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OPP Traffic Notes In Review For The Week In North Simcoe

(MIDLAND, ON)– Officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were kept busy with traffic investigations during the past week on roadways in North Simcoe. With students back in school, drivers had extra vehicular traffic to contend with including school buses and pedestrian traffic and community safety zones.

Officers focused their patrol time to school zone areas as well in the outlying areas such as Vasey Road, Old Fort Road, Simcoe County Roads 6, 27 and 93 which resulted in numerous instances of enforcement action being taken primarily for speeding offences which is one of the “Big Four” contributing factors of serious crashes along with seat belt usage, distracted driving and impaired driving.

On September 8, 2025 at 7:11 a.m. a 31 year old Elmvale male driver was stopped on Vasey Road, Tay Township and charged for stunt driving after being clocked at 123 km/hr in an 60 km/hr zone resulting in a vehicle impound / 30 day drivers licence suspension and a date in Provincial court. Side note, the driver also faces a charge under the Cannabis Control Act.

Twelve crashes were investigated on area roadways and officers responded to 25 traffic complaints initiated by the public and called into the OPP Communication Centre for such things as possible impaired drivers, speeders and in one incidence a report of a passenger sitting atop the roof of the car heading up Cedar Point Road in Tiny Township. 14 R.I.D.E. (reduce impaired driving everywhere) programs were setup throughout the Detachment area at all hours of the day/night checking over 200 drivers for signs of impairment in an effort to improve road safety.

IMPAIRED DRIVING INCIDENTS

1) Officers were dispatched at 11:55 p.m. September 10, 2025 to a report of a suspicious vehicle parked in a restricted parking spot at a William Street, Midland housing complex. Officers found two occupants passed out in the vehicle and upon awaking and speaking with the driver, made an arrest and entered into an impaired by drug investigation. Further investigation at detachment with the assistance of an OPP Drug Recognition (DRE) officer has resulted in the following criminal charges for 35 year old Mitchell Alan ELLERY of Merrickville.

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court

And further with the Provincial Offence of

  • Fail to surrender accessible parking permit

The accused was held for a bail hearing and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date. The accused was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

2) OPP officers were dispatched at 10:26 p.m. September 10, 2025 to a report of a possible impaired driver accompanied by a number of intoxicated individuals parked in a restricted parking spot at a Simcoe County 93 Midland fast food restaurant. Attending officers spoke with the driver and entered into a drinking and driving investigation resulting in 47 year old Rachel SECORD of Penetanguishene being charged criminally with the following offences.

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Theft Under $5000

The accused was released and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on October 23, 2025 and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

A secondary property related investigation at Detachment resulted in 32 year old Dylan CAMPBELL also of Penetanguishene being charged criminally with the offences of,

  • Theft Under $5000
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused was released and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on October 23, 2025.

Remember to give the kids the brake and be extra vigilant in school zones, community safety zones and anywhere else school buses are stopping to load and unload children – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14HsBcUCdz1/

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

File #E251235891 & #E251236105

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Another Drug & Weapons Bust – Names Released

(MIDLAND, ON) – As part of an ongoing investigation, two individuals are facing charges following the execution of a search warrant at a Midland residence which resulted in a significant seizure of contraband items related to the drug trade.

On August 13, 2025, officers from the OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachments and uniform members, executed a search warrant at an apartment on Hugel Avenue in the Town of Midland with two arrests made at the scene.

Investigators seized a significant amount of property including contraband and proceeds of crime listed below. (see submitted photograph)

  • Significant quantity of cocaine and crack cocaine, purple fentanyl, opioid pills
  • 3- samurai swords
  • Victor 8-shot pistol
  • Drug paraphernalia
  • 2- Stihl concrete construction saws
  • Hunting bow
  • Canadian currency

As a result of this investigation, Shaun BEERMAN, 40 years of Midland, is accused of the following charges contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Possession of an Opioid for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Traffic in Schedule 1 Substance – Cocaine

And further offences contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm (2 counts)
  • Unauthorized Possession of Weapon (2 counts)
  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order (3 counts)
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 (2 counts)

.The accused remains in custody awaiting to appear before bail court and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

Also charged is Heather SUNDAY 35 years of Midland with the following offences contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Other Drugs

And further offences contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

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

Investigators ask that anyone having knowledge of this investigation or other criminal activity to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be submitted online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

File – RM25183987

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2 More Impaired Drivers – KIROLLOS & DOYLE

(MIDLAND, ON)- Two separate impaired driving investigations over the weekend by OPP, one by alcohol, one by drugs point to the fact that driving while impaired by drug or alcohol or both is impaired driving.

An officer from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while on patrol at approximately 10:46 p.m. August 9, 2025, came across a vehicle parked in a retail parking lot of Heritage Drive, Midland with a lone occupant who upon checking had a quantity of cannabis readily available. A further investigation led the officer to enter into an impaired by drug investigation and transported the driver to detachment for further investigation with the assistance of an OPP officer trained as a drug recognition expert (DRE).

As a result of this investigation 41 year old Meina KIROLLOS of Ajax has been charged criminally with Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on September 4, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

At 2:16 a.m. August 9, 2025, officers on patrol tended to a vehicle that was attempting to reverse out of a retail parking lot on Hugel Avenue, Midland upon the officers approach. The lone occupant was spoken to by officers and a drinking and driving investigation was commenced resulting in a further investigation at Detachment.

As a result, 31 year old Luke DOYLE of Tay Township has been charged criminally with the offences of Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs and further with Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on September 21, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

File # E251069220, E251074145

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Drug Bust – Brian CADIEUX & Michael Richardson

(MIDLAND, ON) – Two individuals are facing charges following the execution of search warrants on two Midland homes which resulted in a significant seizure of contraband items related to the drug trade.

On July 31, 2025, officers from the OPP Community Street Crime Units (CSCU) from the Southern Georgian Bay, Huronia West and Collingwood Detachments and uniform members, executed search warrants at homes on Simcoe Road 93 and William Street in the Town of Midland. One individual was arrested during the search and another with links to the investigation was arrested in the following days.

Investigators seized a significant amount of property including contraband and proceeds of crime listed below:

  • Significant quantity of Cocaine and Morphine pills
  • .22 caliber rife and ammunition
  • Over $50,000 of Canadian currency
  • Drug paraphernalia of Money Counter, Vacuum Sealer and Packaging Materials
  • 2014 Dodge Journey
  • Jewelry

As a result of this investigation, Brian CADIEUX, 38 years of Midland, is accused of the following charges contrary to the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Possession of an Opioid for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Traffic in Schedule 1 Substance – Cocaine
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

In addition, Michael Richardson 28 years of Midland, is accused of the following charges contrary to the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Possession of an Opioid for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

The accused parties were charged and held for a bail hearing to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice.

Investigators ask that anyone having knowledge of this investigation or other criminal activity to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be submitted online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Tiny Hit & Run Results In Impaired Charge

(MIDLAND, ON)- An early morning single vehicle crash in Tiny Township has resulted in an Tiny Township resident being the subject of an impaired driving investigation after a vehicle left the roadway and struck a utility pole.

Officers of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded after the OPP Communication Centre received a report on July 25, 2025, at approximately 1:35 a.m. involving a black Ford pick up truck that had left the roadway and struck a pole on Champlain Road near Tiny Concession Road 16.

The lone driver was located and an impaired driving investigation was commenced which later concluded at Detachment with 45 year old Michael LEGAULT of Tiny Township being charged with the following criminal driving offences.

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous operation

And further with the following Provincial Offences of.

  • Fail to Remain
  • Fail to have Currently Validated Plates

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on August 7, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

File # E250986601

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Livestock Fraud – Stephanie REDLICK

(MIDLAND, ON) – A livestock fraud investigation originating in Tay Township has resulted in livestock related fraud charges for a North York resident.

Members of the Crime Unit attached to the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) initiated a fraud investigation in February 2025 in relation to a complaint involving transportation and financial irregularities of livestock being transported from a farm in Tay Township and and sold at a Cookstown stockyard sale in September of 2024.

Through investigation, a suspect who was known to police was identified and a warrant for the arrest of the suspect was issued upon the completion of the investigation. An interaction on June 27, 2025, resulted in the warrant being acted upon by Toronto Police Service with an arrest.

Charged in relation to this investigation is Stephanie REDLICK 28 years of North York with the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

  • Obtaining by False Pretence – Over $5000
  • Fraud Over $5000
  • Theft Over $5000
  • Make Forged Document

The accused has been released and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on July 24, 2025.

OPP Investigators ask that anyone having knowledge of this or similar investigations to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Paul COUSINEAU – Drunk Driving

(MIDLAND, ON)- A report of a possible impaired driver on Highway 400 by another motorist to the OPP Communication Centre has led to the investigation of an Orillia resident for impaired driving.

Officers of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded after receiving the report on June 26, 2025 at approximately 1:24 a.m. involving a north bound pick up truck which was located and stopped at the Gibson Lake Road and Highway 400 ramp.

Conversation was had with the driver and an impaired driving investigation was commenced which later concluded at Detachment with 51 year old Paul COUSINEAU of Orillia being charged with the following criminal driving offences.

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

And further with the following Provincial Offences of.

  • Fail to have insurance card
  • Fail to produce permit
  • Driving while under suspension

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on July 10, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

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Cocaine Bust – Brian BEAUSOLEIL

(MIDLAND, ON) – An officer from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) operating a cruiser equipped with a Automated Licence Plate Reader (ALPR) has led to a number of illegal drug and driving related investigations for a Midland area resident on King Street, Midland after a vehicle stop at approximately 12:51 a.m. June 25, 2025.

The officer stopped a black Chevrolet Colorado on King Street, near Elizabeth Street and entered into a Highway Traffic Act investigation. Further interaction with the driver by the officer led to the seizure of approximately 30 grams of a substance believed to be cocaine, $3200 of Canadian currency along with an assortment of drug trafficking related paraphernalia after a search at the scene.

Charged is Brian BEAUSOLEIL 63 years of Midland with the following offences.

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

Contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act

And further with the following Provincial Offences Act charges

  • Drive motor vehicle – No insurance
  • Drive motor vehicle while under suspension

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the August 7, 2025. The involved vehicle was towed in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

Anyone who may have information on drug related activity and wants to make a difference in making our communities safer is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

File # E250821415

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Drug & Weapons Bust – Names Released

(MIDLAND, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, an arrest has been made along with a significant seizure of drugs and Canadian currency after members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed search warrants simultaneously at a Penetanguishene residence and a Midland retail store at approximately 9:30 a.m. June 18, 2025

Officers from the OPP Community Street Crime Units (CSCU) from the Southern Georgian Bay, Muskoka, Huronia West and Collingwood Detachments along with members of the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU) and Canine Unit (K-9) and detachment uniform members executed search warrants at a Gignac Drive, Penetanguishene and Midland Avenue, Midland locations resulting in the arrest of 34 year old Tajuddin SHAHABUDDIN of Penetanguishene and the seizure of the following items.

  • ·Significant amounts of Crystal Methamphetamine, Cocaine (powder), Crack Cocaine, Codeine pills, Dilaudid (Morphine) pills, Lorazepam pills, Oxycodone pills
  • Brass knuckles, 100 rounds 9mm ammunition
  • Approximately $47,000 of Canadian currency
  • Drug paraphernalia of Digital Scales, Vacuum Sealer and rolls of bags

The accused has been charged and held for a bail hearing and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  at a future date on the following charges.

  • Possession Schedule 1 Substance for Purpose of Trafficking – Crystal Methamphetamine
  • Possession Schedule 1 Substance for Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession Schedule 1 Substance for Purpose of Trafficking – Crack Cocaine
  • Possession Schedule 1 Substance- Cocaine

Contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act

And Further With

  • Possession Proceeds Obtained by Crime Over $5000
  • Possess Prohibited Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon
  • Fail to Comply – Probation Order

Contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

This is a continuing investigation and investigators ask that anyone having knowledge of this investigation to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Aggravated Assault – Jayson PEARCE Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON) – Members of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made an arrest in relation to an assault with a weapon investigation that had occurred in the town of Midland over the weekend.

On Friday June 13, 2025, at approximately 11:13 p.m., officers responded to a report of an injured male requiring medical assistance after being assaulted by an individual with an edged weapon at a Yonge Street, Midland motel. Attending officers at approximately 11:18 p.m., located and took over first aid duties from bystanders tending to a male victim outside in the parking lot and after a brief investigation the suspect was located at the scene and arrested.

Uniform OPP investigators at the scene were assisted by members of the Detachment Major Crime Unit, Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Forensic Identification Services (FIS).

Charged is Jayson PEARCE 26 years of Midland with the offence of Aggravated Assault contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada.

The accused was held for a bail hearing and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

The membership of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment would like to thank the civilians who without hesitation selflessly assisted the 45 year old male victim of Midland who was transported by Simcoe County Paramedics to an area hospital for treatment of injuries sustained in the assault and later released.

Investigators would like to advise that they believe this to be an isolated incident and there is no threat to public safety but do remind all members of the public to be aware of their personal safety at all times.

Southern Georgian Bay OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Tiny, Tay, Georgian Bay and the Towns of Midland and Penetanguishene, by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety. If you have any information about crime in our community please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report minor occurrences online by visiting www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have any information on this crime or any other crime. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

 File # E250763129

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More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON)- A disturbing streak of local impaired driving investigations by officers of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continued over the weekend. Officers were called on last week on June 3 and June 5 and were further called upon to conduct impaired driving investigations on June 6, 7 and 8, 2025.

On June 6, 2025 at approximately 11:03 p.m. officers responded to a report from a community member of a possible impaired involved in a traffic incident on First Street, Midland. An officer conducting a follow up patrol located the suspect vehicle on Robert Street East, Penetanguishene at 11:27 p.m. and commenced an impaired driving investigation after making a traffic stop and speaking with the driver.

As a result, 21 year old Penetanguishene resident Adam WRIGHT has been charged with the criminal offence of Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) in relation to this investigation

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on June 19, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

On June 7, 2025 at approximately 6:15 p.m. a community member reported a possible impaired driver in a Midland Avenue, Midland retail parking lot and the responding officer located the suspect vehicle shortly afterwards at approximately 6:31 p.m. in a Simcoe County Road 93, Midland retail parking. An impaired driving investigation was commenced upon the officer speaking with the driver.

As a result of this investigation, 57 year old Midland resident Wayne SHATFORD has been charged criminally with the offences of Operation while impaired – alcohol and further with Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on June 26, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

Lastly, at approximately 9:50 p.m. on June 8, 2025, an officer heading east on Heritage Drive, Midland from Detachment on route to a call for service noticed the apparent driving of the eastbound vehicle directly ahead and made a traffic stop resulting in the officer entering into an impaired driving investigation upon speaking with the driver.

As a result of this investigation, 42 year old Midland Alpesh Kumar PATEL has been charged criminally with the following driving offence of Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) and further with the provincial offences of Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor, Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor.

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on June 26, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

File # E250737495, E250731359, E250726991

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Brock THERRIEN – Drunk Driving

(MIDLAND, ON)- Another report of a possible impaired driver by a community member to the OPP Communication Centre this time on Highway 93, Tiny Township has resulted in an impaired driving investigation of a Midland resident by officers of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

At approximately 2:15 p.m. June 5, 2025 an officer was dispatched to investigate the complaint and shortly thereafter located and stopped the suspect red Dodge pick up on Highway 12, Midland near the Detachment.

The officer spoke with the driver and entered into an impaired driving investigation resulting in 30 year old Brock THERRIEN being charged criminally with the following driving offences.

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

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on June 19, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

File # E250716991

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Steven REECE – Impaired Operation

(MIDLAND, ON)- A report of a possible impaired driver by a community member to the OPP Communication Centre on Angela Schmidt Foster Road, Midland has resulted in an impaired driving investigation of a Midland resident by officers of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

At approximately 3:08 p.m. June 3, 2025 an officer was dispatched to investigate the complaint and shortly thereafter located the suspect vehicle in a retail parking parking on Simcoe County Road 93, Midland.

The officer spoke with the driver and entered into an impaired driving investigation resulting in 62 year old Steven REECE being charged criminally with the following driving offences.

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

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on June 19, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

File # E250709250

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19 Year Deceased Following Motorcycle Collision

(MIDLAND, ON) A motocycle operator has succumbed to his injuries following a single vehicle motorcycle collision this afternoon.

On May 30, 2025 just before 5:00 p.m., members of the Southern Georgian Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended Curry Road in the Town of Midland in response to a report of a collision. Officers located an injured male near a badly damaged motorcycle.

Simcoe County Paramedics performed life-saving measures and transported the operator to a local hospital however he was pronounced deceased. The collision victim is a 19 year-old male of Tay Township.

OPP Traffic Collision Investigation (TCI) members are currently in attendance to assist with the investigation. Curry Road between Midland Point Road and Tay Point Road is expected to be closed late into the evening.

This investigation is on-going however it is not believed that any other vehicles were involved.

Southern Georgian Bay OPP are asking for anyone who may have witnessed, has video/dash cam footage or information relating to the collision and has not yet spoken with police, to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Jurgen SUMANN Was Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON) – A call to the OPP Communication Centre by a community member at approximately 6:10 p.m. reporting a possible impaired driver operating a black Dodge pick up leaving a Simcoe County Road 93, Midland retail store parking lot has led to an OPP investigation involving drugs.

Officers of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) commenced an investigation into the complaint which led them to an Olive Street, Midland address where they located the suspect vehicle and spoke with the driver.

The officers entered into an impaired by drug investigation which was continued with the assistance of an OPP Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officer and as a result of this investigation 58 year old Jurgen SUMANN of Midland has been charged criminally with Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the July 10, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment members would like to remind the motoring public to drive sober; this includes drug consumption as well. Impairment by drugs is a crime under the Criminal Code and drivers are subject to the same penalties as those who are charged with driving while impaired by alcohol. A charge of impairment by drugs involves all drugs, be it prescription, over-the-counter and those that are illegal. We and our road safety partners consistently remind motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.