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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

3 Vehicle Collision – Drunk Driver Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Shelburne resident with alcohol related offences as the result of a motor-vehicle collision.

On October 1, 2024, just after 4:30 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a three-vehicle collision on County Road 124 in the Township of Melancthon.  Officers arrived on scene and were quickly led into an impaired driving investigating.  

Justin GRAHAM, a 28-year-old male, from Shelburne has been charged with:

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

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville, to answer to the charges.

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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Georgian Bay OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Property Recovered

(GEORGIAN BAY TOWNSHIP,ON) – An observation of suspicious persons and vehicles in Georgian Bay Township by community members has resulted after investigation has resulted in the recovery of stolen property and charges for three involved individuals.

A call reporting suspicious persons within the grounds of Six Mile Provincial Park to the OPP Communications Centre at approximately 8:04 p.m. September 29, 2024 resulted in officers from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment 

being dispatched. the officers located within the park, three persons along with a white Ford van with an attached U-Haul trailer of interest and entered into an investigation as to their business in the park after it had been cleared of campers.

This investigation lead to the recovery of a stolen van, trailer, numerous Ontario vehicle licence plates along with break and enter tools.

Charged in relation to this investigation are the following persons.

Michael MCCORMICK 42 years of Burlington

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada (six counts)
  • Failure to comply with undertaking
  • Possession Break In Instruments

Contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

Jessica RESENDES MILLER 30 years of Oakville

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada (six counts)
  • Failure to comply with undertaking
  • Possession Break In Instruments

Contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

Larry Allen PAYNE 33 years of Ancaster

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada (six counts)
  • Possession Break In Instruments

Contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

The accused persons were released from custody and will be appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice  at a future date.

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Shaquille EVELYN Was Arrested

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – An Ajax resident has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) and the Criminal Code (CC) following a search warrant in Thunder Bay.

The warrant was executed at a residence on Sleeping Giant Parkway in Thunder Bay on September 25, 2024, by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Joint Forces Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG). As a result, police seized approximately 380 grams of suspected cocaine, more than $20,000 in Canadian currency and fraudulent identification.

Shaquille EVELYN, age 32 of Ajax, was arrested for the following three CDSA and CC offences:

  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking (cocaine)
  • Possession of proceeds of crime
  • Possession of an identity document

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on October 4, 2024.

The OPP would like to thank the Thunder Bay Police Service, Nishnawbe Aski Police Service and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for their support of the PGNG program.

Anyone with any information about the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illegal drugs or firearms should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Xavier CUNNINGHAM – Drunk Driving

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – On September 29, at approximately 4:20 a.m., the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a driver on Haldimand Road 20, Hagersville.

 The investigation determined that a vehicle brought attention to the officer and a traffic stop was conducted.

 As a result, 18-year-old Xavier CUNNINGHAM of Hagersville was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on October 15, 2024.

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Haldimand Police Press Releases

William SOJOURNER Was Arrested

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – One individual was taken into custody after a suspicious vehicle was reported.

 On September 28, 2024, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a suspicious vehicle complaint on Lock Street, Dunnville.

 The vehicle was located, and a traffic stop was initiated.

 As a result of the investigation, 19-year-old William SOJOURNER from Ohio is facing the following charges:

  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammo
  • Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Careless Storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm (two counts)
  • Importing a Firearm, Prohibited or Restricted Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition Knowing it is Unauthorized
  • Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was Firearm
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 – in Canada
  • Bring into Canada Property Obtained by Crime

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on today’s date.

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EAST HAWKESBURY

Fatal Collision

(EAST HAWKESBURY TWP., ON) – The Hawkesbury Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fatal collision.

OPP officers, United Counties of Prescott Russell Paramedics and East Hawkesbury Fire Department were called to the head-on collision on County Road 17 in East Hawkesbury Township, east of Tupper Street, around 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.

A vehicle had crossed the centre line and collided with an oncoming vehicle.

One driver was pronounced deceased after being transported to hospital. He is identified as a 63-year-old man from Saint-Émile-de-Suffolk, Quebec.

The other driver, a 34-year-old woman from Grenville-sur-la-Rouge, Quebec, was transported by Air Ornge to a regional trauma centre with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Hawkesbury OPP continues to investigate the collision, with assistance from an OPP Collision Reconstructionist and members of the Technical Collision Investigation Team.

If you witnessed the collision or have relevant dashcam video, contact the Hawkesbury OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident E241315875.

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Archipelago OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust

(ARCHIPELAGO, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged two people with drug related offences after a traffic stop on Highway 69 in Archipelago Township.

On September 25, 2024, just before 12:00 a.m. officers stopped the vehicle as a result of an Automatic Licence Plate Reader (ALPR) hit. A wanted person from southern Ontario was located in the vehicle and arrested. Officers searched the vehicle and located a large amount of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $100,000.   

Anthony RATTRAY,24-years-old from North York was arrested and charged with:

·        Possession of Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on October 31, 2024

Matthew DELVES, 24-years-old from Markham was arrested and charged with:

·        Possession of Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused was held for bail before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound. 

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Thomas Alexander PATRICK Was Arrested

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A Pembroke resident has been charged under the Criminal Code (CC) after a traffic stop in Pembroke during the noon hour on September 29, 2024.  Members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Pembroke Street East in Pembroke after a stolen vehicle alert was received from the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) integrated with the police cruiser’s In-Car Camera (ICC). The vehicle had been reported stolen in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on September 19, 2024.     

As a result of this investigation 60-year-old Thomas Alexander PATRICK is charged with the following CC offence:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on November 5, 2024. 

The ALPR system can read thousands of licence plates per minute allowing officers to process more information on licence plates. It also has the capability of capturing vehicles of interest such as Amber Alerts, drivers with a suspended licence and stolen vehicles. 

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North Shore OPP Police Press Releases

Adrian ST DENIS – Impaired Driving

(TOWNSHIP OF THE NORTH SHORE, ON)- Driver arrested and charged after narrowly causing a head on collision.

On October 1, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint involving an eastbound dark blue pick-up truck travelling at an excessive high rate of speed, swerving all over the road and narrowly causing a head on collision on Highway 17 near Pronto Road within the Township of the North Shore. 

At approximately 13:10 p.m., police initiated a traffic stop on Highway 17 near Woodlawn Drive in the Town of Blind River.  While speaking to the driver police determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance, and a subsequent arrest was made. Also, in the driver’s possession was approximately 7 grams of suspected fentanyl and drug paraphernalia located in a vest pocket. The driver was later assessed by Mississauga First Nation Police Service’s Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) at Blind River detachment.

As a result, Adrian ST DENIS, 58 years-of-age from Serpent River First Nation was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drug
  • Possession of a schedule I substance-opioid (other than heroin)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on November 7, 2024.

The pick-up truck was towed and impounded for seven days with the driver being issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension.

If you suspect an impaired driver, call 911. Don’t hesitate, Make the call!

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher Robin MACLEOD Was Arrested Again

(MIDLAND,ON) – Officers from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment have made an arrest in a recent break and enter to a Midland waterfront restaurant.

Officers responded to a report of a break / enter & theft to a King Street, Midland restaurant which occurred at approximately 5:40 a.m. September 29, 2024 involving two persons in which a significant amount of liquor was stolen.

Through investigation using electronic surveillance, one person was identified and charged after being located later in the morning intoxicated at a nearby coffee shop. Officers continue to investigate in an effort to identify the second involved person.

Charged is Christopher Robin MACLEOD 50 years of Midland with the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada.

  • Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence
  • Theft Under $5000
  • Mischief Under $ 5,000
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused was held for a bail hearing and will be appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice  at a future date.

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Ashley RICHARD – Impaired Driving

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On September 29th, 2024 at approximately 8:06 p.m., officers from the Thunder Bay & Shabaqua Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call for service regarding a motor vehicle collision along Highway 588, near Blaikie Road, within the Township of O’Connor.

Through the investigation, it was determined that the driver involved in the motor vehicle collision had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & further testing was administered.

As a result of the investigation, Ashley RICHARD, 39, of Thunder Bay, was charged with:

  • Dangerous Operation;
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs;
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand;

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on November 27th, 2024.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

David SCOTT – Drunk Driving

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – Two drivers are facing impaired driving charges after Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) members responded to two separate collisions in the County of Brant on Saturday evening.

On Saturday September 28, 2024, at approximately 5:53 p.m., officers with the Brant County OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision on Bethel Church Road. It was determined a vehicle was traveling on Bethel Church Road when it left the roadway and struck a utility pole. One person was arrested and taken to Oxford OPP detachment for testing.

Police have charged 63-year-old David SCOTT, from Brant County with the following offences: 

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol or drugs

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

·        Adult Dangerous Operation

·        Adult Insecure Load

·        Adult Operate Unsafe Vehicle

·        Adult Vehicle modified – fail to apply for new permit

·        Adult Drive with seatbelt assembly removed

 The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford, Ontario at a later date.

On Saturday September 28, 2024, at approximately 6:50 p.m., officers with the Brant County OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision on Middle Townline Road. It was determined a vehicle was travelling on Middletown Townline Road when it left the roadway and struck a guardrail. Police located the vehicle where one person was arrested and transported to the Oxford OPP detachment for testing.

 Police have charged 22-year-old Zachary TOTTEN, from Brant County with the following offences:

 ·        Adult Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

·        Adult Careless driving

·        Adult Fail to surrender insurance card

·        Adult Fail to surrender

 The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford, Ontario at a later date.

If you see a suspected impaired driver, you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police, or your nearest police authority immediately by calling 9-1-1.

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CHARLTON-DACK

Shots Fired – 3 Arrested

(CHARLTON-DACK, ON) – Additional charges have been laid and the accused identified following a shooting incident in Charlton.

On September 23, 2024, shortly before 5:00 a.m., members from the Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a shooting incident at a residence on Agnes Street in Charlton.

As a result of the investigation, three people were charged contrary to the Criminal Code.

Amanda BATISSE, 44 years of age of Otto Township, has been charged with:

  • Attempt to commit murder using a restricted firearm or prohibited weapon, section 239(1)(a)
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo, section 95(1)
  • Forcible confinement, section 279(2)
  • Fail to comply with probation order, section 733.1(1)

Ronald BLUEBIRD, 49 years of age of Otto Township, has been charged with:

  • Attempt to commit murder using a restricted firearm or prohibited weapon, section 239(1)(a)
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order, section 117.01(1) – two counts
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo, section 95(1)
  • Forcible confinement, section 279(2)
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court, section 145(5)(a)
  • Discharged a restricted firearm or a prohibited firearm with intent, section 244(1)(2)

Deanna RAMTHUN, 51 years of age of Charlton, has been charged with:

  • Attempt to commit murder using a restricted firearm or prohibited weapon, section 239(1)(a)
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo, section 95(1)
  • Forcible confinement, section 279(2)

The accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Haileybury on October 1, 2024.

The investigation is being conducted by the Temiskaming OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from the OPP Emergency Response Team, Canine Unit, and Forensic Identification Services.

Any person with information regarding this investigation should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.  

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Enniskillen OPP Police Press Releases

Robert HATHAWAY – Drunk Driving

(ENNISKILLEN, ON) – On September 30, 2024, around 8:30 p.m., a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Oil Heritage Road, Enniskillen Township.

As a result of the investigation, Robert HATHAWAY, 43-year-old of Alvinston, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence:

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

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 on October 28, 2024, in the City of Sarnia to speak to the charge.

The OPP remains committed to taking impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Blake COOK – Assault

(CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – One person is facing a criminal charge after the Wellington County, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call of an assault in Centre Wellington.

On September 30, 2024, at approximately 07:00 a.m., the Wellington County OPP received a report of an assault at an address on Elora Street, within the town Fergus.

As a result of the investigation, Blake COOK, 36-year-old of Fergus, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence:

  • Assault, contrary to Sec 266 of the Criminal Code

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

Anyone with any information about this occurrence is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

The Wellington 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.