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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Criminal Charges Following Collision

(KENORA, ON) – A motor vehicle collision ended with criminal charges for an impaired driver. 

On March 10, 2025, shortly before 8:30 a.m., members of the Kenora Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a pickup truck travelling eastbound on Highway 17 driving erratically. The complainant reported that the suspect vehicle was all over the road and nearly drove into oncoming traffic.

Shortly after 8:45 a.m. officers located the vehicle after it had collided with another vehicle that was stopped at a stop sign on Mellick Avenue.

Investigation determined that the driver was under the influence and was arrested and transported to the Kenora Detachment where additional testing was completed.    

Ville ISOKAUPPILA, 43-years-old, from Kenora, Ontario is charged criminally with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on April 17, 2025, to answer to the criminal 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 Bruce Peninsula

Scammers Active In South Bruce

(SOUTHERN BRUCE COUNTY, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have received two additional reports of fraud involving cryptocurrency.

On March 5, 2025, a resident of Huron-Kinloss reported a loss of $4,000 by means of cryptocurrency after receiving a pop-up advertisement online. The resident was led to believe their computer had been subject to a virus. They were instructed to transfer cryptocurrency in order to rectify the issues. The whole interaction was fraudulent.

On March 6, 2025, a resident of Kincardine reported a loss of $11,000 by means of cryptocurrency after being involved in a fraudulent investment scheme. The resident sent funds to an overseas agency in hopes of building a cryptocurrency investment. They soon after learned it was a scam when they were not able to withdraw funds, and continually encouraged to send more money.

These incidents mark the 7th reported cryptocurrency related frauds in South Bruce OPP jurisdiction for 2025.

We urge residents to be cautious when engaging in digital currency transactions and investments. Scammers often use fraudulent documents marked with logos and wording that can appear legitimate, which leads the victim down a path of surrendering personal information and banking details under the belief they are conversing with a legitimate source. If you receive any documentation that appears suspicious to your situation, contact the company or financial institution in person or directly by a number you know to be theirs; not the phone number or email the document advises to do, as it could be fraudulent.

For more information on fraud, you can contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or http://www.antifraudcentre.ca

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

57 Year Old Drunk Driver Arrested – Name Released

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after receiving a report of a single vehicle collision.

On March 7, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., Renfrew OPP received a report of a vehicle in a ditch on Mount St. Patrick Road in Admaston-Bromley Township. Police arrived on scene to find an abandoned vehicle, and an individual walking away from scene.

As a result of the investigation, Richard BROWN, age 57 of Calabogie was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired- alcohol

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

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Operate motor vehicle without insurance

·      Use of plate not authorized

·      Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

·      Fail to apply for permit on becoming an owner

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on March 26, 2025. The individual’s driver’s license has been suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Stephen ALEXANDER Charged Again!

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – A traffic stop near Villa Nova resulted in charges for a prohibited driver. 

At approximately 12:23 p.m. on Monday, March 10, 2025, an officer from the West Region Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) Team initiated a traffic stop and investigation on Indian Line near Villa Nova in Norfolk County.

The investigation revealed that the driver was both prohibited and suspended from operating a vehicle. They were subsequently taken into custody without incident.

73-year-old Stephen ALEXANDER from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code,
  • Driving while under suspension.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

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London OPP Police Press Releases

MACDONALD Was Arrested

(LONDON, ON) – Driver facing charges after traffic complaint on Highway 401 Eastbound.

On March 8, 2025, at 4:50 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to the Eastbound lanes of Highway 401 in Elgin County, for the report of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle was located and stopped near Highbury Avenue in the City of London.

As a result, Kate MACDONALD, a 20-year-old of Windsor, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Liquor Licence Control Act with:

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

·      Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

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 10, 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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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Drug Bust – Names Released

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – Two people are facing multiple charges after a two-month drug trafficking investigation conducted by the Thunder Bay Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) of the Ontario Provincial Police.

On March 5, 2025, members of the Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) with the assistance of the Nishnawbe-Aski Police Intelligence Unit executed a search warrant at a residence in the City of Thunder Bay.  

Police seized suspected cocaine, oxycodone, methamphetamine, MDMA, hydromorphone, clonazepam, morphine, buprenorphine, methylphenidate, diazepam and Canadian Currency. The approximate street value of the drugs seized is $32,000.00.

As a result of the investigation the following individuals have been charged:

Daniel HERNESHUHTA, 33-years-old of Thunder Bay, Ontario has been 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 – Opioid x3
  • Possession of a Schedule IV Substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 – In Canada
  • Failure to Comply with Release order x4
  • Possession of an identity document

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

Cody DEGAGNE-LUSIGNAN, 31-years-old of Atikokan, Ontario has been charged under 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
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of trafficking – Other Drug

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on the 16th of April 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

Any person with information regarding the illegal possession and trafficking of drugs should immediately contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

25 Year Old From Brockton Arrested – Details Released

(BROCKTON, ON) – On March 5, 2025, at approximately 4:45 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check a vehicle along Catherine Street, Municipality of Brockton.

The investigating officer detected signs of impairment from the involved driver. The driver was placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Roy KING, 25-years-old, of Brockton, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus), CC 320.14(1)(b)
  • Operation while prohibited, CC 320.18(1)(a)
  • Dangerous operation, CC 320.13(1)
  • Driving while under suspension, HTA 53(1) – two counts
  • Operate unsafe vehicle, HTA 84(1)
  • Use plate not authorized, HTA 12(1)(d)
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance, CAIA 2(1)(a)

The accused was held in custody by police for a bail hearing and subsequently released. They are to reappear at the Walkerton Court of Justice on April 2, 2025.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

Stunt Driver Caught In Kincardine

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On March 11, 2025, a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting mobile radar enforcement along Highway 9 in the Municipality of Kincardine.

At approximately 9:54 a.m., the officer observed a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed in the posted 80 km/h zone, to which a traffic stop was initiated.

As a result of the investigation, a 46-year-old motorist from Milton was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with the following:

  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt, HTA 172(1)
  • Speeding 50+ km/h over posted limit, HTA 128

Anyone charged with stunt driving receives a 14-day vehicle impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Walkerton, at a later date.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Puslinch

Bounliam SAENSOMBAT – Drunk Driving

(PUSLINCH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Guelph resident with two criminal charges stemming from a traffic complaint.

On March 10, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were conducting proactive traffic enforcement when a traffic complaint came in, making officers aware of a motor vehicle displaying signs of impaired driving. Officers quickly attended to area, located the motor vehicle in question and performed a traffic stop on Highway 6, just over Highway 401.

As a result of the investigation, Bounliam SAENSOMBAT, a 40-year-old of Guelph is charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on March 28, 2025.

The Wellington County OPP would like to thank the public for their call / assistance in keeping our streets safe.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Jamie Henderson – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a driver following a single-vehicle collision on Pinehurst Drive near Glen Morris Road West on March 10, 2025.

At approximately 11:08 p.m., police received a report of a vehicle that had rolled into a ditch. Upon arrival, officers observed the vehicle resting on its side with significant damage.

As a result of the investigation, a 26-year-old male, Jamie Henderson, of St. George has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

The accused was released from custody with a court date scheduled for March 27, 2025, in Brantford. The driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded.

Brant County OPP reminds motorists that impaired driving is dangerous and illegal. If you suspect someone is driving impaired, call 911 immediately.

Anyone with information regarding impaired driving or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/ or by calling 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

$30,000 Fentanyl Bust

(ESPANOLA, ON) – Two people have been arrested and are facing charges after a Reduced Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check.

On March 10, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE check on Highway 6 near Foucault Drive in Espanola. A vehicle came through the RIDE check, and officers detected an odour of cannabis emanating from the vehicle. Further investigation on scene resulted in the driver and passenger being arrested.

Additionally, police seized an amount of suspected fentanyl with an estimated street value of $30,000, and approximately $2,500 in Canadian Currency.

As a result, the driver, Johvonne STERLING, 30-years-old from Etobicoke, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available

The passenger, Mark TUCKER, 22-years-old from Etobicoke, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000

Both accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Sudbury today, March 11, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wainfleet

4,000 Untaxed Cannabis Plants Seized

(WAINFLEET, ON) – Police seized a large quantity of illegal cannabis plants after a Cannabis Act (CA) investigation at a location on Highway 3 in Wainfleet.

On February 26, 2025, following a referral from Health Canada cannabis inspectors, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Provincial Joint Forces Cannabis Enforcement Team (PJFCET) and Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) responded to the location in Wainfleet. This referral was based on information provided by Health Canada that cannabis was being grown in contravention of the issued registrations.

Investigators located 4,098 cannabis plants as well as 33.2 pounds of dried, processed cannabis. The illegal cannabis is valued at more than $2 million.

As a result, Ruyin CHEN, age 58 of Mississauga and Sirikat KHUMHUEANG, age 35 of Mississauga, have each been charged with the following two offences contrary to the Cannabis Act:

  •         Cultivate, propagate or harvest any cannabis plant at a place that is not their dwelling-house or to offer to do so
  •         Possess cannabis for the purpose of distributing

This investigation is currently ongoing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Puslinch

Bounliam SAENSOMBAT – Drunk Driving

(PUSLINCH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Guelph resident with two criminal charges stemming from a traffic complaint.

On March 10, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were conducting proactive traffic enforcement when a traffic complaint came in, making officers aware of a motor vehicle displaying signs of impaired driving. Officers quickly attended to area, located the motor vehicle in question and performed a traffic stop.

As a result of the investigation, Bounliam SAENSOMBAT, a 40-year-old of Guelph is charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on March 28, 2025.

The Wellington County OPP would like to thank the public for their call / assistance in keeping our streets safe.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Billings OPP Police Press Releases

Trinity CADA – Drunk Driving

(BILLINGS TOWNSHIP, ON) – One person has been arrested for impaired operation after police received a traffic complaint.

On March 9, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint reporting a possible impaired driver on Highway 540 in Billings Township. Shortly after, police located the vehicle on Highway 540 near Black Rock Road, and conducted a traffic stop. Further investigation on scene resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

The driver, Trinity CADA, 24-years-old from M’Chigeeng First Nation, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence
  • Operator a motor vehicle without insurance

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on April 15, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that if you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce

20 Year Old Arrested In South Bruce

(SOUTH BRUCE, ON) – On March 9, 2025, a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting stationary radar enforcement along Bruce Road 3 in the Municipality of South Bruce.

At approximately 1:27 p.m., the officer observed a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed in the posted 60 km/h zone, to which a traffic stop was initiated.

As a result of the investigation, a 20-year-old motorist from Mississauga was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with the following:

  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt, HTA 172(1)
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Fail to display two plates, HTA 7(1)(b)(i)
  • Fail to surrender permit, HTA 7(5)(a)

Anyone charged with stunt driving receives a 14-day vehicle impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Walkerton, at a later date.

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.