Category: Midland

(MIDLAND, ON) Officers from the Southern Georgian Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired‑related offences following a traffic stop last evening.

On February 24, 2026, at approximately 9:45 p.m., an officer stopped a pickup truck observed travelling at excessive speeds and operating unsafely on snowy roads on Simcoe County Road 93 and on Vindin Street in Midland.

During the investigation, the officer detected an odour of alcohol while speaking with the driver, who subsequently registered a “FAIL” on a roadside alcohol screening device. The driver was arrested and transported to the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, NEIL DRURY, 50 years old, of Tiny Township, Ontario, is charged with:

• Operation While Impaired – Alcohol
• Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused was released on an Undertaking and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on March 12, 2026. The driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days as per provincial regulations.

The OPP reminds motorists that impaired driving continues to be one of the leading causes of serious collisions and fatalities on Ontario roadways. If you consume alcohol, cannabis, or other drugs, please plan a safe ride home.

(MIDLAND AND BARRIE, ON) – Members of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) have arrested five individuals and executed two search warrants as part of an investigation into suspected drug trafficking in the Town of Midland and the City of Barrie.

On the afternoon of February 12, 2026, officers executed a search warrant at a residence on Bay Street in the Town of Midland. Five individuals were arrested inside the home, four of whom have been jointly charged. A fifth individual was taken into custody on an outstanding arrest warrant stemming from an unrelated investigation.

OPP Central Region Emergency Response Team and the OPP Canine Unit assisted with the execution of the Midland warrant. During the search, officers seized approximately 280 grams of cocaine and approximately $1,300 in Canadian currency.

As a result of the investigation, Jordan BROWN, 32 years, of Barrie; Shelly LEGAULT, 53 years, of Midland; Darin ROY, 52 years, of Midland; and Steven SUMMERS, 55 years, of Victoria Harbour, were jointly charged with the following offences:

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance (Cocaine) for the Purpose of Trafficking
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

Following the execution of the first warrant, members of the Southern Georgian Bay CSCU, with the assistance of Muskoka CSCU, executed a second search warrant at an apartment on Mary Street in the City of Barrie.

Officers seized approximately 635 grams of cocaine and over $40,000 in Canadian currency.

As a result of this investigation, Jordan BROWN faces additional charges of:

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance (Cocaine) for the Purpose of Trafficking
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

All accused were released on undertakings and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on March 26, 2026.

Anyone with information related to illegal drug activity is asked to contact the OPP at 1‑888‑310‑1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑TIPS (8477) or submit information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward.

(MIDLAND, ON) The Southern Georgian Bay OPP has charged a Tay Township resident following a reported break and enter at a home on Scott Street in the Town of Midland on February 8, 2026.

In the early evening, police were contacted by a homeowner who was away from the residence but observed, through a doorbell camera system, a suspect attempting to enter the home. The suspect was seen trying the front door before gaining entry through a back door.

Officers immediately responded to the area. While en route, officers located an individual matching the suspect description nearby and placed them under arrest.

During a search, officers located a concealed knife as well as a significant quantity of jewelry believed to be stolen.

Jamie DUBE, 45 years old, of Tay Township, is charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code:

• Break and Enter a Place – Commit Indictable Offence
• Theft Under $5,000
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
• Carry Concealed Weapon
• Fail to Comply with Probation Order (x1)

Dube was held in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice on February 9, 2026.

The Southern Georgian Bay OPP reminds residents of the value of home security systems and encourages the public to report suspicious activity immediately.

(MIDLAND, ON) Members of the Southern Georgian Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a possible impaired driver on Sunday afternoon, resulting in charges.

On February 1, 2026, at approximately 4:31 p.m., officers were dispatched to a 911 call reporting a possible impaired driver travelling in the east side of the Town of Midland. Multiple callers reported that a black pick-up truck was being operated erratically.

Officers quickly located the vehicle in the parking lot of a plaza on Midland Avenue. Witnesses confirmed that the driver had exited the vehicle and entered the store. Officers identified the individual upon exit and conducted a screening test. As a result, the driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for breath testing.

As a result of the investigation, Peter McCONNELL, 55 years, of Midland, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences, as well as Highway Traffic Act offences:

• Operation While Impaired
• Operation While Over 80 Milligrams

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on February 12, 2026. Upon being charged with impaired driving, the driver’s licence of the accused is suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle they were operating is impounded for seven days.

The OPP thanks the public for their assistance and reminds motorists that impaired driving is a serious threat to public safety. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired, call 9-1-1 immediately.

(MIDLAND, ON) The Southern Georgian Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver following a report from a concerned member of the public who observed a vehicle stopped at an intersection with the driver slumped over the steering wheel.

On January 14, 2026 at 6:15 p.m., responding officers attended the intersection of King Street and Yonge Street in the Town of Midland and located the vehicle stopped at the traffic signal. Police spoke with the driver, who appeared confused and displayed signs of impairment. As the investigation continued, officers formed grounds to believe the driver was impaired by drugs. The driver was arrested and transported to the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment to perform a drug recognition evaluation..

As a result, Cheyanne LESSARD, 31 years, of Midland faces the following Criminal Code charges:

• Operation while Impaired

The accused released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on January 29, 2026. In Ontario, drivers charged with impaired operation are subject to an immediate 90‑day driver’s licence suspension and a 7‑day vehicle impoundment.

Driving while impaired by drugs, including prescription or non‑prescription substances, is dangerous and against the law. OPP officers are trained to detect drug‑impaired drivers and have access to Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officers who are qualified to conduct evaluations when impairment is suspected.

(MIDLAND, ON) – The Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an OPP officer with impaired operation while on duty.

On Thursday, January 15, 2026, Southern Georgian Bay OPP officers initiated an impaired operation investigation involving one of their members. 

As a result of the investigation, Christopher PROUT, a 39-year-old Southern Georgian Bay OPP provincial constable with 17 years of service, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol, section 320.14(1)(a) 

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus), section 320.14(1)(b) 

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on Monday, February 26, 2026.

In accordance with the Community Safety and Policing Act, the officer has been suspended with pay. The OPP Professional Standards Unit is conducting a parallel internal investigation.

The OPP remains committed to maintaining public trust and confidence, and ensuring members are held to the highest standards of professionalism and accountability.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Southern Georgian Bay OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca. 

(MIDLAND, ON) – Members of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested an individual in connection with an assault with a weapon that occurred in Midland in November.

On Monday, November 24, 2025, at approximately 3:00 a.m., officers responded to a report of an injured male requiring medical assistance after being assaulted with an edged weapon at a residence on Lindsay Street. Attending officers located the male victim inside the residence. The suspect had fled prior to police arrival.

Uniform officers were assisted by members of the detachment Major Crime Unit during the investigation.

On January 7, 2026, members of the detachment Community Street Crime Unit (CSU) and arrested the suspect in downtown Midland. Charged is Michael Collins, 33 years of Midland, with the following Criminal Code offences:

• Aggravated Assault
• Assault with a Weapon
• Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
• Failure to Comply with a Release Order

The accused was held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice and remains in custody.

Investigators would like to advise that this was an isolated incident and there was no evidence of a threat to the broader public.

Anyone with information about crime in our community is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous means you will not testify in court, and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(MIDLAND, ON) – Members of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision early Saturday morning that resulted in an impaired driving arrest.

On December 27, 2025 at approximately 4:48 a.m., officers were dispatched to Ontario Street near Sixth Street in Midland after a passerby reported a vehicle stuck in a snowbank and suspected the driver was impaired.

Upon arrival, officers observed a black sedan in the snowbank with a lone occupant. The individual provided conflicting accounts of who had been driving the vehicle.

During the investigation, officers determined the person was the driver and placed them under arrest for impaired operation. The accused attempted to flee on foot and actively resisted arrest before being taken into custody. At detachment, they refused to provide breath samples as required by law.

As a result of this investigation, Sebastian ADAMS, 31 years of Midland, is charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code as well as several Provincial Offences:

• Operation While Impaired
• Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand
• Resist Arrest

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on January 8, 2026.

The OPP reminds all motorists to plan ahead and make responsible choices. Use a designated driver, call a cab, take public transit, or stay overnight. Even small amounts of alcohol or drugs can impair your ability to drive safely.

(MIDLAND, ON) Impaired Driving Collision On December 1, 2025, at about 7:00 p.m., a single-vehicle collision was reported to police on Manly Avenue in the Town of Midland. Officers attended the scene and located a minivan that had left the roadway and was stuck in a snowbank.

Officers spoke with the driver, who showed signs of alcohol consumption. The driver provided a breath sample into a screening device and was arrested upon failing the test. The driver was transported to the detachment to provide further breath tests.

As a result of this investigation, Tara ELLIOTT, 49 years of Midland, faces the following Criminal Code charges:

• Operation While Impaired
• Operation While Over 80 Milligrams

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on December 18, 2025. Upon being charged with impaired driving, the accused’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

(MIDLAND, ON) – A driver is facing impaired driving charges after failing to stop at a stop sign in Midland earlier today, marking the second such incident in the area in just three days.

At approximately noon on October 29, 2025, a member of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was monitoring traffic at the intersection of Montreal and Eighth Streets, located within a designated Community Safety Zone. The officer observed a vehicle proceed through the stop sign without slowing or stopping.

Upon speaking with the driver, the officer noted signs of alcohol impairment. A roadside breath test was administered, resulting in a “Fail”. The driver was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Terry CHARLEBOIS, 57, of Midland, has been charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with the following offences:

• Impaired Operation
• Operation While Having Over 80 Milligrams of Alcohol per 100 Millilitres of Blood
• Disobey Stop Sign – Fail to Stop

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on November 13, 2025. Upon being charged, the individual’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP reminds all motorists to plan ahead and make responsible choices. Use a designated driver, call a cab, take public transit, or stay overnight. Even small amounts of alcohol or drugs can impair your ability to drive safely.

(MIDLAND, ON) – A driver is facing impaired driving charges following a fender-bender at a roundabout in Midland this afternoon.

On October 27, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., members of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision at the traffic circle on Simcoe Road 93 in the Town of Midland. While speaking with a driver who had rear-ended another vehicle, the investigating officer observed signs of alcohol impairment.

The driver provided a roadside breath sample, which registered a “Fail.” As a result, the individual was placed under arrest and transported to the detachment for further testing.

Following the investigation, Vanessa LINDE, 47, of Midland, has been charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with the following offences:

• Impaired Operation
• Operation Over 80 Milligrams
• G2 Driver – Blood Alcohol Above Zero

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on November 13, 2025. Upon being charged with impaired driving, the accused’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair your ability to make sound decisions.

(MIDLAND, ON) – On October 23, 2025, at approximately 11:45 a.m., officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a suspicious individual believed to be carrying a weapon near a local high school in the Town of Midland.

As a precautionary measure, the school was placed in a “Hold and Secure” protocol. This safety procedure restricts movement in and out of the building while allowing staff and students to continue regular activities inside. It is designed to ensure the safety of everyone while police conduct their investigation.

An increased police presence was deployed in the area of Cook Drive and Yonge Street. Officers quickly located and identified the individual in question. No weapon was found, and it was determined that no threats had been made. The hold and secure was lifted shortly before 12:05 p.m.

The Southern Georgian Bay OPP would like to thank the public and school staff for their cooperation and vigilance. The Ontario Provincial Police remains committed to protecting our communities, upholding the law, and preserving public safety.