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Guelph GUELPH-ERAMOSA

Kevin M. GIBSON – Theft

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA, ON) – On August 31, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation into the theft of copper wire from hydro lines. The damages and losses were reported at upwards of $100,000. With the help of the West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) the investigation has led to the arrest of Kevin M. GIBSON, of Cambridge, he has been charged with:

  • Theft Over $5000 contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Mischief – Destroys or damages property contrary to the Criminal Code

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

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident should contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

Attempted Murder – Justin LYONS Arrested

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – Officers with the Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made an arrest in connection with a serious assault in the City of Quinte West.

Officers were called to an apartment on King Street shortly after 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.

A 34-year-old male was located with stab wounds and was transported by Hastings Quinte Paramedics to a regional trauma centre. The suspect in the incident had fled the scene. An extensive search of the area, by Quinte West officers, the OPP Emergency Response Unit and the OPP Canine Unit, did not locate the individual. 

On Wednesday, September 4, 2024, Quinte West OPP officers, and members of the Quinte West OPP Crime Unit, located and arrested the accused. 

Justin LYONS, aged 38 of Trenton, is charged with:

  • Attempt to commit murder
  • Possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose

The accused remains in custody, with a bail hearing scheduled before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville. 

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Amin JAN – Impaired Driving

(CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On September 03, 2024, at approximately 10:30 p.m officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Orangeville Road, Fergus.

During the operation, a vehicle was stopped, and the driver was assessed for sobriety. As a result of the investigation, Amin JAN, 57-years-old of Guelph, was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs contrary to the Criminal Code

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

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred overnight in the Township of Ramara.

On September 4, 2024, just before 10:30 p.m., Orillia OPP, Simcoe County Paramedic Service and Township of Ramara Fire, were dispatched to Highway 12 South near Sideroad 15 for a report of a single motor vehicle that had struck a pedestrian. The pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The deceased has been identified as a 20-year-old male of Orillia.

The OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team attended the collision scene to assist with the investigation. Highway 12 South was closed for several hours for the investigation and has since been re-opened.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety. Pedestrians are encouraged to wear bright, light-coloured clothing or reflective strips, especially in low-light or dark conditions. Drivers are reminded to always be on the look out for pedestrians and animals when driving.

The OPP delivers proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information that may be helpful, 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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OPP Police Press Releases Walkerton WFP

Drunk Driver Arrested In Walkerton

(WALKERTON, ON) – South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a driver after a collision on Durham Street Walkerton, in the Municipality of Brockton.

 On August 28, 2024, at approximately 10:14pm, OPP, Brockton Fire, and Bruce County EMS responded to a single motor vehicle collision in Walkerton. As a result of the investigation officers believed that the driver was impaired by alcohol; they were subsequently placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests.

Gregory SIMPSON, 27-years-old, from Mildmay was charged with:

  • Impaired operation of a motor vehicle
  • Impaired operation of a motor vehicle – Over 80
  • Dangerous Operation

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information on Impaired or aggressive driving 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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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Terry TRAYNOR Was Arrested Again

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after a break and enter to a commercial business in Gravenhurst.

On September 4th, 2024, at 10:20 p.m., Bracebridge OPP officers were dispatched to a break and enter to a grocery store on First Street North in Gravenhurst after the store had closed for the day. A man slipped into the building through an employee door and attempted to steal a quantity of consumable goods. Employees responded to the intruder, who assaulted on employee while attempting to follow through with the theft. Officers responded quickly, were on scene within minutes and placed the intruder under arrest.

Police have charged 52-year-old Terry TRAYNOR of Gravenhurst with the following:

  • Break and Enter CC 348(1)(b)
  • Assault Cause Bodily Harm CC 267(c)
  • Assault with a Weapon CC 267(a)
  • Robbery with Violence CC 343(a)
  • Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose CC 88
  • Obstruct Person in the Lawful Execution of a Process CC 129(c)
  • Fail to Comply with Probation CC 733.1(1)

The accused was held in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge for a bail hearing.

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Lucknow OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Drunk Driver Arrested In Lucknow

(LUCKNOW, ON) – On September 4, 2024, at 11:30 p.m., a South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer on Patrol in the Township of Huron-Kinloss, observed a suspicious vehicle on Campbell Street Lucknow. 

As a result of the traffic stop, officers believed that the driver was impaired by alcohol; they were subsequently placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests.

Kaiden SHEARS, 22-years-old, from the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie was charged with:

  • Impaired operation of a motor vehicle
  • Impaired operation of a motor vehicle – Over 80

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information on Impaired or aggressive driving 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 Wellington North

Shaunnice WHITE Was Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) – On September 3, 2024, at approximately 3:15 p.m., members of Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attempted to stop the driver of a silver sedan on Peel Street, Mount Forest. The vehicle fled the area and was later involved in a fail to remain collision.  As a result of the investigation, and with assistance from the West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Canine Unit, Shaunnice WHITE, 27-years-old of Harriston, was charged with:

  • Dangerous Operation contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Flight from Peace Officer contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Failure to Stop after Accident contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000 contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Driving While Under Suspension contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
  • Use Plate Not Authorized for Vehicle contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
  • Operate Unsafe Vehicle contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
  • Operate Motor Vehicle Without Insurance contrary to the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act

No injuries were reported in the incident.

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

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Lambton Shores OPP Police Press Releases

Husan HABASH Was Arrested

(LAMBTON SHORES, ON) – On August 31, 2024, at approximately 6:20 p.m., police received several reports from concerned members of the public regarding an individual operating a personal watercraft (PWC) on the shores of Lake Huron, Municipality of Lambton Shores. 

The Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with Anishinabek Police Service (APS) responded to the marine incident in the area of East Parkway Drive, Municipality of Lambton Shores. Police were able to locate the operator of the PWC.

As a result of the investigation, 48-year-old, Husan HABASH, of London was charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence:

·        Dangerous operation

The accused has been released from police custody and is schedule to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on October 28, 2024, in the City of Sarnia to speak to the charge.

The Lambton County OPP reminds all watercraft operators to adhere to water safety regulations and operate their vessels responsibly. Unsafe practices on the water not only endangers the operator but also poses significant risks to swimmers and other individuals enjoying the water.

The Lambton County OPP would also like to take this opportunity to thank the individuals who contacted police and reported this incident.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Drug & Weapon Bust – Tanya SMITH

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – Search warrant in Leamington leads to drug possession, drug trafficking and possession of stolen property charges for two individuals.

On August 22, 2024, members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), OPP Canine (K9) and OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) executed a search warrant at a residence on Russell Street in the Municipality of Leamington.

CSCU members recovered just over $8,400 worth of illicit drugs, approximately $2,000 in recovered property and just under $300 in Canadian currency.

Tanya SMITH, a 46-year-old of Kingsville, has been charged under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada (two counts)
  • Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Other Drugs

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 October 4, 2024.

The investigation is continuing.

If you have information that can assist with the investigation, please call the Essex County OPP 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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Paris

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

 (PARIS) – An 18-year-old from Brant County is facing charges after a concerned citizen contacted Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to report a traffic complaint in the County of Brant Sunday morning.

On Sunday September 1, 2024, at approximately 6:20 a.m., an officer with the Brant County OPP responded to a traffic complaint on Capron Street in the County of Brant.

Police located the vehicle on Market Street where one person was arrested and transported to Brant County detachment for testing.

Police have charged 18-year-old, Kira PINK, from Brant County with the following offences:

·             Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs,

·             Operation while Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),

·             Adult Drive Vehicle or Boat with Cannabis Readily Available

·             Young Driver – B.A.C Above Zero

·       Young Driver – B.A.C Above Zero

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.

PROACTIVE TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO CRIMINAL CHARGES

 (NEWPORT) – On Sunday, September 1, 2024, at approximately 1:13p.m., an officer with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County detachment initiated a traffic stop on Sour Springs Road in the County of Brant.

The officer was conducting routine patrols, when they stopped a vehicle to confirm proper licensing and registration.

Police have charged Joshua GOBIN, 48-years-old, from Brantford with the following offences:

 ·      Adult Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code – two counts    

·       Driving while under suspension – two counts

·       Adult Use plate not Authorized for vehicle

 The driver is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford at a later date.

IMPAIRED DRIVER CHARGED WHILE LEAVING PARIS FAIR

(PARIS) An 18-year-old from Oxford County has been arrested after Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Brant County Detachment members conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle exiting the Paris Fair Saturday evening in the County of Brant.

On Saturday August 31, 2024, at approximately 10:32 p.m., Brant County OPP were conducting traffic control on Keg Lane in the County of Brant. Police stopped a vehicle to confirm the sobriety of the driver.

As a result, police have charged William AARNOUDSE, an 18-year-old, from Oxford County with the following offences:

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

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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OPP Oro-Medonte Police Press Releases

David McLean – Drunk Driving, Etc.

(TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE, ON) – The Orillia Detachment and Central Region Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) Team of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have removed and charged a dump truck driver with impaired operation-related offences in the Township of Oro-Medonte.

On September 3, 2024, an OPP officer observed a fully loaded dump truck fail to stop at a stop sign on Line 7 North at 15/16 Sideroad East. After pulling the truck over, the officer noticed the driver showing signs of impairment and conducted an ASD test, which resulted in the driver blowing a “FAIL.” The truck was searched, and the officer located 10 empty beer cans and nine sealed beer cans.

The driver was transported to the detachment and performed two tests, both of which registered results 2.5 times over the legal limit.

As a result of the investigation, David McLean, a 46-year-old from Alliston, has been charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Disobey Stop Sign – Fail to Stop
  • Driving Motor Vehicle with Liquor Readily Available
  • Driving Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor

The accused is scheduled is appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia on October 8, 2024. The accused was issued a 90-day driver’s licence suspension and the company’s dump truck was impounded for 7 days.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Head Clara Maria OPP Police Press Releases

Jesse GAGNON – Drunk Driving

(HEAD, CLARA AND MARIA TWP, ON) – A local motorist is facing several charges after a single-vehicle collision in the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment area.

On September 2, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m., the UOV OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision on Highway 17 in Head, Clara and Maria Township. Investigation found that the eastbound vehicle lost control and entered the eastbound ditch. The driver was not injured.  As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing. Police seized open alcohol from the vehicle.  

As a result of this incident Jesse GAGNON, age 41 from Deep River, ON, has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC), Liquor Licence and Control Act (LLCA) and Highway Traffic Act (HTA) offences:

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

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on October 1, 2024. 

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OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases

Sukhjinder RAI Facing Numerous Charges

(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – Officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested one individual in relation to a recent carjacking incident which took place in the Town of Orangeville.

On September 2, 2024, at approximately 12:15 p.m., the Dufferin OPP received a report of a recent carjacking incident. The accused had tricked the victim to pull over to the side of the road insinuating they had an issue with their tire. Once the victim pulled over and exited the vehicle to inspect the tire, the accused jumped into the driver seat preparing to take off. A ten-year-old child exited the vehicle prior to the accused putting the vehicle in motion.

On September 3, 2024, members of the Dufferin Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) were able to arrest an individual who was identified. The accused was in possession of a quantity of drugs, money, prohibited weapon along with breaching numerous conditions.

Dufferin CSCU along with Nottawasaga CSCU and C Platoon, executed a search warrant at a residence in Orangeville. The officers seized clothing along with stolen credit cards.

Sukhjinder RAI, a 36-year-old from Orangeville has been charged with:

·        Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code

·        Theft Over $5,000 of a Motor Vehicle

·        Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

·        Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

·        Poss of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 – in Canada

·        Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

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

·        Fail to Comply with Probation Order

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

·        Use of Credit Card

·        Fail to Comply with Probation Order

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

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

·        Failure to comply with undertaking

 The accused individual was held for a Bail Hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville.

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Hearst OPP Police Press Releases

Cynthia MATTINAS Facing Numerous Charges

(HEARST, ON) – A report of a vehicle in the ditch of Highway 11 led to an impaired arrest.

On August 30, 2024, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call of a near collision, where the subject vehicle had a close call, crossed the centre line, ending up in the westbound ditch on Highway 11, west of Hearst. The vehicle was then reported to be stuck in the ditch, actively trying to drive out.

Police located the vehicle and the driver, who was licenced as a G1 driver, with a condition to drive a vehicle with an ignition interlock device. The vehicle did not have such a device, and there was no qualified accompanying driver in the vehicle. Officers determined that the driver had been consuming an intoxicating substance, and the driver was arrested and transported to the Kapuskasing detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Cynthia MATTINAS, 54 years of age of Constance Lake, was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

·        Operation while prohibited – legal restriction

·        Possession of a schedule I substance – methamphetamine

·        Careless driving

·        Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver

·        Novice driver – presence of drug

·        Operate unsafe vehicle

·        Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

·        Drive motor vehicle – not equipped with ignition interlock device

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on October 9, 2024, in Hearst. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for 45 days.