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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Mohammadreza HEIDARI – Theft & Trafficking

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon OPP Detachment Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) were able to recover a cube van load of stolen property following an investigation in the Town of Caledon.

The Caledon OPP CSCU initiated an investigation starting near the beginning of April 2025 following a report of theft from a Caledon based company. On Friday, April 25, 2025 a search warrant was executed at a residence in Georgetown resulting in the recovery of approximately $350,000 worth of stolen property. 

As a result of the investigation one suspect was arrested and charged.

Mohammadreza HEIDARI, 40 years old, from Georgetown has been charged with:

  • Theft Over $5000
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000
  • Trafficking in Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

The accused is scheduled to appear in Orangeville Provincial Court in June.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other crime is asked to contact the Caledon OPP Detachment at (905) 584-2241 or toll free at 1-888-310-1122.

You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers

at: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous and never have to testify.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

David Jack (DJ) WILLETT Was Arrested Again

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On April 27, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a known person on Tokyo Crescent.

Police were conducting regular patrol duties when they recognized a person who had an arrest warrant for failing to attend court on March 4, 2025, to answer to previous drug related charges.     

David Jack (DJ) WILLETT, 34-years-old, of Elliot Lake, was arrested and charged with:

  • Failure to attend court while on Release Order
  • Failure to attend court after having appeared

The accused was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on April 28, 2025.

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

Michael VAUGHAN – Impaired Driving

(BROCKTON, ON) – On April 25, 2025, at approximately 6:32 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a motor vehicle collision along Bruce Road 3, Municipality of Brockton.

On arrival, officers observed a single motor vehicle had entered the ditch. The investigating officer detected signs of impairment from the involved driver. The driver was placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Michael VAUGHAN, 56-years-old, of the Municipality of Brockton was charged with:

  • Impaired Operation (80 plus), CC 320.14(1)(b)

The accused is set to appear in the Walkerton Court of Justice on May 28, 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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North Shore OPP Police Press Releases

Matthieu LALANDE Charged

(NORTH SHORE TOWNSHIP, ON) – The East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged a driver after receiving notification from the Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR).  

On April 27, 2025, at approximately 9:30 a.m., the OPP stopped the burgundy car on Highway 108, North Shore Township. After investigation, police learned there was no insurance on the car and the wrong plates were being used.   

Matthieu LALANDE, 38-years-old, from Elliot Lake, was charged with:

  • Cause motor vehicle to operate without insurance
  • Permit use of plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Drive motor vehicle, fail to display two plates

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on May 20, 2025.

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Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

Thomas BRINDLEY – Meth, Impaired Operation, Etc.

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On April 27, 2025, at approximately 12:55 a.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check a vehicle along Campbell Street, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Thomas BRINDLEY, 46-years-old, of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired, CC 320.14(1)(a)
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand, CC 320.15(1)
  • Resist peace officer, CC 129(a)
  • Obstruct peace officer, CC 129(a)
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – methamphetamine, CDSA 4(1)
  • Have care or control of a vehicle with cannabis readily available, CCA 12(1)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Court of Justice on May 28, 2025, to answer to the charge.

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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Mapleton OPP Police Press Releases

Cody James O’RIELLY Was Arrested

(MAPLETON TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges a Burlington resident with numerous offences following a traffic stop.

On April 27, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a member of the Wellington County OPP Traffic Management Unit was performing a traffic enforcement initiative when they stopped a motor vehicle on Highway 6 near Wellington Road 17 in Mapleton Township.

As a result of the investigation, Cody James O’RIELLY, a 32-year-old resident of Burlington is charged with:

  • Impaired operation-over 80
  • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
  • Stunt driving-excessive speed
  • Speeding-50 plus km/h over posted speed limit
  • Possess unmarked cigarettes

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 14-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice- Guelph on May 9, 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. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested At RIDE – Drugs A Factor

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – Two people have been arrested for weapons and drug related offences following a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check.

On Monday, April 28, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE check at the Swing Bridge in Little Current. A vehicle came through the RIDE, and police observed open alcohol in the vehicle. Further investigation resulted in both the driver and passenger being arrested.

Additionally, police seized a handgun, an amount of suspected fentanyl with an estimated street value of $1,500, and an amount of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $200.

As a result, the driver, Peter SCHAJ, 61-years-old from Sudbury, was charged with:

  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of prohibited device for dangerous purpose
  • Careless storage of firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was prohibited weapon
  • Possession of prohibited firearm with ammunition
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device
  • Carrying concealed weapon
  • Carrying concealed prohibited device
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a prohibited device
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The passenger, Luke WABEGIJIK, 24-years-old from Sheshegwaning First Nation, was charged with:

  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of prohibited device for dangerous purpose
  • Careless storage of firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a prohibited weapon
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a prohibited device
  • Possession of prohibited firearm with ammunition
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device
  • Carrying concealed weapon
  • Carry concealed prohibited device
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – opioid
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine
  • Passenger – fail to properly wear seatbelt

Both accused remain in custody, and are scheduled to appear in court today, April 28, 2025.

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Stacy ZIMMER – Drunk Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON) – One person has been charged with impaired driving after a traffic stop in Lakeshore.

On April 26, 2025, at approximately 11:32 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Deer Run Trail in the Municipality of Lakeshore.

Stacy ZIMMER, 42-years-old of Lakeshore, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

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

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 – Windsor on May 9, 2025, to speak to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”.

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 of alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Emo OPP Police Press Releases

Missing American Found Deceased

(EMO, ON) – A body recovered from the Rainy River near the Town of Emo has been positively identified as a US citizen missing since December 28th, 2024.

On January 11th, 2025, the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a request from the International Falls Police Department to assist with a missing person investigation. US law enforcement believed the missing person had attempted to cross into Canada at a location other than a Port of Entry.

A body located in the Rainy River on April 16th, 2025, has been positively identified as 59-year-old, US Citizen Michael TJOSAAS.

Investigation by the Fort Frances OPP in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service, with assistance from the OPP Fort Frances Crime Unit, the OPP Forensic Identification Service and the International Falls Police Department has concluded. The cause of death is consistent with drowning. Foul play is not suspected.

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Essex OPP Police Press Releases

Stephanie PAULTON – Drunk Driving

(ESSEX, ON) – One person has been charged with impaired driving after a traffic complaint in Essex.

On April 27, 2025, at approximately 12:20 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a traffic complaint on County Road 11 in the Town of Essex.

Stephanie PAULTON, 37-yeas-old of Lakeshore, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

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

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 – Windsor on May 8, 2025, to speak to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”.

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 of alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Andrew GALLANT – Drunk Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON) – One person has been charged with impaired driving after a traffic stop in Lakeshore.

On April 27, 2025, at approximately 11:42 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Dupuis Street in the Municipality of Lakeshore.

Andrew GALLANT, 47-years-old of Belle River, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

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

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 – Windsor on May 7, 2025, to speak to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”.

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 of alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Cochrane OPP Police Press Releases

$200,000 Drug Bust – Felix OBENG-DONKOR

(COCHRANE, ON) – A North York resident is facing multiple charges after police seized a loaded firearm and a significant quantity of drugs following an arrest in Cochrane.

On Sunday April 27, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 911 call of suspected drug trafficking.

Officers located the subject at a commercial property on Railway Street in Cochrane and placed the individual under investigative detention. A loaded 10mm handgun was found in the individual’s possession, and the person was placed under arrest. A subsequent search incident to arrest led to the seizure of suspected fentanyl, cocaine, and heroin, with an estimated combined street value of approximately $200,000. Police also seized a cellphone and approximately $6,000 in Canadian currency.

As a result of the investigation, Felix OBENG-DONKOR, 29 years-of-age of North York, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – heroin
  • Possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Fail to comply with release order – three counts

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cochrane on April 28, 2025.

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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Middlesex County OPP investigating a fatal two-vehicle collision.

On April 24, 2025, at 10:40 p.m., emergency services including members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Middlesex-London Paramedic Service and Middlesex Centre Fire, were dispatched to Egremont Drive in Middlesex Centre, for a two-vehicle collision between a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) and a transport truck.

The driver of the transport truck was transported to hospital with serious injuries.

The driver of the SUV, a 44-year-old of London, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Members of the OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team attended the scene to assist with the investigation.

Egremont Drive was closed between Hedley Drive and Ilderton Road for a number of hours.

Anyone with information regarding this incident can contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-84777 (TIPS) where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Bradley BEAUSOLEIL – Drunk Driving

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On April 27, 2025, at approximately 2:45 a.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single motor vehicle into a ditch on Third Line, near Belwood Lake.

As a result of the investigation, Bradley BEAUSOLEIL, 42-years-old of Severn Township, was charged with:

– Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs contrary to the Criminal Code

– 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 6, 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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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Do You Recogize This Theft Suspect?

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is asking for the public’s assistance as it investigates two businesses that were broken into.

On April 26, 2025, the Wellington County OPP received two separate reports of break and enters which occurred near the intersection of Main Street South and Queen Street East in Mount Forest.

The first reported break-in occurred sometime overnight between April 25, 2025, and April 26, 2025, on Queen Street East. An unknown suspect(s) gained entry to the business by breaking in through a basement window. The store was ransacked, and a laptop computer was stolen.

The second break-in occurred on April 26, 2025, at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Main Street South. A lone suspect was captured on security video. The suspect broke in through a rear door and stole cash and a “point of sale” terminal.

The suspect was wearing a dark jacket, grey hoodie, gray pants, and light coloured running shoes.

Any person with information regarding these incidents should contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 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.

Please do not hesitate to report any suspicious activity in your neighbourhood to the police.