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Carleton Place OPP Police Press Releases

Incest: 30 Year Old Arrested

(CARLETON PLACE, ON)- The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Carleton Place resident with sexual offences.

Officers began an investigation in September of 2023, regarding allegations of sexual assault involving a child. As the result of further information, the investigation continued and a 30-year-old Carleton Place man was arrested on February 18, 2025, and charged with:

·        Sexual Assault on a person under 16 years of age

·        Incest

The male was held for bail and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on February 18, 2025.

The name of the accused will not be released to protect the identity of the victim.

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested: Name Released

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to three separate incidents over the long weekend that have resulted in impaired driving related charges.

 On February 14, 2025, at approximately 3:15 a.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a report of a vehicle in the ditch on Curry Road in the Township of South-West Oxford.

 As a result of the investigation, William WHITCROFT, a 33-years-old resident of Norfolk County has been charged with:

 ·      Operation While Impaired

·      Operation While Prohibited

·      Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle

·      Flight From Peace Officer

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

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

On February 15, 2025, at approximately 8:10 a.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a report of a possible intoxicated driver on Thames Street in the Town of Ingersoll.

 As a result of the investigation, Kyle FRANKLIN, a 27-years-old resident of Ingersoll has been charged with:

 ·      Operation While Impaired

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance

 The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on April 1, 2025.

On February 15, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m. members of the Oxford OPP were called to a single vehicle collision on the westbound lanes of Highway 401 in the Township of South-West Oxford.

 As a result of the investigation, Mohammed BEELUT a 36-years-old resident of Belle River has been charged with:

·      Operation While Impaired

·      Operation While Impaired- Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·      Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle

 The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on March 25, 2025.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911.

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Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

Jordan SLADE Was Arrested Again: Details Released

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On February 11, 2025, at approximately 4:19 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a theft at an address along Walter Street in Lucknow. 

Investigation revealed a theft of a number of items from a maintenance room on the property, with the accused attempting to cover up surveillance cameras at the location.

As a result of the investigation, Jordan SLADE, 36-years-old from Huron-Kinloss has been charged with:

  • Theft under $5,000, CC 334(b)
  • Break & enter, CC 348(1)(b)
  • Fail to comply with probation, CC 733.1(1) – two counts

The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing and later released; to reappear in the Walkerton Court of Justice on February 26, 2025 to answer to the charges.

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 Quinte West

4 More Impaired Drivers Arrested – Names Released

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid four separate impaired driving charges over a busy winter storm weekend.     

On Friday February 14, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Quinte West OPP officers were conducting speed enforcement on Glen Miller Road, in the City of Quinte West. They stopped a vehicle for stunt driving, driving more than 100-kilometres per hour in a posted 60 zone. The investigation resulted in the driver being arrested and transported to the detachment for testing.    

Joseph LAFRANCE, 28-year-old from Quinte area, has been charged with:

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

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed

·      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville at a future date. Additionally, the vehicle was impounded for 14 days and their licence was suspended for 90 days.

On Friday February 14, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., Quinte West OPP officers conducting traffic enforcement when they stopped a vehicle on Old Highway 2, in the City of Quinte West. Police stopped the vehicle after the cruiser’s Automated Licence Plate Recognition system detected a suspended driver. Through the officer’s investigation, the driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for testing.    

Douglas KELLY, 32-year-old from Quinte area, has been charged with:

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

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville, at a future date. Additionally, the vehicle was impounded for seven days, and their licence was suspended for 90 days.

On Saturday February 16, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., Quinte West OPP officers were dispatched to a vehicle in a ditch on Frankford Road, in the City of Quinte West. Police attended and located the vehicle and the driver. As a result of the investigation, and the driver was transported to the detachment for testing.    

Michael GAYTON, 53-year-old from Quinte area, has been charged with:

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

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      Resist peace officer

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The accused party were released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville, at a future date. The vehicle was impounded for seven days, and their licence was suspended for 90 days.

On Saturday February 16, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Quinte West OPP officers were dispatched to a report of a possible impaired driver. Police located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. When police approached the vehicle and observed the driver climb into the back seat. The driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for testing.    

Justine IRVINE, 43-year-old from Quinte area, has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville, at a future date. Additionally, the vehicle was impounded for seven days, and their licence was suspended for 90 days.

If you suspect that someone is driving or about to drive impaired, call 9-1-1 and report it. You could save a life.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

Lance Shawana: Cocaine

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – Two people are facing charges after a traffic stop on Highway 6 between Little Current and Sheguindah.

On February 13, 2025, at approximately 3:45 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were alerted to a possible suspended driver by the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system. Police conducted a traffic stop on Highway 6 in the Township of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI). Furth investigation resulted in the driver and passenger being arrested.

Additionally, police seized approximately 17 grams of suspected cocaine, with an estimated street value of $1,700.

As a result, the driver, Lance Shawana, 38-years-old from Wikwemikong, was charged with possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine.

The passenger, Amy ASSINEWAI, 42-years-old from Wikwemikong, was charged with possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine.

The two accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on April 1, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tay Valley

Travis Seed: Drunk Driving

(TAY VALLEY TWP, ON) – – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Tay Valley Twp resident with impaired driving.

Officers conducted a traffic stop on Clarchris Road in Tay Valley Township on Saturday, February 15, 2025, shortly after 6:00 p.m. after receiving a complaint of a possible impaired driver.

The officer, while conducting a traffic investigation, arrested the driver and transported the individual to the detachment for testing.

As a result of the investigation, Travis Seed age 43, of Tay Valley Township has been charged with operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on March 10, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension), and vehicle has been impounded for seven days.

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Mississippi Mills OPP Police Press Releases

Jenneth Boudreau: Drunk Driving

(MISSISSIPPI MILLS TWP, ON) – – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Renfrew resident with impaired driving.

Officers conducted a traffic stop on Highway 7 west of Carleton Place, in Mississippi Mills Township on Friday, February 14, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m.

The officer, while conducting a traffic investigation, arrested the driver and transported the individual to the Carleton Place Detachment for testing.

As a result of the investigation, Jenneth Boudreau age 28, of Renfrew has been charged with:

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

• Operation while impaired – Alcohol

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on April 14, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension), and vehicle has been impounded for seven days.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Taiven CADA Arrested After Rampage

(BLIND RIVER, ON)– OPP makes two arrests.

On February 17, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a threat’s complaint on Hudson Street in the Town of Blind River. 

The investigation revealed that the complainant was walking eastbound on Hudson Street when they were chased by a blue pickup truck. The driver of the pickup truck exited the vehicle, and a confrontation ensued, during which the complainant was sprayed with bear mace.

Approximately two to three weeks earlier, the complainant reported being pushed down by the driver of the same blue pickup truck while walking eastbound on Causley Street. The complainant was then assaulted with a bong and a can, sustaining injuries to the head and nose.

At approximately 1:30 p.m. on February 17, 2025, Taiven CADA, 18 years old from Blind River was arrested charged with:

  • Uttering threats-cause death or bodily harm – two counts
  • Assault
  • Assault with a weapon-two counts
  • Dangerous operation
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm – two counts
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm – two counts
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose – two counts
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device – two counts
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts

Before the pickup truck was towed police located and seized an air gun and a bolt action rifle.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on April 3, 2025.

While investigating the above incident, police determined that the complainant was also wanted for a break and enter that occurred in early February 2025.

On February 3, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a storage building on Lachore Street in Blind River was broken into. The suspect damaged the window of the front door and stole items, including a sweater and shoes. The stolen items were later posted on social media.

On February 17, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., Nicolas SACHRO, 18 years old from Blind River was arrested and charged with:

  • Theft under $5000
  • Break, enter a place-with intent to commit an indictable offence
  • Possession property obtained by crime

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on April 3, 2025.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Reneigh KOKE: Drunk Driving

(BLIND RIVER, ON)– The East Algoma OPP lays 4th impaired charge in 2025.

On February 15, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a vehicle that was stuck in a snowbank on Mountain Glen Road in the Town of Blind River. 

Police arrived on scene a short time later and located the car stuck in a snowbank with the driver at the wheel. While speaking to the driver police determined alcohol had been consumed and a subsequent arrest was made. The driver was then transported to Blind River detachment for further testing.

Reneigh KOKE, 49 years old from Blind River was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on April 3, 2025.

The car was towed and impounded for seven days with the driver being issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension.

If you suspect and impaired driver don’t hesitate “MAKE THE CALL” call 911.

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Mississippi Mills OPP Police Press Releases

Carl Chambers Was Arrseted

(MISSISSIPPI MILLS, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a London resident with several offences after responding to a collision on Highway 7 in Mississippi Mills Township.

On February 17, 2025, just before 11:00 p.m. police were called to the scene of a single vehicle collision. There were no occupants with the vehicle when police arrived, and further investigation found the vehicle to be stolen. An individual was located nearby and taken into custody. Officers also seized a quantity of suspected crystal methamphetamine.

 Carl Chambers, 30-years-old of London, has been charged with:

·        Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance

·        Possession of break and enter tools

 The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing and was remanded to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on February 18th, 2025

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Central Elgin OPP Police Press Releases

Edward COOPER: Drunk Driving

(CENTRAL ELGIN, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin Detachment arrested an impaired driver at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint.

On February 14, members of the OPP were conducting a RIDE checkpoint on Carlow Road near Bridge Street, Municipality of Central Elgin. At approximately 10:35 a.m., police stopped a passenger vehicle and checked for driver sobriety.

As a result of the investigation, the driver was taken into custody and transported to the Elgin OPP, St. Thomas Detachment, for further testing.

Edward COOPER, a 65-year-old from Port Stanley was charged with the following:

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus.

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas at a later date.

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.

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Alerts Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Glengarry

2 Home Invaders Shot To Death: No Charges #StandYourGround #TCB

(SOUTH GLENGARRY TWP., ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is continuing to investigate a home invasion in South Glengarry Township which left two people deceased.

On Sunday, February 2, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., officers with the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment responded to a home on Old Highway 2. It was reported that the incident began as a home invasion by three males. Two people had been shot and were pronounced deceased at the scene.

The deceased individuals have now been identified as Eddie ALOBHOUET, age 19 and Tristan SIMARD, age 18. Both were residents of St. Jerome, Quebec.

Efforts continue to identify a third individual who had fled the scene.

The residents of the home were not injured in the incident. They were initially taken into custody at the scene but were later released unconditionally. Several items, including firearms, were seized from the residence.

There is no threat to public safety as the incident is believed to be targeted.

The investigation is being conducted by members of the SD&G OPP Crime Unit under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Anyone with any information that could assist the investigation or help locate the third person, is urged to contact the SD&G OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Whitewater Region

2 Dead – Few Details Released

(WHITEWATER REGION TWP, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating the deaths of two individuals in the Township of Whitewater Region.

On February 16, 2025, shortly after 2:30 p.m., officers responded to a call where a property owner located two deceased individuals. While the cause of death cannot yet be confirmed, investigators believe there is no threat to public safety.

The UOV Crime Unit is continuing the investigation with assistance of OPP Forensic Identification Services (FIS) and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario (OCCO) and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OFPS).

The investigation is in the early stages and no further details can be released at this time.

If anyone has any information that may assist the investigation, they should contact the UOV OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or at www.valleytips.ca.

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Atikokan OPP Police Press Releases

JOHN MANFORD: Drunk Driving

(ATIKOKAN ON,) Members of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual following a traffic complaint.

On February 17, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m. the Provincial Communications Centre received a phone call from a concerned citizen who reported a possible impaired driver as they had observed concerning driving behaviour. Police began patrolling the Town of Atikokan looking for the motor vehicle

At approximately 3:00 a.m. police located a vehicle parked at the corner of MacKenzie Avenue and Mercury Avenue in the Town of Atikokan matching the description. Police found the driver to be sleeping in the driver’s seat.

While speaking with the driver, the investigating officer observed signs of intoxication and conducted an impaired driving investigation.

As a result of the investigation, JOHN MANFORD a 18-year-old male from Atikokan Ontario was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs contrary to section 320.14(1)(a) of the Criminal Code.
  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus) contrary to section 320.14(1)(b) of the Criminal Code.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License 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 in Atikokan on the 27th of March, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

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) or submit a tip online at www.p3tips.com/273. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

27 Year Old From Mount Forest Charged

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Mount Forest resident with four provincial offences.

On February 16, 2025, at approximately 1:45 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a traffic enforcement initiative and conducted a traffic stop on Main Street within Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, a 27-year-old from Mount Forest is charged under the Highway Traffic Act and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence
  • Drive motor vehicle, fail to display two plates

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

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. 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.