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Beckwith OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested Following Hit & Run

(BECKWITH TWP, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two Smiths Falls residents after single vehicle collision.

Officers respond to a collision on Maitland Street in Beckwith Township on Sunday, May 18, 2025, just before 5:00 a.m. An off-duty officer stopped to assist the occupants, but the two individuals fled on foot into the woods. The individuals later turned themselves into police.

 As a result of the investigation, Crystal FLEGG, age 22, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

·        Obstruct justice

·        Common nuisance

·        Fail to remain

·        Fail to report accident

·        Careless driving

John MASON, age 20, has been charged with:

·        Obstruct justice

·        Common nuisance

·        Fail to remain

·        Fail to report accident

The accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on June 23, 2025.

 The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension), and the vehicle has been impounded for seven days.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

3 Arrested For Theft

(PERTH, ON) – The Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a theft investigation in Perth.

On the Saturday, May 17, 2025, officers responded to a theft in progress at a business in Perth.

Three suspects fled after stealing approximately $1000 worth of alcohol. The were seen heading eastbound in a truck on Highway 7.  

Officers were able to conduct a traffic stop and three people were arrested at the scene and several containers of alcohol seized.

Thomas FAST, 24-years-old of Ottawa, has been charged with:

·          Theft under $5000

·          Fail to comply with release order – two counts

·          Possession of Property obtained by crime

Keith WENNEKES, 51-years-old of Gatineau has been charged with:

·        Theft under $5000

·        Possession of property obtained by crime

Patrick LANGDON, 51-years-old of Ottawa, has been charged with:

·        Possession of property obtained by crime

·        Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·        Fail to surrender insurance card

·        Drive with obstructed plate

FAST and WENNEKES remain in custody for a bail hearing scheduled before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on May 20, 2025. LANGDON was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on 23 June, 2025.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Richard James PIPER Was Arrested

(BRANT,ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one individual following an impaired driving investigation on East River Road.

On May 18, 2025, officers responded to a report involving a person near a vehicle along the roadside. Following an investigation, one individual was taken into custody.

Richard James PIPER, 52 years old, of Kitchener, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on May 29, 2025. The individual’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the involved vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP reminds all motorists that impaired driving, whether by alcohol or drug, is a serious offence that poses a threat to everyone on our roadways. Anyone who suspects impaired driving is urged to call 9-1-1.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

19 Year Old Drunk Driver Arrested

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation during RIDE program in the Town of Bancroft.

On Saturday, May 17, 2025, just after midnight, Bancroft OPP officers were conducting a RIDE program on Monck Street in the Town of Bancroft. One driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

Preston CLANCY, a 19-year-old resident of Bancroft, has been charged with:

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

The accused’s license was suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded for seven days. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on June 3, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Baraka MICHEE – Drunk Driving

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after receiving reports of a suspected impaired driver.

On May 18, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., Renfrew OPP received a traffic complaint about a vehicle travelling eastbound on Highway 417 in McNab-Braeside.

Renfrew OPP located the vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, Baraka MICHEE, age 25 of Gatineau, Qc was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

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

·        Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

·        Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

·        Fail to have insurance card

·        Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on June 18, 2025. The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

James WHITE Arrested – Details Released

(ESSA, ON)– Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving after being stopped for speeding in Essa Township

On May 17, 2025, at 4:33 p.m., A Nottawasaga OPP Traffic unit was conducting speed enforcement on County road 90 in Essa Township. The officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding and during the interaction, grounds were formed that 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, James WHITE 57-years-old of Innisfil was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on June 12, 2025, to answer to the charge. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

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

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

18 Year Old Passed Out In Drive-Thru Arrested

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after a driver was found, unconscious in a restaurant drive-thru.

On Saturday, May 17, 2025, just after 11:30 p.m., Renfrew OPP responded to the location in Renfrew when it was reported that a male had passed out.

Officers attended the scene and arrested an individual in a vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, Yaroslav YELISYEYEV, age 18 of White Lake was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired- alcohol / drugs

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

·        Young driver- B.A.C. above zero

·        Person under 19 years consuming liquor

·        Novice driver- B.A.C. above zero

·        Fail to notify change of address

·        Fail to surrender driver’s licence

·        Breach of probation order – four counts

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on June 18, 2025. The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Glengarry

95 Year Old Found Deceased Following Fire

(SOUTH GLENGARRY, ON) – The Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continues to investigate a residential fire.

On Monday, May 19, 2025, shortly after 11:00 p.m., officers, along with the South Glengarry Fire Department, responded to a residential fire on Fourth Line Road in South Glengarry Township. The home was fully engulfed when first responders arrived.    

A 73-year-old male was able to escape with minor injuries. A 95-year-old female was located deceased inside the residence.

The fire remains under investigation by the SD&G OPP Crime Unit and the office of the Ontario Fire Marshal. The OPP Forensic Identification Services Unit is assisting.

Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact the SD&G OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

20 Year Old Arrested For Drunk Driving

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation following a collision.

On Friday, May 16, 2025, just after 2:00 a.m., Bancroft OPP officers attended the scene of the collision on Musclow-Greenview Road, in the Municipality of Hastings Highlands. Officers located the driver, uninjured, and conducted a roadside test with an Approved Screening Device. As a result, the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

Ashley HICKS, a 20-year-old resident of Bancroft, has been charged with:

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

The accused’s license was suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded for seven days. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on June 10, 2025.

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Embrun OPP Police Press Releases

Hudie Berdy GHEZEL – Break & Etner

(EMBRUN, ON) – A 20-year-old is facing multiple charges after the completion of a police investigation.

On March 6, 2025, at approximately 05:43 a.m., police responded to a call for service at a business in Embrun. During the investigation it was determined that a break and enter had occurred and that a large amount of jewellery was stolen.

On May 15, 2025, the accused was arrested following a comprehensive police investigation. Members of the Russell County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment, with the support of the Long Sault OPP Forensic Identification Services, the OPP Community Street Crime Unit, and the Ottawa Police Service, collaborated in the investigation. Their coordinated efforts led to the successful identification and subsequent arrest of the individual in question.

As a result, Hudie Berdy GHEZEL of Ottawa has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Break and Enter – commit indictable offence

·        Mischief Over $5,000

·        Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on May 28, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Sean KENNEDY – Drunk Driving

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person with impaired and stunt driving charges.

On May 15, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Renfrew OPP stopped a vehicle on Highway 17 in Horton Township for driving at a high rate of speed.

As a result of the investigation, Sean KENNEDY, age 37 of Ottawa was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

·        Drive motor vehicle- perform stunt- excessive speed

·        Speeding 50+ Km/h over posted speed limit

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on July 16, 2025. The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

Crime Stoppers

Crime Stoppers Pembroke/Renfrew County believes that someone may have information that could assist police in solving crimes. If you have information that results in charges being laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000. Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 613-735-8477 or toll free at 1-800-222-8477. You could help solve a crime. All tips remain anonymous, and you will not have to attend court. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display. The telephones are answered 24 hours a day. Please visit the website.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

April Nicole KRZYZANIAK – Impaired Driving

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after a traffic stop on Beachburg Road in Whitewater Region Township.

On May 11, 2025, at approximately 8:00 a.m., Renfrew OPP received a report of a suspected impaired driving leaving Arnprior.

Police located the vehicle on Beachburg Road and initiated a traffic stop.

As a result of the investigation, April Nicole KRZYZANIAK, age 53 of Whitewater Region was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on June 4, 2025. The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

Crime Stoppers

Crime Stoppers Pembroke/Renfrew County believes that someone may have information that could assist police in solving crimes. If you have information that results in charges being laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000. Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 613-735-8477 or toll free at 1-800-222-8477. You could help solve a crime. All tips remain anonymous, and you will not have to attend court. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display. The telephones are answered 24 hours a day. Please visit the website.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Adam MAY – Drunk Driving

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

On May 17, 2025, shortly before 5:00 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP attended a single motor vehicle collision on 25th Side Road in Essa Township. Officers were met with a driver and during the interaction, grounds were formed that 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, Adam MAY 47-years-old of Clearview was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Driver fail to surrender licence
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on June 19, 2025, to answer to the charge. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to 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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Limoges OPP Police Press Releases

Eric MAINVILLE Was Arrested

(LIMOGES, ON) – A 43-year-old is facing multiple charges after police witnessed dangerous driving in Limoges.

On Monday, May 19, 2025, shortly after 3:00 p.m., a member of the Ontario Provincial Police East Region TIME (Traffic Incident Management Enforcement) team observed a vehicle being driven dangerously through a residential area, while children playing.

The officer attempted to stop the vehicle, and the then driver fled on foot. An arrest was made a short time later.

Eric MAINVILLE of Limoges has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Dangerous operation
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Driving while under suspension

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on September 3, 2025.

The vehicle was impounded for 45-days.

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OPP Perth East Police Press Releases

Pedestrian Struck In Listowel

(PERTH EAST, ON) – Police are seeking assistance with a fail to remain collision that occurred in the Municipality of North Perth.

On May 17, 2025 at around 10:00 p.m. the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to the crosswalk at Livingstone Ave South and Elma St W in the Town of Listowel for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle.

The pedestrian did not sustain any injuries. The vehicle fled the scene prior to police arrival. The vehicle and driver are described as:

  • Newer white compact SUV with a possible dent on the hood from the collision.
  • Young short white female with long dark hair.

This investigation is ongoing. If you or anyone you know witnessed this collision or has dashcam footage, please 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.