, and Saturday, March 16, 2024, a series of eight armed bank robberies occurred in jurisdictions policed by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Barrie Police Service, Belleville Police Service, Durham Regional Police Service, Niagara Regional Police Service and York Regional Police. While each police service initially investigated their respective incidents, the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) assumed a coordinating role in August 2023 after investigators identified consistent patterns suggesting the involvement of a single group of suspects.

In each robbery, two or three individuals entered the bank shortly before closing. The suspects wore different disguises in each occurrence and brandished at least one handgun. In the last six robberies, bank employees were bound. Investigators have determined that the group of suspects is responsible for more than $2 million in reported losses across eight banks. The stolen funds have not yet been recovered.

On Friday, June 21, 2024, three suspects were arrested during an attempted robbery in Field, Ontario, by OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit and the OPP Aviation Unit, with support from West Nipissing OPP Crime Unit and CIB. A fourth suspect was arrested on Thursday, September 25, 2024, in Vaughan.

On Friday, June 27, 2025, the OPP charged Roderick NEWMAN, 33 years old of Coburg, with two counts of robbery with restricted or prohibited weapon contrary to section 344(1)(a) of the Criminal Code. These charges are in relation to robberies in Barrie and Newmarket.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Oshawa on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

The fifth suspect, Akeem WILLIAMS, 33 years old of Ajax, remains wanted. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to not approach him and instead contact police immediately.

Previous information, including the b-roll footage, project poster, video and photo of the wanted individual, is located in the Project Opal media kit (opp.ca/news).

This investigation included support from the Centre of Forensic Services and Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC).

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OPP Police Press Releases Selwyn

Jeremy MCMULLEN – Drunk Driving

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired after investigating a vehicle in a ditch call.

On Thursday June 26, 2025, just prior to 8:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers received a call regarding a vehicle that had been abandoned in a ditch on Tindle Bay Road.

Officers arrived on scene and observed the vehicle but there was no driver to be found. Officer’s made effort to contact the registered owner to ensure their well-being but were unsuccessful in reaching them. Officers went back to the vehicle only to have the driver return a short time later. Officers spoke with the driver and determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The individual was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Jeremy MCMULLEN (age 40) of Selwyn, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on July 22, 2025.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Amanda COOK Was Arrested – Details Released

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – One individual has ben charged with impaired driving following a traffic complaint in the Town of Paris.

On June 26, 2025, at 12:09 p.m., members of Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint on William St in the Town of Paris.

As a result of the investigation, Amanda COOK, 37-year-old of Brant County, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Drive while under suspension

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and 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 in the City of Brantford on July 10, 2025.

Brant County OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roadways. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you see or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Aggravated Assault – Matthew HUGHES Arrested

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Muskoka Crime Unit are investigating a serious incident that occurred overnight on May 27, 2025 in Gravenhurst.

On May 27, 2025 just before midnight, Bracebridge OPP officers, along with Muskoka EMS, responded to reports that two people were seriously assaulted in a wooded area west of Muskoka Road South in Gravenhurst. Officers attended and one victim was taken to hospital with serious, non-life-threatening injuries and requires ongoing treatment.

The Muskoka Crime Unit is continuing the investigation and thus far have charged 33-year-old Matthew HUGHES of Armour Township with multiple charges, including Aggravated Assault along with multiple firearms and drug trafficking related offences. The accused is in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on July 8, 2025 to answer to his charges.

The investigation is complex, and police are asking for the public’s assistance with information. Anyone who has information or potential evidence such as home video surveillance footage is asked to call Bracebridge OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Alternately, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800- 222-8477. You can submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com, Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous, and therefore will not have to testify in court.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

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

On June 22, 2025, at approximately 3:30 a.m., Caledon OPP officers responded to a traffic complaint regarding a vehicle displaying poor driving behaviour. Shortly after, officers located the vehicle on Albion Vaughan Road, near Caledon King Townline, 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 drug.

Following the investigation, Donald DRYSDALE, 22, of Alliston, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drug
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available

Later that same day, Caledon OPP officers received a report of a single vehicle collision on Olde Base Line Road, near Kennedy Road, in the Town of Caledon. Shortly after 11:30 p.m., officers arrived on scene and subsequently formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, Lori WOOD, 61, of Caledon, was charged with:

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

The following day, on June 23, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Caledon OPP officers responded to a report of a single vehicle collision on Rolling Hills Lane, near Station Road, in the Town of Caledon. Shortly after, officers arrived on scene and subsequently formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

Following the investigation, James PRICE, 35, of Bolton, was charged with:

  • Fail to surrender licence
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

All accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on July 10, 2025, to answer to their charges. The vehicles were also impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licences were suspended for a period of 90 days.

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.

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Alerts Environment Canada

Risk Of Tornado – Wingham – Blyth – Northern Huron County

Watches

2:41 PM EDT Friday 27 June 2025

Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect for:

  • Wingham – Blyth – Northern Huron County

Conditions are favourable for the development of dangerous thunderstorms that may be capable of producing damaging wind gusts and heavy rain.

Hazards: Wind gusts of 90 to 110 km/h

Heavy rainfall Risk of a tornado

When: Late this afternoon through this evening. Utility outages are possible.

Be prepared for severe weather. If threatening weather approaches, take cover in a basement or interior room. If outside, protect yourself from flying debris and hail.

When thunder roars, go indoors! Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year. Secure loose objects. Emergency Management Ontario recommends that you take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.

Heavy rain can cause flash flooding and significant reductions to visibility. Strong wind gusts can damage trees, buildings and overturn vehicles. Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms capable of producing damaging hail, wind or rain.

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Lambton Shores OPP Police Press Releases

18 Year Old Arrested For Drunk Driving

(LAMBTON SHORES, ON) – One individual has been charged with impaired driving following a traffic stop in the Municipality of Lambton Shores.

On June 25, 2025, at 10:15 p.m., while conducting general patrol, a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Lakeshore Road, near Ipperwash Road.

As a result of the investigation, Ty DOUGLAS, 18-year-old of Lambton Shores, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code, the Highway Traffic Act, and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive without proper rear light – motor vehicle
  • Fail to surrender insurance card

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and 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 in the City of Sarnia on July 21, 2025.

The Lambton County OPP remains committed to taking impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher TAVARES Arrested Again After Serious Of Break & Enters

(LEAMINGTON, ON)- Members of theEssex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) have made an arrest after investigating a series of reported break and enters at bunkhouses in the Municipality of Leamington and the Town of Kingsville.

The individual has been arrested and charged in relation to 12 Break and Enters reported between April 4 and June 25, 2025. 

On June 25, 2025, at approximately 2:40 p.m., CSCU members were actively investigating the Break and Enters in Leamington when they observed the individual attempting to flee the scene of the latest Break and Enter.

As a result, Christopher TAVARES, 35 years-of of Leamington has been charged with:

  • Fail to comply – Probation (12 Counts)
  • Break, Enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence (12 Counts)
  • Mischief Under $5,000 (Four Counts)
  • Use of Credit Card (Three counts)
  • Possession of break in instruments

The accused was held pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor.

These incidents remain under investigation.

If anyone has any information regarding these incidents, they are being asked to contact the Leamington OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.