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Douro-Dummer OPP Police Press Releases

29 Year Old Arrested Following Hit & Run

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual with impaired driving after receiving a call regarding a single vehicle collision.

On May 17, 2025, shortly after 7:00pm, Peterborough County OPP Officers were dispatched to a report of a collision that took place on County Road 6 in Douro-Dummer Township. Officers were informed that a vehicle had entered the ditch, and another vehicle had arrived and was providing the driver transportation. A description of both the driver and the vehicle were provided.

A short while later, OPP officers located the driver and after a short conversation with them, determined them to be impaired. The driver was at that point arrested.

Mitchell HOLDEN (age 29) of Oakville, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Fail to report accident

·      Fail to remain

·      Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

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 June 24, 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.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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OPP Police Press Releases Trent Lakes

Christopher SHAW Was Arrested

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT LAKES, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual with impaired driving after stopping an all-terrain vehicle (ATV).

On May 17, 2025, just prior to 1:30pm, Peterborough County OPP Officers were patrolling on County Road 36 in the Municipality of Trent Lakes. Officers observed an individual operating an ATV and stopped to speak with them. During the course of their conversation, officers determined the driver to be impaired and arrested them.

Christopher SHAW (age 36) of Buckhorn, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

·      Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Driver – No helmet or proper helmet

·      Drive with passenger not wearing proper helmet

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The accused had their driver’s licence further 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 June 10, 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.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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OPP Picton Police Press Releases

Riley HICKS Was Arrested

(PICTON, ON) – A noisy engine attracted attention from an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer in Bloomfield.

On Saturday, May 17, 2025, around 2:30 a.m., an officer with the Prince Edward County Detachment was monitoring for traffic issues when she heard a loud dirt bike in the area, followed by an unusual sound and then silence.

The officer located the bike and rider on the sidewalk near the intersection of Bloomfield Main and Stanley Street. Both the bike and the rider’s helmet showed signs of damage. A signpost nearby was also damaged.

The individual indicated he was not injured and was then arrested and transported to the OPP detachment for testing. He was later taken to hospital as a precaution.

Riley HICKS, age 24 of Prince Edward County, has been charged with:

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

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

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and the dirt bike was impounded for seven days.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

4 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Four individuals have been charged as a result of separate investigations into incidents involving impaired driving.

At approximately 7:23 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 9-1-1 call after a motorist fled the scene of a collision in Haldimand County.

The vehicle was later located on Concession 8 Townsend in Waterford. After conducting a roadside sobriety test, officers took the driver into custody without incident.

29-year-old Alexander ARROWSMITH from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offence:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

At approximately 3:18 a.m. on Sunday, May 18, 2025, a Norfolk County OPP officer conducted a traffic stop and initiated an investigation on Highway 24 near the outskirts of Waterford.

Following a roadside sobriety test, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

48-year-old Howard RICHARDS from Brantford, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offence:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

At approximately 11:55 p.m. on Sunday, May 18, 2025, the Norfolk County OPP responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch on Highway 3 near Cockshutt Road. No injuries were reported.

As a result, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

59-year-old Roger CRAWFORD from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • 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 Simcoe on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.

At approximately 10:29 a.m. on Monday, May 19, 2025, a Norfolk County OPP officer conducted a traffic stop and initiated an investigation on Scott Street in Delhi.

After speaking with the driver, the officer took them into custody without incident.

A 36-year-old from St. Catharines, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand,
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code,
  • Dangerous operation,
  • Take motor vehicle without consent,
  • Obstruct plate,
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence,
  • Fail to have insurance card.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe at a later date.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Repeat Offender James Harley DEACON Arrested Again

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after traffic stop in the Town of Renfrew led to a foot chase.

On Monday, May 19, 2025, at approximately 4:30 a.m., Renfrew OPP conducted a traffic stop on Lochiel Street South. Officers identified a passenger as being wanted.  When officers attempted to make an arrest, the wanted person fled on foot. The officers were able to outrun the suspect and took the individual into custody after a physical altercation.

As a result of the investigation, James Harley DEACON, age 31 of Arnprior, was charged with:

·      Resist peace officer

·      Obstruct peace officer

·      Fail to comply with probation order – two counts

The accused was held for bail.

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GOULAIS RIVER OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision

(GOULAIS RIVER, ON) – The Sault Ste. Marie Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is continuing their investigation into a fatal collision that occurred in Goulais River.

On May 19, 2025, at approximately 6:39 p.m., the Sault Ste. Marie OPP responded to a serious single-vehicle collision on Four Seasons Drive. A 31-year-old person from Goulais River was confirmed deceased at the scene, as a result of the collision.

Members of the North East Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (T.I.M.E.) team are assisting with the investigation.

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Clarence-Rockland OPP Police Press Releases

Moncef LOUHICHI – Theft, Etc.

(CLARENCE-ROCKLAND, ON) – Three youths and an adult from Quebec have been arrested and charged in relation to the theft of a motor vehicle.

On May 20, 2025, at approximately 08:00 a.m., officers from the Russell County Ontario Provincial Police Detachment (OPP) in Rockland responded to a report of a stolen motor vehicle from a parking lot in Clarence-Rockland. Witnesses provided accurate details that were crucial to the investigation.

Members from both Russell County OPP and the Hawkesbury OPP coordinated their efforts and located the stolen vehicle at approximately 08:15 a.m. The driver was arrested at the scene.

Hawkesbury OPP officers located an associated suspect vehicle, observed at the scene at the time of the theft, at approximately 09:35 a.m. and arrested the three occupants.

As a result, 18-year-old, Moncef LOUHICHI, of Terrebonne, Quebec has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Possession of a device for the purpose of committing theft

·        Theft of Motor Vehicle

·        Possession of Break in Instruments

·        Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose.

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on June 26, 2025.

The three youths were all charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Theft of Motor Vehicle

·        Possession of a device for the purpose of committing theft

·        Possession of Break in Instruments

They have been released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal at a later date.

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NORTH ALGONA-WILBERFORCE OPP Police Press Releases

Canoeist Charged With Drunk Driving

(NORTH ALGONA-WILBERFORCE TWP, ON) – An individual is facing charges after an incident on Golden Lake in North Algona-Wilberforce (NAW) Township.  

On Saturday, May 17, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to call regarding a canoeist in distress on Golden Lake. The individual onboard did not have a life jacket, and the canoe began taking on water, eventually capsizing in high winds. Police arrived on scene and found the man had made it to shore along Island View Drive in NAW.   

The canoeist was taken to hospital for assessment by Renfrew County Paramedics. As part of the investigation a Approved Screening Device was utilized, and further testing was conducted.

 As a result, 40-year-old Jordan WATSON, from the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, is charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) and Canada Shipping Act (CSA) offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus
  • Operating a personal watercraft without required personal floatation device on board

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on June 16, 2025.

Under the Criminal Code, it is illegal to operate a conveyance while impaired. Conveyance broadly means a motor vehicle, vessel, aircraft or railway equipment. A vessel encompasses all types of watercraft, regardless of whether they are motorized or not. This includes boats, canoes, kayaks and sailboats. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Warwick

Gurneet KAUR – Drunk Driving

(WARWICK TOWNSHIP, ON) – Traffic stop led to an individual being arrested and charged with impaired driving.

On May 17, 2025, just after 12:00 a.m., the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Forest Road, north of Egremont Road in Warwick Township.

As a result of the investigation, Gurneet KAUR, 27-year-old of Plympton-Wyoming, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

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

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 on June 17, 2025, in the City of Sarnia.

The safety of our community is paramount, and the OPP will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. The Lambton County OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Grundy Lake

Drez KESHANE WILSON – Drunk Driving

(GRUNDY LAKE, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid impaired driving charges after responding to a complaint in Grundy Lake Provincial Park.

On May 18, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m. the West Parry Sound OPP were dispatched to Grundy Lake Provincial Park where park wardens were dealing with a suspected impaired driver.  

Drez KESHANE WILSON, 28 years-of-age of Scarborough Ontario was charged with:

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

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on June 19, 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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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Juan AMEZCUA – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Melancthon resident with impaired operation-related offences following a traffic stop.

On May 19, 2025, shortly before 1:30 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting traffic enforcement in the area of Owen Sound Street in the Town of Shelburne when they observed a vehicle of concern and initiated a traffic stop. Upon speaking with the male driver, officers observed signs of impairment and began an impaired driving investigation.

Juan AMEZCUA, a 40-year-old male, from Melancthon has been charged with:

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

•      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

•     Drive with improper headlights

•      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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Canada Post

UPDATE: Canada Post presents new global offers to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers

Canada Post has presented new global offers to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), demonstrating a commitment to reach agreements and maintain continuity of postal services for your business and your customers.

The new offers, for the Urban and RSMC (Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers) bargaining units, go further on wage increases and would protect employees’ benefits and entitlements.

The offers also reflect the Corporation’s current realities. Canada Post has proposed important changes to its delivery model to improve service and meet the changing needs of Canadians and Canadian businesses.

Bringing urgency to the negotiations

Canada Post and CUPW are negotiating at a critical moment for the postal system. Building on the important work of the Industrial Inquiry Commission (IIC) and the findings and recommendations in its final report, the parties must now bring urgency to the negotiations. We recognize that another labour disruption would be costly and disruptive for employees, businesses and the millions of Canadians who rely on Canada Post.

As part of the company’s commitment to reach agreements, Canada Post has withdrawn some items since its last global offer. The company is no longer proposing a new health benefits plan, changes to employees’ post-retirement benefits, or enrolling future employees in the defined contribution pension instead of defined benefit.

Future employees, hired after the signing of the new collective agreements, will receive health and pension benefits after six months of regular employment.

Strike notices received

Canada Post has received strike notices from CUPW, indicating that the union intends to begin strike activity as of Friday, May 23 at 12:00 am local time, unless the parties reach agreements before then. Our operations continue as usual at this time.

In the event CUPW initiates rotating strike activity, Canada Post intends to continue delivering for your business while working to reach agreements. The Corporation will work to minimize service disruptions, but customers may experience delays.

We had hoped new agreements would be reached by this point and we know this ongoing uncertainty is challenging. Your business requires certainty and consistent, reliable service. We are doing everything we can to reach agreements and maintain delivery. This remains our priority.

We will continue to keep you informed so you can plan and prepare accordingly.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

$80,000 Romance Scam

(WELLINGTON COUNTY, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is urging the public to familiarize themselves with different online scams, particularly those related to romance.

On Sunday, May 18, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., Wellington County OPP received a report of an online fraud from a resident of Guelph-Eramosa Township.

It was reported that between February and April 2025, the victim, who had developed an online relationship with an unidentified individual, was defrauded of more than $80,000. Throughout their interaction, the individual suspected to be the perpetrator, made multiple appeals for financial support, predominantly in the form of e-transfers and cryptocurrency, citing a fictious need for assistance.

A romance scam is a type of online fraud where individuals use fake identities and build romantic relationships with victims through online platforms, social media, or dating websites. The scammer typically creates a convincing profile, often using stolen photos and a fabricated backstory, to gain the trust of the victim. Once a connection is established, the scammer often exploits the victim’s emotions to manipulate them into sending money or providing personal information.

Common elements of a romance scam include:

·      Fake identities: Scammers create fake profiles, often using attractive photos and compelling personal stories to appear genuine.

·      Financial requests: Once trust is established, scammers often invent fictitious emergencies or situations that require financial assistance. They ask the victim to send money, gifts, or even provide banking details.

·      Reluctance to meet in person: Scammers often find excuses to avoid meeting in person, citing various reasons such as living in another country or facing trave restrictions.

If you do fall victim to a fraud or know someone who has, contact your local police service to report the crime, and report it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca. The CAFC collects information on fraud and identity theft Canada wide. Contact the CAFC by phone at 1-888-495-8501 or online by way of the Fraud Reporting System (FRS), even if a financial loss did not occur.

For more information on scams and frauds, the public is encouraged to read The Little Black Book of Scams, which can be found online: https://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/eic/site/cb-bc.nsf/eng/03074.html

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Carleton Place OPP Police Press Releases

High Risk Offender Alert: Child Pornographer Threatens 3 Year Olds With Death Released! #WTF? #SaveOurChildren

 (CARLETON PLACE, ON) – TheLanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is warning the public about an individual in the Carleton Place area, considered to be a public safety risk.

On Friday, February 14, 2025, Lanark County OPP was made aware of an individual making threats toward children. While no specific children were targeted, the investigation determined that threats were directed toward children, aged two and three, across Lanark County.

On Saturday, February 15, 2025, Isaac Sebastien DION, age 24, was arrested and charged with:

  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm
  • Make, print, publish or possess child pornography for the purpose of publication
  • Access child pornography

He was remanded into custody following a bail hearing.

On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, DION was released from custody following an appearance before the Superior Court of Justice in Perth.

The OPP wants to assure everyone that public safety is paramount, and all threats are taken seriously. We are releasing the individual’s name, description and photograph (attached) out of an abundance of caution.

The individual is:

  • White
  • 168 cm (5’6″) tall
  • Medium build
  • Brown hair and brown eyes

If you see this individual near any locations where young children are present, call 9-1-1 immediately. Do not attempt to approach or intervene on your own.

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Enniskillen OPP Police Press Releases

Natalie VOURIOT Was Arrested

(ENNISKILLEN TOWNSHIP, ON) – An individual has been charged with impaired operation following a collision.

On May 16, 2025, just after 4:30 a.m., members of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single-vehicle collision at the intersection of Petrolia Line and Mandaumin Road in Enniskillen Township.

Upon arrival, officers located the vehicle off the roadway. There were no injuries reported.

As a result of the investigation, Natalie VOURIOT, 25-year-old of Petrolia, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

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

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 – Sarnia on June 26, 2025.

The Lambton OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.