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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

More Domestic Violence #WaitInTheTruck

(BRANT, ON) – The Brant County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one individual following an intimate partner violence investigation in Paris.

On April 1, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m., officers responded to a disturbance at a residence on Grand River Street North.

As a result of the investigation, a 35-year-old individual from Paris was arrested and charged with:

  • Failure to comply with an undertaking
  • Assault – Choke, suffocate or strangle, cause bodily harm

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

Victim Services attended and support was offered.

The OPP remains committed to preventing and responding to incidents of intimate partner violence. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.

Anyone with information related to this or any other investigation is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppersbb.com.

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OPP Police Press Releases Seguin

FLOOD Arrested For Drunk Driving

(SEGUIN, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person with impaired driving.

On March 31, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m. the West Parry Sound OPP were dispatched to a traffic complaint regarding a possible impaired driver. The vehicle was located and stopped on Cargill Drive in Seguin Township. Officers spoke with the driver and initiated an impaired driving investigation.

As a result of the investigation, Robert FLOOD, 67 years-of-age of Barrie Ontario was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with unsealed container of liquor
  • Have care or control of a vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on May 1, 2025. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

Violence & Abuse In Mount Forest #WaitInTheTruck

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Mount Forest resident with two criminal charges in relation to an intimate partner violence investigation.

On March 31, 2025, at approximately 4:45 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to a report of a disturbance at an address in Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, a 29-year-old of Mount Forest is charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

  • Assault – spousal
  • Assault cause bodily harm – choke, suffocate or strangle

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

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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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Harvey SMITH – Impaired Driving While Suspended

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment have arrested and charged one individual with impaired operation.  

On March 26, 2025, at approximately 11:00 a.m. members of the Dryden OPP Detachment responded to a traffic complaint on Highway 594, in Eagle River.

As a result of the investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol/drug. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Dryden detachment OPP Detachment for further testing.

Harvey SMITH, 23-years-old, of Eagle River, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·         Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·         Driving while under suspension – while suspended under HTA Sec 41/42

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on May 5, 2025.

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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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

VINCENT Was Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON) – Observations by a community member of a possible impaired driver resulted in a call to the OPP Communications Centre with responding officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attending a Simcoe County Road 93, Midland gas bar near 8:18 p.m. March 31, 2025.

The suspect vehicle was located in the parking lot and officers entered into an impaired driving investigation upon speaking with the lone driver.

As a result of this investigation, Elizabeth VINCENT 31 years of Penetanguishene being charged criminally with the following criminal charges.

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

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.

RIDE spot checks are conducted throughout the year, 24/7 by the OPP who 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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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

More Abuse #Enough #WaitInTheTruck

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an investigation into an incident of intimate partner violence.

At approximately 8:51 p.m. on Monday, March 31, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a reported assault at a Norfolk County address.

It was determined that two individuals were involved in an interaction inside a residence, resulting in the victim being physically assaulted. No injuries were reported.

As a result, one individual was taken into custody without incident.

A 37-year-old from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Assault cause bodily harm – choke, suffocate, strangle.

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

Individuals experiencing intimate partner violence are not alone. If you or someone you are aware of requires assistance, there are local resources ready to provide support. Victim Services of Haldimand-Norfolk-Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation can be contacted at 1-800-264-6671.

The OPP is available at 1-888-310-1122 throughout the Province of Ontario.

In case of immediate danger, please dial 9-1-1 for prompt assistance.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Porcupine

Trevor PEART Was Arrested

(SOUTH PORCUPINE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested one person for mischief.

On March 28, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., the Iroquois Falls OPP responded to a mischief at a residence on Church Street in Iroquois Falls.

As a result of the investigation, Trevor PEART, 50 years old, of Iroquois Falls was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Mischief under $5,000
  • Breach of Recognizance

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

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Hearst OPP Police Press Releases

Jonah MARTIN – Drunk Driving

(HEARST, ON) – A gas station employee’s 911 call led to an impaired driving arrest in Hearst.

On March 29, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 911 call from an employee of a gas station on Highway 11 in Hearst. The employee refused to sell alcohol to a customer due to suspected impairment and immediately reported their concerns to police.

Officers arrived and located the driver asleep behind the wheel of a parked vehicle in the gas station lot. Upon investigation, police determined the driver had been consuming alcohol. The individual was arrested and transported to the Hearst detachment for further testing.

As a result, Jonah MARTIN, 43 years of age of Constance Lake, was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·        Novice driver – BAC above zero

·        Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by a qualified driver

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on June 11, 2025 in Hearst. The driver received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The James Bay OPP commends the gas station employee for making the call. The OPP encourages members of the public to call 911 if they suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Zachary VERONEZ – Drunk Driving

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – A traffic stop has resulted in a driver being charged with impaired operation.

On Saturday, March 29, 2025, at approximately 2:15 a.m., members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Highway 62. The investigation resulted in the driver being arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result, Zachary VERONEZ, age 20 from Belleville, was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 16, 2025. They also had their driver’s licence suspended for a period of 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

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. 

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Ryan HAIG & Brian POULAIN Were Arrested

(BANCROFT, ON) – The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police has charged two people following a report that people were digging up copper wire.

On Friday, March 28, 2025, shortly after 2:30 p.m., officers responded to a location in the Town of Bancroft, where the investigation revealed that copper wire, which had been used for an electrical unit, had been cut. 

Ryan HAIG, age 36, and Brian POULAIN, age 40, were charged with theft under $5000 and Mischief.

POULAIN was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on April 1, 2025. HAIG plead guilty to charges.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Scott PURVES Was Arrested

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On March 31, 2025 at 10:20 p.m., Huntsville OPP officers were called to a business on King William Street at the report of two suspicious persons on the property.

Upon arrival at the location, police located a male and female on the property. Both of the people had outstanding warrants of arrest and were subsequently taken into custody. The investigation revealed the male to be in possession of a quantity of suspected cocaine and various prohibited weapons.

The female was arrested and released with a new court date. No additional charges were required.

As a result of the investigation the male was charged:

Scott PURVES, 43 years old of Huntsville Ontario is charged:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance

·      Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition x 2

·      Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

The accused was held for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on April 1, 2025. 

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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Douro-Dummer OPP Police Press Releases

Gregory DAVEY – Impaired Driving

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual with impaired driving after receiving a call regarding a collision.

On March 31, 2025, at approximately 6:00pm, Peterborough County OPP Officers were dispatched to a report of a collision that took place on county Road 4 in Douro-Dummer Township. Upon arrival, officers located a pickup truck with its front end in the ditch. The officer approached the vehicle and observed a lone occupant in the vehicle in the driver’s seat. While speaking with the driver, an open bottle of liquor was observed, and the driver was displaying signs of impairment. The driver was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing resulting in readings over three times the legal limit.

Gregory DAVEY (age 66) of Douro-Dummer Township, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code

The accused had their drivers licence further suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on May 6, 2025

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Cheryl Upton – Trafficking

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On March 31, 2025 at 4:20 p.m., Huntsville OPP officers were on patrol when they observed a female they knew to have outstanding warrants.  

The investigation revealed the accused to be in possession of a quantity of suspected cocaine and various items that indicate possible drug trafficking offenses.

Cheryl Upton, 35 years old of Burks Falls Ontario is charged:

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

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

The accused was held for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on April 1, 2025. 

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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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Brandace GAUDET Facing Numerous Charges

(OTTAWA, ON) – A member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) Team has charged an individual from Woodlawn Ontario with drug and impaired driving related offences after a traffic stop on Highway 417.

Shortly before 10:30 a.m. on March 31, the OPP TIME Team member stopped a vehicle on Highway 417 near Panmure Rd, after the officer noticed that the vehicle did not have two licence plates. Upon stopping the vehicle, the officer noted an odour of alcohol on the driver. A roadside screening device was utilized and as a result, the driver was brought back to Ottawa Detachment for a breath test. The driver registered twice the legal limit. A search of the vehicle also turned up cannabis and unstamped cigarettes.

Brandace GAUDET, 49 years of age faces the following charges:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor
  • Have Care or Control of a Vehicle or Boat with Cannabis Readily Available
  • Possess Unmarked Cigarettes
  • Drive Motor Vehicle, No Currently Validated Permit
  • Entire Plate not Plainly Visible
  • Fail to Surrender Permit for Motor Vehicle
  • Fail to Surrender Licence

Gaudet was issued a 90-day driving suspension and had her vehicle impounded for seven days. She is scheduled to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

This stop comes at the start of Operation Plate Week where police are targeting vehicles with tinted plate covers, plates that have become unreadable due to peeling or rust, vehicles without proper plates and any other licence plate violations. The operation continues through April 6 and is a combined effort between Ottawa OPP, Upper Ottawa Valley OPP, Renfrew OPP and the OPP TIME Team.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Russell SOUTHWIND Facing Numerous Charges

(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person has been arrested after police responded to an alarm call.

On March 26, 2025, at approximately 5:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received an alarm call at a local postal facility in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township. Police arrived on scene and observed signs that the facility had been broken into. One person was located inside the facility, and they were safely arrested by police.

Additionally, police seized an amount of suspected fentanyl, crack cocaine, methamphetamine and dried cannabis with an estimated street value of $18,000. Also seized were several throwing knives, two large hunting knives and approximately $1,300 in Canadian Currency.

As a result, Russell SOUTHWIND, 42-years-old from Sagamok Anishnabek First Nation, was charged with:

  • Break and enter a place to commit indictable offence
  • Theft under $5,000
  • Mischief under $5,000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid
  • Possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Fail to comply with probation order – three counts
  • Possession of over 30g of dried cannabis in a public place
  • Possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling

The accused remains in custody.