Category: Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands

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Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands OPP Police Press Releases

James HAMMER – Drunk Driving

(NORTHEASTERN MANITOULIN AND THE ISLANDS, ON) – Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for erratic driving, which resulted in the arrest of the driver.

On March 31, 2024, shortly after 4:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting general patrol on Water Street in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands. Police observed a motor vehicle driving in an erratic manner and conducted a traffic stop. 

Upon speaking with the driver, police were able to determine the driver had consumed alcohol beverages. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, James HAMMER, 36-years-old, from New Liskeard has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on April 16, 2024.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands OPP Police Press Releases

Douglas JENSEN Arrested & Facing Numerous Charges

(NORTHEASTERN MANITOULIN AND THE ISLANDS, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged following a traffic stop on Highway 6.

On March 31, 2024, shortly after 7:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol on Highway 6 in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands. Police conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle for a Highway Traffic Act violation.

Upon speaking with the driver, police were able to determine the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Douglas JENSEN, 45-years-old from M’Chigeeng First Nation has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Drive motor vehicle, no plates
  • Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero
  • Improper number plate light
  • Permit use of plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Drive motor vehicle, no permit

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on April 23, 2024.

The driver received a 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Tina POWELL – Drunk Driving

(NORTHEASTERN MANITOULIN AND THE ISLANDS, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged during a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) program.

On March 10, 2024, shortly after 12:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a R.I.D.E. program on Highway 6 near Townline Road.

A vehicle was stopped as police were able to determine that the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Tina POWELL, 49-years-old, from Manitowaning was charged with operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).  

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on April 16, 2024.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.