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London OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Robert Gratton Facing Numerous Charges

(TILLSONBURG, ON) – An individual from London is facing multiple charges stemming from a report of a stolen vehicle, that was recovered in Norfolk County.

On October 15, 2025, at approximately 12:00 a.m., members of the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to Broadway Road in the Town of Tillsonburg to a report of a stolen vehicle. Police later received a report of a vehicle that matched the description driving erratically.

The vehicle was located Brant County near Maple Grove and Highway 24, where Brant OPP detachment members attempted to stop the vehicle, however the vehicle fled and failed to stop.

The vehicle was later located on McDowell Road in Simcoe. Norfolk OPP detachment members, with the assistance of the vehicles telematics system, were able to safely stop the vehicle. The driver was subsequently taken into custody.

Robert Gratton, 50-years-old, of London, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while Impaired – Drugs

·      Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Dangerous Operation

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·      Flight from peace officer

·      Theft of motor vehicle

·      Possession Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

Also seized was approximately 3 grams of suspected Methamphetamine.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) was initiated as per statute.

The accused was held for a bail hearing and has since been remanded into custody.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

OPP Claim Assaulted During Arrest – No Injuries #FilmThePolice #FTP

(TILLSONBURG, ON) – The Oxford Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual with multiple offences after being dispatched to a disturbance at an address in the Town of Tillsonburg.

On October 11, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., members of the Oxford OPP detachment were dispatched to a disturbance at an address of Trailview Drive, in the Town of Tillsonburg.

Officers attended and formed grounds to arrest the subject of the complaint. While being arrested, the accused assaulted multiple OPP officers. The officers did not sustain injuries. There were no other injuries reported.

Landon Duckworth, 23-years-old, of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:

  • Assault a Peace Officer
  • Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm
  • Mischief under $5,000
  • Being intoxicated in public place

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on November 18, 2025.

If you have any information that can assist with the investigation, please contact Oxford OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Arnprior OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Home Invasion – Christopher HOUSTON Arrested

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person following a break and enter call for service.

On Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., Renfrew OPP officers responded to a break and enter call for service, after the fact, in the Town of Arnprior.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher HOUSTON age 31 of Arnprior was charged with:

–      Mischief- destroys or damages property 

–      Break, enter a place- commit indictable offence

–      Theft under $5000

–      Failure to comply with release order

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Thann CHUDAUDON Was Arrested!

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two people after responding to multiple impaired driving incidents this past week.

On Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at approximately 11:10 p.m., Renfrew OPP officers were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E) occurrence in the Town of Arnprior.   

As a result of the R.I.D.E initiative, Thann CHUDAUDON age 45 of Arnprior was charged with:

–      Operation while impaired- alcohol

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

The accused was released and scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on November 26, 2025.

On Saturday, October 18, 2025, at approximately 8:45 p.m., Renfrew OPP officers responded to a motor vehicle collision in McNab/Braeside Township. 

As a result of the investigation, Collin DESPRES age 42 of Arnprior was charged with:

–      Operation while impaired- alcohol

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

–      Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code  

The accused was released and scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on November 12, 2025.

On Sunday, October 19, 2025, at approximately 7:20 p.m., Renfrew OPP officers responded to a single motor vehicle collision in McNab/Braeside Township. 

As a result of the investigation, Emily BABCOCK age 29 of Horton Township was charged with:

–      Operation while impaired- alcohol

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

The accused was released and scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on November 19, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licences have been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Harrow Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Peter VIZZACCARO Was Arrested For Assault

(HARROW, ON) – On Sunday September 14th, 2025, members of the Essex Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment responded to a report of an assault at the Harrow Arena on Mcaffee Street in the Community of Harrow in the Town of Essex.

Investigators learned that an altercation occurred in the lobby of the arena. One individual was assaulted and sustained minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, on September 25, 2025, Peter VIZZACCARO, 41 years-of-age from Leamington was arrested and charged with:

·            Assault.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on October 31, 2025.

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 www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Police Were Warned! Edwin SHAJI Has Now Been Dealth With

(ESSA, ON) – Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a two-vehicle collision in Essa Township.

On October 18, 2025, shortly before 10:00 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to an automatic crash notification on County Road 56 between 20 Sideroad and 25 Sideroad. Upon arrival, officers located two vehicles involved in the collision.

One vehicle was located in the ditch with moderate front-end damage. The second vehicle, was located upside down on the west side of the roadway. Investigations revealed that while travelling southbound, a northbound vehicle entered the opposite lane forcing the driver to swerve and leave the roadway to avoid a head-on collision. Both drivers were assessed by EMS as a precaution and reported no injuries.

Prior to the collision, officer had received a driving complaint regarding one of the vehicles, which was reportedly travelling at high speeds, drifting into oncoming lanes, braking erratically, and preventing other vehicles from merging.

During the interaction, grounds were formed that one of 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, Edwin SHAJI 23 of Barrie was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on November 20, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, 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.

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

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Belleville OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Mathew LOWDER Arrested At RIDE

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – A motorist has been charged with impaired driving after being stopped at a RIDE program in Prince Edward County.

On Saturday, October 18, 2025, shortly before 2:30 a.m., officers with the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE program on Highway 62.

Officers utilized an approved roadside alcohol screening device on a driver. As a result, the individual was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing. Further investigation determined that the driver was already prohibited from operating a vehicle and was driving while under multiple suspensions.

Mathew LOWDER, age 36 of Belleville, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on November 12, 2025.

The individual’s vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

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Brant Brantford OPP Police Press Releases

Roy ISACCS Facing Charges

(BRANT, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment has charged two individuals following a traffic stop in Brant County.

On October 17, 2025, at approximately 4:24 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on Cockshutt Road North. Through investigation, it was determined that the driver was operating a motor vehicle while under licence suspension and further to that had no current insurance coverage on the vehicle.

As a result, Roy ISACCS, a 30-year-old male from Brantford has been charged with:

  • Drive while under suspension
  • Fail to surrender vehicle permit

While the owner of the vehicle Sidney ISAACS, a 26-year-old female from Brantford was charged with: 

  • Owner permit motor vehicle to be operated without insurance.

The OPP reminds all motorists of the importance of ensuring anyone operating a motor vehicle on a highway is licensed and the vehicle is insured.

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.crimestoppersbb.com

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Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation OPP Police Press Releases West Lorne

21-Year-Old Arrested For Drunk Driving

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Driver facing impaired driving charge as a result of a single vehicle collision investigation.

On October 19, 2025, at 2:35 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Iroquois Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, for the report of a single vehicle collision.  

Upon arrival, officers observed a single motor vehicle in the ditch at which time the driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex County OPP detachment.

As a result, Kent PARKES, a 21-year-old of West Lorne, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on November 20, 2025.

The Middlesex County OPP want to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact your local police authority immediately.

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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Area OPP Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

82 Year Old Runs Stop Sign Sending Innocent Pedestrian to Hospital

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – Charges have been laid against a driver following a collision involving a pedestrian. 

On October 16, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), responded to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Garafraxa Street East and Cameron Street in Fergus. During the collision, a pedestrian was also struck.

The vehicle occupants did not sustain any injuries, and the pedestrian was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, an 82-year-old from Brantford, is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Disobey stop sign – fail to stop

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Provincial Offences Court – Guelph on a later date.

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. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122.

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

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Cesar CUBIAS-GONZALEZ Facing Numerous Charges

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – A member of the Leamington Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment observed a vehicle without proper headlights.

On October 19, 2025, at approximately 9:40 p.m., an officer was on patrol on Erie Street South in the Municipality of Leamington, when they observed a motor vehicle operating with headlights.  

As the officer conducted a traffic stop by activating their emergency lights, the driver continued through an intersection controlled by a stop sign and almost struck another vehicle.  

Upon speaking to the driver, the officer detected signs of impairment. As a result, driver was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further testing.

As a result, Cesar CUBIAS-GONZALEZ, a 40-year-old of Leamington was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused is also facing an additional 11 charges under the Highway Traffic Act, Liquor Licence Control Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act including:

  • Disobey Stop Sign Fail to stop  
  • Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available  
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled the appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on November 4, 2025.

A 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension was issued and vehicle impounded for 45 days as per statue.

The OPP remind drivers and members of the public to report impaired drivers and dangerous driving behaviours. Ontario Provincial Police can be contacted at anytime at 1-888-310-1122. If you have an emergency, please call 911. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-84777 (TIPS) where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000. 

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Archipelago OPP Police Press Releases SHAWANAGA FIRST NATION

Keelan Keeshig Was Arrested

(ARCHIPELAGO, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person with impaired driving.

On October 20, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m. the West Parry Sound OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 69 in Archipelago Township. Officers attended and initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Keelan Keeshig, 33 years-of-age of Shawanaga First Nation was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance – opioid

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on November 27, 2025. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Area OPP Bluewater Hensall OPP Police Press Releases

Arrest In Hensall – Details Released

(BLUEWATER, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Bluewater resident with Prohibited Driving along with other offences following a traffic stop on October 6th, 2025. 

On Monday, October 6th, just after noon, Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop for an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) in the Village of Hensall, Municipality of Bluewater.  

The investigating officer confirmed that the male driver was prohibited from driving under the Criminal Code and was subsequently placed under arrest and taken into custody.

Ryley INGHAM, 24 years-of-age from Bluewater, has been charged with:

–      Operation while Prohibited.

The accused was additionally charged with three offences found in the Highway Traffic Act (HTA), three offences found in the Off-Road Vehicles Act (ORVA), one offence found in the Trespass to Property Act (TPA), and one offence found in the Railway Safety Act (RSA).

The ATV involved was towed and impounded for 45 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for December 1st, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich. 

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Area OPP Goderich OPP Police Press Releases

Assault In Goderich – One Arrested

(GODERICH, ON) – On October 6th, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a matter involving intimate partners in the Town of Goderich.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed a criminal act against their partner.

A 28-year-old individual from Goderich has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence:

–      Assault – Spousal.

The accused was processed and held for a bail hearing where they were later remanded into custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on November 10th, 2025.

Victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Huron at www.victimserviceshuronperth.ca or by calling toll free at #1-866-863-4108, or #1-519-600-4108.

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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Exeter Huron South Huron

Exeter Assault – One Arrested

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – On Monday, October 6th, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an assault at an address on Main Street South in the Town of Exeter, Municipality of South Huron.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed an assault on another individual.

The suspect was arrested shortly after the incident and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence:

Jordan WOODS, 29 years-of-age from no fixed address has been charged with:

–      Assault.

The accused was processed, and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on December 15, 2025.

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.