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Atikokan OPP Police Press Releases

Belinda ROBINSON Was Arrested Again #RepeatOffender #3Strikes

(ATIKOKAN, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Atikokan stopped a drug impaired driver who was also breaching judicial release conditions.

On May 10, 2025, at approximately 7:00 pm, the Atikokan OPP stopped a vehicle on Hwy 11 after observing it cross the center line. The officer suspected impairment and conducted a standardized field sobriety test. The driver failed the test and was arrested. Additional investigation determined the driver was violating judicial release conditions. A drug recognition exam was completed at the Atikokan Detachment.

Belinda ROBINSON, 57-years-old, from Atikokan is charged with: impaired operation alcohol or drugs, refusing to comply with a demand, possession of a Schedule I substance (cocaine), and two counts of fail to comply with a release order other than to attend court.

The accused’s driver license was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. The accused was held by police and has a bail hearing scheduled for May 14, 2025, in the Thunder Bay Ontario Court of Justice.

The Rainy River District Detachment OPP is committed to improving road safety through increased enforcement, and public education. The public can do its part by reporting impaired drivers. If you suspect someone is driving impaired call 9-1-1. Road safety is everyone’s shared responsibility. 

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Another From Fergus Arrested

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On May 11, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a motor vehicle on St. Andrew Street East in Fergus.

As a result of the investigation, Dana Christine DOCHINE, 50-years-old of Fergus, was charged with:

– Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) contrary to the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on May 20, 2025.

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 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

41 Year Old From Fergus Arrested

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – On May 9, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., officers from the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Sideroad 19 at Beatty Line in Fergus.

During the operation, officers observed a vehicle make a U-turn as it approached the RIDE check. Police stopped the vehicle a short distance away. 

As a result of the investigation, Joaquim DASILVA 41-year-old of Fergus, was charged with:

– Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus contrary to the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on May 20, 2025.

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 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

5 Impaired Drivers Arrested – Details Released

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged another five drivers with impaired driving during the first two weekends in May, bringing the total number of drivers charged in May to six.

On May 2, 2025, at 8:40 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to reports of a single vehicle collision on Lone Pine Drive in Bracebridge after a vehicle left the roadway and landed on its side. The driver was uninjured, and police subsequently arrested and charged 22-year-old Travis DYKE of Bracebridge with Impaired Operation and Over 80. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 3, 2025, to answer to his charges.

On May 3, 2025, at 12:15 a.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to reports of another single vehicle collision on Brackenrig Road in Muskoka Lakes Township after a vehicle left the roadway and came to rest in a ditch. The driver was uninjured, and police subsequently arrested and charged 31-year-old Ariel HARTOG of Mactier with Impaired Operation and Over 80. She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 3, 2025, to answer to her charges.

On May 10, 2025, just after 11:00 a.m., a Bracebridge OPP officer was conducting routine patrols in Georgian Bay Township and conducted a traffic stop on Highway 400 North. It was determined that there were issues with the drivers license and subsequent to an investigation, police arrested and charged 51-year-old Jason SCHELL of Mactier with the following:

  • Operation while Impaired
  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand
  • Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code X 5
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon
  • Fail to Attend for Fingerprints

He was held in custody for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice on May 12, 2025 to answer to his charges.

Police also arrested and charged the passenger in this vehicle, 33-year-old Jessica BEASLEY of Mactier with Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Opioid and Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon. She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 24, 2025 to answer to her charges.

On May 10, 2025, at 2:20 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to reports of another single vehicle collision on Taylor Road near Cedar Lane in Bracebridge after a vehicle left the roadway struck a pole. The driver was uninjured, and police subsequently arrested and charged 59-year-old Kerry HASTINGS of Bracebridge with Impaired Operation, Over 80 and Operation while Prohibited. She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 10, 2025, to answer to her charges.

On May 11, 2025, at 9:15 p.m. a Bracebridge OPP officer was conducting general patrol in the town of Bracebridge and came across a vehicle that was in the ditch. The officer conducted an investigation into the circumstances and subsequently arrested and charged 40-year-old Brenna BENVEGNU of Bracebridge with Impaired Operation and Over 80. She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 10, 2025, to answer to her charges.

This brings the current number of drivers charged with impaired driving related offenses in Bracebridge detachment area alone, to 42 in 2025. 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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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

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

At approximately 8:30 p.m. on Friday, May 9, 2025, a Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer conducted a traffic stop and initiated an investigation on Cockshutt Road in Boston, Norfolk County.

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

37-year-old James MACDONALD from Norfolk County has been charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Disobey stop sign – fail to stop.

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

At approximately 8:14 a.m. on Sunday, May 11, 2025, a Norfolk County OPP officer conducted a traffic stop and initiated an investigation on Court Street in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

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

33-year-old Shawn MATSCHKE-CLARKE from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Driver fail to surrender licence,
  • Fail to surrender insurance card,
  • Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit.

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

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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Grey Highlands OPP Police Press Releases

Weapon & Drug Bust

(GREY HIGHLANDS, ON) – A nightshift Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program conducted by the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) resulted in the seizure of multiple illegal drugs and a handgun. Two individuals have been arrested, and several charges have been laid.

Shortly after 1:30 a.m., Grey Bruce OPP were conducting a RIDE program in the Municipality of Grey Highlands when the first vehicle that entered the RIDE check was further investigated.

Arian ZAMAN 25-years-old of Toronto, is charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Adult Carry Concealed Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Adult Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Adult Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was firearm
  • Adult Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Adult Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking (3 counts)
  • Adult Have care or control of vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

Rune Nahj MATHURIN 31-year-old of Toronto, is charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Adult Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking (3 counts)
  • Adult Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Adult Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was firearm
  • Adult Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

The accused are schedule for a bail hearing on May 12, 2025, before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

30 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 after locating a vehicle roll over.

On Sunday, May 11, 2025, just after 10:30 p.m., Bancroft OPP officers attended the scene of the collision near Elephant Lake Road in the Municipality Highlands East. 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.

Riyaz KHOJA, a 30-year-old resident of Mississauga, 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 May 27, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

Arrest Made In Fake Gold Jewellery Scam

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a complaint of an individual selling fake gold jewellery.

On May 8, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., Quinte West OPP received a complaint of an individual flagging down traffic on the ramp exiting the 401. The individual claimed to be out of gas and was willing to exchange gold jewellery for cash. An investigation led to the individual being arrested.

Alexandru TRANCA, 46 years old from Scarborough, has been charged with Fraud under $5000.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on June 12, 2025.

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Area OPP Huron Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

Property Dispute Ends With Violence #StandYourGround #Uprising

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On May 10, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a disturbance along Havelock Street, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Investigation revealed that an individual brandished an edged weapon after a dispute over property. The individual was placed under arrest and held in custody for a bail hearing, where they were subsequently released.

On May 11, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received a report of an assault at a residence along Havelock Street, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Investigation revealed that the same individual had allegedly committed an assault on another person. They were again placed under arrest and held in custody for a bail hearing.

Allan SIMICK, 59-years-old, of the Township of Huron-Kinloss, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, CC 88
  • Assault cause bodily harm, CC 267(c)

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to 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.

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London OPP Police Press Releases

OPP To Enforce Law For 3 Days Due To Spike In School Bus Collisions

(LONDON, ON) -Officers with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) West Region are taking steps to combat a recent spike in school bus crashes with a new traffic enforcement campaign aimed at ensuring the safety of our Region’s school children.

The campaign, “Safety Stops Here”, runs from May 12, 2025, until May 15, 2025. West Region OPP members from 13 detachments will conduct enforcement blitzes for school bus runs using marked and unmarked cruisers. Officers will also “adopt a bus” by selecting a route and following the school bus to its destination.

Officers will focus their efforts on drivers who fail to stop for school buses with activated stop arms, in addition to those motorists who engage in unsafe driving behaviours like unsafe passing, speeding and following too closely.

OPP West Region is launching the campaign after officers responded to nine school bus collisions last month alone. While no injuries were reported, the frequency and risk to student safety is a growing concern. Stopping for school buses is not optional-it’s the law.

“Risky driving behaviours around school buses are unacceptable. This initiative presents an opportunity to raise awareness through enforcement and education. The goal is to help ensure a safe end to the school year for students across our communities.” – Inspector Mike McConnell, OPP West Region Traffic Safety and Marine Manager.

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Lucan Biddulph OPP Police Press Releases

OPP Invoke Silence & SIU Mandate Again

(LUCAN BIDDULPH, ON) – The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked their mandate following an incident in Middlesex County.

On Saturday, May 10, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., members of the Middlesex Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to an address on Butler Street in Lucan Biddulph Township following reports of a disturbance.

Upon police arrival, a male fled in a vehicle, striking two cruisers. The individual was seen heading towards the City of London.

With assistance of members of the London Police Service, OPP officers located and stopped the vehicle on Richmond Street near Jacksway Crescent in the City of London. During the interaction with police, the male became unresponsive. Officers administered first aid, and the male was transported to a local hospital. 

As a result, the OPP has notified the province’s Special Investigations Unit which has invoked its mandate. The OPP will not be able to provide further information. Any other inquiries should be directed to SIU Communications at [email protected].

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Arran-Elderslie OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Arrested For Drunk Driving

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) – On May 9, 2025, at approximately 12:16 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check a vehicle along Bruce Road 10, Municipality of Arran-Elderslie.

The investigating officer determined that the driver was operating the vehicle in contradiction to licence status. The driver fled the area on foot but was placed under arrest shortly thereafter. The investigating officer detected signs of impairment. The driver was transported for further testing.

Farouk SULEMANA, 33-years-old, of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie was charged with:

  • Impaired Operation (80 plus), CC 320.14(1)(b)
  • Resist peace officer, CC 129(a)
  • Obstruct peace officer, CC 129(a)
  • Fail to comply with release order, CC 145(5)(a)
  • Driving while under suspension, HTA 53(1)
  • Driving motor vehicle with unsealed container of liquor, LLCA 42(1)(a)

The accused is set to appear in the Walkerton Court of Justice on June 4, 2025.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to 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.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On May May 5, 2025 at 3:26 a.m., Huntsville OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. checkpoint on Main Street West in Huntsville. A vehicle drove up and the driver was recognized as being a suspended driver and a male passenger was identified as being wanted on a warrant. There was also a female passenger in the vehicle.  

The males were arrested and during a search a quantity of suspected cocaine was located.  As a result of the investigation the three occupants were arrested and charged.

Daniel EARL, 53 years old of Huntsville is charged:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance

·        Driving while under suspension

Stuart ADAMSON, 32 years old of Huntsville is charged:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance

Shannon McEACHERN, 43 years old of Huntsville is charged:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance

·        Fail to comply with probation order

The accused were all released from police custody and are all to attend court at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on June 17, 2025. 

The Huntsville OPP is committed to serving our province. 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.crimestoppers.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 Police Press Releases Wellington North

12 Year Old Airlifted Following Collision Near Mount Forest

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A 12-year-old child is in critical condition in hospital following a collision near Mount Forest.

On May 10, 2025, at approximately 10:00 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Wellington North Fire Service, and Guelph Wellington Paramedics Service, responded to a farm property in the vicinity of Highway 6 and Sideroad 2, south of Mount Forest.

It was reported that a child riding on a bicycle collided with a skid steer.

The child was transported to a trauma hospital by Ornge air ambulance.

The cause of the collision is under investigation.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested Following Stabbing

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On May 11, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested two people after an altercation in Elliot Lake.

On May 9, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m. police were called to assist paramedics with a male in medical distress in a wooded area between Tokyo Crescent and Paris Drive.  The male was transported to hospital with knife wounds and remains in stable condition. An altercation took place at a Tokyo Crescent residence between numerous people which later resulted in one of the males being assaulted with a knife. 

Jordan VINTINNER, 35-years-old, of Elliot Lake, was charged with – Aggravated assault.

William VINTINNER, 34-years-old, of Elliot Lake, was charged with – Aggravated assault.

The accused persons are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on May 12, 2025. 

The OPP’s Forensic Identification Service (FIS), Canine Unit, Emergency Response Team (ERT) and East Algoma Crime Unit continue the investigation. 

Police are looking to speak with the female who attended a residence on Tokyo Crescent to call 911. Please attend the Elliot Lake OPP Detachment or call 1-888-310-1122.