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OPP West Nipissing

$14,000 Drug Bust – Annette McKEEN

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – Police arrested and charged one person with drug related offences.

On Tuesday September 9, 2025, at approximately 12:35 a.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) on Highway 539, West Nipissing.

One driver was arrested for an outstanding arrest warrant from Hamilton Police Service. A search of the vehicle located drugs suspected to be methamphetamine and oxycodone, with an estimated street value of $14,000.

As a result of the investigation, Annette McKEEN, 65 years-of-age, from Field, was charged with, possession of a Schedule I Substance and possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking.

The accused was held for Bail Court, then remanded back into custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Thursday, September 11, 2025, in North Bay.

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OPP Parry Sound

Several Sent To Hospital -Wendy COSTELLO Arrested

(PARRY SOUND, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person with multiple offences after a collision.

On September 11, 2025, at approximately 8:40 a.m. members of the West Parry Sound OPP were dispatched to a report of a collision involving multiple vehicles on Church Street in the Town of Parry Sound. Three vehicles were involved in total with several people brought to a Parry Sound area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Wendy COSTELLO, 76 years-of-age of McDougall was charged with:

  • Driving while under suspension
  • Careless driving causing bodily harm

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on October 30, 2025.

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Area OPP Goderich Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

Goderich & Seaforth Drug Bust – Names Released

(GODERICH / HURON EAST, ON) – An investigation conducted by officers from the Huron-Perth Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU) resulted in the seizure of illegal drugs, weapons, and offence-related property. Criminal charges have been laid against three Huron County residents.

An investigation initiated in May 2025 by members of the Huron-Perth CSCU led investigators to addresses in the Municipality of Huron East and the Town of Goderich. OPP officers from the Grey-Bruce CSCU, Wellington CSCU, West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), and members from the Huron OPP detachment assisted with the investigation.

On Thursday, September 4th, 2025, three separate search warrants were executed in Goderich (two) and Seaforth (one), which resulted in the seizure of illegal drugs and related property.

A quantity of suspected cocaine and methamphetamine was seized. The total value of the illegal drugs seized is estimated at $13,805. Additional offence-related property including a cellular phone, digital scales, packaging material, and imitation firearms seized by police totaled $1,650. Canadian currency seized totaled $2,110.

Tyler FISHER, 26 years of age from Goderich has been charged with:

  • Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine,
  • Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine.

The accused was processed, held for a bail hearing, and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 06, 2025.

Matthew ROUNDS, 32 years of age from Goderich has been charged with:

  • Possession of Schedule I Substance – Cocaine.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 20, 2025.

Timothy LAWRENCE, 64 years of age from Huron East has been charged with:

  • Possession of Schedule I Substance – Cocaine.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 20, 2025.

Any person with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a web tip at “P3tips.com” where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases

TERPSTRA – Drunk Driving

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver facing Impaired driving charge after collision in Middlesex Centre.

On September 5, 2025, at 5:22 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Middlesex-London Paramedic Service and Middlesex Centre Fire were dispatched to Vanneck Road at Thody Lane in the Municipality of Middlesex Centre, for the report of collision involving two vehicles.

Investigation revealed a pickup truck lost control and collided with a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV).

There were no injuries reported.

As a result, Harry TERPSTRA, a 56-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – Alcohol

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

·      Dangerous operation

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 October 2, 2025.

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.

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.   

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GUELPH-ERAMOSA OPP Police Press Releases

Do You Recognize This Home Invader

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating two Break and Enter incidents which occurred on the same street and on the same day. Police are requesting public assistance in identifying the suspect.

On September 4, 2025, at approximately 11:00 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to a residence on Wellington Road 29, within Guelph-Eramosa Township regarding a Break and Enter occurrence, involving an unknown suspect forcibly entering into an unoccupied residence.

Officers then received a subsequent call, regarding another residence on Wellington Road 29 being entered into while the home owners were away.

Investigators are actively conducting an ongoing investigation and are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the suspect. More information will be provided when available.

It is believed that the suspect was in the area between 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Please see photo attached of the possible suspect.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or has information, that could assist with this ongoing investigation is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

Lucknow Fire

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On September 10, 2025, at approximately 8:42 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Lucknow & District Fire Department responded to a structure fire at a condo unit along Montgomery Lane in Lucknow, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Multiple units at the location have been affected, resulting in approximately 20 residents being displaced for the remainder of the day. There are no reported injuries, and the Township of Huron-Kinloss has opened a local arena for temporary shelter for these residents. Assistance programs have been engaged and will be attending. The fire is not being treated as suspicious and no roads are closed.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Do You Recognize This Home Invader?

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia detachment of the Ontario Police are requesting any assistance from the public to help identify an individual who entered a residence in the Township of Oro-Medonte.

On July 5, 2025, between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:35 a.m. an individual entered a home off, line 3 in the Township of Oro-Medonte. The individual is described as a Caucasian Female, approximately 5’4″ in height with brown hair in a ponytail, Glasses with white frames, wearing a black shirt, purple jogging pants and grey sneakers. The individual was carrying two bags one blue in colour and the second red in colour. The female arrived driving a Silver, four-door hatchback, which appears to dawn Ontario Licence plates. Officers are calling on the individual to contact the Orillia Detachment of the OPP and the publics assistance in helping to identify the individual.    

The OPP are asking anyone with information about this incident or the individual themselves to call the Orillia OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and reference Occurance Number E250888522. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. 

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OPP Penetanguishene Police Press Releases

Do You Recognize These Home Invaders?

(PENETANGUISHENE,ON) – Officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are asking for assistance in identifying suspects in a break/enter and theft incident from a Penetanguishene home.

Officers responded on August 28, 2025, to the report of a break and enter to a Edward Street home resulting in the theft of a quantity of Chinese currency that occurred at approximately 7:00 p.m. August 28, 2025. (See attached photograph)

Investigators seek your assistance in identifying these two suspects. (See attached photographs)

Anyone who may have dashcam video or surveillance video or has or made observations of the suspect person’s is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

File E25167896

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OPP Otonabee-South Monaghan Police Press Releases

Impaired On Private Property – James MCCLOSKEY

(OTONABEE-SOUTH MONAGHAN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired while driving on their property.

On Tuesday September 2, 2025, shortly after 1:30pm, Peterborough County OPP officers attended a residence on Heritage Line in Otonabee-South Monaghan Township in relation to a neighbour dispute call. Upon arrival, officers were advised that the individual they were looking to speak with was currently driving a vehicle on the property. Officers located the vehicle and upon speaking with the driver, determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The individual was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

James MCCLOSKEY (age 71) of Otonabee-South Monaghan, ON., was arrested and charged with;

• Operation while impaired

• Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 7, 2025.

The Criminal Code of Canada does not distinguish between public and private property when it comes to the impaired operation of a motor vehicle. A ‘motor vehicle’ is also not limited to cars and trucks but can also include snowmobiles, ATV’s, lawn tractors, golf carts, e-bikes, and other vehicles that are not purely human-powered.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases

34 Year Old From Hensall Arrested – Details Released

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver facing Impaired driving charge after traffic stop.

On August 29, 2025, at 10:42 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while performing a traffic enforcement initiative at the intersection of Nairn Road and Egremont Drive in the Municipality of Middlesex Centre, observed a vehicle perform a traffic infraction.

A traffic stop was initiated at which time the driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP Detachment.

As a result, Stephen TROYER, a 34-year-old of Hensall, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – Alcohol

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

·      Red light – fail to stop

·      Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

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 September 25, 2025.

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.

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.   

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Chatsworth OPP Police Press Releases

Chatsworth Motorcycle Collision – James Robinson Arrested

(CHATSWORTH, ON)- The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid multiple charges in connection with a serious two-vehicle collision that occurred on June 23, 2025, in the Township of Chatsworth.

At approximately 10:37 a.m. on that date, emergency services responded to a collision involving a pickup truck and a motorcycle on Concession 3A between Massie Road and Holland Sydenham Townline. The motorcycle rider sustained serious injuries and was transported to hospital.

On August 12, 2025, James Robinson, 37-years-old, of Owen Sound, was arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada, Highway Traffic Act, and Automobile Insurance Act:

  • Dangerous Operation Causing Bodily Harm
  • Careless Driving Causing Bodily Harm
  • Operate a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on September 25, 2025.

If you have any information regarding this incident, please call the Grey Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Another Home Invasion #StandYourGround

(RENFREW, ON) – Members of the Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a home invasion at a local inn. 

On Sunday, August 31, 2025, shortly after 9:00 p.m., officers responded to an inn on Gibbons Road following reports that two males had entered a room, assaulted the occupants with what is believed to be bear spray, and stole property before fleeing the location.

Additional officers, including members of the OPP Emergency Response Team and the Canine Unit responded to assist in the search for the suspects, who were not located.

The investigation by the Renfrew OPP and Renfrew OPP Crime Unit is ongoing, with support from Forensic Identification Services. Investigators believe this incident was targeted.

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Adam TOFFLEMIRE – Drunk Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON) – One person has been charged following a collision in Lakeshore.

On September 8, 2025, at approximately 3:01 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Puce Road in the Municipality of Lakeshore. 

Adam TOFFLEMIRE, 36-years-old of Leamington, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on September 25, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”. 

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 of alcohol, please call 9-1-1 immediately.

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

Nicholas NIEUWKOOP & Peter VALYEAR Charged

(LENNOX AND ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – Lennox and Addington County members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two people with driving related offences.

On Sunday September 7, 2025, just after 4:00 a.m., L&A County OPP members were called after a vehicle went into the ditch on County Road 19 in Loyalist Township. The vehicle was located, and following an investigation, the driver was arrested.

 Nicholas NIEUWKOOP, a 23-year-old from Napanee, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus
  • Dangerous Driving

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on September 30, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was impounded.

 On Monday September 8, 2025, just after 7:00 a.m., L&A County OPP was called by a member of the public regarding a possible impaired driver parked at a school in Bath. Police located the vehicle and after a short foot pursuit the driver was arrested.

Peter VALYEAR, a 43-year-old from Kingston, was charged with:

  •  Flight from peace officer
  • Possession of methamphetamine
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Operate a motor vehicle with no insurance
  • Drive motor vehicle no permit

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on October 7, 2025.

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Sulu JUMA Facing Numerous Charges

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an Ottawa resident with impaired driving and numerous other offences, following an alert from the Automated Licence Plate Reader (ALPR) system indicating the individual was a suspended driver. 

Shortly after 4:30 p.m. on September 7, officers were patrolling Highway 417 near Woodroffe Avenue when the ALPR system flagged a suspended driver. During the traffic stop, officers suspected the driver may have been impaired by alcohol. A roadside screening device was utilized, and the driver was taken to the Ottawa Detachment for further testing. 

Further investigation revealed the driver, who held a G2 licence, had two active driving prohibitions and no insurance on the vehicle. The driver was also carrying 10 passengers in an eight-seat vehicle, including children who were not properly secured. 

Sulu JUMA, 43 years of age, faces the following charges: 

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs 
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus) 
  • Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code (two counts) 
  • Novice Driver – B.A.C. Above Zero 
  • Operate a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance 
  • Class G2 Licence Holder – More Passengers Than Seatbelts 
  • Fail to Ensure Toddler Properly Secured (two counts) 
  • Fail to Ensure Child Properly Secured (two counts) 
  • Careless Driving 
  • Fail to Have Insurance Card 
  • Fail to Surrender Permit for Motor Vehicle 
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – No Currently Validated Permit 

Juma is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa at a later date. In addition to the charges, his driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and the vehicle was impounded for 45 days.