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Alexandra COLEMAN Was Charged

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid a public mischief charge following an investigation.

On November 18, 2024, shortly after 2:00 a.m., police received a report regarding harassment involving two persons.

Through investigative avenues, one of the individuals was found to have provided a false statement.

On December 5, 2024, as a result of the investigation, Alexandra COLEMAN (age 32) from the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand, has been charged with public mischief, and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

Members of Northumberland OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 705-745-9000 or www.stopcrimehere.ca.

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3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three individuals with impaired in unrelated incidents this weekend.

On November 30, 2024, at approximately 9:00 a.m., police responded to a report from Emergency Medical Services (EMS) regarding a driver who appeared to be experiencing medical issues on the side of County Road 45 in the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand.

Officers arrived and were led into an impaired operation investigation where an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand was made. The driver complied and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a ‘Fail’ at which point they were arrested.

Keri SINE (age 49) from Norwood, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

–      Driver vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available.

On December 1, 2024, at approximately 10:30 a.m., EMS and police responded to a motor vehicle collision involving two passenger vehicles on Highway 401 eastbound in the Municipality of Port Hope.

Officers arrived on scene where two occupants of one vehicle had sustained non-life threatening, non-life altering injuries. The driver of the other vehicle was uninjured, and police made a Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) demand. With the result, the accused was arrested and transported to a local police station for further tests. There were no other injuries reported.

As a result, Paras KHAJURIA (age 30) from Lachine, Quebec, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

–      Dangerous operation.

On December 1, 2024, at around 6:50 p.m., OPP were on patrol on County Road 25, in the Township of Cramahe, when a passing motorist drew the attention of police to another driver who had parked on the Highway 401 off ramp and was walking down to the ditch.

Police spoke to the driver of the parked vehicle and began an impaired operation investigation. An ASD demand was made and the individual complied by providing a sample of their breath. With the result, the accused was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Afron MIFTARI (age 30) from Toronto, has been charged with:

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

In addition to a future court date for each driver, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

Our members would like to recognize and thank members of the public who continue to report suspected impaired drivers. Many of these drivers are caught because of concerned citizens being conscious of irregular or erratic driving behaviours that continue to put other motorists at risk.

However, you choose to celebrate this holiday season the Northumberland OPP encourages everyone to plan ahead and arrange for a safe ride home. Call a friend, call a cab or call Operation Red Nose. Remember that any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, please call 9-1-1.

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2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals with impaired related charges this past weekend.

The OPP)Festive R.I.D.E (Reduced Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign kicked off on November 21, 2024, and runs until January 1, 2025.

On November 23, 2024, at approximately 5:35 p.m., police responded to several traffic complaints regarding a van unable to maintain its lane travelling eastbound on Highway 401 in the Township of Cramahe.

Police observed a vehicle matching the description provided, parked in the parking lot of a service station on County Road 30 in the Municipality of Brighton. Upon speaking with the driver, officers entered into an impaired operation investigation. As a result, the individual was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Andrew CUTLER, 39-years-old, from Harwood, has been charged with:

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

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

On November 24, 2024, at around 12:40 a.m., OPP, Cobourg Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services responded to a report of a collision involving two passenger vehicles on Elgin Street West in the Township of Hamilton.

One of the drivers involved was treated by EMS for minor injuries. Upon speaking with the other driver, officers were led into an impaired operation investigation. The person was arrested and transported to a local police station for further tests. There were no other injuries reported.

As a result, Shakespeare NICHOLASPILLAI, 55-years-old, from Cobourg, has been charged with:

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

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Drive motor vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available.

In addition to future court dates for both the accused, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

The Northumberland OPP urges everyone to plan ahead and arrange for a safe ride home rather than drive while impaired. Call a friend, call a cab or call Operation Red Nose. Remember that any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, please call 9-1-1.

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Weapons Bust – Names Released

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged two individuals following an incident involving theft of firearms. 

On November 23, 2024, police responded to a report regarding the theft of a number of firearms from an address in the Township of Hamilton. The complainant believed the weapons to have been stolen in the previous two weeks. The majority of the firearms were recovered however among the unaccounted firearms, were shotguns and rifles. 

OPP began an investigation and on November 24, 2024, officers made an arrest in relation to the incident of theft.

Andrew DRYSDALE, 32-years-old, from Hamilton Township, has been charged with:

–      Unauthorized possession of a firearm – 14 counts

–      Possession of a weapon obtained by crime – 14 counts

–      Possession for the purpose of weapons trafficking

–      Transfer a firearm without authority

–      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm

–      Theft over $5,000

On November 24, 2024, at around 11:00 p.m., officers assisted by the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Emergency Response Team (ERT) and the Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), executed a search warrant at a location on John Street in the Town of Cobourg. 

Among the items seized, were rifles, shotguns, ammunition, a cellphone and approximately 17 grams of suspected Fentanyl with a street value of around $3,000.

As a result of the search, one individual was arrested and taken into custody. 

Benjamin STAPLES, 46-years-old, has been charged with:

–      Unauthorized possession of a firearm – 14 counts

–      Possession of a weapon obtained by crime – 14 counts

–      Possession of a firearm contrary to a prohibition order

–      Knowledge of unauthorised possession of a firearm

–      Transfer firearm without authority

–      Breach of firearms regulation – store firearm or restricted weapon

–      Traffick in Schedule I Substance – Fentanyl.

This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. 

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Glenn CHADBAND Was Arrested

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with multiple offences following a complaint from a member of the public.

On November 9, 2024, at approximately 2:05 p.m., OPP received a 9-1-1 call regarding a passenger vehicle travelling north on County Road 45 in the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand. The caller advised the vehicle was swerving and unable to maintain its lane.

Officers stopped the described vehicle on County Road 35 in the Municipality of Trent Hills. Through investigation, the driver was found to be suspended from driving and subsequently placed under arrest. Police made an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand which was not complied with by the accused. Cannabis and unmarked cigarettes were also located as a result of the incident.

Glenn CHADBAND, 41-years-old, from Campbellford, has been charged with:

–       Failure of refusal to comply with demand

–       Driving while under suspension

–       Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

–       Possess unmarked cigarettes.

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

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More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three more drivers with impaired operation.

On November 1, 2024, at around 8:40 p.m., police responded to a report from Emergency Medical Services (EMS) regarding a motorist who had come to a stop in the hard shoulder on County Road 29 in the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand.

Officers arrived and upon speaking to the driver, entered into an impaired operation investigation which resulted in the accused being arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Open liquor was observed in the passenger vehicle and through investigation, it was found that the individual had been towing a trailer which had become detached and was located nearby on Community Hall Road. The accused was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests. No injuries were reported and there were no other persons involved.

Dwyte JOHNSTON, 60-years-old, from Warkworth, has been charged with:

–       Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

–       Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

–       Insecure load.

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

On November 2, 2024, shortly before 11:00 a.m., OPP were conducting speed enforcement on Highway 401 eastbound in the Municipality of Port Hope. An officer observed a pickup truck travelling at a speed of 153 Km/h.

The vehicle was stopped, and an officer utilised Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) by making a demand for breath into an Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied and as a result, the individual was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Vincent BOURRE, 26-years-old, from Clarington, has been charged with:

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

–       Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. The 90-day ADLS was initiated along with a 14-day vehicle impound.

On November 3, 2024, at approximately 3:25 a.m., an officer located a pickup truck facing the wrong way at the on ramp leading to Highway 401 eastbound in the Township of Hamilton. Police entered into an impaired operation investigation and an ASD demand was made. With the result, the accused was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Vincent STANLEY, 25-years-old, from the Township of Hamilton, has been charged with:

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

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute

Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Arrive alive, drive sober.

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Northumberland OPP Update

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested several persons as a result of unrelated traffic incidents over the weekend.

On October 25, 2024, at around 5:20 p.m., while on Veronica Street in Cobourg, officers observed a motorist who was known to be prohibited from driving and wanted on a warrant. The driver was stopped by police and the individual was placed under arrest.

As a result, William BUDD, 41-years-old, from the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand, has been charged with:

–       Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

The individual was held for bail and their vehicle was impounded for 45-days.

On October 26, 2024, shortly before 5:30 p.m., OPP and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision on private property in the area of Lakehurst Street in the Municipality of Brighton.

Officers arrived at the location where the driver had struck a family member who was outside of the passenger vehicle. The person was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Upon speaking to the driver, police entered into an impaired operation investigation where an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand was made. As a result, the accused was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

An 81-year-old, from Brighton, has been charged with:

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

–       Operation causing bodily harm.

The driver shall not be named to protect the identity of the victim. In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

On October 26, 2024, at approximately 10:35 p.m., police were conducting speed enforcement on Highway 401 eastbound in the Municipality of Port Hope. A pick-up truck was observed travelling at a speed of 146 Km/h in a posted 110 Km/h limit. The vehicle was stopped, and the driver provided the information of another person. Through investigation, the driver was found to be suspended from driving. Following a search of the vehicle, 15 grams of suspected cocaine was seized with an approximate street value of $1,350. The pick-up truck was also found to have a defect.

Dalton CHISHOLM, 30-years-old, from Uxbridge has been charged with:

–       Obstruct peace officer

–       Personation with intent to avoid arrest, prosecution or obstruct justice

–       Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

–       Driving while under suspension – two counts

–       Operate unsafe vehicle

–       Speeding 1- 49 Km/h over posted limit.

In addition to a future court date, the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

On October 27, 2024, at around 4:35 a.m., OPP received a traffic complaint in relation to a passenger vehicle which was travelling eastbound on Highway 401 in the Municipality of Port Hope. Officers located a vehicle matching the description provided and observed it to be driven in an erratic manner an unable to maintain it’s lane before coming to a stop in the middle of the highway. The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and was transported to a local detachment for further tests from a Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE).

Trevonn MORLESE, 31-years-old, from Toronto, has been charged with:

–       Dangerous operation

–       Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

On October 28, 2024, at approximately 3:45 a.m., officers were assisting with lane closures at the scene of a motor vehicle collision on Highway 401 westbound in the Township of Hamilton. Police observed a vehicle enter one of the two closed lanes where there were numerous Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and tow truck vehicles, all with flashing lights on. The motorist then performed an overtake of another vehicle before returning to the single open lane.

OPP signaled the vehicle to stop and as it was slowing down, the driver and passenger switched seats.

Through investigation, the initial driver was found to be committing bail violations.

As a result, Louis VIOLA, 24-years-old, from Laval, Quebec, was arrested and charged with:

–       Obstruct peace officer

–       Fail to comply with probation order – two counts

–       Fail to slow down and proceed with caution for emergency vehicle or tow truck.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

The OPP is committed to reducing and preventing injuries on roads, highways, waterways, and trails, while enhancing safety for motorists and all other road users through public education and enforcement.

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Fatal Collision

(NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal single all-terrain vehicle (ATV) collision in the Municipality of Trent Hills.

On October 25, 2024, at approximately 3:00 p.m., Northumberland OPP and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a private property in the area of 6th Line West for the incident. The lone rider, a 65-year-old female from Campbellford, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

OPP Technical Collision Investigation members will be attending, and the Office of Chief Coroner for Ontario has been notified.

This investigation is on-going, and updates will be provided when available.

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Allan LAIDLEY – Break & Enter

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Members the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual in relation to break and enter investigations.

From May 21 to May 27, 2024, police received a number of break and enter reports from businesses in the Township of Hamilton and the Municipality of Brighton. The majority of these incidents occurred in the early hours of May 21, 2024, in and around the area of Bewdley.

The Peterborough/Northumberland OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) was engaged to assist with these investigations. As a result, a person was identified in connection to the incidents and a warrant was sought. On October 22, 2024, the individual was arrested by OPP.

Allan LAIDLEY (age 41) of Belleville, has been charged with:

–      Break, enter a place – with intent to commit indictable offence – five counts

–      Possession break in instruments – five counts

–      Disguise with intent – five counts

The accused was held to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

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Northumberland Weekend Update

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) laid various charges following arrests over the weekend.

On September 25, 2024, at approximately 12:00 p.m., OPP responded to a neighbour dispute in the Township of Cramahe. The caller advised police that since early August 2024, they are experiencing an on-going issue with their neighbour playing loud music for extended periods of time and recently with the complainant’s dwelling being illuminated with a strobe light.

On September 29, 2024, a 43-year-old, from the Township of Cramahe, was arrested and charged with:

–      Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with any person in the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date and the individual shall not be named to protect the identity of the victim.

On September 26, 2024, at approximately 8:30 a.m., police received a report regarding theft of alcohol on the previous day, from a commercial premises in Fenella, within the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand. As a result of the investigation, a person was arrested on September 29, 2024.

Ashley FENTON, 31-years-old, from Campbellcroft, has been charged with:

–      Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

On September 28, 2024, shortly before 6:00 p.m., OPP received a report regarding an individual fishing on private property in the vicinity of Dale Road, in the Municipality of Port Hope. Police attended the area and located the subject of the complaint.

A 38-year-old male, from Toronto, has been charged with:

–      Trespass for the purpose of fishing

On September 29, 2024, shortly before 1:30 a.m., officers received a traffic complaint regarding a vehicle parked on the hard shoulder on Highway 401 westbound in the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand. The caller was concerned as the door of the vehicle was open and the driver was unresponsive.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and OPP responded to the scene where police entered into an impaired operation investigation. The driver was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests. While at the detachment the accused refused to comply with a demand.

Pamela FILOCHOWSKI, 29-years-old, from Brampton, has been charged with:

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

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

On September 30, 2024, at approximately 3:40 p.m., an officer was on patrol on Burnham Street North in the Township of Hamilton, when they received an alert from the in car Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) regarding a suspended driver.

The corresponding vehicle was stopped and driver confirmed to be prohibited.

Garry SIMPSON, 67-years-old, from Gores Landing, has been arrested and charged with:

–      Operation while prohibited.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date and their vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Arrive alive, drive sober.

Northumberland OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-8477.

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Todd ROBERTSON Facing Numerous Charges – Alcohol A Factor

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a person with impaired operation following an initial call regarding threats.

On September 24, 2024, at approximately 9:50 p.m., OPP responded to a business premises on County Road 45 in Alderville, regarding a person who threatened staff and refused to leave the premises.

Officers arrived and located the subject of the complaint in their vehicle. Cannabis and liquor were also observed in the passenger vehicle. Upon speaking with the person, police entered into an impaired operation investigation. As a result, the individual was arrested and transported to a local detachment. The accused failed to comply with a demand to provide a sample of breath into an Approved Instrument.

Todd ROBERTSON, 44-years-old, from Colborne, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Failure of refusal to comply with demand

–      Intimidation – use or threatens use of violence

–      Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm

–      Having care or control of a motor vehicle with unsealed container of liquor

–      Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available

–      Have care or control of vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

–      Fail to leave premises when directed.

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Northumberland Weekend Update

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were out on patrol and responding to various calls with the goal of keeping our communities safe.

On August 30, 2024, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a member of the public made a traffic complaint regarding a passenger vehicle travelling eastbound on Highway 401 towards the Municipality of Port Hope. The vehicle was described as being unable to maintain it’s lane.

Officers patrolled the highway and observed a vehicle matching the description provided by the caller. A traffic stop was conducted on Highway 401 in the Township of Hamilton. Following speaking with the driver, police made an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand of which the driver complied. As a result, the motorist was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Roman HAWRYLAK, 66-years-old, from Etobicoke, 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 Cobourg at a future date. Their licence was suspended for 90-days and vehicle impounded for seven.

On August 31, 2024, at approximately 7:50 p.m., police responded to a traffic complaint regarding a passenger vehicle travelling westbound on Highway 401 from the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand. The caller advised that the vehicle was unable to maintain it’s lane and was making abrupt movements.

Officers patrolled and observed a vehicle matching the description provided by the complainant. A traffic stop was conducted on Highway 401 in the Township of Hamilton.

Police observed items in the vehicle which led to the arrest of both occupants. A search was conducted which yielded further items believed to be stolen property and 108 grammes of suspected Cocaine. A disguise used to commit a theft under investigation by a municipality agency was discovered. A switchblade knife and scales were also among items seized by OPP. The approximate value of the suspected Cocaine is $9,720.

Brian CORMIER, 57-years-old, of no fixed abode, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting
  • Disguise with intent
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

Elysia ALLMAN, 37-years-old, of Oshawa, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

On September 1, 2024, at approximately 11:20 a.m., police responded to a report of an assault on Saskatoon Avenue in the Municipality of Trent Hills.

Officers arrived and the accused had left the area prior to speaking with police. The complainant advised that the altercation escalated following a verbal interaction and the victim was assaulted by the individual who swung a piece of equipment used to carry items. The victim sustained minor injuries and declined treatment by Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

Through investigation, a 15-year-old, from the Municipality of Trent Hills, was arrested and charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Breach of recognisance.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. They shall not be named due to the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

On September 2, at approximately 8:00 a.m., OPP were conducting radar enforcement on Highway 401 eastbound in the Municipality of Port Hope. A passenger vehicle was stopped and as a result of details provided by the occupants, the Canada Border Security Agency (CBSA) was contacted to attend.

A 26-year-old, from England was charged with a number of offences including:

  • Fail to identify self
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
  • Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit
  • Fail to surrender licence
  • Fail to notify change of name.

The individual is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. CBSA attended Northumberland and carried out their own investigation into the driver and a passenger.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charge two more impaired drivers in unrelated incidents.

On August 20, 2024, at approximately 12:15 p.m., an officer from the OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) was on patrol on Bridge Street South in the Municipality of Trent Hills when they conducted a traffic stop of a passenger vehicle. Police entered into an impaired driving investigation with the result of the driver being arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Barbara LAGACE, 59-years-old, from Pickering, has been charged with:

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

The individual had their driving licence suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven.

On August 21, 2024, at approximately 4:50 p.m., police responded to a traffic complaint regarding a commercial vehicle travelling westbound on Highway 401 in the Municipality of Brighton. Officers patrolled and stopped the vehicle in the Township of Hamilton. Following speaking with the driver, an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand was made. The driver complied and provided a sample of their breath. As a result, the individual was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further testing.

Joseph LATTONE-MILLER, 26-years-old, from Bowmanville, has been charged with:

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

–      Operation while prohibited

–      Drive commercial motor vehicle – no licence.

The accused had their vehicle impounded for 45 days and driving licence suspended for 90 days.

Both individuals will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

Northumberland OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 or www.stopcrimehere.ca. 

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Kirk VANDEWALKER Facing Numerous Charges

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a driver with multiple offence following an initial report from a member of the public.

On August 13, 2024, at approximately 4:45 p.m., police responded to a report a vehicle involved in a collision on Johnston Road in the Municipality of Trent Hills. The caller advised that the driver was walking away from their vehicle.

Officers patrolled the area and located the described individual at a nearby address. The person then got into another vehicle they had access to and reversed into a police cruiser causing minimal damage. The driver then evaded officers who were attempting to stop the vehicle before driving dangerously away from the location. There were no injuries to police.

Investigative avenues explored by OPP led to the identification of the individual and confirmation that they were prohibited from driving.

On August 14, 2024, at approximately 11:05 a.m., officers responded to a traffic complaint regarding a vehicle eastbound on County Road 22, in the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand. The description provided by the caller led police to believe it was the same driver sought from an incident the previous day.

Police then observed a vehicle matching the description parked off Jakobi Road in the Township of Cramahe. The wanted individual exited and waved down a passing vehicle asking to for a ride as they had run out of gas. The accused got into the passenger side of the vehicle which soon stopped further down the road when the good willing driver observed police and suspected the passenger’s account to be inaccurate.

The accused was then arrested and taken into custody by police.

As a result of both incidents, Kirk VANDEWALKER, 50-years-old, from Warkworth, has been charged with:

–      Dangerous operation – two counts

–      Flight from peace officer

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Operation while prohibited – three counts

–      Driving while under suspension – three counts

–      Careless driving

–      Fail to remain

–      Fail to report accident

–      Failure to comply with undertaking – two counts

–      Operate motor vehicle without insurance

–      Drive motor vehicle – no currently validated permit.

The individual was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice. Both vehicles driven were impounded for 45-days.

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2 More Drivers Arrested

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested two drivers in unrelated incidents over the weekend.

On August 9, 2024, at approximately 5:45 p.m., police were on patrol on Bridge Street in Hastings when an officer received an from the cruiser Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) regarding a passenger vehicle travelling in the same direction.

Police stopped the vehicle and the driver was confirmed to be suspended. Further investigation revealed that the driver failed to comply with a release order in communicating with a passenger.

As a result, Jason PETERS, 52-years-old, from the Municipality of Trent Hills, was arrested and charged with:

–      Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court

–      Failure to comply with undertaking

–      Driving while under suspension.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

On August 10, 2024, at approximately 10:00 p.m., OPP along with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and the Township of Hamilton Fire Department responded to a single vehicle collision on County Road 45 in Hamilton Township. Police arrived on the scene where a passenger vehicle was in the ditch and both occupants were being treated by EMS for minor injuries. The driver was transported to a local hospital as a precaution.

Elizabeth HARVEY, 21-years-old, of Cobourg, was arrested and 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 Cobourg, to answer to their charges. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

Northumberland OPP remind motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol and drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.