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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

ROBITAILLE – Drunk Driving

(MIDLAND, ON) – A two vehicle property damage only crash in Tiny Township near 6:29 p.m. on April 2, 2025, led officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to attend and enter into an impaired driving investigation.

Officers located an involved vehicle in the nearby area away from the crash scene and spoke with the driver and a investigation was commenced.

As a result, 56 year old Marc David ROBITAILLE of Tiny Township has been charged criminally with the following offences.

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

And Further Provincial Offences Of

  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Entire plate not plainly visible

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the April 17, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Annette McKEEN – Meth

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged one person with impaired driving offences after investigating a collision.

On Wednesday April 2, 2025, at approximately 10:50 a.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP responded to a collision involving two vehicles on John Street, West Nipissing.

No injuries were reported, and one driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to an OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Annette McKEEN, 65 years-of-age, from West Nipissing, was charged with, operation while impaired – drugs, and possession of a Schedule I substance – Methamphetamine.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on May 1, 2025, in North Bay.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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Carleton Place OPP Police Press Releases

Another Charged In Murder Investigation

(CARLETON PLACE, ON) – An Ottawa resident is facing charges in connection with an ongoing investigation into a murder in Carleton Place.

On November 12, 2023, 50-year-old Rose KERWIN was located deceased in the Mississippi River near the Village of Pakenham.  

Two people, a 56-year-old man from Carleton Place and a 23-year-old woman from Iroquois, were arrested on December 19, 2023, and were charged with First Degree Murder.

On April 2, 2025, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested another individual in connection with Rose KERWIN’s death, in relation to the disposal of the victim’s car.

Wayne Gerald SMITH, age 65, has been charged with Being an Accessory After the Fact to Murder, section 240 of the Criminal Code. The accused appeared for a bail hearing, was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on May 5, 2025.

Police continue to search for KERWIN’s vehicle, which is described as a blue 2013 Mazda GX four-door sedan with Ontario licence plate CSXW383. Multiple public appeals have been made to locate the car.

OPP East Region Criminal Operations is continuing to investigate, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB), with assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the dedicated tip line at 1-844-677-9400 or the OPP non-emergency number at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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OPP PIKANGIKUM FIRST NATION Police Press Releases

17 Year Old Arrested For Murder

(PIKANGIKUM FIRST NATION, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police’s (OPP) Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) has classified the suspicious death in Pikangikum First Nation on March 27, 2025, as a homicide.

A 17-year-old has been arrested and charged with Second Degree Murder contrary to section 235 (1) of the Criminal Code. The accused cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

The accused is being held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on April 10, 2025.

The OPP North West Region Crime Unit and OPP Forensic Identification Services Unit continue the investigation, under the direction of OPP CIB.

The police would like to thank the community of Pikangikum First Nation for their information that has assisted with the investigation. Police are asking anyone with information to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-22-8477 (TIPS).

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OPP Petawawa Police Press Releases

Shaun HARRISON Was Arrested

(PETAWAWA, ON) – An area resident is facing a driving-related Criminal Code (CC) charge after an investigation by members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). 

On March 29, 2025, at approximately 7:40 p.m., police responded to a two-vehicle collision on Civic Centre Road in Petawawa. No serious injuries were reported.

As a result of this incident 43-year-old Shaun HARRISON of Petawawa has been charged with failure or refusal to comply with demand contrary to the CC. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on April 14, 2025.

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. 

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Chantal ANDERSON Was Arrested

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges against a Pembroke woman after a recent break and enter.   

On March 30, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., officers from the UOV OPP responded to a break and enter in progress at an occupied residence in the 600 block of Pembroke Street West in Pembroke. Entry was gained and a struggle took place between the occupant and the accused. No injuries were reported. Police arrested a female at the scene. 

As a result of this incident Chantal ANDERSON, age 35 of Pembroke, was charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offence
  • Fail to comply with probation order

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 22, 2025.  

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OPP Parry Sound Police Press Releases

20 Year Old Facing Attempt Murder Charge

(PARRY SOUND, ON) – The Provincial Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad has located and arrested a third person, who had a warrant issued for their arrest, in relation to an ongoing shooting investigation in Parry Sound.

On Thursday, June 15, 2023, shortly after 1:30 a.m., members of the West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an individual in hospital with injuries sustained following an incident at a local hotel. Two people have previously been charged in relation to this investigation.

On Tuesday, April 1, 2025, Alexander YOUMANS, 20 years of age of Henvey Inlet First Nation, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·        Attempt to commit murder with a restricted or prohibited firearm, section 239(1)(a)

·        Possession of weapons for a dangerous purpose, section 88

·        Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm, section 95(1)

·        Disguise with intent, section 351(2)

·        Aggravated assault, section 268

The accused remains in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on Friday, April 11, 2025.

The West Parry Sound OPP Crime Unit is continuing the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch.

Anyone with any information in relation to this investigation is asked to contact the West Parry Sound OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.  

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Moosonee OPP Police Press Releases

3 Arrested In Drug Bust

(MOOSONEE, ON) – Three individuals are facing multiple charges after police executed a drug-related search warrant at a Moosonee residence, seizing suspected cocaine, fentanyl, and a significant amount of cash.

On April 2, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the James Bay Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with support from frontline officers of the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), executed a search warrant at a home on Hutchison Road.

As a result of the investigation, officers arrested three individuals and seized suspected fentanyl and cocaine with an estimated street value of $50,000. Police also seized four digital scales, packaging materials, five cellular phones, and approximately $12,740 in Canadian currency. 

Priscilla BLUEBOY, 41 years-of-age of Moosonee, Davion ROSE, 28 years-of-age of Toronto, and James SMITH, 35 years-of-age of Listowel, were 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 property obtained by crime over $5000

The accused individuals remain in custody and are scheduled to appear for before the Ontario Court of Justice in Moosonee on April 4, 2025.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Davide DUNCAN Facing Numerous Firearms Charges

(BLIND RIVER, ON)- The East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) locate a loaded 9mm handgun and cash at a traffic stop.

On April 1, 2025, at approximately 8:45 p.m., the OPP were on patrol traveling eastbound on Highway 17 near Algoma Mills. A vehicle approached the police cruiser from behind with its high beams on and subsequently overtook the officer in the passing lane.

The officer initiated a traffic stop on Highway 17 near Birchwood Circle in the Town of Blind River. While speaking with the driver, the officer detected a strong odor of cannabis emanating from the vehicle.

A search of the vehicle was conducted, and police seized a loaded 9mm pistol, ten 9mm rounds, and a ten-round 9mm magazine from the glove compartment. Additionally, officers discovered four bundles of Canadian currency, a Ziploc bag of coins, a wallet with cash (totalling over $20,000), a marijuana grinder, and two cell phones. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to Blind River detachment for processing.

Davide DUNCAN, 22 years-of-age from Scarborough was charged with:

  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Transport firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in a careless manner – two counts
  • Unauthorized possession of prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of weapon
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a prohibited or restricted weapon
  • Possession property obtained by crime over $5000

The accused remains in custody.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

Steven Coveney – Drunk Driving

(Perth Road, ON) – An impaired driver was arrested and charged after an officer stopped the vehicle for a traffic stop.

A Frontenac OPP member was on patrol, in the area of Perth Road village on April 01, 2025, when a vehicle traveling the opposite direction flashed their headlights several times, traveling the opposite direction. Just after 11:40 pm the officer conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle, where the driver exhibited signs of alcohol use.

The driver was requested to provide a roadside breath test, which resulted in an arrest of the driver, who was taken to the Kingston Police headquarters for further breath testing.

A search of the vehicle, after the arrest, located a knife under the driver’s seat.

Steven Coveney, a 46-year-old from Kingston has been charged with:

  • Operation of a conveyance while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus.
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

The driver was released from custody and is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston, on April 29, 2025. They also had their drivers license suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for a period of 7 days.

The OPP would like to remind people that Impaired Driving is a serious threat to public safety. Highway safety is a team sport, do your part and plan a safe ride home.

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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases

DUNDAS – Drunk Driving

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge after traffic complaint in Middlesex Centre.

On April 1, 2025, at 9:02 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to Egremont Drive in the Municipality of Middlesex Centre, for the report of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle was located at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Erin DUNDAS, a 43-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – Alcohol

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on May 13, 2025.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached 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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Atikokan OPP Police Press Releases

Savannah BARR Was Arrested

(ATIKOKAN, ON) – An impaired driver that hit the ditch prompted a 9-1-1 call from a concerned citizen.

On April 1, 2025, at approximately 7:30 pm, officers with the Atikokan Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 9-1-1 call from a concerned citizen reporting that an impaired driver was in the ditch in the Steep Rock Road area of town.

Officers attended and verified that alcohol was involved in the collision. An approved screening device test was demanded. The driver failed the test and was arrested at the scene. The driver was then transported to the Atikokan Detachment where additional breath testing was completed.

Savannah BARR, 29-years-old from Atikokan is charged criminally with one count operation while impaired drugs and alcohol, and one count of operation while impaired blood alcohol concentration 80 mgs and over. The involved vehicle was impounded for seven days, and the accused received a 90-day driver licence suspension.

The accused was released by police and is scheduled to appear in the Atikokan Ontario Court of Justice on May 29, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Glengarry

Kerby DANIELS – Theft, Trafficking, Etc.

(SOUTH GLENGARRY, ON) – Members of the Stormont, Dundas (SD&G) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have recovered a stolen vehicle on Highway 401.

On, April 1, 2025, shortly before 11:00 a.m., officers from SD&G OPP, located the vehicle on the highway in South Glengarry Township. The 2025 Jeep Wrangler had been reported stolen from Peel Region.

A tire deflation device (spike belt) was successfully utilized, and driver was arrested.

Kerby DANIELS, 23-years-old from St-Hubert, Quebec was arrested and charged with:

  • Theft of a motor vehicle
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Fail to stop for police
  • Trafficking in stolen goods over $5,000
  • Possession of device for purpose of committing theft
  • Fail to surrender a driver’s licence

The accused was held in custody and will appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall.

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North Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases

HODGINS Arrested For Assault

(NORTH MIDDLESEX ON) – Disturbance at a residence in Ailsa Craig leads to charges. 

On April 1, 2025, at 1:03 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to an address on Main Street in Ailsa Craig, North Middlesex, for the report of a family dispute.

An individual was placed under arrest at which time the accused damaged a door to the police cruiser.

As a result, Zachary HODGINS, a 29-year-old of Collingwood, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Assault with A Weapon
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property

The accused was held for bail.

There were no injuries reported.

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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Kingston OPP Police Press Releases

Contraband Smuggle Charged – Name Released

(KINGSTON, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Joint Forces Penitentiary Squad has charged a Kingston resident in connection with the smuggling of contraband into the Collins Bay Institution in Kingston.

On November 28, 2024, the Penitentiary Squad, in conjunction with the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC), began an investigation into inappropriate activity between a staff member and an inmate. The investigation also led to the seizure of multiple contraband cell phones.

On Thursday, March 27, 2025, Tiana EWAN, age 26 of Kingston was charged with:

  • Breach of trust – Criminal Code sec. 122
  • Mischief – Criminal Code sec. 430(1)(c)
  • Delivers contraband to an inmate – Corrections and Conditional Release Act sec. 45(d)
  • Possession of contraband in a penitentiary – Corrections and Conditional Release Act sec. 45(a)

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston on May 27, 2025.