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Sasha POPISAN BRAVO & Dylan CHANCAFE BRAVO Arrested – Details Released

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrests two suspects in connection with a theft at local bank.

On September 3, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m., the Wellington County OPP responded to a report of a theft at a local bank within Centre Wellington Township, with the two suspects involved, fleeing soon after.

Officers quickly attended the area, located the two suspects involved, and placed them under arrest.

As a result of the investigation,

Sasha POPISAN BRAVO, a 24-year-old from Bradford was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Theft of credit card
  • Use of credit card
  • Fraud under $5000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 (two counts)

Dylan CHANCAFE BRAVO, an 18-year-old from Bradford was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Theft of credit card
  • Use of credit card
  • Fraud under $5000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 (two counts)

Both accused were transported to a Nottawasaga OPP detachment in-relation to an ongoing investigation and were held in custody, pending a bail hearing.

The Wellington 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.

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Gerald RENNIE Was Arrested

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint for a possible impaired driver in Centre Wellington Township.

On August 23, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP made patrols and located the vehicle on Wellington Road 21, where a traffic stop was conducted. 

As a result of the investigation, Gerald RENNIE, a 67-year-old from Elora, was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous Operation

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

The accused is set to appear on September 26, 2025, at the Guelph Ontario Court of Justice to answer to the charges.

The Wellington County OPP would like to thank the public for their call/assistance in keeping our streets safe.

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. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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29 Year Old Deceased After Jumping Off Bridge

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – One person has died following a drowning incident that occurred on the Grand River in Elora.

On August 24, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with local Paramedic and Fire services, responded to a report of a lost individual in the Grand River.

The individual jumped off the Bissell Park bridge into the Grand River and did not resurface. Local emergency services entered the Grand River and located the individual.

A 29-year-old from Brampton was pronounced deceased at the scene. The victim’s identity will not be released out of respect for the privacy of the family.

The Office of the Chief Coroner & Ontario Forensic Pathology Service attended the scene and deemed this incident as non-suspicious.

Wellington County OPP would like to thank all members of the public and emergency responders who provided assistance.

The Wellington County 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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27 Year Old Arrested For Impaired Driving In Fergus

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – On August 18, 2025, at approximately 11:15 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) check along Orangeville Road in Fergus.

A vehicle entered the area where police then spoke with the driver. The investigating officer detected signs of impairment. The driver was arrested and transported for further testing.

John Fair, 27 years-old, of Floradale, was charged with:

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

As a result, 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 – Guelph, on September 2, 2025.

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$240 Fine For 12 Year Old With No Seatbelt

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver is facing a costly charge stemming from a traffic stop at a RIDE program.

On August 13, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Orangeville Road in Fergus.

During the initiative, a 45-year-old from Regina, Saskatchewan, was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with the following offence after their 12-year-old child was found to not be wearing their seatbelt:

  • Drive while passenger under 16 fails to properly wear a seat belt

This charge is accompanied by a $240 fine.

The Wellington County OPP are urging drivers and passengers to buckle up. Wearing a seat belt is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself from serious injury or death in the event of a collision.

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.

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also 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.

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Amanda MURDOCK – Impaired Operation

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – A driver is facing several charges after Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle travelling at high rates of speed near Salem.

On July 24, 2025, at approximately 11:20 p.m., a member of the Wellington County OPP was monitoring traffic on Wellington Road 7 north of Salem in the Township of Centre Wellington. 

At this time, the officer observed a vehicle travelling well above the posted speed limit. A traffic stop was initiated and as a result of investigation, Amanda MURDOCK, 34-years-old from Cambridge, has been charged with:

  •   Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  •  Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  •  Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  •  Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt contrary to the Highway Traffic Act

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph, on August 8, 2025.

*Anyone charged with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt receives a 14-day impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension as per statute.

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Kyle RAMOS – Drunk Driving

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – On July 23, 2025, at approximately 11:45 p.m., officers from the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Wellington Road 18 in Aboyne.

During the operation, officers observed a vehicle entered the RIDE program. 

As a result of the investigation, Kyle RAMOS 37-year-old of Fergus, was charged with:

– Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus contrary to the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on August 8, 2025.

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. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Robert GARLAND Was Arrested – Details Released

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge an Acton resident with two criminal charges stemming from a traffic complaint.

On July 13, 2025, at approximately 5:15 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were conducting proactive traffic enforcement when a traffic complaint came in, informing officers of a motor vehicle displaying signs of impaired driving. Officers quickly attended to the area, located the motor vehicle in question, and performed a traffic stop on Sixth Line within Centre Wellington Township.

As a result of the investigation, Robert GARLAND, a 40-year-old of Acton is 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 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 – Guelph on July 22, 2025.

The Wellington County OPP would like to thank the public for their call / assistance in keeping our streets safe.

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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2 Sent To Hospital – Katlyn MACCANDLESS Arrested

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Fergus resident with two criminal charges, stemming from a motor vehicle collision.

On July 8, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP, alongside local emergency responders were notified of a single motor vehicle, containing two occupants, landing into a nearby ditch on First Line within Elora. 

Both occupants were extracted from the motor vehicle and transported to local hospital with minor, non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Katlyn MACCANDLESS, a 32-year-old of Fergus is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • 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 – Guelph on July 25, 2025.

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.

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18 Year Old Arrested – Flight From Police, Etc.

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges two individuals with five charges, stemming from an attempted traffic stop.

On July 7, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a traffic enforcement initiative and observed a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed, to which a traffic stop was attempted to be initiated on Wellington Road 26 within Centre Wellington Township. Once the traffic stop was signaled, the motor vehicle failed to stop and instead fled the area, prompting an investigation.

As a result of the investigation, Paddy OSHEA,18-years-old, resident of Ireland, was charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Flight from peace officer
  • Dangerous operation
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

Additionally, Layla CASH, 23-years-old, resident of the United Kingdom, was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Obstruct Peace officer

The motor vehicle involved was impounded, and both accused were held in custody, pending a bail hearing.

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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Eric WAGENKNECHT – Drive While Suspended, Etc.

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – A traffic-stop results in an impaired driver being arrested and charged with three offences.

On June 14, 2025, at approximately 3:15 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were performing a proactive traffic enforcement initiative, which resulted in a traffic stop being conducted on Wellington Road 7 within Elora.

As a result of the investigation, Eric WAGENKNECHT, a 29-year-old of Tavistock is charged under the Criminal Code, and the Highway Traffic Act with:

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

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 – Guelph on June 27, 2025.

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.

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime.

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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Fatal Collision

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – A collision in Centre Wellington has resulted in the death of one individual.

On June 10, 2025, at approximately 8:30 a.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), alongside local emergency services responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Sideroad 11, just west of Elora.

It was described that a dump truck collided into a nearby hydro pole. As a result, Hydro services were also dispatched to the scene.

As a result, the driver, a 63-year-old resident of Waterloo, was pronounced deceased at scene.

Sideroad 11 between Eighth Line West and Arthur Street North are closed as a result of the investigation. Time of reopening is unknown at this time.

The identity of the deceased individual will not be released out of respect for the family’s privacy.

The OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team are assisting Wellington County OPP with the investigation.

The cause of the collision remains under investigation by the Wellington County OPP.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or has information, such as dashcam footage, that could assist with this ongoing investigation is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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

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Do You Recognize These Robbery Suspects?

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – On June 5, 2025, at approximately 5:20 p.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a reported robbery at a LCBO store on Parkside Drive, Fergus.

It was reported that two suspects had entered the business and stole an undisclosed amount of alcohol.  One of the suspects entered the store brandishing a weapon described as an expandable baton. The suspects were last observed entering a black Nissan Rogue which fled northbound on Highway 6.  The vehicle had attached Ontario licence plates CVDM927, which have been reported stolen.

There were no reported injuries.

The first suspect is described as, male, dark complexion, small build, brown eyes, black short hair, black facial hair, and a scar on upper lip.

Clothing: Black hat with yellow Dewalt logo, a pink shirt, green cargo shorts, green coloured puffer jacket, and navy-blue running shoes.

The second suspect is described as, male, dark complexion, small build, brown eyes, black hair, beard

Clothing Description: vertical grey and white striped shirt, black hat with White logo for Brixton MFG. Co., Greek camo cargo

shorts, and black shoes.

Police believe that the suspects are also responsible for a robbery at the same location on May 22, 2025, as well as several similar incidents in other jurisdictions.

Anyone with any information about this occurrence is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous; you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Armed Robbery – Suspects At Large

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On May 22, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a reported robbery at a LCBO store on Parkside Drive, Fergus. It was reported that two suspects had entered the business and stole an undisclosed amount of alcohol.  During the robbery, one of the suspects brandished a weapon before fleeing. The suspects were last observed entering a black Nissan Rogue which fled northbound on Highway 6.

There were no reported injuries.

The first suspect is described as, male, dark complexion, approximately 20-30 years-old, thin build, approximately 5’5”, 120 lbs, brown eyes, black hair, black facial hair.

Clothing: GAP Athletics brown hoodie with the hood up, grey athletic track pants with white stripes down the sides and white and black

running shoes, black baseball cap worn with the brim forward, and a white medical mask.

The second suspect is described as, male, dark complexion, approximately 20 to 30 years-old, thin build, approximately 5’5”, 120 lbs, brown eyes, black hair, beard

Clothing Description: brown Balenciaga hoodie with the hood down, grey athletic pants with a red logo on the left thigh and Nike air on leg near the ankle, black baseball cap with a grey logo on backwards, blue athletic shoes with gum-coloured soles, black backpack with red camo straps.

Anyone with any information about this occurrence is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous; you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Onkar SINGH Was Arrested In Fergus

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – On May 21, 2025, at approximately 7:45 p.m., Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle that was observed on Tower Street South in Fergus.

As a result of the investigation, Onkar SINGH, 50-years-old of Fergus, was charged with:

·      Operation While Impaired – alcohol and drug

·      Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) contrary to the Criminal Code

·      Having care and control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on June 6, 2025.

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. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.