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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

2 Arrested Following Break & Enter

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – Two individuals are facing charges after they were located inside a residence from which they were recently trespassed.

On December 21, 2024, the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were asked to check on a vacant residence on Dawson Street in South Bruce Peninsula to remove any individuals inside as no one is authorized to be inside. The OPP attended and removed six individuals from the residence.

On December 22, 2024, at 4:50 p.m., officers were conducting a property check on the same Dawson Street residence. Two individuals who were previously trespassed were located inside.  

Matthew Nickels, 22-years-old of no fixed address was charged with the following:

·      Break, enter a place – to commit indictable offence

The accused was held pending a bail hearing.

Wesley Charlton, 43-years-old of Georgian Bluffs was charged with the following:

  • Break, enter a place – with intent to commit indictable offence

The accused party is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on January 30, 2025.

The Grey Bruce OPP want to remind residents to report all suspicious activity by calling 1-888-310-1122 or 911 if it is an emergency.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Arrested For Aggravated Assault

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating weapon-related incidents.

On December 17, 2024, shortly after 6:30 a.m., officers responded to a report a shooting from a vehicle towards a residence on Jamestown Court in the Town of Caledon. No injuries were sustained as a result of the incident. The shooting remains an ongoing investigation.

During the investigation, information was received about a separate incident the day prior, which occurred in Brampton. As a result, Tejinder KAHLON, 36, of Brampton, was arrested on December 20, 2024, and charged with:

• Aggravated assault

• Pointing a firearm

• Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

• Forcible confinement

• Fail to comply with release order

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

The investigation is ongoing by the Caledon OPP Major Crime Unit with the assistance from the OPP Forensic Identification Unit (FIS). If you have any information in relation to this incident, please contact the Caledon Major Crime Unit at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Darrick DEBOER – Drunk Driving

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – A 52-year-old from the County of Brant has been arrested after Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Brant County Detachment members responded to a traffic complaint early Saturday morning in the County of Brant.

On Saturday December 21, 2024, at approximately 12:16 a.m., Brant County OPP responded to a traffic complaint in Paris. The caller observed driving behaviour that caused them to be concerned and contacted police. Police located the vehicle at a residence on Catherine Street where one person was arrested and transported to Brant County detachment for testing.

Police have charged 52-year-old Darrick DEBOER from the County of Brant with the following offences:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford, Ontario on January 6, 2025.

If you see a suspected impaired driver, you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police, or your nearest police authority immediately by calling 9-1-1.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

Jason CHEETHAM Was Arrested – Details Released

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged another person with Impaired Driving in Bracebridge.

On December 21, 2024 at 10:15 p.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a concern from a member of the pubic about the well-being of a driver in a vehicle that was stopped near Pine Street in Bracebridge. As a result of their investigation, police arrested and charged 46-year-old Jason CHEETHAM of Bracebridge, ON with  Operation while Impaired- Drug CC 320.14(1)(a), Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Opioid CDSA 4(1) and Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine CDSA 4(1). He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on February 4, 2025 to answer to his charges.

Impaired driving continues to be a significant factor affecting the safety of everyone travelling on Muskoka roads and trails. If you suspect that someone is driving while under the influence of any substance, please call 9-1-1 from your hands-free device if it is safe to do so.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thessalon

Matthew BOSWORTH Arrested Again – Assault, Forcible Confinement

(THESSALON, ON)- Parent assaulted and restrained by sibling.  

On December 22, 2024, at approximately 2:45 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a family dispute on Dawson Street in the Town of Thessalon.

The investigation revealed that an adult sibling had elbowed their parent in the face, then proceeded to headbutt them while restraining the parent in a chair for an extended period. The sibling also prevented the parent from leaving a bunkhouse on the property and pocketed their cell phone.

As a result, Matthew BOSWORTH, 30 years-old from Brantford, was charged with:

  • Assault
  • Mischief under $5000
  • Forcible confinement
  • Possession of a Schedule I Narcotic
  • Fail to comply with probation order

The accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Video Bail in Blind River on December 23, 2024, and was remanded into custody.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Claude Johnson – Drunk Driving

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle in the ditch on County Road 36.

On December 20,2024, at 10:04 p.m., officers were dispatched after a motor vehicle had been located on County Road 36 in the ditch. Witnesses at the scene provided information that the driver of the vehicle had taken off on foot and was no longer at the scene. Responding officers located the driver a short distance away from the vehicle.

Through investigation, Claude Johnson, 45-year-old from Peterborough was arrested and charged with

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

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

In addition to the charges the driver received a 90-day licence suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The accused was released from custody with conditions and will appear later in court.

We would like to thank the members of our community that provided helpful information to ensure our roadways are safe.

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OPP Police Press Releases Serpent River First Nation

Brighten MOORE Facing Firearms Charges

(SERPENT RIVER FIRST NATION, ON)- One person arrested for pointing rifle at family members.  

On December 20, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the OPP’s Northeast Canine Unit, Emergency Response Team unit and the Traffic Incident Management Enforcement unit responded to a weapons complaint at a residence on Village Road in the community of Serpent River First Nation.

The complainant and their common-law spouse arrived at the residence to speak with a family member. When the family member became agitated, the couple decided to leave. As they were backing out of the driveway in their pickup truck, the family member emerged from the residence, armed with a long gun, and pointed it at the couple as they were leaving.

A short time later, when it was safe to so, officers approached the residence and arrested the accused for pointing the firearm. During the search, police located and seized two firearms, including a .22 semi-automatic rifle, which matched the description provided by the complainants.

As a result, Brighten MOORE, 28 years-old from Serpent River First Nation, was charged with:

  • Pointing a firearm
  • Possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

The accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Video Bail in Blind River on December 22, 2024, and was remanded into custody.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Gerry DICKINSON Urinates On Walls, Floors & Plays In Toilet Water

(BLIND RIVER, ON)- Passed-out customer charged with multiple offences.  

On December 18, 2024, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an intoxicated person who had passed out at a table with a bottle of alcohol at a local coffee shop on Causley Street in Blind River.

Upon arrival, police observed the intoxicated individual walking away from the business. The person was arrested and taken to the Blind River detachment. While in custody, the individual became belligerent, urinated on the floor and walls, and later stuffed their shirt into the cell toilet, splashing toilet water throughout the cell.

As a result, Gerry DICKINSON, 19 years-old from Blind River, was charged with:

  • Mischief under $5000
  • Failure to comply with undertaking
  • Being intoxicated in public place

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

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Kingston Police Press Releases

Hit & Run & Drunk Driving – Abdul Hakimy

(Kingston, ON) – A driver on highway 401 caused a collision with a tractor trailer, then failed to stay at the scene, and resulted in charges for impaired driving.

Around 08:30 am on December 21, 2024 Frontenac detachment members were called to a vehicle collision on the eastbound side of highway 401, near the highway 15 exit. A driver in an SUV had sideswiped a tractor trailer traveling the same direction, causing it to roll over into the ditch. The driver was transported to hospital with minor injuries. The trailer was loaded with synthetic rubber, and spilled into the ditch, requiring extensive clean-up.

Witnesses stopped to assist the driver of the tractor trailer, including removing the windshield to free the injured driver. The driver of the SUV continued along the highway with a damaged vehicle.

Another witness followed the vehicle until it exited at the next off ramp of Joyceville road, who then called police to report it. Officers arrived shortly after and located the driver attempting to change a flat tire on the damaged SUV, and continued investigation determined the driver to be impaired. An arrest was made for further breath testing at detachment.

Abdul Hakimy, a 53-year-old male, from Oshawa has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).
  • Fail to remain at scene of collision.

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Kingston on February 4, 2025.

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Central Elgin OPP Police Press Releases

Steven LOVIE – Impaired Operation

(CENTRAL ELGIN, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), West Region Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team arrested an impaired driver at a Festive Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint.

On December 22, 2024, members of the OPP TIME team were conducting a RIDE checkpoint on Caesar Road near Avon Drive, Municipality of Central Elgin. At approximately 11:00 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 by a Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE).

Steven LOVIE, a 53-year-old from Woodstock was charged with the following:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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 on January 21, 2025.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Kimberely STEWART – Drunk Driving

(Prince Edward County, ON) – A traffic complaint has resulted in impaired charges.

On December 21, 2024, at approximately 5:00 p.m., members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint on Highway 33 in Prince Edward County.

Officers located the vehicle and driver at the intersection of Highway 33 and County Road 3. The driver was treated for minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Kimberely STEWART, age 55, from Prince Edward County, was arrested and charged with:

· Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

· Dangerous Operation

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 8, 2025. They were also issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Grand Valley

36 Year Old Facing Impared Charges

(GRAND VALLEY, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Grand Valley resident with impaired operation related offences as the result of a traffic complaint.

On December 21, 2024, just before 10:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a traffic complaint about a possible impaired driver in the Town of Grand Valley. Dufferin OPP located the vehicle in question and conducted a traffic stop. After a brief conversation the officers were quickly led to an impaired driving investigation.

Michael DE CARTERET FEIT, a 36-year-old male, from Grand Valley has been charged with:

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

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

•      Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

•      Possess unmarked cigarettes

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended, and their vehicle impounded.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

74 Year Old Road Rager Arrested – Name Released

(Huntsville, ON) – On December 18, 2025, at 5:28pm the Huntsville OPP responded to a disturbance on King William Street.

Officers attended the location and through investigation determined that a male driver had approached the driver of a disabled transport truck and proceeded to have a physical altercation striking the victim several times. The victim did not require medical assistance because of the assault.

Victor BETTS, 74 years old of Emsdale Ontario is charged with:

·        Assault

·        Utter Threat – to cause Death or Bodily Harm

The accused is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on February 13, 2025 at Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario.

The Huntsville OPP request that anyone who has any information or video surveillance of this incident contacts the Huntsville OPP at 705-789-5551 or 1-888-310-1122.

To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit information online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Collingwood OPP Police Press Releases

Passed Out In Snowbank Results In Impaired Charge

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – On December 22, 2024, at 11:00 pm, members of Collingwood Ontario Provincial Police responded to a report of a vehicle on the front yard of residence in Collingwood.  Officers attended Kirby Avenue and found the vehicle in a snowbank between the roadway and sidewalk. The vehicle was facing the opposite direction to the lane of travel. Officers then located a male asleep behind the wheel. Further investigation led police to arrest the male for impaired driving and impound the motor vehicle. Several charges were laid by OPP including the refusal to comply with a breath demand contrary to section 320.15(1) of the Criminal Code.

Additionally, 21-year-old Abhishek KUMAR of Scarborough has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs (Criminal Code)

·        Unsafe move – lane/shoulder (Highway Traffic)

·        Fail to surrender licence (Highway Traffic)

·        Fail to surrender permit (Highway Traffic)

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The accused is set to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on January 28th, 2025.

Members of the Collingwood & Blue Mountains OPP remain committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.

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Police Press Releases St. Thomas Police Service

St. Thomas Police Daily Update – 21Dec2024

St. Thomas Police attended a retail store located in the 1063 Talbot Street business park regarding a shoplifter. Through investigation it was determined that a male wearing black pants and white running shoes stole $200 worth of electric toothbrushes and left the area in a black Tesla. This remains under investigation. Ref# ST24022887

St. Thomas Police are investigating a theft of two Amazon packages from a front porch on Myrtle Street. The home owner reports that the suspect was wearing a black face mask with an image of a skull on it, black coat and blue jeans and fled on Fourth Avenue. Ref# ST24022890

St. Thomas Police officers conducted a R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) spot check where 142 vehicles were stopped and checked. All 142 drivers were spoken to and no infractions were noted. Ref# ST24022902

A 35-year-old Strathroy resident was arrested and charged with impaired driving. St. Thomas Police officers stopped the suspect vehicle heading westbound on Wellington Street near 10pm. The suspect provided a sample of breath into the roadside screening device and registered a fail. The suspect was brought to the police station and registered reading of 120 and 110 on the Intoxilyzer 8000. This suspect was later released with a future court date. Ref# ST24022912

Protecting yourself from fraud

In an ongoing effort to help protect the residents of St. Thomas from falling victim to online scams and fraud, the St. Thomas Police Service would like to remind the community on ways to protect yourself and things to consider while online:

  • Always get a second opinion from family or friends regarding the situation
  • No employer will reach out to you through apps like Whats App or Telegram
  • No employer will ever pay you in crypto currency
  • No employer will ask you to invest your own money
  • Be cautious when asked to make payments with gift cards
  • Use the Canadian Anti- Fraud Centre as a resource to familiarize yourself with current scams and additional ways to protect yourself