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Amaranth Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Tyler Murdoch – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an Amaranth resident with impaired operation-related offences. The OPP reminds the public that impaired driving is unacceptable and poses a serious risk to everyone on the road.

On January 17, 2026, just before 8:30 p.m., Dufferin OPP received a traffic complaint regarding a possible impaired driver. Officers located the individual on Station Street in the Township of Amaranth, conducted a traffic stop, and initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Tyler Murdoch, a 48-year-old male from Amaranth, has been charged with:

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

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Dufferin OPP SHELBURNE

Ankitkumar PATEL – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged several individuals with impaired operation-related offences following multiple incidents across Dufferin County.

On January 6, 2026, shortly before 9:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a report of a motor vehicle collision that had occurred earlier that evening. Both drivers involved attended the Orangeville Detachment to speak with officers. After speaking with both drivers, officers observed signs of impairment during their interaction with one of the drivers and subsequently initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Ankitkumar PATEL, a 38-year-old male from Shelburne, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

On January 9, 2026, just before 7:45 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a traffic complaint in the area of County Road 109 in the Township of East Garafraxa. Officers conducted patrols in the area and subsequently located the vehicle on Riddell Road in the Town of Orangeville. A traffic stop was initiated, and following a brief interaction with the driver, officers commenced an impaired driving investigation.

Kuljit SAHOTA, a 39-year-old male from Brampton, has been charged with the following offences:

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

On January 12, 2026, shortly after 3:15 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers were dispatched to the area of Broadway in response to a report of a motor vehicle collision that had occurred in a parking lot. Upon arrival, officers were informed that the other driver was possibly impaired by alcohol. Following an interaction with the driver, officers initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Dylan LAFLEUR, a 24-year-old male from Guelph, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. As a result of the incidents, the drivers’ licences were suspended for 90 days, and the vehicles were impounded for seven days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead if consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, taxi, rideshare service, public transit, or arrange to stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair judgment and reaction time. In a split second, impaired driving can result in life-altering consequences for yourself and others.

Members of the Dufferin OPP remain committed to public safety through proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. To report suspected unlawful activity, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Andrew BADRINARAYAN Was Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has executed a search warrant at a residence in the Township of Amaranth, resulting in the arrest of an individual believed to be responsible for five separate break and enter investigations, along with related fraud investigations.

From December 2025 into early January 2026, Dufferin OPP investigated these break and enter and fraud incidents in and around the Town of Shelburne. Members of the Dufferin OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), in collaboration with uniform officers, initially identified and arrested the individual in connection with two of the break and enter incidents. Further investigation linked the same individual to the remaining incidents.

On January 10, 2026, members of the Dufferin OPP CSCU executed the warrant at the Township of Amaranth residence and arrested the individual believed to be responsible for all five incidents.

As a result of the investigation, Andrew BADRINARAYAN, a 40-year-old male from Amaranth, has been charged with the following offences:

1.   Break and enter a place to commit an indictable offence (five counts)

2.   Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 (in Canada) (two counts)

3.   Possession of break-in instruments

4.   Theft of credit card

5.   Use of credit card (two counts)

6.   Theft under $5,000 (two counts)

The following items were seized:

1.   Stolen cash register from a pharmacy break and enter

2.   Stolen lottery tickets

3.   Clothing worn during the offence(s)

The accused was held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville.

The Dufferin OPP remind residents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity. Anyone with information, dash camera footage, or security video related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Dufferin OPP.

Members of the Dufferin OPP remain committed to public safety through proactive and innovative policing in partnership with the community.

Anyone with information regarding this incident or other suspected unlawful activity is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Andrew BADHRUBARAYAN – Break & Enter

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an Amaranth resident with break and enter, along with additional offences, following an investigation.

On January 8, 2026, shortly after 2:30 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were dispatched to the area of First Avenue and Jelly Street in the Town of Shelburne in response to a commercial alarm at a retail store. The complainant reported that a lone suspect had used a hammer to gain entry to the store and provided a description of the individual.

Due to a quick response, a keen-eyed officer observed an individual matching the suspect description walking along a roadway near the scene. Police were able to identify the individual, resulting in a break and enter investigation.

Later that morning, Dufferin OPP received another call for service regarding a separate break and enter that had occurred earlier but was discovered hours after the initial incident. This second break and enter took place at a law office on Owen Sound Street in the Town of Shelburne.

As a result of the investigation, Andrew BADHRUBARAYAN, a 40-year-old male from Amaranth, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Break and enter a place to commit an indictable offence (two counts)
  • Possession of break-in instruments

The accused was held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville.

The Dufferin OPP remind residents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity. Anyone with information, dash camera footage, or security video related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Dufferin OPP.

Members of the Dufferin OPP remain committed to public safety through proactive and innovative policing in partnership with the community.

Anyone with information regarding this incident or other suspected unlawful activity is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Amaranth Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Andrew BADHRUBARAYAN – Break & Enter

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an Amaranth resident with break and enter, along with additional offences, following an investigation.

On January 8, 2026, shortly after 2:30 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were dispatched to the area of First Avenue and Jelly Street in the Town of Shelburne in response to a commercial alarm at a retail store. The complainant reported that a lone suspect had used a hammer to gain entry to the store and provided a description of the individual.

Due to the quick response, a keen-eyed officer observed an individual matching the suspect description walking along the roadway near the scene. Police were able to identify the individual, resulting in a break and enter investigation.

As a result of the investigation, Andrew BADHRUBARAYAN, a 40-year-old male from Amaranth, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Break and enter a place to commit an indictable offence
  • Possession of break-in instruments

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville at a later date.

The Dufferin OPP remind residents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity. Anyone with information, dash camera footage, or security video related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Dufferin OPP.

Members of the Dufferin OPP remain committed to public safety through proactive and innovative policing in partnership with the community.

Anyone with information regarding this incident or other suspected unlawful activity is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Dufferin Melancthon OPP Police Press Releases

Sukhwinder DHUGA Was Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a driver following an incident involving a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) stop in the Town of Shelburne.

On January 5, 2026, shortly after 2:00 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting a RIDE program on Highway 10 at Col. Phillips Drive in the Town of Shelburne when a vehicle failed to stop and fled the area. The vehicle was subsequently located and stopped by police.

Sukhwinder DHUGA, a 44-year-old male from Melancthon, has been charged with the following offences:

• Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code (two counts)

• Fail to surrender suspended, revoked, or cancelled licence

• Fail to surrender insurance card

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. As a result of the incident, the driver’s licence will continue to be suspended, and the vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead if consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, taxi, rideshare service, public transit, or arrange to stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair judgment and reaction time. In a split second, impaired driving can result in life-altering consequences for yourself and others.

Members of the Dufferin OPP remain committed to public safety through proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. To report suspected unlawful activity, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Even More Impaired Drivers

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged several individuals with impaired operation-related offences following multiple incidents across Dufferin County.

On December 24, 2025, shortly before 2:30 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a report of a suspicious vehicle in the area of Anishinaabe Drive in the Town of Shelburne. Officers attended the location and located the vehicle shortly thereafter. A traffic stop was conducted, and following an interaction with the driver, officers initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Avinash SHIVRATAN, a 27-year-old male from Orangeville, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

On December 25, 2025, just after 11:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. spot check in the area of Broadway in the Town of Orangeville. A vehicle entered the checkpoint and, following a brief interaction with officers, an impaired driving investigation was initiated.

Robert FISHER, a 53-year-old male from Dundalk, has been charged with the following offences:

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

On December 28, 2025, shortly after 4:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers were dispatched to the area of County Road 16 in the Town of Mono for a vehicle in the ditch. Officers attended the location and, while speaking with the driver, initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Michael PAQUETE, a 31-year-old male from Orangeville, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving a motor vehicle with an open container of liquor

On December 31, 2025, just before 6:45 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting general patrol when they observed a vehicle travelling in the wrong lane and in the wrong direction on Highway 89 in the Township of Melancthon. Officers conducted a traffic stop and spoke with the driver. As a result of the interaction, officers initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Ramanan NADESU, a 44-year-old male from Shelburne, has been charged with the following offence:

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

On January 3, 2026, just after 11:30 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were dispatched to the area of East-West Garafraxa Townline for a report of a vehicle in the ditch. Officers attended the scene and spoke with the driver. As a result of the interaction, officers initiated an impaired driving investigation.

David MORRIS, a 58-year-old male from Guelph, has been charged with the following offence:

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

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. As a result of the incident, the driver’s licences were suspended for 90 days, and the vehicles were impounded for seven days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead if consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, taxi, rideshare service, public transit, or arrange to stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair judgment and reaction time. In a split second, impaired driving can result in life-altering consequences for yourself and others.

Members of the Dufferin OPP remain committed to public safety through proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. To report suspected unlawful activity, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Dufferin North Bay OPP Police Press Releases

Ashiraf LUKABWE Was Arrested

(NORTH BAY, ON) – The North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired driving and multiple other offences after the vehicle failed to stop for police on two occasions along Highway 11 between Burk’s Falls and North Bay.

On Friday, December 26, 2025, at approximately 8:20 a.m., officers attempted to stop a vehicle on Highway 11 in Burk’s Falls for a Highway Traffic Act offence. The driver did not stop. A second attempt was made in South River, but the vehicle continued northbound. The North Bay OPP successfully stopped the vehicle just south of North Bay on Highway 11.

Officers determined the driver had consumed alcohol. The individual was arrested and transported to the North Bay OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Ashiraf LUKABWE, 27 years of age, of Dufferin, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·        Flight from peace officer – two counts

·        Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 20, 2026, in North Bay. Additionally, they received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Brampton Dufferin Police Press Releases

Jobanpreet DHALIWAL – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Brampton resident with impaired operation-related offences following a traffic complaint.

On December 20, 2025, shortly before 3:30 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a traffic complaint involving a vehicle reportedly doing donuts in the area of Gooseberry Street in the Town of Orangeville. Upon arrival, officers located the vehicle in a ditch. After speaking with the driver, officers initiated an impaired driving investigation as a result of the interaction.

Jobanpreet DHALIWAL, a 20-year-old male from Brampton, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • CC 320.14(1)(a) Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available
  • Young driver – B.A.C. above zero
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero
  • Drive motor vehicle – Perform stunt

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. As a result of the incident, the individual’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead if consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, taxi, rideshare service, public transit, or arrange to stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair judgment and reaction time. In a split second, impaired driving can result in life-altering consequences for yourself and others.

Members of the Dufferin OPP remain committed to public safety through proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. To report suspected unlawful activity, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Dufferin Oakville OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – TURNER, FREEMAN & JANTZEN

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed search warrants at three locations in the Town of Orangeville and the City of Oakville, resulting in the arrest of three individuals. During the operation, police seized a quantity of stolen items, including a loaded handgun, ammunition, multiple knives, a crossbow, an expandable baton, along with cocaine, fentanyl, oxycodone, vehicles, and cash.

In the fall of 2025, Dufferin OPP initiated a drug trafficking investigation. On December 17, 2025, the Dufferin OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Caledon CSCU, Nottawasaga CSCU, Collingwood CSCU, Huronia West CSCU, Dufferin A Platoon, and the Halton Regional Police Tactical Response Unit (TRU) and K9 Unit, executed the search warrants. The operation resulted in the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of the following items:

Marvin TURNER, 34-year-old male, from Oakville, has been charged with:

• Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

• Possession of Fentanyl for the Purpose of Trafficking

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

• Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm

• Knowing Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

• Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm

• Careless Storage of a Firearm, Prohibited Device, or Ammunition (×3)

• Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition for a Dangerous Purpose (×3)

• Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition (×2)

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (Other Than Heroin)

• Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon (×2)

• Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to a Prohibition Order

Alexandria FREEMAN, 27-year-old female, from Oakville, has been charged with:

• Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

• Possession of Fentanyl for the Purpose of Trafficking

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

• Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm

• Knowing Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

• Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm

• Careless Storage of a Firearm, Prohibited Device, or Ammunition (×3)

• Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition for a Dangerous Purpose (×3)

• Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition (×2)

David JANTZEN, 50-year-old male, from Orangeville, has been charged with:

• Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

• Possession of Oxycodone for the Purpose of Trafficking

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

The following items were seized:

• Glock 26 handgun (loaded, with serial number scratched off/removed)

• Two extended prohibited magazines (loaded with 9mm ammunition)

• Two spring-loaded knives

• Expandable baton

• Crossbow

• 14.1 grams of cocaine

• 10.4 grams of fentanyl

• 25 oxycodone pills

• 1,100 grams of UK cutting agent

• Drug trafficking indicia

• Bulk bundled Canadian currency

• Rolex watch (seized as proceeds of crime)

• 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee seized as offence-related property ($35,000)

• 2021 BMW X3 seized as offence-related property ($40,000)

Please continue to report any suspicious activity in your local area. Community awareness and timely reporting play a critical role in helping police prevent crime and keep our neighbourhoods safe.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Dufferin OPP.

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Dufferin Dundalk OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases SHELBURNE

5 More Impaired Drivers Arrested – OMILEYE, BOATENG, PERSAUD, FAIRHALL & COHEN

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged five local residents with impaired-operation-related offences over the past six days. The OPP is reminding the public that this is unacceptable driving behaviour and poses serious risks to everyone on the road.

On December 6, 2025, just before 2:15 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a complaint regarding a suspicious vehicle in the area of Princess Street in the Town of Orangeville. Officers were able to locate the vehicle, conduct a traffic stop, and subsequently initiate an impaired driving investigation.

Sijuade OMILEYE, a 29-year-old male from Orangeville, has been charged with:

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

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

On December 7, 2025, just before 1:00 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting traffic enforcement in the area of Mono-Amaranth Townline and 30 Sideroad in the Town of Mono. Officers conducted a traffic stop and subsequently initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Maxwell BOATENG, a 42-year-old male from Shelburne, has been charged with:

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

On December 7, 2025, just before 2:00 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were dispatched to a single-vehicle collision near Highway 10 and County Road 10 in the Town of Mono, where the vehicle had ended up in a ditch and the driver was found asleep behind the wheel. Officers subsequently launched an impaired driving investigation.

Umadat PERSAUD, a 34-year-old male from Dundalk, has been charged with:

• Failure or refusal to comply with demand

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

• Use plate not authorized for vehicle

• Possess more than one licence

• Use plate not in accordance with regulations

• Obstruct peace officer

• Fail to surrender insurance card

• Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

• Careless driving

On December 8, 2025, just before 6:15 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers were dispatched to a two-vehicle collision at 2nd Line Southwest and the 280 Sideroad in the Township of Melancthon. Upon arrival, officers observed three vehicles in the ditch. After speaking with the drivers, officers launched an impaired driving investigation.

Joshua FAIRHALL, a 42-year-old male from Shelburne, has been charged with:

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

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

On December 11, 2025, just before 11:30 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were dispatched to a single-motor-vehicle collision in which a vehicle had collided with a snowbank in the area of Jane Street and Owen Sound Street in the Town of Shelburne. Upon arrival and after speaking with the driver, officers launched an impaired driving investigation.

Nash COHEN, a 55-year-old male from Shelburne, has been charged with:

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

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Dufferin Dundalk Police Press Releases

Ikenna MGBEZE – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Dundalk resident with impaired operation-related offences following a traffic complaint.

On December 6, 2025, just before 3:00 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a complaint about a possible impaired driver in the area of Highway 10 in the Township of Melancthon. Officers were able to locate the vehicle, conduct a traffic stop, and subsequently initiate an impaired driving investigation.

Ikenna MGBEZE, a 40-year-old male, from Dundalk has been charged with:

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

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Pratheeb UTHAYAKUMAR Was Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Shelburne resident with impaired operation-related offences following a motor vehicle collision (MVC).

On November 29, 2025, just before 10:30 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a two-vehicle collision in the area of County Road 11 and 5 Sideroad in the Township of Amaranth.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with the drivers, who were being assessed by paramedics, and subsequently initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Pratheeb UTHAYAKUMAR, a 36-year-old male, from Shelburne has been charged with:

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

•      Dangerous operation

•      Pass on right – not in safety

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Dufferin Melancthon Police Press Releases

Arie GREYDANUS – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Melancthon resident with impaired operation-related offences after failing to stop at a stop sign.

On December 6, 2025, just after 1:00 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting traffic enforcement in the area of 2nd Line SW and 250 Sideroad in the Township of Melancthon when they observed a vehicle fail to stop at the stop sign. Officers conducted a traffic stop and subsequently initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Arie GREYDANUS, a 60-year-old male, from Melancthon has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

•      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

•      Fail to surrender insurance card

•      Disobey stop sign – fail to stop

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Joshua REID Arrested Following Hit & Run

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Dundalk resident with impaired operation-related offences following a single motor vehicle collision.

On November 26, 2025, at approximately 11:33 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a single-vehicle collision in the area of Orange Street and Chisholm Street in the Town of Orangeville. The vehicle had lost control, struck a tree, and became lodged on a stump. The driver and passenger fled the scene on foot, running toward a nearby housing complex.

Officers arrived promptly, secured the scene, and began an investigation. After speaking with witnesses, officers were quickly guided toward an impaired driving investigation.

Joshua REID, a 20-year-old male, from Dundalk has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

•      Fail to remain

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.