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Area OPP Brampton Minto OPP Police Press Releases

Salt Spill Costs $490

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – A driver has been charged following a collision in Harriston.

On January 20, 2026, at approximately 5:00 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a single-vehicle collision on Highway 23 in Harriston, involving a transport truck. The impact caused the truck to spill its load of salt onto the roadway, resulting in a road closure that remained in place for several hours. All roadways have since been reopened.

As a result of the investigation, a 35-year-old from Brampton, is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Careless driving

The accused faces a $490 fine and 6 demerit points.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. 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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Area OPP Central Elgin London OPP Police Press Releases

19 Year Old Repeat Offender Arrested Again Following Hit & Run

(CENTRAL ELGIN, ON) – One person is charged with multiple offences after a traffic collision on Highbury Avenue at Ferguson Line.

On Monday, January 19, 2026, at approximately 1:38 p.m., Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision on Highbury Avenue at Ferguson Line in the Municipality of Central Elgin. The collision was between a sedan and a transport truck. The driver of the sedan fled on foot and was later located with the assistance from the OPP Canine Unit.

The roads were closed for several hours with the assistance from St. Thomas City Police.

The driver of the sedan was transported to a local hospital for preventative measures. There were no injuries as a result of the collision.

Colton BENTLEY-DUPEE, a 19-year-old from London was charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Dangerous operation

·      Failure to stop after accident

·      Fail to comply with Probation Order (two counts)

·      Failure to comply with Release Order (two counts)

The accused was held for bail and appeared in the Ontario Court of Justice located in St. Thomas on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

The OPP remind drivers and members of the public to report impaired drivers and dangerous driving behaviours. Your call could save a life, please dial 9-1-1 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

30 Year Old From Teeswater Arrested – Police Withhold Name For Criminal’s Protection #RatBoy #3Strikes

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Teeswater driver is charged following a traffic stop.

On January 19, 2026, at approximately 10:30 a.m., a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Traffic Management Unit was conducting proactive traffic enforcement on Highway 6, outside of Kenilworth, when the cruiser’s Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) notified the officer of a vehicle travelling with missing licence plates. A traffic stop was initiated.

As a result of the investigation, a 30-year-old from Teeswater, is charged under the Criminal Code, the Highway Traffic Act, and the Liquor Licence and Control Act with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph at a later date.

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

The accused’s name is being withheld, out of concern for their well being.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. 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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Area OPP Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

AI Triggers Arrest In Walkerton

(BROCKTON, ON) – On January 15, 2026, at approximately 2:32 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol in Walkerton when they stopped to check a vehicle along May Street.

The officer had received an automated licence plate recognition system (ALPR) alert, indicating an issue with the observed licence plate. A traffic stop was initiated where further investigation revealed the plate was not authorized to be used on the vehicle, and the driver was subject to a driving prohibition. The driver was taken into custody and the vehicle was impounded for 90 days.

Curtis WHITTEN, 35-years-old, of West Grey, was charged with:

  • Operation while prohibited, CC 320.18(1)(a)
  • Fail to comply with release order, CC 145(5)(a)
  • Possession of a schedule II substance, CDSA 4(1)
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle, HTA 12(1)(d)
  • Driving while under suspension, HTA 53(1) – two counts
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance, CAIA 2(1)(a)
  • Possess unmarked cigarettes, TTA 29(2)
  • Care or control of a vehicle with cannabis readily available, CCA 12(1)

The accused was held for a bail hearing on January 16, 2026, and subsequently released from custody. They are set to reappear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

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 Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases Tiverton

21 Year Old Arrested In Kincardine

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On January 15, 2026, at approximately 1:02 a.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol in Kincardine when they stopped to check a vehicle that was parked and left running at Victoria Park.

The investigating officer spoke with the occupants and detected signs of alcohol consumption. A roadside screening device was utilized on the driver which resulted in a fail. They were placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Owen KIRK, 21-years-old, of Tiverton, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired (B.A.C. 80+), CC 320.14(1)(b)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on February 11, 2026, 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 ASHFIELD COLBORNE WAWANOSH OPP Police Press Releases

21 Year Old From ACW Arrested

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH TWP, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Township resident with several criminal offences following a collision on January 05, 2026, on Blyth Road in ACW Twp. 

Just after 6:00 a.m. on Monday, January 05, 2026, Huron County OPP officers responded to reports of a two-vehicle collision on Blyth Road in ACW Twp. Officers spoke to the involved drivers and one driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation.

The accused provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician at the Huron County OPP detachment in Clinton. Breath samples provided to police resulted in readings over the legal limit. Additionally, a quantity of suspected cocaine was located on the accused upon their arrest.

Xander FIDOM, 21 years-of-age from ACW Twp has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80,

–      Dangerous Operation,

–      Possession of Cocaine.

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

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on February 23, 2026. 

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Area OPP OPP Wellington North

Do You Recognize This Theft Suspect?

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in a recent theft incident.

On January 12, 2026, at approximately 10:00 a.m., a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a theft, which occurred at business on Main Street North in Mount Forest. A suspect failed to pay for over $1,000 worth of cosmetics before leaving the store.

Members of the Wellington County OPP are continuing to investigate this incident and are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the suspect involved.

Photographs of the suspect and suspect vehicle are attached for reference.

The Wellington County OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122.

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.

OPP reference #: E260049893.

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Area OPP OPP Wellington

31 Year Old From Arthur Arrested

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – An Arthur driver is charged following a traffic stop on Tower Street South.

On January 10, 2026, at approximately 12:15 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) spot check to examine the sobriety of drivers on Tower Street South in Fergus, where officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle that was initially headed towards the spot check but made a U-turn and began driving in the opposite direction.

As a result of the investigation, Gagundeep GILL, a 31-year-old from Arthur, is charged under the Criminal Code, the Highway Traffic Act, the Liquor Licence and Control Act, the Cannabis Control Act and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code (two counts)
  • Driving while under suspension (two counts)
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Have care or control of vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
  • Operate motor vehicle without insurance

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on February 10, 2026.

A 45-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. 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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Area OPP Meaford OPP Police Press Releases

Richard BLACHA

(MEAFORD, ON) A Meaford resident is facing multiple charges after fleeing from a traffic stop that occurred on January 10, 2026 in the Municipality of Meaford.

On Saturday, January 10, 2026, at approximately 4:08 p.m., Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) observed a black Ford pickup truck travelling on Grey Road 12 in the Municipality of Meaford without a front licence plate displayed.

An officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop after noting additional concerns regarding the vehicle. When emergency lights were activated, the vehicle accelerated away at a high rate of speed. Due to public safety considerations, the officer did not pursue.

At approximately 4:33 p.m., officers attended the registered owner’s residence and located the same vehicle parked beside a shed. An individual was observed near the vehicle and was arrested.

Richard BLACHA, 38-years-old, from Meaford, has been charged with the following criminal code and highway traffic act offences:

  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Fail to Display Two Plates (Highway Traffic Act)
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – No Currently Validated Permit (Highway Traffic Act)
  • Flight from Peace Officer (Criminal Code)
  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand (Criminal Code)

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was 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 January 29, 2026.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged 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.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Glengarry

Pedestrain Struck By Tractor Trailer

(SOUTH GLENGARRY, ON)- Members of the Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a collision involving a tractor trailer and a pedestrian.

On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, shortly before 10:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a pedestrian being struck by a tractor trailer in a business parking lot on Boundary Road, South Glengarry Township.

The 33-year-old male was transported to hospital with injuries that are not considered life-threatening. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information or relevant dashcam video regarding this collision is asked to contact the SD&G OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Seaway Valley Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also submit a tip online at seawayvalleycrimestoppers.ca.

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Area OPP Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

Hwy 21 Drunk Driver Charged

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On January 11, 2026, at approximately 8:17 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol along Highway 21 north of Kincardine, when they observed a vehicle leave the roadway and enter the ditch.

The investigating officer stopped to render assistance to the driver and detected signs of impairment. The driver was placed under arrest and taken to a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) for further testing.

Sheena GALLAGHER, 43-years-old, of no fixed address, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired, CC 320.14(1)(a)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on March 11, 2026, 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 Free Press OPP Police Press Releases

Kincardine Meth Bust – Mark HOLTBY

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On January 9, 2026, at approximately 9:59 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a stolen vehicle from a parking lot along Huron Terrace in the Municipality of Kincardine.

The complainant had driven into the lot in their Buick crossover when a male operating a Dodge SUV abandoned that vehicle, entered the Buick and fled the area. Minutes later, the Buick was seen in a parking lot along Philip Place, where a male exited and entered another vehicle which prompted a commotion with bystanders. At the time, an officer was on scene at the opposite end of the parking lot and observed the commotion, followed by the male returning to the Buick, jumping the curb and fleeing at a high rate of speed through the parking lot. The Buick was then observed to run the red light at Highway 21 and Highway 9 and continuing eastbound on Highway 9. Officers did not pursue out of concern for public safety.

At approximately 10:30 p.m., another responding officer observed the stolen Buick travelling westbound on Highway 9 from the Kinloss area. Additional units set up on Highway 9 outside of Kincardine, and successfully deployed a tire deflation device on the stolen Buick on its approach. The vehicle continued on with a deflated tire until eventually colliding with a snowbank on South Street, where the driver was promptly arrested. A search incident to arrest led to the discovery of suspected methamphetamine.

As a result of the investigation, Mark HOLTBY, 36-years old, of the Municipality of Kincardine was charged with:

  • Theft of motor vehicle, CC 333.1
  • Flight from peace officer, CC 320.17
  • Operation while impaired, CC 320.14(1)(a)
  • Dangerous operation, CC 320.13(1)
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – methamphetamine, CDSA 4(1)

The accused was held for a bail hearing on January 10, 2026, and subsequently released from custody.

On January 11, 2026, at approximately 6:31 p.m., the South Bruce OPP were called for a disturbance at a residence in Kincardine. The same individual was located and placed under arrest. They were additionally charged with:

  • Uttering threats, CC 264.1(1)(a)
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – methamphetamine, CDSA 4(1)

The accused was again held for a bail hearing and subsequently released from 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 London Police Press Releases

35 Year Old Backs Into Police Cruiser & Isn’t Executed #StillCanada

(LONDON, ON) – Driver charged after cruiser struck during traffic stop.

On January 6, 2026, at 7:22 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while travelling through the City of London, observed a vehicle perform a traffic violation at the intersection of Veterans Memorial Parkway and Bradley Avenue.

A traffic stop was initiated. During the stop the accused reversed into the OPP cruiser causing minor damage to both vehicles.

There were no injuries reported.

As a result, a 35-year-old of London has been charged under the Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

  • Red light – fail to stop
  • Careless Driving
  • CAIA 3(1) Fail to surrender insurance card

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Provincial Traffic Court to speak to the charges at a later date.

The OPP can be reached anywhere, anytime 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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Area OPP Mount Forest OPP Police Press Releases

65 Year Old From Mount Forest Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A motorist is charged after going through a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint in Mount Forest.

On January 7, 2026, at approximately 10:40 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE checkpoint to examine the sobriety of drivers on Sligo Road in Mount Forest, when they found a driver to be operating their vehicle with an open container of liquor.

As a result of the investigation, a 65-year-old from Mount Forest, is charged under the Liquor Licence Act (LLCA) with:

  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The charge of ‘Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor’ under the LLCA is accompanied by a $215.00 fine.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. 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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Area OPP Gowanstown Minto OPP Police Press Releases

Gordon SNYDERS – Failure To Comply

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – A Gowanstown driver is facing charges following a traffic stop.

On January 7, 2026, at approximately 1:15 p.m., a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Traffic Management Unit (TMU) conducted a traffic stop on King Street in Minto of a suspected impaired driver.

As a result of the investigation, Gordon SNYDERS, a 57-year-old from Gowanstown, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on January 23, 2026.

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

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. 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.