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Cornwall OPP Police Press Releases South Glengarry

Hydro Pole Sheared – Richard ZERAN Arrested And Released

(SOUTH GLENGARRY, ON) – One person is facing charges after a stolen car struck and destroyed a hydro pole east of Cornwall.

On Tuesday, October 14, 2025, shortly after 2:00 p.m., officers with the Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the scene on County Road 2, near Simser Road.

A car had left the roadway and struck a hydro pole, completely shearing it off, leaving power lines hanging approximately a metre above the road. Witnesses reported seeing a man get out of the car and flee on foot.

Initially, officers wanted to ensure the individual was okay following the crash, but officers also learned that the vehicle had been reported stolen.

The OPP Canine Unit was called in to assist with the search and they located the suspect. The individual had no serious injuries as a result of the crash but was transported to hospital as a precaution.

Richard ZERAN, age 56 of Cornwall, has been charged with:

  • Theft of a vehicle
  • Dangerous operation
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Failing to remain at the scene of an accident
  • Failing to report an accident

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Alexandria on December 3, 2024.

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Greenstone OPP Police Press Releases Toronto

$278,450 Hwy 11 Drug Bust

(GREENSTONE, ON) – Members from the Greenstone Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged 2 individuals with Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) offences.

On September 16, 2025, at approximately 12:00p.m., officers from the Greenstone Detachment conducted a traffic stop along Highway 11. During the stop, officers observed a strong smell emanating from the vehicle which led to a search of the vehicle.

As a result, officers discovered large quantities of fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, oxycodone, hydromorphone, and morphine. The drugs were destined for multiple rural communities in Northwestern Ontario and hold a street value of approximately $278 450.

Kaden HAMILTON, 21 years old from Toronto, is charged with the following CDSA offences:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Oxycontin
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl
  • Possession of a Schedule II Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Dilaudid
  • Possession of a Schedule II Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Kadian 24H capsule 100mg

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on October 24, 2025.

Noha KONGOLO, 20 years old from East York, is charged with the following CDSA offences:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Oxycontin
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl
  • Possession of a Schedule II Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Dilaudid
  • Possession of a Schedule II Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Kadian 24H capsule 100mg

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on October 15, 2025.

The investigation is being continued by the Greenstone Community Street Crime Unit with the assistance of the Thunder Bay Police Service’s Cybercrime Unit, and the Ontario Provincial Police’s Digital Forensic Unit.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

$1,000,000 “Drug” Bust After Alleged Dropped 911 Call

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals following an investigation involving drugs.

On October 10, 2025, at around 5:40 p.m., OPP responded to a report of a dropped 9-1-1 call at an address on 6th Line in the Municipality of Port Hope.

While at the location, police discovered what was believed to be an illegal Cannabis grow operation.

As a result, a search warrant was executed with the assistance of the OPP Peterborough-Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

Police seized over 1,000 cannabis plants with an estimated street value of approximately $1,000,000. In addition, over 500 lbs of processed Cannabis were located on the property.

As a result, Yikai DING (59) of no fixed address, and Xiuqi KIU (69) of Markham, have both been charged with:

–      Possess, produce, sell, distribute or import anything with intention to use it to produce, sell or distribute illicit Cannabis

Both individuals were held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

If you have information about drug or property-related offences, 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), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward up to $2,000.

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Bolton Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – Names Released

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid numerous charges against three individuals following a recent warrant execution.

In Autumn 2025, the Caledon CSCU entered into a drug trafficking investigation. With the assistance of Nottawasaga and Southern Georgian Bay CSCU’s, a search warrant was executed upon a residence in the Town of Caledon.

Officers seized approximately 19 grams of Cocaine and various pills, as well as items consistent with the sale and trafficking of drugs, including a cell phone, digital scales, and packaging materials.

As a result of the investigation, three individuals were arrested and charged.

Lindsay ELLIOTT, 33, of Bolton, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – two counts
  • Breach of Recognizance

Matthew REGENT, 39, of Bolton, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Breach of Recognizance

James WILSON, 41, of Brighton, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking.

The accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on October 20, 2025, to answer to the charges.

If you suspect illegal activity in your neighbourhood, you can report it to Caledon OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tecumseh

Hudson HIND-DERSCH Was Arrested

(TECUMSEH, ON) – One person has been charged following a traffic stop in Tecumseh.

On October 12, 2025, at approximately 3:30 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a vehicle stop on Lanoue Street in the Town of Tecumseh.

Hudson HIND-DERSCH, 22-years-old of Tecumseh was arrested and charged with the following Liquor Licence and Control Act, Criminal Code, and Highway Traffic Act offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero
  • Having control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

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

The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on October 22, 2025, to answer 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”. 

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 of alcohol, please call 9-1-1 immediately.

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Arran-Elderslie OPP Police Press Releases West Grey

West Grey Man Busted at Paisley RIDE — Multiple Drugs and Release Order Violations

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) – On October 2, 2025, at approximately 2:24 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program along Queen Street South in Paisley.

A vehicle entered the area, where an officer observed a passenger known to them from previous dealings; and knew them to be violating existing terms of release. They were taken into custody without incident. A search incident to arrest led to the discovery of 4 grams of suspected fentanyl, 5 grams of suspected methamphetamine, and 11 grams of suspected cocaine.

Angus MACASKILL, 40-years-old, resident of West Grey, has been charged with:

  • Failure to comply with release order, CC 145(5)(a) – two counts
  • Possession of a schedule I substance, CDSA 4(1) – four counts

The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently remanded into custody.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information 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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Drummond-North Elmsley OPP Perth Police Press Releases

AI Used To Arrest Cory ENNIS – Details Released!

(DRUMMOND-NORTH ELMSLEY, ON) – – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Perth resident with impaired driving.

Officers conducted stopped a possible suspended driver after receiving an Automatic Licence Plate Reader (ALPR) alert, on Sunday, October 12, 2025, just after 3:45 p.m. on Highway 7 in Drummond-North Elmsley Township.

The driver was arrested the driver and transported to the OPP Detachment in Perth for testing.

As a result of the investigation, Cory ENNIS, 38-years-old, has been charged with:

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

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

·        Operate an unsafe vehicle

·        Drive motor vehicle- no licence

·        Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on Monday, November 24, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Area OPP Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

25-Year-Old From Walkerton Arrested After Alleyway Emergence

(BROCKTON, ON) – An All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) operator was arrested for impaired driving after being stopped by the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

On October 4, 2025, at approximately 6:35 p.m., a member of the South Bruce OPP was parked along Colborne Street South when they observed an ATV emerge from an alleyway and onto the roadway. The officer noticed the rider was not wearing a helmet, did not have a number plate affixed to the ATV, and failed to stop for a stop sign.

A traffic stop was initiated where the officer spoke with the rider and detected signs of impairment. They were placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Sean COMYN, 25-years-old, resident of Walkerton, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – B.A.C. 80+, CC 320.14(1)(b)
  • Driving while under suspension, HTA 53(1)
  • No helmet, HTAReg 316 19(1)
  • Off-road vehicle no number plate, ORVA 3(1)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on November 5, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information 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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Carleton Place LANARK HIGHLANDS OPP Police Press Releases

John CHARBONNEAU Was Arrested

(CARLETON PLACE, ON) – – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Lanark Highlands Township resident with impaired driving.

Officers were conducting a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) check for possible impaired drivers on Sunday, October 12, 2025, just after 11:30 p.m. in the Town of Carleton Place.

The officers utilized an approved roadside alcohol screening device on a driver. The male was arrested and transported to the OPP Detachment in Carleton Place for testing.

As a result of the investigation, John CHARBONNEAU, 35-years-old, has been charged with Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on Monday, November 17, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Area OPP Huron Huron-Kinloss Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Photos Released

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On October 4, 2025, at approximately 6:36 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a collision in the area of Highway 21 and Concession 2, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Police attended the scene to learn that a pick-up truck had struck a hydro pole and fled the scene with assistance from another individual. Vehicles were last seen travelling westbound on Concession 2 towards Point Clark. Police are looking for further information on the following two vehicles:

  • Dark blue late model pick-up truck, possibly a GMC or Dodge. Airbags were deployed, damage to front end and passenger side doors. Male driver approximately 40-50 years old, wearing a white & blue plaid short sleeve button up shirt and dark coloured jeans.
  • Light coloured GMC pick-up truck with cap. Male driver approximately 40-50 years old, wearing a baseball cap, short sleeve shirt and jean shorts.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information 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 St Clair

St. Clair Next Training Ground

(ST. CLAIR TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Lambton County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have partnered with NOVA Chemicals and Lambton County Emergency Services to conduct an emergency preparedness training exercise in St. Clair Township.

On October 15, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to approximately 11:00 a.m., Lasalle Line, between Tashmoo Avenue and Vidal Street South, will be closed for the training exercise. Residents can expect an increase presence of emergency vehicles in the area. Motorists are asked to avoid the area to allow for a safe training environment.

“Training alongside our local emergency services and community partners strengthens our collective ability to respond effectively during critical incidents. These integrated exercises ensure that when real emergencies occur, we are ready to act as one coordinated team focused on public safety,” said Inspector Ross STUART, Interim Lambton OPP Detachment Commander.

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Area OPP Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

Kincardine Resident Airlifted – Road Reopened

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – Bruce Road 1 has reopened following an overnight collision and closure.

Police, Bruce County Paramedic Services and Huron-Kinloss Fire & Emergency Services attended after 8:30 p.m., for a collision involving a farm tractor and a pick-up truck & trailer. Both vehicles were northbound on Bruce Road 1 when the tractor was struck from behind.

The operator of the tractor, a 29-year-old resident of Kincardine, was air lifted to a London area trauma centre with serious injuries.

Bruce Road 1 was closed between Bruce Road 6 and Grey Ox Avenue; but has now been reopened. The investigation remains ongoing, and no charges have been laid at this time.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information 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

3 More Impaired Drivers – James ZINGONE, Mattia ESPOSITO & Rhonda CHRISTIANSON

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – Officers of the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) were active during the Thanksgiving Day weekend looking for impaired drivers. Three drivers, including two Huntsville residents, were taken off the roadway as a result those efforts.

On October 6, 2025 at 2:53 a.m. police were conducting a R.I.D.E. check (reduce impaired driving everywhere) on Brunel Road in the Town of Huntsville.

During this R.I.D.E. check police observed a vehicle come through and the driver presented signs of impairment. 

As a result of the investigation, police have charged James ZINGONE, 25 years old of Etobicoke Ontario, with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance

The accused was released pending and is scheduled to appear on November 4, 2025 before the Ontario Court of Justice, in Bracebridge Ontario.

On October 12, 2025 at 10:55 a.m. a Huntsville O.P.P. officer was on general patrol on Highway 11 in the Town of Huntsville when they observed a vehicle travelling southbound at an extremely slow speed.

Upon stopping the vehicle, the officer observed obvious signs of impairment an the driver was arrested for Impaired Operation.

As a result of the investigation, police have charged Mattia ESPOSITO, 49 years old of Huntsville Ontario, with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

The accused was released pending and is scheduled to appear on November 18, 2025 before the Ontario Court of Justice, in Bracebridge Ontario.

On October 12, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. a Huntsville O.P.P. officers received a complaint a slow moving vehicle driving erratically on Canal Road in the Town of Huntsville.

Police located the vehicle at an address on Chalet Cresent and suspected the driver to have been consuming alcohol. The driver was administered a roadside alcohol screening test and registered a fail.

As a result of the investigation, police have charged Rhonda CHRISTIANSON, 53 years old of Huntsville Ontario, with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80+

The accused was released pending and is scheduled to appear on November 25, 2025 before the Ontario Court of Justice, in Bracebridge Ontario.

All three drivers were issued 90 Administrative Driver’s License Suspensions and their vehicles were impounded for 7 days.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

21 Year Old From Mount Forest Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Mount Forest resident has been charged with impaired driving after being found asleep at the wheel.

On October 11, 2025, at approximately 3:30 a.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint from a concerned member of the public, reporting an unresponsive driver in a vehicle parked in a live lane on Main Street in Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, Lawrence CALDER, a 21-year-old from Mount Forest, was charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on October 21, 2025.

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.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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North Dundas OPP Police Press Releases Winchester

Failure! OPP Get No Drugs In Raid #HideYourStash

(NORTH DUNDAS TWP., ON) – Two people were arrested and items associated with drug trafficking have been seized in Chesterville.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Street Crime Unit began an investigation in the area earlier this fall in relation to the trafficking of cocaine, methamphetamine and fentanyl in the area.

On Thursday, October 9, 2025, Community Street Crime Unit members, assisted by the OPP Canine Unit and officers with the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Detachment executed a search warrant at a residence on Church Street.

No drugs were found, but officers seized items associated with illegal drug use and trafficking.

A 38-year-old woman from Winchester and a 41-year-old man from Chesterville were arrested at the scene on outstanding warrants. Several other people located in the residence were released without charges.