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2 Arrested At Traffic Stop

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – Two people are facing charges after a traffic stop in the Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI) Township.

On January 28, 2025, at approximately 4:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of an unattached plate on a passing vehicle by the Automated Licence Plate Reader (ALPR). Police initiated a traffic stop on Highway 6 in the NEMI Township, and further investigation resulted in the two occupants being arrested.

Additionally, police seized approximately 89g of suspected cocaine, with an estimated street value of $9,000, approximately 30g of suspected fentanyl, with an estimated street value of $9,000, approximately 60g of tobacco, and Canadian currency.

As a result, the driver, Arun SINGH, 25-years-old from Sudbury, was 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 – other drugs
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Drive motor vehicle, no permit
  • Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The passenger, Tuqur JONES, 27-years-old from Oshawa, was 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 – other drugs
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Consuming liquor in unauthorized place

Both accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Sudbury on January 29, 2025.

All OPP patrol vehicles are equipped with ALPR technology. ALPR has proven to be an effective way to increase the efficiency of discovering and conducting investigations related to both traffic and criminal offences. It does so by detecting licence plates that are linked to occurrences such as wanted or missing persons, stolen vehicles, stolen and unattached plates, suspended/prohibited drivers, vehicles associated with AMBER Alerts and other serious occurrences.

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Jeffrey SHAWANA Was Arrested

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person is facing charges after a single vehicle collision in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI) Township.

On January 23, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a vehicle rolled over in the ditch on Highway 540 in the NEMI Township. The driver was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries by Manitoulin-Sudbury Paramedic Services. Through further investigation, police determined that the driver had consumed an alcoholic beverage, and an arrest was made.

As a result, the driver, Jeffrey SHAWANA, 38-years-old from M’Chigeeng First Nation, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on February 25, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that if you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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Jamie DEBASSIGE Was Arrested Following Collision

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person is facing charges following a single vehicle collision.

On January 20, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call for a single motor vehicle collision (MVC) on Highway 551 in M’Chigeeng First Nation. Through further investigation, police determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance, and an arrest was made.

The driver of the vehicle was transported to a local hospital by Manitoulin-Sudbury Paramedic Services as a precaution.

As a result, the driver, Jamie DEBASSIGE, 33-years-old from M’Chigeeng First Nation was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration
  • Fabricating evidence
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on February 25, 2025.

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Collision & Cocaine Bust – Names Released

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – A single vehicle collision has resulted in two people being arrested and approximately $9,000 of suspected drugs seized.

On January 9, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a vehicle collision on Highway 6 near Birch Island. The two occupants of the vehicle were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Police determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance, and an arrest was made.

Additionally, a search resulted in police seizing approximately 40g of suspected cocaine, with an estimated street value of $4,000, approximately five grams of suspected crack cocaine, with an estimated street value of $800, and approximately 15g of suspected fentanyl, with an estimated street value of $4,500.

As a result, the driver, Amanda PELTIER, 42-years-old from Wikwemikong, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Dangerous operation
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – opioid
  • Fail to provide required document

The passenger, Leroy ESHKAWKOGAN, 37-years-old from Wikwemikong, was 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
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000

Both accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on February 25, 2025.

The OPP has highly trained Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) officers who are skilled in the detection and investigation of drug impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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20 Year Old Suspended Driver Arrested

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged with impaired operation resulting from a traffic stop on Meredith Street East, Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands Township.

On January 9, 2025, at approximately 3:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle when the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) alerted officers to a suspended driver. Further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested.

As a result, the driver, Jordan PITAWANAKWAT, 20-years-old from Birch Island, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Driving motor vehicle with unsealed container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on February 11, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that if you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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3 Arrested In Drug Bust – Names Released

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – A traffic stop on Highway 6 in Little Current has resulted in three individuals being arrested.

On December 31, 2024, at approximately 3:30 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) with assistance from the United Chief and Councils of Manitoulin Police Service Commission (UCCM), were made aware of a vehicle travelling southbound on Highway 6 that may be in possession of drugs.

OPP located the suspect vehicle in Little Current and initiated a traffic stop. Three people were arrested, and a search resulted in officers seizing approximately 120g of suspected cocaine, with an estimated street value of $12,000.

As a result, the driver, Jay PITAWANAKWAT, 50-years-old from Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation, was charged with Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine.

The passenger, Darcy MCCOMBER, 45-years-old from Garson, was charged with Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine.

The second passenger, George Corbiere, 63-years-old from Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation, was charged with Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine.

The three accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on February 25, 2025.

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31 Year Old Drunk Driver Arrested

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – A Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check on Meredith Street East at the Little Current swing bridge resulted in one person being arrested for impaired operation.

On December 29, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE check on Meredith Street East at the Little Current swing bridge. A vehicle came through the RIDE, and officers detected the odour of an alcoholic beverage coming from the driver, along with other signs of impairment. Further testing on scene resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, the driver, Myles PITAWANAKWAT-JACKO, 31-years-old from Birch Island, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on January 21, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that the Festive RIDE season is now. The public can expect to see an increased police presence throughout the province, as OPP officers conduct RIDE checks 24/7. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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Zackery BURNETT Arrested After Multiple Complaints

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person has been arrested and is facing impaired related charges following a traffic complaint on Whites Point Road in the Township of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI).

On December 25, 2024, the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint about a possible impaired driver leaving a business in Little Current. A second traffic complaint was received from a different individual, reporting that a pickup truck, which matched the description from the first complaint, had backed into the ditch on Whites Point Road, NEMI Township. Officers attended the scene, and further investigation led to the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, the driver, Zackery BURNETT, 29-years-old from Little Current, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Novice driver – B.A.C above zero
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on February 25, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that the Festive RIDE season is now. The public can expect to see an increased police presence throughout the province, as OPP officers conduct RIDE checks 24/7 until January 1, 2025. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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3 Arrested After Hit & Run

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – Three people have been arrested and charged following a traffic complaint of a damaged vehicle driving unsafely on Highway 6, Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI) Township.

On December 7, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint about a damaged vehicle hitting the shoulder on Highway 6 in the NEMI Township. Officers conducted a traffic stop.

Further investigation on scene resulted in police seizing a handgun, ammunition and Canadian Currency.  

As a result, the driver, Keddon MITCHELL, 26-years-old from Brampton, was charged with:

  • Carrying concealed weapon
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of prohibited firearm with ammunition
  • Possession of a prohibited ammunition
  • Transport firearm in a careless manner
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Fail to report accident
  • Fail to remain
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Operate unsafe vehicle

The passenger, Delandra MCFARLANE, 25-years-old from Brampton, was charged with:

  • Carrying concealed weapon
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Transport firearm or ammunition in a careless manner
  • Possession of prohibited firearm with ammunition
  • Possession of prohibited ammunition
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000

The second passenger, Moneel CHARLES, 21-years-old from Brampton, was charged with:

  • Carrying concealed weapon
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Transport firearm or ammunition in a careless manner
  • Possession of prohibited firearm with ammunition
  • Possession of prohibited ammunition
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000

All three accused were held in custody and appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Sudbury on December 8, 2024.

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TRUDEAU Facing Attempt Murder Chage

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – The Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is releasing the names of the arrested individuals in relation to the recent shooting investigation in Wikwemikong Unceded Territory.

On November 28, 2024, the Manitoulin OPP assisted the Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS) with a shooting investigation that occurred in the area of Rabbit Island Road and Tomas Lane in Wikwemikong Unceded Territory. As a result of the altercation, one person sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Two people were safely taken into custody that same day.

As a result of the investigation, Terrance TRUDEAU, 26-years-old from Wikwemikong, was charged with:

  • Attempt to commit murder using a prohibited firearm, section 239(1)(a) of the Criminal Code (CC)
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm, section 91(1) CC
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine, section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)

Additionally, Shauna LIMIN, 28-years-old from Whitefish River First Nation, was charged with:

  • Accessory after the fact to commit indictable offence, section 463(b) CC
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm, section 91(1) CC
  • Obstruct peace officer, section 129(a) CC

Both accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Gore Bay on November 29, 2024, and were remanded into custody.

The investigation is being conducted by the Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS) and the Manitoulin OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch.

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-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Joshua FOGAL – Impaired Driving

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person has been charged with impaired operation following a single motor vehicle collision.

On November 5, 2024, at approximately 10:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision, where a pickup truck went into the ditch at the intersection of Highway 542 and Perivale Road West, Campbell Township.

While speaking to the driver police determined alcohol had been consumed and the driver was arrested for impaired operation. The driver was transported to the Little Current detachment for further testing, where he refused to provide a breath sample.

As a result, the driver, Joshua FOGAL, 31-years-old from Carnarvon Township, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Refusal to comply with demand

The pickup truck was impounded for seven days, and the driver’s licence was suspended. The driver did not require medical attention. 

The accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court on November 6, 2024, and was remanded into custody.

The OPP wants to remind the public that if you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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Derek LAVIGUEUR Was Arrested

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged following a traffic complaint.

On June 4, 2024, shortly before 1:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on Highway 6. The vehicle was traveling southbound towards Little Current and unable to maintain its lane.

Police located the vehicle on Meredith Street and conducted a traffic stop. Upon speaking with the driver, police were able to determine the driver was impaired. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Derek LAVIGUEUR, 44-years-old from Sudbury has been charged with operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on July 2, 2024.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.