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Mitchell MORGAN – Impaired Driving

(ESSA, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver for driving while impaired in the Township of Essa.

On November 16, 2024, just before 11:30 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to an traffic complaint of an abandoned motor vehicle running in the ditch around 30th Sideroad in the Township of Essa. Upon arrival, one male was located inside the motor vehicle asleep behind the wheel.

As a result of the investigation, Mitchell MORGAN, 19, of Owen Sound, was charged with:  

• Adult Operation while Impaired- alcohol and drugs

• Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

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 December 12, 2024, to answer to the charges.

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Fatal Collision

(ESSA, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a two-vehicle fatal collision in Essa Township.

On November 14, at approximately 8:32 p.m., members of the Nottawasaga OPP, New Tecumseth Fire Department and Simcoe County Paramedics responded to a collision involving a passenger vehicle and a transport truck on Highway 89 between 8th Line and 9th Line.

The investigation revealed that the vehicle and transport truck were travelling in opposite directions on Highway 89 before colliding head on. Sadly, the driver of the passenger vehicle, an 82-year-old from Newmarket, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the transport truck did not sustain injuries.

The road was closed between 8th Line and 9th Line while the OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team processed the scene, and was re-opened at 3:02 a.m.

The investigation is ongoing. Police are asking anyone with information or dashcam footage in the area between 8:00 p.m. and 8:32 p.m. to contact the Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Roman TRIBUSHNI – Impaired Driving

(ESSA, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver for driving while impaired in the Township of Essa.

On November 09, 2024, just before 2:30 a.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a report of motor vehicle in the middle of a live lane, with the driver asleep behind the wheel. This incident occurred in the area of County Road 27 in the Township of Essa. No injuries were reported. 

As a result of the investigation, Roman TRIBUSHNI, 42, of Barrie, was charged with:  

• Adult Operation while Impaired- alcohol and drugs

• Adult Operation while Impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

• Adult Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

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 November 28, 2024, to answer to the charges.

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Peter NEVILLE – Impaired Operation

(ESSA, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver involved in a collision with impaired operation in the Township of Essa.

On November 7, 2024, just before 4:00 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a motor vehicle collision involving two vehicles in the area of County Road 21/56 Roundabout in the Township of Essa. No injuries were reported. 

As a result of the investigation, Peter NEVILLE, 55, of Essa, was charged with:  

• Operation While Impaired

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 December 19, 2024, to answer to the charges.

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Corey Robinson Was Arrested Again

(ESSA, ON)-The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged two individuals in relation to a stolen motor vehicle investigation.

On October 6, 2024 at around 9:38 a.m., Nottawasaga OPP received information about a stolen motor vehicle from the area of 11th Line and 25 Sideroad, Essa that had two occupants inside of the motor-vehicle. As a result of police efforts, around 9:58 a.m., the stolen vehicle was observed by members of the Nottawasaga OPP in Essa Township. Subsequently, Police recovered the motor vehicle and located two people inside.

As a result of the investigation, two people have been arrested and charged.

Susana Sobey, a 52- year-old female from Adjala-Tosorontio Township has been charged with:

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5,000

The accused is being held pending a bail hearing..

Corey Robinson, a 41-year-old male from Penetanguishene has been charged with:

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5,000

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused is being held pending a bail hearing.

If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Johnathan MCCANN Was Arrested

(TOWNSHIP OF ESSA, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers lay charges relating to an impaired investigation on Sunday night.

On September 22nd, 2024, shortly after 11:25 p.m. an Officer from the Nottawasaga Detachment was conducting traffic enforcement on Brentwood Road in the Township of Essa. The subject vehicle was observed travelling at a low rate of speed with no rear lights on. The vehicle was stopped, as a result of the investigation officers arrested the driver for impaired driving. Johnathan MCCANN a 49-year-old from Angus was arrested and charged with the following:

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

·      Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Take motor vehicle without consent

The male was arrested on the strength of outstanding warrants and was later released with a future court date.

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Dylan Stroud – Drunk Driving

(ESSA, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a multiple motor vehicle collision in a residential area.

On September 16, 2024, at 9:00 p.m., police were dispatched to a report of a dark-colored pickup truck that had collided with several parked cars on Margaret Street in Angus. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the driver had fled the scene. By tracing the debris and damage along the roadway, they were able to locate the vehicle. The driver was found inside the truck and subsequently taken into custody.

Dylan Stroud of Angus was subsequently charged with the following:

  • Operation while Impaired – alcohol or drugs
  • Operation while Impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Fail to Remain
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford at a later court date. The driver is facing a 90-day licence suspension and a 7-day vehicle impoundment.

The OPP reminds motorists that consuming any amount of alcohol or drugs before driving is unacceptable. If you suspect someone is driving under the influence, please report it immediately. Call 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122 to report impaired drivers.

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Meth Bust – Names Released

(ESSA TOWNSHIP, TOWN OF NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two individuals with multiple drug and weapon related charges following the execution of three warrants in Alliston and Angus.

In February 2024, Nottawasaga Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) began a drug trafficking investigation within Alliston and Angus. As a result of the investigation, officers were able to obtain search warrants.

On August 15, 2024, the warrants were executed at two residents and one storage facility by the OPP Nottawasaga CSCU, Caledon CSCU, Dufferin CSCU, and Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU).

The following items were seized:

  • Express 70 12-gauge modified shot gun
  • 1 Ounce of Cocaine
  • 14 grams of Methamphetamine
  • 1.7 grams of Fentanyl
  • 42 Clonazepam tablets
  • Drug trafficking indicia
  • Stolen F-150 valued at approximately $10,000

Sherri CRAWFORD, 52-year-old of Essa, was arrested and charged with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Other Drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Other Drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule IV substance for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court – two counts

Michael MCCORMACK, 31-year-old of Lisle, was arrested and charged with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • Possession of Schedule Substance I Substance- Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Other Drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule IV substance for the purpose of Trafficking
  • Possession of a Schedule IV substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule IV substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Other Drugs

Both accused were held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice.

Members of the Nottawasaga OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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Cody Horan Was Arrested Again

(ESSA, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an individual from Angus on multiple arrest warrants and failure to comply with release order charges.  

On July 3, 2024, members of the Nottawasaga OPP Crime Reduction Unit (CRU), with the assistance of the Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) team executed a warrant to enter a dwelling and arrested an individual in the area of Brentwood Rd. Cody Horan a 32-year-old male from Angus was charged with the following:

  • Failure to Comply with release order x7
  • Unauthorized Possession of weapon x5
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid

Also, during the investigation officers executed a search warrant on the dwelling and seized the following:

–      Brass knuckles, Taser, Machete, nun chucks, body armour and a variety of ammunition including .12 and .20 .308, 30-06gauge shotgun rounds, .40 calibre, .22 calibre and unknown long gun ammunition.

The male was held for a bail hearing and remanded into custody.

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DONNELLY Facing Numerous Firearms Charges

(ESSA Township, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged an adult male with several weapons related charges.

On March 22nd, 2024, officers from the Nottawasaga detachment entered into an investigation of uttering threats in the area of Angus. As a result, a male party was arrested, and a loaded firearm and ammunition was seized. 

Members of the Nottawasaga OPP have laid 10 charges against Shawn DONNELLY, 50 years old, of Essa Township, related to weapon offences. The male was held for Bail and remanded into custody. The charges are as followed:

–      Careless use of a firearm (carry/handle)

–      Careless Storage of a firearm

–      Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

–      Carry concealed weapon

–      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

–      Knowledge of possession of firearm

–      Possession of loaded firearm

–      Tampering with serial number of a firearm

–      Resist Peace Officer

If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.