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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Reice FEYEN – Impaired Operation

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation following several complaints of a suspicious vehicle.

On Friday April 10, 2025, shortly after 7:30 p.m., Bancroft OPP officers were made aware of a suspicious vehicle on Highway 62 south of Bancroft. The driver of the vehicle performed a standard field sobriety test (SFST) and was then transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result, Reice FEYEN, a 62-year-old resident of Bancroft, has been charged with Operation while impaired.

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on May 6, 2025.

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ADJALA-TOSORONTIO OPP Police Press Releases

Dwayne HORAN – Drunk Driving

(ADJALA- TOSORONTIO, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver involved in a single vehicle collision with impaired operation in Adjala-Tosorontio Township.

On April 13, 2025, shortly after 4:00 a.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 89 and County Road 50. The driver called 911 to report that he had struck a traffic light pole and was unsure if he required a tow truck, no injuries were reported. 

At 4:16 a.m., officers arrived at the collision at which time the officer spoke with the lone male driver. The male stated he was driving eastbound into Alliston when he swerved around two deer that suddenly ran across the road.

The male was asked if he had any alcohol or drug use and he admitted to having some, hours prior at which time the officer issued an Approved Screening Device demand (ASD). Subsequently the driver provided a sample which resulted in a “Fail”. 

At 4:21 a.m., Dwayne HORAN, a 50-year-old male of Alliston was arrested and charged with the following:

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

In addition to the charges, the driver was issued a 90-day license suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. 

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Bradford on May 8 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving 

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Adriana SEMPLE – Assault

(BANCROFT, ON) – The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police has charged one person following an altercation.

On April 10, 2025, shortly before 5:00 p.m., officers responded to a disturbance at a residence in Hastings Highlands. One person was arrested at the scene.

Adriana SEMPLE, age 25 of Hastings Highlands, has been charged with assault.

The accused was released from custody is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on May 6, 2025.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

45 Year Old From Kincardine Arrested – Details Released

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On April 8, 2025, at approximately 6:07 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check a vehicle along Highway 21, Municipality of Kincardine.

After speaking with the driver, the investigating officer detected signs of impairment. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest. A search incident to arrest led to the discovery of approximately 40g of suspected cocaine. The driver was transported for further testing.

On April 9, 2025, the South Bruce OPP, the Grey-Bruce Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), and Huron-Perth CSCU, executed a search warrant in relation to this matter at an address in the Municipality of Kincardine. The search resulted in the seizure of suspected illicit drugs and prohibited weapons.

Mark MCINTOSH, 45-years-old, resident of Kincardine, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired, CC 320.14(1)(a)
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, CDSA 5(2)
  • Possession of a schedule I substance, CDSA 4(1)
  • Possession of a prohibited device, CC 92(2)
  • Fail to comply with undertaking, CC 145(4)(a)
  • Careless driving, HTA 130(1)

The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently remanded into custody.

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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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Karanvir MANN Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a failed to remain collision and charged a driver with over four times the legal limit with impaired operation.

On April 10, 2025, shortly after 2:00 p.m., officers responded to a report of a collision on Dotchson Avenue, where a vehicle had failed to remain at the scene. Officers located the vehicle and met with the driver. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest.  

As a result of the investigation, Karanvir MANN, 33, of Caledon, was charged with:

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

• Operation while impaired – alcohol 

• Dangerous operation

• Fail to remain

• Fail to report damage to property on highway

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on May 1, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

WHITEHEAD Arrested AGAIN! #3Strikes

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On April 13, 2025, at approximately 8:09 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a suspicious person acting aggressively towards a homeowner, at a residential property along Highway 9, Municipality of Kincardine. 

Officers attended the area and located the individual, who brandished an edged weapon towards police. The individual was eventually taken into custody without injury to the subject or to responding officers.

As a result of the investigation, Michael WHITEHEAD, 30-years-old, of the Municipality of Kincardine has been charged with:

·      Assault police with a weapon, CC 270.01(1)(a)

·      Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose, CC 88

·      Fail to comply with Probation, 733.1(1) – four counts

The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently remanded into custody.

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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OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases

Kyle Mackenzie Facing Numerous Drug & Weapon Charges

(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – Officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a search warrant at a residence in Orangeville. During the operation, they seized a quantity of drugs, including cocaine, psilocybin along with other illegal items. Two individuals were arrested in connection with the incident.

In the spring of 2025, the Dufferin OPP launched a drug trafficking investigation in the Town of Orangeville in response to numerous public complaints. On April 9, 2025, members of the Dufferin OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Collingwood CSCU and Dufferin A Platoon, executed a search warrant. The operation resulted in the arrest of two men and the seizure of the following items:

As a result, Kyle Mackenzie, 38-year-old, from Orangeville has been charged with:

•      Traffick in Schedule I substance- Cocaine

•      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

•      Poss of a Schedule III Substance

•      Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

•      Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

•      Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

As a result, Burim GAJTANI, 41-year-old, from Grand Valley has been charged with:

•      Poss of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine

The following items were seized during the investigation:

•      16 grams Cocaine

•      14 grams psilocybin

•      Canadian currency

•      metal homemade nun chuck

•      brass knuckles

•      three blade punching device

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Dufferin OPP.

Members of the Dufferin 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 (TIPS) or visit www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

Almira KAMALUDDIN – Impaired Driving

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On April 10, 2025, at approximately 4:50 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check a vehicle along Huron Terrace, Municipality of Kincardine.

The investigating officer detected signs of impairment from the driver. They were subsequently placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Almira KAMALUDDIN, 36-years-old, of the Scarborough, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs, CC 320.14(1)(a)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Court of Justice on June 6, 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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Meaford OPP Police Press Releases

Police Warn: When We Say Lock Your Doors, Lock Your F***ing Doors!

(MEAFORD, ON) – The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were on scene of an incident in the Municipality of Meaford.

The Grey Bruce OPP received information from the Owen Sound Police Service regarding an incident that began in the City of Owen Sound. Officers from the Grey Bruce OPP along with the West Region Emergency Response Team and West Region Canine Unit searched for the individual in the area of Grey Road 11 and Grey Road 15 and between Highway 26 and Story Book Park Road.

The OPP will not be releasing further information since the incident is an ongoing Owen Sound Police investigation.

The OPP would like to remind residents that when they advise you to lock your doors and vehicles, it’s because someone is currently at large. The police want to prevent that individual from gaining access to your home or stealing your vehicle. As a general safety measure, it’s always a good habit to keep your residence and vehicle doors locked-even when you’re at home.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

John Hopkins Was Arrested For Drunk Driving

(TILLSONBURG, ON) – An individual from Port Rowan is facing impaired driving-related charges after a vehicle stop in the Town of Tillsonburg.

On April 12, 2025, at approximately 12:30 a.m., members of the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were conducting general patrol in the Town of Tillsonburg, around Simcoe Street and conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a Highway Traffic Act (HTA) violation.

John Hopkins, 47-years-old, of Port Rowan, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

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

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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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Ashley Swick Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(TILLSONBURG, ON) – An individual is facing multiple charges after a stolen vehicle was located, in the Town of Tillsonburg.

On April 12, 2025, at approximately 7:45 p.m., members from the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment observed a stolen vehicle in the Town of Tillsonburg on Broadway Street. Police were able to stop the vehicle and speak with the driver.

Ashley Swick, 38-year-old of Shedden, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while impaired – Drugs

·      Possession of a schedule I Substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of a schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

·      Possession property obtained by crime over $5,000

·      Fail to comply with probation order – Two counts

Additionally, the accused was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Obstruct plate

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Use plate not authorized for vehicle

·      Drive motor vehicle – No licence

·      Drive motor vehicle, fail to display two plates

A quantity of suspected fentanyl, cocaine and methamphetamine were also seized.

The accused was held for a bail hearing. The accused has since been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on May 13, 2025. 

If you have any information that may be helpful, please call the Oxford OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call 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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Moosonee OPP Police Press Releases

Shot(s) Fired – Repeat Offender Arrested Again #3Strikes #SS&S

(MOOSONEE, ON) – One individual is in custody following a firearms incident in Moosonee that prompted a coordinated police response and the execution of a warrant in Moose Factory.

On Saturday, April 12, 2025, at approximately 11:15 a.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 911 call reporting that a firearm had been discharged into a residence on Bert Trapper Drive in Moosonee.

The suspect fled the scene on an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) prior to police arrival.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, police identified a residence on Niska Way Street in Moose Factory connected to the suspect. With the assistance of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS), officers established containment of the residence. Members of the James Bay OPP Crime Unit, Critical Incident Command (CIC), Crisis Negotiators, Emergency Response Team (ERT), Canine Unit, and the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU) were engaged to assist.

On Sunday, April 13, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m., police executed a warrant at the residence. As a result, Justin SKINNER-WITHERS, 47 years-of-age of Timmins, was arrested and charged with the following offences:

·        Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order – eight counts

·        Discharge a firearm into or at a place in a reckless manner

·        Criminal harassment – threatening conduct

·        Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

·        Intimidation – use or threatens use of violence

·        Mischief under $5000

·        Fail to comply with probation order

·        Firearm – use while committing an offence

·        Careless use of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

·        Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

·        Possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm

·        Occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm

·        Possession of a loaded or restricted firearm

The accused remains in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Moosonee on Sunday April 13, 2025.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

One Dead – KARANVIR SINGH Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating fatal single-vehicle collision on Bramalea Road, in the Town of Caledon.

On April 13, 2025, shortly after 1:30 a.m., Caledon OPP and emergency crews responded to a single-vehicle collision on Bramalea Road, near Boston Mills Road. Three occupants were in the vehicle. One passenger, a 21-year-old from Brampton, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Another passenger, a 20-year-old from Brampton, was transported to a Toronto-area trauma centre with serious, life-threatening injuries. The driver was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and was later arrested after officers formed grounds that their ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, KARANVIR SINGH, 23, of Brampton, was charged with:

• Impaired operation causing death

• Impaired operation causing bodily harm

• Obstruct peace officer

The accused was held for a Bail Hearing.

Bramalea Road between King Street and Boston Mills Road was closed for several hours while the OPP Technical Collision Investigators and Reconstructionists assisted with the investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage is asked to contact Caledon OPP 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 https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

If you are affected by this incident or witnessed the collision and wish to speak to victim services, Caledon/Dufferin Victim Services can be reached at 905-951-3838.

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Goderich OPP Police Press Releases

Missing Person Found Deceased

(GODERICH, ON) – On April 13, 2025, at 2:31 a.m., members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report that a boater was reported missing from the Goderich Harbour area. The individual has been located deceased. No foul play is suspected. 

The Huron County OPP want to thank the public for their assistance. 

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Goderich OPP Police Press Releases

ALERT: Missing Person – Ronald, 75 Years Old

(GODERICH, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking public assistance to locate a missing person.

On April 13, 2025, at 2:31 a.m., members of the Huron County OPP received a report that Ronald, 75 years-of-age is believed to have been fishing in the West side of the Goderich Harbour. He was reported to have left his residence to fish at the harbour on April 12, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Ronald is described as:

·      6″ tall

·      180 pounds

·      Short grey hair

·      Blue eyes

·      Slim build

Last observed wearing:

·      1 white and 1 blue pull over

·      Blue jeans

·      Black snow pants

·      Brown winter coat

·      Baseball hat (dark colour)

There will be an increased police presence in the Goderich Habour area. The Joint Rescue Coordination Centre is assisting with water and air searches. Please avoid the area. 

Any person with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a web

 tip at “P3tips.com” where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

A photo of the missing person is attached.