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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicle Recovered – 2 Arrested

(BLIND RIVER, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested two people in a stolen vehicle.

On June 25, 2025, at approximately 4:00 p.m., officers were on general patrol, Highway 17 Blind River, when they received stolen vehicle notification from the Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR). This alert was in relation to an east bound grey Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV).

A short time later, a strategic stop involving multiple police vehicles was safely and effectively executed. The driver and passenger were subsequently arrested and numerous property items were seized. Some of those items included over 27 grams of suspected cocaine, an imitation handgun, drug paraphernalia, digital scale, dimes bags, homemade bong, and numerous cell phones.  

Jason CHORNYJ, 47-years-old, from Aweres Township, was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime – over $5000
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Traffick in Schedule I substance – Cocaine
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Failure to comply with Undertaking

Arreal REED, 35-years-old, from Sault Ste. Marie, was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime – over $5000
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Traffick in Schedule I substance – Cocaine
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm

Both accused persons were scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on June 26, 2025.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid multiple impaired driving charges since June 21, 2025

On June 21, 2025, at approximately 4:08 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on a Off-road vehicle for an Off-Road Vehicle act offence on Alvar Road. Through investigation the driver was charged with Impaired driving offences. 

Dayan WORSLEY, 33-year-old of Cameron, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Fail to wear proper helmet
  • Fail to surrender evidence of insurance
  • Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

On June 22, 2025, at approximately 10:58 a.m., officers were conducting a RIDE program on Monck Road. A driver had approached the officers and through investigation the driver was charged with Impaired driving offences. 

Daniel MCLELLAN, 40-year-old of Mount Albert, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance

On June 23, 2025, at approximately 1:33 p.m., officers attended a motor vehicle collision after reports of a possible impaired driver on County Road 41. Through investigation the driver was charged with Impaired driving offences.

Ciji CAMPBELL, 39-year-old of Scarborough, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
  • Driver fail to surrender licence

All are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date.

All received a 90 day licence suspension and their vehicles have been impounded for 7 days.   

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.

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Grand Bend OPP Police Press Releases

Tonia LANGILLE – Drunk Driving

(GRAND BEND, ON) – One individual has been charged with impaired driving following a traffic stop in Grand Bend.

On June 21, 2025, at approximately 5:15 p.m., while conducting bicycle patrol, a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Queens Avenue in Grand Bend.

As a result of the investigation, Tonia LANGILLE, 26-year-old of Grand Bend, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

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 22, 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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OPP Police Press Releases Springwater

Prasanth MAHENDRARAJAH – Impaired Driving

(SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving related charges because of a traffic tip.

On June 25, 2025, shortly after 8:00 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a traffic tip of a possible impaired driver in Springwater Township.

Officers were able to locate the vehicle on Horseshoe Valley Road West. 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, Prasanth MAHENDRARAJAH, 33-year-old of Ajax, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·      Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Collingwood on July 22, 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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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

John RYDER Was Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Melancthon resident with impaired driving-related offences following a motor vehicle collision.

On June 24, 2025, shortly before 10:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a radio call reporting a fail-to-remain motor vehicle collision in the area of Main Street in the Town of Shelburne.

Officers located the vehicle and driver shortly thereafter. During their interaction with the male driver, they observed signs of impairment, leading them to initiate an impaired driving investigation.

John RYDER, a 55-year-old male, from Melancthon Township has been charged with:

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

•      Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

•      Failure to stop after accident

•      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

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

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.

Members of the Dufferin 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 suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

2kg Cocaine Bust

(Orillia, ON) – Officers from the Orillia Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two individuals in connection with a drug trafficking investigation and executed search warrants at a residence.

In May 2025, members of the Orillia Detachment CSCU launched an investigation into an individual suspected of trafficking drugs in Simcoe County. On June 26, 2025, officers from the Orillia CSCU and the Community Mobilization Unit arrested two individuals in Simcoe County and executed search warrants at the suspects’ residence.

Police seized the following items:    

  •  2250grams of Cocaine
  •  $17,500 Canadian Currency
  • 2023 Mercedes C53 AMG
  • Drug packaging materials
  • Cellular devices

As a result of the investigation Justine MOHAMMED (29) of Concord and DeAndre WRIGHT(24) of Etobicoke have both been charged with the following:

  • CC 354(1)(a) – Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • CDSA 5(2) – Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

The first accused was held pending a bail hearing on June 26, 2025 at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie and the second accused was released with a future court date.

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also 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 $2,000.00.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Jesse MORGAN – Impaired Operation

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

On June 15, 2025, shortly before 1:00 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a radio call reporting a suspicious vehicle parked in a private driveway near Main Street in the Village of Horning’s Mills, Township of Melancthon.

Officers arrived on scene and, during their interaction with the male driver, observed signs of impairment. They subsequently initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Jesse MORGAN, a 30-year-old male, from Wasaga Beach has been charged with:

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

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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.

Members of the Dufferin 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 suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

41 Year Old From Huron-Kinloss Arrested

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On June 25, 2025, at approximately 3:24 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a disturbance at a campsite along Jordan Road, Municipality of Kincardine.

Police attended and learned that a dispute had taken place between two individuals; one of which had then operated a motor vehicle. In speaking with the individual, the investigating officer detected signs of impairment. They were taken into custody and transported for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, a 41-year-old resident of Huron-Kinloss, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired, CC 320.14(1)(a)
  • Refusal to comply with demand, CC 320.15(1)
  • Uttering threats, CC 264.1(1)(a)
  • Take motor vehicle without consent, CC 335(1)

The accused is set to appear on July 16, 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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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Break & Enter In Mount Forest

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) -The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating a break and enter / theft. Suspect unknown at this time and police are seeking assistance from the public.

On June 25, 2025, at approximately 7:00 a.m., the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to a report of a break and enter / theft which occurred at a local business on Main Street North with Mount Forest.

It was determined that on June 25, 2025, at approximately 12:30 a.m., an unidentified suspect cut a hole through a wall of a business, granting access to the interior. The suspect took cash from the register and an entire safe, before fleeing the scene in an unknown direction.

The suspect was described as:

-Believed to be male

-Dressed all in black

-Wearing a dark coloured backpack

The estimated value of the stolen property, and cost of the repairs is unknown at this time.

The investigation is continuing.

We are urging the public to come forward with any information in relation to this matter; including any dash camera or door cam footage through the area around the time of the occurrence.

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

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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OPP Police Press Releases Seguin

Darren KINLOCH – Impaired Driving

(SEGUIN, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid impaired driving charges after Stopping a vehicle for speeding.

On June 24, 2025, at approximately 10:00 a.m. the West Parry Sound OPP were conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 400 in Seguin Township. A vehicle was stopped for speeding and after speaking with the driver police initiated an impaired driving investigation.   

Darren KINLOCH 38 years-of-age of Parry Sound was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration
  • Operation while impaired – drug
  • Speeding

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on July 31, 2025. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Do You Recognize This Vehicle?

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have identified a vehicle of interest and continue to investigate an oil spill in a stormwater pond in Bolton.

Investigators from the Caledon OPP continue to work alongside the Town of Caledon and the Ministry of Environment, Conservation, and Parks, to investigate an oil spill in a stormwater pond in the area of Coleraine Drive and George Bolton Parkway.

The site has been secured, and the oil spill has been contained to the stormwater pond. At this time, investigators are unable to confirm the cause of the oil spill.

Investigators have identified a vehicle of interest and are encouraging the driver, any passengers, or anybody with information about this vehicle to come forward and speak with investigators regarding this incident.

Residents can expect to see an increased volume of traffic in the area. As the investigation continues, the Caledon OPP is encouraging residents to avoid the area until the situation is resolved.

Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

Anyone who may have information regarding the oil spill is asked to contact Caledon OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 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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Bluewater OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Arrested Following Assault

(BLUEWATER, ON) – On Sunday, June 8th, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a report of an earlier assault in the Municipality of Bluewater.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed criminal offences on another person.

The suspect was located and arrested on June 13th, and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

Kevin MONTEITH, 46 years-of-age from Bluewater has been charged with:

–      Assault with a Weapon,

–      Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm,

–      Fail to Comply with Probation.

The accused was processed, held for a bail hearing, and remanded into custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122, or 911 in an emergency.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a secure web tip at P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Parry Sound Police Press Releases

PATEL Arrested For Drunk Driving

(PARRY SOUND, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid an impaired driving charge after receiving a complaint from the public.

On June 25, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m. the West Parry Sound OPP were dispatched to a report of a possible impaired driver after witnesses observed a driver with open alcohol containers in the vehicle on Isabella Street in the Town of Parry Sound. Police located the vehicle in a parking lot and initiated an investigation. 

Kirteshkumar PATEL, 46 years-of-age of Parry Sound was charged with:

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

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on July 31, 2025. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

35 Year Old From South Huron Arrested

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a South Huron resident with a criminal driving offence following a traffic stop in the Municipality of South Huron on June 14th, 2025. 

Just before 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 14, 2025, Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in South Huron for a traffic violation. Officers spoke to the driver and determined that they were prohibited from driving as their vehicle was not equipped with an ignition interlock device.

The accused was charged as follows:

Paul SHAW, 35 years-of-age from South Huron has been charged with:

–      Operation while Prohibited.

The vehicle involved was towed and impounded for 45 days.

The accused was additionally charged with two offences found in the Highway Traffic Act.

The accused was later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on July 28th, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

Arson Arrest – Ronald EBY

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – – The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual in connection with two suspicious structure fires in the Town of South Bruce Peninsula.

At approximately 1:12 a.m. on June 25, 2025, emergency services responded to a structure fire along Bruce Road 13 in Oliphant. Upon arrival, police and fire crews found a wooden outbuilding fully engulfed in flames. No individuals were located inside the structure. Bruce Road 13 was temporarily closed at Spry Lake Road to allow emergency vehicles safe access to the scene.

Police also responded to a previous structure fire in the same area on June 15, 2025. No injuries were reported in either incident.

Ronald EBY, 39-years-old, of no fixed address, has been arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Arson – (two counts)

The charges relate to both structure fires. The accused is being held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound.

Anyone with further information is asked to contact the Grey Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web tip at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.