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Douro-Dummer OPP Peterborough Police Press Releases

Robert COUSINS – Impaired Driving

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after receiving a traffic complaint.

On Friday September 19, 2025, shortly after 5:30pm, Peterborough County OPP officers received a complaint of a vehicle driving erratically on South Street in Douro-Dummer Township. Officers located the vehicle and upon speaking with the driver, determined them to be impaired. The driver was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Robert COUSINS (age 52) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with;

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused had their driver’s licence further suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

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

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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David MINTZ – Assault With Weapon, Threats

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON)- The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested an individual after attending a Douro-Dummer residence for a disturbance.

On Thursday July 10, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., members of the OPP Peterborough County Detachment received a report of an assault on Maryvale Road in Douro-Dummer Township. The caller advised that an individual from another unit in the building became enraged when asked to move some belongings from a common area. The caller stated that the accused followed the victim out of the residence with a weapon in hand attempting to strike them and then causing damage to a vehicle.

Peterborough County OPP officers attended and after speaking with all parties, one individual was arrested.

David MINTZ (age 34) of Douro-Dummer, ON., was arrested and charged with:

  • Assault
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm
  • Mischief under $5,000

The accused was held for Bail appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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29 Year Old Arrested Following Hit & Run

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual with impaired driving after receiving a call regarding a single vehicle collision.

On May 17, 2025, shortly after 7:00pm, Peterborough County OPP Officers were dispatched to a report of a collision that took place on County Road 6 in Douro-Dummer Township. Officers were informed that a vehicle had entered the ditch, and another vehicle had arrived and was providing the driver transportation. A description of both the driver and the vehicle were provided.

A short while later, OPP officers located the driver and after a short conversation with them, determined them to be impaired. The driver was at that point arrested.

Mitchell HOLDEN (age 29) of Oakville, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Fail to report accident

·      Fail to remain

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

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on June 24, 2025

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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John MAGNAN Arrested Following Collision

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual with impaired driving after receiving a call regarding a single vehicle collision.

On May 6, 2025, just after 6:30pm, Peterborough County OPP Officers were dispatched to a report of a collision that took place on Nassau Road in Douro-Dummer Township. Upon arrival, officers observed a single vehicle that had rolled over coming to rest on its side. Officers spoke with the driver after having minor injuries assessed by EMS. After a brief conversation, a demand was read to the driver to submit to an Approved Screening Device (ASD) test. The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point the driver was arrested.

John MAGNAN (age 63) of Hamilton – Dundas, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on June 10, 2025

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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18 Year Old Arrested After Hit & Run

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and emergency crews were dispatched to a report of a vehicle that had gone into the Otonabee River.

On Sunday May 4, 2025, at approximately 11:30am, the Peterborough county OPP received a call reporting a vehicle that was submerged in the Otonabee River off County Road 32 in the Douro-Dummer Township. Officers and other first responders attended the scene where a vehicle could be seen submerged in the water. It was quickly determined that there were no occupants in the vehicle.

The registered owner of the vehicle was located safe at their residence along with someone who was identified as the passenger in the vehicle.

The 18-year-old male driver was charged under the Highway Traffic Act;

  • Fail to remain
  • Fail to report accident
  • Careless Driving

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Repeat Offender Branden LANE Arrested Again

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual after receiving information they were breaching their release conditions.

On April 19, 2025, just prior to 6:30am, officers from the Peterborough County OPP received information that an individual currently on release conditions, was out when they shouldn’t be. Officers located the individual on Division Road, riding a motorcycle and attempted to stop vehicle which fled from them. A short while later, the vehicle was located at the side of the road but the driver was not with it.

Officers requested a K-9 unit to be dispatched to assist with locating the individual. Shortly after the search began, the individual in question was located hiding among the trees and officers arrested them.

Branden LANE (age 35) from Havelock, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Dangerous Operation

·      Flight from Peace Officer

·      Fail to comply with Probation Order

·      Operation while Prohibited

·      Failure to comply with Release Order

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·      Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Drive motor vehicle, no plates

·      Drive without proper headlights

·      Drive motor vehicle – improper licence

·      Drive motor vehicle – no permit

·      Operate unsafe vehicle 

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Gregory DAVEY – Impaired Driving

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual with impaired driving after receiving a call regarding a collision.

On March 31, 2025, at approximately 6:00pm, Peterborough County OPP Officers were dispatched to a report of a collision that took place on county Road 4 in Douro-Dummer Township. Upon arrival, officers located a pickup truck with its front end in the ditch. The officer approached the vehicle and observed a lone occupant in the vehicle in the driver’s seat. While speaking with the driver, an open bottle of liquor was observed, and the driver was displaying signs of impairment. The driver was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing resulting in readings over three times the legal limit.

Gregory DAVEY (age 66) of Douro-Dummer Township, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code

The accused had their drivers licence further suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on May 6, 2025

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Chelsea MCLENNAN – Drunk Driving

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual with impaired driving after investigating a vehicle in the ditch.

On March 21, 2025, at approximately 9:45pm, Peterborough County OPP Officers were dispatched to a reported vehicle in the ditch on County Road 40 in Douro-Dummer Township. Officers were told by the caller that the driver exited the vehicle and began asking others for a ride home before walking away from the scene.

Upon arrival, officers located the vehicle and spoke with witnesses who were able to provide a description of the driver. Officers located the driver at a nearby address and upon speaking with the driver, detected the odour of an alcoholic beverage coming from their breath. A demand for an Approved Screening Device (ASD) test was read. The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point the driver was arrested.

Chelsea MCLENNAN (age 31) of Norwood, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Operation while impaired

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 22, 2025

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Darren ROBSON – Theft

(DOURO-DUMMER, ON) – The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made an arrest in relation to alleged misappropriation of funds at a not-for-profit sporting facility.

In February of 2023, the Peterborough County OPP received a call in relation to a possible fraud that had been occurring over an extended period of time at a local not-for-profit sporting establishment in Douro-Dummer Township. Information had been provided with allegations of money collected by the organization from various events, not being able to be accounted for.

After two years, the continued investigation has led to the arrest of one individual.

Darren ROBSON (age 49) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Theft over $5,000

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 1, 2025.

If you have any information that can assist in this investigation, you can contact the Peterborough County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you want to remain anonymous, you can provide information through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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STEWART – Drunk Driving

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after stopping at a R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program.

On January 11, 2025, shortly after 11:00pm, Peterborough County OPP Officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. program on County Road 4 in Douro-Dummer Township. A vehicle entered the R.I.D.E. program and an officer spoke with the driver. After a brief conversation with the driver, the officer determined they were under the influence of alcohol. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.

Olivia STEWART (age 22) of Douro-Dummer Township, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Novice Driver – BAC above zero

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·      Driver – fail to properly wear seat belt

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on February 18, 2025.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Serious Collision Closed Hwy 28

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and emergency crews responded to the scene of a serious single-vehicle motor vehicle collision that occurred on Highway 28 on Thursday night.

Just prior to 8:30pm on December 12, 2024, Peterborough County OPP were dispatched to a serious single-vehicle collision on Highway 28 just north of County Road 33 in Douro-Dummer Township. The call was a result of a ‘crash detection’ function on the driver’s cell phone.

Officers and emergency crews attended the scene and found a pickup truck on its side in the ditch, pinned up against a tree. The vehicle appeared to have been travelling northbound when it left the roadway. Highway 28 was closed between Centre Road and County Road 33. Fire crews worked on extricating the lone occupant of the vehicle.

Once removed from the vehicle, the driver, a 17-year-old male from Selwyn, was transported to a local hospital but was later transported by ORNGE Air to a Toronto trauma centre due to the extent of their injuries.

Roads remained closed for several hours while emergency crews dealt with the collision and police members trained in collision reconstruction, measured and documented the scene. The highway has since been re-opened.

Anyone who may have witnessed or has video/dash camera footage of the collision and has not spoken with police is asked to contact the Peterborough County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Jessica PATERSON Was Arrested Again

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and emergency crews responded to the scene of a two-vehicle motor vehicle collision that occurred on Highway 28 at Strickland Road which led to injuries and charges.

Just prior to 2:30pm on December 3, 2024, Peterborough County OPP received a call reporting a serious two-vehicle collision on Highway 28 and Strickland Road in Douro-Dummer Township. Officers arrived on scene of a two-vehicle head-on collision involving a pickup truck and a transport truck. The pickup was observed in the ditch with one person in the vehicle. Witnesses advised that a second person had been seen exiting the vehicle and walked a short distance away from it.

Officers spoke with the person, who initially was apprehensive and although showed signs of being in a collision, stated they were not in the vehicle. After a brief period of time, the individual changed their story and advised they were currently on conditions not to be with the driver of the pickup. The individual was arrested.

Jessica PATERSON (age 31) of Hamilton, ON., was arrested and charged with:

  • Fail to comply with release order – other than to attend court
  • Fail to comply with Undertaking

The accused was transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment where they were held for Bail.

The driver of the pickup was transported by ORNGE Air to a Toronto trauma centre.

The driver of the transport truck reported no injuries at the time.

Roads remained closed for several hours while emergency crews dealt with the collision and police members trained in collision reconstruction, measured and documented the scene.

Anyone who may have witnessed or has video/dash camera footage of the collision and has not spoken with police is asked to contact the Peterborough County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Branden LANE Was Arrested

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) have made an arrest in relation to a stolen trailer that was recovered while trying to be sold.

On Tuesday October 29, 2024, the Peterborough County OPP CSCU executed a warrant at a property in Douro-Dummer Township. Members of the unit had become aware of a trailer matching the description of one stolen earlier this summer from a business in Selwyn township, listed online for sale. Officers attended the location finding the trailer and confirming it to be the stolen trailer.

Branden LANE (age 34) of Douro-Dummer Twp., ON., was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

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Nicole GRAY Was Arrested Again

(DOURO-DUMMER TWP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual after receiving a report of a possible impaired driver.

On Thursday October 24, 2024, shortly after 7:15pm, Peterborough County OPP

Officers received a report of a possible impaired driver on Television Road. The complainant advised that the vehicle had left the roadway going into the ditch, then drove back onto the road and continued on. A description of the vehicle and the driver was provided to police.

A short while later, officers located a vehicle matching the description that had been provided with what appeared to be recent damage to the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was parked on the lawn of a residence. Officers located the registered owner of the vehicle who also matched the description that had been provided of the driver. After a brief conversation, officers determined that the individual was under the influence of alcohol at which point they were arrested.

Nicole GRAY (age 32) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on November 19, 2024.

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School Bus Collision

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and emergency crews responded to a collision involving a school bus and a minivan on Thursday June 20, 2024.

On Thursday June 20, 2024, at approximately 4:30pm, the Peterborough County OPP were dispatched to a collision at Highway 28 and Centre Road in Douro-Dummer Township. The report was that a school bus and a minivan had collided and that the school bus had rolled on its side. As a precaution, ORNGE Air was tiered, and EMS was dispatched. Passing motorists stopped to assist and it was determined that there were no children on the bus.

The bus had been travelling southbound on Highway 28 when the driver of the minivan, who was westbound on Centre Road, went through the stop sign without coming to a stop causing the bus to collide with it. Both vehicles only had the driver on board.

Only minor injuries were reported.