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65 Year Old From Harriston Charged – Details Released

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Traffic Management Unit lay 11 charges under the Highway Traffic Act, and over 10 verbal warnings to both driver and business.

On July 8, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m., the Wellington County OPP Traffic Management Unit were conducting a proactive traffic enforcement initiative, and initiated a traffic stop on a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) on Wellington Road 109 within the Town of Minto.

As a result of the investigation, a 65-year-old from Harriston is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Drive commercial motor vehicle with a major defect in it or in drawn vehicle
  • Insecure load – commercial motor vehicle
  • Fail to accurately complete daily inspector report
  • Overweight on tires …kg. liftable axle lifted
  • Improper tires – commercial motor vehicle
  • Overweight single axle (single tires) …kg. Class A Highway – liftable axle lifted
  • Improperly drive commercial motor vehicle with a minor defect in it or drawn vehicle

Additionally, a business associated to the traffic stop is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Fail to ensure performance standards are met
  • Improper tires – commercial motor vehicle
  • Fail to ensure under-vehicle inspection is conducted properly
  • Permit operation of commercial motor vehicle with load not secured as prescribed

Further, both the driver and the business were given verbal warnings for an additional 10 plus offences.

All accused involved are scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Guelph at a later date.

Commercial motor vehicle (CMV) collisions carry unique risks. Due to the size and weight of these large vehicles, when they are involved in a collision – especially on a highway – the outcome can be catastrophic. CMVs can weigh more than 60,000 kg. (132,277 lbs). When combined with speeds ranging from 80 to 105 km/h, these vehicles generate significant momentum and energy, giving them the potential to cause extensive loss of life, injuries and property damage. The OPP recognizes that there are many safe, responsible CMV drivers who contribute to safe roads in Ontario.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Nicholas YARKIE – Impaired Driving

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – On July 5, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a person driving a lawn tractor down the street in the area of Dufferin Street and Nelson Street, in Palmerston.

Police arrived on scene and spoke to the operator of the lawn tractor.

As a result of the investigation, Nicholas YARKIE, 26-years-old of Palmerston, was charged with:

– Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs contrary to the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on July 18, 2025.

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19 Year Old From Chatsworth Arrested

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Chatsworth resident with two criminal charges stemming from an impaired driving investigation.

On June 15, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were made aware of a single motor vehicle collision, involving a truck losing control and landing into a nearby ditch off Minto Street North within Clifford.

As a result of the investigation, Jesse JUONI, a 19-year-old of Chatsworth is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

There were no injuries as a result of the collision.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on June 24, 2025.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

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Noah FELSBOURG Was Arrested

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – On May 25, 2025, at approximately 12:15 a.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a vehicle stopped on the side of the road on Wellington Road 2 east of Clifford. 

As a result of the investigation, Noah FELSBOURG 24-years-old of Southgate Township, was charged with:

– Operation While Impaired – alcohol and drugs contrary to the Criminal Code

– Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on June 3, 2025.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000

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24 Year Old From Palmerston Arrested For Threats

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – On April 23, 2025, the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of threats which took place at an address in Palmerston and entered into an intimate partner violence investigation.

As a result of the investigation, a 24-year-old of Palmerston has been charged with two counts of Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm contrary to the Criminal Code. 

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph at a later date. 

Victims of sexual assault and intimate partner violence are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Wellington. If you are in immediate crisis, dial 911. 

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Pedestrian Rundown In Palmerston Then Airlifted To Hospital

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on scene with a motor vehicle collision on Main Street West within Palmerston, involving a pedestrian being struck.

On April 15, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., the Wellington County OPP received a report that a pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle on Main Street West within Palmerston. The pedestrian has since been transported by air ambulance to a trauma centre with non-life-threatening injuries.

The driver of the motor vehicle was not injured.

Main Street West was closed as a result of the collision but has since been reopened.

The investigation is still ongoing. Updates will be provided as they become available.

The OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team was consulted, and the Wellington County OPP is conducting the investigation.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or has information, such as dashcam footage, that could assist with this ongoing investigation is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.csgw.tips where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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One From Wingham Charged In Palmerston

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Wingham resident, alongside a business in-relation to a traffic stop within Wellington County.

On March 26, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the Wellington County OPP Traffic Management Unit was conducting proactive traffic enforcement and initiated a traffic stop on a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) on Main Street West within Palmerston.

As a result of the investigation, a 67-year-old from Wingham is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Defective brakes
  • Fail to complete daily inspection report forthwith after inspection

Additionally, a business associated to the traffic stop is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Permit operation of unsafe combination of vehicles – commercial motor vehicle
  • Fail to ensure performance standards are met
  • Fail to supply driver with daily inspection schedule
  • Operate commercial motor vehicle – no valid CVOR certificate
  • Permit operation of vehicle – fail to display inspection sticker or proof

CMV collisions carry unique risks. Due to the size and weight of these large vehicles, when they are involved in a collision – especially on a highway – the outcome can be catastrophic. CMVs can weigh more than 60,000 kg. (132,277 lbs). When combined with speeds ranging from 80 to 105 km/h, these vehicles generate significant momentum and energy, giving them the potential to cause extensive loss of life, injuries and property damage. The OPP recognizes that there are many safe, responsible CMV drivers who contribute to safe roads in Ontario.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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62 Year Old From Clifford Arrested

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Clifford resident with impaired driving in relation to a single motor vehicle collision.

On March 17, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP attended the scene of a single motor vehicle collision on Creek Road, just outside of Clifford within the Town of Minto.

As a result of the investigation, Carrie WHETHAM, a 62-year-old of Clifford is charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

There were no injuries as a result of the collision.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on March 28, 2025.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Carrie Whetham Was Arrested

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – On March 17, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single motor vehicle into a ditch at the intersection of Creek Road at Wellington Road 2, in Clifford.

As a result of the investigation, Carrie Whetham, 62-years-old of Clifford, was charged with:

– Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs contrary to the Criminal Code

– Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) contrary to the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on March 28, 2025.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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18 Year Old Ditch Drunk Driver Arrested

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – On March 16, 2025, at approximately 12:15 a.m. Wellington County OPP attended a collision involving a single motor vehicle into the ditch on Wellington Road 5 near Wellington Road 109, in the Town of Minto.

As a result of the investigation, Bradley BOELKE, 18-years-old of Mount Forest, was charged with:

– Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs contrary to the Criminal Code

– Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) contrary to the Criminal Code

No injuries were reported as a result of the collision.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on March 25, 2025.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Listowel Repeat Offender Arrested Again #WaitInTheTruck

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) On March 9, 2025, Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged a Listowel resident in relation to an intimate partner violence investigation.

On March 9, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to an address in Palmerston to report of a person disobeying conditions of a court order.

As a result of the investigation, a 40-year-old of Listowel is charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with:

·      Fail to Comply with Release Order

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order

·      Breach of Recognizance

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victim(s).

Victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources listed below that are available to help:

·        Victim Services Wellington: 519-824-1212

·        Sexual Assault / Domestic Violence Care and Treatment Centre: 519-837-6440

·        Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis: 519-836-1110 or 1-800-265-7233

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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18 Year Old From Harriston Arrested: Details Released #WaitInTheTruck

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Harriston resident with two criminal charges in relation to an intimate partner violence investigation.

On February 18, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to a report of a disturbance at an address within Harriston.

As a result of the investigation, an 18-year-old of Harriston is charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

  • Assault – Spousal
  • Assault with a weapon – Spousal

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph at a later date.

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victim(s).

Victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources listed below that are available to help:

·        Victim Services Wellington: 519-824-1212

·        Sexual Assault / Domestic Violence Care and Treatment Centre: 519-837-6440

·        Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis: 519-836-1110 or 1-800-265-7233

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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22 Year Old From Mount Forest Facing Charges

(MINTO TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Mount Forest resident with two provincial offences.

On January 13, 2025, at approximately 10:15 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a traffic enforcement initiative when they detected a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed and initiated a traffic stop on Blind Line within Minto Township.

As a result of the investigation, a 22-year-old from Mount Forest is charged under the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Speeding 1 – 49 km/h over posted limit

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Guelph at a later date.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Murder – 2 Arrested

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two more individuals in connection with a 2019 kidnapping and homicide investigation.

On March 12, 2019, the body of Jason BROWN, a 43-year-old of Kitchener, was located in the Oshawa area of Durham Region.

As a result of the investigation, two additional individuals were charged contrary to the Criminal Code.

Mathew DRUMOND, 38 years old of London, was charged with:

  • First degree murder, section 465(1)(c)
  • Conspiracy to commit indictable offence, section 235(1)

The accused will make their next court appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on February 3, 2025.

Jessica MARTIN, 35 years old of North Perth, was charged with:

  • First degree murder, section 235(1)
  • Kidnapping, section 279(1)(a)
  • Obstruct justice, section 139(1) – three counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000, section 354(1)(a) – two counts

The accused will make their next court appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on February 3, 2025.

Investigators have previously charged three other individuals in relation to this investigation.

The Wellington County OPP Crime Unit continues to investigate under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch and with the assistance of the OPP Biker Enforcement Unit.

The Government of the Province of Ontario is offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the death of Jason John BROWN.

Anyone with information in relation to this investigation is encouraged to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or the nearest police authority. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

CIB File #: 955-10-2019-031

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23 Year Old Arrested In Minto

(MINTO, ON) – On January 1, 2025, at approximately 8:45 a.m. an officer from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment attended a call for service for a single motor vehicle in a ditch on Minto Road, in the Town of Minto.

As a result of the investigation, Liam M. PREVOST, 23 years-old of Drayton, was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – alcohol and drugs contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus contrary to the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on January 17, 2025.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.