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ADJALA-TOSORONTIO New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

One Sent To Hospital – Jose RIVAS MENDEZ Arrested

(ADJALA-TOSORONTIO, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a two vehicle collision in Adjala-Tosorontio Township.

On November 17, 2025, shortly before 1:30 a.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a two-vehicle rear-end collision on County Road 50 in Adjala-Tosorontio Township. Officers located the vehicles and spoke with the drivers. One passenger required extrication from a vehicle. One driver sustained minor injuries, while the passenger was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. During the interaction, officers formed grounds that one driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, resulting in that driver’s arrest.

As a result of the investigation, Jose RIVAS MENDEZ 35-years-old of New Tecumseth was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on December 11, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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ADJALA-TOSORONTIO North York OPP Police Press Releases

Sergio MEJIA MOLINA – Drunk Driving, Etc.

(ADJALA-TOSORONTIO, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a single motor vehicle collision in Adjala-Tosorontio Township.

On November 6, 2025, shortly after 3:30 a.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a single in the ditch that had also collided with a residential mailbox on Concession Road 5 in Adjala-Tosorontio Township. Officers located the vehicle and met with the driver. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol. Upon further investigation officers learned that the same vehicle had been involved in a fail to stop earlier that night with Caledon OPP, as a result leading to the driver’s arrest.  

As a result of the investigation, Sergio MEJIA MOLINA 28-years-old of North York was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Resist Peace Officer
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence
  • Drive motor vehicle – Perform stunt

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on December 4, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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ADJALA-TOSORONTIO OPP Orangeville

Sarah TOBIN – Drunk Driving

(ADJALA-TOSORONTIO, ON)– Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving after being stopped at a R.I.D.E spot check in Adjala-Tosorontio Township

On September 14, 2025, shortly before 4:00 a.m., Nottawasaga OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E check spot on County Road 14 in Adjala-Tosorontio Township. The officer conducted a stop on a vehicle and during the interaction with the driver, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest. 

As a result of the investigation, Sarah TOBIN 23-years-old of Orangeville was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on October 16, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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ADJALA-TOSORONTIO OPP Police Press Releases

Dwayne HORAN – Drunk Driving

(ADJALA- TOSORONTIO, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver involved in a single vehicle collision with impaired operation in Adjala-Tosorontio Township.

On April 13, 2025, shortly after 4:00 a.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 89 and County Road 50. The driver called 911 to report that he had struck a traffic light pole and was unsure if he required a tow truck, no injuries were reported. 

At 4:16 a.m., officers arrived at the collision at which time the officer spoke with the lone male driver. The male stated he was driving eastbound into Alliston when he swerved around two deer that suddenly ran across the road.

The male was asked if he had any alcohol or drug use and he admitted to having some, hours prior at which time the officer issued an Approved Screening Device demand (ASD). Subsequently the driver provided a sample which resulted in a “Fail”. 

At 4:21 a.m., Dwayne HORAN, a 50-year-old male of Alliston was arrested and charged with the following:

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

In addition to the charges, the driver was issued a 90-day license suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. 

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Bradford on May 8 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving 

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ADJALA-TOSORONTIO OPP Police Press Releases

Ethan WELLS – Impaired Driving

( ADJALA-TOSORONTIO, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one driver for driving while impaired in the Township of Adjala-Tosorontio.

On March 2, 2025, shortly after 9:30 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a single motor vehicle in the ditch on 20 Sideroad Tosorontio.

Upon arrival, officers located a single pickup truck facing eastbound with its passenger side tires in the ditch. During the investigation the officer began to suspect that the driver had been under the influence of alcohol and as a result, issued an Approved Screening Device demand (ASD). Subsequently the driver provided a sample which resulted in a “Fail”. 

At 10:00 p.m., the driver: Ethan WELLS 29- years-old, of Innisfil, was arrested and charge with:  

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

In addition to the charges, the driver was issued a 90-day license suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. 

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Bradford at a later date to answer to the charges.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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ADJALA-TOSORONTIO OPP Police Press Releases

Michael STRATTON – Drunk Driving

(ADJALA-TOSORONTIO, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one driver for driving while impaired in Adjala-Tosorontio Township.

On February 14, 2025, shortly after 5:00 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a traffic complaint of a mini van swerving all over the road with inconsistent speeds.

An officer was able to locate the vehicle eastbound on Adjala-Tecumseth Townline and safely initiated a traffic stop. The officer issued an Approved Screening Device demand (ASD). Subsequently the driver provided a sample which resulted in a “Fail”. 

At 5:33 p.m., the driver: Michael STRATTON 43 years-old, of Tottenham, was arrested and charge with:  

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

In addition to the charges, the driver was issued a 90-day license suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. 

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Bradford on March 13, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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ADJALA-TOSORONTIO OPP Police Press Releases

Pasquale FONZO – Fraud, Theft, Etc.

(ADJALA-TOSORONTIO, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), with the assistance of the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) have arrested and charged an individual in connection to a fraud investigation.

On February 7, 2025 at approximately 3:34 p.m. Police were dispatched to a fraud incident located at the Ernie Dean Chevrolet Dealership in Adjala-Tosorontio Township. The complainant advised Police that there was an appointment set for February 10,2025 for a male to pickup a brand new 2025 GMC Sierra pick up truck purchased over the phone worth $110,000. The accused provided the dealership with insurance, a void cheque, and a driver licence. 

The accused told the dealership when making this purchase that he is the Vice Principal of a school located in Hamilton. The dealership began to have suspicions after they attempted to call the school to congratulate the buyer on his new pickup truck purchase and advise that it was available for pickup, however when speaking with the believed buyer, the dealership was informed that they did not purchase a new vehicle.

The dealership contacted the Nottawasaga OPP as it was believed that an unknown person was using the victims information to purchase a vehicle.

Upon further investigation it was determined that the unknown person also purchased a 2024 Cadillac Escalade and a 2024 Ford F-150 recently using the victims information.

On February 10, 2025, officers, knowing that the unknown person, posing as the victim, would be attending the Ernie Dean Chevrolet Dealership to pick up a vehicle purchased, attended to arrest and charge this unknown person.

At 2:22 p.m. officers attended the dealership and arrested Pasquale FONZO, a 39-year-old male of Ottawa.

FONZO was charged with:

  • Fraud Over $5000
  • Identity Theft – obtain or possess another persons identity information
  • Forgery- four Counts
  • Personation with Intent (Identity Fraud)

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

This investigation is ongoing, If you have any information in relation to this investigation, please call the Nottawasaga OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122, Report Number (E250156234). You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit your information online at https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/

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Salvatore GIULIANO Arrested Again

(ADJALA-TOSORONTIO, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver for driving while prohibited in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On January 13, 2025, just before 1:00 p.m., a Nottawasaga OPP officer was conducting general patrols on County Road 50 in the Township of Adjala-Tosorontio, when the officer observed a male known to police as a prohibited driver under the Criminal Code operating a All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV)

The officer conducted a traffic stop and attempted to place the male under arrest at which time the individual fled on foot into a residence. The accused eventually came back outside and was not cooperative with officers. As of a result of the investigation,

Salvatore GIULIANO 42 years-old, of Palgrave, was charge with: 

• Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code

• Obstruct Peace Officer

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

The accused was held for a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Bradford on January 14, 2025, to answer to the charges.

Members of the Nottawasaga OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, 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.