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ASHFIELD COLBORNE WAWANOSH OPP Police Press Releases

Lucknow Line Traffic Stop Results In Numerous Charges

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH TOWNSHIP, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a commercial truck driver and the trucking company that owns the vehicle following a traffic stop on February 5th, 2025, in ACW Twp. 

Just before 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 5th, 2025, Huron County OPP officers were patrolling on Lucknow Line in ACW Twp when the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) equipment in the cruiser alerted the officer to the licence plate of a passing commercial motor vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted and officers spoke to the driver, discovering further infractions.

The 53-year-old driver from Brampton has been charged under the Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act as follows:

–      Driving While Under Suspension,

–      Use Plate not Authorized for Vehicle,

–      Fail to Maintain Daily Log,

–      Operate Commercial Motor Vehicle – no valid CVOR,

–      Operate Commercial Motor Vehicle – no validated Permit,

–      Fail to Have Insurance Card,

–      Fail to Surrender Permit for Trailer.

The trucking company, also based in Brampton was charged with the following offences:

–      Permit Use of Plate Not Authorized,

–      Operate Commercial Motor Vehicle – no validated Permit.

The involved vehicle was towed from the scene.

The accused parties now face a court appearance scheduled at the Provincial Offences Court – Goderich. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

School Assault With Weapon – One Arrested

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a young person in relation to an incident at a local school.

On Tuesday February 5, 2025, at approximately 3:10 p.m., Quinte West OPP responded to a school on County Road 40, where it was reported a young person was threatening a staff member. There were no injuries in the incident.

As a result of the investigation a youth from the Quinte Area was arrested and charged with:

  • Assault with A Weapon;
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

The accused has been released with a future court date. The name of the youth is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

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Loyalist OPP Police Press Releases

Fentanyl Bust – Names Released

(LOYALIST TWP, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit has charged two people and seized illegal drugs in the Amherstview area of Loyalist Township.

On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, Street Crime Unit officers, assisted by members of the Lennox and Addington County Detachment, OPP Emergency Response Team and OPP Canine Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence on Huff Avenue. They also conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Amherst Drive. Two people were arrested.

Investigators seized nearly 28-grams of suspected fentanyl, over 46-grams of suspected methamphetamine and over 43-grams of suspected cocaine. Officers also seized a vehicle and items typically associated with drug trafficking. 

Darcy HARTWICK, age 22 of South Frontenac Township, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – three counts
  • Fail to comply with a probation order

Raven HATFIELD, age 37 of Loyalist Township, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – three counts
  • Operation of a vehicle while prohibited under the Criminal Code.

Both of the accused were held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston. 

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Area OPP North Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Multiple Wingham Properties Damaged – Brody STONE Arrested

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual from Huron County following mischief to two properties in August 2024 in the Township of North Huron, Wingham. 

On August 10, 2024, Huron County OPP officers were contacted by two complainants who reported that windows had been damaged on their properties by an individual. The suspect was identified but was not located at that time. A warrant was issued for the individual’s arrest.

On February 01, 2025, officers located the suspect and arrested them in the Wingham area. They have been charged as follows:

Brody STONE, 29 years of age from No Fixed Address has been charged with:

–      Mischief Under $5,000 – (two counts).

The accused was processed and held in custody for a bail hearing where they were later released from custody with a court appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on February 24th, 2025. 

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

20 Year Old Urinates On Floor After Arrest

(BLIND RIVER, ON)– Officers locate individual falling in the snow.

On February 5, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report regarding a suspicious individual, possibly intoxicated, who was observed standing in a driveway in the 100 block of Causley Street, in the Town of Blind River.

Upon arrival, police located the person walking on the Causley Street sidewalk without shoes and exhibiting clear signs of intoxication. The individual was arrested and transported to the Blind River detachment, where they were lodged until sober.

While in custody, the accused became increasingly agitated and verbally abusive towards officers. The situation escalated when the individual began splashing toilet water in the cell area and at one point, the accused urinated through the bars of the cell onto the floor.

Gerry DICKINSON, 20 years old from Blind River was charged with:

  • Mischief under $5000
  • Being intoxicated in a public place

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on March 6, 2025. 

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ATIKAMEKSHENG FIRST NATION OPP Police Press Releases

Dead Puppies Leads To 3 Arrests

(ATIKAMEKSHENG FIRST NATION, ON) – After a lengthy investigation and tips provided by the public, three people have been charged.

On April 14, 2024, members from the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek Police Service, along with the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), began a cruelty to animals’ investigation, which involves several deceased puppies abandoned in a blue recycle box at a landfill site, on Reserve Road, Atikameksheng First Nation.

As a result of the investigation, Heather SAWDON, 50 years-of-age, Cody SHAWBONQUIT, 33 years-of-age and Lawrence SHAWBONQUIT, 28 years-of-age, all from Atikameksheng First Nation, have been arrested and charged individually with, cruelty to animals – unnecessary pain, suffering or injury.

The 33-year-old person was held for Bail Court and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on February 6, 2025, in Sudbury.

The 50-year-old person was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on February 19, 2025, in Sudbury.

The 28-year-old person failed to attend court on February 6, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice, in Sudbury, an arrest warrant is being issued.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicle Recovered – GURPREET SINGH Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges in what began as a report of a collision that turned into a stolen motor vehicle investigation. 

On February 5, 2025, just before 6:00 a.m., Caledon OPP responded to a vehicle in the ditch on Heart Lake Road, near Charleston Sideroad, in the Town of Caledon. During the investigation, it was determined that the vehicle had previously been reported as stolen. The occupant was placed under arrest.

As a result, GURPREET SINGH, 28, of no fixed address, was charged with:

• Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

• Possession of break-in instruments

The accused was held for a Bail Hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. 

For more information about vehicle theft, visit: https://www.opp.ca/autotheft 

If you suspect illegal activity in your neighbourhood, call 1-888-310-1122. 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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Middlesex

Fatal Snowmobile Collision

(SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX, ON) – Middlesex County OPP investigating a snowmobile collision that sent two individuals to hospital in Southwest Middlesex.

On Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 11:47 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Middlesex London Paramedic Service (EMS), and Southwest Middlesex fire were dispatched to an address on Longwoods Road in the Municipality of Southwest Middlesex for the report of a single snowmobile collision on private property.

As a result of the collision, the driver was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries. The driver, a 57-year-old of Southwest Middlesex, has since died as a result of injuries sustained in the collision.

The passenger was also transported to hospital with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries.

Members of the OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team attended the scene to assist with the investigation.

The investigation is continuing.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.   

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OPP Police Press Releases

1.5 Kg Fentanyl Bust

(PETERBOROUGH, ON) – A Peterborough resident is facing drug-related charges following a joint investigation by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Peterborough Police Service (PPS).

In the summer of 2024, the OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) and PPS began an investigation into drug trafficking activity throughout Peterborough and the surrounding area.

On January 28, 2025, five search warrants were executed in Peterborough, Durham Region and York Region by members from OPP OCEB, Peterborough OPP, OPP Community Street Crime Units in City of Kawartha Lakes, Peterborough County and Northumberland County, as well as PPS Emergency Response Team.

As a result, the investigative team seized the following items:

  •         Approx. 1.5 kilograms of suspected fentanyl
  •         Approx. 1.6 kilograms of suspected cocaine
  •         30 oxycodone tablets
  •         More than $5,000 in Canadian currency
  •         Eight cell phones
  •         Digital scales
  •         One laptop

Tirath ODEA, age 26 of Peterborough, has been charged with the following six offences under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  •         Possession of property obtained by crime
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine – two counts
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl – two counts
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – other opioid

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on February 10, 2025.

Anyone with any information about the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illicit drugs should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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ASHFIELD COLBORNE WAWANOSH OPP Police Press Releases

Another Local Assault #WaitInTheTruck

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH TWP, ON) – On January 31st, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a matter involving intimate partners in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Township (ACW Twp).

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed a criminal act against their partner.

A 26-year-old individual from ACW Twp has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence:

–      Assault – Spousal.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on March 03, 2025.

Victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Huron at www.victimserviceshuron.ca or by calling toll free at #1-866-863-4108, or #1-519-600-4108.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122, or 911 in an emergency.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a secure web tip at P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Arran-Elderslie OPP Police Press Releases

Victim Out $35,000

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) – On February 4, 2025, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to an address in the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie, where an individual reported being victim of a fraud.

Investigation revealed that over the course of a year, the victim made a series of transactions amounting to approximately $35,000 through a cryptocurrency investment company. The victim stumbled upon this investment company through an online advertisement, where they later conversed with an individual on numerous occasions to facilitate the transactions. Once the victim became suspicious of the legitimacy of this company and declined sending additional funds, they were locked out of their account.

The investigation has been passed over to the South Bruce OPP Crime Unit.

We urge residents to be cautious when engaging in digital currency transactions and investments.

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 Sudbury

Fentanyl Bust – Names Released

(SUDBURY, ON) – Two Greater Toronto Area (GTA) residents are facing a total of 43 firearm and drug-related charges after a drug trafficking investigation in Sudbury.

In October 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) in Sudbury began an investigation into drug trafficking activity spanning various communities, including Sudbury, Parry Sound and Manitoulin Island.

On January 8, 2025, members from OPP OCEB, OPP Provincial Guns and Gang Enforcement Team, OPP Canine, OPP Highway Safety Division and the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) Emergency Response Unit and GSPS Canine conducted a vehicle stop with two occupants suspected of drug trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, police executed two search warrants at a residence and storage locker in Toronto, seizing the following items:

  •         Five firearms with magazines and ammunition
  •         Approximately 850 grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine
  •         Approximately 750 grams of suspected fentanyl
  •         Approximately 73 grams of suspected cocaine
  •         500 grams of suspected methamphetamine
  •         Approximately $100,000 in Canadian currency
  •         Two prohibited devices
  •         One body armour vest
  •         Packaging materials

The estimated street value of the drugs seized is more than $200,000.

Anthony Eric DALEY-WILLIAMS, age 33 of Toronto, has been charged with the following 25 offences under the Criminal Code (CC) and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA):

  •         Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm – five counts
  •         Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition – five counts
  •         Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order – five counts
  •         Possession of a prohibited weapon contrary to prohibition order
  •         Possession of a prohibited device contrary to prohibition order
  •         Unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon
  •         Unauthorized possession of a prohibited device
  •         Possession of a firearm with altered serial number
  •         Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  •         Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sudbury on February 13, 2025.

Joan Claire GUCE, age 33 of Toronto, has been charged with the following 18 offences under the CC and CDSA:

  •         Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm – five counts
  •         Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition – five counts
  •         Unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon
  •         Unauthorized possession of a prohibited device
  •         Possession of a firearm with altered serial number
  •         Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  •         Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sudbury on February 19, 2025.

Anyone with any information about the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illegal drugs or firearms should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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ADMASTON BROMLEY

School Bus Collision – Details Released

(ADMASTON BROMLEY TWP, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently investigating a two-vehicle collision involving a minivan and a school bus in Admaston Bromley Township. 

The UOV OPP were called to the collision at the intersection of Snake River Line and Stoqua Creek Road at approximately 7:50 a.m. on February 6, 2025. Preliminary investigation indicates that the bus was attempting a turn on to Snake River Line from Stoqua Creek Road when it collided with the minivan on Snake River Line.

The driver of the minivan sustained minor injuries and was assessed by Renfrew County Paramedics at the scene. The bus driver and 12 student passengers on the bus were not injured. A replacement bus arrived on scene at approximately 8:15 a.m. to transport the students to school. 

The investigation is ongoing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Caleb BESLEY – Drunk Driving

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, ON) – Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual with impaired driving following a RIDE check in the Town of Wasaga Beach.

On February 6, 2025, at approximately 12:04 a.m., members of Huronia West OPP were conducting a RIDE spot check for sobriety on River Road West. A vehicle entered the RIDE spot check and police began an impaired driving investigation after noticing an odour of alcohol on the driver. A roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) was administered on the driver. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the Huronia West OPP Detachment for further investigation.

As a result, Caleb BESLEY, 31-year-old of Wasaga Beach, has been charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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South Simcoe Police Service

Another Home Invasion Thwarted By Hero Resident #StandYourGround

 (BRADFORD, ON) – South Simcoe Police are investigating a home invasion that occurred in Bradford West Gwillimbury on Monday, February 3, 2025. At approximately 9:29 a.m., South Simcoe Police responded to a residence in the Toronto Street and Hurd Street area of Bradford West Gwillimbury for report of a break and enter.

Through the investigation, it was determined that a home invasion had occurred. Four suspects arrived in a silver Kia Forte that parked in a neighbour’s driveway. The four suspects, one armed with a crowbar, entered the home by smashing two windows.  Upon entering the home, two suspects were confronted by a resident, which resulted in the suspects fleeing from the home. There were no physical injuries reported at the time of the incident.

South Simcoe Police have obtained photos of the suspects and vehicle and are releasing the following images to assist with the investigation. Photos (5) attached.

The investigation is ongoing by Detectives of the South Simcoe Police Criminal Investigations Bureau. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Constable Shawn Strilec at [email protected] or Detective Constable Keith Causton at [email protected].

Tips can be submitted anonymously with Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or you can submit information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, you will remain anonymous, you will not testify in court, and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2000.