(PETERBOROUGH, ON)– Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges in relation to intimate images being shared with a youth.
On Wednesday, January 7, 2026, the Peterborough County OPP received a call from a parent who discovered their child was conversing with an adult and the conversation was sexual in nature. The parent contacted police after viewing the child’s phone and locating sexually explicit images and videos that were being shared between the two.
An investigation began by the Peterborough County OPP Major Crime Unit which resulted in an arrest being made on Thursday January 8, 2026.
Philip TEMOS (age 48) of Hastings, ON., was arrested and charged with;
• Make sexually explicit material available to a person under 18 years of age
• Luring a person under 18 years of age by means of telecommunication
• Possession of child sexual abuse and exploitation material
The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.
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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).
(Wingham, North Huron) — A current North Huron water and sewer bill confirms what many residents have suspected: utility costs are already high — and set to climb steadily for years, with no protection for ratepayers.
The bill, dated December 2025, shows an in-town residential household currently paying $138 per month, or $1,656 per year, for water and sewer services. That total includes both operating charges and capital reserve fees — the full amount residents are required to pay.
What Residents Pay Today
According to the invoice:
Water (Operating): $22 / month
Water (Capital Reserve): $22 / month
Sewer (Operating): $54 / month
Sewer (Capital Reserve): $22 / month
Total: $138/month → $1,656/year
These are not estimates. They are actual billed charges.
What the Town’s Own Policies Mean Going Forward
Town Hall’s 2026 Fees and Charges notice states that:
Water rates increase 4.5% annually
Sewer rates increase 10% annually
Increases are planned through at least 2033
While the notice separates “operating” and “reserve” fees, capital reserve charges are not frozen and historically rise alongside operating costs when infrastructure funding falls short.
Using the Town’s stated increase rates and applying them conservatively across both operating and reserve portions, projected household costs look like this:
Projected In-Town Water & Sewer Bills (Including Capital Reserves)
Year
Annual Bill
2026
$1,656
2027
$1,761
2028
$1,872
2029
$1,996
2030
$2,133
That’s an increase of $477 by 2030 compared to today, representing a 29% rise in just four years — with no change in service and no link to actual water usage.
Flat Billing, No Meters, No Control
Despite existing water meters, North Huron continues to bill residents at a flat monthly rate, meaning:
Conservation does not reduce bills
Households pay the same regardless of usage
Residents have no ability to control costs
If Council ever returns to metered billing, homeowners would be responsible for meter replacement costs — another expense shifted onto residents.
High Taxes, Rising Fees, Shrinking Accountability
These rising utility costs come on top of what many already consider an unacceptable tax burden.
Independent comparisons show at least 425 Ontario municipalities have lower tax rates than North Huron, placing the Township among the least efficient and most expensive jurisdictions in the province.
High taxes are supposed to deliver value. High fees are supposed to fund services. Instead, residents are facing locked-in increases and diminishing accountability.
February 2: Residents Urged to Speak Up
A regular North Huron Council meeting is scheduled for:
🕕 Monday, February 2 — 6:00 PM (Groundhog Day)
Residents concerned about affordability, transparency, and long-term financial planning are encouraged to attend, ask questions, and demand clear answers about:
(KINCARDINE, ON) – On January 15, 2026, at approximately 1:02 a.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol in Kincardine when they stopped to check a vehicle that was parked and left running at Victoria Park.
The investigating officer spoke with the occupants and detected signs of alcohol consumption. A roadside screening device was utilized on the driver which resulted in a fail. They were placed under arrest and transported for further testing.
Owen KIRK, 21-years-old, of Tiverton, was charged with:
Operation while impaired (B.A.C. 80+), CC 320.14(1)(b)
The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on February 11, 2026, 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.
(LAKESHORE, ON) – One person faces charges after violating the fail to move over law in Lakeshore.
On January 15, 2026, at approximately 2:46 p.m., a member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was assisting a tow truck at a collision on Highway 401 in the Municipality of Lakeshore.
A vehicle passed by the cruiser who had emergency lights activated and the tow truck without moving into another lane for the emergency vehicle and tow truck.
An investigation into the violation followed, and Robert ROBERTS, 42-years-old of Windsor was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:
Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
Dangerous operation
Fail to move into another lane for emergency vehicle or tow truck – if safe to do
A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.
The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on February 27, 2026, to answer to the charges.
The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”.
Safety Reminder: Ontario’s Move Over Law
The OPP urges all drivers to respect Ontario’s Move Over Law. When approaching an emergency vehicle stopped with its lights flashing, motorists must slow down and, if safe, move into another lane. This law is designed to protect police, paramedics, tow truck operators, and other roadside workers.
Failure to comply can result in fines, demerit points, and most critically, serious injury or death.
If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in connection with a shoplifting incident in Simcoe.
On Monday, January 12, 2026, at approximately 8:45 p.m., members of the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a reported theft at a business on West Street in Simcoe.
The investigation determined that the individual entered the store, concealed merchandise, and left the premises on foot without making any attempt to pay.
Officers later located the suspect on Kent Street North in Simcoe and took the individual into custody without incident.
As a result, 34-year-old Christopher TAYLOR of no fixed address has been charged with the following alleged offences:
Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting,
Fail to comply with Probation Order.
The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an investigation into a mischief incident in Simcoe.
On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at approximately 8:19 p.m., a member of the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on patrol when they observed an individual enter a business on Norfolk Street South in Simcoe. While inside the establishment, the individual was seen interfering with an appliance.
The individual was subsequently taken into custody without incident. Further investigation determined that a quantity of Canadian currency had been stolen during the incident.
As a result, a 34-year-old Richard WIGHT of no fixed address has been charged with the following alleged offences:
Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property,
Theft under $5,000,
Fail to comply with Probation Order (two counts).
The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person with impaired driving.
On Thursday, January 15, 2026, just before 3:30 a.m., Bancroft OPP officers received a traffic complaint from a member of the public. A short time later officers located the vehicle. An approved screening device was used, as a result the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.
Thomas WESTENBRINK, a 22-year-old resident of Toronto, has been charged with the following:
Operation while impaired – alcohol
Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
The accused’s licence was suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded for seven days. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on February 3, 2026.
(GEORGIAN BAY TWP, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a driver with criminal offenses after a traffic stop on Highway 400 in Georgian Bay Township.
On January 14, 2026, at 11:00 p.m., a Bracebridge OPP officer was conducting proactive patrols on Highway 400 in Georgian Bay Township and stopped a vehicle traveling south. The officer entered into a highway traffic act investigation and subsequently arrested and charged 78-year-old Jan HOGENKAMP of Mississauga, ON, with Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000, Possession of Schedule I Substance (Opioid) and Driving While Under Suspension (Highway Traffic Act) X 2.
The accused was held for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on January 15, 2026 to answer to his charges.
(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON)– The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Chemong Lake for a reported ice-fishing related assault.
On Wednesday January 14, 2026, just before 4:00pm, officers from the Peterborough County OPP were dispatched to Chemong Lake in Selwyn Township where an individual reported being assaulted while ice-fishing. The complainant advised that the accused came up to them in an aggressive manner while they were fishing. The complainant stated the accused was upset they were fishing close to where they were and as a result, assaulted them.
Officers arrived on scene and after speaking with all parties, one person was arrested.
Michael ARMSTRONG (age 72) of Ennismore, ON., was arrested and charged with;
• Assault
The accused is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on February 24, 2026.
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).
(ADJALA-TOSORONTIO, ON) – Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired operation following a public complaint to emergency services of an individual unconscious behind the wheel.
On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, shortly before 3:30 p.m., officers from the Nottawasaga OPP responded to a call for service after emergency services received a report from a member of the public regarding a driver found unconscious behind the wheel of a pickup truck on an Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) trail. The incident raised concerns of possible impairment.
As a result of the investigation, officers arrested the driver for impaired operation.
The driver, Justin WRIGHT, a 44-year-old, of Essa Township, has been charged with:
• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
• Driving while under suspension
The accused party was released on a Form 10 Undertaking and is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford to answer to the charges.
The OPP remains committed to keeping Ontario roads and trails safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1 immediately to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.
(FORT ERIE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) seized 42 kg of suspected heroin from a tractor trailer attempting to enter Canada at the Peace Bridge port of entry from Buffalo into Fort Erie.
In December 2025, OPP members from the multi-agency Border Enforcement Security Task Force (BEST), which includes the CBSA, initiated an intelligence-led investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity and the alleged importation of heroin from the U.S. into Canada.
On Thursday, December 18, 2025, based on intelligence from the OPP, CBSA Intelligence and the National Targeting Centre identified a suspect tractor trailer attempting to enter Canada at the Peace Bridge port of entry. Upon primary inspection, border services officers referred the tractor trailer for examination. With the assistance of a CBSA detector dog, border services officers detected and seized 42 kg of suspected heroin concealed in the trailer. The CBSA also seized the tractor and trailer as offence-related property, and two cellphones. All seized items were turned over to the OPP.
The estimated street value of the drugs seized is $6.98 million.
This investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with any information in relation to this investigation, or the importation/trafficking of illegal drugs should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.
Anyone with any information in relation to suspicious border activity should contact the CBSA’s Border Watch Line at 1-888-502-9060.
(WELLINGTON COUNTY, ON) – Three individuals have been arrested in relation to a drug trafficking investigation.
On January 13, 2026, at approximately 4:45 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) executed a search warrant at a residence in Milton in relation to a drug trafficking investigation. The warrant was executed with the assistance from the Norfolk and Haldimand CSCU, the West Region Canine Unit, the West Region Tactics and Response Unit, the West Region Emergency Response Unit, the Wellington OPP Major Crime Unit and the Wellington OPP Community Response Unit.
The search resulted in the seizure of suspected methamphetamine, suspected cocaine, various weapons and ammunition, Canadian currency and indicia related to drug trafficking.
Total value of drugs and property seized is estimated to be worth over $24,000.
As a result of the investigation, Kanaan EBANKS-DALEY, a 24-year-old from Etobicoke, is charged under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:
Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
Unauthorized possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
Failure to comply with release order – other than attend court
The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on January 21, 2026.
Additionally, Tyler DAVIS-LOGAN, a 25-year-old from Milton, is charged under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:
Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
Unauthorized possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on January 15, 2026.
Further, Dylan SALTER, a 25-year-old from Milton, is charged under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:
Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
Unauthorized possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on January 15, 2026.
The Wellington OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122.
Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
(PICTON, ON) – Despite the recent conclusion of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Festive Ride campaign, impaired driving continues to pose a serious risk in Prince Edward County.
The province-wide initiative, which ran from November 20, 2025, to January 1, 2026, resulted in more than 700 impaired driving arrests across Ontario, including 150 drivers charged in the East Region. Despite these efforts, since January 1, officers from the OPP Prince Edward County Detachment have charged two additional drivers with impaired driving.
On Saturday, January 10, 2026, shortly before 10:00 p.m., officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision. Officers located the motorist, and the individual was arrested and transported to the detachment for testing.
Matthew Miller, age 40 of Hillier, was charged with:
Operation while impaired – alcohol
Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, shortly after 08:00 p.m., officers responded to another report of a motor vehicle collision. The individual was arrested and transported to the detachment for testing.
Chloe Nugent, age 19 of Lindsay, was charged with
Operation while impaired – alcohol
Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
Novice Driver – blood alcohol concentration above zero
Both accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton at a later date.
The OPP reminds motorists that new impaired driving penalties took effect January 1, 2026. Drivers are urged to make safe choices and never drive impaired.
(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH TWP, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Township resident with several criminal offences following a collision on January 05, 2026, on Blyth Road in ACW Twp.
Just after 6:00 a.m. on Monday, January 05, 2026, Huron County OPP officers responded to reports of a two-vehicle collision on Blyth Road in ACW Twp. Officers spoke to the involved drivers and one driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation.
The accused provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician at the Huron County OPP detachment in Clinton. Breath samples provided to police resulted in readings over the legal limit. Additionally, a quantity of suspected cocaine was located on the accused upon their arrest.
Xander FIDOM, 21 years-of-age from ACW Twp has been charged with:
– Operation while Impaired – Over 80,
– Dangerous Operation,
– Possession of Cocaine.
The vehicle involved was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.
The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on February 23, 2026.
(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in a recent theft incident.
On January 12, 2026, at approximately 10:00 a.m., a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a theft, which occurred at business on Main Street North in Mount Forest. A suspect failed to pay for over $1,000 worth of cosmetics before leaving the store.
Members of the Wellington County OPP are continuing to investigate this incident and are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the suspect involved.
Photographs of the suspect and suspect vehicle are attached for reference.
The Wellington County OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122.
Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
