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Area OPP Minto OPP Police Press Releases

Carrie Whetham Was Arrested

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – On March 17, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single motor vehicle into a ditch at the intersection of Creek Road at Wellington Road 2, in Clifford.

As a result of the investigation, Carrie Whetham, 62-years-old of Clifford, was charged with:

– Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs contrary to the Criminal Code

– Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) contrary to the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on March 28, 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 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Area OPP North Perth OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision In North Perth

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – One person has died following a motor vehicle collision in the Municipality of North Perth.

On March 18, 2025, shortly after 8:00 a.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with Perth County Paramedic Services, and the North Perth Fire Department, responded to a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Perth Line 86 and Perth Road 140, in the Municipality of North Perth for a report of a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) that collided with a passenger vehicle.

As a result of the collision a 35-year-old male passenger was pronounced deceased. The driver of the CMV and driver of the vehicle have non-life-threatening injuries.

Members of the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement Team are assisting Perth County OPP with the investigation.

Perth Line 86 between Perth Road 131 and Perth Road 147 and Perth Road 140 between Perth Line 84 and Perth Line 87 remains closed while officers continue to investigate. The roadway is anticipated to be closed for the next 6 hours.

The Perth County OPP is requesting anyone who may have witnessed this collision or has dashcam footage 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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Area OPP Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

Drunk Driver Arrested In Kincardine

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On March 17, 2025, at approximately 2:54 a.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check a vehicle along Sideroad 15, Municipality of Kincardine.

The investigating officer detected signs of impairment from the involved driver. The driver was placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Cole FISICO, 27-years-old, of LaSalle, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus), CC 320.14(1)(b)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Court of Justice on April 30, 2025 to answer to the charge.

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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Area OPP Morris-Turnberry OPP Police Press Releases

35 Year Old From Morris-Turnberry Arrested – Details Released

(MORRIS-TURNBERRY, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Morris-Turnberry resident with criminal driving offences following an investigation in the Township of Morris-Turnberry on March 10th, 2025. 

At 9:20 p.m. on Monday, March 10, 2025, Huron County OPP officers responded to a location on Browntown Road and discovered that an individual had been operating a vehicle after consuming alcohol. Police spoke to the driver, and they were subsequently arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over the legal limit.

David GARNISS, 35 years-of-age from Morris-Turnberry has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – alcohol and drug,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on April 28, 2025. 

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Area OPP Howick OPP Police Press Releases

Wroxeter Assaults – Jason RICHARDSON Arrested

(HOWICK, ON) – On Thursday, March 13th, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a dispute in the Village of Wroxeter in the Township of Howick.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed several criminal offences against two persons.

The suspect was arrested at the scene and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

Jason RICHARDSON, 48 years-of-age from Howick has been charged with:

–      Assault – (two counts),

–      Uttering Threats to Cause Bodily Harm or Death – (two counts),

–      Assault Causing Bodily Harm,

–      Mischief Under $5,000,

–      Operation while Prohibited.

The accused was processed, held for a bail hearing, then later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on April 07, 2025.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122, or 911 in an emergency.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a secure web tip at P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Area OPP Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

Walkerton Business Smash & Grab

(BROCKTON, ON) – On March 2, 2025, at approximately 12:55 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a break & enter at a business property along Durham Street East, Municipality of Brockton.

Officers responded to the location and observed glass had been smashed in order to gain entry. Approximately $25,000 worth of merchandise was stolen from the business. A witness reported two individuals were observed running from the scene before departing in a dark coloured vehicle in the area of Durham Street East and Colborne Street South.

The following is suspect descriptors:

  • Suspect 1: Dark coloured pants, black jacket with white stripes along sleeves, black balaclava, carrying orange & black grocery bag
  • Suspect 2: White pants, white jacket, grey toque & face covering, carrying white & black grocery bag
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Area OPP Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Two Rescued From Maitland River

(HURON COUNTY, ON) -Two Central Huron residents are warming up after being rescued from their tractor near the Maitland River following a flash flood that left them stranded.

On March 6th, 2025, just before 1:00 p.m., the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a distress call from two individuals who were stranded in rising waters near Fern Hurst Glen Lane in the Municipality of Central Huron.

The pair were on their tractor and suddenly found themselves surrounded by cold, fast-moving water that was rising rapidly. Huron OPP officers attended the scene with Huron County EMS, Goderich Fire Department, Lambton Shores Fire Department, members from the West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), JRCC Trenton, and volunteers from Huron and Area Search and Rescue (HASAR).

After determining the best route to access the stranded parties, an inflatable boat was utilized to retrieve the two safely and bring them back to solid ground and awaiting paramedics. The pair were treated at a local hospital as a precaution and are expected to make a full recovery.

The Huron County OPP would like to thank all their emergency response partners for the quick response and excellent teamwork demonstrated to bring this potentially life-threatening situation to a successful conclusion. 

“The OPP is reminding the public to be aware of the changing conditions in and around Huron County waterways and especially the Lake Huron shoreline as the vast amount of snow received this winter is expected to melt quickly in the next several days and weeks.”, stated Constable Craig Soldan – Media Relations and Community Safety Officer with the Huron County OPP.

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Area OPP Goderich OPP Police Press Releases

Missing Person Found Deceased

(GODERICH, ON) – On March 4, 2025, the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) located the missing 16-year-old male from Goderich deceased.

On February 28, 2025, at approximately 1:38 p.m., members of the Huron County OPP were notified of a missing youth, who was last seen on foot near Goderich District Collegiate Institute, located on South Street in Goderich.

The death is not being treated as suspicious, and no foul play is suspected.

The OPP would like to thank the public and media for their assistance during this investigation.

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Area OPP Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Exeter Business Gets Unexpected Drive-In

(HURON COUNTY, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responds to a single motor vehicle collision involving a local business. Extensive damage occurred.

On February 27, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Huron County OPP, alongside local emergency services responded to a single motor vehicle collision off Thames Road, Exeter involving a local business.

The single occupant inside the motor vehicle sustained minor injury, and no employees or customers inside the business were injured. The driver was taken to local hospital as a precaution.

The extent of the damage to the business is currently unknown, as well as the financial impact it might have regarding repairs and business operations.

The cause of the collision is still under investigation, and there were no road closures as a result of the event.

The Huron County OPP is requesting anyone with information to call investigators at 1-888-310-1122 or anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Area OPP Carleton Place OPP Police Press Releases

Coffee Shop Receives Threats – One Arrested

(CARLETON PLACE, ON) – A Carleton Place resident has been charged in connection with a series of threats.

On Sunday, February 23, 2025, the Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a coffee shop in Carleton Place, where employees had received numerous threatening phone calls.

On Monday, February 24, 2025, Lanark County OPP members, assisted by the OPP Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit, executed a warrant at a home on Lake Avenue East. One person was arrested without incident.

Matthew MCGETRICK, age 36, is charged with:

  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm – two counts
  • Criminal harassment
  • Harassing communications

The accused remains in custody, with a bail hearing scheduled for today (Tuesday, February 25, 2025) before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth

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Area OPP Arran-Elderslie OPP Police Press Releases

SEIP Was Arrested Again – Details Released

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) – On February 19, 2025, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of an assault that took place along 1st Avenue South in Chesley. 

On February 21, 2025, the South Bruce OPP were able to arrest one individual in relation to this matter, with the assistance of the OPP’s West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT).

As a result of the investigation, Derek SEIP, 30-years-old of Arran-Elderslie has been charged with:

·      Assault, CC 266

·      Assault with a weapon, CC 267(a)

·      Carrying concealed weapon, CC 90

·      Fail to comply with Probation Order, CC 733.1(1)

·      Trespassing at night, CC 177

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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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

$85,000 Drug Bust: Christopher BAIRD

(WELLINGTON COUNTY, ON) – An investigation conducted by the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with the assistance of Guelph BEAT (Break Enter and Auto Theft) Unit, results in the seizure of almost $85,000 worth of illegal drugs and offence-related property. One individual arrested and criminal charges have been laid.

On February 19, 2025, at approximately 4:45 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP CSCU conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle on 5th Line within Guelph-Eramosa Township – Wellington County, stemming from an extensive criminal investigation. The traffic stop resulted in one individual being taken into custody without incident. Police seized a quantity of suspected cocaine, methamphetamine and other offence-related property.

The following day, on February 20, 2025, the Wellington County OPP CSCU executed a search warrant on Argyll Street within the Town of Fergus and seized a quantity of suspected methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), and other offence-related property.

The estimated street value of the illicit drugs is approximately $85,000, and other property estimated value to be $4,000.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher BAIRD, 34-year-old of Fergus, has been arrested and charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) with the following:

  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking (three counts)

The accused was held in custody, pending a bail hearing, and has since been released and set to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on March 18, 2025.

The Wellington 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), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Area OPP Minto OPP Police Press Releases

18 Year Old From Harriston Arrested: Details Released #WaitInTheTruck

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Harriston resident with two criminal charges in relation to an intimate partner violence investigation.

On February 18, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to a report of a disturbance at an address within Harriston.

As a result of the investigation, an 18-year-old of Harriston is charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

  • Assault – Spousal
  • Assault with a weapon – Spousal

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph at a later date.

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victim(s).

Victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources listed below that are available to help:

·        Victim Services Wellington: 519-824-1212

·        Sexual Assault / Domestic Violence Care and Treatment Centre: 519-837-6440

·        Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis: 519-836-1110 or 1-800-265-7233

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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Alerts Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Glengarry

2 Home Invaders Shot To Death: No Charges #StandYourGround #TCB

(SOUTH GLENGARRY TWP., ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is continuing to investigate a home invasion in South Glengarry Township which left two people deceased.

On Sunday, February 2, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., officers with the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment responded to a home on Old Highway 2. It was reported that the incident began as a home invasion by three males. Two people had been shot and were pronounced deceased at the scene.

The deceased individuals have now been identified as Eddie ALOBHOUET, age 19 and Tristan SIMARD, age 18. Both were residents of St. Jerome, Quebec.

Efforts continue to identify a third individual who had fled the scene.

The residents of the home were not injured in the incident. They were initially taken into custody at the scene but were later released unconditionally. Several items, including firearms, were seized from the residence.

There is no threat to public safety as the incident is believed to be targeted.

The investigation is being conducted by members of the SD&G OPP Crime Unit under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Anyone with any information that could assist the investigation or help locate the third person, is urged to contact the SD&G OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Area OPP Morris-Turnberry OPP Police Press Releases

Police Cruiser Vs. Snow Plow Collision Near Wingham

(MORRIS-TURNBERRY, ON) – The province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate following a collision involving a police vehicle north of Wingham in the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry.

On February 17, 2025, at approximately 1:20 p.m., an officer from the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment was assisting a motorist on London Road near Glennanon Road when a plow vehicle collided with the police vehicle and a stopped motorized snow vehicle. Two people were transported to hospital. The officer was not injured.

The OPP West Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team is currently on scene continuing to investigate. London Road is closed north of Wingham and will remain closed for several hours.

The OPP has notified the SIU, which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will not be able to provide further information. Any other inquiries should be directed to [email protected].