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More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Three individuals have been charged following investigations into separate impaired driving incidents.

At approximately 10:56 p.m. on Friday, November 8, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Norfolk Street North in Simcoe, Norfolk County. During the operation, a vehicle was stopped, and the driver was assessed for sobriety.

As a result, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

50-year-old Michael WILLIAMS of Brantford, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offence:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

Around 10:02 a.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2024, Norfolk County OPP officers responded to a 9-1-1 call about a suspected impaired driver on Queensway East in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

Officers located the unoccupied vehicle on West Street in Simcoe and subsequently took the driver into custody without incident at a nearby location. They also confirmed that the vehicle had previously been reported stolen in Norfolk County.

30-year-old Brittany SNIVELY of Niagara Falls, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration,
  • Dangerous operation,
  • Driving while under suspension,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – other drugs,
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada,
  • Theft of motor vehicle.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.

Around 12:32 p.m. that same day, Norfolk County OPP officers responding to a single-vehicle collision on Nelson Street West in Port Dover, Norfolk County, where a sedan had struck a road sign and then fled the scene.

Officers later located the vehicle at a different address on Nelson Street West and took the driver into custody without incident.

47-year-old Ryan OLINSKI of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Sterling CHARD Was Arrested Again

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged with multiple offences, including drug trafficking, following a traffic stop in Simcoe.

At approximately 7:47 p.m. on Sunday, November 3, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment were on patrol they noticed a vehicle travelling on Talbot Street South in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

After stopping the vehicle on Court Street in Simcoe, Norfolk County, officers interacted with the driver, leading to the driver being taken into custody without incident.

While searching the driver and the vehicle, officers discovered and seized a quantity of suspected crack cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl.

36-year-old Sterling CHARD of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Obstruct Peace Officer,
  • Fail to surrender licence,
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle,
  • Fail to surrender insurance card,
  • Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit,
  • Failure to comply with Release Order – other than to attend court (two counts),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – heroin,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin).

The accused has been held in custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.

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More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals have been charged following investigations into separate impaired driving incidents.

At approximately 2:11 a.m. on Saturday, November 2, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a single-vehicle collision on Brantford Road in Windham, Norfolk County.

A vehicle travelling on Brantford Road reportedly veered off the road and into a ditch. No injuries were reported.

As a result, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

19-year-old Malcolm WILSON of Mono, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offences:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.

Around 12:03 a.m. on Sunday, November 3, 2024, Norfolk County OPP officers responded to a single-vehicle rollover on New Lakeshore Road in Port Dover, Norfolk County. No injuries were reported.

As a result, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

20-year-old Riley MCLEAN of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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2 Arrested After Stolen Vehicle Involved In Collision

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – A collision investigation related to a stolen vehicle has led to charges against two individuals.

At approximately 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment, along with the West Region OPP Emergency Response Team and the West Region OPP Canine Unit, responded to a single-vehicle collision on Concession 2 Townsend in Norfolk County.

A sedan, confirmed to have been stolen from an address in Brantford, Ontario, reportedly veered off the road and came to rest in a field, after which one of the occupants fled the scene on foot.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers located a passenger inside the vehicle and took them into custody without incident. The individual was subsequently transported to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

Subsequently, officers found the second suspect a short distance from the collision site. After a brief interaction, they were taken into custody. During the arrest, an officer was physically assaulted, though no injuries were reported. This suspect was also transported to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 28-year-old Julian CISZEWSKI of Burlington, Ontario:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 49-year-old Charles BEAMISH of Norfolk County:

  • Assault a Peace Officer,
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm (three counts),
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order,
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

The accused has been held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

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Kristy THOMPSON Charged Following Collision

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged as a result of a collision investigation in Simcoe.

At approximately 10:10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment, along with Norfolk County Paramedic Services, responded to a single-vehicle collision on Norfolk Street North in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that a pickup truck was travelling on Norfolk Street North when it veered off the road and collided with a hydro pole. No injuries were reported.

As a result, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 48-year-old Kristy THOMPSON of Norfolk County:

  • Dangerous operation.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.

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Home Invasion – 2 Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals have been charged in relation to an active home invasion investigation in Simcoe, while a third suspect remains at large.

At approximately 10:54 p.m. on Sunday, October 13, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a home invasion on Grove Street in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that three individuals unlawfully entered a residence on the property, where they interacted with seven occupants, some of whom reported minor injuries. The suspects were also armed with what appeared to be firearms during the incident.

Afterward, they fled the scene in a red sedan.

Around 10:32 a.m. on Thursday, October 17, 2024, the Norfolk County OPP Crime Unit executed a search warrant at a residence on Lockie Drive in Oshawa, Ontario.

As a result, two of the suspects were taken into custody without incident.

During the search of the residence and property, investigators located and seized a replica firearm along with the vehicle involved in the incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 24-year-old Akhil KRISHNAN of Oshawa, Ontario:

  • Assault (two counts),
  • Break, enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence,
  • Firearm – use while committing offence,
  • Forcible confinement (seven counts),
  • Mischief – obstructs, interrupts, or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property (two counts),
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was prohibited or restricted weapon,
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose,
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 26-year-old Ambady SAJEEV of Oshawa, Ontario:

  • Assault (two counts),
  • Assault with a weapon,
  • Break, enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence,
  • Firearm – use while committing offence,
  • Forcible confinement (seven counts),
  • Mischief – obstructs, interrupts, or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property (two counts),
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was prohibited or restricted weapon,
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose,
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm,
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm (two counts).

The accused individuals remain in custody and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, October 29, 2024.

Efforts to identify and locate the third suspect, who is described as a heavy-set male, are still underway.

The Norfolk County OPP Crime Unit is actively investigating and is seeking assistance from the public. Anyone with relevant information or home surveillance footage is encouraged to contact the Norfolk County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

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

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Jerry Lee GILBERT Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Following an investigation into stolen property, one individual has been charged after a search warrant was executed at a property on Windham Road 13.

In September 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment’s Preventing Auto Theft Unit, with support from the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), initiated an investigation into stolen property linked to an address on Windham Road 13 in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

Around 7:13 a.m. on Friday, October 25, 2024, the Norfolk County OPP Preventing Auto Theft Unit, along with the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU, executed a search warrant at the same address.

As a result, one individual was taken into custody without incident.

While searching the property, officers located and seized five stolen vehicles, two utility trailers, numerous vehicle parts, and vehicle accessories, with an estimated total value of $200,000.

Photographs of the recovered property are attached for reference.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 48-year-old Jerry Lee GILBERT of Norfolk County:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 – in Canada (five counts),
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $,5000 – in Canada (two counts).

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.

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Fatal Collision

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two people are deceased as a result of a motor vehicle collision in Townsend.

On October 19, 2024, at approximately 9:55 a.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County and Brant Detachment, Norfolk County Fire Department, Norfolk County Paramedic Services and Six Nations Paramedic Services responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a pickup truck and Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) at Cockshutt Road and Concession 3 Townsend.

As a result, the driver and passenger of the SUV suffered serious life-threatening injuries and were both pronounced deceased on scene. The pickup driver suffered minor injuries and was assessed by paramedics and released on scene.

OPP West Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement Team are continuing to investigate.

Cockshutt Road is currently closed between Concession 2 Townsend and Norfolk County Highway 19 East. It is anticipated that the closure will last for the next 6 to 8 hours while officers continue to investigate.

Further updates will be provided when new information becomes available.

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Jennifer KRUPA – Drunk Driving

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an investigation into an impaired driving incident in Simcoe.

At approximately 6:05 p.m. on Friday, October 4, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a two-vehicle collision on Norfolk Street North in Simcoe, Norfolk County. No injuries were reported.

As a result, one of the drivers was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 39-year-old Jennifer KRUPA of Norfolk County:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Careless driving.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Christopher YETMAN Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an investigation into a collision in Waterford.

At approximately 12:48 a.m. on Friday, October 4, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a single-vehicle collision on Highway 24 in Waterford, Norfolk County. No injuries were reported.

After conducting a roadside sobriety assessment, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 34-year-old Christopher YETMAN of Brantford, Ontario:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand,
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero,
  • Careless driving.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.

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3 Facing Assault Charges

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Three individuals have been charged in connection with separate assault investigations.

At approximately 9:21 a.m. on Friday, September 27, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated an assault on John Street in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that the victim was approached by an individual on the property and subsequently physically assaulted. The victim was then transported to an area hospital with minor injuries.

The suspect was later taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 64-year-old Kenneth LUCAS of Norfolk County:

  • Assault (two counts).

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe.

At approximately 11:19 p.m. on Friday, September 27, 2024, the Norfolk County OPP Detachment investigated an assault on Sydenham Street in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that a group of individuals was involved in a dispute at a business, which resulted in two of them physically assaulting the victim. Minor injuries were reported.

As a result, the suspects were taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 58-year-old Victor CARVALHO and 64-year-old Timothy SAUNDERS, both from Norfolk County:

  • Assault.

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

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More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals were charged following investigations into separate impaired driving incidents.

At approximately 7:25 a.m. on Friday, September 13, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a single-vehicle collision on Norfolk County Highway 24 East in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that the vehicle had collided with construction equipment on the roadway. No injuries were reported.

After assessing the driver’s sobriety at the scene, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 34-year-old Jesse MILLER of Norfolk County:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Dangerous operation.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.

At approximately 4:04 p.m. on Sunday, September 15, 2024, an officer from the Norfolk County OPP Detachment conducted a vehicle stop and investigation on Norfolk Street South in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

Following a roadside sobriety assessment, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 40-year-old Nicole DELONG POWER of Norfolk County:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Driving while under suspension (two counts),
  • Speeding 1-49 km/h over posted speed limit (two counts).

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Mark DA SILVA Was Arrested Again

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following a break-and-enter investigation in Simcoe.

At approximately 4:55 a.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a 9-1-1 call reporting a break-and-enter in progress on Sheridan Boulevard in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that an individual had unlawfully entered a residence on the property and fled on foot after being confronted by the homeowners. No items were reported missing or stolen from the residence.

Just before 7:00 a.m., patrolling officers located an individual matching the suspect’s description at an address on Oakwood Avenue in Simcoe, Norfolk County. The individual was taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 45-year-old Mark DA SILVA of Norfolk County:

  • Unlawfully in dwelling house,
  • Trespassing at night,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

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Drug Bust

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into drug trafficking, which involved the execution of a search warrant at a residence by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Haldimand/Norfolk Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

At approximately 12:08 p.m. on Monday, September 16, 2024, the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU attended a location on Highway 3 in Simcoe, Norfolk County, where they arrested the driver of a vehicle on sufficient grounds related to drug trafficking offences.

Upon searching the individual, officers discovered and seized a quantity of Canadian and American currency.

Around 12:52 p.m., the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU, supported by the West Region OPP Canine Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence on Oakwood Avenue in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

A search of the residence led to the discovery and seizure of a quantity of suspected cocaine and methyl​enedioxy​methamphetamine (MDMA), along with Canadian currency, drug paraphernalia, and a prohibited weapon.

Photographs of the seized items are attached for reference.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 35-year-old Justin HASKETT of Norfolk County:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – other drugs,
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 – in Canada,
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon.

The accused was held in custody until their bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, September 17, 2024.

The investigation is ongoing, and police anticipate additional arrests. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.

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Fatal Collision Update: Ahmad HAMMADEH Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged as part of an ongoing investigation into a fatal collision in Waterford.

On the afternoon of Sunday, September 15, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment arrested an individual in connection with a fatal collision involving a motorcyclist.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 19-year-old Ahmad HAMMADEH of Hamilton, Ontario:

  • Dangerous operation causing death.

The accused was held in custody until their bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Monday, September 16, 2024.

Shortly before 7 a.m. on Friday, September 13, 2024, officers from the Norfolk County OPP Detachment, along with the Norfolk County Fire Department and Norfolk County Paramedic Services, responded to a collision involving a motorcycle and an SUV on Thompson Road East in Waterford, Norfolk County.

As a result, the motorcyclist, a 23-year-old from Oxford County, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) Team is assisting with the investigation and encourages anyone who was travelling on Thompson Road East around the time of the collision to contact the Norfolk County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

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