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OPP Officer Caught Drunk & Driving On Duty Suspended With Full Pay #Drunk&Armed

(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. 

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Repeat Offender Justin Jackson Arrested Again #3Strikes

(MIDLAND, ON) On January 14, 2026, at approximately 12:46 a.m., members of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP responded to a call for service on Lescaut Road in the Town of Midland after a citizen reported detaining an individual involved in criminal activity to their property.

The citizen observed the suspect entering their truck through a home security camera alert and intervened, restraining the individual until officers arrived. Police arrived within minutes and took custody of the person without further incident. After arresting and identifying the individual it was discovered that they were bound a Probation Order.

As a result of this investigation, Justin Jackson, 37 years old, of Penetanguishene, faces the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Mischief – contrary to Section 430(1)(a) of the Criminal Code
  • Trespass at Night – contrary to Section 177 of the Criminal Code
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order – 4 counts

The accused was released on conditions to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

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Michael Collins – Aggravated Assault

(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.

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Sebastian ADAMS Was Arrested

(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.

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3 More Impaired Drivers: MACPHAIL, RAND & POWLESS

(TINY TOWNSHIP, GEORGIAN BAY TOWNSHIP, MIDLAND, ON) – Officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police were kept busy last Saturday with impaired driving investigations, which led to three drivers facing several charges.

On December 6, 2025, at about 6:00 a.m., officers along with the Tiny Township Fire Department responded to a crash alert from a cellular phone on Rue Lafontaine East in Tiny Township. A vehicle was located in the ditch with the airbags deployed, and officers located a person in the back seat of the car. The individual told officers that another person was driving the car when it left the roadway; however, officers determined that the person in the back seat was the one who had been driving at the time of the collision. Officers had grounds to believe the driver had been drinking alcohol and administered a roadside screening test. The driver was arrested based on the results; however, they refused to provide further samples.

As a result of this investigation, Derek MACPHAIL, 22 years of Tiny Township, faces the following charges contrary to the Criminal Code:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Breath Demand

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Later that morning, at about 9:30 a.m., several citizens called police to report a red pickup truck being driven in an erratic manner, travelling northbound on Highway 400 in Georgian Bay Township. Witnesses observed the truck cross into the southbound lanes and get stuck on the shoulder. The driver freed the truck and, at one point, was travelling northbound in the southbound lanes of the highway. Officers were unable to find the truck at the time of the call; however, it was located at about 11:30 a.m. on South Bay Rd., near Highway 400, with someone sleeping in the back seat. Officers attended with paramedics to speak with the individual, who was displaying signs of alcohol impairment. They were arrested but refused to provide a breath sample.

As a result of this investigation, Riley RAND, 26 years of Parry Sound, faces the following charges contrary to the Criminal Code:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Breath Demand

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On December 6, 2025, at about 9:00 p.m., officers were stopped at the side of the road, preparing to commence a RIDE spot check on Harbourview Drive in the Town of Midland. A vehicle pulled over, and the driver rolled down the window to ask for directions. Upon speaking with the driver, the officer had concerns that they were under the influence of alcohol. A roadside test was administered, and a “Fail” was registered. The driver was arrested and transported to detachment to provide further breath samples.

As a result of this investigation, Edward POWLESS, 47 years of McDougall, faces the following charges contrary to the Criminal Code:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Over 80 Milligrams

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The accused parties from the above occurrences were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland at a later date. 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. To report suspected impaired drivers, call 911 or the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Tara ELLIOTT – Drunk Driving

(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.

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More Impaired Drivers – Holly EDWARDS, Jessica MENZIE & Alexander SIBBALD

(MIDLAND, ON) Members of the Southern Georgian Detachment of the OPP were kept busy this week enforcing Impaired Driving laws. The Ontario Provincial Police remains committed to keeping our roads safe and is appreciative when concerned citizens call 911 to report drivers that they feel are under the influence.

On November 8, 2025 at around 8 p.m. a member of the Southern Georgian Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police(OPP) was travelling on Harbourview Drive in the Town of Midland and observed a vehicle crossing the centre line. The officer stopped the vehicle on Fuller Avenue and following a conversation with the driver there was a suspicion that they had been consuming alcohol. The officer demanded a breath sample and the driver registered a “Fail”. They were arrested and transported to detachment for further breath samples.

As a result of this investigation, Holly EDWARDS, 40 years of Tiny Township facing the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation Over 80 Milligrams
  • Drive Left of Centre – Approaching Crest of Grade

On November 10, 2025 at around 10 p.m., a call was received from a citizen who observed a vehicle travelling on Bayshore Drive in the Town of Midland which lost control, striking a telephone pole in the snowy weather. The driver of the vehicle stopped briefly but then left the scene of the collision. Police were nearby and followed fresh tracks in the snow which led them to a residence on Queen Street. The officer observed a vehicle matching the description of the suspect vehicle parked behind the home. Further investigation led police to the driver who was arrested for for failing to remain at the scene. The officer noted signs of alcohol consumption and demanded the driver provide a breath sample however they refused. The individual was transported to detachment.

As a result of this investigation, Jessica MENZIE, 30 years of Midland, is accused of the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with a Demand

On November 11, 2025 just after 6 p.m. Police received a called from a concerned citizen who had observed a individual who appeared to be impaired, walking out of a King Street restaurant and getting behind the wheel. A description of the vehicle was provided and an officer located it travelling on nearby Elizabeth Street in the Town of Midland. The officer spoke with the driver and observed signs of alcohol impairment. The driver was placed under arrest and transported to detachment to provide breath samples.

As a result of this investigation, Alexander SIBBALD, 72 years of Midland faces the following charges contrary to the Criminal Code:

  • Impaired Operation
  • Operation While Over 80 Milligrams

The accused parties from the above occurrences were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on November 27, 2025. Upon being charged, the individual’s driver’s licence is suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle they were operating is 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.

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Terry CHARLEBOIS – Drunk Driving

(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.

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Vanessa LINDE – Impaired Operation

(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.

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Another School Goes Into Hold And Secure

(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.

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19 Year Old Facing Murder Charge

(MIDLAND, ON) – One individual is in custody following a serious incident that occurred on Hanna Street in Midland yesterday afternoon.

On Sunday, October 19, 2025, just after 5:30 p.m., officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a stabbing inside a residence on Hanna Street in the Town of Midland. Upon arrival, officers located a 64-year-old male suffering from serious injuries.

A suspect was found elsewhere within the residence and was taken into custody without incident.

Once the scene was secured by responding officers, the injured male received essential care from Simcoe County Paramedics and the Midland Fire Department. He was first transported to a local hospital and subsequently transferred to a Toronto-area hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Griffin BLACK, 19 years old, of Midland, ON, has been charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

  • Attempt to Commit Murder
  • Assault with a Weapon
  • Aggravated Assault

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on October 20, 2025. 

Police presence in the area has decreased however officers continue to investigate at the scene of the incident. A thank you to community concern for a family pet that escaped the home during the incident, the pet is safe and has been returned.

Investigators are asking anyone with information related to this incident to contact the Southern Georgian Bay OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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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.