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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.

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Randall HALL – Impaired Operation

(BRANT, ON) – On August 2, 2025, at approximately 3:42 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single-vehicle collision on Maple Avenue south, within the County of Brant.

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

Police have charged Randall HALL, 57 years old, of Brant County, with the following offences under the Criminal Code:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol
  • Dangerous Operation
  • 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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Alveen AHMED – Sexual Assault

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – One individual is facing Criminal Code charges following a sexual assault investigation.

On Thursday, July 24, 2025, members of the Brant County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an individual in relation to an ongoing sexual assault investigation that occurred in January 2025 in Brant County.

As a result of the investigation, Alveen AHMED, age 28, was charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Sexual assault, section 271
  • Assault, section 265
  • Forcible confinement, section 279(2)

The accused was remanded into custody for a bail hearing and subsequently released. They are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on a later date.  

A publication ban has been issued and as a result, the OPP will not be able to release further information.

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Richard WIEBE Was Arrested

(BRANT, ON) – On July 17, 2025, at approximately 2:20 a.m., Brant County OPP responded to a report of a vehicle being driven erratically on Highway 403 westbound near Brantford.

The vehicle failed to stop for police and was later safely stopped near Highway 403 and Highway 401 with the assistance of Oxford County OPP.

As a result, 42-year-old Richard WIEBE of Scarborough has been charged with:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Flight from Peace Officer

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

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Darcy MILLER Was Arrested Again – Break & Enter

(BRANT, ON) – On Friday, July 11, 2025, at approximately 6:13 a.m., Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a suspicious person at a vacant commercial property on Old Onondaga Road West in the County of Brant.

Police attended and located an individual on the property. Following investigation, officers determined that unauthorized entry had occurred, and items had been removed from the premises.

As a result, Darcy MILLER, 35-years-old, from Brantford, has been charged with:

  • Break and Enter
  • Theft Under $5,000
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
  • Possession of Break-In Instruments
  • Mischief Under $5,000
  • Failure to Comply with Probation Order

The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing.

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Daniel TURNER Was Arrested

(BRANT, ON) – On Friday, July 11, 2025, at approximately 4:28 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a theft in progress at a business located on Colborne Street East in the County of Brant.

A concerned citizen reported observing individuals removing items from the property. Police arrived shortly after and located two individuals on scene. Following investigation, one person was taken into custody and later released on an Undertaking with a future court date.

As a result, Daniel TURNER, 37-years-old, from Hamilton, has been charged with:

  • Theft Under $5,000
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on September 5, 2025.

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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Sarah HOUGH – Impaired Operation

(BRANT, ON) – On July 5, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint at an event on Willow Lake Road in Brant County.

Upon arrival, officers located an individual matching the description provided by the complainant. As a result of the investigation, one person was taken into custody.

Sarah HOUGH, 38 years old, from Hamilton, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on July 24, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads and encourages the public to report suspected impaired drivers by calling 9-1-1.

To report crime anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at https://www.crimestoppersbb.com.

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21 Year Old Arrested For Assault

(BRANT, ON) – On July 5, 2025, at approximately 10:50 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a report of an alleged assault at a business on Rest Acres Road in Paris.

Upon arrival, officers conducted an investigation and determined that a male patron had been assaulted. A suspect matching the description provided by the victim was located nearby and taken into custody.

As a result of the investigation, Matthew FLEWELLING, 21 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 on August 21, 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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Drug Bust – DEVLIN & SCHERTZBURG

(BRANT,ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), in partnership with members from Oxford, Middlesex, and Elgin CSCU, as well as the OPP’s Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) and Brant County uniform officers, have laid multiple charges following the execution of a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a residence in Paris, Ontario.

On July 3, 2025, officers executed the search warrant as part of an ongoing investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity. Two individuals were arrested at the scene.

As a result of the investigation:

Chris DEVLIN, 46 years old, from Paris, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

DEVLIN was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Kate-Lynn SCHERTZBURG, 34 years old, from Brantford, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

SCHERTZBURG was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

During the search, officers seized:

  • A quantity of fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine valued at approximately $4,270
  • $1,030 in Canadian currency
  • A digital scale and packaging material

The total estimated value of the seized drugs and currency is approximately $5,300.

The investigation highlights the OPP’s continued efforts to disrupt drug trafficking networks in our communities and keep dangerous substances off the streets.

Anyone with information about drug trafficking or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or anonymously via Crime Stoppers at https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/.

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Colin AMY Arrested Following Collision

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – One individual has been charged with impaired driving following a motor vehicle collision in Burford, Ontario.

On June 30, 2025, at 12:07 a.m., members of Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision on Rutherford St in the village of Burford in the County of Brant.

As a result of the investigation, Colin AMY, 27-year-old of Brant County, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operate motor vehicle without insurance

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Brantford on July 17, 2025.

Brant County OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roadways. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you see or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Amanda COOK Was Arrested – Details Released

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – One individual has ben charged with impaired driving following a traffic complaint in the Town of Paris.

On June 26, 2025, at 12:09 p.m., members of Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint on William St in the Town of Paris.

As a result of the investigation, Amanda COOK, 37-year-old of Brant County, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Drive while under suspension

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Brantford on July 10, 2025.

Brant County OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roadways. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you see or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Dakota LEWIS Was Arrested #RepeatOffender #3Strikes

(BRANT,ON) -On Thursday, May 22, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting patrols in the area of Cockshutt Road in the County of Brant.

Officers initiated a traffic stop with a vehicle on Old Greenfield Road. Through investigation, it was determined that the driver was prohibited from operating a motor vehicle.

As a result, Dakota LEWIS, 35 years old, was arrested and charged with the following offences:

  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle – Highway Traffic Act (HTA)
  • Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver – HTA
  • Drive motor vehicle not equipped with ignition interlock device – HTA
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code – Criminal Code of Canada

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on July 24, 2025.

The Brant County OPP would like to remind all drivers of the importance of complying with licensing conditions and court-imposed driving prohibitions. Safe roads start with responsible and legal driving behaviour.

Anyone who suspects illegal or unsafe driving is encouraged to contact police. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at www.crimestoppersbb.com.

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Stolen Vehicles Recovered – 3 Arrested

(BRANT,ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from Oxford CSCU, West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), and Canine Unit, has laid multiple charges following the execution of a search warrant at a rural property in Brant County.

On May 16, 2025, shortly before 10:00 a.m., police executed a search warrant at a property located on Colborne Street East, Brant County. The investigation was initiated after police received information regarding the location of a recently stolen vehicle.

The following stolen vehicles were seized:

  • 2015 Dodge Ram 1500 (Blue), valued at $20,000
  • 2014 GMC Sierra (Red), valued at $10,000
  • 2017 Chevrolet Express Van (Gray), valued at $25,000

The total estimated value of the recovered vehicles is approximately $55,000.

Three individuals were arrested and charged.

Accused:

Brandon FERREIRA, 38 years old, of Brant County, has been charged with

  • Three counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • Two counts of Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • One count of Fraudulent Concealment

David LORNE, 41 years old, of Cambridge, has been charged with:

  • Three counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • One count of Theft of Motor Vehicle
  • One count of Disguise with Intent
  • Three counts of Fail to Comply with Release Order
  • One count of Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • One count of Fraudulent Concealment

Samantha SMITH, 37 years old, of Brant County, has been charged with:

  • Three counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • One count of Fraudulent Concealment

Ferreira and Lorne were held for a bail hearing, while Smith was released on a Form 10.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is encouraged to contact the Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.