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Another Shooting In Caledon

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating a second shooting incident in the Town of Caledon. 

On Tuesday, January 6, 2026, a shooting occurred in front of a business on Perdue Court at approximately 2:30 a.m. No injuries were reported. This is the same location as a previous shooting incident that took place in December 2025.

Investigators believe this to be a targeted incident. The OPP urges community members to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activity to police. 

This investigation remains ongoing and is being conducted by the Caledon OPP Major Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch.

Anyone with information or surveillance/dashcam footage is asked to contact Caledon OPP by phone at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous and you never have to testify.

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Stolen Vehicle Recovered – Kuldeep Singh BHANGU & Onkar KALIA Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – The Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid several criminal charges against two individuals and a stolen vehicle recovered in Caledon.

On Saturday, December 27, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m. officers were called to business near King Street and Airport Road in the Town of Caledon. Prior to police arrival two person fled the area on foot. Attending officers were able to quickly set up a perimeter, located and arrested the individuals nearby. A stolen vehicle was recovered at the scene.

Kuldeep Singh BHANGU, 27 years old from Brampton has been charged with:

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order

·      Drive while Prohibited

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

·      Possession of Schedule 1 Controlled Substance x 2

·      Assault with a Weapon

Onkar KALIA, 36 years old from Toronto has been charged with:

·      Possession of Break-in Instruments

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

Both accused were held for bail hearings.

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Montel OPOKU Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(CALEDON, ON) – The Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with several offences following a traffic stop in Caledon.

On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at approximately 12:38 a.m. an officer was on patrol on Highway 410 near Valleywood Boulevard, in the Town of Caledon, when he stopped a motor vehicle for a traffic offence. The driver of the vehicle was found to be in violation of a previous release order and a novice driver.

Montel OPOKU, 20 years old from Cambridge has been charged with:

·      Fail to Comply with Release Order

·      Speeding

·      Drive Motor Vehicle No License

·      Class G1 Driver – Unaccompanied by Qualified Driver

·      Class G1 Driver – Drive on Prohibited Highway

·      Class G1 Driver – Drive at Unlawful Hour

·      Drive with Cannabis Readily Available

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

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2 Sent To Hospital – Gagandeep Singh CHAUHAN Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – The Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges criminal charges following a collision in Caledon.

On December 21, 2025, at approximately 3:48 a.m. Caledon OPP officers responded to a two vehicle collision on Charleston Side Road near Shaws Creek Road, in Caledon. 

A driver of one of the involved vehicles was arrested at the scene for impaired operation of a motor vehicle.

Occupants of the other involved vehicle sustained serious injuries in the collision.

Gagandeep Singh CHAUHAN, 31 years old from Caledon has been charged with:

·        Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle Causing Bodily Harm x 2

·        Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Blood Alcohol Concentration Over 80mgs

He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville in January 2026.

The accused was also issued a 90 Administrative Driver’s License Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days

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Shots Fired Into Residence – Jashanpreet SINGH Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – The Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged one individual in relation to a shooting incident in the Town of Caledon.

On Monday, August 4, 2025, at approximately 1:15 a.m., Caledon OPP received reports of multiple gunshots fired at an occupied residence on Petch Avenue. No injuries were reported. Two individuals believed to be involved fled the scene prior to police arrival.

On Thursday, December 11, 2025, the Caledon OPP Major Crime Unit, with the assistance from the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit, OPP Central Region Canine Unit and Emergency Response Team members executed search warrants at two separate locations in Caledon. 

As a result of the investigation, Jashanpreet SINGH, 22, from Caledon, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

• Discharge a firearm into or at a place in a reckless manner, s. 244.2(1)(a)

• Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm, s. 91(1)

• Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm, s. 264.1(1)(a)

• Participation in criminal organization, s. 467.11

The accused was further charged with the following CC offences after multiple vehicles were vandalized at a dealership in Caledon on Tuesday, July 8, 2025:

• Mischief over $5,000, s. 430(3)

• Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm, s. 264.1(1)(a)

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on Friday, December 19, 2025.

The Caledon OPP Major Crime Unit continues to investigate under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from the OPP Central Region Community Street Crime Unit and Peel Regional Police.

Anyone with information regarding these incidents is asked to contact Caledon OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca

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Extortionists Target South-Asians

(CALEDON, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating multiple cases of extortion dating from late 2023 to present.

Since December 2023, the OPP has identified more than 45 cases that appear to follow a pattern of extortion. These extortion attempts have targeted victims in the Caledon and Dufferin County areas and involve phone calls or text messages threatening violence unless a large sum of money is paid. The callers often demonstrate knowledge of the individual’s home or workplace and the offences appear targeted toward members of the South-Asian community.

Throughout 2024 and 2025, the OPP has investigated numerous weapons incidents where properties in the Caledon and Dufferin County areas have sustained property damage due to gunfire. Police believe these shootings are linked to threatening communications and extortion attempts.

Investigators would like to remind individuals and business owners:

• Extortion is defined as, “unlawfully obtaining money, property or services from a person, entity or institution through coercion,” according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.

• If you receive a threatening call or message, report it to police immediately.

• Callers will use high-pressure intimidation tactics to solicit money from you. Do not reply to threatening messages or calls and block the originating number.

OPP Central Region continues to investigate, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch. 

Anyone who has received threats of extortion, or has information regarding these incidents, is asked to contact Caledon OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca

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Pardeep CHAHAL & Calvin D’SILVA – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid numerous alcohol-related charges upon two individuals.

On November 20, 2025, at approximately 11:15 p.m., officers responded to a report of a single vehicle collision on Creditview Road, near King Street, in the Town of Caledon. Shortly after, officers arrived on scene and subsequently formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

Following the investigation, Calvin D’SILVA, 34, of Brampton, was charged with:

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

On November 23, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m., Caledon OPP officers responded to a traffic complaint regarding a vehicle struggling to maintain their lane. Shortly after, officers located the vehicle on Bramalea Road, near King Street, in the Town of Caledon. Officers conducted a traffic stop upon the vehicle and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, Pardeep CHAHAL, 39, of Caledon, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available

Both accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on December 11, 2025, to answer to the charges. Additionally, the driver’s vehicles were impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licences suspended for a period of 90 days.

The OPP remains committed to keeping our communities safe through enforcement and public education. Drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol continue to pose a significant threat on Ontario roads. Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired, and impaired driving is dangerous regardless of the source of impairment. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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6 More Facing Impaired Charges

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged six individuals with alcohol-related offences in the span of just five days.

On November 9, 2025, at approximately 11:45 p.m., Caledon OPP officers responded to a traffic complaint regarding a vehicle driving aggressively without their headlights on. Shortly after, officers located the vehicle on Highway 50, near Patterson Sideroad, in the Town of Caledon. Officers conducted a traffic stop upon the vehicle and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

Following the investigation, Jacob QUINN, 32, of Georgetown, was charged with:

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

On November 10, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., Caledon OPP officers responded to a report of a single vehicle collision on King Street, near Creditview Road, in the Town of Caledon. Shortly after, officers arrived on scene and subsequently formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result, Stephen AGHIMIEN, 65, of Brampton, was charged with:

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

On November 12, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., Caledon OPP conducted a traffic stop upon a vehicle who travelled through a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program in the Town of Caledon. Officers investigated and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, Kylie KIRBY, 33, of Bolton, was charged with:

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

On November 14, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., Caledon OPP officers responded to a report of a three-vehicle collision on Mayfield Road, near Hurontario Street, in the Town of Caledon. Shortly after, officers arrived on scene and subsequently formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result, Sewa Singh, 38, of Brampton, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Have care or control of a vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Drive motor vehicle with liquor readily available
  • Driving while under suspension

On November 15, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., Caledon OPP officers were on general patrol in the area of Mayfield Road and Torbram Road, in the Town of Caledon. During this time, a vehicle was observed stopped in a live lane of traffic. Officers subsequently conducted a traffic stop upon the vehicle and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

Following the investigation, Kevin SOOSAIPILLAI, 30, of Brampton, was charged with:

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

On November 15, 2025, at approximately 9:45 p.m., Caledon OPP officers responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on Old School Road, near Kennedy Road, in the Town of Caledon. Shortly after, officers arrived on scene and subsequently formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, Harsh, 27, of Caledon, was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle

All accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville to answer to their charges. The vehicles were also impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licences were suspended for a period of 90 days.

Drivers continue to take chances. It’s simply not worth the risk. Motorists are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Paul Saric – Drunk Driving

(HALDIMAND, ON) – On November 19, 2025, Haldimand County OPP were conducting a stationary ride program at First Line, in the County of Haldimand. 

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

Following a police investigation, Paul Saric a 64-year-old male of Caledonia, was taken into custody and charged with the following offences:

  • 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 Cayuga.

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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Murder – Two Arrested and One Wanted, Request for Public Assistance

(CALEDON, ON) – Two individuals have been arrested and one is wanted in connection with a 2020 attempted murder in Vaughan and a 2021 homicide in Bolton.

On Thursday, November 12, 2020, at approximately 6:30 p.m., York Regional Police (YRP) responded to a shooting on Steeles Avenue West in Vaughan. One victim was identified and transported to hospital for treatment.

On Monday, January 18, 2021, at approximately 12:30 p.m., officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a shooting on Harvest Moon Drive, Bolton, in the Town of Caledon. It was reported that two individuals entered a residence and shot two occupants inside the home, one of whom was the victim of the November 2020 incident in Vaughan. Officers located the other occupant, 65-year-old Giovanni COSTA of Bolton, deceased at the scene.

On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, Christopher BROWN, 28 years old of Barrie, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Attempt murder, s. 239(1)(a)
  • Conspiracy to commit murder, s. 465(1)(a)
  • Discharge firearm with intent, s. 244
  • Possession of firearms contrary to prohibition order, s. 117.01(1)

On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, Neheniah TIRFE, 25 years old of Toronto, was arrested and charged with the following CC offences:

  • First degree murder, s. 235(1)
  • Attempt murder, s. 239(1)(a)

Both of the accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on Thursday, November 20, 2025.

As part of the ongoing investigation, on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, a province-wide warrant was issued for Waheed BARAKZIYE, 48 years old of London, Ont. who has been charged with the following CC offences:

  • First degree murder, s. 235(1)
  • Attempt murder, s. 239(1)(a) – two counts
  • Conspiracy to commit murder, s. 465(1)(a)

Members of the public are urged not to approach this individual. If seen, please contact police immediately. A photo of the wanted individual is attached to this release.

While the first incident was initially investigated by YRP, both incidents are now being investigated by the Caledon OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB).

The Government of the Province of Ontario is offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murder of Giovanni COSTA.

Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact the Caledon OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Kilo Meth, 800 Grams Seized In Drug Bust

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid numerous charges against seven individuals following a recent warrant execution.

In summer 2025, the Caledon CSCU entered into a drug trafficking investigation. With the assistance of numerous CSCU’s across southern Ontario, as well as the Toronto Police Service and Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), search warrants were executed upon several residences and vehicles throughout the Greater Toronto Area.

Officers seized approximately one kilogram of Methamphetamine, 800 grams of Heroin and a large sum of currency, as well as items consistent with the sale and trafficking of drugs, including cell phones, digital scales, packaging materials, and more. In addition, a prohibited knife, firearm ammunition, and body armour, as well as two stolen personal watercrafts and associated trailer were also seized as a result of the warrants.

Following the investigation, seven individuals were arrested and charged.

Shivansh SHARMA, 35, of Vaughan, was charged with:

  • Traffick in a Schedule I substance – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – two counts
  • Fail to comply with release order – three counts
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Participate in a criminal organization

Inderdip SAHOTA, 37, of Brampton, was charged with:

  • Fail to comply with release order
  • Participate in a criminal organization
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

Brent MARKO, 45, of Mississauga, was charged with:

  • Traffick in a Schedule I substance – two counts
  • Participate in a criminal organization
  • Drive while under suspension – six counts

Tyrone OSEI, 24, of Etobicoke, was charged with:

  • Traffick in a Schedule I substance – two counts
  • Participate in a criminal organization
  • Drive while under suspension – three counts

Ellique BOWMAN, 20, of Toronto, was charged with:

  • Traffick in a Schedule I substance – two counts
  • Participate in a criminal organization
  • Drive while under suspension – two counts

Nicholas SENIOR, 20, of North York, was charged with:

  • Traffick in a Schedule I substance – two counts
  • Participate in a criminal organization

Jaydem MARABOLI, 24, of Etobicoke, was charged with:

  • Traffick in a Schedule I substance – two counts
  • Participate in a criminal organization

“The success of this drug trafficking investigation reflects our ongoing commitment to public safety and the disruption of criminal networks across the Town of Caledon and the Greater Toronto Area. These results demonstrate the effectiveness of coordinated investigative efforts and the dedication of our officers to keeping our communities safe and free from illegal activity.”

– Detective Sergeant Steven Linton, Caledon OPP Detachment

If you suspect illegal activity in your neighbourhood, you can report it to Caledon OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Anthony WEIDENDORF – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges following a collision investigation.

On October 25, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., officers responded to a report of a collision involving two vehicles on Highway 10, at County Road 109, in the Town of Caledon. The vehicle occupants suffered minor injuries as a result of the collision. During the course of the investigation, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

Following the investigation, Anthony WEIDENDORF, 28, of Toronto, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on November 13, 2025, to answer to the charges. Additionally, the driver’s vehicle was impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licence suspended for a period of 90 days.

The OPP remains committed to keeping our communities safe through enforcement and public education. Drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol continue to pose a significant threat on Ontario roads. Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired, and impaired driving is dangerous regardless of the source of impairment. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Carjacking – Raji SHARMA & Meeraj TANDON Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Members from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges against two individuals following an investigation into a carjacking.

On September 18, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., officers from the Caledon OPP received a report of a carjacking in the area of Old School Road and Mississauga Road, in the Town of Caledon. The complainant alleged that their vehicle was involved in a collision and was then approached by two suspects, one of which was armed with a handgun. The suspects were then said to have stolen the vehicle and fled the area.

Detectives from the Caledon Major Crime Unit (MCU) assisted with the investigation which ultimately revealed the complainant fabricated the report of the carjacking in a complex fraud scheme.

As a result of the investigation, Raji SHARMA, 38, of Brampton, and Meeraj TANDON, 40, of Brampton, were charged with:

  • Public Mischief
  • Fraud over $5000

The accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date to answer to their charges.

If you suspect illegal activity in your neighbourhood, call the Caledon OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information about suspected unlawful activity to Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Old School Road Shooting

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating a shooting incident.

On October 17, 2025, at approximately 5:00 a.m., officers responded to a report of a shooting in front of a residence on Old School Road, in the Town of Caledon. No injuries were sustained as a result of the incident. The suspect vehicle, a black SUV, was observed leaving the area eastbound on Old School Road.

This investigation is ongoing by the Caledon OPP Major Crime Unit (MCU). Anyone with information or surveillance/dashcam footage is asked to contact Caledon OPP by phone at 1-888-310-1122, referencing investigation number E251413803. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Arrests At RIDE

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted eight alcohol-related investigations in just 26 hours.

Between October 18, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., and October 20, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., Caledon OPP conducted numerous traffic stops upon vehicles that travelled through Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) programs in various locations around Caledon. On three occasions, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and were later criminally charged as a result of those investigations.

Mandeep JUDGE, 51, of Brampton, was charged with:

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

Michael D’ANGELO, 43, of Caledon, was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

Megh PATEL, 24, of Brampton, was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

During those RIDE programs, an additional four motorists were found to have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) within the “warn range”, resulting in an immediate three-day driver’s licence suspension.

In addition, Caledon OPP officers responded to a report of a single vehicle collision on King Street, near Emil Kolb Parkway, in the Town of Caledon. During that investigation, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result, Anila RIZVI, 45, of Barrie, was charged with:

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

All four accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville at a later date to answer to their charge(s). The vehicles were also impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licences were suspended for a period of 90 days.

In Ontario, alcohol-impaired driving is one of the leading causes of death on the roads. You can face criminal charges if your blood alcohol concentration is 0.08 or more. You can also face charges if you are in the “warn range”, meaning your blood alcohol concentration between 0.05 and 0.079. It is also important to note that Ontario has a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to driver’s consuming alcohol that are; age 21 years or younger, a driver of any age who holds a G1, G2, M1, or M2 licence, while driving a vehicle that requires an A-F driver’s licence or Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR), or while operating a road-building machine.

If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving