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East Ferris OPP Police Press Releases

Guy DEVOST – Drunk Driving

(EAST FERRIS TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver involved in a single motor vehicle collision was arrested by police for impaired driving.

On February 18, 2024, just after 2:00 a.m., a member of the North Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) located a single vehicle in the ditch on Lake Nosbonsing Road in East Ferris Township while on their way to assist another officer.

Upon speaking to the driver, it was determined that they had consumed an alcoholic beverage. The driver was arrested and transported to the North Bay Detachment of the OPP for further testing.

As a result of the investigation Guy DEVOST, a 38-year-old from East Ferris Township was charged with operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on March 12, 2024.

The accused was also issued a 90-day driver’s licence suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Greenstone OPP Police Press Releases Uncategorized

BAILEY Arrested For Drunk Driving

(GREENSTONE) – A traffic complaint has resulted in one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.

On February 27, 2024, just before 3:30 p.m., members of the Greenstone Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a suspected impaired driver on Third Avenue Southwest in Geraldton. Officers located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Greenstone OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Jay BAILEY, 67-years-old, of Geraldton has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Greenstone on April 18, 2024.

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 alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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East Ferris

Christopher UPTON – Drunk Driving

(EAST FERRIS TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver was stopped by police and was arrested for impaired driving.

On February 18, 2024, just before 2:00 a.m., the North Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was involved in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check when they observed a vehicle traveling on Astorville Road in East Ferris Township.

Officers stopped the vehicle and upon speaking to the driver it was determined that they had consumed an alcoholic beverage.

The driver was arrested and transported to the North Bay Detachment of the OPP for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher UPTON a 33-year-old from North Bay was charged with operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on March 12, 2024.

The accused was also issued a 90-day driver’s licence suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving.  

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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Arnprior OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – FOSTER & ROSE Arrested

(ARNPRIOR, ON) – Two people are facing drug and criminal charges after Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) seized suspected cocaine from a residence in Arnprior.

As part of a drug trafficking investigation, the OPP East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and members of the Renfrew County OPP attended a residence on Madawaska Street on February 20, 2024.

 Two people were arrested and officers seized nearly two grams of suspected cocaine and items typically associated with drug trafficking, including scales and packaging materials.

Christopher ROSE, age 52, of Arnprior has been charged with:

  • Uttering threats to cause death
  • Resist a Peace Officer
  • Trafficking a Schedule 1 substance – cocaine

Blair FOSTER, age 47, of Arnprior has been charged with:

  • Trafficking a Schedule 1 substance – cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking 
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

Both accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 3, 2024.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Clarence PETTEN Arrested After Complaint

(MIDLAND, ON)- In response to a community members complaint at approximately 12:14 p.m. February 28, 2024 of a driver tossing a liquor bottle out the window of a parked but running GMC pick up truck in a parking lot on Jones Road, Midland an officer from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment located the suspect vehicle and spoke with the driver.

The officer entered into an impaired driving investigation that has resulted in Clarence PETTEN 66 years of Tiny Township being charged criminally with the offences of Operation while impaired – alcohol and further with Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was served a 90 day driver’s licence suspension and released to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on March 21, 2024 along with the involved vehicle being towed and impounded for seven days in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

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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Archipelago

Weapon & Drug Bust – George & White

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

On February 27, 2024, officers stopped the vehicle for a sobriety check and observed cannabis readily available. A subsequent search of the vehicle resulted in officers locating a firearm, high-capacity magazine, and suspected cocaine and Fentanyl with an estimated street value of over $22,000.  

A 16-year-old from Scarborough was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking -Opioid
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession property obtained by crime under $5000.00
  • Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition
  • Occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was prohibited device or ammunition
  • Transport firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in a careless manner
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition at unauthorized place
  • Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted weapon obtained by crime
  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of prohibited device or ammunition for dangerous purpose
  • Passenger fail to wear seatbelt properly

The accused was held for bail and remanded into custody.

Jada George, 22-years-old from Milton was arrested and charged with:

  • Occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was prohibited or restricted weapon
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid
  • Possession of prohibited device or ammunition for a dangerous purpose
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Transport firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in a careless manner
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition at unauthorized place
  • Possession of schedule I substance – Opioid
  • Possession of a firearm prohibited or restricted weapon obtained by crime
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available

Dallas White, 27-years-old from Vaughan was arrested and charged with:

  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was prohibited or restricted weapon
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid
  • Possession of prohibited device or ammunition for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Transport firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in a careless manner
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition at unauthorized place
  • Possession of a firearm, prohibited or restricted weapon obtained by crime
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo

The accused persons are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on March 21, 2024.  

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North Bay OPP Police Press Releases

Nigel EKOMIAK Arrested For Drunk Driving

(NORTH BAY, ON) – One person was arrested and charged in North Bay after a traffic stop. 

On February 14, 2024, just after 12:00 a.m., an officer from the North Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle on Fisher Street in the City of North Bay.  

Upon speaking to the driver, it was determined that they had consumed an alcoholic beverage. The driver was issued a Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) demand.

The driver was arrested and transported to the North Bay Detachment of the OPP for further testing.

As a result of the investigation Nigel EKOMIAK a 31-year-old person from Copper Cliff was charged for the following:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

·      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay March 12, 2024.

The accused was also issued a 90-day driver’s licence suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

North Bay OPP would like to remind drivers that the Mandatory Alcohol Screening law allows police with an approved alcohol screening device to demand a roadside breath sample from any lawfully stopped driver without having reasonable suspicion that a driver is alcohol impaired.

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Colin MCGILLIVRAY Arrested For Drunk Driving

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) On February 24, 2024, at approximately 9:30 p.m., members of Haldimand County OPP received a report of a two-vehicle collision involving a sedan and a parked Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), on Lakeshore Road, Selkirk.

The driver of the sedan fled the scene on foot and was located a short distance away. 

The individual was displaying signs of impairment and was placed under arrest and transported to the OPP detachment for testing.

As a result of the investigation, 54-year-old Colin MCGILLIVRAY of Cayuga was charged with the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive Motor Vehicle with Alcohol Readily Available
  • Fail to Remain
  • Fail to Report Accident
  • Fail to Notify Change of Name
  • Use Plate Not Authorized

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on March 26, 2024.

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Edward AMME – Drunk Driving

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – Two arrests were made, and impaired charges were laid over the weekend in Haldimand County.

On February 23, 2024, at approximately 12:35 p.m., the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of an erratic driver on Main Street in Dunnville.

The vehicle was located and upon speaking with the driver, it became apparent they had consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was administered, and the individual was taken into custody and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result, 64-year-old Edward AMME of Dunnville was charged with the Criminal Code offence of Operation While Impaired.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on March 12, 2024.

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London OPP Police Press Releases

Mark HALLETT Arrested – Weapons & Cocaine

(LONDON, ON) – London resident facing firearms and drug trafficking charges after search warrant executed.

On February 21, 2024, members of the Elgin-Middlesex Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), the Oxford-Brant CSCU and the London Police Service Emergency Response Unit (ERU), executed a search warrant at a residence on Southdale Road East in the City of London.

As a result of the investigation an individual is facing charges in relation to firearms, drug possession and trafficking.

Mark HALLETT, a 59-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with unauthorized possession of a firearm and possession of a firearm contrary to prohibition and with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and possession of psilocybin under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in London on March 26, 2024, to speak to the charges.

The investigation is continuing.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

David ALDRED Arrested

(BANCROFT, ON) – The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual with Criminal Harassment.

On February 02, 2024, Bancroft OPP had taken reports of someone receiving repeated unwanted correspondence over an extended period. Bancroft OPP arrested one person in an ongoing criminal harassment in regards to the investigation.

David ALDRED, a 69-year-old from Lake Saint Peter has been charged with Criminal Harassment.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on March 12, 2024.

Police are requesting anyone who may have additional information or believes that they were a victim of similar circumstances to contact Bancroft OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Callander OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Arrested Again – Adam BRITT

(CALLANDER, ON) – One person was arrested and charged with several offences after police stopped a dirt bike in Callander.

On February 17, 2024, just after 9:00 p.m., a member of the North Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol when they observed a dirt bike traveling on Callander Bay Drive with no lights to the rear.

As a result of the investigation Adam BRITT, a 41-year-old from East Ferris Township was arrested and charged with the following:

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

·      Drive motor vehicle – no plates

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·      Drive without proper rear light – motorcycle

·      No mirror

·      Driver fail to surrender licence

·      Drive motor vehicle – improper licence.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on March 5, 2024.

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Georgian Bluffs OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision Closes Hwy 21

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a serious motor vehicle collision.

On February 28, 2024, at 9:00 p.m., the Grey Bruce OPP, along with Grey County Paramedic Services and the Intertownship Fire department responded to a serious motor vehicle collision on Highway 21 in Georgian Bluffs. One person transported to hospital where they were pronounced deceased.

The investigation is ongoing, and members of the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team are assisting the Grey Bruce OPP with the investigation.

Highway 21 between Grey Road 18 and Grey Road 3 remains closed for the protection of emergency responders and to facilitate the investigation and will likely be closed for several hours. Motorists are asked to not drive through the road closed signs.

Updates will be provided as they become available.

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Arnprior OPP Police Press Releases

Meth Bust – Christopher TREMBLAY & Jessica HERRICK Arrested

(ARNPRIOR, ON) – Two people face charges after a search warrant in Arnprior resulted in the seizure of suspected fentanyl and cocaine, methamphetamine and psilocybin.

The Ontario Provincial Police East Region Community Street Crime Unit, assisted by members of the Arnprior office of the Renfrew Detachment, executed a search warrant February 9, 2024, at an apartment on Burwash Street.

In addition to the illegal drugs officers also located items typically associated with drug trafficking, including digital scales, packaging material and multiple cell phones.

Christopher TREMBLAY, age 34 and Jessica HERRICK, age 37, both residents of Arnprior are each charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – three counts
  • Possession of a Schedule 3 substance for the purpose of trafficking – two counts
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

HERRICK has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on March 20, 2024.

TREMBLAY remains in custody with a bail hearing scheduled for March 1, 2024, before the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Samantha BYMA – Drunk Driving

(FORT FRANCES) – One individual is facing impaired charges after colliding with a police vehicle.

On February 27, 2024, just before 9:30 p.m., members of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were responding to an incident in the area of Third Street in the Town of Fort Frances. As officers were parked, a motor vehicle approached and subsequently collided with the marked cruisers. There were no injuries to officers or the driver of the motor vehicle as a result.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Rainy River District OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Samantha BYMA, 20-years-old, of Fort Frances has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on March 25, 2024.