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Amaranth

Fatal Armed Robbery

(AMARANTH, ON) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has elevated an armed robbery that occurred at a local gas station in the Town of Amaranth to a homicide investigation.

On October 7, 2024, at approximately 11:40 p.m., officers from the Dufferin OPP Detachment responded to a report of an armed robbery at a gas station on County Road 109. The individual discharged a firearm during the robbery and a victim sustained a life-threatening injury. The victim was transported by Air Ornge to a Toronto area trauma centre.

The victim has been identified as Mehakdeep Singh, a 25-year-old from Amaranth. On October 10, 2024, Mehakdeep succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.

The individual responsible was wearing a dark-coloured, three-quarter length winter jacket with a fur hood, black pants, black shoes, and a blue medical mask.

The investigation is ongoing by the Dufferin OPP Crime Unit under the direction of the Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from the OPP Emergency Response Unit, OPP Canine Unit, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

A firearm was involved in this incident. If you see this individual, do not engage or approach. Call 9-1-1 immediately to advise police.

The OPP is asking anyone in the area to check, save and secure any potential video evidence from devices at their homes or business between October 7, 2024, at 11:15 p.m. and October 8, 2024, at 12:00 a.m. Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, you never have to testify, and you could receive a cash reward of up to $2,000 upon an arrest.

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Leeds

PERVERT ALERT: Collie MORRIS Arrested Again

(LEEDS COUNTY, ON) – A Toronto resident has been arrested for bail violations in connection with sexual offences in Leeds County.

The accused was wanted for failing to appear in court on charges. Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers in Toronto located the male in Toronto on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

The male was initially arrested in July of this year. An investigation found that youths had been contacted through an online app and had been encouraged to share sexually explicit photos and eventually meet with a man. When arrested in July, the accused was already in the custody of Gananoque Police on a separate matter.

Collie MORRIS, age 57, is currently charged with: 

  • Invitation to sexual touching-under 16 years of age
  • Arrangement to commit a sexual offence against a person under 16 years of age
  • Makes, prints publishes or possesses child pornography for purpose of publication
  • Fail to comply with a release order – two counts

The accused also uses the name Collin.

Investigators are concerned that there could be other victims. They want to hear from anyone who may have had encounters with the accused via an online app or in person.

If you have any information, call the Leeds County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident E240863688. If you want to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or report online at Ontario Association of Crime Stoppers.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

Jeremy LAMB – Drunk Driving

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one driver with an impaired driving related offense today in a school zone.

On October 11, 2024, shortly before noon, at 11:05 a.m., a Bracebridge OPP officer was conducting patrol in a school zone on Wellington Street in Bracebridge and stopped a vehicle near Armstrong Street. As a result of the investigation, police arrested and charged 45-year-old Jeremy LAMB of Utterson, ON with Operation While Impaired-Over 80 CC 320.14(1)(b). He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on November 26, 2024 to answer to his charge.

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OPP Police Press Releases SHOAL LAKE 39 FIRST NATION

Fatal Hit & Run – Laura MANDAMIN Arrested

(SHOAL LAKE 39 FIRST NATION) – An individual has been charged as part of an ongoing death investigation in Shoal Lake 39 First Nation.

On October 9, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Major Case Investigation Team, and Treaty Three Police Service (T3PS) Crime Unit arrested an individual in connection to an investigation. As a result, Laura MANDAMIN, 32-years-old, of Shoal Lake 39 First Nation has been arrested and charged with the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs – Section 320.14(1)(a),
  • Fail to stop at accident resulting in death – Section 320.16(3)

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on November 7, 2024.

The investigation is being conducted under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Members of the public who have information regarding this investigation are urged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Hearst OPP Police Press Releases

Jersey JOHNSON – Drunk Driving

(HEARST, ON) – A traffic stop led to an impaired driving arrest in Hearst.

On October 10, 2024, at approximately 11:00 a.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop George Street in Hearst, for a highway traffic act infraction.

Upon speaking with the driver, officers determined that the driver had been consuming an alcoholic beverage. The driver was arrested and transported to the Hearst detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Jersey JOHNSON, 20 years of age of Greenstone, was charged with the following:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·        Driving a motor vehicle with an open container of liquor

·        Drive motor vehicle – no licence

·        Fail to yield to traffic

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on December 18, 2024, in Hearst. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

Nathan CHAMBERS Was Arrested Again

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On October 9, 2024, at approximately 9:48 a.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on patrol and located a stolen vehicle at an address along Queen Street, Municipality of Kincardine.  

As a result of the investigation, Nathan CHAMBERS, 27-years-old from North Huron, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime – CC 354(1)(a) – three counts
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order – CC 733.1(1)

The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently remanded into custody.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Hawkesbury OPP Police Press Releases

Daniel BROWN Was Arrested Again

(HAWKESBURY, ON) – Drug trafficking and other charges have been laid after the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) seized dangerous drugs in Hawkesbury.

CSCU and Hawkesbury OPP Detachment members executed a search warrant on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at a residence on Abbott Street.

Officers seized nearly 30-grams of suspected psilocybin, nearly 20-grams of suspected cocaine, as well as suspected crack cocaine and speed. They also seized over $5,700 in cash, a functioning stun gun, two replica firearms, a spiked-weapon and items typically associated to drug trafficking. One person was arrested at the scene despite efforts to avoid being taken into custody.

Daniel BROWN, age 50 of Hawkesbury, has been charged with:

  • Assault with intent to resist arrest
  • Possession of a firearm contrary to a prohibition order – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule 3 substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime
  • Failure to comply with a prohibition order – four counts

The accused was released from custody and is schedule to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on November 27, 2024.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prescott

Stephanie HENRY – Trafficking

(PRESCOTT, ON) – A drug trafficking investigation in Prescott has resulted in an arrest and the seizure of illegal drugs.

Officers with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit and Grenville County OPP members executed a search warrant on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at a residence on King Street West. This was the result of an investigation to the sale of dangerous, illegal drugs.

Officers seized over 16-grams of suspected cocaine, over 12-grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine, dozens of suspected methamphetamine (speed) pills, as well as suspected MDMA, psilocybin, hydromorphone pills and an unknown white powder. Officers also seized a stun gun (conducted energy weapon), cash, digital scales and a cell phone.

One person was arrested at the scene.

Stephanie HENRY, age 28 of Prescott, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – five counts
  • Possession of a Schedule 3 substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon

The accused was released from custody and is schedule to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on October 25, 2024.

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Central Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Student Pilot Makes Emergency Landing

(CENTRAL HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Central Huron Fire Department responded to a report of a possible airplane crash in the Municipality of Central Huron on Thursday October 10th, 2024, just after 5:00 p.m.  

Police located the aircraft in a farm field just north of Bayfield Road near Tipperary Line in Central Huron. The lone 25-year-old student pilot was forced to make an emergency landed in a farm field due to an engine problem. The pilot was not injured, and the plane was not damaged.

The pilot had departed from London and was intending to land in Goderich, then return to London. The aircraft is now being inspected to ensure it is safe to return to London by air.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwold

Mahmood KASAEI – Drunk Driving

(SOUTHWOLD, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), St. Thomas Detachment, has charged an individual following a two-vehicle collision investigation.

On October 10, 2024, at approximately 6:05 p.m., emergency services including Elgin-St. Thomas Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and the Elgin OPP responded to a “rear-end” collision involving two passenger vehicles on the eastbound Highway 401 near the 169 KM-marker, Township of Southwold.

No serious injuries were reported by any of the individuals involved.

As a result of the investigation, Mahmood KASAEI, a 40-year-old from Thornhill was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood concentration (80 plus)

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on November 12, 2024.

The OPP remind motorists to stay alert to changing traffic, road, and weather conditions. Traffic safety is everyone’s responsibility with no amount of alcohol or drug being 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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Alerts Breaking News WFP

Humiliated Reeve Paul Heffer Comes Crawling Out of the Coward Closet as Citizens Take Back Wingham Streets

(North Huron, ON) – Things got spicy at last night’s (10 Oct 2024) council meeting when disgraced Reeve Paul Heffer tried to dodge a simple yes-or-no question. The crowd, armed with their finest eye-rolls, saw right through his verbal gymnastics and responded with boos, jeers, and a few zingers that would make even the toughest politicians break a sweat. It’s fitting that the date was 10/10—police code for “Fight in Progress.” Well, council certainly got one.

The moderator, clearly caught off guard by the audience’s refusal to back down, looked like he might faint, especially after council members doubled down with their arrogant, condescending remarks. Instead of taking control, he let the verbal smackdown continue, likely fearing the crowd would turn on him next. No surprise—it was one of *those* nights.

From the get-go, Reeve/Mayor Paul Heffer was roasted like a Thanksgiving turkey. After enduring relentless grilling, he finally agreed to stop the illegal practice of dumping snow on sidewalks so kids won’t have to play Frogger in traffic on their way to school. And with pedestrian deaths up 82% last year, Heffer must’ve realized it’s not a great look to have children dodging both snowbanks and speeding cars. Finally, the town staff will have to do what they’re paid to do—protect the little ones.

In a rare moment of clarity (or sheer panic), Paul Heffer openly admitted he’s a coward—yep, those exact words left his mouth. His reason? He’s terrified of questions because, you know, the whole *risk of further incriminating himself and his buddies* thing. When the crowd heard him confess to his spinelessness, they responded with a resounding “Admitting it is the first step!” Cue the laughter. It was just another humiliation for the man who couldn’t give an honest answer if his political career depended on it. 

And by the looks of things, it just might.

North Huron Council Contact Info:
Paul Heffer

280 Manor Road
(519) 357-3594
[email protected] 
Mitch Wright
63 Bristol Terrace
(519) 357-9497
[email protected] 
Lonnie Whitfield
94 John St. West
(226) 222-2585 
[email protected] 
Anita van Hittersum
84012 Hoover Line
(519) 523-4492 
[email protected]
Chris Palmer
39331 Belfast Road
(519) 357-3385 
[email protected] 
Kevin Fascist  Falconer
303 King Street
(519) 955-0301 
[email protected]
Ric McBurney
202 Thuell St, Blyth
(519) 441-7415 
[email protected]

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

Rahul Dhamankar – Drunk Driving

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – On October 9, 2024, at 5:55 p.m., the Grey Bruce OPP received a traffic complaint of an impaired driver on Highway 6 near Limberlost Road in South Bruce Peninsula.

The police located the vehicle and observed it travelling over the posted 80km/hr speed limit. As a result of the investigation Rahul Dhamankar, 39-year-old of Mississauga was charged with the following:

·      Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt – Excessive Speed

·      Speeding – 130km/h in posted 80km/h zone

·      Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Operation while Impaired – BAC 80 plus

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on October 24, 2024.

If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. The OPP relies on the public to report crime. Impaired driving is a crime that should be treated no differently.

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Mono OPP Police Press Releases

Richard FAIRBAIRN – Impaired Driving

(MONO, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an Orangeville resident with impaired operation related offences after they were involved in a motor vehicle collision (MVC).

On September 8, 2024, at approximately 9:45 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a MVC in the area of County Road 10 and Blindline in the Town of Mono. Police arrived on scene and were quickly led into an impaired driving investigation. 

Richard FAIRBAIRN, 50-year-old male, from Orangeville has been charged with:

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused person is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville, to answer to the charges at a later date. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicles impounded for a period of 7 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Matthew GUARINO – Assault & Traps

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an investigation at a Paris address in the County of Brant.

At approximately 1:06 p.m., on Sunday, September 29, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment responded to a mischief incident on Hartley Avenue in the County of Brant.

It was determined that an individual had an interaction with two other people when a weapon was displayed. Further investigation revealed that the same individual constructed a device nearby at which time police were contacted.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 40-year-old Matthew GUARINO of Brant County:

  •     Assault with A Weapon
  •     Traps Likely to Cause Bodily Harm

 The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford on Thursday November 28, 2024.

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Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Miranda FRENCH Was Arrested

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Suspicious vehicle leads to recovery of stolen vehicle. Individual from London has been charged.

On October 9, 2024, at 1:57 p.m., a member of the Oneida Nation Police observed a suspicious vehicle on River Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation.

A traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the vehicle had previously been reported stolen out of St. Thomas.

As a result, Miranda FRENCH, a 28-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada

The accused have been released from police custody and are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on December 3, 2024.

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

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