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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Teens Arrested Following Armed Robbery

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police have arrested and charged three individuals following an armed robbery in Alliston.

On May 16, 2025, shortly after 5:00 p.m., the Nottawasaga OPP responded to a retail establishment on Young Street in the Town of New Tecumseth, advising that they had just been robbed by five individuals brandishing a firearm. No injuries were sustained as a result of the incident. The suspects fled prior to officers’ arrival.

Officers arrived and were provided descriptions of the individuals as well as the vehicle they were using. Electronics were taken valued at nearly $30,000 and an employee Louis Vuitton purse.

A short time later, officers located a vehicle matching the description and were able to safely bring it to a stop in Toronto. Three of the five suspects were placed under arrest and turned over to the Nottawasaga OPP. Two replica firearms were also seized.

Jahshai COOPER, 18, of Brampton, was charged with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • Robbery with Weapon
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Disguise with Intent
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence

The second accused, a 15-year-old of Brampton, was charged with:

  • Disguise with Intent
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada
  • Robbery with Weapon
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence
  • Failure to comply with undertaking

The third accused, a 17-year-old of Mississauga, charged with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada
  • Robbery with Weapon
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence

All three accused are being held for Bail. Due to the age of two accused parties, their names will not be released as per the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

Two suspects remain outstanding in this ongoing investigation. We ask that anyone who was in the area at the time and who may have dashcam video or any sort of surveillance video, to please contact the Nottawasaga OPP Crime Unit at 1-888-310-1122. If you have information that may assist in this investigation but wish to remain anonymous, you may submit your tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca. Report # (E250619268)

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

Nottawasaga 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 Orillia Police Press Releases

Robert FELTS Was Arrested Again, Break & Enter, Theft, Etc. #3Strikes

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person after an early morning call for service of a suspicious person possibly armed with a weapon.

On May 15, 2025, just after 8:30 am, officers of the Orillia OPP were dispatched to a call for service of a person walking on West Street South in the City of Orillia possibly armed with a weapon. Numerous officers attended the area and located the suspect where they were quickly taken into custody without incident. Through investigation, it was learned the suspect allegedly broke into a nearby garage and had taken items prior to their arrest, before being confronted by the homeowner.

As a result of the investigation, Robert FELTS, 44-years-old of Orillia, was charged with the following:

–       Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose (CC),

–       Break and Enter (CC),

–       Mischief Under $5,000 (CC),

–       Theft Under $5,000 (CC),

–       Resist Peace Officer (CC),

–       Fail to Comply with Release Order x2 (CC), and

–       Being Intoxicated n a Public Place (LLCA).

The accused was held in custody on May 15th, 2025, to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia for a bail hearing. 

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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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Bike Ride Ends With Numerous Charges For Blake GODFREY

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Highway Safety Division (HSD) have laid charges against an individual from Ottawa in relation to an incident from May 13.

Shortly before 4:30 p.m. on May 13, Ottawa OPP and HSD OPP attempted to stop a motorcycle that was driving on the shoulder of Highway 417 near Woodroffe Avenue. The rider accelerated away at high speeds and an officer suffered minor injuries during the incident. 

As a result of the investigation, Blake GODFREY, 33 years of age, faces the following charges:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Flight from Peace Officer
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt
  • Operate a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance
  • Careless Driving
  • Fail to Stop for Police
  • Drive Motor Vehicle, No Plates
  • Operate Unsafe Vehicle
  • Pass – Off Roadway

The accused had his drivers licence suspended for 30 days and will appear in an Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa at a later date.

The OPP would like to extend their appreciation to all the members of the public who responded to our social media posts, providing us with the information necessary to locate and arrest the individual.

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Greater Napanee OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offenders Arrested Again

(GREATER NAPANEE, ON) – A search warrant in Greater Napanee has led to three people facing charges.

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit, and officers from the East Region Tactics and Response Unit, attended a residence on Palace Road to execute a search warrant. Officers located just over 32 grams of suspected methamphetamine as well as a loaded .22 caliber rifle, over 350 rounds of ammunition and just under $3,000 in cash.

Matthew LESSARD, a 36-year-old from Greater Napanee, Kiersha WHITE, a 35-year-old from Greater Napanee and Douglas WOOD, a 36-year-old from Belleville, were charged jointly with:

  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of methamphetamine for the purpose of trafficking

LESSARD and WOOD were additionally charged with failing to comply with an undertaking and failing to comply with a probation order. WHITE was additionally charged with failing to comply with a probation order.

All three accused were held in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on May 16, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases South River

Exposing Himself To Child Ends With Arrest For Norman HOPCRAFT #PervertAlert

(SOUTH RIVER, ON) – Almaguin Highlands Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrest one person after reports of individual exposing himself to youth.

On Monday, October 28, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the Almaguin Highlands OPP responded to a complaint of an individual exposing themself to children as they were walking home from school. 

Through investigation, the individual was identified and arrested.

As a result, Norman HOPCRAFT, 63 years-of-age of South River was charged with:

  • Nudity and indecent exposure
  • Indecent act
  • Indecent exposure to a person under 16 years of age

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Sundridge.

Anyone with information regarding similar incidents are asked to contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit information online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Delamere

$30,000 Drug Bust

(DELAMERE, ON) – Two people are facing multiple charges after the Nipissing West Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a suspicious persons call on Highway 69, leading to the seizure of suspected cocaine, methamphetamine, and cash.

On Friday, May 16, 2025, at approximately 12:00 a.m., officers responded to a 911 call reporting two individuals walking in the middle of the divided portion of Highway 69, approximately 45 kilometres south of Sudbury.

Officers located the individuals, who explained that they had run out of gas and parked their vehicle on the shoulder. The pair were transported back to their vehicle. Upon speaking with the driver, officers observed signs of alcohol consumption. The driver was arrested and transported to the Greater Sudbury Police Service detachment for further testing.

A search of the vehicle, conducted incident to arrest, resulted in the seizure of suspected methamphetamine and cocaine, with an estimated street value of $30,000, along with approximately $2,745 in Canadian currency.

Zachary ANDERSON, 30 years-of-age of Oakville, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

Abas SHIRE, 32 years-of-age of Brampton, was charged with:

  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused individuals remain in custody and are scheduled to appear for before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sudbury on May 16, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

14 Year Old Repeat Offender Arrested Following Car Fire

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged an individual in connection with a fully engulfed stolen vehicle on the 401.

On May 15, 2025, at approximately 7:15 a.m. Officers with the Quinte West OPP, the OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement Team (TIME) and Quinte West Fire were dispatched to a vehicle that was fully engulfed in flame on the Eastbound shoulder of the 401 at mile marker 517. There were no individuals in the vehicle or at the scene. An investigation revealed the vehicle had been stolen from the Durham Region earlier.

As a result of the investigation, a 14-year-old from Oshawa has been charged with:

·        Theft of a Motor Vehicle

·        Failure to comply with Release Order – other than to attend court

·        Failure to comply with Undertaking

·        Failure to comply with Probation Order x2

·        Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

The name of the accused cannot be released under the terms of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

Katelynn HARPELL – Drug Trafficking

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – One person is facing drug trafficking charges after a search warrant was executed in Quinte West, connected to an incident earlier this week.

On Monday, May 12, 2025, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit, assisted by the OPP’s Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau, OPP Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit arrested and charged a 26-year-old male for drug and weapons offences.

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, as a result of the ongoing investigation, a search warrant was executed at an apartment on Dundas Street West, in Quinte West where a small quantity of suspected fentanyl was seized. One person was arrested a short time later in downtown Trenton, where officers seized over 4.8 grams of suspected fentanyl, as well as a quantity of suspected heroin.

Katelynn HARPELL, age 29 of Quinte West, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – seven counts
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

Some of these charges relate to the earlier drug seizure.

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on Friday, May 16, 2025.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

20 Year Old Drunk Driver Arrested

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation on May 15, 2025.

On May 15, 2025, at approximately 10:41 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle for a Highway Traffic act offence. Through investigation the driver was charged with Impaired driving offences.

Hannah GLOVER, 20-year-old of Little Britain, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol concentration (80 plus)

Hannah is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date.

Hannah received a 90 day licence suspension and his vehicle is 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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North Bay OPP Police Press Releases

Police Crackdown On Commercial Vehicles For 4 Entire Days This Year!

(NORTH BAY, ON) – A joint Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) training initiative hosted by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) resulted in numerous enforcement actions and one impaired driving charge during roadside inspections in the North Bay area.

The four-day training, held at the end of April, brought together members of the OPP and the North Bay Police Service for two days of in-class instruction followed by two days of proactive CMV enforcement. The initiative focused on vehicle safety, inspection protocols, and driver sobriety. Key components of keeping Ontario’s roadways safe.

Over the course of the two-day enforcement phase, officers stopped 82 commercial motor vehicles (CMV) for inspection. The operation led to the following outcomes:

·        58 Part I Provincial Offence Notices issued

·        9 Part III Provincial Offence Summonses issued

·        36 warnings issued

·        8 CMVs taken out of service

·        7 licence plates removed

·        5 Level One CMV inspections completed

One significant result of the operation occurred on Wednesday April 30, 2025, at approximately 11:00 a.m., when officers were conducting enforcement at the MTO scales on Highway 17 in North Bay. Treaver DOYLE, a 51-year-old North Bay resident, was arrested for operation while impaired – drugs. The accused was also charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

·        Operate vehicle – fail to display inspection sticker or proof

·        Drive commercial motor vehicle with a major defect

·        Drive commercial motor vehicle without required inspection

·        Fail to surrender CVOR certificate

·        Drive motor vehicle – no permit – commercial motor vehicle

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on June 3, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to traffic safety enforcement and continues to work with policing partners to hold commercial drivers accountable and remove unsafe vehicles and impaired drivers from Ontario roads.

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Moosonee OPP Police Press Releases

Police Finally Execute 85 Arrest Warrants

(MOOSONEE, ON) – The James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have concluded a targeted enforcement initiative focused on arrest warrant execution and offender compliance across the region. The James Bay Warrant Initiative ran from April 20 to April 25, 2025 in Cochrane, Kapuskasing, and Hearst, then again from May 5 to May 10, 2025 in Moosonee and Moose Factory. The initiative resulted in the execution of 85 arrest warrants and the laying of several new charges in connection with bail violations.

Officers also conducted multiple compliance checks, reinforcing public safety efforts and ensuring adherence to court-imposed conditions.

A notable success during the initiative included the seizure of a firearm on Niskaway Road in Moose Factory on May 7, 2025. The recovery is connected to a recent firearms incident that took place in Moosonee.

As previously reported, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, the James Bay OPP responded to a 911 call regarding a firearm discharged into a residence on Bert Trapper Drive in Moosonee. That investigation led to the arrest of a 47-year-old Timmins resident, who remains in custody on 14 criminal charges.

The success of the James Bay Warrant Initiative was made possible through the collaboration of the Emergency Response Team (ERT), the North Bay Offender Management and Apprehension Program (OMAP) Coordinator, and frontline officers from the North Bay and James Bay Clusters. The initiative also benefited from the valued support of our policing partners at the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS) in Moose Factory and Constance Lake.

The OPP remains committed to proactive enforcement strategies, meaningful collaboration with policing partners, and ensuring the safety and well-being of all communities we serve.

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Greenstone OPP Police Press Releases

Death In Greenstone

(GREENSTONE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a death in the Municipality of Greenstone. 

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, at approximately 12:45 a.m., members of the Greenstone OPP and the Superior North Emergency Medical Services responded to a report of a medical emergency. One individual was transported to the hospital, where they were later pronounced deceased.

A post-mortem examination will be conducted at the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OFPS) in Toronto.

The OPP North West Crime Unit is investigating, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the OFPS. Assistance is also being provided by OPP Forensic Identification Services.

Anyone who has information in relation to this investigation is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Dundalk OPP Police Press Releases

Dundalk Fire – Police Investigating

(DUNDALK, ON) – On May 16, 2025, at approximately 5:30 a.m., members of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with firefighters from Dundalk, and Shelburne responded to a reported structure fire at a residence on Mackenzie Street in Dundalk.

Emergency crews worked to fully extinguish the blaze. There were no occupants in the residence at the time.

The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing. Grey Bruce OPP are asking residents of Mackenzie Street to check their cameras for any suspicious activity and contact the Grey Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can submit a tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at [email protected].

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Greater Napanee OPP Police Press Releases

31 Year Old From Brockville Arrested – Details Released

(GREATER NAPANEE, ON) – Lennox and Addington County Detachment members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person with impaired driving and multiple provincial offences following a vehicle stop on the 401 Highway.

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, at noon, L&A County OPP members observed a motorcycle stopped on the shoulder of the 401 Highway on-ramp at Deseronto Road. Police conducted an investigation.

Kristopher HALL, a 31-year-old from Brockville, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drug
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Use plate not authorized
  • Have care or control of a vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on June 3, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Porcupine

Meth Bust – Nicholas MALETTE

(SOUTH PORCUPINE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrest one person for drug related offences.

On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at approximately 2:30 a.m., the South Porcupine OPP located a vehicle in a snowbank at the intersection of Highway 101 and Highway 655 in the City of Timmins. Police found the driver inside and was transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation the OPP seized a suspected amount of crack cocaine, cocaine and methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $1,100. Also seized was an amount of Canadian currency.

Nicholas MALETTE, 29 years-old, of Timmins was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession property obtained by crime under $5,000

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on Thursday, June 5, 2025, in Timmins.