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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – 7 Arrested

 (ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged 7 individuals with numerous drug offences after the execution of a search warrant in Ramara townships.

August 2024 Orillia OPP received information about a Cannabis Marijuana grow operation in the township of Ramara. Investigation revealed that the rural property was being utilized for a significant outdoor grow operation. Orillia CSCU was able to determine that the property was licensed for indoor cultivation only, however, the grow was outdoors and significantly over the licensed amount.

On October 9, 2024, members of the Community Street Crime Units (CSCU) from Orillia, Nottawasaga, Dufferin and Huronia West/Collingwood CSCU with the assistance of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Canine (K9) executed a search warrant on a residence in Ramara. 

As a result of the investigation, 7 individuals have been arrested and the following items were seized:

·      2125 Cannabis Marijuana plants, valued at approximately $2,125,000

·      111 kilograms of dried Cannabis Marihuana, Valued at approximately $222,000 total value of seized items: $2,347,000

Yong LI, 68 years old from Ramara Township, was charged with:

•           Cannabis Act 9(2)- Possession for the purpose of distribution

•           Cannabis Act 12(6) – Unlawful cultivation of Marihuana

Lifang YANG, 56 years old from Scarborough, was charged with:

•           Cannabis Act 9(2)- Possession for the purpose of distribution

•           Cannabis Act 12(6) – Unlawful cultivation of Marihuana

Xuan ZHU, 56 years old from Thornhill, was charged with:

•           Cannabis Act 9(2)- Possession for the purpose of distribution

•           Cannabis Act 12(6) – Unlawful cultivation of Marihuana

Yanling SU, 57 years old from Markham, was charged with:

•           Cannabis Act 9(2)- Possession for the purpose of distribution

•           Cannabis Act 12(6) – Unlawful cultivation of Marihuana

Yanbing LI, 60 year old, no fixed address, was charged with:

 •          Cannabis Act 9(2)- Possession for the purpose of distribution

•           Cannabis Act 12(6) – Unlawful cultivation of Marihuana

WU-qin SU, 59 years old from Scarborough, was charged with:

•           Cannabis Act 9(2)- Possession for the purpose of distribution

•           Cannabis Act 12(6) – Unlawful cultivation of Marihuana

Jiezhen CHEN, 57 years old from Vaughan, was charged with:

•           Cannabis Act 9(2)- Possession for the purpose of distribution

•           Cannabis Act 12(6) – Unlawful cultivation of Marihuana

The seven accused persons were released for future court appearances

Members of Orillia 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 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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Kingston OPP Police Press Releases

Georgia Van Luven – Drunk Driving

(Kingston, ON) – A driver was arrested for impaired driving, after a single vehicle collision on the 401 Highway in Kingston.

On October 09, 2024, just after 10:00 pm, Frontenac Detachment members responded to a single vehicle collision that happened when a vehicle attempted to exit the 401 Highway at Montreal Street, going east and heading into the City. The vehicle failed to make the turn and struck a guardrail, blocking the off-ramp completely. There were no injuries as a result.

Several witnesses called Police to report the collision. Officers arrived and determined that the driver was impaired. The female driver was arrested and taken to the detachment for further breath testing.

Georgia Van Luven, age 30 from Kingston, has been charged with:

·      operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

·      operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The driver was released from custody and is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston on November 26, 2024. They also had their drivers license suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for a period of 7 days.

The OPP would like to remind people that Impaired Driving is a serious threat to public safety. Highway safety is a team sport, do your part and plan a safe ride home.

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Chatham-Kent OPP Police Press Releases

Ryan REINHOLD Was Arrested

(CHATHAM-KENT, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Chatham Detachment, has charged two individuals following a traffic stop.

On October 9, 2024, at approximately 6:55 p.m., members of the Elgin OPP (Chatham Detachment) stopped a passenger vehicle after receiving a notification from the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system on the eastbound Highway 401 near Communication Road, Municipality of Chatham-Kent.

The investigating officer determined that both the driver and the passenger were violating conditions of previous release orders.

As a result of the investigation, Nassim YAGHY, 29-year-old from Windsor was charged with:

  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court

Additionally, Ryan REINHOLD, a 19-year-old from Windsor was charged with:

  • Failure to comply with undertaking
  • Breach of recognizance

Both the accused were held pending a bail hearing.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases WFP

Pedestrian Fatalities Up 82%

(ORILLIA, ON) – As the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) prepares for busy highways and roads during the Thanksgiving long weekend, they note that 296 people will not have the option to join family and friends this year.          

This figure represents the number of people killed in collisions on OPP-patrolled roads so far this year. The vast majority of the road incidents that have tragically ended the lives of drivers, passengers, pedestrians and other road users were preventable and attributed to poor and careless actions and behaviours.

Deaths linked to driver inattention are up 40 per cent over this time last year, with speeding, impaired driving and seatbelt non-compliance among other factors contributing to the preventable loss of life in 2024.    

Cyclists and pedestrians have been particularly at risk this year, with fatalities in these two road user classes up 100 per cent and 82 per cent respectively over this time last year. Motorcyclist deaths are also up significantly, marking a 41 per cent increase.

In its latest efforts to reduce the number of deaths and injuries on roads, the OPP is joining police services across Canada this weekend for Operation Impact. During the annual traffic safety campaign, officers will collectively target motorists who speed, drive distracted, impaired or fatigued, as well as drivers/passengers who are not buckled up or do not have children/toddlers safely restrained in appropriate child car/booster seats.

The motoring public is reminded that keeping roads safe is a shared responsibility and that every citizen has the right to make it to and from their destination safely.

The OPP is counting on every road user to do their part to help ensure no more families are left with an empty seat at the dinner table – not just during the Thanksgiving weekend, but throughout the year.

Operation Impact is led by the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police under the leadership of its Traffic Safety Committee, in support of Canada’s Road Safety Strategy 2025.

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Hamilton OPP Police Press Releases

Charles MACMILLAN – Drunk Driving

(TOWNSHIP OF HAMILTON, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation and stunt driving.

On October 9, 2024, at approximately 11:25 p.m., OPP were conducting speed enforcement on Highway 401 westbound in the Township of Hamilton. An officer observed a passenger vehicle travelling at a speed of 167 Km/h in a posted 110 Km/h speed limit.

The vehicle was stopped and following speaking to the driver, police made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resiling in a fail at which point they were arrested.

Charles MACMILLAN, 56-years-old, from Toronto, has been charged with:

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

–      Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. Their driver’s licence was also suspended for a period of 90 days and the vehicle was impounded for seven.

The OPP is committed to reducing and preventing injuries on roads, highways, waterways, and trails, while enhancing safety for motorists and all other road users through public education and enforcement.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Ian ZONDERVAN – Drunk Driving

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members from the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid Criminal charges after reports of a possible impaired driver from a community member near Peter St. N and Missisauga St E in the City of Orillia. Police received information that a male was trying to get on his motorcycle while showing signs of being impaired.

Police immediately attended and patrolled the area. After patrolling the area, police were able to locate a male on a motorcycle matching the description provided by the concerned citizen.  A traffic stop was initiated. Upon speaking with the driver, officers noted numerous signs of the driver being intoxicated by alcohol and entered an impaired driving investigation. The male driver under arrest, the male was taken to a local Detachment where it was determined that he was impaired and registered three times the legal limit.

Ian ZONDERVAN, 38-year-old of East York, ON was 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 30-day licence suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 14-days.

The Orillia Detachment would like to remind the public that drivers and other road users can significantly contribute to safer roads by avoiding taking unnecessary risks and complying with all traffic laws.

The OPP is committed to reducing traffic-related fatalities and injuries and ensuring all road and waterway users – drivers, pedestrians, and passengers alike – make it safely to their destination.

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CAMBRIDGE

Jahzion HOLNESS-EDIE: Fraud & Organized Crime Other Than Government

(CAMBRIDGE, ON) – Police have made another arrest linked to a group that targeted victims across Canada.

On April 18, 2024, Project Sharp members, consisting of 11 Ontario and Quebec police services, announced the results of their 15-month-long investigation into individuals defrauding victims utilizing the ’emergency grandparent’ scam.

The targets were seniors with a landline telephone, who believed they were speaking with an officer or a lawyer claiming to have the victim’s grandchild or family member in custody. Bail money was requested for the family member’s release. In most instances, “money mules” (unsuspecting couriers) were used to collect large amounts of money from the victims. Victims felt emotional distress and fearful of the financial impact on their lives.

On October 9, 2024, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Anti-Racket Unit and Criminal Investigation Branch, arrested and charged Jahzion HOLNESS-EDIE, 24-years-old of Waterloo, with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Criminal Organization – Participation, 476.11 (1)
  • Criminal Organization – Commission of Offence for Criminal Organization, 467.12 (1)
  • Fraud over $5000, 380 (1)

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear in Ottawa Court of Justice on November 6, 2024.

Additional information is located within the Project Sharp media kit (opp.ca/news).

Project Sharp is an OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB)-led joint forces operation, involving the support of the Sûreté Du Québec, Halton Regional Police Service, York Regional Police, Toronto Police Service, Hamilton Police Service, Peel Regional Police, Durham Regional Police Service, Ottawa Police Service, Service de Police de la Ville de Montréal, Service de Police de Laval, and Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario. Additional assistance was provided by United States Homeland Security Investigations, Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.

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Mattawa OPP Police Press Releases

Shawn MILLER Was Arrested Again

(MATTAWA, ON) – A Mattawa resident is facing criminal charges related to stolen property.

On October 2, 2024, the North Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), investigated an occurrence involving several stolen items located on a property associated to the accused.

A search of a property on Highway 533 in Mattawan Township, led to the seizure of a stolen 2012 Tracer Ultralight Travel Trailer, a 2021 Can Am UTV, a 700-watt generator, a compound bow, a crossbow, and a second generator.    

As a result of the investigation, Shawn MILLER, 51-years-of-age, from Mattawa was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 – in Canada (two counts)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada (two counts)
  • Fail to comply with release order
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Possession of a firearm contrary to Prohibition Order
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine

The accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in North Bay on October 2, 2024, and was remanded into custody.

Anyone with any information regarding this investigation is asked to please contact the North Bay OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Reference # RM24240107

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit information online at www.nearnorthcrimestoppers.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 $2000.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Gary CARMICHAEL – Drunk Driving

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation on October 9, 2024, following a traffic complaint in Mariposa Township.

On October 9, 2024, at approximately 2:03 p.m., officers responded to Grant Drive, Mariposa Township, for a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver. Officers attended the area and located the vehicle. Through investigation the driver was arrested for Impaired Driving Offences.  

Gary CARMICHAEL, 69-year-old of Lindsay, was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation While Impaired Blood Alcohol Concentration over 80

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date. The motor vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 days.

If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture.

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Nipigon OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust

(NIPIGON, ON) – Multiple people are facing Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking charges, after a search warrant was conducted at a residence in Nipigon, for the second time this year.

Members of the Nipigon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) of the OPP, conducted an investigation into trafficking of CDSA in the Town of Nipigon.  

On October 8th, Nipigon CSCU and OCEB, conducted a search warrant in the Town of Nipigon on Harkness Street. This was the second search warrant conducted at the same address, five months previously.

Six people were arrested and charged during this search warrant. Two of the accused were found to be in breach of a Release Order and an Undertaking, for the same offence (Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking).

One of the accused was found to have a Warrant from another police service while another accused was found to have been reported missing from another police service.

Suspected Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Codiene, Methylphenidate, Crack, Speed Pills, Concerta, Trazodone, Ritalin, Suboxone, Canadian and American Currency and a homemade Sword. The total street value is estimated to be $32,500.

Agnes Hardy, 38-years-old of Nipigon, is now charged with:

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

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine – Two Counts

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

·      Failure to Comply with Undertaking

·      Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000

William Laird, 65-years-old of Nipigon, is now charged with:

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

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine – Two Counts

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

·      Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000

·      Failure to Comply with Release Order – Other than to Attend Court – Three Counts

Boedawn Morriseau, 35-years-old, of Nipigon, is now charged with:

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

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine – Two Counts

·      Possession of a Schedule III Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking

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

·      Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000

·      Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

Danielle Wazny, 36-years-old, of Ignace, is now charged with:

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

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine – Two Counts

·      Possession of a Schedule III Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking

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

Sharon Charbonneau, 51-years-old of Gorham Township, is now charged with:

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

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine – Two Counts

·      Possession of a Schedule III Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking

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

All the above accused were remanded into custody after appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice on October 9th, 2024.

Additionally, Jeffrey White, 44-years-old, of Nipigon, was charged with Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Nipigon on November 11, 2024.

Any person with information regarding the illegal possession and trafficking of drugs should immediately contact 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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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(DRYDEN, ON) – Two local residents are facing drug trafficking charges following a traffic stop by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), with assistance from the Northwest Region Emergency Response Team, Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau, and Treaty Three Police Service.  

On October 8, 2024, just after 7:00 p.m., a traffic stop was conducted on Highway 502, Unorganized Territory, District of Kenora. The investigation resulted in the arrest of two Dryden residents and the seizure of suspected illicit drugs, including cocaine, crack cocaine as well as further evidence of drug trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, Richard SANDERSON, 58-years-old, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Criminal Code with the following offences:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine 

·        Failure to comply with release order

Additionally, Elisha THOMPSON, 35-years-old, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Criminal Code with the following offences:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·        Obstruct peace officer

The accused individuals have been held remanded into custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on October 11, 2024.

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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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

Cheyenne FORTUNE Break & Enter, Etc.

(BROCKTON, ON) – On September 6, 2024, at approximately 7:14 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a break & enter to a residence along Bruce Road 4 in Brockton.

As a result of the investigation, on October 9, 2024, the South Bruce OPP arrested and charged one individual with numerous offences.

Cheyenne FORTUNE, 31-years-old from Hanover was charged with:

  • Break & Enter a dwelling house (two counts)
  • Mischief Under $5,000
  • Theft Over $5,000

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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OPP Police Press Releases Sundridge

James LEE Was Arrested Again

(SUNDRIDGE, ON) – A drug related search warrant was executed in the Village of Sundridge, leading to the arrest of three people. Police seized drugs and Canadian currency.

On Tuesday October 8, 2024, the Almaguin Highlands OPP’s Street Crime Unit (CSCU) detachment members, and Emergency Response Team (ERT) arrested three individuals and seized over 9 grams of suspected cocaine, 16 grams of suspected crack cocaine, over 23 grams of suspected Fentanyl, and Canadian currency. The street value for the drugs seized was approximately $7,000. 

As a result of the investigation, three people were arrested and one was charged.  

James LEE, 40-years-old of Sundridge was charged with the following:

·      Failure to comply with undertaking

·      Failure to comply with probation order (two counts)

·      Possession of schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·      Possession of schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin)

·      Possession property obtained by crime under $5000

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

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LAURENTIAN HILLS OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Matthew SHEA Arrested

(LAURENTIAN HILLS, ON) – An Ottawa man is facing four Criminal Code (CC) charges after a break-in and thefts from a gas station in Rolphton.

On October 7, 2024, at approximately 7:00 a.m., members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to a gas station in Rolphton in Laurentian Hills after a break and enter was discovered. Entry had been made to the store and alcohol was stolen during the overnight hours. A short time later police located the suspect at a nearby motel and took them into custody. 

As a result of the investigation Matthew SHEA, age 39 of Ottawa, was charged with the following CC offences:

  • Break and enter a place – commit an indictable offence
  • Theft under $5000

The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke at a later date.   

Later that morning, at approximately 10:15 a.m., police were called back to the gas station after it was reported that the accused had returned, and more alcohol was stolen.  

The accused was arrested again and further charged with the following CC offences:

  • Failure to comply with undertaking
  • Theft under $5000

The accused was held for a bail hearing, and subsequently released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on November 18, 2024. 

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CORUNNA

Spencer HEIL – Drunk Driving

(CORUNNA, ON) – On October 8, 2024, at approximately 4:30 p.m., members of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Lyndoch Street and Fieldstone Avenue in Corunna.

As a result of the investigation, Spencer HEIL, 30-year-old of Sarnia, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act and the Liquor Licence and Control Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

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 police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Sarnia on October 28, 2024, to speak to the charges.

The Lambton OPP remind drivers and members of the public to respect our communities, comply with all laws and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighbourhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions. Report impaired drivers and dangerous driving behaviours. Your call could save a life, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.