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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Cody BLAIN Was Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON) –  A suspicious vehicle call to the OPP Communications Centre caused officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to attend an Elizabeth Street, Midland address near 11:54 a.m. March 29, 2025 to conduct an investigation into the complaint.

Officers patrolled the area and spoke with an individual who was found to be wanted on outstanding charges by Detachment. Upon being arrested, was searched and resulted in an quantity of substance believed to be fentanyl to be seized.

Charged in connection to these investigations is Cody BLAIN 32 years of no fixed address Midland with the following offence

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (other than heroin) contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act (CDSA)

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

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations 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.

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Drug Bust – CRUISE

(MIDLAND, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) from Southern Georgian Bay and Orillia Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police executed a search warrant at a Highway 93 Waverly, Tay Township residential address at approximately 11:00 a.m. March 21, 2025.

CSCU investigators assisted by uniform OPP officers along with members of the OPP Central Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), seized a considerable quantity of a drug like substances believed to be Cocaine, Crack Cocaine, Codeine pills, over $28,000 Canadian currency, 2024 Jeep Wrangler, 2018 Mercedes C300, a conducted energy weapon (CEW) along with cell phones and other related drug paraphernalia.

Also seized was approximately $25,000 in high end purses, bags, clothing and jewelry alleged to have been obtained by the proceeds of crime.

Investigators have arrested and charged Chantal CRUISE 40 years of Tay Township with the following charges contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada and the Controlled Drug and Substances Act and who was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 1, 2025.

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada (three counts)
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Weapon
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Trafficking in Schedule I substance- Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin)

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations 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.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Krystal DAY Was Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON) –  A call to the OPP Communications Centre caused officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to enter an impaired driving investigation at a Yonge Street Midland address at approximately 10:54 a.m. March 21, 2025.

Upon the arrival of officers, the suspect vehicle was stopped in a parking lot at the address and upon speaking with the driver, the officer entered into an impaired by drug investigation. The accused was transported to Detachment and with the assistance of a OPP Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officer, the investigation was concluded.

As a result, 41 year old Krystal DAY of Midland has been charged criminally with the following offences.

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous operation

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the April 3, 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.

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Canadian Coast Guard Advises of Ice Breaking Activity in Midland Area

(MIDLAND,ON) –  Members of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP detachment would like to advise residents and visitors to North Simcoe of the upcoming ice breaking activity in the Midland Bay area as outlined in the following media release provided by The Canadian Coast Guard.

Sarnia, Ontario – The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents of Midland, Ontario that the CCGS Amundsen will carry out icebreaking operations in the Georgian Bay area on or around March 25, 2025. The purpose of this operation is to break up the ice to allow commercial vessels safe and efficient movement.

It is recommended that all traffic on the ice, including pedestrians, fishers, snowmobilers, and all-terrain vehicle operators, leave the ice during icebreaking operations. The ice may move, creating a real danger for anyone on it. Additionally, plan activities carefully and use extreme caution after operations are complete as the ice will remain unstable even once the icebreaker has left the area.

Icebreaking on the Great Lakes and connecting waterways is delivered through close co-operation between the Canadian and United States Coast Guards. By working together, the two Coast Guards ensure scheduled vessel traffic can move through the shipping channels and in and out of community harbours. Vessels will be assigned as needed to provide this service.

The date and assets are subject to change with no notice, as activities could begin before or after that period, depending on operational requirements or weather conditions.

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ASSANCE & ROPER Arrested

Through investigation and the assistance of community members, the two suspects have been identified and charged as follows.

Accused # 1 Barry Philip ASSANCE 40 years of Orillia was arrested and charged criminally with Theft Under $5000- SHOPLIFTING

and was released to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on April 4, 2025.

Accused # 2 Dillon William ROPER 32 years of Midland was arrested and charged criminally with Theft Under $5000- SHOPLIFTING and further with Fail to Comply with Probation Order

and was released to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on April 4, 2025.

Investigators wish to thank those community members & media partners who assisted in this investigation.

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Georgia Quanbury Was Arrested Again – Assault With Weapon

(MIDLAND, ON) One person was treated for wounds and another is facing charges following a dispute in a Midland apartment complex yesterday.

On February 14, 2025 at about 4:00 p.m., members of the Southern Georgian Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police(OPP) responded to an apartment complex on King Street in the Town of Midland following a complaint by a female saying that she had been stabbed during a dispute with another person.

Police located the victim, who was tended to by Simcoe County Paramedics and transported to hospital for her injuries which are not believed to be serious.

Officers entered into an investigation to locate the person responsible and were led to an apartment in the complex where a suspect was placed under arrest. During the investigation, it was learned that the suspect was bound by a release order with conditions following charges for a serious incident in the summer of 2024.

As a result of this investigation, Georgia Quanbury, 26 years of Midland was charged with the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code:

  • Assault with a Weapon
  • Utter Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm
  • Failure to Comply with Release Order

The accused was held for a bail hearing to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie on February 15, 2025.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety and crime prevention. If you have any information about crime in our community please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You can 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

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Dustin HEELS Was Arrested

(MIDLAND,ON) – A snowmobiler riding along the trail next to Aberdeen Boulevard, Midland this evening, rolled off a snow bank right out in front of two OPP officers on snowmobile patrol who then initiated a vehicle stop.

The officers attached to the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police entered into an impaired driving investigation at approximately 5:45 p.m. February 2, 2025, after speaking with the lone occupant of the Arctic Cat snowmobile. The driver was arrested at the scene and transported to Detachment for further investigation and a further scene investigation located numerous empty beer cans aboard the snowmobile. (See attached submitted OPP photographs)

As a result of this investigation, 41 year old Midland resident Dustin HEELS has been charged criminally with the following 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 the February 13, 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.

Snowmobiling is a wonderful sport for most family members to enjoy the great outdoors, but sadly we have to attend incidents involving snowmobiles being operated by persons who are suspected of being impaired, or operating carelessly and are tasked with an investigation that will have long lasting effects on all involved, victims and emergency services personnel.

  • Ride in control and to the trail conditions
  • Obey the posted speed limit.
  • Never, ever drive impaired
  • No Ice is Safe Ice

If you need to renew your snow vehicle registration you can visit a Service Ontario centre in person or visit the following site online https://cxp.mgcs.gov.on.ca/cxp-web/licence-plate-renewal/information or if you have a snowmobile related law question please visit the following site for your answer – Motorized Snow Vehicles Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.44 | ontario.ca.

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Dylan BATES Was Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON) –  An overnight single vehicle crash near Quarry Road, Severn Township lead members of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) into an impaired driving investigation and also closed the north bound lanes of Highway 400 for several hours.

Officers responded at approximately 11:18 p.m. January 26, 2025 to a report of a north bound single vehicle rollover into the centre median involving a small white car bearing Ontario plate #DAFY837 with two persons possibly trapped. Attending officers at the scene were assisted by Simcoe County Paramedic Services and Severn Township Fire Service in removing and triaging the two occupants and later transported them to an area hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

An on scene OPP investigator through investigation, made a determination who the driver was and entered into an impaired driving investigation.

As a result of this investigation Dylan BATES 30 years of Elmira has been charged criminally with the following offences.

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand – bodily harm

And Further with

  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor contrary to the Liquor Licence and Control Act

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the February 6, 2025, and also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and the subject of a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP conducts RIDE spot checks 24/7 throughout the year. 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 # E250107150

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Timothy NESSMAN Was Arrested Again!

(MIDLAND, ON) –  An observant officer from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while on patrol in downtown Midland, arrested a wanted individual which led to a further drug investigation.

Near 10:39 a.m. January 24, 2025, the officer noticed a northbound King Street cab had a passenger onboard known to be wanted on a detachment held judicial process and proceeded to conduct a traffic stop. The individual was arrested and during this arrest a further investigation was commenced with a quantity of drugs being located including a significant quantity of suspected blue fentanyl, gold fentanyl and oxycodone along with Canadian cash and drug paraphernalia was seized.(See attached submitted OPP photograph)

Charged in connection to this investigation is Timothy NESSMAN 49 years of Elmvale with the following offences.

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

Contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act

  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 – in Canada
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

Contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  at a future date.

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations 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.

Incident # E250095785

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2 Charged With Theft – Names Released

(MIDLAND, ON)- Two back to back retail shoplifting incidents have resulted in property related criminal charges for two area residents.

On January 9, 2025 at approximately 1:36 p.m. store security at the Canadian Tire store on Simcoe County Road 93, Midland reported to the Ontario Provincial Police Communication Centre .a significant theft of retail store products by a single suspect.

Shortly after the above incident was reported, store security of the Mark’s Clothing Store on Simcoe County Road 93, Midland reported a shoplifting incident with two suspects.

An officer from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment was assigned to investigate and through investigation the two suspects were identified arrested and charged at a a later date as follows.

Tyler PAUZE 35 years of Tiny Township was later arrested on January 11, 2025 and charged criminally with the following offences.

  • Theft Under $5000- SHOPLIFTING (two counts)

The second suspect was identified as Taylor DUPUIS 29 years of no fixed address Midland and charged criminally as follows.

  • Theft Under $5000- SHOPLIFTING

Both accused persons were held for a bail hearing and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on a future date.

Incident # E250034268

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Nathan FONTAINE Was Arrested Again

(MIDLAND, ON)- Two Midland residents have been charged in two separate shoplifting incidents dating back to December 2024 from the Midland LCBO store on Jones Road Midland.

On Dec 28, 2024 near 7:17 p.m. staff observed a very brazen theft of liquor products from the store by an individual and made a report to the Ontario Provincial Police Communication Centre.

An officer from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment was assigned to investigate and through this investigation Angus NOGANOSH 20 years of Midland was later arrested on January 16, 2025 and charged criminally with the following offences.

  • Theft Under $5000- SHOPLIFTING
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 6, 2024.

Incident # E241702530

On Dec 19, 2024 near 12:39 p.m. staff observed the theft of liquor products from the store by an individual who fled the scene on a bicycle without paying and made a report to the Ontario Provincial Police Communication Centre.

An officer from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment was assigned to investigate and through this investigation Nathan FONTAINE 32 years of no fixed address Midland was later arrested on December 31, 2024 and charged criminally with the following offences.

  • Theft Under $5000- SHOPLIFTING
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order (two counts)

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 30, 2024.

Incident #E241666695

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Martin MOORE Facing Fraud Charges

(MIDLAND,ON) – An unlocked vehicle entry followed by the unlawful use of credit cards has resulted in numerous charges after investigation for a Tay Township resident.

A member of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment responded to a call placed by the victim to the OPP Communication Centre reporting the unlawful use of credit cards from a wallet that disappeared during the overnight of December 27/28,2024 from a parked vehicle on Aberdeen Boulevard, Midland.

Victim reported being notified by financial institutions of unauthorized transactions in excess of $500 and through investigation, the officer was able to identify a suspect and made an arrest at approximately 10:54 a.m. December 29, 2024.

Charged in connection to this investigation is Martin MOORE 34 years of Tay Township with the following criminal offences.

  • Use of Credit Card (two counts)
  • Fraud Under $5000
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada (three counts)
  • Breach of Recognizance

The accused has been released to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on February 6, 2025.

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2 Charged With Theft – Meth A Factor

(MIDLAND, ON)- A call at approximately 9:08 p.m. December 27, 2024 to the Ontario Provincial Police Communication Centre for a shoplifting offence from security services at the Walmart Store on Heritage Drive, Midland has resulted in the arrest of two Midland area residents. The following individuals were observed by store security security leaving with unpaid merchandise and later identified through investigation.

Robyn Patricia COPEGOG 33 years of Midland was arrested and charged criminally with the following offences.

  • Theft Under $5000- SHOPLIFTING
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Resist Peace Officer

And further with the Controlled Drug and Substance offence of

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

Taylor DUPUIS 29 years of no fixed address Midland was also arrested and criminally charged with the following offences.

  • Theft Under $5000- SHOPLIFTING
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

The accused persons were both released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on February 6, 2024.

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Jacob Thomas WALLIS Was Arrested Again

(MIDLAND, ON) – Members of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment  have been participating in the Festive Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere R.I.D.E. program on OPP patrolled roadways and trails here in North Simcoe. With the combination of recent significant snow fall and cold weather, some local snowmobile trails are reporting limited conditions and as such, officers have also been conducting R.I.D.E. checks on these trails in the interest of trail safety.

Since the Provincial Festive R.I.D.E kick off on November 21, 2024, officers have conducted the R.I.D.E. program at one hundred and five separate locations and have stopped over 1570 vehicles along with 44 snow machines, checking drivers for signs of impairment.

Of interest is an incident that occurred at approximately 11:51 p.m. December 22, 2024 when officers operating a R.I.D.E. program on Heritage Drive between King Street and William Street, Midland observed an approaching vehicle veer off into a factory parking lot. The driver fled the scene by running through the factory building and through investigation the driver was identified along with the rightful owner of the vehicle which was towed from the parking lot.

At approximately 1:28 a.m. December 23, 2024, officers arrested Jacob Thomas WALLIS 25 years of Midland for a court order violation and a property related offence as follows.

  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

All charges contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

The accused is currently in custody for a bail hearing and will be appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice  at a later date.

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Another Pedestrian Struck

(MIDLAND, ON) –  A report near the noon hour on December 18, 2024, to the OPP Communication Center of an elderly pedestrian being struck by a vehicle on King Street sent officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to investigate.

Supported by members of the Midland Fire Service, County of Simcoe Paramedic Service the 80 year old female Midland resident was triaged and transported to an area hospital by paramedics and then onward to a Toronto trauma hospital for treatment of serious injuries suffered in the crash.

The pedestrian was struck while crossing King Street between McMurtry Road and Robert Street at approximately 12:09 p.m. by a white Chevrolet being operated by a 74 year old male of Midland.

The investigation into the cause of the crash continues under the direction of OPP Central Region Technical Traffic Collison Investigators.

Thanks to the Town of Midland Roads Department in helping to maintain the road closure on King Street that was lifted shortly after 5:00 p.m.