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Brant CAMBRIDGE OPP Police Press Releases

Zachary COUSINS Was Arrested – Details Relased


(BRANT, ON) – On October 10, 2025, at approximately 11:33 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single-motor vehicle collision on Mechanic Street in Paris, Ontario.

Upon arrival on scene police located a parked blue sedan with a lone male occupant seated in the driver’s seat. The vehicle had extensive front-end damage and appeared to have recently been involved in a collision. The vehicle licence plate also matched the licence plate of a vehicle that fled from police earlier. Police spoke to the male who was sitting in the driver’s seat and following a police investigation Zachary COUSINS a 27-year-old of Cambridge, was taken into custody and charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration Over 80
  • Mischief Destroys or Damages Property
  • Flight from Police

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on October 30, 2025.

The OPP continues to prioritize road safety through proactive enforcement and public education. Impaired driving-whether by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of serious collisions and fatalities on Ontario roadways.

Anyone who suspects impaired driving is urged to call 9-1-1 immediately. Your actions could save lives.

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Brant Brantford OPP Police Press Releases

Godwill Forsack TAMBONG – Impaired Driving

(BRANT, ON) – On September 28, 2025, at approximately 12:44 a.m., a member of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop after observing erratic driving behavior on the 403 West Off Ramp at Wayne Gretzky Parkway in Brant County.

Upon speaking to the male driver, police administered an approved roadside screening device test which resulted in a “fail”.

Following a police investigation, Godwill Forsack TAMBONG a 39-year-old male of Brantford, was taken into custody and charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration Over 80
  • Dangerous Operation

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on October 10, 2025.

The OPP continues to prioritize road safety through proactive enforcement and public education. Impaired driving-whether by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of serious collisions and fatalities on Ontario roadways.

Anyone who suspects impaired driving is urged to call 9-1-1 immediately. Your actions could save lives.

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Brant Brantford OPP Police Press Releases

Ryan HALASHEWSKI Arrested Following Collision

(BRANT, ON) – On September 20, 2025, at approximately 08:06 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on the 403 Highway East in Brant County, Ontario.

During the police investigation it was found that the driver Ryan HALASHEWSKI, a 28-year-old male from Brantford, appeared to be Impaired and was taken into custody. Mr. Halashewski was charged with the following offences:

  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand,
  • Dangerous Operation

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on October 09, 2025.

The OPP continues to prioritize road safety through proactive enforcement and public education. Impaired driving-whether by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of serious collisions and fatalities on Ontario roadways.

Anyone who suspects impaired driving is urged to call 9-1-1 immediately. Your actions could save lives.

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Disqualified Driver on Stolen Motorcycle Sent Airborne

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a serious motor vehicle collision that occurred at the intersection of Highway 24 and Colborne Street West, in the late hours of September 22, 2025.

At approximately 9:04 p.m., emergency services responded to the scene where two vehicles, a motorcycle and a motor vehicle collided, sending the driver of the motorcycle airborne 20 feet before coming to rest on the roadway.

The driver of the motorcycle, a 41-year-old male, had been disqualified from driving on three previous occasions and was driving a stolen motorcycle. The driver was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Alcohol is not believed to be a factor in the collision. The driver of the motorcycle was subsequently charged with:

  • Operation While Prohibited X 4
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, Over $5000.00

Highway 24 south bound lanes remained open while the north bound lanes north of Highway 24 were closed during the investigation and road clean up. The investigation is on going.

The OPP is asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage from the area around the time of the collision to contact police at 1-888-310-1122.

To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at www.crimestoppersbb.com or call 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Brant OPP Paris

Alexander FOLLINGTON Was Arrested

(BRANT, ON) – On September 14, 2025, at approximately 11:53 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision on Cockshutt Road in Brant County, Ontario.

During the police investigation Alexander FOLLINGTON, a 33-year-old male of Paris, was taken into custody and charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration Over 80

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on October 02, 2025.

The OPP continues to prioritize road safety through proactive enforcement and public education. Impaired driving-whether by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of serious collisions and fatalities on Ontario roadways.

Anyone who suspects impaired driving is urged to call 9-1-1 immediately. Your actions could save lives.

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Brant Paris

Jason KINGS – Assault

(BRANT, ON) – On September 13, 2025, at approximately 11:26 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a disturbance report at a residence in Paris.

Upon arrival, officers found a 53-year-old male causing a disturbance. After investigating, it was found that the male was wanted on an outstanding warrant issued by Brantford Police. During the arrest process the male became assaultive and attempted to resist the arrest.

As a result of the investigation and arrest, Jason KINGS, 53 years old, from Brant County, has been charged with:

  • Assault

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford in November 2025, to answer to the charge.

Brant OPP remains committed to community safety and encourages anyone with information regarding this incident to contact police or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers at https://www.crimestoppersbb.com.

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Home Invasion – Claude SIMON Arrested

(BRANT, ON) – On Friday, Sept 12, 2025, at approximately 8:00 a.m., Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a Break & Enter at a residential address in the town of Oakland.

Police attended the residence and found a male inside the home. The homeowners did not know the male. Following the investigation, officers determined that the male was not authorized to be in the home and had gained entry without the homeowners consent.

As a result, Claude SIMON, 43-years-old male, from Woodstock, has been charged with:

Adult Unlawfully in Dwelling.

The accused was released with a court date on October 2025 in the city of Brantford.

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online at www.crimestoppersbb.com.

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Kevin COOMBES – Impaired Driving

(BRANT, ON) – On Sept 07, 2025, at approximately 7:09 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint regarding a motor vehicle that may have been involved in a collision.

Police located the vehicle in question parked in downtown Paris. Following a police investigation and after viewing surveillance video police arrested Kevin COOMBES a 38-year-old male of Paris, and charged him with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration Over 80

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on September 25, 2025.

The OPP continues to prioritize road safety through proactive enforcement and public education. Impaired driving-whether by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of serious collisions and fatalities on Ontario roadways.

Anyone who suspects impaired driving is urged to call 9-1-1 immediately. Your actions could save lives.

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Shakh SANNU – Break & Enter

(BRANT, ON) – On Monday, August 25, 2025, at approximately 6:20 a.m., Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a business alarm sounding at a commercial property on Garden Avenue in the County of Brant.

Upon searching the building, police located an individual on the property. Following investigation, officers determined that the male was not authorized to be in the building and had forcibly gained entry.

As a result, Shakh SANNU, a 26-year-old male, with no fixed address, has been charged with:

  • Break and Enter
  • Mischief Under $5,000

The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Dallas WILLIAMS Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(BRANT, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment has charged an individual following a traffic stop in Brant County.

On August 24, 2025, at approximately 2:15 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on Old Greenfield Road.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver was operating a motor vehicle while disqualified and under suspension.

As a result, Dallas WILLIAMS, a 49-year-old male from Oshweken has been charged with:

  • Operate a Conveyance while Prohibited X 8, contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Driving while under suspension, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act

The accused was held for bail.

The OPP reminds all motorists of the importance of ensuring they are properly licensed before operating a motor vehicle.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

MONTGOMERY Facing Impaired Driving

(BRANT, ON) – On August 15, 2025, at approximately 10:21 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-motor vehicle collision on King Street east of Maple Avenue in Burford, Ontario.

Upon police arrival an approved roadside screening device test was administered which resulted in a “fail”.

Following a police investigation Shazia MONTGOMERY a 34-year-old female of Ancaster, was taken into custody and charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration Over 80

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on October 03, 2025.

The OPP continues to prioritize road safety through proactive enforcement and public education. Impaired driving-whether by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of serious collisions and fatalities on Ontario roadways.

Anyone who suspects impaired driving is urged to call 9-1-1 immediately. Your actions could save lives.

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78 Year Old Drunk Driver Arrested

(BRANT, ON) – On August 15, 2025, at approximately 7:48 a.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver at a business located on Brant County Road 18.

Before officers arrived, concerned members of the public took decisive action to prevent the vehicle from leaving the parking lot, ensuring the safety of others on the road.

Following a police investigation, Manuel Escobar, 78, of Cambridge, was taken into custody and charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration Over 80
  • Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  • Driving a Motor Vehicle with Liquor Readily Available

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on August 28, 2025.

The OPP continues to prioritize road safety through proactive enforcement and public education. Impaired driving-whether by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of serious collisions and fatalities on Ontario roadways.

Anyone who suspects impaired driving is urged to call 9-1-1 immediately. Your actions could save lives.

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Christopher Coles Was Arrested Following Hit & Run

(BRANT, ON) The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid multiple charges following an investigation into a motor vehicle collision that occurred on Highway 403 East at the Paris Road off-ramp.

At approximately 7:30 p.m., on August 15th, 2025, officers responded to a report of a fail-to-remain collision. Upon arrival, the complainant advised police that a white Honda Civic had struck his vehicle and fled the scene.

During the interaction, officers observed signs of impairment in the complainant. A roadside breath test was administered using an Alcohol Screening Device, resulting in a “fail” reading.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher Coles, 41, of Grand Bend, has been charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code.

  • Impaired Operation – 80+
  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand

The accused received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the involved vehicle was impounded.

Anyone with further information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.crimestoppersbb.com.

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40 Year Old From Crediton Arrested

(BRANT, ON) – On August 5, 2025, at approximately 6:14 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle on Main Street South in St. George.

As a result of the investigation, one individual was taken into custody.

Police have charged Darren GLAVIN, 40 years old, of Crediton, with the following offences under the Criminal Code:

  • Operation While Impaired – BAC 80+

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on August 21, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads through enforcement and education. Motorists are reminded that impaired driving-by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of death on Ontario roadways.

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Michael WALKER – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – On August 1, 2025, at approximately 4:43 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single-vehicle collision on West Quarter Townline Road, within the County of Brant.

As a result of the investigation, one individual was taken into custody.

Police have charged Michael WALKER, 58 years old, of Brantford, with the following offences under the Criminal Code:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol
  • Operation While Impaired – BAC 80+

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on August 15, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads through enforcement and education. Motorists are reminded that impaired driving-by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of death on Ontario roadways.