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Angus Essa Police Press Releases

Aime-Lyn VANAYAN Was Arrested

(ESSA , ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a motor vehicle collision involving two vehicles in Essa Township.

On September 18, 2025, shortly before 8:00 p.m., members of the Nottawasaga OPP responded to a motor vehicle collision in the area of Gold Park Gate, in Essa Township, where the driver had struck another vehicle no injuries were reported. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest.  

As a result of the investigation, Aime-Lyn VANAYAN 47-years-old of Angus was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on October 9, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Essa Milton OPP Police Press Releases

Meth Bust – Sohrab MOHAMMADIAN & Jeanette BELANGER

(ESSA, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one driver with impaired driving and one passenger with drug related offences after failing to stop for a stop sign in Essa Township.

On September 14, 2025, shortly after 11:00 p.m., members of the Nottawasaga OPP were conducting general patrols when they observed a vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign on Scotch Pine Road and Brentwood Road in Essa Township. Officers conducted a traffic stop, and during the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest.  

Upon further investigation, officers located and seized 88.3 grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine and 7.6 grams of cocaine on the passenger and as a result, both the driver and passenger were subsequently placed under arrest for trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, Sohrab MOHAMMADIAN 36-years-old of Milton was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 – in Canada
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

Jeanette BELANGER 42-years-old of Barrie was charged with:

  • Possession of an identity document
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Identity Theft – obtain or possess another persons identity information

The accused parties are scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on October 9, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Nicholas FRENCH – Impaired Driving

(ESSA, ON)– Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving after being stopped for speeding in Essa Township

On September 11, 2025, shortly after 7:00 p.m., A Nottawasaga OPP officer was conducting speed enforcement on the 6th Line in Essa Township. The officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding and during the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest. 

As a result of the investigation, Nicholas FRENCH 40-years-old of Barrie was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit
  • Obstruct plate

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on October 9, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Matthew MCKELLAR Arrested For Impaired After Throwing Beer Cans

(ESSA, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a traffic complaint in Essa Township.

Shortly after 8:00 p.m. on August 23, 2025, Nottawasaga OPP responded to a traffic complaint near 6802 County Road 10 in Essa Township. Witnesses reported that the driver was observed swerving and passing vehicles on the solid yellow line, while throwing beer cans out of the window prior to pulling into a gas station. Officers located the vehicle and spoke with the driver. Based on their observations, officers determined the driver was impaired and placed them under arrest.

As a result of the investigation, Matthew MCKELLAR 25-years-old of Brantford was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on September 18, 2025, to answer to the charge.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Isaac OLEARY – Impaired Driving

( ESSA , ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a single motor vehicle collision in Essa Township.

On August 6, 2025, shortly after 2:00 p.m., members of the Nottawasaga OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision in the area of Mill Street, Essa Township, where the driver had struck a pole in a parking lot. Officers located the vehicle and met with the driver. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by drugs, leading to the driver’s arrest.  

As a result of the investigation, Isaac OLEARY 28-years-old of Essa was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on September 4, 2025, to answer to the charge.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Cassie WILTSHIRE Arrested

(ESSA, ON)– Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a fail to remain collision in Essa Township

On July 28, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on 11th Line, north of Side Road 20 in Essa Township. One of the involved individuals fled the scene on foot into a nearby field.

The OPP Canine Unit was deployed, and the suspect was located shortly before 7:00 p.m. Grounds were formed that the individual’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, resulting in their arrest.

As a result of the investigation, Cassie WILTSHIRE 28-years-old of Essa was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on September 4, 2025, to answer to the charge. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Shannon MCKEE – Drunk Driving

(ESSA, ON)– Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving after being stopped for speeding in Essa Township

On July 9, 2025, shortly before 8:00 p.m., A Nottawasaga OPP officer was conducting speed enforcement on Mill Street in Essa Township. The officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding and during the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest. 

As a result of the investigation, Shannon MCKEE 38-years-old of Collingwood was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on August 14, 2025, to answer to the charge. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Charity Box Stolen – Christopher LANG Arrested Again! #HowLowCanUGo

( ESSA, ON) – Officers from the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one individual in connection to a charity box theft in Essa Township.

On July 9, 2025, shortly after 9:00a.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a theft incident at a local business on Mill Street in Essa Township. Video footage obtained determined that the male suspect entered the store the night before, stealing a charity box before fleeing the store.

Officers were able to identify the suspect with the assistance from the public and as a result of investigation,

Christopher LANG 28-years-old of Essa was charged with the following:

  • Theft Under $5000
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The OPP would like to commend the residents of Essa and surrounding area for their proactive engagement and support. This incident highlights the power of community-police partnerships in enhancing public safety. Nottawasaga OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.crimestopperssdm.com. or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Keith MACKINNON – Hit & Run, Drunk Driving

( ESSA, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a motor vehicle collision in Essa Township.

On June 11, 2025, shortly after 1:00 a.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a single vehicle in the ditch on the 5th Line, in the Essa Township. Officers located the vehicle and upon initial investigation no persons were located at the scene. During the investigation two individuals returned to the vehicle and met with officers. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest.  

As a result of the investigation, Keith MACKINNON 54-years-old of Innisfil was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Fail to remain
  • Occupant – fail to report accident
  • Fail to report damage to property on highway

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on July 10, 2025, to answer to the charge.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Kevin WHITEHOUSE Was Arrested

(ESSA, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a traffic complaint in Essa Township.

On June 11, 2025, shortly after 12:30 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a traffic complaint in the area of Mill Street, in the Essa Township. The vehicle was described as being operated in a concerning manner and the driver was unable to maintain standing when entering into a business. Officers located the vehicle and met with the driver. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired, leading to the driver’s arrest.  

As a result of the investigation, Kevin WHITEHOUSE 31-years-old of Essa was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on July 10, 2025, to answer to the charge.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

James WHITE Arrested – Details Released

(ESSA, ON)– Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving after being stopped for speeding in Essa Township

On May 17, 2025, at 4:33 p.m., A Nottawasaga OPP Traffic unit was conducting speed enforcement on County road 90 in Essa Township. The officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding and during the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest. 

As a result of the investigation, James WHITE 57-years-old of Innisfil was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on June 12, 2025, to answer to the charge. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Adam MAY – Drunk Driving

(ESSA, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a motor vehicle collision in Essa Township

On May 17, 2025, shortly before 5:00 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP attended a single motor vehicle collision on 25th Side Road in Essa Township. Officers were met with a driver and during the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest. 

As a result of the investigation, Adam MAY 47-years-old of Clearview was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Driver fail to surrender licence
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on June 19, 2025, to answer to the charge. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – MURPHY & DAVENPORT

(ESSA, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the Nottawasaga Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with the assistance of the Central Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Central Region Canine of the Ontario Provincial Police, have arrested and charged two individuals following a search warrant execution in Essa Township.

On May 15, 2025, officers executed a search warrant at a residence on Talsi Street, in Essa Township. Police located and seized a 2016 Mercedes GLE 350 SUV valued at $40,000.00 that was reported stolen out of Nottawasaga back in 2024. Officers seized 10 grams of cocaine and other drug trafficking packaging, scales and paraphernalia. As a result of the investigation:

Colton MURPHY 30-years-old of Essa was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Possession property obtained by Crime Over $5000.00
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

Kathryn DAVENPORT 23-years-old of Beeton was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Possession property obtained by Crime Over $5000.00
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

The accused parties are to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date. 

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court.

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Stolen Vehicle Recovered – 3 Arrested

(ESSA, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three individuals in relation to a stolen vehicle.

On April 19, 2025, at 1:00 a.m., Officers were conducting general patrols in the area of 11th Line for an unrelated call for service in Essa Township. Officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle determining that the driver was wanted with another police service.

Officers searched incident to arrest and observed the VIN number at the front windshield was also reported stolen out of Huronia West OPP Detachment.

Upon further investigation, all three accused parties were arrested and charged with the following:

Jonathan, GARWOOD 56-years-old of Barrie was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime
  • Use Plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle
  • Drive with seat belt assembly inoperative
  • Operate unsafe vehicle
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Fail to surrender insurance card

Robert MERCER 56-years-old of Barrie was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime

Cameron MANCHESTER 22 -years-old of Severn Township was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime

The accused parties are to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date. 

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Sinh DANG Was Arrested

(ESSA, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one driver for refusing to comply with a breath demand over the Easter long weekend in Essa Township.

On April 20, 2025, shortly after 1:30 a.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a traffic tip of a possible impaired driver heading towards Essa, last seen getting into a vehicle in Innisfil.

At 1:55 a.m. officers was able to locate the vehicle on Banting Crescent in Angus. Upon initial interaction, the drivers eyes were red and glossy. The driver was having difficulties answering the officers questions and following normal conversation. The officer had suspicion of impairment by an alcoholic beverage, issuing an Approved Screening Device demand (ASD). Subsequently the driver refused.

The driver: Sinh DANG, 42 years-old, of Essa, was arrested and charge with:  

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

In addition to the charges, the driver was issued a 90-day license suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. 

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Bradford on May 22, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Failing or refusing to comply with a breath demand whether for an Approved Screening Device (ASD) or an intoxilyzer at the police station carries the same legal consequences as an impaired driving charge under the Criminal Code of Canada.