Category: Elliot Lake

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – A person was charged after police were called to a blue mid-size Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) in a driveway with the driver passed out at the wheel on Washington Crescent.

On January 17, 2026, at approximately 10:00 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended the residence and spoke to the driver who exhibited signs of impairment. He was subsequently arrested and the SUV was towed and impounded. 

Michael HOLLANDY, 45-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with:

• Operation while impaired by alcohol and drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on February 12, 2026.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – Driver charged after traffic complainant from Philip Walk. 

On January 10, 2026, at approximately 1:15 a.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a complaint of a possible impaired driver leaving a Philip Walk bar. The red Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) was stopped a short time later and female driver spoken to. Her roadside test registered an alert (7-day driver’s licence suspension) and was charged accordingly.  

Arianna WATSON, 23-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with – Drive motor vehicle, no licence.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On January 9, 2026, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person on Hillside Drive South who was in breach of prior release conditions. 

At approximately 3:00 p.m. officers were on general patrol and recognized a small white Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) from previous traffic complaints. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was breaching numerous release conditions from prior charges. He was subsequently arrested and the vehicle was towed and impounded.  

Sky Levi FOX, 30-years-old, of Elliot Lake, was charged with: 

• Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

• Driving while under suspension

• Failure to comply with Release Order – other than to attend court

• Fail to comply with Probation Order

• Driver – fail to properly wear seat belt

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on February 12, 2026.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On December 15, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person in relation to a mischief at a hospital.

At approximately 5:30 p.m., police were called to a hospital on Spine Road in relation to a person damaging property and being aggressive with staff. The person threw a bucket at an interior door window, shattering it, and destroyed a chair. In addition, the person was wanted for failing to appear in court. They were subsequently arrested and charged.     

Kenneth (Ken) NEELY, 47-years-old from Elliot Lake, was charged with:

• Mischief under $5000 – two counts
• Failure to attend court after having appeared

The accused was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on December 16, 2025.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – A person was charged after police received a traffic complaint.

On December 15, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a complainant regarding a possible impaired driver. The vehicle was observed on Ontario Avenue and a traffic stop conducted on Hillside Drive North. The driver emanated a strong odour of alcoholic beverage and cans of alcohol were observed in the vehicle. The driver was subsequently arrested, and the vehicle was towed and impounded.   

Ethan BRISEBOIS, 20-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on January 15, 2026.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – A person was charged after police were called to a vehicle in the snowbank on Poplar Road at Lakeview Road. 

On December 13, 2025, at approximately 7:15 a.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended the location and arrested the driver of the crashed grey pickup truck. The truck was consequently towed and impounded.  

Austin ELSEMORE, 29-years-old, from Alvin, Texas was charged with:

• Operation while impaired by alcohol 

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

• Dangerous operation

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on January 15, 2026.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – Driver charged after stopped for speeding on Highway 108.

On November 28, 2025, at approximately 11:00 a.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle for speeding. After speaking to the driver, police learned they were breaching a current Probation Order and had a suspended driver’s licence. 

Jacob PEART, 21-years-old, of Sudbury, was arrested and charged with:

• Breach of Probation Order

• Driving while under suspension

• Speeding 1 – 49 km/h over posted limit

• Fail to surrender insurance card

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on January 19, 2026.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged three people after a traffic stop on Ontario Avenue in Elliot Lake.

On November 28, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., police stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. Once stopped, the passenger was observed with a grinder and cannabis in hand. All three occupants were subsequently arrested and the vehicle search resulted in approximately 132 grams of suspected cocaine, almost $3000 in cash, numerous cell phones and suspected cannabis.    

Heiko SCHMITZ, 54-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

This accused person is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on January 15, 2026.

Flamur LAMA, 25-years-old, of Hamilton was charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
• Drive motor vehicle with cannabis readily available
• Fail to have insurance card

Quiara JOSEPH, 25-years-old, of Hamilton was charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

These accused persons are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on November 29, 2025.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person in relation to numerous fires in Elliot Lake between September 24, 2024, and July 8, 2025. 

Police investigated a series of arsons which occurred in the City of Elliot Lake resulting in numerous structure and motor vehicle fires. After a lengthy and comprehensive investigation, the OPP arrested a person on November 24, 2025.

Mattawa LAWRENCE, 19-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with four counts of Arson – damage to property.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on November 25, 2025.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested two people after a traffic stop on Highway 108, just south of Elliot Lake.

On November 21, 2025, at approximately 2:45 p.m., police stopped a black 4-door sedan travelling northbound on Highway 108 towards Elliot Lake. Police located suspected Oxycodone pills, a scale, numerous cell phones, and cash. The driver and passenger were arrested and vehicle was towed.

Trevor GOSSELIN, 55-years-old, of Onaping was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin)

Jacqueline (Jackie) MONGRAIN, 53-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

Both accused persons are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on January 15, 2026.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On November 15, 2025, an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) operator was charged after a lengthily crash investigation.

On August 6, 2025, at approximately 6:15 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to a single vehicle collision involving an ATV on Mississauga Avenue. The ATV hit a hydro pole, tangled in lines, and flipped onto a residential front yard fence. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) transported the lone operator to hospital for further assessment. After an in-depth investigation, the operator was arrested and charged.   

Marc Aaron DAWLEY-COLE, 23-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with:

• Operation while impaired by alcohol
• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
• Dangerous operation
• Fail to have insurance card

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on January 25, 2026.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On November 3, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person with multiple outstanding arrest warrants. 

Police observed a wanted person operating a small grey Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) and conducted a traffic stop on Hillside Drive South. The driver, who also had a suspended license, was subsequently arrested and the SUV was towed and impounded.  

Brian WATSON, 45-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:

• Drive while suspended

• Two Committal Warrants executed

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on December 17, 2025.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person in relation to multiple residential break & enters.

On November 4, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m. police were called to McKeown Road for a female who was high on drugs breaking into homes. Police attended the area and located the female who was subsequently arrested. Due to the level of intoxication, Algoma Paramedic Services transported her to the hospital for assessment and was medically cleared a short time after. 

Jessielynn FOURNIER, 30-years-old from Elliot Lake was charged with:

·      Break, enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence – two counts

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on December 4, 2025.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested numerous people after executing a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) warrant at Tokyo Crescent residence on October 29, 2025.  

Police seized approximately 2.4 grams of suspected cocaine, approximately 36 grams of suspected Fentanyl, approximately 17 suspected Hydromorphone capsules, approximately 70 suspected methamphetamine tablets, approximately 42 suspected buprenorphine tablets, a prohibited crossbow, cash, digital scales, packaging materials, and multiple cell phones. The approximate street value of the drugs is $8,000.    

The OPP’s Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), Emergency Response Team (ERT), and the United Chiefs and Councils of Manitoulin (UCCM) Anishnaabe Police Service Canine Unit were involved with the investigation and six people were arrested and charged with numerous offences.

Curtis BOWLES, 34-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid (Fentanyl)

• Fail to comply with Probation Order

Jason GUY, 40-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid (Fentanyl)

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin) 

• Unauthorized possession of weapon

Lee WESTLEY, 37-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with: Fail to comply with Undertaking.

Larissa RICHER, 31-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with: Fail to comply with Undertaking.

These accused persons are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on December 11, 2025.

Micheal MCNEELANDS, 43-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid (Fentanyl)

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin) 

• Unauthorized possession of weapon

• Failure to comply with Undertaking

This accused person was held in custody and was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justic Bail Court in Blind River on October 30, 2025.

Paul HAMILTON, 41-years-old, from Elliot Lake had an outstanding arrest warrant from Huronia West OPP and was held in custody as a result.

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On September 18, 2025, police arrested a man in Elliot Lake after additional reported sexual assaults.

In July 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a sexual assault call that occurred at an apartment complex in Elliot Lake. A person was charged with sexual assault on a person under 16 years of age and sexual interference as a result of the investigation.  

On September 5, 2025, police were called regarding another sexual assault that had previously occurred at the same apartment complex involving the same previously charged person.   

Casey Michael FOURNIER, 55-years-old, from Elliot Lake, was charged again with:

• Sexual Assault on a person under 16 years of age
• Sexual Interference

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on September 19, 2025.

Because the accused was the building superintendent, and may have been employed at other buildings, police are requesting anyone who may have additional information or believes that they were a victim of similar circumstance to contact East Algoma OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit information online at: www.sudburycrimestoppers.com