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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating a fatal collision on Humber Station Road.

On May 7, 2024, just before 11:00 a.m., Caledon OPP and emergency crews responded to a collision involving a passenger vehicle that struck the rear of commercial motor vehicle on Humber Station Road, just north of King Street, in the Town of Caledon. The driver of the passenger vehicle, a 58-year-old of Mono, was airlifted to a Toronto-area trauma centre and was later pronounced as deceased.

Humber Station Road between Castlederg Sideroad and King Street was closed for several hours while the OPP Technical Collision Investigators and Reconstructionists assisted with the investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage is asked to contact Caledon OPP at 905-584-2241 or 1-888-310-1122.

If you are affected by this incident or witnessed the collision and wish to speak to victim services, Caledon/Dufferin Victim Services can be reached at 905-951-3838.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

38 Year Old Charged With Theft

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one individual with theft following an incident in the City of Dryden.

On May 5, 2024, at approximately 3:00 p.m. officers responded to a call for service at a local business in the City of Dryden.

As a result of the investigation, Marcia Campbel, 38-year-old of Dryden has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:  

·        Adult Theft Under $500 – Shoplifting

The accused has been released from custody and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the OPP 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Brighton OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher COSIER Was Arrested

(MUNICIPALITY OF BRIGHTON, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged an individual for mischief.

On May 5, 2024, at approximately 9:00 a.m., police responded to a report of a person causing damage to a residence on Meade Street in the Municipality of Brighton.

The accused was shortly located within the building and arrested by officers.

As a result, Christopher COSIER, 47-years-old, of no fixed address, was charged with:

–    Mischief over $5,000.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg on May 6, 2024.

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.  

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

David TREGASKISS Was Arrested

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – A person was charged after police attended Warsaw Place with Algoma Paramedic Services.

On May 6, 2024, at approximately 5:15 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was called to a Warsaw Place apartment complex in relation to an impaired driver.  The complainants reported a male in a grey Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) had fallen after exiting his vehicle in the main parking lot and paramedics were currently treating him for minor injuries. Police spoke to the driver who exhibited obvious signs of impairment by alcohol. He was subsequently arrested and charged.    

David TREGASKISS, 77-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with – Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on June 13, 2024.

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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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Christopher COMMANDA Arrested Again

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged one person with a weapon offence.

On May 4, 2024, shortly after 3:00 a.m., Nipissing West OPP observed a known wanted person, walking on King Street, West Nipissing.

Police arrested the individual for an outstanding warrant, who was currently on conditions not to carry any weapons and police seized two knives from that individual.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher COMMANDA, 24 years-of-age from West Nipissing, was charged with, carrying concealed weapon and failure to comply with release order.

The accused was held for Bail Court, then released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on June 6, 2024, in West Nipissing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Jordan ASSINEWE – Drunk Driving, Speeding

(SUDBURY, ON) – A driver was charged with impaired driving after police conducted a traffic stop for speeding.

On May 4, 2024, shortly before 12:00 a.m., members from the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 17, in the City of Greater Sudbury.

A vehicle was stopped for traveling over 125 kilometres an hour (km/h) in a posted 90 km/h zone. The driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to the Sudbury OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Jordan ASSINEWE, 33 years-of-age, from Sudbury, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Speeding 1 – 49 km/h over posted limit
  • Driver fail to surrender licence

The accused was release and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on June 5, 2024, in Sudbury.

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

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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OPP Petrolia Police Press Releases

Brent PATTON Was Arrested

(PETROLIA, ON) – An individual was charged in connection with a theft at a local business in Petrolia Monday night after allegedly shoplifting several items and leaving the store on foot.   

On Monday, May 6, 2024, at 9:55 p.m., members of the Lambton detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a business located in the 4400 block of Petrolia Line, Petrolia in relation to a suspected shoplifter.   

Police arrested the individual at a residence a short time later.

Brent PATTON, 19-year-old from Sarnia, Ontario is charged with the following:

  • Theft Under $5000 – Shoplifting

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Sarnia on June 5, 2024.

If you have information on this event or any other crime activity in the area, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or submit a tip online at www.sarnialambtoncrimestoppers.org where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward.

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OPP Police Press Releases Warwick

Brendon BOLDUC – Break & Enter

(WARWICK TOWNSHIP, ON) – An Individual is charged with several offences in relation to a previous break, enter and theft to a business in Warwick Township.

On Saturday, April 13, 2024, at 9:26 a.m., members of the Lambton detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a business located in the 5200 block of Nauvoo Road, Warwick Township in relation to a break, enter and theft.   

An employee at the business reported that an unknown individual forced their way into the business overnight and stole a quantity of cash. The individual caused significant damage to the interior of the business.

Brendon BOLDUC, 37-year-old from Warwick Township, Ontario has been charged with the following:

  • Break, Enter Place – Commit Indictable Offence
  • Mischief Under $5000 (2 Counts)
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 (2 Counts)
  • Fail to Comply with Undertaking
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Sarnia on May 13, 2024.

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OPP Police Press Releases Red Lake

Clinton HUNTER Was Arrested

(RED LAKE, ON) – A traffic complaint of a suspected impaired driver has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation and flight from police.

On May 5, 2024, just before 10:00 a.m., members of the Red Lake Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a suspected impaired all-terrain vehicle (ATV) driver on Suffel Lake Road within the Municipality of Red Lake. Officers located the ATV and attempted to initiate a traffic stop; however, the driver fled from police.

A short time later, officers located the individual and subsequently placed them under arrest.

As a result, Clinton HUNTER, 30-years-old, of Red Lake, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, and Off-Road Vehicle Act with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·        Operation While Prohibited

·        Flight From Peace Officer

·        Fail to Stop for Police

·        Fail to Stop – Flashing Red Light

·        Fail to Identify Self

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Red Lake on July 18, 2024.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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OPP Picton Police Press Releases

Jacob BLAIND – Drunk Driving

(PICTON, ON) – Members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired at a RIDE program.

On May 7, 2024 shortly after 2:30 p.m., officers were conducting a RIDE program on Highway 62 near Rossmore when a vehicle entered the program. Officers spoke with the driver and administered an approved screening device. As a result, the driver was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing. Jacob BLAIND, age 29 from Prince Edward County, was charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court

The driver was held for a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 7, 2024. They also had their licence suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Jonathan BANMAN Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an investigation into an incident related to stolen property.

At approximately 3:50 p.m. on Monday, May 6, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated a theft on Lakeshore Road in South Walsingham, Norfolk County.

It was determined that multiple backpacks on the premises had been stolen. The backpacks contained wallets with Canadian currency and bank cards, along with passports and various other items.

Responding officers located an individual on the premises who was found to have a stolen bank card in their possession.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 19-year-old Jonathan BANMAN of Tilbury, Ontario:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, June 4, 2024.

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Clarence-Rockland OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Bomb Threat At High School

(Clarence – Rockland, ON) – Members of the Russell County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment responded to a bomb threat at the Rockland District High School and the Rockland Public School.

On May 7, 2024, shortly before 8:00a.m. the OPP responded to a call regarding a bomb threat. Both schools were evacuated, a perimeter was established, and a search of the properties was completed. Once the properties were cleared and no safety issues identified, students were permitted to return to school. This is the second such threat involving Rockland District High School in the last two days.

Russell County OPP along with other OPP Units continue to investigate and would like to remind members of the public that such events are punishable under numerous sections of the criminal code.

If you or anyone you know have any further information regarding these events, please contact the Russell County OPP at 613-443-4499 or OPP Communication Centre at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Clayton YACKOBECK Was Arrested Again

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A local individual is facing a charge of uttering threats after an unwanted person was reported at a Pembroke residence.

On the morning of May 2, 2024, at approximately 7:15 a.m., officers from the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a residence on Renfrew Street in response to a report of an unwanted person in the backyard. Investigation found that the homeowner and their family had been threatened. A short time later, police located the unwanted individual nearby and took them into custody.  

Clayton YACKOBECK, age 49 of no fixed address, has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm
  • Fail to comply with probation

The accused was held for a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on May 7, 2024. 

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Another Met Bust

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – Police arrested and charged two people with weapons and drug related offences after a traffic complaint.

On May 4, 2024, shortly before 5:00 a.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on Front Street, West Nipissing.

As a result of the investigation, two people were arrested. A search of the vehicle located an air pistol, drug paraphernalia and drugs suspected to be, cannabis, fentanyl, and methamphetamine.

As a result of the investigation, Gabrielle BARONETTE, 24 years-of-age and Tristan BERTRAND, 28 years-of-age, both from West Nipissing, were charged with:

  • Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of a schedule I substance
  • Possession of a schedule II substance for the purpose of trafficking

Gabrielle BARONETTE was further charged with, drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available.

Both accused were released and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on June 6, 2024, in North Bay.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Shawn MOON Was Arrested

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – Police arrested and charged one person after a report of a theft of a bike.

On May 5, 2024, shortly before 8:30 a.m., Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a theft of a bike from a residence on Mageau Street, West Nipissing.

An unknown person had taken the bike and fled into a wooded area, but was shortly located and arrested by police.

A search of the person located, Canadian currency and drugs suspected to be Cocaine, methamphetamine, opioids and other drugs.

As a result of the investigation, Shawn MOON, 45-years-old, from West Nipissing, was charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – four counts
  • Possession of a schedule III substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of a schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Theft under $5000
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession property obtained by crime under $5,000

The accused was held for Bail Court and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on May 15, 2024.