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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Recordo BARRETT – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) work extremely hard to keep the roads safe in Dufferin County. Officers have removed and charged a Southgate resident with impaired operation related offences as the result of a traffic complaint.

On October 6, 2024, just before 6:30 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a traffic complaint in the area of Highway 10 in the Town of Mono. Officers located the vehicle and were quickly led to an impaired driving investigation.

Recordo BARRETT, 66-year-old male, from Dundalk has been charged with:

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

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

•      Possess more than one licence

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

Dufferin OPP continues to conduct traffic enforcement daily as drivers who are impaired by alcohol or drugs and who drive at excessive speeds continue to pose a threat to Ontario roads. We are committed to the safety of our community.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorist 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 have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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MISSISSAUGA OPP Police Press Releases

Justin HACK Was Arrested

(MISSISSAUGA, ON) – The OPP have arrested and charged a suspect in an investigation which began as a threat but quickly escalated to the theft of two vehicles while the suspect attempted to evade police.

On October 06, 2024, approximately 5:20 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Mississauga Detachment, received a call from a ride sharing service driver who reported that a passenger had uttered a threat towards another person. Officers located the vehicle on the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW), east of Dixie Road, Mississauga and conducted a traffic stop. The driver exited the vehicle to speak with police and the passenger got into the driver’s seat and stole the vehicle. Investigators believed that the threat that had been made was serious in nature and a Toronto hospital was placed into lockdown for a short period of time.

Approximately 6:00 p.m., Officers were notified that the vehicle had been involved in a collision on Cawthra Road, south of the QEW, and that the suspect had stolen another vehicle from the scene. During that interaction, the owner of the vehicle sustained serious injuries. The vehicle was located minutes later by members of the Toronto Police Service and the suspect was arrested following a struggle, in which the suspect attempted to disarm the police officer.

As a result of the investigation, Justin HACK, a 22-year-old from Denfield, Ontario has been charged with:

  • Uttering threats – cause death
  • Theft of motor vehicle
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Resist peace officer – two counts
  • Dangerous operation causing bodily harm
  • Robbery with violence
  • Failure to stop after accident
  • Disarming a peace officer

The accused was held for a bail hearing and is to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton on October 7, 2024.

The investigation is ongoing, and officials are asking for witnesses who may have seen the incident, or may have dashcam footage, to call the OPP Mississauga Detachment at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident number E241339839. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or report online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Meaford OPP Police Press Releases

Whitney Boyd – Theft

(MEAFORD, ON) – On October 6, 2024, at 3:22 p.m., the Grey Bruce OPP responded to a business on Highway 26 in the Municipality to a report of a theft in progress.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly stolen items from the business.

As a result, Whitney Boyd, 28-years-old from Meaford was charged with:

·      Theft under $5000 – shoplifting

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on November 7, 2024.

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OPP Peterborough Police Press Releases

5 Arrested In Drug Bust

(PETERBOROUGH, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Peterborough County / Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), assisted by the Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), Peterborough Police Service (PPS), and Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS), arrested five individuals in relation to an ongoing trafficking investigation.

On Thursday October 3, 2024, members of the Peterborough/Northumberland CSCU located an individual in the city of Peterborough believed to be involved in trafficking. Officers went to arrest the individual who attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended shortly afterwards.

Robert DAVIS (age 33) of Ajax, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Fentanyl

·      Possession of Proceeds obtained by Crime Over $5000 – (two counts)

·      Obstruct Police

·      Possession of a loaded prohibited firearm

·      Tampering with a serial number

·      Careless Storage of a Firearm

·      Possession of a Prohibited Device

·      Possession of a Firearm contrary to a Prohibition Order

During the arrest, officers located and seized:

·      6 ounces of Fentanyl

·      Canadian Currency

·      Two cell phones

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

Upon the arrest, members of the Central East OCEB, Quinte West CSCU, and officers from PPS conducted entry and searches at a Peterborough address as well as a location in Campbellford.

During the search in Campbellford, officers located and seized:

·      90 Percocet

·      1 gram Fentanyl

·      Canadian Currency

·      2 long guns (suspected to be stolen)

·      2 scales

·      Cell phones

·      Taser

During the search in Peterborough, officers located and seized:

·      231 grams of Cocaine

·      170 grams of MDMA

·      Canadian Currency

·      A handgun

·      A shotgun

·      Digital camera (suspected to be stolen)

·      2 E-bikes (suspected to be stolen)

·      Cell phones

·      Ammunition

Upon entry of the Peterborough location officers located two persons as well as an unloaded handgun. Both were arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment.

Tracy BEAULNE (age 52) of Peterborough, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – MDMA

·      Unauthorized possession of a restricted firearm

·      Possession of a firearm knowing Serial Number has been Tampered With

·      Careless storage of a firearm

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

A youth (Y/O) was also found at the location and arrested and 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 – MDMA

·      Unauthorized possession of a restricted firearm – (two counts)

·      Careless storage of a firearm – (two counts)

·      Fail to comply with Probation Order

·      Possession of proceeds obtained by Crime Under $5000

·      Fail to comply with Undertaking

The youth was held for Bail

Peterborough CSCU members, City of Kawartha Lakes Police, Central East OCEB, and DRPS also conducted a search warrant at a location in Ajax.

During the search, officers located and seized:

·      A loaded firearm and ammunition

·      Canadian Currency

·      Jewelry

·      Bullet proof vest

·      A gold bar

·      Cell phones

·      A Mercedes C54

·      A baton

·      Scales

As part of the seizures, investigators have identified property believed to have been stolen and are seeking assistance in identifying the rightful owners. Officers have seized two higher end bicycles, a camera, and two rifles. If you believe you are the owner, or have information to lead us to the owners, please contact the Peterborough County OPP detachment at (705) 742-0401.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Brody HARVIE Arrested Following Collision

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – On October 6, 2024, at approximately 12:40 p.m., the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a single vehicle collision on Haldimand Road 9, near Hagersville.

The investigation determined that a vehicle left the roadway at that location.

Upon arrival, police spoke with the driver, and it became apparent they had consumed alcohol.

The individual was placed under arrest and transported to an OPP detachment for testing.

As a result of the investigation, 25-year-old Brody HARVIE of Selkirk has been charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Careless Storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was Firearm
  • Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammo
  • Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Driver Fail to Surrender Licence

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on October 29, 2024.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North WFP

Mount Forest Abuse #WaitInTheTruck

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County OPP has charged a  Mount Forest resident with Assault in relation to an intimate partner violence investigation.

On October 5, 2024, at approximately 2:45 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a report of a disturbance at an address in Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, a 44-year-old of Mount Forest, has been charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

  • Assault – Spousal

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph, at a later date.

Victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources listed below that are available to help:

·        Victim Services Wellington: 519-824-1212

·        Sexual Assault / Domestic Violence Care and Treatment Centre: 519-837-6440

·        Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis: 519-836-1110 or 1-800-265-7233

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. 

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Whitney GALLANT – Drunk Driving Etc.

(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 4, 2024, following a single motor vehicle collision in Mariposa Township.

On October 4, 2024, at approximately 3:57 p.m., officers responded to Port Hoover Road, Mariposa Township, for a single motor vehicle collision along with members from Kawartha Lakes Fire Service and Kawartha Lakes Paramedics. The driver was not injured and through investigation was arrested for impaired driving offences.

Whitney GALLANT, 37-year-old of Little Britain, was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation While Impaired Blood Alcohol Concentration over 80
  • Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available
  • Disobey Stop Sign – Fail to stop

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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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Stephane DESCOTEAUX Facing Numerous Charges

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – The Nipissing West Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested a suspect in connection with a fraud case involving the double presentment of cheques, where the same cheque was deposited twice.

In November 2023, the OPP launched an investigation after a business reported several instances of cheques being deposited twice. Through a production order and further investigation, officers determined that 18 cheques had been fraudulently processed a second time, resulting in an estimated loss of approximately $12,000.

As a result of the investigation, on October 2, 2024, Stephane DESCOTEAUX, 32-years-of-age from West Nipissing was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Fraud over $5000
  • Fraud under $5000 (18 counts)
  • Obtain credit by false pretenses or fraud (18 counts)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on November 7, 2024.

Intentionally depositing a cheque more than once is considered fraud under the Canadian Criminal Code. Fraud is a serious criminal offence, punishable by imprisonment.

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Hearst OPP Police Press Releases

Gaetan DORVAL Was Arrested

(HEARST, ON) – A traffic stop in Hearst led to a criminal charge for refusing a demand for a sobriety test.

On October 1, 2024, at approximately 12:00 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Highway 583 South in Hearst. Officers determined the driver had been consuming an intoxicating substance, and the driver was arrested and transported to the Hearst detachment for further testing.

The driver refused testing at detachment, and as a result of the investigation, Gaetan DORVAL, 51 years-of-age from Hearst, was charged with:

·        Failure to comply with demand

·        Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on November 6, 2024, in Hearst. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

A refusal charge carries with it the same penalties as impaired driving, which if convicted, may include fines, imprisonment, and a further licence suspension of at least one year.

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Essex OPP Police Press Releases

Another Fatal Pedestrian Collision

(ESSEX, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex Detachment with the assistance of the West Region Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) Team is investigating a fatal collision involving a pedestrian.

On Sunday, October 6, just before 7:00 a.m., members of the Essex Detachment OPP and Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Service (EMS) responded to a collision on County Road 18 near Britton Road in the Town of Essex.

A pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle on the roadway. The pedestrian, a 16-year-old male, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

West Region OPP TIME Team members are actively conducting an ongoing investigation. Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact Essex OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online tip at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided when new information becomes available.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Parth VORA – Drunk Driving

(Orillia, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a male with impaired operation.

On October 5, 2024, at about 21:00 p.m., an officer from the Orillia OPP Detachment was proactively patrolling Highway 11 North Bound at Menoke Beach Rd and conducted a traffic stop. While speaking with the male driver police entered into an impaired investigation resulting in the request of an Approved Screening Device (ASD). As a result, a failure was registered, and the driver was arrested.

Parth VORA, 26-years-old, from North York has been charged with:

CC 320.14(1)(a) Adult Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

CC 320.14 (1)(b) Adult Operation while impaired-blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges at a later date in October 2024. As a result of these charges, her driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for a period of 7 days.

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 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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LEEDS and the THOUSAND ISLAND OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision

(LEEDS and the THOUSAND ISLAND TWP., ON) – The Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fatal water craft collision on the St. Lawrence River.

OPP officers and Leeds and Grenville Paramedics responded to the report of a crash involving a personal watercraft on Sunday, October 6, 2024, just before 6:00 a.m. It happened among a group of small islands, just west of the Thousand Islands Bridge, between the mainland and Hill Island.

It’s believed the single PWC, with two people onboard, had collided with an obstacle some time overnight. The passenger was able to swim to shore to get help.

A group in a boat searched the area and located the male driver in the water with no vital signs.

The 21-year-old male was pronounced deceased after being brought to shore. The deceased individual’s name will not be released.

The investigation is in its early stages, with assistance from the OPP Forensic Identification Services Unit, and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner.

If you witnessed the collision or have any information, contact Leeds County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident E241337329.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Cameron Henry – Assault, Threats

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a male after he threatened staff members at a local downtown business.

On October 4, 2024, shortly after 2:00 pm, a male entered into a downtown establishment on Mississaga St E. and threatened physical harm towards three staff members. The male would flee the business prior to police arrival. However, after further investigation police were able to locate a male fitting the description and place him under arrest .

Cameron Henry, 27 year old, of Orillia has been charged with the following:

  • Adult Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm x 3
  • Adult Assault x 3

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(MIDLAND,ON) – Officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were tasked to investigate a number of impaired driving complaints over the past week, either reported by community members to the OPP Communication Centre or simply by officers uncovering incidents during their patrol of our communities. The following are those investigated incidents.

An officer patrolling on Overhead Bridge Road, Penetanguishene at approximately 12:40 a.m. September 28, 2024 observed a vehicle that had left the roadway into a treed area. The officer located an uninjured male driver and passenger with a Toyota Rave with Ontario plate CBEP887 and upon speaking with driver the officer commenced an impaired driving investigation.

Further investigation at detachment employing an OPP Drug Recognition Expert officer has resulted in Kristopher INESON 50 years of age of Wasaga Beach being charged criminally with the following offences.

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on October 10, 2024 and was served a 90 day driver’s licence suspension along with a 7-day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

Officers attended the area of Smiths Camp, Midland after OPP Communication Centre received numerous complaints of the driving actions of a male operating a silver Dodge Ram with Ontario plate BK33500 at approximately 5:39 p.m. September 28, 2024. This investigation is still ongoing and officers wish to thank those community members who contacted the police in this investigation.

On September 30, 2024 at approximately 1:19 p.m. a community member observed a silver Nissan with Ontario plate DARV776 stopped at the Baxter Community Centre with the driver slumped over the steering wheel and contacted police.

Officers attended the location to observe the vehicle being operated in the area of the community centre, stopping the vehicle and spoke to the lone driver. An impaired driving investigation was commenced at the scene which resulted in the seizure of a quantity of cocaine, heroin, cannabis along with associated drug paraphernalia and Canadian currency (see attached photograph).

As a result of this investigation Isaiah DISTEFANO 26 years of age of Barrie has been charged criminally with the following offences.

  • Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court (two counts)

And Further with the following drug offences

  • Possession of over 30g dried cannabis (or equivalent) in a public place
  • Possession of illicit cannabis
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule IV substance for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

And Further with the following Provincial Offences violations

  • Fail to have insurance card
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence
  • Driver – fail to properly wear seat belt

The accused was held for bail and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date. The impaired driving investigation is continuing awaiting a forensic analysis report.

On October 2, 2024 at approximately 7:06 a.m. Southern Georgian Bay Detachment officers responded to a report of a possible impaired driver behind the steering wheel of a white and black Mini Cooper in the Huronia Mall, Midland parking lot. The vehicle was stopped by dispatched officer at 7:07 a.m. and located the driver slumped over the steering wheel. The officer was able to awaken the driver who was known to officer and attempted to flee the scene once out of the car. An impaired driving investigation was commenced at the scene resulting in the seizure of an edged weapon and a quantity of drugs believed to be fentanyl and drug paraphernalia.

The investigating officer was assisted by an OPP Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officer with the Impaired Operation investigation. The Mini Cooper vehicle used in the incident had been reported stolen at 12:41 a.m. October 2, 2024 from a Hugel Avenue, Midland residence and as a result of this investigation a number of criminal driving, property related charges have been issued to 31 year old Penetanguishene male. (Previous release dated October 3, 2024)

During the time of this report, officers in the interest of enhancing road safety conducted 15 separate reduce impaired driving everywhere (R.I.D.E.) programs checking 150 drivers for signs of impairment.

Educating the public about safe driving, boating and ORV practices with our community safety partners is a priority, if you see a possible impaired operator on our roadways, waterways or trails please “Make the Call” and dial 911 as impaired driving never ends well, please make a plan to get home safely.

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OPP Picton Police Press Releases

Adrianna LAWLOR – Drunk Driving

(PICTON, ON) – A traffic complaint for a possible impaired driver has led to impaired driving charges in Prince Edward County.

On October 3, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m., members of the Prince Edward County OPP Detachment responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on Paul Street in Prince Edward County. Officers located the vehicle and spoke to the driver. Further investigation led to an approved screening device being administered.

As a result of the investigation, Adrianna LAWLOR, age 33, from Metcalfe, was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on October 23, 2024. They also had their driver’s license suspended for a period of 90 days and vehicle impounded for 7 days.