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Dryden Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Home Invasions – Joshua GARDNER Arrested

(KENORA, ON) – One male is in custody following a string of residential break-ins in the city of Kenora.

On Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at approximately 12:00a.m. CST., officers with the Kenora Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to reports of a suspicious person and two break and enters in the areas of Fifteenth Ave North and Eighth Street North, City of Kenora. The suspect fled on foot prior to police arrival.

Members of the Kenora OPP, the OPP Emergency Response Team and the OPP Canine Unit converged on the area and began a search. The individual was located and arrested shortly after 1:00 a.m. CST.

Joshua GARDNER, age 43 of Dryden has been charged with two counts of break and enter.

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

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Kenora OPP Pellatt Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicle Recovered – Christopher PAQUETTE Arrested

(KENORA, ON) – Members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested one individual after a stolen vehicle was located.

On Friday, November 7th, 2025, at approximately 3:00 a.m., an officer on general patrol observed a vehicle reported as stolen in the area of Sunnyside Road, Kenora. During the investigation, an individual was arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher PAQUETTE, 40 years old, from Pellatt Township, Kenora, has been charged with:

 • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on a future date.

The OPP remains committed to serving the province by protecting citizens, upholding the law, and preserving public safety.

Anyone with information regarding suspected unlawful activity is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Missing 21 Year Old Found Deceased – Terrance CHERRY Facing Murder Charge

(KENORA, ON) – A second person was arrested and an additional charge was laid as part of an ongoing investigation into the disappearance and death of a Kenora resident.

On Sunday, October 26, 2025, Mekhi PELLY (SCOTT), age 21 of Grassy Narrows First Nation, was reported missing to the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). The victim has since been confirmed deceased.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, Terrance CHERRY, age 24 of Kenora, has been additionally charged with first degree murder, contrary to section 235(1) of the Criminal Code (CC).

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on Thursday, December 4, 2025.

In addition, Una CHERRY, age 43 of Kenora, was charged with accessory after the fact to murder, contrary to section 240 of the CC.

The accused has been remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on Thursday, December 4, 2025.

The investigation is being conducted by the Kenora OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch. Efforts to locate the victim’s remains are ongoing with assistance of the OPP’s Canine Unit, Emergency Response Team and Underwater Search and Recovery Unit, in collaboration with Grassy Narrows First Nation and Washagamis Bay First Nation.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation, including the movements or activities of the accused leading up to and following Sunday, October 12, 2025, is urged to contact the Kenora OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Missing Person Found Deceased – One Arrested

(KENORA, ON) – Police have confirmed a missing Kenora resident is deceased, and one person has been arrested and charged in connection with the investigation.

On Sunday, October 26, 2025, Mekhi PELLY (SCOTT), age 21 of Grassy Narrows First Nation, was reported missing to the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). He was last seen between Friday, October 10, and Sunday, October 12, 2025, in Kenora.

Following an investigation, the victim was confirmed to be deceased. Search efforts continue to locate his remains.

As a result of the investigation, Terrance CHERRY, age 24 of Kenora, was arrested and charged with:

  • Indignity to a dead body, contrary to section 182(b) of the Criminal Code.

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on Monday, November 3, 2025.

The Kenora OPP Crime Unit is continuing the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch. Assistance is being provided by the OPP Canine Unit, the Emergency Response Team and the Underwater Search and Recovery Unit. The Treaty Three Police Service, the Kenora Makwa Patrol and community members are also assisting with the search.

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases Whitefish Bay First Nation

Alyssa JACK Facing Numerous Charges

(KENORA, ON) – Members of the Kenora OPP have made an arrest for impaired driving following a report of a theft of a motor vehicle on Saturday afternoon.

On September 13, 2025, shortly before 5:00 p.m., members of the Treaty Three Police Service (T3PS) received a report of a stolen motor vehicle, with a driver who was suspected to be impaired. With the assistance of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), police located the motor vehicle on Highway 71, which then fled from police. A tire deflation device (TDD) was deployed successfully. The subject fled on foot and was located shortly after with the assistance of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Canine Unit. 

Police located the driver and investigation determined that the driver had been consuming alcohol. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the Kenora Detachment where additional breath testing was completed.    

Alyssa JACK, 21-years-old, from Whitefish Bay First Nation, Ontario has been charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act and Liquor Licence and Control Act with:

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

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

·      Flight from peace officer

·      Dangerous Operation

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Driving a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on September 16,2025.

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.

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

2 Dead, 5 Sent To Hospital Following Collision

(KENORA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fatal collision on Highway 17 in Kenora, which led to a temporary closure of the highway in both directions from Kimberley Road to Longbow Lake Road. The highway has now reopened.

On Saturday, August 23, 2025, at approximately 12:15 p.m., officers responded to a serious collision involving an SUV and a pickup truck. The driver and passenger of the SUV, a 76-year-old female from Dryden and a 68-year-old male from Ottawa were pronounced deceased at the scene. Five other individuals, the occupants of the pickup truck, were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

OPP Technical Collision Investigators and Reconstructionist attended, alongside emergency crews. The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage from the area at the time of the incident is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

$185,000 Drug Bust

(KENORA, ON) – One individual is facing drug trafficking charges after a two-month investigation in Kenora.

In March 2025, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau, Kenora OPP Community Street Crime Unit, OPP Provincial Operations Intelligence Bureau, Kenora OPP, Kenora OPP Regional Support Team, Winnipeg Police Service and Treaty Three Police began an investigation into the trafficking of cocaine, methamphetamine and prescription drugs in Kenora and the surrounding area.

On May 6, 2025, the investigative team arrested an individual for alleged drug trafficking activity. Officers executed a search warrant on a residence and a vehicle, which was seized as offence-related property. The following items with approximate quantities were also seized:

  •         370 g of suspected cocaine
  •        350 g of suspected methamphetamine
  •         235 oxycodone tablets
  •         3,000 hydromorphone tablets
  •         $5,630 in Canadian currency

The estimated street value of the drugs seized is $185,000.

Larry SNOW, age 64 of Kenora, has been charged with the following five offences contrary to the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  •         Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – hydromorphone
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking – oxycodone

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on May 9, 2025.

Anyone with any information about the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illegal drugs should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

One Dead – Singh VARINDER Arrested

(KENORA, ON) – The Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a fatal collision that occurred on February 20, 2024.

On February 20, 2024, at approximately 9:30 p.m., members of the Kenora OPP Detachment, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 17A involving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) and passenger sport utility vehicle (SUV).

The driver of the CMV was pronounced deceased at the scene. The passenger of the CMV was transported to hospital by EMS to be treated for life-threatening injuries. The driver of the SUV sustained minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Singh VARINDER, 31-years-old of Brampton, Ontario, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Dangerous Operation causing bodily harm

·      Dangerous Operation causing death

The accused has been remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on May 12, 2025.

Traffic safety remains a top priority of the OPP and is a key component of the OPP’s public safety mandate. Investigations resulting in the loss of life and serious injuries can be complex to investigate. As the vast majority of fatal collisions are preventable, thorough and accurate investigations help ensure that motorists who cause these collisions are held accountable for their driving behaviours. The victims and their families deserve no less. 

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Rinelle TAYLOR Arrested For Assault

(KENORA, ON) – On Saturday, May 3, 2025, shortly before 5:00p.m., members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an assault in a parking lot on Park Street.

Officers quickly located the victim nearby, in front of a local store on Park Street, who sustained minor injuries from the assault

Through investigation, officers identified and located the suspect, who was arrested and charged accordingly.

As a result of the investigation, Rinelle TAYLOR, 31-years-old of Kenora, Ontario, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Assault

The accused was held for Bail and remanded into custody. She will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora at a later date.

Anyone with further information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Kenora OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Quinton TOM Arrested Again

(KENORA, ON) – Members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one individual following an incident involving threats in the downtown area of Kenora.

At approximately 2:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to a business on Chipman Street following a report of threats made toward a member of the public. Upon arrival, police located and arrested the suspect.

As a result of the investigation, Quinton TOM has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Uttering Threats – Section 264.1(1)(a)

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order – Section 733.1(1)

The accused was held remanded into custody and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora at a later date.

The OPP remains committed to community safety and encourages the public to report any suspicious or threatening behavior. Anyone with further information related to this incident is asked to contact the Kenora OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

John ANDERSON Was Arrested

(KENORA, ON) – On April 30, 2025, at approximately 12:30 a.m., members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an individual causing a disturbance.

Police were notified that suspect was yelling and striking vehicles in the area of Seventh Avenue South. Police located the suspect, who then resisted police direction as he was being placed under arrest.

As a result of the investigation, John ANDERSON, 42-years-old of Kenora, Ontario has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Causing a Disturbance

·      Resist Peace Officer

The accused was released from custody and will appear before the Ontario court of Justice at a later date.

The OPP would like to thank the public for their assistance in this matter. Anyone with further information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Kenora OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Jesse NEWELL Assaut & Threats

(KENORA, ON) – Members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and have arrested and charged an individual following several weapons calls in Kenora.

On April 30, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., Kenora OPP were dispatched to three reports of weapons complaints in a store parking lot on Miikana Way. Police attended and located the individual, who was taken into custody.

As a result of the investigation, Jesse NEWELL, 38-years-old of Nanaimo, British Columbia has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·        Assault with a weapon – two counts

·        Mischief under $5,000

·        Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose – two counts

·        Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm – two counts

The accused was held for bail and remanded into custody. He is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora at a later date.

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

One Sent To Hospital – OPP Invoke Silence & “SIU Mandate” #FilmThePolice #FTP

(KENORA, ON) – The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate in relation to an incident that took place in Kenora, Ontario.

On Saturday, April 26, 2025, shortly before 11:00 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Kenora Detachment observed a female with an outstanding bench warrant. The female was placed under arrest and transported to the Kenora OPP Detachment where she was subsequently lodged in cells and held for a bail hearing.

On Sunday, April 27, 2025, shortly before 2:00 a.m., the female prisoner went into medical distress. She was subsequently transported to the local hospital.   

The OPP has notified the SIU, which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will not be able to provide further information. Any other inquiries should be directed to [email protected].

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Jaelyn LANDON – Drunk Driving

(KENORA, ON) – The Easter Long Weekend Traffic Campaign has come to a close, with officers from the Kenora OPP detachment working diligently to keep the roads safe and prevent impaired driving.

On April 21, 2025, shortly before 4:00 p.m., members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a R.I.D.E. program on Norman Drive, in Norman, Ontario. A vehicle came to the R.I.D.E. program, and investigation determined that the driver had been consuming alcohol, and an approved screening device (ASD) test was administered. The driver failed the test and was arrested and transported to the Kenora Detachment where additional breath testing was completed.    

Jaelyn LANDON, 22-years-old, from Rat Portage First Nation, Ontario has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

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

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

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on May 8, 2025.

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.

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Robert GREEN – Drunk Driving

(KENORA, ON) – Members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were working hard this Easter long weekend keeping impaired drivers off our roads.

On April 17, 2025, shortly before 11:30 p.m., members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a R.I.D.E. program on Railway Street in Kenora, Ontario. A vehicle came to the R.I.D.E. program, and investigation determined that the driver had been consuming alcohol, and an approved screening device (ASD) test was administered. The driver failed the test and was arrested and transported to the Kenora Detachment where additional breath testing was completed.    

Robert GREEN, 32-years-old, from Ear Falls, Ontario failed has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on May 8, 2025.

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.