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North Bay OPP Police Press Releases

Pedestrian Vs Pickup Truck

(NORTH BAY, ON) – An individual engaged in roadside solicitation sustained non-life-threatening injuries following a collision on Highway 11 in North Bay.

On Saturday, September 20, 2025, at approximately 8:20 a.m., members of the North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with North Bay Fire and North Bay Ambulance, responded to a report of a collision involving a pickup truck and a pedestrian at the intersection of Highway 11 and Trout Lake Road.

Initial investigation revealed that the pedestrian entered a live lane of traffic while vehicles had the right of way. The individual was struck by a pickup truck and was observed to have suffered a head injury before fleeing the scene. OPP Canine Unit was deployed to assist in locating the injured person, who was later found at a nearby restaurant. The individual was assessed by paramedics and transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

This incident highlights ongoing public safety concerns related to roadside solicitation in high-traffic areas. The OPP’s Safer Streets Initiative, launched in 2024, aims to reduce the risks associated with panhandling at intersections by educating the public and promoting safer alternatives to direct roadside giving.

The OPP is committed to keeping everyone safe, on the roads and in our communities. While roadside solicitation is not always linked to homelessness, the OPP supports coordinated responses to complex societal issues and continues to work with community and government partners to address the broader challenges faced by vulnerable individuals.

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OPP Police Press Releases The Nation

Another Fatal Motorcycle Collision

(THE NATION, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fatal collision on Route 900 East outside of St-Albert, which led to the temporary closure of the road in both directions between Route 800 East and County Road 27 in The Nation Municipality. The road has since reopened.

On Saturday, September 20, 2025, at approximately 1:45 p.m., members of the Russell County Detachment of the OPP responded to a serious collision involving a car and a motorcycle. The driver of the motorcycle, a 29-year-old male from The Nation Municipality was pronounced deceased at the scene. No other injuries were reported.

OPP Technical Collision Investigators and Reconstructionist attended, alongside emergency crews. The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage from the area at the time of the incident is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Collision Leaves One Dead, Passenger Airlifted

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fatal collision that occurred on County Road 169 in Ramara Township.

On September 20, 2025, at approximately 1:40 pm, Orillia OPP officers, along with Georgian EMS, Ramara Fire, and Rama First Nations Police officers, responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision that occurred on County Road 169 between Switch Road and Line 5 in Ramara Township.

The driver of one of the involved vehicles was pronounced deceased at scene. The passenger of that vehicle has been transported to a Toronto area hospital by Air ORNGE with life altering injuries. The driver and passenger of the other involved vehicle were transported to a local hospital to be treated for minor injuries.

The Central Region Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) Team is assisting with the ongoing investigation, with assistance from the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. The intersection remains closed at this time while the investigation is underway.

Anyone with information, including dashcam footage, is asked to contact the Orillia OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and reference E251282717.

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara, Severn, and the City of Orillia. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Central Huron Clinton Huron OPP Police Press Releases

$10,500 in Meth Seized at Huron OPP Detachment

(CENTRAL HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following an incident that took place at the Huron County OPP detachment parking lot on Albert Street in the Municipality of Central Huron, (Clinton) on Tuesday September 2nd, 2025.   

Just after 11:00 a.m., police observed an individual outside the OPP detachment building. Police spoke to the individual only to discover they were actively using an illegal drug. The suspect was arrested and subsequently searched. Officers located a quantity of suspected methamphetamine on the suspect’s person. The total value of the illegal drugs is estimated at $10,500.

Nicholas HALLEY, 36-years-of-age of no fixed address has been charged with:

–      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine,

–      Fail to Comply with Probation.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 6th, 2025.

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Area OPP ASHFIELD COLBORNE WAWANOSH Huron London OPP Police Press Releases

Arrest In A-C-W: PETTEPLACE

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH TWP, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a London, Ontario resident with impaired driving offences following a traffic stop on September 1st, 2025, in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Township. 

Just after 7:15 a.m. on Monday, September 1st, 2025, Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop for a speeding vehicle on Bluewater Highway in ACW Twp. The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation.

The accused provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician at the Huron County OPP detachment in Clinton. Breath samples provided to police resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Michael PETTEPLACE, 51 years of age from London, has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – Alcohol and Drug,

–      Impaired Operation – Over 80.

The accused was additionally charged with an offence found in the Highway Traffic Act (HTA).

The vehicle involved was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 6th, 2025. 

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Centrallia Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Update: 1 Dead, 1 From Goderich Airlifted – Road Open

(CENTRALIA, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on scene with a serious two motor-vehicle collision, which initially closed the intersection of London Road and Huron Park Road, within Centralia, but has now since been re-opened.

On September 20, 2025, at approximately 5:30 a.m., the Huron County OPP were dispatched to the intersection of London Road and Huron Park Road, Centralia, involving a serious two motor-vehicle collision, involving a tractor-trailer and a passenger van.

As a result of the collision involving the passenger van, a 36-year-old of Ayr was pronounced deceased at the scene, while the other passenger, a 31-year-old from Goderich, was airlifted to a trauma centre with serious, life-threatening injuries.

The Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (T.I.M.E.) team is assisting the Huron County OPP with the investigation.

As a result of the collision, the intersection of London Road and Huron Park Road within Centralia was closed, but as since re-opened, and police are clear from the scene.

The investigation remains ongoing, and no charges have been laid at this time.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or has information, such as dashcam footage, that could assist with this ongoing investigation is asked to contact the Huron County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Brockville OPP Police Press Releases

Counterfeit Currency, Bear Mace, Brass Knuckles Seized in Brockville Bust #RepeatOffender #3Strikes

(BROCKVILLE, ON) – One person was arrested and charged following a drug trafficking investigation conducted by the Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police. (OPP)

On Thursday, September 18, 2025, the Leeds OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), the OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), the OPP Canine Unit, the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU) and members of the Brockville Police Service executed a warrant at a residence in the City of Brockville.

Officers located a quantity of suspected cocaine and methamphetamine, as well as a pellet gun, brass knuckles, a baton, bear mace, Canadian currency, counterfeit currency, and other items commonly associated with drug trafficking.

48-year-old Andrew CHURCH of Brockville has been charged with the following offences:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon
  • ย Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Possession of counterfeit money

The accused was remanded into custody following a bail hearing and is scheduled to reappear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on September 22, 2025.

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ADDINGTON HIGHLANDS Centrallia Huron OPP Police Press Releases

London Road Closed Due To Serious Collision

(CENTRALIA, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently on scene with a serious two motor-vehicle collision, closing the intersection of London Road and Whalen Line within Centralia.

On September 20, 2025, at approximately 5:30 a.m., the Huron County OPP were dispatched to the intersection of London Road and Huron Park Road, Centralia, involving a serious two motor-vehicle collision, involving a tractor-trailer and a passenger van.

As a result of the collision involving the passenger van, one occupant was pronounced deceased at the scene, while the other was airlifted to a trauma centre with serious, life-threatening injuries.

The Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (T.I.M.E.) team is assisting the Huron County OPP with the investigation.

As a result of the collision, the intersection of London Road and Huron Park Road within Centralia is closed.

The investigation is ongoing. Updates will be provided when available.

Investigators are asking the public to please stay clear of the area, to allow first responders the opportunity to fully attend to the scene.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or has information, such as dashcam footage, that could assist with this ongoing investigation is asked to contact the Huron County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Found Body Was Murdered According to Police – Name Released

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – The victim was identified, and their death ruled a homicide after a deceased person was discovered in Torrance. 

On Monday, September 15, 2025, shortly after 12:00 p.m., officers from the Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a deceased person discovered in a remote area near Hardy Lake Road. 

The deceased has been identified as 25-year-old Tyler PENASSE (also known as Tyler PELLERIN-PENASSE) of West Nipissing.

On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, a postmortem was conducted at the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OFPS) in Toronto. The death is being treated as a homicide.

Investigators are urging anyone who was in the areas of Hardy Lake Road, Torrance, Bala, Wahta and Gravenhurst between Sunday, September 14, 2025, and Monday, September 15, 2025, and may have dashcam footage or other relevant information to contact police. Even footage that may appear unrelated could contain critical details that support the investigation.

The investigation is continuing by the Bracebridge OPP Crime Unit under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the OFPS. Assistance is being provided by OPP Forensic Identification Services.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bracebridge OPP at 1-888-310-1122, referencing occurrence E251257737. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

OPP Witholds Name of Sex Offender #3Strikes

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – The Fort Frances Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid additional charges in relation to a sexual assault investigation. 

The 73-year-old male from Fort Frances is now charged with six additional counts of sexual assault.

There is no statute of limitations on sexual offences and a report can be made to police at any time, regardless of how much time has passed. If you or anyone you know has been a victim of sexual assault, we urge you to come forward and call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

Contact [email protected] for more information.

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

AI Nabs 60 Year Old – Details Released

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police’s (OPP) Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) Team have laid impaired driving related charges against an individual from Ottawa after the ALPR camera alerted them to a possible suspended driver.

Shortly before 4:00 p.m. on September 19, OPP stopped the vehicle on Highway 417 westbound near Maitland Avenue after receiving an ALPR camera notification that the registered owner of the vehicle was a suspended driver. Upon speaking with the driver, the officer suspected they might be intoxicated by alcohol. A roadside screening device was utilized which resulted in the driver being taken back to Ottawa Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Patrick ROONEY, 60 years of age faces the following charges:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Drive motor vehicle, no permit

The accused received a 90-day driving suspension and had his vehicle impounded for seven days. The accused is set to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa at a later date.

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Haliburton OPP Police Press Releases Scarborough

OPP Raid Nets Over 2,400 Cannabis Plants, Ammunition, Air Rifle


(HALIBURTON COUNTY, ON) – The Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged two individuals following an investigation involving drugs.

On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, members of the Haliburton Highlands OPP Detachment and Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with the assistance of the Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), Canine Unit, Emergence Response Team (ERT), and the Provincial Joint Forces Cannabis Enforcement Team (PJFCET), executed a search warrant at a location on Soyers Lake Road in the Township of Minden Hills. Items seized include 2,413 cannabis plants, twenty shotgun shells, and one air rifle.

As a result of the investigation, Guo-Zhang CHEN, 54 of Scarborough, and Yaping WU, 36 of Scarborough, have both been charged with:

ยท        Cultivate, propagate or harvest a cannabis plant that is from seed or plant material that is illicit cannabis.

The accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Minden at a later date.

If you have information about drug or property-related offences, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You can also submit tips online at www.khcrimestoppers.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, you will remain anonymous, you will not be required to testify in court, and your tip could lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Ingersoll OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

Body Found In Park Update

(INGERSOLL, ON) – Members from the Oxford Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were investigating a sudden death in the Town of Ingersoll.

On September 17, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., Oxford OPP were dispatched to assist Oxford County Paramedic Services with an individual in Memorial Park.

The individual was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The investigation ruled out foul play and the death has been confirmed to be non-suspicious.

Out of respect for the privacy of the family, no other details will be released.

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Norfolk Norfolk OPP OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision near Frogmore.

On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at approximately 9:25 a.m., Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers, along with Norfolk County Paramedic Services and the Norfolk County Fire Department, responded to a single-vehicle collision on 2nd Concession Road ENR near Frogmore.

The investigation revealed that a pickup truck was travelling along 2nd Concession Road ENR when it left the roadway and collided with a tree.

The driver, a 39-year-old Norfolk County resident, sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital, where they were later pronounced deceased.

2nd Concession Road ENR, which had been closed between Norfolk County Road 45 and Beach Lane for several hours during the investigation, has since reopened.

The West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) Team is assisting with the investigation and is asking anyone who was in the area of 2nd Concession Road ENR and Norfolk County Road 45 and witnessed the collision, or has information that may assist, 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.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases Wellington

63 Year Old Arrested – Details Released

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Orangeville resident with several provincial offences.

On September 18, 2025, at approximately 11:45 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP Traffic Management Unit were performing a proactive traffic enforcement initiative, which resulted in a traffic stop being conducted on Albert Street West within Fergus.

As a result of the investigation, a 63-year-old from Orangeville is charged under the Highway Traffic Act and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

  • Disobey stop sign – fail to stop
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner
  • Drive motor vehicle, no permit

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Guelph at a later date.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122.