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Michael MUNDAY Was Arrested Again

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – An alert from the in-car camera has led to an arrest and multiple charges for the driver.

On April 15, 2025, at approximately 7:55 p.m., a member of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) on general patrol received an alert on the Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system for a possible stolen vehicle plate. A traffic stop was initiated with the vehicle on Cockshutt Road in the County of Brant.

As a result, Michael MUNDAY, a 37-year-old of Norwich Township, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Possession of stolen property
  • Operate a motor vehicle while prohibited
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon
  • Possess prohibited weapon while prohibited x4
  • Fail to comply with probation

The accused was held for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice then released from police custody with a further court date to appear on May 16, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. to speak to the charges.

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Brian BANKS – Drunk Driving

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – On April 12, 2025 at approximately 1:46 a.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single motor vehicle in the ditch along Maple Ave S in the County of Brant.

As a result of the investigation, Brian BANKS, a 48-year-old Paris Ontario resident was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

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 – Brantford on April 24, 2025 at 9 a.m.

Brant County OPP want to remind the public that is you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Brendon OHRI – Dangerous Operation

(BRANT, ON) – Members of the Brant County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual following a motor vehicle collision investigation.

On April 4, 2025, at approximately 12:32 a.m., officers responded to a report of a collision in the center median on Highway 403 East.

As a result of the investigation, Brendon OHRI, a 31-year-old male from London, has been charged with the following:

  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand
  • Dangerous Operation

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford at a later date.

The OPP remains committed to road safety and reminds motorists that driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs is a criminal offence. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, call 9-1-1.

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More Domestic Violence #WaitInTheTruck

(BRANT, ON) – The Brant County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one individual following an intimate partner violence investigation in Paris.

On April 1, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m., officers responded to a disturbance at a residence on Grand River Street North.

As a result of the investigation, a 35-year-old individual from Paris was arrested and charged with:

  • Failure to comply with an undertaking
  • Assault – Choke, suffocate or strangle, cause bodily harm

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

Victim Services attended and support was offered.

The OPP remains committed to preventing and responding to incidents of intimate partner violence. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.

Anyone with information related to this or any other investigation is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppersbb.com.

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Arshheer BARIANA Was Arrested

(BRANT, ON) – Members of the Brant County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual following a traffic complaint at a business on Pinehurst Road in Paris.

On March 25, 2025, at approximately 3:30 a.m., officers responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver in a parking lot on Pinehurst Road. Officers located the vehicle and conducted an investigation.

As a result of the investigation, Arshheer BARIANA, 24 years old, of Brant, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Prohibited
  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand
  • Obstruct Peace Officer

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

The OPP remains committed to road safety and reminds motorists that driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs is a criminal offence. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, call 9-1-1.

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Nancy DAVIDSON-HINDS Was Arrested

(BRANT, ON) – On Sunday, March 23, 2025, at approximately 9:46 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single-vehicle collision on Brant School Road.

Through investigation, police identified the driver as a 60-year-old from Brant County who was subsequently taken into custody without incident and transported to the Brant OPP Detachment.

As a result, Nancy DAVIDSON-HINDS, 60 years of age, of Brant County, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous operation
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Fail to remain, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act

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

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Forest Whitlow Facing Numerous Charges

(BRANT, ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following an investigation into a motor vehicle collision on March 10, 2025, in the County of Brant.

At 10:56 p.m., police observed a vehicle lose control and leave the roadway after being struck by another vehicle. The second vehicle was later located, and the driver showed signs of impairment and had visible injuries. Further investigation revealed the vehicle was reported stolen.

The driver was transported to hospital for medical assessment. Upon release from hospital, the individual was taken into custody.

As a result of the investigation, Forest Whitlow, 31-years-old of Hagersville, has been charged with multiple Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:

  • Impaired operation
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Dangerous operation
  • Fail to stop after an accident
  • Possession of property obtained by crime
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Class G1 license holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver
  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

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

Anyone with further information is asked to contact Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/.

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Mark HAWLEY – Assault, Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one individual following a single-vehicle collision on Highway 403.

On March 17, 2025, at approximately 6:27 p.m., Brant County OPP, along with Brant-Brantford Paramedic Services and Brant County Fire Services, responded to a report of a black pickup truck that had rolled over into the north-side ditch on Highway 403 westbound, west of Paris Road.

Emergency responders located the lone male occupant, who was assisted from the vehicle and transported to hospital for medical assessment. Further investigation determined that the driver had been operating a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol. The driver was placed under arrest and later became combative with officers.

As a result, Mark HAWLEY, 54 years old, of Brantford, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Obstruct peace officer
  • Assault peace officer

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford at a later date.

The OPP reminds drivers that impaired driving is a criminal offence that poses serious risks to public safety. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired, call 9-1-1 immediately.

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked 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 https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/.

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Jamie Henderson – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a driver following a single-vehicle collision on Pinehurst Drive near Glen Morris Road West on March 10, 2025.

At approximately 11:08 p.m., police received a report of a vehicle that had rolled into a ditch. Upon arrival, officers observed the vehicle resting on its side with significant damage.

As a result of the investigation, a 26-year-old male, Jamie Henderson, of St. George has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

The accused was released from custody with a court date scheduled for March 27, 2025, in Brantford. The driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded.

Brant County OPP reminds motorists that impaired driving is dangerous and illegal. If you suspect someone is driving impaired, call 911 immediately.

Anyone with information regarding impaired driving or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/ or by calling 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Michael Munday Arrested Again!

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested one individual following the theft of a farm tractor in Burford.

On March 7, 2025, police responded to a report of a theft in progress. A witness observed two individuals removing a tractor from a storage container on a neighboring property.

Through investigation, police determined that the owner of the property had not given permission for the removal of the tractor. Officers arrested 36-year-old Michael Munday of Norwich in connection with the incident. The accused has been charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada:

  • Theft of Motor Vehicle
  • Failure to Comply with Prohibition Order
  • Possession of Break-In Instruments
  • Break and Enter – Commit Indictable Offence

The investigation remains ongoing as police attempt to identify additional suspects.

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Fatal Collision

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision that resulted in the loss of one life.

At approximately 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment, alongside the Brant County Fire Department and Brant-Brantford Paramedic Services, responded to a collision involving a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) and a sedan on Colborne Street West in Brant County.

As a result, the 25-year-old driver of the sedan, a Brant County resident, sustained severe, life-threatening injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the SUV was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Colborne Street West, between Highway 24 and McGregor Avenue, was closed for several hours but has since reopened.

The West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) Team is assisting with the investigation and is asking anyone who was travelling on Colborne Street West and witnessed the collision, or who has any relevant information, to contact Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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

Updates will be provided as soon as new information becomes available.

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Francis ZECCA Was Arressted Again

(BRANT, ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged an individual following an investigation into a break and enter at a residence under renovation.

On March 1, 2025, at approximately 10:00 a.m., Brant County OPP responded to a break and enter in progress at a residence on McBay Road. Officers attended the scene and located a male on the property.

Further investigation revealed that the same residence had been targeted in a previous theft on February 23, 2025, when scrap copper valued between $500 and $1,000 was reported stolen.

As a result of the investigation, Francis ZECCA, 46, of Brantford, has been charged with:

  • Break and Enter – Dwelling
  • Theft Under $5,000
  • Fail to Comply with Probation

The accused was taken into custody and later released with a future court date.

Brant County OPP continues to investigate. Anyone with information is asked to contact Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/ or by calling 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Michael Turner – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged a driver with multiple offenses following a collision on Highway 24 South.

On Saturday, March 1, 2025, at approximately 8:58 p.m., Brant County OPP received a 911 call from witnesses reporting a vehicle swerving on the highway before colliding with a snowbank near Colborne Street West. Officers arrived on scene and located the driver, who displayed signs of impairment.

As a result of the investigation, Michael Turner of Ancaster 39, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration 80 Plus
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Operate a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance (Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act)
  • Fail to Apply for Permit on Becoming Owner (Highway Traffic Act)

The accused was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing. He has been released from custody with a future court date in Brantford.

Impaired driving is a serious crime that puts everyone at risk. If you suspect an impaired driver, call 911 immediately.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/ or 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Jason WHITE – Beak & Enter

(BRANT, ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged an individual following a break and enter at a business in Cainsville.

On March 2, 2025, at approximately 3:50 a.m., Brant County OPP received a report of a suspicious person pushing a shopping cart filled with scrap metal along Colborne Street East near Blossom Avenue. Officers attended the area and located evidence of a break and enter at a business on Colborne Street East. Further investigation led officers to a suspect in Brantford, where they were found in possession of stolen property and break-in instruments.

As a result of the investigation, Jason WHITE, 39 years old, of Brantford, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Break and Enter
  • Mischief Under $5,000
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
  • Possession of Break-In Instruments

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on April 11, 2025.

The Brant County OPP continues to investigate and is seeking any additional information. Anyone with information or surveillance footage related to this incident is asked to contact the Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/ or by calling 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Cody HENRY: Drunk Driving

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged a Brantford resident with three charges stemming from a motor vehicle collision.

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 11:10 p.m., members of the Brant County OPP received a call about a motor vehicle collision in a parking lot off of Powerline Rd in Brant County involving a single motor vehicle. 

As a result of the investigation, Cody HENRY, 34-years-old of Brantford is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous Operation

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

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Brantford on March 6, 2025.