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Dundalk OPP Police Press Releases

Brandon CRILLY – Drunk Driving

(DUNDALK, ON)- The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Dundalk resident with impaired driving following an early-morning incident in the Township of Southgate.

On February 21, 2026, at approximately 2:57 a.m., officers were dispatched to Werry Avenue in Dundalk after a concerned citizen reported a vehicle stopped in the middle of the roadway with an individual sleeping behind the wheel. Prior to police arrival, the vehicle left the area; however, officers located it shortly afterward in a nearby business parking lot.

Brandon CRILLY, 41-years-old, of Dundalk, was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • 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 was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on April 2, 2026.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Do You Recognize These People Of Interest?

(DUNDALK, ON) – The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fail to remain motor vehicle collision that occurred on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at approximately 10:44 p.m. in the parking lot of a business in Dundalk.

The incident involved a vehicle that reversed into another vehicle occupied by two people, causing damage, and then left the scene. The occupants of the struck vehicle did not sustain any injuries.

Two persons of interest are believed to have been with the vehicle that departed following the collision. Police are seeking assistance from the public to identify these individuals.

If you or anyone you know has information that would assist in this investigation, please call the Grey County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and reference occurrence number E251650147.

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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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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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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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.

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Dufferin Dundalk Melancthon OPP Police Press Releases

Drug & Copper Bust – Names Released

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed search warrants at four locations, including two rural farm properties and a scrap yard located in the northwest part of Dufferin County. During the operation, police seized a quantity of stolen bell copper wire, stolen tools, stolen vehicles, drugs including cocaine and methamphetamine, firearms, and numerous other items. Six individuals were arrested in connection with the incident.

Throughout 2025, copper thefts have been on an upward trend in Dufferin County. The Dufferin OPP initiated an investigation following numerous reported thefts and complaints from the public. On November 19, 2025, the Dufferin OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Caledon CSCU, Grey Bruce CSCU, Nottawasaga CSCU, and Dufferin A and D Platoon, executed the search warrants. The operation resulted in the arrest of six individuals and the seizure of the following items:

Samiullah KHAN, 40-year-old male, from Melancthon has been charged with:

•      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada X 2

•      Trafficking in Stolen Goods over $5,000 (incl. possession with intent to traffic)

•      Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition

Gordon WINSLOW, 33-year-old male, from Melancthon has been charged with:

•      Trafficking in Stolen Goods over $5,000 (incl. possession with intent to traffic)

•      Mischief Endangering Life

•      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada X 5

•      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

Tracey JOHNSTON, 50-year-old male, from Melancthon has been charged with:

•      Trafficking in Stolen Goods over $5,000 (incl. possession with intent to traffic)

•      Mischief Endangering Life

•      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada X 5

•      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

Chelsea MONCKTON, 33-year-old male, from Melancthon has been charged with:

•      Trafficking in Stolen Goods over $5,000 (incl. possession with intent to traffic)

•      Mischief Endangering Life

•      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada X 5

•      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

Brandy WISEBROD, 46-year-old male, from Dundalk has been charged with:

•      Trafficking in property obtained by crime

•      Mischief Endangering Life

•      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

Curtis WHITTEN, 33-year-old male, from Melancthon has been charged with:

•      Trafficking in Stolen Goods over $5,000 (incl. possession with intent to traffic)

•      Mischief Endangering Life

•      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada X 5

•      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

The following items were seized during the investigation:

  • Large quantity of stolen Bell copper wire
  • 2021 Ram 1500 (previously stolen; approx. value $45,000)
  • 2018 Chevrolet Silverado (previously stolen; approx. value $20,000)
  • Terex skid steer (previously stolen; approx. value $45,000)
  • Two large tandem-axle utility trailers (previously stolen; value approx. $25,000)
  • Large quantity of stolen power tools (approx. value $10,000)
  • 359 grams of methamphetamine (approx. value $23,000)
  • Quantity of cocaine
  • 11 long guns
  • 6 handguns
  • 3 replica firearms with removed serial numbers
  • 1 prohibited device (magazine)
  • Large assortment of ammunition

Removing and stealing copper wire is not only illegal, but it can severely impact people’s lives. Copper wire theft can disrupt essential communication services, including phone lines, which may prevent residents from being able to call 911 in an emergency. These actions put entire communities at risk and can cause significant safety concerns, delays in emergency response, and costly repairs, costs that ultimately impact customers through higher service provider bills.

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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OPP Shoot Aggressive Dog Following Attacks on Child and Officer in Dundalk

(DUNDALK, ON) Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a dog attack earlier this morning in Dundalk, Ontario.

On Wednesday, October 15 at approximately 8:41 a.m., police received a report of an unrestrained dog on Russell Street. The dog bit one child and was attempting to bite another. The owner was on scene attempting to restrain the animal but was unsuccessful.

Upon arrival, officers encountered the aggressive dog. One officer sustained a bite while attempting to gain control of the animal.

In the interest of public safety, police shot the dog. The dog was later euthanized.

Two individuals involved sustained minor injuries and received medical treatment.

The OPP reminds the public to report aggressive or dangerous animals immediately and to avoid approaching them.

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Dundalk Fire – Police Investigating

(DUNDALK, ON) – On May 16, 2025, at approximately 5:30 a.m., members of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with firefighters from Dundalk, and Shelburne responded to a reported structure fire at a residence on Mackenzie Street in Dundalk.

Emergency crews worked to fully extinguish the blaze. There were no occupants in the residence at the time.

The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing. Grey Bruce OPP are asking residents of Mackenzie Street to check their cameras for any suspicious activity and contact the Grey Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can submit a tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at [email protected].