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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Michael RICCI – Impaired Operation

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation by drugs following a single motor vehicle collision.

On March 13, 2025, just before 3:00 p.m., officers responded to a vehicle into the ditch on Old School Road, near Winston Churchill Boulevard, in the Town of Caledon. During the interaction, the officer formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by drugs and was subsequently arrested. 

As a result of the investigation, Michael RICCI, 42, of Brampton, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – drugs

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 7, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired, and impaired driving is dangerous regardless of the source of impairment. 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.

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

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Breanna McKAY Was Arrested Again

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – In-car camera alert results in multiple charges for driver.

On March 16, 2025, at 12:00 a.m., a Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) member, while on general patrol on Dundas Street in Thames Centre, was alerted by the Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system, of possible stolen licence plate on a vehicle.

Police confirmed the licence plates had previously been reported as stolen.

A Tire Deflation Device was safely utilized on the vehicle at which time it came to a stop at the intersection of Elgin Road and Catherine Street in Thames Centre.

The driver and lone occupant of the vehicle fled the scene on foot, however, was quickly located by police.

The individual was placed under arrest.

As a result, Breanna McKAY, a 26-year-old of Tillsonburg, has been charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Possession of an identity document
  • Possession of article stolen from mail
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court
  • Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner
  • Obstruct plate
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The accused was held for bail.

The In Car Camera and ALPR have been operating in Middlesex County OPP vehicles since March 13, 2023. Middlesex OPP officers continue to see drivers operating vehicles that do not have valid, registered licence plates, are currently driving unlicenced, while under suspension or prohibited.

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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LANARK OPP Police Press Releases

ATM Attempted Break-in – One Arrested

(LANARK, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid a charge following an attempted ATM break-in.

Lanark County OPP officers responded to a bank in Lanark, on March 17,2025 at approximately 11:20 p.m. and arrest was made at the scene. Two other individuals fled on foot.

The OPP Canine Unit and Emergency Response Team conducted a search of the area, but the other individuals were not located. A door to the bank had been forced open and the culprits had attempted to break into the ATM. Several power tools were left behind. It is not believed any money was taken.

Andre Pageau, 35-years-old from Gatineau, Quebec, has been charged with break and enter.

The accused was held for a bai hearing scheduled before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on March 18, 2025.

Police are asking anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in the area or who may have captured relevant video of the suspects in and around the time of the incident, to call Lanark OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident E250324151. If you have information but wish to remain anonymous, call Lanark County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Stephen Wallace Was Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation following a suspicious vehicle investigation.

On March 11, 2025, shortly after 2:00 a.m., officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle on Kingsview Drive. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Stephen Wallace, 63, of Holland Landing, was charged with:

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

• Having care or control of motor vehicle with open container of liquor.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 27, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for a period of 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven. 

Did you know? No person shall drive or have the care of a motor vehicle (whether or motion or not) with liquor, except:

• In a container that is unopened and the seal unbroken; or

• Packed in baggage that is fastened closed or not otherwise readily available to any person in the vehicle

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 and/or drugs, call 9-1-1. 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.

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

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Mark HAWLEY – Assault, Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one individual following a single-vehicle collision on Highway 403.

On March 17, 2025, at approximately 6:27 p.m., Brant County OPP, along with Brant-Brantford Paramedic Services and Brant County Fire Services, responded to a report of a black pickup truck that had rolled over into the north-side ditch on Highway 403 westbound, west of Paris Road.

Emergency responders located the lone male occupant, who was assisted from the vehicle and transported to hospital for medical assessment. Further investigation determined that the driver had been operating a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol. The driver was placed under arrest and later became combative with officers.

As a result, Mark HAWLEY, 54 years old, of Brantford, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Obstruct peace officer
  • Assault peace officer

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford at a later date.

The OPP reminds drivers that impaired driving is a criminal offence that poses serious risks to public safety. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired, call 9-1-1 immediately.

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/.

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London OPP Police Press Releases

Daniel CHIASSON Charged

(LONDON, ON) – Driver charged after traffic complaint on Highway 401 Westbound.

On March 15, 2025, at 1:27 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to the Westbound lanes of Highway 401 in the City of London, for a traffic complaint.

The vehicle was located and stopped on Wonderland Road at Highway 402 in the City of London.

As a result, Daniel CHIASSON, a 49-year-old of Sault Ste. Marie, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

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 April 21, 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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Alliston OPP Police Press Releases

42 Year Old Drunk Driver Arrested

(ALLISTON, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one driver for driving while impaired in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On March 17, 2025, shortly before 8:00 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a traffic tip that the driver of a passenger vehicle just approached the complainant in his vehicle drinking a bottle of Malibu rum and last seen travelling South on Church Street.

Officers were able to quickly locate the vehicle during general patrols and attempted to initiated a traffic stop in a near by plaza. Two marked cruisers approached the vehicle initiated the stop then the suspect vehicle proceeded to reverse into the front of one cruiser.

The officer issued an Approved Screening Device demand (ASD). Subsequently the driver provided a sample which resulted in a “Fail”. 

At 8:11 p.m., the driver: Michael MOULAND 42 years-old, of New Tecumseth, was arrested and charge with:  

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

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 April 10, 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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Jeremy SCHINDEL Was Arrested

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Traffic stop for stunt driving leads to impaired driving charge.

On March 14, 2025, at 1:48 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was performing a traffic enforcement initiative in the Westbound lanes of Highway 401 in Thames Centre and observed a vehicle travelling well above the posted 100 km/h speed limit.

A traffic stop was initiated.

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

As a result, Jeremy SCHINDEL, a 40-year-old of Delaware, has been charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act and Liquor Licence Control Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Dangerous operation

·      Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt – Excessive Speed

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

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 8, 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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Kingston Police Service Police Press Releases

Parole Suspended For Wayne Mumford After Sexual Assault

n the afternoon of March 12, 2025, a female victim utilizing the Rideau Trail system between the North end of Queen Mary Road and the south end of Parkway was accosted and then sexually assaulted by a male not known to her.  

The victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury which required medical attention as a result of this attack.  The incident was reported to police and an investigation was initiated.

Investigators from the Criminal Investigation Division Sexual Assault Unit were able to identify the suspect as being an inmate on statutory release at the time of the offence.

On March 13th, 2025, the accused Wayne Mumford was arrested and charged with sexual assault causing bodily harm, forcible confinement and have face mask/disguise. Along with having his parole suspended, Mumford was transported to Kingston Police headquarters where he was held for a bail hearing.

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Belleville Police Service Police Press Releases

Belleville Police Daily Update 17Mar2025

Motor vehicle collision involving pedestrian

On the 14th of March at 1:27pm, a vehicle was northbound on Pinnacle St. making a right turn onto Station St.  At the same time, an 85-year-old Belleville woman was walking northbound and had entered the pedestrian crossing in the intersection.  The female collided with the vehicle and was knocked to the ground.  The pedestrian was transported to the Trenton Memorial Hospital where she was treated for several fractures to her foot, significant cuts / abrasions and soft tissue injuries.  The injuries are not deemed to be life threatening.  At this stage of the investigation, alcohol / drugs are not suspected and speed does not appear to be a factor in the incident.  The driver of the truck remained on-scene and was fully cooperative with police.  Members of the Belleville Police Service’s Traffic Safety Unit and Forensic Identification Section both attended to process the scene. The collision remains under investigation.

Traffic stop leads to impaired driving charge

On the 14th of March at 8:38pm, an officer conducting speed enforcement on Hwy # 62 conducted a traffic stop.  The officer observed empty beer cans on the front passenger seat of the vehicle.  As part of the investigation, an Approved Screening Device was administered and the driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the Belleville Police Service for further testing. 

As a result of the investigation, 25-year-old Andrew Kays of Bancroft was charged with Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus.  He was released on an Undertaking with a court date in April.

Domestic Assault

On the 14th of March at 10:30am, Belleville Police attended a wooded area in the city’s east end after receiving reports of a male and female arguing while staying in a tent.  Two separate callers reported hearing the female being physically assaulted.  When police arrived, the involved male had left.  Police spoke to the victim and then searched the area.  Police located the involved male and arrested him for assault.  Following the completion of the investigation, police charged a 36-year-old Belleville man with assault and breach of probation.  He was held in custody for a bail hearing. 

Domestic Assault

On the 16th of March at 1:04pm, police received a call regarding the sounds of a male and female fighting at a residence in the city’s east end.  When police arrived, everything appeared calm.  During their investigation, police learned that a male had physically assaulted a female.  There were no reported injuries.  As a result of the investigation, police arrested and charged a 27-year-old Belleville man with one count of assault.  He was later released on an Undertaking with a court date in April. 

Arrested on Warrant

In December 2022, members of the Belleville Police Criminal Investigations Division conducted a lengthy investigation into the allegations of a sexual assault on a one-month old infant by the grandfather.  Following the conclusion of the investigation, an arrest warrant was issued for a 61-year-old man from Mississauga.  The male was charged with sexual assault on a person under 16, assault sexual interference and bestiality.  The accused fled the country prior to his arrest.  On the 16th of March 2025, security at the Montreal Airport contacted the Belleville Police Service advising that the accused had been arrested while re-entering the country.  With the assistance of the Surete du Quebec, the accused was transported back to Belleville where he was held for a bail hearing.  Police will not be releasing the name of the accused in order to protect the identity of the victim and family. 

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas Police Service

STPS Daily Update 18Mar2025

Intimate Partner Violence 

A 48 year old St. Thomas resident has been charged with Assault after police were called to an address on the northside of the city on Monday. Through investigation, officers learned a verbal argument between spouses had escalated resulting in the 48 year old physically assaulting their spouse. The accused had left the area prior to police arrival. A warrant for arrest has been requested. ST25004370

Warrant Arrests 

A 39 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Monday March 17th 2025, officers on community patrol observed the individual in a vehicle travelling on Wellington Street. The 39 year old was known to police to be wanted on several outstanding warrants with our service stemming from incidents dating back to 2021. A traffic stop was conducted and the individual was arrested. The 39 year old was transported to court and was remanded into custody. ST25004353

A 72 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Monday March 17th 2025, officers on community patrol located the individual known to them to be wanted on an outstanding probation warrant. The individual was arrested and transported to police headquarters where they were processed and released on an appearance notice. Not long after being released, police were called by a cab company who wished to report the 72 year old failed to pay for their transportation. As a result, the individual has been charged with Transportation Fraud and Failure to Comply with Probation. A warrant for arrest has been requested. ST25004395/4402

Theft 

A 30 year old London resident has been arrested. On Monday March 17th 2025, police were called to a retail store on Talbot Street to investigate the report of the individual failing to pay for their items. Officers were provided of description of the individual who was located a short distance away and arrested. The 30 year old was charged with Theft under $5,000 and transported to police headquarters where they were processed and released on an undertaking with a future court date. ST25004396

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Police Press Releases Thunder Bay Police Service

$225,000 Drug Bust

Incident Number TB24043424

Five people were arrested and quantities of suspected drugs have been seized after a pair of search warrants were executed.

The Thunder Bay Police Service Intelligence Unit began an investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity in June 2024. Several suspects were identified during the course of the investigation.

As a result of the investigation, search warrants were obtained and executed at a Cameron Street residence and another residence on Rona Street on Thursday, March 13.

Five suspects were arrested. Police seized quantities of suspected cocaine, fentanyl and methamphetamine, along with paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking and an unloaded shotgun.

The estimated street value of the drugs seized exceeds $225,000.

John DEPAOLA, 63, of Thunder Bay, is charged with the following:
• Trafficking Cocaine x3
• Trafficking Fentanyl
• Unsafe Storage of a Firearm
• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
• Careless Storage of a Firearm
• Breach of Release Order

Sagal ABDILLAHI, 21, of Toronto, and Sezar HERMEZ, 32, of North York, are charged with the following:
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine)
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl)
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Methamphetamine)

ABDILLAHI is also charged with Trafficking Cocaine x2.

Brooklyn GIBSON, 26, of Thunder Bay, and Justina VALLEY, 30, of Thunder Bay, are each charged with Unsafe Storage of a Firearm, Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm and Careless Storage of a Firearm.

The accused appeared in court on Friday.

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

CKPS Weekend Update

Chatham-Kent Police

Monday, March 17, 2025
Chatham-Kent Police Service – Daily Report for March 14-16, 2025
The Chatham-Kent Police Service (CKPS) responded to a variety of incidents over the past 72 hours. Below is a summary of the key events, including arrests, investigations, and other notable occurrences:

Spotlight:
-Total Calls for Service: 546
-911/PSAP Transfers: 146
-Reportable Calls: 107
-Non-Reportable Calls: 441
-Property Checks: 78
-Community Services/Foot-Patrol: 12
-Domestics: 13
Arrests:
• 20 arrest was made throughout the day, including individuals wanted for outstanding warrants, failure to comply, and domestic-related offenses.

Key Incidents:
Warrants – Case# CK25014968
Date: March 14, 2025, Time: 13:13hrs., Location: Grand Avenue West, Chatham
Details:
On March 14, 2025, at approximately 13:13hrs., a 35-year-old female from Moraviantown was located and arrested by the Chatham-Kent Police Service. She possessed an outstanding warrant for failing to provide fingerprints. She was released with a future court date of April 7, 2025.

Warrants – Case# CK25015001
Date: March 14, 2025, Time: 1400 hrs., Location: Wellington Street West, Chatham
Details:
On March 14, 2025, at approximately 16:52 hrs., a 31-year-old female from Chatham-Kent was arrested by the Chatham-Kent Police Service due to outstanding unendorsed warrants for failing to attend court and mischief. She was transported to the Chatham-Kent Police headquarter and was released with a future court date of March 17, 2025.

Trespass by Night/Theft – Case# CK25015328
Date: March 15, 2025, Time: 0146 hrs. Location: Wyandott Street. Chatham
Details:
On March 15, 2025, at approximately 0146 hrs., the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a call for service. The complainant in this matter, a 53-year-old male from Chatham, observed two parties on his security camera footage attempting to gain unauthorized access to his parked vehicle. The footage showed the suspects walking down the street, then walking on his property methodically trying door handles in an apparent attempt to find unlocked cars.

Warrants – Case# CK25015376
Date: March 16, 2025, Time: 10:50 hrs. Location: Doverdoon Drive., Chatham
Details:
On March 16, 2025, at approximately 10:50 hrs., while the Chatham -Kent Police Service was investigating a separate matter, it was discovered that a 27-year-old male from Doverdoon, was found to have a warrant for theft and possession under $5000. He was arrested by the Chatham-Kent Police Service and was released with a future court date of April 28, 2025.

Warrants – Case# CK25015406
Date: March 16, 2025, Time: 16:29hrs., Location: Davies Street West, Chatham
Details:
On March 16, 2025, at approximately 16:29 hrs., while the Chatham-Kent Police Service was investigating a separate matter, it was discovered that a 39-year-old male from Dresden was wanted in St. Thomas for seven counts of failing to comply with his probation order. He was arrested and subsequently returned to the St. Thomas Police Service.
Chatham-Kent Police Service officers searched the area and located a 34-year-old male from Chatham and a 41-year-old female also from Chatham. The accused were arrested and transported to the Chatham-Kent Police headquarters where they were charged with one count of trespassing at night and one count of theft under $5000. The accused were released with a future court date of April 14th, 2025

The Chatham-Kent Police Service remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community. We continue to monitor ongoing investigations and encourage residents to report any suspicious activities to assist in maintaining public safety. For more information or media inquiries, please contact the Chatham-Kent Police Service Corporate Communications Coordinator Mrs. Shelomi Legall at [email protected] or Tel: (519) 436-6600, ext. 80648.

End of Release
This release is intended for general informational purposes and does not disclose any personal or confidential information about individuals involved. All arrested individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

GPS Daily Update – 17Mar2025

Arrest after stranger sexually assaulted

A Kitchener man faces sexual assault and forcible confinement charges after a woman in Guelph was assaulted by a stranger on Friday.

Emergency services were called to a Guelph home Friday morning. An adult female said she was walking near Willow Road and Silvercreek Parkway North just after 6 a.m. when she spoke to a male who was in a vehicle. She reported the male forcibly got her into his vehicle where she was sexually assaulted.

Investigation led to the identity of a suspect, who was arrested Friday afternoon at his workplace in Guelph. A 45-year-old Kitchener man is charged with sexual assault causing bodily harm, sexual assault by strangling and forcible confinement. He was held for a bail hearing Monday.

Man sleeps in model home, leaves wallet behind

A Guelph man is charged with break and enter after someone entered a model home, slept in the bed and left a wallet behind.

Saturday afternoon police were called to a model home in the south end. A local builder reported finding a window broken and a door ajar. Officers located blood on the broken window, and a trail of blood drops going inside the home where they found an empty beer can in the kitchen.

In a bedroom officers located a wallet on a nightstand. While officers were still investigating, they learned the owner of the wallet was being investigated for damaging a vehicle downtown by kicking it. Officers dealing with the male confirmed he had a fresh injury on his hand.

A 34-year-old Guelph man charged with break and enter, mischief under $5,000 and breaching a probation order. He was held for a bail hearing Monday.

South-end business entered

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a south-end business was entered early Saturday.

Approximately 6:30 a.m. the owner of a business near Stone Road West and Edinburgh Road South reported he had received an activation from his alarm company and attended the business to find a back door open. A male was observed on video arriving at the business on a bicycle and forcing open the door.

He walked around the business before activating the alarm, at which point he fled.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Keith Kolodziejczak at 519-824-1212, ext. 7452, email [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Audi seized from repeat offender

A Guelph man had his Audi seized indefinitely after he was caught for a second time driving without a licence or insurance.

Just after 4 p.m. Friday, a member of the Guelph Police Traffic Unit was patrolling on Victoria Road South when his automated licence plate reader alerted him to a vehicle with an expired permit. Investigation confirmed the driver has not been licensed since 2017.

The Audi SUV was stopped and the owner, who was driving, confirmed he does not have insurance. Investigation revealed the male was charged last summer with driving without a licence and driving without insurance.

A 40-year-old Guelph man is charged with driving without a licence, driving without insurance, driving a vehicle without a permit and using improper licence plates. To prevent continuation of the offences his vehicle will be impounded until the charges are dealt with or he can convince a court to release it.

Two impaired arrests

Two Guelph men were arrested for impaired driving on the weekend, including one who was driving a rented vehicle.

Approximately 7 a.m. Saturday, an officer was patrolling near Speedvale Avenue West and Kathleen Street when he observed a vehicle travelling at a high speed and changing lanes without signalling. The vehicle was stopped and the officer detected an odour of alcohol.

After failing a roadside breath test he was transported to the police station, where further tests confirmed he had more than the legal amount of alcohol in his system. A 32-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving and dangerous driving. His licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle was impounded for seven days.

Just before 5 p.m. Saturday, a vehicle was caught on radar travelling 87 km/h in a 50 km/h zone on Clair Road West. The officer spoke to the driver and asked him to perform a roadside breath test, which resulted in a fail. Further testing at the police station confirmed he had more than the legal amount of alcohol in his system.

A 47-year-old Guelph man is charged with impaired driving and speeding. His licence was suspended for 90 days and his rented Ford Bronco was impounded for seven days.

The Guelph Police Service would like to encourage the public to always consume alcohol and cannabis responsibly. Please don’t drive if you are going to consume alcohol or cannabis, and please ensure that you plan ahead so that you have a safe ride home. Anyone who spots a suspected impaired driver is asked to immediately call 911.

Total calls for service in the last 72 hours – 738

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Police Press Releases Saugeen Shores Police

Human Remains Located In Southampton

(Saugeen Shores) Police confirm human remains were recovered in the area of Southampton harbour.

On March 16, 2025, human remains were located by members of the Saugeen Shores Police Service (SSPS). Members of the SSPS Criminal Investigations and Drug Unit, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Underwater Search and Recovery Unit, OPP USAR CBRNE Response Team (UCRT) and the OPP Forensic Identification Services assisted with the recovery.

A postmortem to identify the remains will be conducted at the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OFPS) in Toronto.

The joint investigation is continuing by the SSPS Criminal Investigation and Drug Unit and the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the OFPS. 

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the SSPS at 519-832-2500, the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.