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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Mark MYCHAJLUK – Impaired Driving

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an investigation into an impaired driving incident in Simcoe.

At approximately 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle on Argyle Street in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

The vehicle was located on Sydenham Street in Simcoe, where officers spoke with the driver and discovered a quantity of suspected methamphetamine inside.

The driver was subsequently taken into custody without incident.

34-year-old Mark MYCHAJLUK from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.

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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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(DRYDEN, ON) – An investigation led by the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with the assistance from members of the Northwest Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), Northwest Region Canine Unit, and the Dryden OPP detachment has led to charges being laid against multiple individuals.

On December 3, 2024, just prior to 9:00 a.m., a search warrant was executed on a residence on Wellington Street in Zealand Township (Wabigoon). The investigation resulted in the arrest of several individuals and the seizure of suspected illicit drugs, including cocaine, fentanyl, and oxycodone, as well as further evidence of drug trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, Daniel SMITH-TRACY, 31-years-old of Ajax, has been arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – oxycodone
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Obstruct peace officer

William KENNY, 56-years-old, of Wabigoon, has been arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – oxycodone

Erica BEARDY, 33-years-old of Wabigoon, has been arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl  
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order

Monique OLSON, 35-years-old, of Ignace, has been arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – fentanyl
  • Fail to comply with a Probation Order

Daniel SMITH-TRACEY, Erica BEARDY, and Monique OLSON have been remanded into custody and are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Dryden on December 6, 2024. William KENNY has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Dryden on January 6, 2025.

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Serveral Arrested At RIDE

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested numerous people after a Reduce Impaired Drivers Everywhere (RIDE) on Highway 108 in Elliot Lake.

On December 3, 2024, at approximately 12:30 a.m., police stopped a red Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) and observed the passenger consuming an alcoholic beverage. After further investigation and a subsequent search of the vehicle, police located a tightly tied black garbage bag containing a vacuum sealed clear bag of Canadian currency. The cash was bundled in separate large quantities and bound with elastic bands. One back seat occupant was also wanted, stemming from a previous weapons occurrence in Elliot Lake. After occupants were caught attempting to dispose of suspected cocaine and Fentanyl, all were arrested and charged.  

Ian OTTAWAY, 49-years-old, of Etobicoke was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

·      Assault

·      Assault with a weapon

·      Forcible confinement

·      Utter threats – cause death or bodily harm

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Cout in Sault Ste. Marie on December 12, 2024.

Brian CLARKE, 51-years-old, of Etobicoke was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

Cindy HENDERSON, 50-years-old, of Etobicoke was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

Steven LAHAY, 23-years-old, of Etobicoke was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

These accused persons are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on February 13, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thessalon

2 Arrested Following Traffic Stop

(THESSALON)- OPP query missing trailer plate. 

On December 3, 2024, officers from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on patrol along Highway 17B in the Town of Thessalon.

At approximately 4:15 p.m., police observed a blue pickup truck towing a trailer at a local gas station on Highway 17B. Upon querying the trailer’s plate, it was found to be reported as missing, with the trailer itself having been stolen on December 2, 2024.

A short time later, a traffic stop was conducted on Government Road. The driver was found to be operating the vehicle with a suspended license, and the pickup truck was not insured. Additionally, the passenger, known to the officers, was found to be in breach of conditions from a previous Release Order.

As a result, the passenger, Brendon ZOTTER, 34 years-old from Sault Ste Marie, was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Failure to comply with Release Order-other than to attend court

The accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Video Bail in Blind River on December 4, 2024, and was remanded into custody.

The driver Jennifer BROWN, 41 years-old from Sault Ste Marie was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Drive while under suspension
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Use plate not authorized for the pickup truck
  • Use plate not authorized for the trailer
  • Fail to surrender permit for trailer
  • Drive motor vehicle-no permit

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on January 2, 2024, in Elliot Lake.

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Barry POLLARD – Arson

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – One person is in custody in relation to a residential fire that sent five individuals to hospital.

On December 3, 2024, at approximately 11:50 p.m., members of the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with Haldimand County Fire and Paramedic Services responded to a report of a fire on Alder Street, Dunnville.

As a result, 60-year-old Barry POLLARD of Dunnville has been charged with the following Criminal Code offence:

  • Arson – Disregard for Human Life

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario court of Justice in Cayuga on December 6, 2024.

The OPP Major Crime Unit and the Office of the Fire Marshall are assisting with this ongoing investigation. The OPP wants the public to be aware that police and fire personnel will be in the area for an extended period of time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Haldimand OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can submit an online tip at www.helpsolvecrime.com or call 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

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McNab

Shroom Bust

(MCNAB/BRAESIDE TWP., ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit has laid numerous charges after seizing nearly $29,000 worth of illegal psilocybin (magic mushroom) products near Renfrew.

On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, members of the Street Crime Unit, the OPP Regional Support Team and Provincial Asset Forfeiture Unit executed a search warrant at a business on River Road in McNab/Braeside Township.

Two people were arrested at the scene. Officers seized more than 1200 grams of dried and packaged psilocybin, as well as a variety of products containing the illegal substance, including gummies, chocolate, tea bags and capsules. Investigators also seized over $1200 in cash, packaging material, debt lists, cell phones and other items.

Benjamin DAGG, age 26 of McNab/Braeside, has been charged with:

  • Traffic in a Schedule 3 substance – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule 3 substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime-under $5000 – three counts

Jenna LAHAIE, age 38 of Arnprior, has been charged with:

  • Traffic in a Schedule 3 substance
  • Possession of a Schedule 3 substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime-under $5000 – two counts

Both of these accused have been released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on January 8, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prescott

Matthew BEATON Facing Numerous Charges

(PRESCOTT, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit has laid numerous charges against a Prescott resident after seizing a large number of firearms.

An investigation began in Fall 2024, resulting the execution of search warrants on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at a residence on Wood Street in Prescott and a storage locker in Johnstown. Officers recovered over half a dozen stolen firearms, ammunition, a stolen utility trailer a stolen ATV, stolen snowblowers and stolen fishing gear. They also seized break-in tools. One person was arrested at the residence.

Matthew BEATON, age 40, has been charged with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm – six counts
  • Possession of a firearm obtained by crime – six counts
  • Careless storage of a firearm
  • Breach of firearm regulation-store firearm – six counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime-under $5000 – 10 counts
  • Possession of break-in instruments

The accused was held in custody and was scheduled to appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on December 4, 2024.

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Guelph GUELPH-ERAMOSA Police Press Releases

Chantel THOMPSON – Impaired Driving Etc.

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrest a Guelph resident with six criminal charges as a result of impaired operation.

On December 3, 2024, at approximately 1:15 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP attended the scene of a suspicious motor vehicle on River Glen Path within Guelph-Eramosa Township.

As a result of the investigation, Chantel THOMPSON, a 31-year-old of Guelph was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code (four counts)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 – in Canada

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

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on December 20, 2024.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police have charged two drivers with impaired driving related offences after two separate collisions.

Shortly after 3:00 a.m. on December 3, OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 417 near Highway 7. As a result of the investigation, the driver of that vehicle was arrested for impaired driving.

Shortly after 8:00 p.m. on December 3, OPP responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 417 near Bronson Ave. As a result of the investigation, one driver was arrested and charged with Impaired Driving.

Olivier GAGNE-BOISVERT, 23 years of age from Shawville, was charged with the following:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous Operation

Chantos CHANDIRAKUMAR, 23 years of age from Georgetown was charged with the following:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous Operation

Thankfully nobody was injured in either of the collisions. Both parties are scheduled to appear in court at a later date.   

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

More Impaired Drivers

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals with impaired driving related charges in one night.

On November 30, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to multiple traffic complaints of a possible impaired driver in the area of River Road West in Wasaga Beach. Officers located the vehicle on Fernbrook Drive and conducted a traffic stop. After noticing an odour of alcohol, officers administered a roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) on the driver. As a result, Armin BALOG, 29-year-old of North York, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

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

On December 1, 2024, at approximately 3:15 a.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver in the area of Bayfield Street in Barrie. Officers were able to locate the vehicle and engaged in an impaired operation investigation. Officers administered a roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) on the driver. As a result, Alberto CARRION ALVAREZ, 31-year-old of Barrie, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

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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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Shereen MAX – Impaired Driving

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving related charges because of a traffic tip.

On December 3, 2024, at approximately 3:20 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a traffic tip of a possible impaired driver. Officers located the motor vehicle which was stopped at the intersection of 58th Street South and Mosley Street, in Wasaga Beach. Officers conducted an impaired driving investigation and as a result, Shereen MAX, 57-year-old from Burlington, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

William MAY – Impaired Operation

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving related charges because of a traffic tip.

On December 3, 2024, at approximately 8:40 a.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a traffic tip of a possible impaired driver in the Town of Wasaga Beach.

Officers patrolled the are but were not able to locate the vehicle.

At approximately 9:30 a.m., officers where dispatched to a motor vehicle collision (MVC) at 33rd Street North and McCague Street in Wasaga Beach. Officers located the unattended vehicle and shortly thereafter located the driver where they conducted an impaired driving investigation. As a result, William MAY, 44-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·      Driving While Under Suspension

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.

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Pedestrian Struck By Bus

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a collision that sent a pedestrian to hospital with serious injuries.

On December 3, 2024, at approximately 3:00 p.m., officers responded to a single vehicle collision involving a school bus and a pedestrian near the intersection of Carmody Street and Everett Street in Pembroke. The school bus driver and student passengers were not injured.

Everett Street is currently closed between Somerset Street and Eganville Road as the investigation continues. Updates will be provided as further information becomes available. 

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Collingwood OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher Pascoe Facing Numerous Charges

(Collingwood, ON) – Members of the Collingwood and Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and laid nearly a dozen charges on a man who refused to stop for police.

On December 3, 2024 just after 11:30 p.m. members of Collingwood OPP were conducting general patrol in the area of First and Oak Street in the Town of Collingwood. At which time the driver of a Mercedes Sprinter van was observed committing a Highway Traffic Act violation. The driver then began displaying possible signs of impairment by being unable to maintain its lane. An officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop at this point however, the driver failed to stop.

A short time later the same vehicle was observed entering a parking lot off Jozo Weider Blvd in the Blue Mountains. As officers approached the motor vehicle the male driver locked the doors, refused to exit the vehicle and began consuming alcohol. The male was ultimately taken into custody and transported to Collingwood detachment.

Christopher Pascoe, a 50-year-old of Buckhorn was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Flight from Peace Officer

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

·      Drive with window coated – view obstructed

·      Unsafe move – lane or shoulder

·      Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

·      Driver fail to surrender licence

·      Drive without proper headlights – motor vehicle

The accused will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood at a future date.

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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Minto OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision Near Clifford

(MINTO TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on scene of a serious three motor vehicle collision, where one driver was confirmed to be deceased.

On December 2, 2024, at approximately 7:25 a.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), alongside local emergency services, responded to a serious three motor-vehicle collision on Highway 9, just south of the Town of Clifford.

Upon arrival, emergency services located two sport utility vehicles (SUV) and one tractor trailer being involving. As a result of the collision, a 52-year-old of Etobicoke, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Highway 9 had been closed as a result of the collision but has since now been re-opened.

Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (T.I.M.E.) team has been assisting with the investigation. The office of the Chief Coroner was notified and attended the scene. The cause of the collision is still under investigation and anyone with information related to it is asked to call 1-888-310-1122.