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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Derick SULLIVAN Arrested AGAIN!

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested a suspect after a theft of power tools in the City of Pembroke.

Between April 17 and April 20, 2025, a person entered a workshop and a business van on Lea St. in the City of Pembroke. Several tools were taken. During the investigation a suspect was identified.

On April 24, 2025, police located the individual and arrested them. When they were arrested a quantity of suspected fentanyl was located.

Derick SULLIVAN, 39 years old, of Pembroke was arrested and charged with theft under $5000, break out of a place, fail to comply with probation order and possession of a schedule I substance.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Pembroke on April 25, 2025.

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Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Huron OPP Start Doing Job – 130 Charges Over Weekend #3Strikes

(HURON COUNTY, ON) – Huron Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers faced a busy Easter long weekend as they participated in the province-wide seatbelt campaign and worked around the clock to keep the motoring public safe.

Only three motor vehicle collisions were reported over the weekend in Huron County with property damage only and/or minor injuries.

Over the four-day campaign, Huron OPP officers laid 19 seatbelt charges against drivers and passengers who placed themselves and all other occupants in their vehicle at risk.   

Aggressive drivers posed a significant threat on roads, with 66 speeding charges, two distracted driving and three stunt/racing charges laid. Two impaired driving and other various traffic charges were among the 130 charges laid by Huron OPP officers over the weekend. Officers also issued 62 warnings during the campaign.

The OPP thanks all drivers and other road users who contributed to safe highways and roads over the busy long weekend.     

The OPP conducts traffic enforcement every day of the year and remains committed to saving lives on Ontario roads, waterways, and trails.

The OPP Easter Long Weekend Seatbelt Campaign ran from April 18th – April 21st, 2025. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Tay Valley

Edward HANSON Arrested After Poor Driving Complaint

(TAY VALLEY TWP, ON) – – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Sunderland resident with impaired driving.

Officers conducted a traffic stop on Highway 7, just West of Perth, in Tay Valley Township on Thursday, April 24, 2025, just after 6:00 p.m., after receiving complaints of poor driving.

The officer, while conducting a traffic investigation, arrested the driver and transported the individual to the Perth Detachment for testing.

As a result of the investigation, Edward HANSON, 49-years-old, of Sunderland, Ontario, has been charged with:

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

·        Drive no currently validated permit – Highway Traffic Act

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on May 26, 2025.

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

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Mississippi Mills OPP Police Press Releases

Kelly Rockey – Drunk Driving

(MISSISSIPPI MILLS TWP, ON) – – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Toledo resident with impaired driving.

Officers conducted a traffic stop on County Road 29, outside of Pakenham, in Mississippi Mills Township on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, just after 9:00 p.m., after receiving complaints of a vehicle stopped in the middle of the road and the driver being confused.

The officers, while conducting a traffic investigation, arrested the driver and transported the individual to the Carleton Place Detachment for testing.

As a result of the investigation, Kelly Rockey, 50-years-old, of Toledo, Ontario, has been charged with:

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

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

·        Care/control of vehicle with open alcohol

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on May 26, 2025.

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

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Another Cocaine Bust

(NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY, ON) – Police have seized drugs, firearms, and various other drug trafficking related items following search warrants executed at locations in Northumberland County, Centre Hastings, North York and Kingston.  

The Peterborough/Northumberland and Centre Hastings Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police in collaboration with the Kingston Police Service (KPS), launched a multi-jurisdictional drug trafficking investigation with information that was obtained earlier this year. As part of the operation, search warrants were executed on April 23, 2025, at four different locations.

With assistance by the KPS Drug Unit and police services front line members, four individuals were arrested and face multiple charges. Investigators additionally seized 1404 grams of suspected cocaine, 129 grams of MDMA (ecstasy), 43 Percocet pills, firearms and various other drug trafficking related items. The approximate street value of the seized drugs is $65,300. 

Daniel Jacob LAFLEUR (age 33) of Kingston, has been charged with:

  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of Proceeds by crime under $5,000

Todd SAMPSON (age 51) of Marmora, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine   (2 counts)
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of trafficking – MDMA    (2 counts)
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid     (2 counts)
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000 (2 counts)
  • Possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling (2 counts)
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm (2 counts)

Michael PELOQUIN (age 36) of North York, has been charged with:

  • Trafficking a controlled substance – Cocaine
  • Possession of prohibited device

Matthew BROCKWELL (age 35) of Marmora, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine   (2 counts)
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – MDMA    (2 counts)
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid     (2 counts)
  • Possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling (2 counts)
  • Possession of proceeds of crime (2 counts)
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm (2 counts)

Three of the accused were held for bail. The accused from North York was released with conditions to attend court in Kingston on a later date.

Members of the Northumberland OPP are committed to ensuring public safety through proactive and innovative policing in partnership with the community. If you have any information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1 888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1 800-822-8477 or visit www.stopcrimehere.ca 

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Nicholas KLOC – Impaired & Dangerous Driving

(Orillia, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual with impaired operation and dangerous operation.

On April 24, 2025, at approximately 1:55 p.m., Orlllia OPP and Orillia Fire responded to a call for a motor vehicle collision in front of a Monarch Drive business. Police were advised that the vehicle had sustained extensive damage and was on fire. With assistance from an off-duty officer the driver a white pickup truck was detained until Orillia OPP arrived on scene. After further investigation police determined the driver was impaired and was arrested. 

As a result of this investigation, Nicholas KLOC, 29-year-old of Ramara Township has been charged with:

  • ·      Dangerous Operation
  • ·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges at a later date. His driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Easton Childerhose Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On April 24, 2025 at 5:01p.m., Huntsville OPP officers responded to a report of a male possibly brandishing a weapon in the area of the Huntsville Place Mall on King William Street.  

The investigation revealed the accused, a male suspect, had brandished what was believed to be a knife and was behaving aggressively. Although the suspects behaviour was aggressive, no members of the public were injured. The male left the area but was quickly located at an apartment building a short distance away.

Witnesses provided valuable information and as a result of the investigation a male was arrested without incident.

At this time, the accused, Easton Childerhose, 22 years old of Huntsville Ontario has been charged with:

·      Assault with a Weapon

·      Weapons Dangerous

·      Assault Peace Officer X 2

·      Breach of Probation X 2

The accused was held in custody and will appear in Bail Court before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on April 25, 2025. 

The Huntsville O.P.P. want to thank all witnesses and advise there is no further concern for public safety.

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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North Caribou Lake First Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Eleanor CHIKANE

(NORTH CARIBOU LAKE FIRST NATION, ON) – Officers from the North Caribou Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment have arrested and charged an individual for drug trafficking.

On April 24, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m., North Caribou Lake First Nation Band Council security notified officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) of suspected drugs being brought into the community for the purpose of being trafficked.

Following investigation, individually packaged suspected cocaine was located and seized.

As a result of the investigation Eleanor CHIKANE 32-years-old of North Caribou Lake First Nation, Ontario, has been arrested and charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking

The accused was held in custody and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice for a bail hearing on the 24th of April, 2025.

If you have any information about illegal firearms or the trafficking of illicit substances, call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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OPP Police Press Releases

Tim GUNTER Was Arrested Again

On April 22, 2025, shortly after 3:00 p.m., officers responded to a location in the Town of Bancroft, where there was a break and enter in progress. When officers arrived, the suspects were on scene and arrested a short time later.

Tim GUNTER, age 47, and Katrina MOREAU, age 32, were charged with the following offences:

  • Break and Enter
  • Mischief Under $5,000
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

GUNTER was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on April 24, 2025. MOREAU was held for bail and released by the courts with a court date of May 6, 2025

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BONNECHERE VALLEY OPP Police Press Releases

William O’BRIEN Facing Numerous Charges

(BONNECHERE VALLEY TWP, ON) – A traffic stop in Bonnechere Valley Township (BVT) has resulted in several serious charges for a local resident.

On April 23, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., officers from the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Highway 41. Police seized a loaded firearm, ammunition, alcohol and cannabis from the vehicle. The driver was taken to the detachment for testing. 

As a result of this investigation 40-year-old William O’BRIEN of BVT has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC), Cannabis Control Act (CCA), Highway Traffic Act (HTA) and Liquor Licence and Control Act (LLCA) offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Careless storage of a firearm
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis in open baggage
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and the vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on May 20, 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.

One individual was transported to hospital with serious injuries. The driver of the SUV was pronounced deceased at scene.

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

Egremont Drive is closed between Hedley Drive and Ilderton Road and is expected to remain closed for the next few hours as the investigation continues.

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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Barber OPP Police Press Releases

Richard GINGRAS – Arson & Firearm Charges

(BARBER TOWNSHIP, ON) – One person has been charged with arson in relation to a fire in Barber Township.

On Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., the Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with the Elk Lake Fire Department responded to a fire at a residence on Mountain Chute Road in Barber Township.

As a result of the investigation, Richard GINGRAS, 46-years-of-age of Barber Township, was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Arson – disregard for human life
  • Arson – damage to property

Additionally, as a result on an unrelated ongoing investigation, Richard GINGRAS, 46-years-of-age of Barber Township, was also charged with:

  • Careless Use of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or Ammunition – two counts
  • Unauthorized Poss of a Firearm
  • Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with any person in the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Haileybury, on May 13, 2025.

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Burwash OPP Police Press Releases

Eron ROCHESTER Was Arrested Again

(BURWASH TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police charged the driver that fled from a traffic stop.

On Monday April 21, 2025, at approximately 2:35 p.m., the Nipissing West (Sudbury) Detachment of the OPP conducted a traffic stop on Highway 69, Burwash Township, south of Sudbury.

While police were conducting an investigation with the driver, who had provided false documents, the vehicle fled north towards Sudbury. The driver was later identified and arrested on April 23, 2025, by Greater Sudbury Police Service.

As a result of the investigation, Eron ROCHESTER, 28 years-of-age, from Toronto, was charged with:

  • Flight from peace officer
  • Dangerous operation
  • Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Personation with intent to avoid arrest, prosecution or obstruct justice (Identity fraud)
  • Possession of an identity document
  • Use document without authority
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court -two counts

The accused was held for Bail Court and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on April 24, 2025, in Sudbury.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

DEER Involved In Collision Arrested

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person has been arrested and is facing impaired-related charges after a two-vehicle collision in Little Current.

On Friday, April 18, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a vehicle collision where a person drove their vehicle into a parked vehicle, causing damage. Police arrived on scene and determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance. Further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, Stephanie DEER, 31-years-old from Sheguindah, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Careless driving
  • Novice driver – presence of drug
  • Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on June 10, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Maxwell WABEGIJIK Was Arrested

(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person has been arrested for impaired operation in Espanola.

On April 15, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol in the Town of Espanola, when they received an Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) alert for a possible suspended driver on a passing vehicle. Police conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle on Centre Street in Espanola. Police observed signs that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance, and further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

Additionally, police seized a small amount of suspected cocaine.

As a result, the driver, Maxwell WABEGIJIK, 42-years-old from Sheshegwaning First Nation, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Refusal to comply with demand
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine
  • Driving while under suspension

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on June 2, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.