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OPP Penetanguishene Police Press Releases

CARRIERE Was Arrested

(PENETANGUISHENE, ON) –  A Sergeant from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while on patrol in Penetanguishene made a vehicle stop just after midnight of a vehicle travelling without any running lights activated.

The blue Toyota pick up observed travelling along Robert Street was safely stopped on Maria Street and the officer spoke to the driver and shortly entered into a drinking and driving investigation.

As a result of this investigation, Jessica CARRIERE 47 years of Penetanguishene has been charged criminally with the offence of Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) and was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the January 2, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

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Georgian Bay OPP Police Press Releases

FERGUSON – Drunk Driving

(GEORGIAN BAY TWP, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a driver after receiving a traffic complaint on Highway 400 in Georgian Bay Twp.

On December 16, 2024 at 3:45 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers were dispatched to a possibly impaired driver on Highway 400 in Georgian Bay Twp. The complainant was able to update officers on the vehicles location and a traffic stop was conducted a short time later. As a result of their investigation, police have charged 59-year-old Joanne FERGUSON of Seguin, ON with Impaired Operation CC 320.14(1)(a) and Over 80 CC 320.14(1)(b). She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on January 21, 2025 to answer to her 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 Prince Edward

CHIN – Impaired Driving

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

On December 14, 2024, at approximately 3:45 p.m., members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to County Road 3 in Prince Edward County when a suspected impaired driver was reported.

Officers located the vehicle and driver, with an Approved Screening Device being utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Rachel CHIN, age 29, from Belleville, was charged with:

· Operation while impaired – alcohol

· 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 on January 8, 2025. They also had their driver’s license suspended for a period of 90 days and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

ELLIOT – Drunk Driving

(Prince Edward County, ON) – A single vehicle collision has resulted in a driver being charged with impaired operation.

On December 15, 2024, at approximately 4:15 a.m., members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a single vehicle collision on County Road 12 in Prince Edward County.

As a result of the investigation, Kevin ELLIOT, age 25, from Prince Edward County, was arrested and charged with:

· Operation while impaired – alcohol

· 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 on January 8th, 2025. They also had their driver’s license suspended for a period of 90 days and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

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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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

5 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Five individuals have been charged following investigations into separate impaired driving incidents.

At approximately 9:19 p.m. on Friday, December 13, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a two-vehicle collision on Main Street in Port Dover, Norfolk County.

It was determined that a pickup truck was travelling on Main Street when it collided with a parked vehicle. No injuries were reported.

After conducting a roadside sobriety assessment at the scene, officers took the driver into custody without incident.

58-year-old Todd ROBERTS from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences: 

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Careless driving.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

At approximately 12:09 a.m. on Sunday, December 15, 2024, a Norfolk County OPP officer conducted a traffic stop and investigation on James Street in Delhi, Norfolk County.

After completing a roadside sobriety assessment, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

21-year-old Karragan STILSON from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Young driver – B.A.C. above zero,
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

Around 2:13 a.m. that same day, Norfolk County OPP officers, along with Norfolk County Paramedic Services, responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 24 in Townsend, Norfolk County.

It was determined that both a pickup truck and a sedan were travelling on Highway 24 when the pickup truck collided with the sedan.

As a result, the driver of the pickup truck was taken into custody without incident, while the driver of the sedan was transported to hospital with serious injuries.

28-year-old Adam HOGEVEEN from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

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

·      Operation causing bodily harm,

·      Dangerous operation causing bodily harm.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.

Around 6:43 p.m. that same day, Norfolk County OPP officers responded to a 9-1-1 call about a suspected impaired driver on St. John’s Road East in Woodhouse, Norfolk County.

Officers located the vehicle on St. John’s Road East and took the driver into custody without incident.

32-year-old Morgan COPELAND from Haldimand County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Dangerous operation,
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

Around 2:59 p.m. on Monday, December 16, 2024, Norfolk County OPP officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle on Norfolk Street North in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

Officers located the vehicle on Norfolk Street North and, following a roadside sobriety assessment, took the driver into custody without incident.

Upon searching the vehicle, officers discovered and seized a quantity of suspected cocaine.

31-year-old Travis JACOBS from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Chapleau OPP Police Press Releases

BOUCHER – Impaired Driving

(Chapleau, ON) – One person was arrested and charged after police responded to a single motor vehicle collision in the ditch.

On December 11, 2024, at approximately 1:55 a.m., the Superior East Chapleau Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 101, Chewit Township, East of Chapleau.

The OPP arrived a short time later and while speaking to the driver police determined the driver had consumed an alcoholic beverage. The driver was transported to the Chapleau Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, David BOUCHER, 51 years-of-age, from Timmins, was arrested and charged with:

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

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Chapleau on January 13, 2025

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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GUELPH-ERAMOSA OPP Police Press Releases

2 Injured In Hit & Run – FLETCHER Arrested

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges local resident with two Criminal charges stemming from failing to remain at the scene of a collision where two people were injured.

On December 6, 2024, at approximately 4:45 p.m., the Wellington County OPP received a report of a fail to remain collision on Wellington Road 39 within Guelph-Eramosa Township. The collision involved three motor vehicles, where two separate drivers were injured and taken to local hospital for treatment, and one vehicle had fled the scene prior to police arrival.

OPP, alongside other emergency services attended the scene and began the investigation. It was reported that one driver sustained minor injuries, while the other’s injuries were considered serious. However, both drivers’ injuries were deemed non-life threatening and were treated at hospital.

As a result of the investigation, Landon FLETCHER, a 19-year-old of Guelph-Eramosa Township was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Dangerous Operation causing bodily harm
  • Fail to stop at accident resulting in bodily harm

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 14, 2025.

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Chapleau OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested After Attempting To Use Fake ID

(CHAPLEAU AND WAWA, ON) – The Superior East Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two suspects in relation to using fake identification at local businesses.

On December 12, 2024, at approximately 4:00 p.m., two people attempted to use false identification (ID) at a local business in the Town of Chapleau. The couple had fled the scene prior to police arrival. The next day on December 13, 2024, at approximately 11:00 a.m., the OPP located the suspects attempting to use false ID again at another business in the Town of Wawa. Police searched the suspects and seized 20 – 25 pieces of false identification each.

As a result of the investigation, Cynthia RACINE, age 41 of Lac Superior, Quebec, was charged with:

·        Identity Theft – obtain or possess another person’s identity information – twenty-one counts

·        Personation with Intent – intent to obtain property (identity fraud) – two counts

·        Possession of a forged document with intent

And, Stephane GALAREAU, age 48 of Laval, Quebec was charged with:

·        Identity Theft – obtain or possess another person’s identity information – twenty-five counts

·        Personation with Intent – intent to obtain property (identity fraud) – two counts

·        Fail to Comply with Probation Order – five counts

·        Possession of a forged document with intent

Both accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Sudbury on December 14, 2024.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – KITENGE

(ESPANOLA, ON) – Two people have been charged with drug related offences following a traffic stop on Highway 17 in Baldwin Township.

On November 24, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol on Highway 17. A vehicle was observed driving past them with no front plate. A traffic stop was conducted and there were two occupants in the vehicle. A check of the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) revealed that the licence plate on the rear of the vehicle was not authorized for that vehicle. Further investigation led to the driver and passenger being arrested.

Additionally, police seized over 50g of suspect cocaine, with an estimated street value of $5,000, and drug paraphernalia.

As a result, the driver, Charles KITENGE, 22-years-old from Espanola, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle
  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Fail to display two plates
  • Drive motor vehicle with liquor readily available
  • Drive motor vehicle with cannabis readily available

The passenger, Mahaylia DAIGLE, 21-years-old of no fixed address, was charged with possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine.

Both accused individuals are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on January 6, 2024.

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Long Sault OPP Police Press Releases

Another Found Unresponsive In Custody – Police Refuse Further Comment

(LONG SAULT, ON) – An individual has been transported to hospital after becoming unconscious in the holding cells of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment in Long Sault and, as a result, the province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate.

On Monday, December 16, 2024, shortly after 12:00 a.m., officers with the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G) OPP Detachment responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver in South Dundas Township. A 34-year-old male was arrested and charged with weapon and drug offences after officers seized a prohibited stun gun, suspected fentanyl and suspected crack cocaine, as well as drug paraphernalia. He was lodged in the cells at the SD&G Detachment in Long Sault.

Several hours later, the male became unresponsive and was transported to hospital by Cornwall-SD&G Paramedics.

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Goderich OPP Police Press Releases

Goderich Increases Pedestrians Saftey – While North Huron Continues To Endanger Children #PedestrianLivesMatter

(GODERICH, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind the motoring public and pedestrians using crosswalks to pay attention and be safe!

Goderich residents have most likely seen the new overhead lighting system on Bayfield Road at the intersection of Bennett Street East. This busy pedestrian crossing has been at this location for a long time due to the high number of students and residents that need to cross Bayfield Road. This new lighting system is a welcome addition to increase visibility and enhance public safety.

Police spoke to crossing guard Sheila Donatis who has been working as a guard for over 30 years in the Town of Goderich, helping countless people cross roadways safely. Donatis is happy to see the new system which she feels will prompt drivers to obey the flashing lights and her handheld stop sign, creating a safer location for people to cross.

“Traffic safety is everyone’s responsibility”, says Constable Craig Soldan, Community Safety and Media Relations Officer with the Huron County OPP.

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Hanover Police Press Releases

One Dead In Hanover – One Arrested

(HANOVER, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is assisting the Hanover Police Service (HPS) with a homicide investigation in the Town of Hanover, where one person was taken into custody.

On December 17, 2024, at approximately 8:50 a.m., members of the HPS responded to an incident at an address on 5th Street in Hanover. Upon arrival, officers located one person deceased.

Following the initial investigation, a vehicle of interest was observed in the Owen Sound area, and as a result, one person was taken into custody by the Owen Sound Police Service.

There is no threat to public safety.

The investigation is in its early stages and residents should expect to see an increased police presence in the area of 5thStreet in Hanover.

The South Bruce OPP Crime Unit is assisting HPS with this ongoing investigation, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from the OPP Forensic Identification Services and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

More information will be released when available.

Anyone with information is urged to call the South Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Meaford OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision Closes Hwy 6&10

(MEAFORD, ON) – The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with the Intertownship Fire Department and Grey County Paramedic Services are on scene of a fatal motor vehicle collision.

Highway 6 & 10 is closed between Story Book Park Road and Grey Road 18 in the Municipality of Meaford. Please avoid the area while the Grey Bruce OPP continue to investigate along with the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) team.

Updates will be provided as they become available.

The Grey 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 South Bruce

41 Year Old Suspended Driver From South Bruce Arrested – Name Released

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – One driver is facing charges after the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped them for speeding on Highway 6 in South Bruce Peninsula.

On December 15, 2024, at 7:01 a.m., the Grey Bruce OPP was conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 6 between Sherwood Camp Road and Birch Lane in South Bruce Peninsula. The officer observed a motor vehicle travelling above the posted 80 km/hr speed limit and initiated a traffic stop. It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized.

As a result, Bartosz Hecht, a 41-year-old from South Bruce Peninsula was charged with the following:

·      Operation while prohibited under the criminal code (two counts)

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

·      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

·      Speeding 1- 49 km/hr over posted limit

·      Fail to surrender insurance card

·      Fail to produce permit

·      Drive motor vehicle – no licence

The accused is to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on January 16, 2025.

The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police want to remind everyone to report traffic complaints by calling 911 or 1-888-310-1122.

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Minto OPP Police Press Releases

Palmerston Arson Update

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating after a suspicious fire was reported in Palmerston over the weekend.

On December 14, 2024, at approximately 3:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP, along with local fire services responded to a report of a small fire at the Lions Heritage Park within Palmerston, involving one of the wooden train cars catching fire. There were no injuries as a result of the fire and the cost of the damage is unknown at this time.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and the Wellington County Major Crime Unit has now taken over the investigation.

The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided when available. A picture has been added of the damage.

The Wellington OPP is requesting anyone who resides in the immediate area to check their video surveillance footage for any suspicious activity or suspects that may have been captured between 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on December 14, 2024.

Anyone with information is encourages to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.