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City Of Kawartha Lakes Norwich OPP Police Press Releases

Nicole Narine – Drunk Driving

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation after being called to a single vehicle rollover on Opmar Road.

On Tuesday October 28, 2025 at approximately 9:41 pm, officers were called to Opmar Road for a single vehicle rollover where the driver was trapped in their vehicle. The driver was transported to a local hospital for minor injuries and was arrested and charged with impaired driving related offences under the Criminal Code of Canada.

Nicole Narine, 22-year-old of Norwich was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date. The drivers licence was suspended for 90 days and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

This is the seventh impaired driver the City of Kawartha Lakes OPP have arrested and charged in October, with the Blue Jays in the final games of the World Series officers are reminding drivers to find alternative ways home if they are consuming alcohol or drugs.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Fraud In Mount Forest – Sukhvinder SINGH Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Toronto resident has been charged with nine offences following an identity fraud attempt in Mount Forest.

On October 28th, 2025, at approximately 1:15 p.m., the Wellington County OPP, received a report from a local bank, suggesting the accused was attempting to use false documents to open a bank account.

As a result of the investigation, Sukhvinder SINGH, a 52-year-old from Toronto, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Fraud over $5,000
  • Personation with intent – intent to obtain property (identity theft)
  • Possession of a forged document with intent (four counts)
  • Obstruct a Peace Officer
  • Uttering forged passport
  • Possession of an identity document

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on December 5, 2025.

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Area OPP Meaford OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

Julie NAPPER Arrested Following Collision

(MEAFORD, ON) – An individual from South Bruce Peninsula is facing impaired driving and drug-related charges following a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 26 near the 6th Concession in the Municipality of Meaford.

On October 28, 2025, at approximately 6:53 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision. A concerned citizen had called in a traffic complaint, reporting that a vehicle was swerving erratically before crashing into a telephone pole. The lone driver was not injured.

Julie NAPPER, 54-years-old, of South Bruce Peninsula, is charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Drug
  • Possession of a Controlled Substance – Controlled Drugs and Substances Act

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on November 13, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring safety on Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are encouraged 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.

For more information on the consequences of impaired driving, visit: Ontario Ministry of Transportation – Impaired Driving

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Norfolk Norfolk OPP OPP Police Press Releases Simcoe

Joseph FISCHER Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following a counterfeit currency investigation in Simcoe.

On Monday, October 27, 2025, at approximately 3:59 p.m., the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an incident involving counterfeit money at a business on Robinson Street in Simcoe.

The investigation determined that a person entered the establishment and attempted to exchange a counterfeit bill for cash. After a brief interaction with an employee, the suspect left the scene on foot.

Officers located the individual a short distance away, near the intersection of Stanley Street and Kent Street, and took them into custody without incident.

As a result, 29-year-old Joseph FISCHER of Norfolk County was charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Uttering counterfeit money – utter,
  • Use, deals, acts on forged document,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

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Lucan OPP Police Press Releases

40 Year Old From Lucan Arrested – Details Released

(LUCAN BIDDULPH, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge after single vehicle collision.

On October 26, 2025, at 9:39 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to Coursey Line in Lucan Biddulph the report of a single vehicle collision.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Melissa ST. GERMAIN, a 40-year-old of Lucan, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – Alcohol

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

·      Careless driving

·      Fail to report accident

·      Fail to remain

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 November 27, 2025.

The Middlesex 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.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

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Centre Of Wellington

Listowel Resident Arrested In Fergus

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Listowel resident criminally, stemming from a public driving complaint.

On October 26, 2025, at approximately 4:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were conducting proactive traffic enforcement when a traffic complaint came in, informing officers of a motor vehicle displaying signs of impaired driving. Officers quickly attended to the area, located the motor vehicle in question, and performed a traffic stop on St David Street within Fergus.

As a result of the investigation, Rebecca MOORE, a 35-year-old of Listowel is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Failure to comply with undertaking
  • Operation while prohibited under the criminal code
  • Driving while under suspension

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 45-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on November 28, 2025.

The Wellington County OPP would like to thank the public for their call / assistance in keeping our streets safe.

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.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Thames Centre

Marco LUNA PAREDES – Drunk Driving

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge after two-vehicle collision on Highway 401.

On October 25, 2025, at 3:39 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Middlesex-London Paramedic Service and Thames Centre Fire were dispatched to the westbound lanes of Highway 401 near Elgin Road in the Municipality of Thames Centre, for the report of a collision between two vehicles.

One involved driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Marco LUNA PAREDES, a 21-year-old of Leamington, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

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

·      Dangerous operation

·      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 in London to speak to the charges on November 13, 2025.

There were no injuries reported.

The Middlesex 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.

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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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases Port Stanley

Dominick MCFADDEN – Impaired Operation

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with impaired as a result of OPP RIDE Program.

On October 24, 2025, at 11:55 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were engaged in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Glendon Drive in the Municipality of Middlesex Centre.

A vehicle entered the RIDE program at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

As a result, Dominick MCFADDEN, a 20-year-old of Port Stanley, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Cannabis Control Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – drugs

·      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in London on November 27, 2025, to speak to the charges.

The Middlesex 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.

The OPP can be reached anytime, 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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Havelock Northumerland OPP Oshawa Police Press Releases

Paul STEWART & Tui MCGREGOR – Impaired Driving

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals with impaired operation in unrelated incidents.

On October 26, 2025, at approximately 8:30 a.m., an OPP cruiser was traveling westbound on Highway 401 in the Township of Hamilton when it was passed by a passenger vehicle at a high rate of speed.

The vehicle was stopped, and after speaking with the driver, the officer began an impaired driving investigation. The individual was transported to a local detachment for further testing.

Paul STEWART (50), of Oshawa, has been charged with:

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

On October 26, 2025, shortly after 9:00 p.m., police responded to a report of a vehicle being driven without lights along County Road 50 in the Municipality of Trent Hills.

Officers located the vehicle and, after speaking with the driver, entered into an impaired driving investigation. The motorist was taken into custody and transported to a local detachment for further testing.

As a result, Tui MCGREGOR (47), of Havelock, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available

Both accused are due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg in December. A further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. Whether you are impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired and driving under the influence of either is a criminal offence. 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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Haliburton OPP Police Press Releases

Connor DAVIES Was Arrested #3Strikes

(MUNICIPALITY OF DYSART ET AL, ON) – Members of the Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating three break and enters in Haliburton.

On September 14, 2025, Haliburton Highlands OPP were called for a break and enter that occurred at a restaurant on Highland Street in Haliburton. The accused had gained entry by forcing their way in through the front door, quickly stole a small amount of cash, and then fled the scene.

On October 21, 2025, officers responded to another business on Highland Street in Haliburton for the report of a break and enter. It was learned that the accused had gained entry to the business sometime overnight, between October 19into October 20, 2025. Cash and clothing were stolen from the business.

On October 22, 2025, the accused re-attended the same business on Highland Street where they again stole cash and property but had fled the scene prior to police arrival.   

As a result of the investigation, Connor DAVIES, a 29-year-old of Haliburton, stands to be charged with the following:

·        Break and enter and commit – three counts

·        Theft Under $5000 – three counts

An arrest warrant has been issued for the accused. If you have any information regarding his whereabouts, do not approach him. Call police immediately. Your co-operation is vital to ensuring public safety.

The investigation remains ongoing by members of the Haliburton Highlands OPP. 

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Jason LENGYEL – Operation While Impaired

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – Members of the Rainy River District Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one individual with impaired operation and refusal to comply with demand.

On Friday October 24, 2025, members of the Fort Frances Detachment of the OPP conducted a traffic stop after witnessing suspicious driving behaviour. The driver refused several times to provide a breath sample and was arrested.

Further investigation into the incident it was determined that the driver of the vehicle was impaired.

As a result, Jason LENGYEL, age 51, of Fort Frances has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

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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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Julianna DININO – Criminal Breach of Trust

(ESSA, ON) – As a result of a lengthy police investigation, members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), have arrested and charged an individual in connection to a fraud investigation in Essa Township.

The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has concluded a fraud investigation that began on May 14, 2025, following a report from a local minor hockey league association regarding a substantial financial discrepancy.

The association’s executive team identified that approximately $77,299 was missing from its operational account. Through internal efforts, the association was able to recover $54,000 from a former board member. At this time, a thorough police investigation determined that the individual within the organization responsible for managing a portion of the association’s funds had committed fraud.

As a result, Julianna DININO, 33-years-old, of New Brunswick, has been arrested and charged with the following:

  • Criminal Breach of Trust
  • Fraud Over $5000

The accused has since been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on November 20, 2025.

Anyone with further information is encouraged to contact the Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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North Grenville OPP Police Press Releases

Cole RAMSAY Vs Crash Truck – One Arrested

(NORTH GRENVILLE, ON) – A crash which temporarily closed part of Highway 416 has resulted in impaired driving charges.

Officers with the Grenville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision shortly after 9:00 p.m. on Monday, October 27, 2025, on the southbound lanes of the highway, just south of the Rideau River.

A pick-up truck had collided with a parked construction site “crash truck”.

North Grenville firefighters and Leeds-Grenville Paramedics were also called to the location.

The driver of the pick-up was transported to hospital as a precaution and the paramedics also checked on the operator of the crash truck, but no serious injuries were reported.

As a result of the investigation, Cole RAMSAY, age 24 of Iroquois has been charged with:

  • Dangerous operation
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired-blood concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving a vehicle with liquor readily available
  • Driving a vehicle with an open container of liquor

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on November 14, 2025. The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Burlington Hamilton OPP Police Press Releases

AI Used To Track Down And Arrest Jamie KILPATRICK

(BURLINGTON, ON) – A driver was arrested and charged criminally with driving and firearms offences after he was caught driving while serving a 1-year driver’s licence suspension because of a Criminal Code impaired driving conviction.

On Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 10:31 a.m., an Officer from the Burlington Detachment was conducting speed enforcement on Highway 6 near Leeming Rd in Hamilton. Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) technology registered a hit on a passing vehicle alerting the Officer to the suspended driver.

The vehicle was stopped and the lone occupant, the registered owner of the vehicle, was arrested for driving while prohibited. Additionally, it was suspected by the officer that the driver had consumed alcohol recently and a breath demand was issued. The driver registered an ‘Alert’ on a roadside Approved Screening Device (ASD) resulting in an additional 3-day driver’s licence suspension. A prohibited firearm that was being transported and stored insecurely was also seized from the vehicle at the roadside.

As a result of the investigation, Jamie KILPATRICK, a 28-year-old male from Hamilton has been charged with:

·      Operation While Prohibited Under the Criminal Code

·      Careless Storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition

·      Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm

·      Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was a Prohibited or Restricted Weapon

The accused was released from custody and is set to appear on December 19th, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice, Hamilton.

Owners of firearms are required to adhere to the Firearms Act in relation to the possession, storage, transportation and display of firearms. Owners should ensure they monitor and are aware of any changes to legislation and regulations that may affect the firearms in their possession.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Vanessa LINDE – Impaired Operation

(MIDLAND, ON) – A driver is facing impaired driving charges following a fender-bender at a roundabout in Midland this afternoon.

On October 27, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., members of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision at the traffic circle on Simcoe Road 93 in the Town of Midland. While speaking with a driver who had rear-ended another vehicle, the investigating officer observed signs of alcohol impairment.

The driver provided a roadside breath sample, which registered a “Fail.” As a result, the individual was placed under arrest and transported to the detachment for further testing.

Following the investigation, Vanessa LINDE, 47, of Midland, has been charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with the following offences:

  • Impaired Operation
  • Operation Over 80 Milligrams
  • G2 Driver – Blood Alcohol Above Zero

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on November 13, 2025. Upon being charged with impaired driving, the accused’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair your ability to make sound decisions.