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Blair Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Police Press Releases

Leave Means Leave! 31 Year Old Arrested #StandYourGround

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TOWNSHIP, ON)- The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended an address on Blairton Road regarding an assault.

On Tuesday September 30,2025, prior to 8:00am, the Peterborough County OPP received a call from an individual stating that they had been in an altercation earlier that morning and as a result had been stabbed. The caller advised that they were currently wanted on outstanding charges and wished to turn themselves in.

Officers attended and spoke with the complainant who advised they had been staying with an individual on Blairton Road. The complainant had been asked to leave the residence but prior to being able to gather their belongings, an argument started. The complainant stated that at one point an edged weapon was brandished and they were stabbed. The complainant left the residence and walked to a place of safety.

Officers attended the address on Blairton Road and made effort to contact the accused. A large police presence remained in the area until a warrant was able to be executed on the residence. The accused was not located at the time and remains outstanding. A further warrant for their arrest has been issued. The complainant was arrested on their outstanding charges.

On Saturday October 4, 2025, shortly after midnight, officers attended and address on William Street in Havelock where they believed the wanted person to be. Officers made contact with an individual from the residence who stated the wanted person was prepared to surrender themselves to police. Shortly after, the male exited the residence and was arrested. 

Jason BODY (age 31) of Havelock, ON., was arrested and charged with;

• Assault with a weapon

• Assault causing bodily harm

• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

• Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm

The accused was held for Bail.

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Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Peterborough Police Press Releases

Stabbing Victim Arrested on Outstanding Charges – Suspect Remains At Large

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TOWNSHIP, ON)- The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended an address on Blairton Road regarding an assault.

On Tuesday September 30,2025, prior to 8:00am, the Peterborough County OPP received a call from an individual stating that they had been in an altercation earlier that morning and as a result had been stabbed. The caller advised that they were currently wanted on outstanding charges and wished to turn themselves in.

Officers attended and spoke with the complainant who advised they had been staying with an individual on Blairton Road. The complainant had been asked to leave the residence but prior to being able to gather their belongings, an argument started. The complainant stated that at one point an edged weapon was brandished and they were stabbed. The complainant left the residence and walked to a place of safety.

Officers attended the address on Blairton Road and made effort to contact the accused. A large police presence remained in the area until a warrant was able to be executed on the residence. The accused was not located at the time and remains outstanding. A further warrant for their arrest has been issued. The complainant was arrested on their outstanding charges.

The accused and the victim are known to each other and appears to be an isolated incident. There is no reason to believe that there is any risk to public safety.

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Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Asphodel-Norwood Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Police Press Releases

Passed Out 27 Year Old Facing Charges

(ASPHODEL-NORWOOD TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after locating a vehicle with an unresponsive driver.

On Friday September 19, 2025, shortly after 1:30am, Peterborough County OPP officers were dispatched to a call involving a vehicle alarm. Officers attended Trent Lane in Asphodel-Norwood Township and located a vehicle in the roadway with driver appearing to be asleep. Officers were able to gain the attention of the driver and upon speaking with them, determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Ryan GRUZA (age 27) of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Township, ON., was arrested and charged with;

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused had their driver’s licence further suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 28, 2025.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

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Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Police Press Releases

Dog Shot – Ralph BOAKE Arrested

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TOWNSHIP, ON)- The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested an individual after a report of a dog being shot.

On Sunday August 10, 2025, just prior to 11:00am, members of the OPP Peterborough County Detachment received a report of a family dog being shot by the complainant’s neighbour. Officers spoke with the complainant who advised they heard gunshots and then two of their three dogs came running home. Peterborough County OPP officers attended and after speaking with all parties, one individual was arrested.

Ralph BOAKE (age 67) of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Township, ON., was arrested and charged with:

  • Killing or injuring animals

The accused is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on September 16, 2025.

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Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Police Press Releases

Mark AUSTERBERRY – Drunk Driving

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving in Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Township.

On July 16, 2025, just after 1:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers received a call advising of a person who had been located at the side of the road laying next to a vehicle. Officers, along with EMS were dispatched to the location on Belmont 7th Line. Upon speaking with the individual, officers determined them to be under the influence of alcohol, and they were arrested. Samples of the accused’s breath were tested and returned readings over three times the legal limit.

Mark AUSTERBERRY (age 39) of Norwood, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Operation while impaired

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

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on August 26, 2025.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP

Jhonathan GERMOND Was Arrested Again

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TOWNSHIP, ON) – A member of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting patrol on Ottawa Street on May 27, 2025. The officer received a notification from the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system within his cruiser indicating an issue with the licence plate attached to a passing vehicle. The officer conducted a traffic stop of the vehicle and through investigation it was determined the driver was prohibited from operating a motor vehicle.

Jhonathan GERMOND (age 31) of Peterborough, Ontario was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order

·      Driving while under Suspension

·      Use plate not authorized for vehicle

·      Fail to surrender insurance card

The accused had their vehicle impounded for 45 days and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on July 7, 2025.

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Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Peterborough County / Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) arrested multiple individuals as a result of a drug trafficking investigation.

On Wednesday April 30, 2025, members of the Peterborough County/Northumberland CSCU executed a warrant at a residence in Havelock that was the subject of complaints from the community regarding drug activity. Upon entry, officers located ten individuals within the residence, all of which were immediately arrested. A search of the residence was conducted, and a quantity of drugs were located.

Amy ZINCK (age 44) of Havelock, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid

·      Fail to comply Undertaking

·      Fail to comply with Probation Order

·      Driving while under suspension

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on June 3, 2025.

Timothy LOWES (age 39) of Havelock, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid

·      Fail to comply with Probation Order – two counts

·      Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code – two counts

·      Driving while under suspension

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on June 3, 2025.

David HUTLEY (age 48) of Stouville, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Methamphetamine

HUTLEY was also arrested on unrelated outstanding warrants and turned over to the Quinte West OPP.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on June 3, 2025.

John FOOTE (age 61) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid

·      Fail to comply with Release Order

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

As a result of the search, the following items were seized;

·      35 grams Crack Cocaine

·      20 grams Fentanyl

·      Digital scale

·      Two cell phones

·      Packaging materials

All others who were located at the residence were released unconditionally.

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Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Police Press Releases

Wolfgang WRIGHT Was Arrested

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual after receiving a trespass call.

On April 5, 2025, at approximately 4:00pm, officers from the Peterborough County OPP received a call regarding individuals trespassing at the Cordova Dam located on Fire Route 18. The report stated that there were three individuals at the location and a hole had been cut in the chain-link fence. The report also stated that a tent had been set up and that the three individuals were drinking at the location.

Officers arrived on scene confirming what had been relayed to them and also noted a boat at the shoreline. The individuals were advised that they were currently trespassing and although there were posted signs, one person advised they thought it was crown land.

During the interaction with the parties, it was determined that one of them was currently on a release order with conditions for them to not be within 100 metres of one of the others. As a result, an arrest was made.

Wolfgang WRIGHT (age 23) from Pickering, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Failure to comply with Undertaking

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on May 6, 2025.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Police Press Releases

Gordon FLETCHER Was Arrested Again

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TOWNSHIP, ON)- The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has made an arrest of the third individual involved in the assault investigation in Havelock.

On November 12, 2024, at approximately 8:45 p.m., members of the OPP Peterborough County Detachment received a report of an assault on Ottawa Street in Havelock. The complainant advised that three known individuals attended their residence, all of which participated in the assault, then left in a vehicle after making threats to return and cause more harm.

On November 13, 2024, officers arrested two individuals in relation to this investigation.

On November 18, 2024, members of the Peterborough/Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and the Central East Region Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) located the remaining suspect at a residence in Havelock. The individual was arrested on the outstanding Warrant in Peterborough County, as well as an outstanding Warrant in Northumberland County related to a robbery that occurred in Trent Hills on October 18, 2024.

Gordon FLETCHER (age 31) of Trent Hills was arrested and charged with:

·      Assault cause Bodily Harm

·      Utter Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm – two counts

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order – two counts

·      Assault with a Weapon

·      Unauthorized possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm

·      Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

·      Robbery Using a Firearm

·      Possession of Firearm contrary to Prohibition Order – two counts

·      Utter Threats – Damage Property

·      Pointing a Firearm

FLETCHER was transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment where he was held for Bail.

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Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Police Press Releases

Michael RUMOHR – Drunk Driving

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual after observing a vehicle making an aggressive maneuver.

On November 15, 2024, just prior to 10:00pm, a Peterborough County OPP officer was stationary, observing traffic in Havelock. The officer observed a vehicle exit a parking lot in a manner which caused an approaching second vehicle to apply their brakes with force. The officer initiated a traffic stop on the first vehicle that had exited the parking lot. After a brief conversation with the driver, the officer determined they were under the influence of alcohol. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.

Michael RUMOHR (age 21) of Sarnia, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Fail to yield from Driveway

·      Novice Driver – B.A.C. above zero

·      Young Driver – B.A.C. above zero

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on December 17, 2024.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

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Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TWP., ON) – Peterborough County / Northumberland OPP Community Street Crime Unit Officers executed a Search Warrant which resulted in three people being arrested and drug related charges being laid.

On July 31, 2024, officers from the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) with assistance from the Northumberland OPP CSCU and the OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), executed a search warrant at a location within Havelock. One person was arrested resulting from a traffic stop. Two individuals located at the residence were also arrested.

During the search, officers located and seized:

·      970 grams of Methamphetamine

·      1 gram of Cocaine

·      2 cell phones

·      5 digital scales

·      Canadian currency

·      1 shotgun

·      3 shotgun shells

Branden LANE (age 34) of Havelock, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

·      Unauthorized possession of a Firearm

·      Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

·      Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order (two counts)

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Tampering with serial number of a Firearm

·      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

Christopher JAKSIC (age 38) of Havelock, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Unauthorized possession of a Firearm

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on September 17, 2024.

Jessica KING (age 29) of Bolton, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Unauthorized possession of a Firearm

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on September 17, 2024.

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Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Police Press Releases

Frederick FOX Arrested For Assault & Brandishing Weapon

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TOWNSHIP, ON)- An individual has been charged after a dispute between two parties led to a hatchet being brandished and property being damaged.

On March 1, 2024, at approximately 12:30pm, members of the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received to a call regarding an individual that had been screaming at people and then became involved in an altercation in which the accused spat on the victim. The accused then retrieved a hatched and began waving it around. The hatchet was thrown away at which point it caused damage to a residence.

Police attended and as a result, one person was arrested.

Frederick FOX (age 31) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:

  • Assault
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Mischief under $5,000 – two counts
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Causing a Disturbance