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Lambton Shores OPP Police Press Releases

David GOULD – Drunk Driving

(LAMBTON SHORES, ON) – On September 6, 2024, at approximately 4:00 p.m., members of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a two-vehicle collision on Townsend Line, Municipality of Lambton Shores.

As a result of the investigation, David GOULD, 55-year-old of Waterloo, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • 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 7, 2024, in the City of Sarnia to speak to the charges.

The Lambton County OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Sioux Lookout

Attempt Murder – Travarn ATKINSON Arrested

(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Sioux Lookout Detachment, with support from the Northwest Region Crime Unit (NWR Crime), Major Case Investigations Team (MCIT), Forensic Identification Services (FIS), Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), and Regional Support Team (RST) have identified and arrested a third individual and recovered a firearm related to an active investigation into a weapons incident in the community of Sioux Lookout.

On the afternoon of August 16, 2024, members of the Sioux Lookout OPP responded to a weapons-related disturbance on Millar Crescent.

On September 6, 2024, shortly after 8 pm, Sioux Lookout officers were requested to remove unwanted persons from a residence on King Street, in the Municipality of Sioux Lookout. Officers attended and located and arrested an individual wanted in relation to this ongoing investigation. A restricted firearm was also recovered at the residence. 

Travarn ATKINSON, 23 years old, from Brampton, ON, was arrested and charged with the following offences:

  • Attempt to Commit Murder using a Restricted Firearm – Two counts
  • Carrying a Concealed Weapon
  • Possession of Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
  • Possession of Firearm Contrary to Prohibition Order
  • Discharge a Firearm into or at a Place in a Reckless Manner

The accused was remanded into custody and will next appear in front of the Ontario Court of Justice Kenora Bail Court, on September 11, 2024.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Rhys DIGNARD – Drunk Driving

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) –  At approximately 3:30am on September 8th, 2024, Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a RIDE program on Highway 35 near tower road.

During the RIDE, a vehicle travelling southbound failed to stop. Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. After speaking with the driver, the officer began an investigation into impaired driving. 

20-year-old Rhys DIGNARD from Bowmanville was arrested and charged with

–      Operation while impaired

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

–      Fail to slow down and proceed with caution for emergency vehicles

In addition to the charges, the driver received a 90-day licence suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days. The driver was released from custody with conditions and will appear later in court.

Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Arrive alive, drive sober.

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Central Elgin OPP Police Press Releases

Dawn GINGERICH Charged

(CENTRAL ELGIN, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), St. Thomas Detachment, has charged an individual following a traffic stop.

On September 8, 2024, at approximately 8:35 p.m., a member of the Elgin OPP stopped a passenger vehicle on George Street, Municipality of Central Elgin after observing the vehicle travelling without the lighting system fully illuminated.

While speaking with the driver, the investigating officer observed signs of intoxication and a roadside approved screening device (ASD) test demand was made. The driver refused to provide a breath sample for the ASD test.

As a result of the investigation, Dawn GINGERICH, a 65-year-old from London was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

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

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on October 8, 2024.

The 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.

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OPP Picton Police Press Releases

Katherine RAYMOND – Impaired Driving

(PICTON, ON) – A traffic stop in Picton has led to impaired driving charges.

On September 7, 2024, at approximately 9:00 p.m., members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a motorist on Picton Main Street in Prince Edward County. As a result of the investigation the driver, Katherine RAYMOND, age 36 from Quebec, was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The driver was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on October 9, 2024. They also had their drivers licence suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for a period of seven days.

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Pontypool

Collision Sends Numerous People To Hospital

(PONTYPOOL, ON) – A major collision has sent numerous people to hospital and caused a lengthy highway closure on Highway 115 in Pontypool, Ontario.

On September 08, 2024, approximately 6:45 p.m. members of the Whitby detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a serious rollover collision on Highway 115 south bound at Boundary Road. A secondary collision occurred moments later in the same location. All south bound lanes were closed as emergency personnel attended to assist with numerous injured occupants. The driver of the rolled over vehicle was transported by Air Orng to a trauma centre with possible life altering injuries and one of the passengers was transported by EMS to a trauma centre, also with possible life altering injuries. Three more passengers were transported by EMS to hospital, two with non-life-threatening injuries and one with minor injuries.

The second collision involved three passenger vehicles, from which two occupants were transported by EMS to hospital with minor injuries.

Members of the Highway Safety Division’s (HSD) Traffic Support Unit (TSU) are assisting with the investigation. All south bound lanes of Hwy 115 are still closed at Boundary Road and motorists are being diverted to Highway 35 south bound where motorists can re-enter Highway 115 south bound. The closure is expected to remain for several more hours for investigation.

While the investigation is ongoing, officials are asking for witnesses who may have dashcam footage to call the OPP Whitby Detachment at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident number E241206360. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Kingsville OPP Police Press Releases

2 Sent To Hospital – Joshua THORNTON Arrested

(KINGSVILLE, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired, two passengers sent to hospital with minor injuries after single vehicle collision.

On September 8, 2024, at 1:53 a.m., members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and Kingsville Fire and Rescue were dispatched to County Road 29 at Road 6 West in the Town of Kingsville, for the report of a single vehicle collision.

Investigation revealed the vehicle left the roadway, entered a ditch and caught fire. Three occupants escaped prior to the vehicle becoming engulfed. Two occupants were transported to hospital as a precaution for minor injuries.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Essex County OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Joshua THORNTON, an 18-year-old of Windsor, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

·      Dangerous operation

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on September 20, 2024.

The road was closed for approximately two hours and has since been opened.

The Essex County OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached 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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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

One Airlifted Following Collision

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – The Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), are currently on scene and investigating a two-vehicle collision between two passenger vehicles in Haldimand County.

On September 7, 2024, at approximately 5:30 p.m., members of the Haldimand OPP received a report of a collision at the intersection of Cheapside Road and Concession 10 Walpole in Hagersville.

One individual was airlifted by Ornge with life threatening injuries. Two other individuals were transported by ambulance with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

There are currently road closures in effect at Cheapside Road from Concession 11 to Concession 9 and Concession 10 from Sandusk Road to Haldimand Road 20.

The roads are expected to be closed for several hours to continue the investigation. Please abide by the road closure signs.

The investigation is ongoing and further details will be released as they become available.

If you have any information about this collision, including dash camera footage, please contact the Haldimand OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *677 via a cell phone.

Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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MALLORYTOWN OPP Police Press Releases

Meth Bust – Rampreet SINGH

(MALLORYTOWN, ON) – The Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual with impaired care and control of a vehicle, possession of suspected illicit drugs and possession of an imitation firearm, after a company requested officers check on their driver.

On September 6, 2024, at approximately 12:45 p.m., Leeds County OPP officers were called to investigate an overdue driver. The company indicated to officers that its commercial vehicle was located at the north service centre since 8:00 a.m. that morning, and requested officers conduct a wellness check on the driver.

Officers arrived and observed the parked vehicle. The driver was placed under arrest, and suspected heroine, suspected methamphetamine and an imitation firearm were seized.

As a result of the investigation, Rampreet SINGH, age 25 from Caledon, was arrested and has been charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Heroin

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on October 4, 2024.

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OPP Peterborough Police Press Releases

Police Officer Arrested

(PETERBOROUGH, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police has arrested and charged a member of the Peterborough Police Service in relation to an investigation that began earlier this year.

On March 18, 2024, the Chief of the Peterborough Police Service requested that the OPP investigate allegations involving a Peterborough Police Service member.  

The investigation was commenced under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch.

On September 7, 2024, Mackenzie ROGERS, age 27, of Peterborough, was arrested and charged with the following offences:  

• Breach of trust, contrary to section 122 of the Criminal Code – two counts

• Possession of property obtained by crime – over $5000, contrary to section 354(1) of the Criminal Code

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 8, 2024.

Questions related to the employment status of the accused should be directed to the Peterborough Police Service.

The investigation continues. Anyone with information in relation to this investigation is encouraged to 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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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

David WADE – Threats

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged one person after ongoing family dispute.

On September 5, 2024, police responded to a dispute related call on Ste Camillus Crescent in the City of Elliot Lake. The complainant reported on-going disputes with a family member. On this date, there were numerous threats made to cause bodily harm and damage property belonging to the complainant.   

David WADE, 45-years-old, from Elliot Lake, was arrested and charged with:

  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm (two counts)
  • Uttering Threats – damage property
  • Failure to comply with undertaking

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on September 6, 2024.

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OPP Picton Police Press Releases

Ian MCANSH – Impaired Driving

(PICTON, ON) – A collision on Highway 49 has led to impaired driving charges.

On September 5, 2024, at approximately 9:00 p.m., members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single vehicle collision on Highway 49 in Prince Edward County. As a result of the investigation, the driver was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing. The driver did not sustain any injury.

Ian MCANSH, age 42 of Wellington was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

The driver was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on October 2, 2024. They also had their drivers licence suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for a period of seven days.

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Alerts ASHFIELD COLBORNE WAWANOSH OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Fuel Truck Rollover Closed Road

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH TWP, ON) – A fuel truck rollover has closed Cherrydale Road in ACW Township for emergency and clean up crews.

On September 06, 2024, just before 1:00 p.m., the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Goderich Fire Department, Huron County Paramedic Services responded to a report of a rollover collision involving a fuel tanker truck on Cherrydale Road near Benmiller.

Emergency responders located one injured vehicle driver who was transported to a local hospital for minor injury.

The truck had diesel fuel and gasoline on board at the time. Clean up crews were called in to off-load the truck contents.

Cherrydale Road is closed for the investigation, clean up and vehicle removal, which will take several hours to complete.

Police are continuing to investigate the cause of the collision.

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Alerts Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Violent Assaults In Lucknow

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person with three counts of Assault with a Weapon following an incident in the Municipality of Huron-Kinloss (Lucknow) on September 05, 2024. 

Just after 6:00 p.m., Thursday, September 05, 2024, South Bruce OPP received a report of suspicious persons carrying baseball bats on Havelock Street in the Village of Lucknow. Officers attended the location and observed an altercation occurring between two individuals. One of those individuals brandished an edged weapon and was safely taken into custody.

The police investigation revealed two victims, one of which fled from the scene with minor injuries and the other, who remained on scene.

The accused was processed and charged with the following offences:

Ian SMITH, 39 years of age from no fixed address has been charged with:

–      Assault with a Weapon – (three counts).

The accused was processed and held in custody pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice – Walkerton on September 06, 2024. 

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OPP Police Press Releases TYENDINAGA

Drug Bust – Names Released

(TYENDINAGA TOWNSHIP, ON) – Three people face multiple charges after the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) seized drugs and cash at two residences in Deseronto.

On September 5th, 2024, the East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), assisted by members of the Lennox and Addington (L&A) County detachment, as well as the OPP Canine Unit, executed two search warrants at addresses on Mill Street and Brant Street in Deseronto.

A quantity of suspected cocaine and oxycodone pills were seized. Paraphernalia associated with drug trafficking, cell phones, a prohibited weapon, and a large amount of Canadian currency was also seized.

Natinael TESFAGABIR, 22 years old, of Toronto and Jennifer THOMPSON, 32 years old, of Deseronto were 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 – opioid
  • Unauthorized possession of weapon
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

Charlene HANNAH, 62 years old, of Deseronto, was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

All accused were held in custody pending a bail hearing.