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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

James HARDER Was Arrested Again

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, ON) – Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with multiple offences stemming from a report of a stolen motor vehicle in Port Severn.

On July 15, 2024, shortly after 7:00 a.m., Huronia West OPP responded to a complaint of a stolen vehicle from Honey Harbour Road in Port Severn. The vehicle was equipped with a built-in GPS and was being tracked by its registered owner, who reported that the driver was heading into the Huronia West Detachment area.

The vehicle was located near Highway 26 and County Road 10 in Clearview Township, and a traffic stop was initiated. However, the vehicle failed to stop, instead striking a fence and jumping a ditch before proceeding in the direction of Wasaga Beach. A short time later, the vehicle was located on Shore Lane in Wasaga Beach, and the lone driver fled by foot. After a brief foot pursuit, the individual was arrested without incident.

During the search incident to arrest, 56.4 grams of fentanyl was located and seized.

As a result, James HARDER, a 36-year-old of Kitchener, was arrested and charged with:

• Possession Property obtained by Crime Over $5000

• Flight from Peace Officer

• Dangerous Operation

• Fail to Comply with Probation Order – two counts

• Theft Under $5000

• Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid 

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on August 13, 2024, to answer to the charges.

If you have any information regarding a criminal offence please contact the OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or you can submit your information online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca. 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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Arkona

Drug Bust – 2 Arrested

(ARKONA, ON) – On July 4, 2024, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Lambton County Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU) along with Strategic Operations Intelligence Unit (SOIU), and Anishinabek Police Service arrested four individuals after a traffic stop was conducted in Arkona.

At approximately 11:00 p.m., members of the Lambton OPP CSCU, in partnership with SOIU and Lambton OPP uniform officers conducted a traffic stop on Townsend Line, Arkona.

As a result of the investigation, four individuals were taken into custody without incident. Police seized a quantity of suspected fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, trafficking materials, and currency estimated at over $17,000.

Jacob KACZANOWSKI, 36-year-old of Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation, has been charged with the following:

  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance for purpose of trafficking (two counts)
  • Failure to comply with release order

Todd LUCAS, 52-year-old of Petrolia, Jamie MILLIER, 34-year-old of Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation, and Marianne DODGE, 59-year-old of Forest have also been charged with the following offence:

  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking

All accused have been released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 7, 2024, in the City of Sarnia.

If you have information of any crime activity in the area, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Your call could make our communities safer for all. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or submit a tip online at www.sarnialambtoncrimestoppers.org where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The driver of a motor vehicle and a vessel operator are both facing impaired driving charges following separate investigations.

At approximately 5:51 p.m. on Sunday, July 14, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a 9-1-1 call regarding a suspected impaired driver on Highway 3 in Woodhouse, Norfolk County.

Officers responding to the call located the vehicle on Highway 3, and after conducting a roadside sobriety assessment, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 38-year-old Amanda GREEN of Hamilton, Ontario:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.

At approximately 11:21 p.m. that same day, marine officers from the Norfolk County OPP Detachment responded to a report of an overdue vessel on Lake Erie in Norfolk County.

With assistance from the Canadian Coast Guard, the vessel was recovered and brought back to shore.

Upon arriving at an address on Clubhouse Road in Turkey Point, Norfolk County, the vessel operator was evaluated for sobriety and was subsequently taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 49-year-old Clement BROWN of Toronto, Ontario:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, August 20, 2024.

If you observe a driver you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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BOSANQUET

Kraig MINZEN – Drunk Driving

(BOSANQUET TOWNSHIP, ON) – An individual is facing charges after police investigated a single motor vehicle collision.

On July 12, 2024, at approximately 8:17 p.m., members of Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Lambton County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a single vehicle rollover crash on Sitter Road, Bosanquet Township.

As a result, the driver, was taken into custody without incident and transported to a hospital in Strathroy for minor injuries.

Charged with the following offences is, 30-year-old Kraig MINZEN, of Parkhill:

  • Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Careless Driving
  • Novice driver – B.A.C above zero
  • Driver fail to surrender licence

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 August 13, 2024, in the City of Sarnia to speak to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”.

The Lambton 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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Killaloe OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Arrested For Domestic Assault #WaitInTheTruck

(KILLALOE, ON) – Criminal charges have been laid in a recent Intimate Partner Violence call.

On July 14, 2024, members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an assault on the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan Ontario First Nation Territory. As a result of the investigation, police arrested and charged a 32-year-old from Pikwakanagan with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • domestic assault cause bodily harm;     
  • domestic assault (two counts); and,
  • breach of release conditions.

The accused was held in custody pending a bail court hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice, Pembroke. The name of the accused has been withheld to protect the identity of the victim.

If you or someone you know is living in or involved in an abusive relationship help is available. Contact Bernadette McCann House 24/7 for support, advice, or the safety of a shelter at 1-800-267-4930. The Women’s Sexual Assault Centre of Renfrew County is also available 24/7 for information and support at 1-800-663-3060. You could also attend the emergency department of any hospital in Renfrew County and ask to speak to a member of the Assault Response Team. Victim Services of Renfrew County is also available to provide emotional and practical assistance to people who have experienced domestic violence. They can be reached at 613-649-2852 or toll free at 1-877-568-5730. In emergencies call 9-1-1.

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CAVAN-MONAGHAN OPP Police Press Releases

Nathaniel KANE – Drunk Driving

(CAVAN-MONAGHAN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after a traffic stop.

On Friday July 12, 2024, at approximately 3:00pm, an officer from the Peterborough County OPP detachment conducted a traffic stop on County Road 28 after being alerted by the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) in their cruiser. The officer approached the driver and made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.

Nathaniel KANE (age 32) of Peterborough, ON, was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on August 27, 2024.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

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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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Two Arrested On 401

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested two individuals in unrelated incidents on Highway 401.

On July 8, 2024, shortly before 2:00 a.m., an officer was conducting speed enforcement on Highway 401 eastbound in the Municipality of Port Hope when a motor vehicle was observed travelling at 152 km/h in a posted 100 km/h limit. The vehicle briefly stopped for police before taking off and exiting the highway. An investigation commenced and July 12, 2024, OPP arrested an individual in relation to the incident.

Hamza HANIF, 28-years-old, from Milton, has been charged with:

–      Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed

–      Obstruct peace officer

–      Flight from peace officer

–      Dangerous Operation.

The accused is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. The driver also had their licence suspended for 30 days.

On July 13, 2024, at approximately 5:55 p.m., while on patrol on Highway 401 westbound in the Township of Cramahe, police were alerted to a suspended driver by the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) in their cruiser. A traffic stop was conducted and following investigation, the driver was arrested.

Rohan NAVARATNARAJAH, 56-years-old, from Pickering, has been charged with:

–      Operation while prohibited.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. The individual also had their vehicle impounded for 45 days.

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

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Muskoka Lakes

Crystal FEVREAU Was Arrested

(MUSKOKA LAKES TWP, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person with impaired driving offences after responding to reports of a collision in Muskoka Lakes Township.

On July 14, 2024, at 8:50 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers along with Muskoka EMS and Muskoka Lakes Fire Department attended a collision scene on Muskoka Road 169 near Hamills Point Road after a single vehicle left the roadway and landed down a deep embankment. Members of the public tried to assist as the driver fled the scene and police located her at a nearby licensed establishment.

Police have arrested and charged 40-year-old Crystal FEVREAU of Bracebridge with Operation While Impaired CC 320.14(1)(a) and Over 80 CC 320.14(1)(b). She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on August 27, 2024, to answer to her charges. Drivers who are charged with impaired driving offenses also suffer an immediate 90-day drivers license suspension and have their vehicle impounded.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – On July 12th, 2024, Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested 3 impaired drivers within 5 hours.

 At approximately 7:30p.m, Officers conducted a traffic stop at Warner Gate Street and O’Neill Street in Lindsay, for a vehicle that was driving erratically.  Through investigation the Officer arrested and charged the driver Sean McLellan, 39 years old from Janetville with

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

–         Driver fail to surrender licence

At approximately 10:00p.m, Officers located a vehicle on West Street South in Fenelon Falls without proper headlights.  Officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and through investigation found the driver, Francois Belanger, 58 years old from Fenelon Falls to be impaired.

Francois Belanger was arrested and charged with

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

–         Drive without proper headlights- motor vehicle

At approximately 11:00p.m, Officers responded to a call for a possible impaired driver in Fenelon Falls. Officers arrived on scene and located the vehicle, stationary in a parking lot with music playing and a male occupant sitting in the driver’s seat. Through investigation, Bradley Pataky, 48 years old, from Peterborough, was arrested and charged with

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

–         Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

–         Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

–         Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available.

All three drivers received a 90-day licence suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

They were released from custody with conditions and have will appear in court at a future date.

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.

The City of Kawartha Lakes OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-8477

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WHARNCLIFF

Robert BROCK Arrested Following Collision

(WHARNCLIFF, ON)– Police and Algoma Paramedic Services respond to a motor vehicle collision (MVC) rollover on Highway 129. Driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

On July 14, 2024, shortly after 8:00 p.m., members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single MVC rollover on Highway 129 near the community of Wharncliffe (north of Thessalon).

Police arrived a short time later and observed a brown pick-up truck in the south bound ditch, along with a small utility trailer and an All-Terrain-Vehicle. 

Investigation determined prior to the collision the brown pick-up truck was travelling northbound on Highway 129 near Melwel Road and entered the southbound lane causing a southbound vehicle driver to take evasive action to avoid a head on collision. The brown pick-up truck continued northbound and later entered the southbound ditch.   

While speaking with the driver, police were able to determine the driver had consumed alcohol beverages. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the Thessalon OPP detachment for further testing. 

As a result, Robert BROCK, 50 years-of-age from Wharncliffe was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired-alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired-blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Careless driving

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on August 8, 2024.

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Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases WFP

STEWART Arrested For Drunk Driving

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On July 12, 2024, at 10:35 a.m., South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a driving complaint in the Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Police made patrols in the area and located the driver. The driver was found to have been drinking alcohol. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests.

Jeffrey STEWART, 36-years-old, from the Township of Huron-Kinloss was charged with:

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

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information on Impaired driving to call 1-888-310-1122. Traffic safety is everyone’s responsibility. 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

Kevin LEE – Assault

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON)– Thieves attempt to steal an air conditioner from an electronics recycling bin at a business on Kilborn Way in the City of Elliot Lake.

On July 12, 2024, shortly before 7:00 p.m., a business owner attended their business on Kilborn Way with a friend. Once on the property they observed an All-Terrain-Vehicle (ATV) approaching them with two suspects on board carrying an air conditioning unit. The business owner blocked the ATV from leaving the property with their pick-up truck they were in.

Words were exchanged and one of the suspects who is known to police assaulted the owner’s friend, punched the pick-up truck’s mirror while fleeing the scene on the ATV and may have been possibly impaired by drug. Police reviewed the business video footage and shortly after 8:15 p.m., located the suspect ATV at a residence on Chalmers Cresent. The driver was subsequently arrested outside that residence and transported to Elliot Lake detachment for further testing and once at there the accused refused to comply with the Drug Recognition Expert’s demand.

The owner of the ATV was later advised their ATV was impounded for 45 days. 

As a result, the driver Kevin LEE, 51 years-of-age from Elliot Lake was charged with:

  • Assault
  • Theft under $5000
  • Resist Peace Officer
  • Failure or Refusal to comply with demand
  • Driving while under suspension (two counts)
  • Drive non-passenger ATV with a passenger

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on August 15, 2024.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Chad Parkinson – Break & Enter

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – A weekend break and enter to the McIrvine Road laundromat was easily solved thanks to some well-placed security cameras. 

On July 6, 2024, at approximately 10:30 am, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Fort Frances Detachment was called to a break and enter at the laundromat on McIrvine Road in Fort Frances.

Investigation determined that the thief gained access to a secure area of the business and made off with a quantity of property and cash. The suspect was quickly identified and arrested by officers a short time later.

Chad Parkinson, 38-years-old of Fort Frances is charged with the following criminal offences:

  • Break and enter with intent to commit indictable offence
  • Break, enter, and commit indictable offence
  • Mischief under $5000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

The accused was released by police and is scheduled to appear in the Fort Frances Ontario Court of Justice on September 16, 2024, to answer to the charges.

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Alice Munro’s Betrayal: A Shocking Example of Bystanderism That North Huron Refuses To Condemn #EndTheAbuse

(Wingham, ON) The issue of bystanderism is not just a matter of moral failure; it is a grave dereliction of our collective duty to protect the vulnerable and uphold the values of freedom and democracy. North Huron’s inaction in the face of such a clear moral imperative is nothing short of cowardice, and it is destroying lives.

Alice Munro’s failure to protect and support her child from a pedophile, despite being fully aware of the abuse, is a shocking betrayal. By standing by and doing nothing, she abandoned her most fundamental duty as a parent and a human being. This inaction is a clear example of how bystanders make people feel alone, unprotected, and unloved. 

If we cannot stand up to protect our children, then what good are we? What kind of society allows a Nobel Prize winner to be honored when they have failed so egregiously in their most basic human responsibility? North Huron should have immediately obscured or removed Alice Munro’s name from any place of honor. By failing to do so, the Corporation of North Huron tacitly supports pedophilia and sends a message that such behavior is acceptable.

The removal of all references to Alice Munro from North Huron’s property must happen immediately. If there must be plaques and markers, let them be placed at the town hall, where the world can see that North Huron agrees this behavior, rather than at the edge of town, giving the impression that Wingham supports it in any way, shape, or form.

Replacing all mentions of Alice Munro with signs or plaques that read “Don’t Be a Bystander” is a step in the right direction. Schools, in particular, need to take a firm stand against bystanderism. No child should have to walk into a school—a place that should be a sanctuary—and be confronted with posters and books by Munro, a person who failed to protect and support her own child. This is not only a betrayal of the children but a clear signal that bystanderism is tolerated.

Schools should spearhead an anti-bystander campaign, making it clear that they do not honor those who refuse to help a child in need. The message must be unequivocal: we stand up for our children, and we do not tolerate those who fail to protect them.

North Huron, it is time to act. Take a stand against bystanderism, and show that you are committed to protecting our children, preserving our freedoms, and upholding the principles of democracy. Your inaction is a stain on our community and a betrayal of our values. It is time to make amends and take decisive action.

The next council meeting is Monday 6pm at the old Public School.

North Huron Council Contact Info:
Paul Heffer
280 Manor Road
(519) 357-3594
[email protected] 
Mitch Wright
63 Bristol Terrace
(519) 357-9497
[email protected] 
Lonnie Whitfield
94 John St. West
(226) 222-2585 
[email protected] 
Anita van Hittersum
84012 Hoover Line
(519) 523-4492 
[email protected]
Chris Palmer
39331 Belfast Road
(519) 357-3385 
[email protected] 
Kevin Fascist  Falconer
303 King Street
(519) 955-0301 
[email protected]
Ric McBurney
202 Thuell St, Blyth
(519) 441-7415 
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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Fatal Collision

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – An individual is deceased following a two-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle in the Municipality of Thames Centre.

On June 13, 2024, at approximately 6:15 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Fire and Emergency Services, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a collision at Prospect Hill Road and Plover Mills Road, Municipality of Thames Centre.

The collision involved a passenger vehicle that collided with a motorcycle.

The driver of the motorcycle, a 30-year-old from London, was transported by EMS and later pronounced deceased at a local hospital.

The driver/lone occupant of the passenger vehicle, 49-year-old from London, reported no injuries and has been taken into custody by the Middlesex County OPP.

The identity of the deceased individual will not be released out of respect for the family’s privacy.

The Middlesex OPP with the assistance West Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team continue to investigate the collision.

Plover Mills Road between Valleyview Road and Clark Road, as well as Prospect Hill Road between Ilderton Road and 13 Mile Road are closed for an undetermined amount of time to allow for investigation.

If you have any information that can help investigators, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.