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OPP Peterborough Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Peterborough County / Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) have arrested four individuals in relation to an ongoing trafficking investigation.

On Wednesday January 22, 2025, members of the Peterborough/Northumberland CSCU made an arrest of two individuals during a suspected drug transaction. The individuals were searched and officers seized 40.9 grams of Fentanyl and 7 grams of crack cocaine.

Officers further executed a search warrant of a location in the Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan and further seized 23 grams of cocaine, 9.9 grams of crack cocaine, 118 Percocet, drug packaging, digital scales, and $8,010 in Canadian currency. During the search, a third person, currently wanted by the Peterborough Police Service (PPS), was located and turned over to them.

A second search warrant was executed at a location in Peterborough City where a fourth (4th) person was located and arrested. During this search, officers seized an additional 77 grams of cocaine as well as $1,287 in Canadian currency. An additional unrelated person with multiple outstanding warrants with PPS was also located and turned over to them

John FOOTE (age 61) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Opioid (other than heroin) – two counts

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of Proceeds obtained by Crime Over $5000

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

Patrick MIDDLETON (age 38) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Opioid (other than heroin)

 Jessica NEEDHAM (age 37) of Peterborough, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Opioid (other than heroin)

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of Proceeds obtained by Crime Over $5000

Both these accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on February 18, 2025.

A fourth accused, a 45-year-old from Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

·      Possession of proceeds obtained by Crime Under $5000

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough at a later date.

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).

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Moonbeam OPP Police Press Releases

Neil DEJOODE Was Arrested

(MOONBEAM, ON) – A motorized snow vehicle (MSV) collision in Moonbeam has resulted in life-altering injuries for the driver and impaired driving charges.

On January 23, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Cochrane District Ambulance responded to a serious single MSV collision on the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) “A” Trail in Moonbeam.

The operator was transported to the hospital by ambulance and is being treated for life-altering injuries. As a result of the investigation, Neil DEJOODE, 46-year-old, from Haley Station has been charged with operation while impaired – alcohol.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing on February 24, 2025.

Additionally, officers determined that another MSV operator at the scene had consumed alcohol. The individual was issued a demand to provide a breath sample into an approved screening device (ASD) and failed to do so. As a result, Nicolas BOND, 37 years old from Phelpston, was arrested and charged with 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 Kapuskasing on February 24, 2025.

The OPP’s Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) team is assisting with this ongoing investigation.

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Alfred-Plantagenet OPP Police Press Releases

Attempted Murder – Names Released

(ALFRED-PLANTAGENET TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Hawkesbury Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid attempted murder charges in connection with an incident in Alfred-Plantagenet Township.

The serious assault happened on January 23, 2023, at a home on Plantagenet Concession Road 9. The 37-year-old male victim was transported to hospital by ambulance with serious injuries but has since recovered.

Two males fled the scene before police arrived.

Today, January 23, 2025, as a result of the investigation by the Hawkesbury OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB), two people were arrested with the assistance of the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit and Emergency Response Unit.

Marcus BOODOO, age 39 and Zubair SYED, age 37, both residents of Ottawa have been charged with attempt to commit murder, section 239(1)(b) of the Criminal Code.

The accused remain in custody with bail hearings scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal later today, January 23, 2025.

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Violent Home Invasion – Suspects At Large

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a home invasion which left one person with serious injuries.

The incident took place on January 21, 2025, at approximately 8:00 a.m. on Pembroke Street West in Pembroke. Three men broke into the home and the victim was assaulted with blunt objects. The victim was transported to a local hospital and later transferred to an Ottawa-area trauma centre with serious, non-life-threatening injuries. It is believed this was a targeted incident and there is no risk to the general public.

Police are seeking assistance from the public to help identity three persons of interest. One individual was wearing light blue pants, a plaid hooded jacket, and carrying a black and yellow tool bag. A second individual was wearing a black hoodie and a tan vest. The third person was wearing black pants, a black hoodie and carrying a black and grey Champion brand backpack. All three individuals were wearing ski masks.        

The investigation is continuing with the assistance of OPP’s Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and Renfrew County Crime Unit. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP at 613-732-3332 or Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or at www.valleytips.ca. 

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Belleville Police Service Police Press Releases

Belleville Police Daily Update 22Jan2025

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 72 calls for service over a 24-hour period beginning at 5:00 am on January 21, 2025 to 5:00 am on January 22, 2025.

Vehicle struck cow

On the 21st of January at 5:05am, Belleville Police attended a collision between a pick-up truck and a cow on Scuttlehole Rd.  The cow died upon impact however the driver was not injured as a result of the collision.  The owner of the cow was notified and the pickup truck was towed from the scene. 

Stolen vehicle leads to arrests

On the 21st of January at 2:18pm, while on patrol in the city’s west end, an officer received a notification of a stolen vehicle while using the Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR). The vehicle was stopped and the two occupants from Hamilton were arrested. Tara Farrel, 31-years-old was charged with one count of possession of stolen property and released on an Undertaking with a court date in February.  The 34-year-old male driver was charged with possession of stolen property, possession of a prohibited weapon, and two counts of fail to comply with probation.  He was held for a bail hearing. 

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas Police Service

STPS Daily Update 22Jan2025

High School Violence 

Two St. Thomas teens have been charged after police were called to investigate an incident that occurred at a local high school, last week. Through investigation, police learned the victim had sustained minor injuries after an altercation with the two teens following their gym class. As a result, a 15 year old St. Thomas resident and a 14 year old St. Thomas resident have both been charged with one count of Assault. ST25001146

Intimate Partner Violence 

A 25 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 21st 2025, police were called to the 300 block of Talbot Street to investigate the report of an assault that had occurred. Through investigation, officers learned a verbal argument between a couple had escalated and turned physical. The victim had sustained minor injury and was transported to the hospital by EMS for medical treatment. As a result, the 25 year old St. Thomas resident was charged with one count of Assault and one count of Failure to Comply with Undertaking. The individual was arrested and transported to police headquarters. Through further investigation, officers learned of previous assault that had occurred between the victim and the accused, where injury was also sustained. The 25 year old was additionally charged with 3 counts of Failure to Comply with Undertaking, Utter Threats to Cause Death and Assault Cause Bodily Harm. They were processed on all charges and held for a morning court appearance. ST25001221

A 30 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 21st 2025, police were called to an address on the southside of the city after receiving information of a heated argument occurring outside of a residence. Upon arrival, officers learned a verbal argument between a couple had escalated and turned physical, resulting in the accused punching the victim several times and brandishing a knife during the altercation. The victim sustained minor injuries. As a result, the 30 year old St. Thomas resident was charged with one count of Assault with a Weapon and transported to police headquarters where they were processed and released with a future court date. ST25001249

Warrant Arrest 

A 32 year old Woodstock resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 21st 2025, STPS were notified by the OPP in Tillsonburg that they had the individual in custody on the strength of our outstanding warrant for Assault and Failure to Comply. Officers attended Tillsonburg and took custody of the individual who was transported to St. Thomas police headquarters where they were processed and held for a morning court appearance. ST25001235

A 32 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested. On Tuesday January 21st 2025, officers at the Elgin County Courthouse were dealing with the individual on an unrelated matter when they became aware of an outstanding warrant for Theft and Fraud stemming from separate incidents in November and January. The 32 year old was processed and released on an undertaking with a future court date. ST25001205

Mischief 

A 46 year old St. Thomas resident has been arrested after being identified as the individual responsible for stealing property from the door of an apartment and causing damage to the door. On Tuesday January 21st 2025, police were called to investigate the incident that occurred earlier that morning. Through investigation and review of available video, the 46 year old was identified and charged with one count of Mischief and one count of Theft under $5,000. Police located the 46 year old and transported them to police headquarters where they were processed and released on an undertaking with a future court date. ST25001199

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Police Press Releases Windsor Police Service

Fatal Pedestrian Collision

The Windsor Police Service is investigating a motor vehicle collision that left one pedestrian dead.

At approximately 5 p.m. on January 21, 2025, officers were dispatched to the intersection of Twin Oaks Drive and Munich Court following a report of a collision involving a motor vehicle and a pedestrian. An initial investigation determined that a 47-year-old woman attempted to cross Twin Oaks Drive on foot and was struck by a passing pickup truck.

The victim was transported to hospital where she was pronounced deceased.

The motorist remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.

The area was closed for several hours while members of the Windsor Police Collision Reconstruction and Forensic Identification Units processed the scene.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, or has information or video footage of the incident, is asked to contact the Windsor Police Service Traffic Enforcement Unit at 519-945-9645 ext. 223. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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Police Press Releases York Regional Police

Shooting Caught On Video

Investigators with the York Regional Police #5 District Criminal Investigations Bureau are appealing for witnesses and searching for a suspect after a woman was shot outside her home in the City of Markham.

On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., police responded to reports of a shooting in the area of Lee Avenue and Noble Street. When they arrived, they located a woman suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injures.

Video recovered from the area shows the suspect arrived in a dark-coloured, Audi A4 sedan. The suspect is described as male, Asian, skinny build, wearing a high-visibility vest, construction helmet, a dark-coloured hooded sweater, black pants and a medical mask.

The victim exited her home to speak with the suspect and as she was returning to her residence the suspect shot her.

A video of the incident can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/ReDcFBKciJ4

Investigators believe the incident is targeted and are appealing to anyone who has not yet spoken to police to please come forward. Additionally, officers are seeking surveillance video or dashcam footage from the area at the time of the shooting.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police #5 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7541, or leave an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or online at www.1800222tips.com.

Visit our Community Safety Data Portal for complete stats and crime data within York Region. Crime prevention is our shared responsibility. Learn more about Operation Streetview.

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Brantford Police Police Press Releases

Shots Fired During Robbery – 3 Sent To Hospital

Brantford police are actively investigating a robbery and shooting that has injured three people and are advising the public that there is currently a heavy police presence in the downtown core as the investigation continues.

At approximately 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 22, 2025, police responded to a report of a robbery in progress, where two victims had been shot and a third victim assaulted. The incident occurred in the area of Colborne Street and Alfred Street.

Officers responded and located three victims who sustained serious injuries. The victims have been transported to hospital for treatment and are in stable condition at the time of this report.

One male suspect was quickly located by officers and is now in police custody. 

Officers are actively searching the area for the outstanding suspect(s) and ask the public to stay away from the immediate area unless absolutely necessary. BPS K9 Unit is assisting in the search. Additional suspect information is not available at this time.

As it is early in the investigation, more information will be released once available.

Anyone with information or video footage related to this incident is asked to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050. Video footage can be uploaded to the following link: https://brantfordpoliceservice.ca.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/br25003020 

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

CKPS Daily Update 22Jan2025

Chatham-Kent Police

The Chatham-Kent Police Service (CKPS) responded to a variety of incidents over the past 24 hours. Below is a summary of the key events, including arrests, investigations, and other notable occurrences:

Spotlight

  • Total Call for Service: 209
  • 911/PSAP Transfers:49
  • Reportable Calls: 36
  • Non-Reportable Calls: 173
  • Property Checks:53
  • Community Services/Foot Patrol:9
  • Domestics:3

Arrests:

  •  7 arrests were made throughout the day, including individuals wanted for outstanding warrants, failure to comply, and domestic-related offenses.

Key Incidents:

Warrants – Case# CK25004134

Date: January 21, 2025, Time: 09:06hrs. Location: Don Hillock Drive, Aurora

Details:

  • A 46-year-old man from the Township of King, was arrested by the York Regional Police Service on behalf of the Chatham-Kent Police Service on January 21, 2025. He was taken into custody during a traffic stop for an outstanding failure to comply warrant. He was later released with a court date of February 24, 2025. We thank the York Regional Police Service for their assistance in this arrest.

Arrest FTC – Case# CK25004143

Date: January 21, 2025, Time: 10:37hrs. Location: O’Neil Street, Chatham

Details:

  • A 37-year-old female resident of Chatham was arrested for failing to comply with the conditions of her release order. She was taken into custody and is being held for bail.

 Warrants – Case# CK25004186

Date: January 21, 2025, Time: 16:11hrs. Location: Merritt Avenue, Chatham

Details:

  • A 34-year-old female resident of Chatham was located at Merritt Avenue, Chatham. She was arrested on an endorsed failure to comply with warrants. Subsequently she was released with conditions and a court date of February 24, 2025.

Warrants – Case# CK25004208

Date: January 21, 2025, Time: 18:09hrs. Location: St. Clair Street, Chatham

Details:

  • As a result of a person stop, a 52-year-old female resident of Petrolia was arrested on an outstanding failure to attend court warrant. She was released with conditions.

Obstruct/Failure to Comply with Probation- Case# CK25004266

Date: January 21, 2025, Time: 0024hrs. Location: Sandys St. Chatham

Details:

  • As a result of a traffic stop, a 30-year-old male, Chatham resident provided false identification to a Chatham-Kent Police Officer. He was arrested for obstruction and found to be in breach of his probation order. The arrested person was transported to Chatham-Kent Police Headquarters, where he was released with conditions and a court date of March 03, 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.

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

3 Year Old & Father Killed In Collision

A three-year-old female and her father have died after being struck by a vehicle in Pickering.

On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at approximately 7:50 p.m., members from West Division were dispatched to the scene of a fail-to-remain collision at the intersection of Brock Road and Taunton Road in the City of Pickering.

A 39-year-old female from Pickering was operating her Nissan southbound through the intersection on a green light. A northbound Honda driven by a 40-year-old from Pickering turned left to go westbound on Taunton Road and struck the southbound Nissan.

The Honda continued westbound on Taunton Road for approximately 350 metres, where it left the roadway and struck a guardrail coming to a stop in the ditch.

The 40-year-old male exited his vehicle and removed his three-year-old daughter from the Honda. The male walked back up onto the roadway carrying his daughter and attempted to cross Taunton Road heading south where they were struck by a westbound BMW operated by a 52-year-old male from Ajax.

As a result of the collision, the 40-year-old male and his three-year-old daughter suffered serious life-threatening injuries. Durham EMS transported the male to a local area hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. His 3-year-old daughter was taken by Durham EMS directly to a hospital in Toronto. On arrival at the hospital, the female was treated for her injuries however she passed away a short time later.

Members of the DRPS – Collision Investigation Unit, attended the scene and investigated the circumstances of the incident. The area of the roadway was closed for several hours while evidence was collected. This collision is still under investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call DC Latour of the Collision Investigation Unit at 905-579-1520 (toll-free 1-888-579-1520) ext. 5226.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

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London Police Service Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicle Recovered: Frederick Claire Doxtator-Ireland Arrested

LONDON, ON (January 22, 2025) – A London man is facing charges after police recovered a stolen vehicle yesterday morning.

On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at approximately 7:45 a.m., a man parked a work vehicle outside an organization in the area of Commissioners Road East and Wellington Road. A short time later, he observed the truck leaving the lot, travelling westbound on Commissioners Road East.

Police were contacted and obtained video surveillance of the reported theft.

Through the course of the investigation, police learned that the stolen vehicle was parked on MacKay Avenue near Langarth Street West.

A number of officers, including members of Uniformed Division, the LPS Emergency Response Unit and Canine Unit, attended the area and located the vehicle. A short time later, a suspect male was located and arrested at a residence.

As a result of the investigation, Frederick Claire Doxtator-Ireland, 32, of London, has been charged with theft of a motor vehicle.

The accused is expected to appear in London court today in relation to the charges.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers. 

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

GPS Daily Update 22Jan2025

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a break-in Tuesday morning at a south-end business.

Approximately 5:30 a.m. a resident called 911 after observing suspects breaking into a business near Gordon Street and Lowes Road. One male smashed a window and entered the business, passing product to a second male who placed it in the bed of a pickup. Both suspects entered the passenger side of the vehicle, suggesting the involvement of a third person who was driving.

The first suspect was described as wearing a camouflage jacket, red hoodie and pants. The second was wearing all black, including a black winter coat. They were driving a newer white extended-cab pickup with a black tonneau cover and the licence plate covered. The truck was last seen westbound on Lowes Road.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Allison Bell-Davies at 519-824-1212, ext. 7449, 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.

Woman arrested in theft investigation

A Guelph woman who was allegedly part of a theft ring targeting businesses across the city last summer has been arrested.

In September, the Guelph Police Service Break Enter Auto Theft Unit began an investigation into a series of thefts and robberies which occurred between May and August. Eight individuals were eventually identified as working together during these incidents.

On Tuesday, a 32-year-old Guelph woman was arrested for two counts of theft under $5,000. She was held for a bail hearing Wednesday.

The investigation is ongoing. A 28-year-old Guelph man was previously arrested while six others remain outstanding with warrants for their arrest.

Alcohol theft remains under investigation

The Guelph Police Service continues to investigate after three people made off with $2,700 worth of alcohol from an east-end business earlier this month.

Just after 4 p.m. January 2, police were dispatched to a business on Speedvale Avenue East. Staff reported two men and a woman had just left the store with more than 30 bottles of scotch and tequila.

The first suspect was described as a white male wearing a blue and black coat, hoodie and Blue Jays baseball cap. The second was described as a possibly white male wearing a grey coat with black fur trim on the hood and dark pants. The third was a white female with blonde hair wearing a red coat with black fur trim on the hood and dark pants.

Anyone who recognizes the individuals in the attached photos or has other information is asked to call Constable Christian Godin at 519-824-1212, ext. 7288, 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.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Jason CROMBEZ Facing Numerous Charges

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Haldimand/Norfolk Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) has arrested a wanted individual in Simcoe, charging them with multiple offences.

At approximately 11:13 a.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU spotted an individual with an outstanding warrant operating a motor vehicle on Queen Street North in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

A short time later, officers took the individual into custody without incident.

Upon searching the individual and their vehicle, officers seized suspected cocaine, crack cocaine, methamphetamine, Canadian currency, a weapon, and drug paraphernalia.

39-year-old Jason CROMBEZ from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Driving while under suspension,
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code (two counts),
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine (two counts),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine,
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose,
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada.

The accused has been held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Kamaljeet SANGRA – Impaired Driving

(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 January 18, 2025, just before 8:00 p.m., officers responded to a vehicle into the ditch on The Gore Road, near Healey Road, 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, Kamaljeet SANGRA, 49, of Brampton, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – drugs

• Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on February 6, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired, and impaired driving is dangerous regardless of the source of impairment. 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.