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Centre Of Wellington Guelph OPP Police Press Releases

Nicola DICKSON – Impaired Driving

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Guelph driver has been arrested after going through a Festive RIDE Program in Fergus.

On December 3, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Traffic Management Unit (TMU) were conducting a Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) Program at Orangeville Road and Scotland Street in Fergus, when they suspected an individual to be behind the wheel while impaired.

As a result of the investigation, Nicola DICKSON, a 56-year-old from Guelph, is charged under the Criminal Code, Cannabis Control Act and theTobacco Tax Act with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Have care or control of a vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
  • Possess unmarked cigarettes

The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on January 6, 2025.

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

The Wellington County OPP remains committed to protecting Wellington Roads from alcohol and drug impaired drivers. Wellington County community members are encouraged to do their part this season – never drive after drinking or using drugs, and step in if someone else is about to get behind the wheel while impaired.

If you suspect an impaired driver, call 9-1-1. It could save a life.

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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Area OPP Centre Of Wellington Police Press Releases

Yusuf LIBAN Arrested After Erratic Behaviour

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Kitchener driver is arrested following a traffic stop for erratic driving behaviour.

On November 22, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop after observing erratic driving behavior on Jones Baseline outside of Fergus. Police located a quantity of drugs within the vehicle. 

As a result of the investigation, Yusuf LIBAN, a 30-year-old from Kitchener, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – opioid (other than heroin)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 2, 2026.

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

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. 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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Centre Of Wellington

Listowel Resident Arrested In Fergus

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Listowel resident criminally, stemming from a public driving complaint.

On October 26, 2025, at approximately 4:00 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 St David Street within Fergus.

As a result of the investigation, Rebecca MOORE, a 35-year-old of Listowel is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Failure to comply with undertaking
  • Operation while prohibited under the criminal code
  • Driving while under suspension

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 45-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on November 28, 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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Area OPP Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

82 Year Old Runs Stop Sign Sending Innocent Pedestrian to Hospital

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – Charges have been laid against a driver following a collision involving a pedestrian. 

On October 16, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), responded to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Garafraxa Street East and Cameron Street in Fergus. During the collision, a pedestrian was also struck.

The vehicle occupants did not sustain any injuries, and the pedestrian was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, an 82-year-old from Brantford, is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Disobey stop sign – fail to stop

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Provincial Offences Court – Guelph on a later date.

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 remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Area OPP Centre Of Wellington OPP

14 Year Old Armed Robber Arrested

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – A local teen is facing robbery charges following an incident in Fergus. 

On October 15, 2025, at approximately 11:30 a.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), responded to a report of a robbery at knifepoint in a parking lot on Tower Street in Fergus.

Three youth victims did not sustain any reported injuries.

As a result of the investigation, a 14-year-old from Alma, was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Armed Robbery
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Uttering Threats – cause death or bodily harm

The accused, whose identity is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph at a later date.

If you have any information regarding this incident, please call the Wellington OPP at 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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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases Toronto

53 Year Old Arrested After Ditch Incident

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Toronto resident is facing impaired charges after their vehicle was found in an Erin ditch.

On October 14, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a vehicle in a ditch on Third Line in Erin. Upon arrival, police located the driver who they suspected to be impaired.

As a result of the investigation, Gabriel TERAN, a 53-year-old from Toronto, was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on October 31, 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.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Intersection Closed at Highway 6 and Wellington Road 22

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – Three vehicle collision closes intersection of Highway 6 and Wellington Road 22.

On October 13, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the Wellington County OPP, alongside local emergency response, were dispatched and currently on scene with a collision involving approximately three vehicles at the intersection of Highway 6 and Wellington Road 22 within Centre Wellington Township.

There are reports of various injuries, with occupants being sent to hospital, and one being sent to a trauma centre via air ambulance.

At this time, the number of occupants injured or involved, are currently being established.

This is still an active investigation, but early reports indicate that of the reported injuries, all were deemed as non-life-threatening or altering.

As a result of the collision, these are the following road closures from the intersection:

– (North/South) Highway 6 was closed from 6th line to Wellington Road 51.

– (East) Wellington Road 22 was closed from Highway 6 to Campbell Road.

– (West) 8th line was closed from Highway 6 to Sideroad 6 South.

The entire intersection is closed, but efforts are currently underway to reopen the intersection as soon as possible, once all vehicles involved are removed and cleanup is complete.

Information will be provided when available. The investigation is still ongoing.

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.

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Area OPP Centre Of Wellington Clinton OPP Police Press Releases

Clinton Resident Arrested In Fergus – Details Released

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person with impaired driving following a proactive traffic stop.

On October 5, 2025, shortly after 12:00 a.m., a member of the Wellington OPP, was conducting proactive patrol near local bars within Fergus and located a suspected impaired individual getting into their vehicle, which prompted a traffic stop.

As a result of the investigation, a 61-year-old from Clinton, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph at a later date.

The identity of the accused will not be disclosed out of concern for their wellbeing.

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 remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Area OPP Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Bryan RUNSTADTLER Facing Numerous Charges

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges local resident with 10 charges, stemming from an impaired driving investigation.

On September 29, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the Wellington County OPP were conducting a proactive traffic enforcement initiative, when a motor vehicle was observed parked on the side of the road of Wellington Road 29, Centre Wellington Township, with their turn signal on, and the driver slumped over.

As a result of the investigation, Bryan RUNSTADTLER, a 57-year-old of Guelph-Eramosa Township, is charged under the Criminal Code, the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act, and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – Other drugs
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5,000
  • Driving while under suspension (four counts)
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle

Additionally, the accused was wanted by a neighbouring police service and was turned over on their charges, and ultimately held in police custody, pending a bail hearing.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 45-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on November 7, 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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Centre Of Wellington Fergus OPP Police Press Releases

School Bus Vs Parked Car Collision – 30 Children On Bus, 73 Year Old Charged

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-motor vehicle collision, involving a school bus and a parked vehicle.

On September 23, 2025, at approximately 8:45 a.m., the Wellington County OPP responded to a report of a school bus colliding into a parked vehicle on Black Street, within Fergus.

There were approximately 30 children on the school bus, no injuries were reported. The parked vehicle was unoccupied.

As a result of the investigation, a 73-year-old of Fergus is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Change lane – not in safety.

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.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Orton Police Press Releases

2 Children Sent To Hospital Following Collision

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) respond to a two-motor vehicle collision on Wellington Road 26.

On September 21, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., the Wellington County OPP, alongside local emergency services, responded to a report of a two-motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Wellington Road 26 and Erin Garafraxa Townline within Centre Wellington Township, involving a pick-up truck and a sports utility vehicle (SUV).

Two children within the SUV were taken to hospital as a precaution, but no injuries were reported at the scene.

As a result of the investigation, a 32-year-old of Orton, is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Careless Driving.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Guelph, at a later date.

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.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases Wellington

63 Year Old Arrested – Details Released

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Orangeville resident with several provincial offences.

On September 18, 2025, at approximately 11:45 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP Traffic Management Unit were performing a proactive traffic enforcement initiative, which resulted in a traffic stop being conducted on Albert Street West within Fergus.

As a result of the investigation, a 63-year-old from Orangeville is charged under the Highway Traffic Act and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

  • Disobey stop sign – fail to stop
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner
  • Drive motor vehicle, no permit

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Guelph at a later date.

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.

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Centre Of Wellington Guelph OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

18 Year Old Has Vehicle Impounded After Incident Outside Busy School

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Guelph resident with stunt driving, going almost double the posted speed limit outside of a local busy school.

On September 13, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a proactive traffic enforcement initiative and observed a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed, to which a traffic stop was initiated on Scotland Street within Fergus.

As a result of the investigation, an 18-year-old of Guelph is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Speeding 1 – 49 km/h over posted limit
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt

Anyone charged with ‘drive motor vehicle – perform stunt’ receives a 14-day impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the provincial offences court – Guelph, at a later date

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Area OPP Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Another Victim Hands Over Banking Info To Stranger, Then Gets Defrauded #CrimeDoesPay

(CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – A local resident is out $5,000 following a phone call with their “bank”.

On September 17, 2025, at approximately 9:45 a.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report from a member of the public that was defrauded through a phone call.

The victim received a phone call from an unknown person, claiming to be an employee of their banking company, suggesting there had been suspicious activity on their account. Trusting the person, the victim provided their banking details. The following day, $5,000 was withdrawn from their account.

The Wellington County OPP encourages the public to stay alert and educated to reduce the risk of being a victim of fraud. If you receive an unsolicited phone call or message, asking for personal information (name, birthday, address, phone number, bank information, SIN number) or payment via gift cards for a product, do not provide the information and hang-up the phone and block the phone number.

Warning signs to look out for when receiving unsolicited messages include: Emails, text-messages or phone calls sent at odd times of the night, creating a false sense of urgency, spelling errors, lack of punctuation or capitals in sentences, automated messages, random links or attachments, and generic business or company names.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

Police Seize All “Weapons” From Home Claiming Resident Touched/Brandished A Replica #PoliceGoneMental

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a local resident criminally with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

On September 8, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the Wellington County OPP, alongside the OPP West Region Emergency Response Team and the OPP Canine Unit, attended a home in Fergus to assist a neighbouring police service in arresting an individual on their behalf.

Upon arrival, the individual temporarily barricaded themselves inside their residence and brandished a replica sword to police. The accused eventually surrendered without incident and was cooperative with police. For public safety, the replica swords, a replica gun (air gun) and knives were seized from the scene.

The individual was then brought to local hospital for assessment.

On September 17, 2025, when the individual was released from hospital, they were then arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice-Guelph on October 21, 2025.

The accused’s name is being withheld, out of concern for their well being.

The OPP would like to remind the public that the use of replica weapons to commit crimes can lead to serious consequences because they’re considered to be weapons under the Criminal Code if they’re to threaten, intimidate or commit an offence. Anyone who uses a replica weapon to commit a crime could face the same penalties under the Criminal Code as someone who uses a regular weapon.