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Georgian Bluffs OPP Police Press Releases

Jeffery Mole Arrested Following Collision

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – An individual from South Bruce Peninsula is facing impaired driving-related charges stemming from a single motor vehicle collision that had occurred on Sideroad 9, in the Township of Georgian Bluffs.

On April 26, 2025, at approximately 9:13 a.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Sideroad 9, in the Township of Georgian Bluffs. The driver had swerved to avoid a turkey and lost control of the vehicle, ending up in a ditch.

Jeffery Mole, 44-years-old, of South Bruce Peninsula, is charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Alcohol
  • Operation while Impaired – 80 plus

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on May 15, 2025.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Madoc OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Motorcycle Collision

(MADOC, ON) – The province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate following a fatal collision on Highway 7 in Madoc.

On Sunday, April 27, 2025, shortly before 8:30 p.m., officers with the Central Hastings Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to reports of a vehicle being driven erratically, westbound on Highway 7. Shortly afterward, the officers discovered a collision involving the reported vehicle and a motorcycle.

The motorcycle rider, a 57-year-old male, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the car, a 19-year-old male, was not injured.

The OPP investigation is continuing with assistance from an OPP Collision Reconstructionist and Technical Collision Investigators from the OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team.

As the SIU has invoked its mandate, the OPP will not be able to provide any further information. Any media inquiries related to the SIU investigation should be directed to [email protected].

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

BAILEY Arrested For Impaired Driving

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – Wellington County OPP received a traffic complaint which led to an individual from South Bruce, ON being charged with impaired driving related charges.

On April 25, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a possible impaired driver on Wellington Road 109, east of Teviotdale.

As a result of the investigation, Steven BAILEY, 43-year-old of South Bruce, ON, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle

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 before 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.ca You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

75 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 Hastings Highlands.

On Sunday, April 27, 2025, just before 8:00 p.m., Bancroft OPP officers were conducting a RIDE program on Peterson Road. One driver was transported to the detachment for testing, but once at the detachment, the driver refused to give a sample of their breath.

As a result, Steward CARROLL, a 75-year-old resident of Harcourt, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

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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North Perth OPP Police Press Releases

One Airlifted Following Collision

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – One person has been injured following a single motor vehicle collision in the Municipality of North Perth.

On April 26, 2025 shortly after 10:00 p.m. the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with Perth County Paramedic Services, Ornge Air Ambulance and the North Perth Fire Department, responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle on Perth Line 77, in the Municipality of North Perth.

As a result of the collision the 29-year-old male driver was air lifted to a local trauma centre with life-threatening injuries.

Perth Line 77 was temporarily closed but has since been reopened. Members of the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement Team and Perth County OPP are still investigating this collision.

The Perth County OPP is requesting anyone who may have witnessed this collision or has dashcam footage 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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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

One Sent To Hospital – OPP Invoke Silence & “SIU Mandate” #FilmThePolice #FTP

(KENORA, ON) – The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate in relation to an incident that took place in Kenora, Ontario.

On Saturday, April 26, 2025, shortly before 11:00 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Kenora Detachment observed a female with an outstanding bench warrant. The female was placed under arrest and transported to the Kenora OPP Detachment where she was subsequently lodged in cells and held for a bail hearing.

On Sunday, April 27, 2025, shortly before 2:00 a.m., the female prisoner went into medical distress. She was subsequently transported to the local hospital.   

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

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OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Exeter Sexual Assault Update – One Arrested

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested one individual in connection with a sexual assault that occurred in the Municipality of South Huron.

On April 25, 2025, the OPP launched an investigation after receiving information of a sexual assault that occurred on the McNaughton-Morrison Trail near the town of Exeter between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

The OPP have identified and arrested one male in connection with this investigation. The name of the individual will not be released at this time as the investigation is still on-going.

If you or anyone you know were in the area at the noted time and have information or video footage of the incident, 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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Smiths Falls

19 Year Old Facing Assault & Drunk Driving Charges

(SMITHS FALLS, ON) – Members of the Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges of impaired driving and assault police officer following an investigation that spanned between Highway 15 in Elgin and the Town of Smiths Falls.

On Saturday, April 26, 2025, just before 8:00 p.m., a citizen made reports of suspicious activity between three occupants of a parked vehicle. The vehicle was said to have taken off on Highway 15 at a high rate of speed.

Members of Leeds OPP and the Smiths Falls Police Service located the vehicle at a gas station in the Town of Smiths Falls. Following an investigation, the driver was arrested. During the arrest, two officers sustained minor injuries.

The driver, Okon DIBAUD, 19 years old, of Gatineau, Québec, was charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration
  • Assault with intent to resist arrest – two counts
  • Resist peace officer – two counts

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on May 23, 2025.

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – A driver has died following a two-vehicle collision involving a passenger vehicle and a commercial vehicle in Oxford County.

On April 26, 2025, at approximately 11:50 p.m., members from the Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Paramedic Services and Fire Services responded to a two-vehicle collision in the eastbound lanes of Highway 401, near Mill Street.

The investigation indicated the passenger vehicle was travelling westbound in the eastbound lanes of the highway.

An 81-year-old resident of Woodstock was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the commercial vehicle reported no injuries.

Two lanes of the highway were closed to facilitate the investigation but have since re-opened.

The Oxford OPP with the assistance of West Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team continue to investigate the collision.

Anyone with information or dash-cam footage is asked to contact the Oxford OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS), or submit an online tip at www.oxfordcrimestoppers.com, where you could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

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EAST ZORRA - TAVISTOCK OPP Police Press Releases

Dangerous Impaired Driver Arrested – Prabhsimranjit Singh

(EAST ZORRA-TAVISTOCK, ON) – An individual from Zorra Township is facing impaired driving-related charges stemming from a collision that occurred on Oxford Road 17, in the Township of East Zorra-Tavistock.

On April 25, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Oxford Road 17, in the Township of East Zorra-Tavistock.

Prabhsimranjit Singh, 21-years-old, of Zorra Township, has been charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

·      Dangerous operation

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on May 27, 2025.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Ingersoll OPP Police Press Releases

88 Year Old Drunk Driver Facing Hit & Run Charge

(INGERSOLL, ON) – An individual from Cambridge is facing impaired driving-related charges stemming from a fail to remain collision that occurred on Canterbury Street in the Town of Ingersoll.

On April 24, 2025, at approximately 5:15 p.m., members of the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to Canterbury Street in the Town of Ingersoll for a report of a single vehicle, motor vehicle collision where the driver of the vehicle had failed to remain at the scene of the collision.

Officers made patrols and located the subject motor vehicle.

Manuel Furtado, 88-years-old, of Cambridge, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

·      Dangerous Operation

·      Failure to stop after accident

There were no reported injuries because of this collision.

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

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

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Minto OPP Police Press Releases

24 Year Old From Palmerston Arrested For Threats

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – On April 23, 2025, the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of threats which took place at an address in Palmerston and entered into an intimate partner violence investigation.

As a result of the investigation, a 24-year-old of Palmerston has been charged with two counts of Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm contrary to the Criminal Code. 

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph at a later date. 

Victims of sexual assault and intimate partner violence are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Wellington. If you are in immediate crisis, dial 911. 

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Death Being Investigated By OPP

(Midland, ON) – The Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a death in Midland.

Officers were called to a residence on Glen Bogie Crescent shortly after 7:00 p.m. on April 27, 2025, where one person was located injured, transported to hospital, and later pronounced as deceased.

While the cause of death cannot yet be confirmed, investigators believe there is no imminent threat to public safety, although the OPP reminds all members of the public to be aware of their personal safety at all times.

The investigation, assisted by the OPP Emergency Response Team and the OPP Central Region Canine Unit, is in its early stages and no further details can be released at this time. Residents of the area should expect to see a large police presence.

If anyone has any information that may assist the investigation, they should contact the Southern Georgian Bay OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

31 Year Old From Stratford Arrested

(TOWNSHIP OF WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) – On April 24, 2025, Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged a Stratford resident in relation to an intimate partner violence investigation.

On April 24, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to an address in Arthur to report of a disturbance.

As a result of the investigation, a 31-year-old of Stratford is charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with Spousal Assault.

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victim(s).

Victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources listed below that are available to help:

·        Victim Services Wellington: 519-824-1212

·        Sexual Assault / Domestic Violence Care and Treatment Centre: 519-837-6440

·        Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis: 519-836-1110 or 1-800-265-7233

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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Howick OPP Police Press Releases

43 Year Old From Howick Arrested – Details Released

(HOWICK, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Howick Township resident with criminal driving offences following a collision on April 12th, 2025, in the Township of Howick. 

Just after 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, Huron County OPP officers received a report of a collision involving a farm tractor hauling grain wagons that had entered a ditch on Forest Line in Howick Twp. Police attended and spoke to the driver, determining that the driver’s ability to operate the tractor was impaired.

The driver was arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over four times the legal limit.

Stephen BEYERSBERGEN, 43 years of age from Howick Twp has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80,

–      Dangerous Operation.

The accused was additionally charged with an offence under the Liquor Licence Control Act.

The vehicle involved was towed, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on May 12, 2025.