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Teen Arrested Following Edged Weapon Incident

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – A young person has been charged in connection with an investigation into property damage at a residence in Walsingham.

On Saturday, August 16, 2025, at approximately 3:58 p.m., members of the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of property damage on South Street in Walsingham.

The investigation determined that two individuals were involved in an interaction inside a residence, during which one person used an edged weapon to damage property within the home.

As a result, a 15-year-old resident of Norfolk County was arrested and charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose,
  • Mischief under $5,000 – two counts.

The accused, whose identity is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe at a later date.

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Jessica WETHERUP – Assault

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an investigation into a dispute that led to an assault in Walsingham.

On Friday, August 15, 2025, at approximately 12:20 p.m., members of the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a dispute on Allan Street in Walsingham.

The investigation revealed that two individuals were involved in an interaction on the property, during which one person physically assaulted the other. No injuries were reported.

As a result, 31-year-old Jessica WETHERUP of Norfolk County was arrested and charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Assault.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

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Dallas JEROME – Drunk Driving

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in connection with an impaired driving investigation near Simcoe.

At approximately 7:32 a.m. on Thursday, August 14, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 9-1-1 call about a suspected impaired driver on West Street in Simcoe.

Officers located the vehicle on Highway 3 just outside of Simcoe and, following a roadside sobriety test, took the driver into custody without incident.

As a result, 44-year-old Dallas JEROME of Haldimand County was 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, August 26, 2025.

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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Drug Bust – KICK & KERR

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals have been charged following a drug trafficking investigation conducted by members of the Haldimand/Norfolk Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

At approximately 1:14 p.m. on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU, with assistance from the West Region OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit, executed a search warrant on Thames Street North in Ingersoll, Oxford County, as part of a Norfolk County drug trafficking investigation.

Officers located an individual inside a vehicle on the premises and arrested them without incident. A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of suspected fentanyl, cocaine, MDMA (ecstasy), hydromorphone, and drug-related paraphernalia, and the vehicle was also seized.

At approximately 3:28 p.m. that same day, officers executed a search warrant at a residence on Dundas Street in London, Ontario. One individual was arrested without incident, and the search resulted in the seizure of Canadian currency and drug-related paraphernalia.

As a result, 51-year-old Kenneth KERR of London, Ontario, was charged with the following alleged offences:

  • 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 a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin) – two counts,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order,
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

Also charged is 41-year-old Shannon KICK of London, Ontario, with the following alleged offences:

  • 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 a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin) – two counts,
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

The accused individuals remain in custody and are scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.

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Sheryl BERESTECKI – Theft

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in relation to two shoplifting incidents in Port Dover.

At approximately 1:31 p.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of shoplifting at a business on Main Street in Dover.

The investigation determined that an individual entered the store, concealed merchandise, and attempted to leave without paying.

An officer located the suspect on the property and took them into custody. Further investigation revealed the same individual had been involved in a similar incident at another Main Street business reported the previous month.

As a result, 49-year-old Sheryl BERESTECKI of Norfolk County was charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting – two counts.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

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Jacob VANEVERA – Impaired Driving

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in relation to an impaired driving investigation in Simcoe.

At approximately 7:26 p.m. on Sunday, August 10, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 9-1-1 report of a suspected impaired driver on Austin Crescent in Simcoe.

Officers located the vehicle and, following an interaction with the driver, took them into custody without incident.

As a result, 42-year-old Jacob VANEVERA of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand,
  • Have care or control of vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available,
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

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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Philip ESSON Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an investigation related to a residence in Simcoe.

At approximately 11:03 a.m. on Sunday, July 27, 2025, members of the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), with support from the West Region OPP Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit, responded to a suspected break and enter to a residence on Blueline Road in Simcoe.

The investigation determined that an individual prohibited from being on the property unlawfully entered the home.

The individual was not located at the time of the incident; however, they were located in the vicinity of the residence and taken into custody without incident the following morning.

As a result, 63-year-old Philip ESSON of Norfolk County was charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Fail to comply with Probation Order – two counts.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Monday, July 28, 2025.

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Juwon GOLDSON – Assault, Mischief, Etc.

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – One individual has been charged following a police response to a disturbance in Simcoe.

At approximately 10:39 p.m. on Friday, July 18, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a disturbance on South Drive in Simcoe.

The investigation revealed that a group of individuals had been involved in an interaction at the location, during which one person physically assaulted two others. No injuries were reported.

As a result, 31-year-old Juwon GOLDSON of St. Catherines, Ontario, was arrested and charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Assault – two counts,
  • Obstruct Peace Officer,
  • Being intoxicated in public place,
  • Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment, or operation of property.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

The OPP reminds community members that under the Liquor Licence and Control Act, 2019, it is illegal to be intoxicated in public places where the general public is invited or allowed access, or in any shared areas of residences with multiple dwellings.

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Elvis HOWE & Samuel CATRY Arrested Following Collision

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals have been charged in connection with separate impaired driving collisions.

At approximately 10:09 p.m. on Friday, July 18, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision involving a pickup truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV) on Concession 13 Townsend in Simcoe. No injuries were reported.

After conducting a roadside sobriety test on the SUV driver, officers took the individual into custody without incident.

As a result, 49-year-old Elvis HOWE of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • 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, September 2, 2025.

At approximately 6:49 p.m. on Sunday, July 20, 2025, the Norfolk County OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a pickup truck on Nixon Road in Simcoe.

Through investigation, it was determined that the pickup was travelling along Nixon Road when it left the roadway and struck a tree. No injuries were reported.

Following an interaction with the driver, officers took the individual into custody without incident.

As a result, 31-year-old Samuel CATRY of Frontenac County 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, August 5, 2025.

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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Fatal Motorcycle Collision

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision that occurred in the Wilsonville area.

At approximately 6:38 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with Norfolk County Paramedic Services and the Norfolk County Fire Department, responded to a collision involving a motorcycle on Indian Line near Wilsonville.

The investigation determined that the motorcycle was travelling along Indian Line when it left the roadway, causing the operator to sustain serious, life-threatening injuries. The individual, a 43-year-old from Six Nations of the Grand River First Nation, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Indian Line was closed for several hours between County Line and Cemetery Road; however, it has since reopened.

The West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) Team is assisting with the investigation and is asking anyone who was travelling on Indian Line and witnessed the collision – or has any relevant information – to contact the Norfolk County OPP 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.

Updates will be provided as soon as new information becomes available.

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Noah MARTIN Facing Numerous Charges

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – A young motorist is facing multiple driving-related charges after being stopped by police on Highway 3.

At approximately 2:34 a.m. on Monday, July 7, 2025, a member of the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Highway 3 in Delhi and initiated an investigation after observing a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed.

Following an interaction with the driver, the individual was taken into custody without incident.

As a result, 18-year-old Noah MARTIN of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand,
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed,
  • Speeding 50+ km/h over posted speed limit,
  • Novice driver refuse to provide breath sample,
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

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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Break & Enter – 2 Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals have been charged following a break-and-enter investigation in Port Dover.

At approximately 7:31 p.m. on Friday, July 4, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a break-and-enter at a residence Chapman Street East in Port Dover.

The investigation revealed that two individuals had unlawfully entered the home and then left the area in a vehicle.

One suspect was later located by officers on Patterson Street in Simcoe, and the second was located the following day on Regent Avenue in Port Dover. Both were taken into custody without incident.  

As a result, 26-year-old Chantel MARGETAN and 24-year-old Lily KOPCZYK, both residents of Norfolk County, have been charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Break, enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence.

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

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8 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Eight individuals have been charged as a result of separate impaired driving-related incidents over a one-week period.

At approximately 10:22 p.m. on Sunday, June 22, 2025, a Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer conducted a traffic stop and began an investigation on James Street in Delhi.

Following the interaction, the driver was taken into custody without incident.

As result, 33-year-old Viktor SEMCHYK from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

At approximately 2:09 p.m. on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, the Norfolk County OPP responded to a collision between a sport utility vehicle (SUV) and a sedan on Indian Line near Six Nations of the Grand River First Nation. No injuries were reported.

After conducting a roadside sobriety test, officers took the driver of the sedan into custody without incident.

As a result, 25-year-old Keenan BARNES from Brantford, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Dangerous operation,
  • Failure to comply with Release Order – other than to attend court – two counts.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Wednesday, July 3, 2025.

At approximately 10:16 p.m. on that same day, a Norfolk County OPP officer conducted a traffic stop and began an investigation on Donjon Boulevard in Port Dover.

After conducting a roadside sobriety test, the officer took the driver into custody without incident.

As a result, 26-year-old Gabriel BOODOO from Toronto, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drug,
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

At approximately 1:31 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, Norfolk County OPP officers were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Cockshutt Road in Simcoe when they stopped a vehicle and conducted a sobriety assessment of the driver.

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

20-year-old Chase BACHER from Haldimand County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • 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, July 15, 2025.

At approximately 8:05 p.m. that same day, the Norfolk County OPP responded to a 9-1-1 call regarding a suspected impaired driver on Howard Street in Waterford.

Officers located the vehicle and, following an interaction with the driver, took the individual into custody without incident.

As a result, 39-year-old Thomas FEATHERSTONE from Norfolk County 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, July 8, 2025.

At approximately 9:18 p.m. that same day, the Norfolk County OPP responded t oa similar call on Cedar Drive in Turkey Point.

Officers located the vehicle and, following an interaction with the driver, took the individual into custody without incident.

As a result, 54-year-old Donald MACKEY from Cambridge, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Operation while prohibited – legal restriction from any other act of parliament or provincial law,
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence.

The accused is schedule to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

At approximately 1:36 a.m. on Sunday, June 29, 2025, the Norfolk County OPP responded a single-vehicle collision involving an SUV on Highway 3 in Delhi. Minor injuries were reported.

Following an interaction with the driver, the individual was taken into custody without incident.

As a result, 29-year-old Michaela HEALEY from Oxford County has been charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

At approximately 3:43 p.m. that same day, the Norfolk County OPP responded to a two-vehicle collision involving a pair of sedans on Thompson Road West in Waterford. No injuries were reported.

Following a roadside sobriety test, one of the drivers was taken into custody without incident.

As a result, 25-year-old Zachary MACKINNON from Brantford, Ontario, has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Dangerous operation,
  • Obstruct plate,
  • Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

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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Drug Bust – Emily GASTON

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in connection with a drug trafficking investigation in Simcoe.

At approximately 8:24 p.m. on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, members of the Haldimand/Norfolk Community Street Crime Unit of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an individual on Masons Lane in Simcoe as part of an ongoing investigation.

A subsequent search resulted in the seizure of suspected cocaine, methamphetamine, and various drug-related paraphernalia.

A photograph of the seized items is attached for reference.

As a result, 38-year-old Emily GASTON from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.

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Dan MOCK Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an impaired driving investigation near Teeterville.

At approximately 7:50 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, 2025, a Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer conducted a traffic stop on Brantford Road, just outside Teeterville.

Following an interaction with the driver, the individual was taken into custody without incident.

52-year-old Dan MOCK from Oxford County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Speeding – 1-49 km/h over posted speed limit.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.

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.