Category: Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after member of the public reports traffic complaint of possible impaired driver.

On May 4, 2024, at 9:08 a.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police and Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Pheasant Drive, Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation for the report of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle was located on Hazel Road, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Tasheena MARACLE, a 28-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on July 10, 2024.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached 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.  

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after member of public calls in complaint of suspicious vehicle.

On April 27, 2024, at 5:46 a.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police and the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a complaint of a suspicious vehicle at the intersection of Ballpark Road and Nicholas Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation.

The vehicle was located at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol, was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP Detachment.

As a result, Samantha ANTONE, a 43-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on June 3, 2024.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached 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.  

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after vehicle leaves roadway and enters ditch.

On March 23, 2024, at 11:17 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a single vehicle collision on Elijah Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Channin GEORGE, a 24-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·      Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

·      Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on May 21, 2024.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached 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.  

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after member of public calls in traffic complaint of possible impaired driver.

On February 28, 2024, at 10:46 a.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police and the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Walker Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle was located on Iroquois Road at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest.

While in police custody, the accused caused damage to one of the cells and was subsequently charged.

As a result, Shade KECHEGO-HENRY, a 28-year-old of Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Mischief Under $ 5,000

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on April 23, 2024.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after vehicle leaves roadway and enters ditch.

On February 26, 2024, at 1:59 p.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police and the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a single vehicle collision on hazel Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest without incident.

As a result, Ashleigh ABRAM, a 38-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on April 15, 2024.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached 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.