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Marathon OPP Police Press Releases

Drug & Weapons Bust – Jason MALLEY & Mackenzie MCMANUS

(MARATHON, ON) – Officers from the Marathon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with support from the OPP’s Emergency Response Team, OPP’s Tactics and Rescue Unit and Marathon OPP Detachment have arrested and charged two individuals for drug trafficking and firearms offences in the Marathon.

Following an investigation into drug trafficking in Marathon, a search warrant was executed on a residence located on McLeod Drive, in Marathon on May 22, 2025. During the search, officers seized prohibited firearms, as well as suspected illicit substances, including cocaine, methamphetamine and psilocybin. Following the investigation, charges have been laid against two Marathon residents.

Jason MALLEY, 40-years-old of Marathon, Ontario, has been arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act offences:

  • Failure to comply with release order – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Other drugs
  • Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm – two counts
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – two counts

The accused was held in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on a future date to answer to the above charges..

Mackenzie MCMANUS, 19-years-old of Marathon, Ontario has been arrested and charged with the following Controlled Drugs and Substances Act offences:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Other drugs

The accused was released from custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Marathon on July 16, 2025, to answer to the above charges.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation or the trafficking of illicit substances is urged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Ana TIMOFTE – Drunk Driving

 (TILLSONBURG, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment conducted a traffic stop in the Town of Tillsonburg, resulting in one person being charged with impaired driving.

On June 2, 2025, at approximately 12:30 a.m., members of Oxford OPP conducted a traffic stop on Tillson Ave. in Tillsonburg.

As a result of the investigation, Ana TIMOFTE, 50-years-old, of Clear Creek, has been charged with:

•        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on July 15, 2025.

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 Zorra

Mary DEFRIAS – Drunk Driving

(ZORRA, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment responded to a traffic complaint, resulting in one person being charged with impaired driving.

On May 31, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Road 68 in the Township of Zorra.

As a result of the investigation, Mary DEFRIAS, 46-years-old, of the Town of Ingersoll, has been charged with:

•        Dangerous Operation

•        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on June 24, 2025.

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 Orillia Police Press Releases

Gilles DERAICHE – Hit & Run, Impaired Driving, Etc.

 (Orillia, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation after reports of an erratic driving complaint.

On May 30th, 2025, at approximately 5:20 pm, officers responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver. Officers were informed by a member of the public that a Black Pickup truck was driving in a very aggressive and dangerous manner on Highway 11 Northbound swerving back and forth colliding with other vehicles and guardrails. Shortly after, officers located the truck and while engaging with the driver, he became unco-operative and assaultive with police. The male party would eventually be arrested by police and transported to the Orillia Detachment.

 Gilles DERAICHE 28 years old of Gravenhurst was charged with:

  • Adult Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Adult Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Adult Dangerous operation
  • Adult Fail to report accident
  • Adult Fail to stop for police
  • Adult Fail to notify change of address
  • Adult Novice driver – B.A.C above zero

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges at a later date in November 2024. As a result of these charges, his driver’s license has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for a period of 7 days.

Members of Orillia 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 Police Press Releases Zorra

Ross HARKES – Impaired Driving

 (ZORRA, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch, resulting in one person being charged with impaired driving.

On May 30, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a report of a vehicle in the ditch, on the 37th Line in the Township of Zorra.

As a result of the investigation, Ross HARKES, 31-years-old, of Putnam, has been charged with:

•        Dangerous Operation

•        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on July 15, 2025.

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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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested – FERRILL, WALKER & NEWTON

(LENNOX AND ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – Lennox and Addington County members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three people with impaired driving related charges over the weekend.

On Friday, May 30, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., L&A County OPP members were advised of a vehicle driving erratically with heavy damage on Bridge Street West in Greater Napanee. Police stopped the vehicle and the driver was arrested. 

Cherokee FERRILL, a 25-year-old from Tyendinaga, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol
  • Driving while prohibited
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Obstruct police
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on June 2, 2025.  

On Saturday, May 31, 2025, just after 2:00 p.m., L&A County OPP was called regarding a possible impaired driver on River Road in Greater Napanee. Police stopped a delivery vehicle and the driver was arrested. Breath testing at the detachment showed alcohol levels that were four times the legal limit. 

Andrew WALKER, a 38-year-old from Kingston was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on June 17, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded. 

On Sunday, June 1, 2025, just after 4:00 a.m., police observed a vehicle parked in a local business parking lot and the driver appeared to be asleep. Investigation revealed the vehicle was stolen and the driver was arrested.  

Andrew NEWTON, a 25-year-old from Prescott was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drug
  • Theft of motor vehicle

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on June 3, 2025.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

19 Year Old Drunk Driver Arrested

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On May 31, 2025 at 3:44 p.m. officers of the Huntsville O.P.P. responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch on Camp Kitchen Rd in the Town of Huntsville.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers observed signS of alcohol consumption and identified the driver who officers suspected had been consuming alcohol. The driver was required to provide a sample into an Approved Screening Device. The driver registered a fail and was arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Jacob LAKE, 19 years old of Huntsville Ontario, has been charged with:

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

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·        Novice driver – BAC above 0

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on July 8, 2025.

The accused was issued a 90 Administrative Driver’s License Suspension and his vehicle has been impounded for 7 days.

Ontario has a graduated licensing system for new or young drivers. One of the conditions is drivers must have zero alcohol in their body when operating a vehicle.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Samuel HARRIS – Drunk Driving

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On May 29, 2025 at 1:34 p.m. officers of the Huntsville O.P.P. were on general patrol on Highway 11 when they observed a vehicle driving erratically. A traffic stop was initiated and the suspicion of alcohol was made.

The driver was required to provide a sample into an Approved Screening Device. The driver registered a fail and was arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Samuel HARRIS, 34 years old of Bracebridge Ontario, has been charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on July 8, 2025.

The accused was issued a 90 Administrative Driver’s License Suspension and his vehicle has been impounded for 7 days.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

1 OPP Detachment Nabs 21 Impaired Drivers In May


(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged another driver with impaired driving, bringing the total of drivers charged by Bracebridge OPP to twenty-one.

On May 31, 2025, at 11:45 p.m., a Bracebridge OPP officer was conducting general patrols proactively on Muskoka Road 118 in Muskoka Lakes Township and conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle driving in a concerning manner. Police arrested and charged 29-year-old Taylor DEVITT of Gravenhurst with Operation while Impaired and Operation while Impaired – Over 80. She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on July 8, 2025 to answer to her charges.

Impaired driving continues to be a significant factor impacting the safety of Muskoka roads, if you are concerned that someone is driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, please call 9-1-1 to notify police.

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GANANOQUE OPP Police Press Releases

Missing Person Found Deceased

(GANANOQUE, ON) – The identity of human remains located on an island on the St. Lawrence River near the Town of Gananoque has been confirmed to be an individual reported missing earlier this year.

On Monday, May 19, 2025, members of the Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an island when an individual reported making the discovery. The Leeds County OPP Crime Unit conducted a detailed investigation, and it has been determined that there was no foul play.

The deceased was a 68-year-old male from the area. The individual’s name will not be released out of respect to the family’s privacy.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged another three drivers with impaired driving. This brings the total of drivers charged to 20 for the month of May, almost double the number charged in the same time frame in 2024.

On May 30, 2025, at 9:00 p.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a call regarding a disturbance on Ann Street in Bracebridge. Officers conducted an investigation into the incident and subsequently arrested and charged 43-year-old Marcus BERGER of Bracebridge, ON with Operation while Impaired, Operation while Impaired – Over 80 and Operation while Prohibited. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on July 8, 2025 to answer to his charges.

On May 30, 2025, at 10:40 pm., Bracebridge OPP officers responded reports of concerning driving from a member of the public on Highway 11 North in Gravenhurst. The vehicle was located and officers conducted a traffic stop near Cedar Lane in Bracebridge. Police arrested and charged 66-year-old Barbara ROSEBRUGH of Huntsville, ON with Operation while Impaired and Operation while Impaired – Over 80. She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 24, 2025 to answer to her charges.

On May 31, 2025 at 12:20 a.m., a Bracebridge OPP officer was conducting general patrols proactively on Muskoka Road 118 in Muskoka Lakes Township and conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle driving in a concerning manner in Port Carling. Police arrested and charged 43-year-old Jason BOCK of Oakville with Operation while Impaired and Operation while Impaired – Over 80. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 24, 2025 to answer to his charges.

Impaired driving continues to be a significant factor impacting the safety of Muskoka roads, if you are concerned that someone is driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, please call 9-1-1 to notify police.

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OPP Police Press Releases SOUTH FRONTENAC

Amy HENDRICK – Drunk Driving

(SOUTH FRONTENAC TWP., ON) – A single vehicle collision in South Frontenac Township has led to impaired driving charges.

On Thursday, May 29, 2025, shortly before 4:30 p.m., officers with the Frontenac Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single vehicle collision on Keeley Road. A vehicle had left the road but remained upright. Frontenac Paramedics attended the scene but the driver refused medical treatment.

Officers utilized an approved roadside alcohol screening device, and the driver was arrested and transported for the detachment for further testing.

Amy HENDRICK, age 24 of South Frontenac Township, has been charged with:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston on June 24, 2025.

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

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Calvin SUGANAQUEB Was Arrested

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On May 31st, 2025 at approximately 5:39 a.m., officers from the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint along Highway 61, within the City of Thunder Bay.

The complaint vehicle was located & a traffic stop was initiated. Through the investigation, it was determined that the driver had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & returned to the detachment for further tests.

As a result of the investigation, Calvin SUGANAQUEB, 42, of the First Nation Territory of Wunnumin Lake, Ontario was charged with:

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on June 25th, 2025.

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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Alerts Breaking News WFP

North Huron Acknowledges Private Property Rights in Watershed Announcement #Victory

(Wingham, ON) — The Crown Corporation known as North Huron has, without prejudice, officially acknowledged Private Property Rights and has committed to no longer threatening its customers with trespass, theft or harassment.

This marks a significant shift, as North Huron now recognizes and respects private property rights, while disclaiming any liability for previous actions or inactions. This resolution opens the door for the entire community to move forward, allowing bylaw enforcement to focus exclusively on holding municipal staff accountable by enforcing bylaws solely on the corporation’s assets.

This decision by North Huron Council is the first of its kind in Canada and represents a major victory for property rights advocates and freedom fighters nationwide.

Tensions began spiraling out of control on Monday, October 31, 2022, at 3:43 PM, when Nancy Small, a North Huron by-law enforcement officer, contacted a local restaurant and claimed that the phrase “Vote Buck” was illegal and needed to be removed from both the business and the home of its owners.

Following a series of meetings and emails, by-law enforcement eventually stood down, refusing to participate in acts of trespass or theft.

The Corporation of North Huron subsequently attempted to outsource enforcement to a private firm. That firm refused to respond to emails from Buck & Jo’s and declined to enforce at the location. It appears their contract was not renewed, as they are no longer listed on the municipality’s website and have not been seen in town recently.

Buck & Jo’s then secured a written admission from North Huron’s CAO acknowledging that municipal bylaws apply only to assets owned by the corporation, not to the private property of customers. The CAO was swiftly replaced.

The restaurant had previously gone viral during the COVID-19 lockdowns when the owners stood their ground, confronted enforcers about their lack of authority, demanded accountability from an unresponsive health department, and refused to violate anyone’s rights.

NOTE: WFP has found NO evidence supporting the widespread rumors of a “massive peace summit” of freedom fighters and mayors being flown into Wingham via Helicopter ahead of this announcement.

To verify if North Huron acknowledges private property rights, and will not participate in theft or trespass contact them via the information below.

North Huron Council Contact Info:
Paul Heffer
280 Manor Road
(519) 357-3594
[email protected] 
Mitch Wright
63 Bristol Terrace
(519) 357-9497
[email protected] 
Lonnie Whitfield
94 John St. West
(226) 222-2585 
[email protected] 
Anita van Hittersum
84012 Hoover Line
(519) 523-4492 
[email protected]
Chris Palmer
39331 Belfast Road
(519) 357-3385 
[email protected] 
Kevin Fascist  Falconer
303 King Street
(519) 955-0301 
[email protected]
Ric McBurney
202 Thuell St, Blyth
(519) 441-7415 
[email protected]

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

19 Year Deceased Following Motorcycle Collision

(MIDLAND, ON) A motocycle operator has succumbed to his injuries following a single vehicle motorcycle collision this afternoon.

On May 30, 2025 just before 5:00 p.m., members of the Southern Georgian Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended Curry Road in the Town of Midland in response to a report of a collision. Officers located an injured male near a badly damaged motorcycle.

Simcoe County Paramedics performed life-saving measures and transported the operator to a local hospital however he was pronounced deceased. The collision victim is a 19 year-old male of Tay Township.

OPP Traffic Collision Investigation (TCI) members are currently in attendance to assist with the investigation. Curry Road between Midland Point Road and Tay Point Road is expected to be closed late into the evening.

This investigation is on-going however it is not believed that any other vehicles were involved.

Southern Georgian Bay OPP are asking for anyone who may have witnessed, has video/dash cam footage or information relating to the collision and has not yet spoken with police, to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.