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Child Sexually Assaulted – MAHON Charged

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On December 17, 2024, the Muskoka Crime Unit, with the assistance of the OPP’s Forensic Interview Team and Forensic Sketch Artist, made an arrest in this historic sexual assault investigation.

Kelly MAHON (age 59) of Huntsville was arrested and charged with:

·      Sexual Assault with a weapon on a Person under 16 years

·      Sexual Interference

·      Uttering threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm

The Muskoka Crime Unit continued their investigation into a sexual assault that occurred in July 2015 in the Town of Huntsville Ontario, after the victim, who was seven years old at the time of the offense, came forward in October of 2023.

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Do You Recognize This Theft Suspect?

(HUNTSVILLE, ON.) – Officers from the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating a series of shoplifting and are requesting the public’s assistance to identify the suspect.

On December 12, 2024, the suspect who appears to be a female, attempted to steal items from Muskoka Bear Wear in Downtown Huntsville. This suspect has done this repeatedly in recent weeks. Although this attempt was unsuccessful, the suspect has successfully stolen items prior to this incident.

Officers are looking to identify the three individuals. See attached photograph from video surveillance. Suspect is wearing long coat and winter hat. If you know this individual, please call 1-888-310-1122

You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Aloundeth KHAMVONG – Trafficking

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On Wednesday, November 27, 2024, The Huntsville OPP working with the Community Street Crime Unit arrested a male party as part of an on-going drug investigation. Various illegal substances were located including suspected cocaine and cannabis.

As a result of this investigation Aloundeth KHAMVONG, 38 years old of Huntsville has been charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking

·      Possession of Cannabis for the purpose of distributing

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime

The accused was held for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice, Bracebridge Ontario

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is committed to supporting safe, healthy communities for all Ontarians.

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Islam HERZALLAH Arrested After Passing OPP Vehicle

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested an individual with impaired-related charged after stopping a motor vehicle speeding on Highway 11.

On November 23, 2024, at 9:48 p.m., members of the OPP were northbound on Highway when their vehicle was overtaken by a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed

The investigation revealed the driver to be operating a motor vehicle while impaired

As a result of the investigation, Islam HERZALLAH, 25-year-old of Thornhill ON, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

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

·        Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform stunt – Excessive speed

The accused had his Driver’s License suspended for 90 days and his vehicle impounded for 14 days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on December 17, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.

The Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign is an annual police enforcement and education initiative aimed at taking impaired drivers off Ontario roads during the holiday season. This years campaign runs from November 21, 2024 to January 1, 2025

The OPP reminds drivers that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Karen SKIPWORTH – Hit & Run, Drunk Driving

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested an individual with impaired-related charged after responding to a motor vehicle collision in the Town of Huntsville.

On November 20, 2024 at 8:04 p.m., the Huntsville OPP were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision on West Road. Witnesses reported the motor vehicle drove up on a curb, crossed both lanes of traffic, proceeded into neighbours yard and collided with a parked car.

The investigation revealed the driver to be operating a motor vehicle while impaired.

As a result of the investigation, Karen SKIPWORTH, 77-year-old of Port Sydney, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·        Failure to stop after accident

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on January 7, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

The OPP reminds drivers that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville detachment responded to 112 calls for service this past weekend.  Officers arrested and charged two individuals for impaired driving. 

In addition to the criminal charges, officers issue 17 traffic related charges.

Over the course of the weekend, officer conducted 12 R.I.D.E. (REDUCE IMPAIRED DRIVING EVERYWHERE) checkpoints.

CHARGED

On November 9, 2024 at 11:16 p.m., members of the Huntsville Detachment were conducting R.I.D.E on Main Street when they observed a vehicle driving on a pedestrian walkway in the Town of Huntsville. The driver was stopped and failed a Roadside Screening Device. The driver was taken for breath testing where testing determined they were in excess of 80mg of alcohol in 100ml of blood..

Aaron CONAGHAN, aged 26 of Huntsville Ontario, has been charge with

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80+.

The accused was suspended from driving for 90 days and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The accused is to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on December 10, 2024. 

CHARGED

On November 10, 2024 at 12:06 p.m., members of the Huntsville Detachment were called to a dispute on Main Street West. A female party who was leaving the scene, struck an OPP vehicle. The driver was deemed to be impaired by drug.

Karen Wilkinson, 47 years old of Huntsville has been charged with;

·        Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused was suspended from driving for 90 days and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The accused is to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on December 24, 2024.

If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture

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Gary CZECH – Drunk Driving

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On October 29, 2025 at 4:08 p.m., Huntsville OPP attended a motor vehicle collision on Domtar Road. The collision involved a pick up truck striking a hydro pole. The driver was assessed for injury at the scene by Muskoka EMS and did not require and further medical attention. As a result of the investigation, it was determined the driver was impaired and subsequently arrested.

Gary CZECH, 44 years old of Huntsville is charged for:

Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

Operation while impaired – alcohol

The accused was suspended from driving for 90 days as per Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS)

The accused is to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on December 10, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

The OPP reminds drivers that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. 

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Thomas FLETCHER Was Arrested Again

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – October 30th 2024 at 1205p.m., the Huntsville OPP responded to a disturbance on Old Muskoka Road, of a naked male running on the roadway.  

The investigation revealed the accused had been acting strangely and became assaultive towards the victim. The victim was struck with an object and physically assaulted as well. The victim was assessed for minor injuries by Muskoka EMS and did not require any further medical attention.

The accused was taken into custody without incident. 

Thomas FLETCHER, 34 years old of Huntsville is charged for:

·      Assault Cause Bodily Harm – Choke, suffocate or strangle

·      Assault with A Weapon

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused remains in custody and will be appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice  on October 31, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

The Huntsville OPP want to advise this was an isolated incident and there is no threat to public safety. 

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Sophie NOALL – Hit & Run, Drunk Driving, Etc.

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested an individual with impaired-related charged after responding to a single-vehicle collision in the Town of Huntsville.

On October 23, 2024, at 9:21 p.m., the Huntsville OPP were dispatched to a single-vehicle collision on northbound Highway 11 near Stephenson Road 2. The vehicle struck a guardrail and went into the ditch before fleeing the scene. As officers were responding to the call, a second report was received regarding a vehicle striking a hydro pole on South Mary Lake Road.

Police, Huntsville Fire Department, and Muskoka Ambulance arrived on scene, and the driver was transported to hospital by EMS with minor injuries. Upon investigation, the driver was arrested for impaired-related offenses.

South Mary Lake Road was closed for over 3 hours but has been re-opened.

As a result of the investigation, Sophie NOALL, 20-year-old of Port Sydney, has been charged with:

· Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

· Fail to remain

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on December 10, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.

The OPP reminds drivers that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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3 Deceased In Huntsville

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is conducting a homicide investigation following a barricaded person incident in the Town of Huntsville.

On October 25, 2024, shortly before 9:00 p.m., officers of the Huntsville OPP responded to a barricaded person incident after receiving a report of a shooting at a residence on Highview Drive. Roads in the surrounding area were closed to ensure public safety.

Three individuals, including the armed individual, were located deceased.

There is no threat to public safety. However, residents in the area of Highview Drive should expect to see a large police presence throughout the weekend.

The investigation is ongoing by the Muskoka Crime Unit under the direction of the Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit, Central Region Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

As a result of the officers’ interaction with the barricaded person, the OPP has notified the province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will not be able to provide any further information. Any other inquiries should be directed to SIU Communications at (416) 622-2342.

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Andy CLAYTON – Theft, Fraud

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested an individual after a report of a theft from a local business in the Town of Huntsville.

On September 30, 2024, officers of the Huntsville OPP Detachment began an investigation into a reported theft. A local business reported an employee stole over $60,000 in construction materials.

On October 2, 2024, the Huntsville OPP with assistance from the Muskoka Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) recovered the stolen property in Haliburton.

As a result, Andy CLAYTON, a 62-years-old of Algonquin Highlands Township, was arrested and charged with: 

  • Theft Over $5,000
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • Fraud Over $5,000

The accused was released on an Undertaking and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit information online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Mark LOVEGROVE – Drunk Driving

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – Officers from the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation following a complaint of a suspicious vehicle.     

On October 2, 2024, at approximately 12:00 p.m., Huntsville OPP responded to the report of a suspicious vehicle near Muskoka Road 10 in the community of Port Sydney. Police attended and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested. 

As a result Mark LOVEGROVE, 37, from the Town of Huntsville, was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

In addition to the charges the driver received a 90-day license suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The accused was released from custody and will appear in court at a later date.

If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture.

The Huntsville OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please call OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477

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Fatal Motorcycle Collision

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fatal collision involving a motorcycle and an SUV that occurred on September 27, 2024.

On September 27, 2024 at 3:30 p.m., Huntsville OPP officers and emergency crews responded to a serious two-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and an SUV on Aspdin Road near Gross Road in the Township of Muskoka Lakes. The motorcycle was travelling westbound on Aspdin Road when it collided with an eastbound vehicle. The driver of the motorcycle, a 72 year-old man from Wakefield Quebec, was transported to West Parry Sound Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The driver and a passenger of the SUV were transported to the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital with minor injuries.

Aspdin Road was closed, for several hours, while the OPP Technical Collision Investigators assisted with the investigation.

The investigation into the factors that led up to the collision is ongoing and police are asking anyone with information to call Huntsville OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

If you are affected by this incident or witnessed the collision and wish to speak with victim services, Muskoka Victim Services can be reached at 1-844-762-9945.

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Jeremy BAYNES – Drunk Driving

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has taken another impaired driver off the road in the Town of Huntsville.

On September 23, 2024, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Huntsville OPP responded to a report of a possible impaired driver at a business on Aspdin Road, in the Town of Huntsville. Upon arrival, the police investigation resulted in the arrest of the individual.

As a result of the investigation, Jeremy BAYNES, a 41-year-old of Acton, was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on November 5, 2024. The accused also had their drivers license suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for seven days. 

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

Anyone with information related to these incidents is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit information online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Drug Bust – Names Released

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a search warrant in the Town of Huntsville, resulting in the recovery of stolen property and the seizure of a large quantity of drugs.

On August 2, 2024, members of the OPP Muskoka Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Orillia Detachment CSCU, and Central Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) executed a search warrant at a residence on Main Street.

As a result of the investigation, police recovered 39 tools and pieces of machinery that had been previously stolen from a local business.

In addition, the following was seized:  

·      203.70 grams of Psilocybin (Mushrooms)

·      98.76 grams of Cocaine

·      39.79 grams of MDMA (Ecstasy)

·      Four Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) Vape Pens

·      119.05 grams of Illicit Cannabis

·      51 milliliters of Gamma Hydroxybutyrate (GHB)

·      $5,130 Canadian Currency

·      Miscellaneous Tablets

The following individuals have been arrested and charged: 

James Brooks, a 44-year-old from Huntsville:

·      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 III substance for the purpose of trafficking

·      Possession for the purpose of distributing

·      Possession Property obtained by crime over $5000

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

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

The accused was released on an Undertaking and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on September 17, 2024.

Kelly Filmore, a 30-year-old from Huntsville:

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Other drugs

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

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

The accused was released on an Appearance notice and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on September 17, 2024.

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit information online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.