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Ethan DIDONE – Drunk Driving

(HARROW, ON)- On June 15, 2025, at 10:43 p.m., members of the Essex Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment responded to a traffic complaint in the Community of Harrow in the Town of Essex.

Officers located the vehicle and upon speaking to the driver, determined that they had consumed alcohol. The driver was placed under arrest and transported to a local OPP detachment.

As a result, Ethan DIDONE, 20-years-of age of Harrow has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor to speak to the charges on June 24, 2025.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute.

Essex County OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP on your mobile device. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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Brandon SCHMIDT Was Arrested

(HARROW, ON) – A traffic complaint led to an individual being arrested and charged with impaired driving.

On January 31, 2025, just after 7:00 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex Detachment were notified of a traffic complaint on County Road 20, Harrow. Police attended the area and subsequently located the vehicle and driver. A traffic stop was initiated on King Street West.

As a result of the investigation, Brandon SCHMIDT, 24-year-old of Kingsville, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

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

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on February 14, 2025, in the City of Windsor to speak to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and the OPP will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility. The Essex County OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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UPDATE: Family Shot To Death

(HARROW, ON) – Investigators have identified the cause of death for the four individuals in the death investigation in Harrow.

Postmortem examinations have determined the cause of death as gunshot wounds for 41-year-old Carly STANNARD-WALSH, 13-year-old Madison WALSH and 8-year-old Hunter WALSH. The cause of death for 42-year-old Steven WALSH has been determined as a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

There is no imminent threat to public safety, although the OPP reminds all members of the public to be aware of their personal safety at all times.

Members of the Essex County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began the investigation on June 20, 2024, after receiving a request to check on the well-being of a person at the home, which led to the discovery of the deceased individuals.

The investigation by the Essex County OPP Crime Unit remains ongoing under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services, and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

The initial investigation has determined that this is a case of intimate partner violence (IPV). IPV is a serious and prevalent problem. IPV involves the use of physical, psychological or sexual force, actual or threatened, in an intimate relationship. However, these actions are not always physical and can involve emotional and psychological abuse, economic control or coercive control. The OPP encourages anyone who is experiencing IPV to contact police or your local Ontario Victim Services branch to develop a safety plan.

Any person with information regarding this investigation should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca. 

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Update: Names Of Four Deceased Released

(HARROW, ON) – Investigators have confirmed the identities of the four deceased individuals in an ongoing death investigation in Harrow.

The deceased, all from Harrow, have been identified as:                                                                 

  • Carly WALSH, 41 years old
  • Steven WALSH, 42 years old
  • Madison WALSH, 13 years old
  • Hunter WALSH, eight years old

The deceased individuals were all members of the same family. The circumstances that led to the individuals’ deaths remain under investigation. While the cause of death cannot yet be confirmed, investigators believe there is no imminent threat to public safety, although the OPP reminds all members of the public to be aware of their personal safety at all times.

Essex Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment members began the investigation on June 20, 2024, after receiving a request to check on the well-being of a person at the home, which led to the discovery of the deceased individuals.

The investigation by the Essex County OPP Crime Unit continues under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services, and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

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4 Found Dead In Harrow

(HARROW, ON) – The Essex Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently engaged in a death investigation in Harrow.

Officers were called to a residence on County Road 13 at approximately 1:30 p.m. on June 20, 2024, where they located four deceased individuals.

While the cause of death and their identities cannot yet be confirmed, investigators believe there is no imminent threat to public safety, although the OPP reminds all members of the public to be aware of their personal safety at all times.

Postmortem examinations will be conducted at the Centre of Forensic Sciences in London.

The investigation by the Essex County OPP Crime Unit is continuing under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services, and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

 The investigation is in its early stages and no further details can be released at this time. Residents of the area should expect to see a large police presence for the next several days.

Any person with information regarding this investigation should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.