Category: Area OPP

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – On February 3, 2021 at 10:23 a.m. Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 6 & 10, north of Rockford, in the Township of Georgian Bluffs. OPP officers were assisted at the scene by Georgian Bluffs Fire Department.

A mini-van had left the roadway and struck a hydro pole, causing significant damage to the vehicle. The driver, and lone occupant was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

The driver was arrested for impaired driving.  

As a result of this investigation, Grey Bruce OPP have charged Jason HOBBS, 39 years-of-age from Owen Sound with operation of a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs, section 320.14(1)(a) Criminal Code of Canada (CC) and possession of a Schedule 1 substance – Methamphetamine, section 4(1) Controlled Drugs and Substance Act.

The accused must attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on March 11, 2021.

(CARRICK TWP, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call reporting the theft of a snowmobile on February 5, 2021. Sometime between 12:30 a.m. on February 5, 2021 and 8:30 a.m. on February 5, 2021, a Green and Black Arctic Cat Snow Pro 1100 Turbo with licence # 6AD993 was taken. The estimated value of the stolen snowmobile is $12,000 and the serial number is on file with police.

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.

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – Icy roads caused one collision after the other in Municipality of North Perth last Friday.

On February 05 2021, just before 3:00 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Perth County Paramedic Service, and North Perth Fire Department responded to a serious head-on collision on Perth Line 86, west of Road 169. Two vehicles driving in opposite directions had collided, causing severe damage to the vehicles and injuring two people. Both drivers were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Prior to police arriving on scene, a second collision occurred just east of the first, after one vehicle stopped and was rear-ended. There were no injuries as a result of the second collision, but one vehicle received significant damage.

The roads were icy at the time of the collisions.

Here are some tips to help ensure you get where you’re going safely:

• Slow down.
• Look ahead (as far as the horizon) to be aware of upcoming intersections, vehicles, and dangers.
• Adjust your driving to the current road and weather conditions.
• Leave extra space between vehicles, as stopping distances are more than double on snow or ice covered roads.
• Make it a habit to allow extra time to travel to and from your destinations.

In the event of a minor collision with NO injuries and your vehicle can still be driven, drivers are encouraged to exit off the highway to a safe location and exchange relevant information with other involved drivers.

For collisions incurring damage over $2000, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or your local Police Service to report the incident.

(Adelaide-Metcalfe Township, ON) On February 7, 2021 at 12:50 a.m. Middlesex OPP observed a motor vehicle in the ditch on Centre Road, just east of Petty Street, Adelaide-Metcalfe Township. 

As a result of an investigation, police have charged Robyn TURNER, 21-year-old of Stratford, ON with:

• Operation while impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus) as per section 320.14(1)(b) CC
•  Adult Failure to Comply with Undertaking as per section 145(4)(a) CC  

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice on March 18, 2021 to speak to the charges.

(Thames Centre, ON) – On February 6, 2021 at 2:14 a.m., Police observed a stolen motor vehicle travelling on Shaw Road in Thames Center. The vehicle was subsequently stopped without incident. Two occupants were taken into custody.

As a result of an investigation, police have charged Bradley MILLS, a 32-year-old, of North Huron Township with:

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine as per section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)  
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada, as per section 354(1)(a) of the Criminal Code (CC). 

Police have also charged, Melanie CUTLER, a 32-year-old, of London, ON with:

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine as per section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)  
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada, as per section 354(1)(a) of the Criminal Code (CC). 

The accused have been released from police custody and are scheduled to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice on March 26, 2021 to speak to the charges.

(TOWNSHIP OF GUELPH-ERAMOSA, ON) – On February 7, 2021, at approximately 3:00 p.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded along with Guelph Fire Department, Guelph Police Service, and Guelph-Wellington Paramedic Services to a single motor vehicle collision on Speedvale Avenue east of Wellington Road 32 in the Township of Guelph-Eramosa.

Preliminary investigation revealed that a passenger vehicle was travelling eastbound on Speedvale Avenue when it left the roadway, rolled over, and collided with a tree. A 40-year-old male passenger was pronounced deceased at the scene. Two other occupants were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The name of the deceased is being withheld pending next of kin notification.

The cause of the collision is currently being investigated by Wellington County OPP and OPP Technical Collision Investigators (TCI). Speedvale Avenue remains closed between Wellington Road 32 and Elmira Road North for the investigation.

The Wellington County OPP is asking anyone that may have witnessed this collision to please call 1-888-310-1122.

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is looking for information following the theft of a Holstein heifer in the Municipality of North Perth.

On February 01 2021, the Perth County OPP received a report of a stolen heifer from a barn at a rural agriculture property on Road 176. Sometime between December 01 2020 and January 29 2021, unknown suspects entered a locked pen, inside a barn, and removed the heifer.

The stolen black and white heifer is 15 months old, and is valued at approximately $1200.

Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On February 4, 2021, at approximately 8:40 a.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a break and enter in progress at a residence on Grandview Avenue in Fergus.

The homeowner reported hearing someone knocking on their front door. Moments later, the homeowner confronted the lone suspect who had just pried open a rear door. The suspect fled the scene on a bicycle and was quickly arrested nearby by police.

A search of the suspect resulted in the seizure of break-in tools and a substance believed to be methamphetamine.

Matthew Cecil KOCHAN 49-years-old of Guelph has been charged with;

• Break and Enter to a Dwelling House
• Possession of Break-In Instruments
• Fail to Comply with Release Order (two counts)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance-methamphetamine

Wellington County OPP would like to remind property owners to make sure that they keep doors locked day and night even if you’re home. Report any suspicious persons or vehicles to police.

Any person with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

(CHATSWORTH, ON) – On January 30, 2021 at 11:37 a.m. Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a break and enter that had occurred at a residence on Sideroad 1, in the Township of Chatsworth.

The break-in occurred between January 23, 2021 and January 30, 2021 and there were several items stolen. The stolen items include a .22 calibre Savage Model 64F rifle (similar to the attached photo). There was also a Husqvarna chain saw, gas cans, snow shoes, Milwaukee power tools, Mastercraft tools and a Coleman outdoor stove taken from this residence.  

Grey Bruce OPP are requesting the public’s assistance with this investigation.

Anyone with information that can assist Grey Bruce OPP with this investigation, 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 $2,000.

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continues to investigate a theft of a Chevrolet Malibu that was taken last night in Wingham.

The victim reported to police her vehicle was stolen from the parking lot of an Albert Street business just before 6:00 p.m. when she left her vehicle running while inside shopping. The victim reported the suspect responsible for the theft was a male customer that was inside the store. The suspect attempted to make a purchase however the transaction was declined. The male suspect then immediately left the store, got into her vehicle and drove away.

A description of the suspect is in the process of being obtained by investigators.

The stolen vehicle is described as a four-door, silver 2006 Chevrolet Impala.    

Huron County OPP reminds vehicle owners to always secure their vehicles by taking the keys out of the ignition, removing any valuables and locking the doors. A vehicle can be stolen in a matter of seconds, don’t give criminals the opportunity.

If you have any information about this theft please contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.p3tips.com , where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(HOWICK, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers are investigating the recent theft of an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) stolen from a garage located just outside of Clifford.

Sometime between February 2, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. on February 3, 2021 two thieves attended the garage located on West Heritage Street whereupon they forced entry into the garage by cutting the lock off the door. Once inside the thieves located and stole two gas cans and the ATV.

The stolen ATV is described as an orange 2018 CF Moto ATV model C Force valued at $12,000.

The thieves drove the stolen ATV away from the scene and headed out on West Heritage Street. 

If you have any information about this theft please contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.p3tips.com , where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(GODERICH, ON) – An observant witness that took the time to call police helped officers catch a suspect over the weekend breaking into a sea container at the Goderich beachfront. 

On Saturday, January 30, 2021 at approximately 5:30 p.m. Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers responded to Cove Road in Goderich to search for a suspect that was observed cutting the locks off of a storage container. Officers arrived on scene and began searching for the suspect. Some fresh tracks in the snow helped lead the officers to their suspect and he was arrested without incident.

Upon arresting the suspect a search was conducted and police located the accused in possession of break-in tools and a quantity of methamphetamine. Further checks revealed the accused was serving a probation sentence and he was failing to comply with several conditions of his release. 

Aaron WEDGE, 30 years of age of No Fixed Address has been charged with Mischief, Possession of Break-in Instruments, Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine and five counts of Fail to Comply with a Probation Order.

He has since been released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for March 1, 2021 at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.   

(HURON EAST, ON) – A resident of Guelph is facing an Impaired Operation – 80 Plus charge after he drove his vehicle into the ditch east of Walton.   

At approximately 9:30 p.m. on January 28, 2021 Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call from a witness that reported they had come across a vehicle stuck in the ditch on Blyth Road near Beechwood Line. 

A Huron OPP officer responded to the scene to assist the driver and upon speaking with the driver the officer noted the driver had consumed some alcohol. A roadside screening test was completed and the driver registered a Fail. Consequently he was arrested and transported to the Clinton Detachment. At the detachment he provided two samples of breath to the qualified Intoxilizer Technician and both tests registered above the legal limit.

Dwight CHAMBERS, 51 years of age from Guelph has been charged with Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus). He was later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for March 8, 2021 at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.