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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Scott LEMOS Arrested Again

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed warrants on an Orangeville resident following a police investigation.

On August 20, 2025, members of the Dufferin OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) team and Dufferin B Platoon, executed three bench warrants on an Orangeville resident. The operation resulted in the arrest of one individual and the seizure of fentanyl. 

As a result, Scott LEMOS, 39-year-old, from Orangeville has been charged with:

•      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Other Drugs

•      Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The following items were seized during the investigation:

– 24 grams of Fentanyl

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to ensuring public safety through proactive and innovative policing in partnership with the community. If you have any information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or visit www.crimestopperssdm.com. 

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Essex OPP Police Press Releases

$14,000 Drug Bust – Alan RIVERS

(ESSEX COUNTY, ON)- Police have charged an individual following the execution of a warrant in Essex.

On Thursday August 14, 2025, members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit, OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), and Essex OPP uniform members, executed a search warrant at an address in the 100 block of Talbot Street North in the Town of Essex.

Police seized quantities of illicit drugs including cocaine, drug trafficking paraphernalia and a prohibited weapon. Total value of drugs, property and cash seized approximately $14,500.00.

As a result of the investigation, Alan RIVERS, a 39-year-old from Essex was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Other Drugs

·      Possession of a Schedule III substance for the purpose of Trafficking

·      Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on October 3, 2025.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP 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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Area OPP Morris-Turnberry OPP Police Press Releases

3 Sent To Hospital: Christopher BARRON Arrested After Hit & Runs #3Strikes

(MORRIS-TURNBERRY, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a North Huron resident with several criminal driving offences following a two-vehicle collision in the Township of Morris-Turnberry, on July 5th, 2025. 

Just before 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 05, 2025, Huron County OPP officers responded to a report of a collision at the intersection of Howick-Turnberry Road and London Road, just north of the Town of Wingham. One of the vehicles involved failed to remain at the collision scene and fled towards Wingham. An OPP officer attempted to stop the fleeing vehicle which failed to stop for police.

Police eventually located the suspect vehicle, which was damaged and abandoned in a bush lot. The suspect driver was identified and later located by police. Officers arrested the driver for several criminal offences.

Three occupants of the second vehicle involved in the collision were treated at a local hospital for minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, the accused has been charged as follows:

Christopher BARRON, 35 years-of-age from North Huron has been charged with:

–      Dangerous Operation – (two counts),

–      Flight from Peace Officer,

–      Failure to Stop After Accident – (two counts).

The accused was additionally charged with several offences found in the Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act.

The accused was processed, held for a bail hearing, and later remanded into custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich. 

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Sterlyn PALMER Was Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Brampton resident with impaired driving following a call for service regarding a suspicious vehicle.

On August 18, 2025, shortly after 9:30 p.m., officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle. A short time later, the vehicle was located following a motor vehicle collision on Main Street in the Town of Shelburne. While speaking with the male driver, officers observed signs of impairment and initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Sterlyn PALMER, a 55-year-old male, from Brampton has been charged with:

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended, and their vehicle impounded.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or 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. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Nicolas ROQUE Arrested After ALPR Hit

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver with multiple offences after a traffic stop.

On Wednesday August 20, 2025, at approximately 3:40 p.m., members from the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP, were alerted by the Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) system, of a possible suspended driver on Highway 17, West Nipissing.

The driver was arrested for being impaired and a suspended driver, then transported to the Greater Sudbury Police Service for further testing.

A small amount of cannabis was located in the vehicle.

The driver failed to comply with the breath demand and as a result of the investigation, Nicolas ROQUE, 45 years-of-age, from West Nipissing, was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Thursday October 2, 2025, in North Bay.

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 fail or refuse to provide a breath sample or comply with a lawful demand from police, you face the same penalties as if you were charged with impaired driving:

  • Criminal charges
  • Immediate licence suspension
  • Vehicle impoundment
  • Fines and possible jail time

Make the right choice and always drive sober.

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

2 Teens Dead Following Incident In Lakeshore

(LAKESHORE, ON)- On Thursday August 14, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m., members of the Lakeshore Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment, Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Lakeshore Fire Rescue responded to a marine collision involving a single personal watercraft on Lake St Clair near Couture Beach in the Municipality of Lakeshore.

First responders arrived on scene and with the assistance of nearby residents, rescued 4 individuals from the lake.

A 17-year-old female from Windsor-Essex County was transported to hospital where they were pronounced deceased from their injuries.

Two females, 15 and 17 years of age, were transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. 

On Wednesday August 20, 2025, a 16-year-old female from Calgary, who was air lifted to a trauma centre with life-threatening injuries, has died from her injuries.

Essex County OPP extends their deepest and sincere condolences to everyone who has been affected by this tragedy.

West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team is assisting Essex County OPP Marine Unit and members from the Lakeshore OPP Detachment with the investigation.

Investigators are asking anyone who has any information on this investigation to contact Lakeshore OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Robert SIEBARTH Was Arrested #RepeatOffender

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested one person after a driver initially refused to pull over for a traffic stop.

On Tuesday, August 19, 2025, shortly before 10:30 p.m., officers were on patrol on Quarry Road. They attempted to stop a side by side that had committed a Highway Traffic Act offense, but it sped off. After further investigation officers were able to locate the driver of the vehicle.

As a result, Robert SIEBARTH, 36, of Faraday Township has been charged with:

  • Flight from a peace officer
  • Dangerous operation
  • Fail to comply with a release order

The accused was held for bail, was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on August 21, 2025.

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Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

OPP Offer Safety Tips For Lucknow’s Music In The Fields

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are promoting a safe and enjoyable weekend in Lucknow during an annual music festival.

From August 21 to August 23, 2025, there will be a large-scale music festival taking place at an events grounds property located in the northeast corner of Lucknow. Members of the OPP have been dedicated to this event. The public can expect to see an increase of officers in the area during this time.

The South Bruce OPP would like to remind the public of the following tips when attending the outdoor festival:

  • Do not drive impaired – R.I.D.E. programs will be in effect throughout the area.
  • The event has rules and regulations set in place for attendees. Violation of their rules may result in the eviction of the event.
  • Alcohol may be consumed only in licenced areas and on your campsite; consuming alcohol on the roadways within the camping area is not permitted.
  • There is a zero tolerance for underage drinking.
  • Prepare for inclement weather.
  • Keep your cell phone charged.
  • Use the buddy system; know where your friends are and set a meeting place should you get separated.
  • Know where the security checkpoints are and where you can go to get help.
  • Stay hydrated.
  • Do not accept drinks from people you do not know.
  • Have an emergency contact on standby.
  • If you are legal age and choose to consume alcohol or cannabis, use in moderation.
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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Jayme PARTINGTON Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two stolen all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) have been recovered, and one individual has been charged in connection with a stolen property investigation near Tillsonburg.

On Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at approximately 10:34 a.m., the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Preventing Auto Theft Unit, with support from the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP Community Street Crime Unit, executed a search warrant at a property on Goshen Road, located on the border of Norfolk and Oxford Counties, as part of a stolen property investigation.

During the search of a garage on the property, officers located two Honda ATVs that had previously been reported stolen-one in Norfolk County and the other in Elgin County.

As a result, 37-year-old Jayme PARTINGTON of Elgin County has been charged with the following alleged offence:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Matthew GILLESPIE – Drunk Driving

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a traffic complaint in the Town of New Tecumseth.

Shortly before 4:00 p.m. on August 15, 2025, Nottawasaga OPP responded to a traffic complaint at a business in the area of 6015 Highway 89. Witnesses reported that a male was refused service due to being intoxicated then attempted to drive off. Officers located the vehicle and spoke with the driver. Based on their observations, officers determined the driver was impaired and placed them under arrest.

As a result of the investigation, Matthew GILLESPIE 51-years-old of Etobicoke was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on September 11, 2025, to answer to the charge.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Area OPP Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

Collision Near Seaforth Claims Life Of Huron East Resident

(HURON EAST, ON) – A vehicle versus pedestrian collision in the Municipality of Huron East (Seaforth) has claimed the life of a 77-year-old Huron East resident. 

Just before 7:00 a.m. on Friday, August 22, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Huron County Paramedic Services, and Huron East Fire Department responded to a collision on Main Street in Seaforth.

Upon arrival, emergency services located a pedestrian that had sustained life threatening injuries. They were transported to a local hospital where they succumbed to their injuries. The driver of the involved pickup truck remained at the scene.

The cause of the collision is being investigated. OPP traffic collision investigators will be on scene for several hours. Roads in the area remain closed at this time.

The deceased is a 77-year-old resident of Huron East. 

Any person with information regarding this collision should contact Huron County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 

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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Caleb GODFREY Was Arrested – Details Released

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has taken another impaired driver off Muskoka roads.

On August 20, 2025, at 9:30 p.m. a Bracebridge OPP officer was conducting proactive patrols on Muskoka Road 169 near Shady Lane in Gravenhurst and noticed a vehicle travelling in an unsafe manner. The officer conducted a traffic stop and subsequently arrested and charged 27-year-old Caleb GODFREY of Oshawa, ON with Impaired Operation- Drug, Failure/Refusal to Comply with Demand, Possession of Schedule I Substance (opioid) X 6.

He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on October 14, 2025 to answer to his charges.

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OPP Police Press Releases Selwyn

19 Year Old Facing Drunk Driving Charge

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after investigating a vehicle in the ditch call.

On Wednesday August 20, 2025, shortly after 5:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers received a call regarding a vehicle that had gone off the road on Birch Island Road and entered the ditch. 

Officers arrived on scene and observed the vehicle with the driver seated in the passenger seat. Officers spoke with the driver and determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The individual was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Sienna MAK (age 19) of Lakefield, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

• Fail to have insurance card

• Young driver – B.A.C. above zero

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 September 23, 2025.

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.

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

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Hospital Calls Police – Sarah JACIW Arrested

(BANCROFT, ON) – The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police has charged one person following a complaint at the Quinte Health North Hastings Hospital.

On Sunday August 17, 2025, shortly after 3:30 a.m., officers responded to a report of an intoxicated person being belligerent at the hospital in Bancroft. When officers arrived, they observed damage that had been done to the building.

As a result, Sarah JACIW, age 27, was charged with mischief.

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

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Area OPP Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

Jason WICKIE From West Perth Arrested – Details Released

(HURON EAST, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a West Perth resident with a criminal driving offence following a traffic stop in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check in the Municipality of Huron East on July 4th, 2025. 

Just after 3:30 p.m. on Friday, July 04, 2025, Huron County OPP officers checked a driver that entered an OPP RIDE check on Front Road at Kinburn Line in Huron East. Police spoke to the driver and discovered that they had consumed alcohol prior to driving.

The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Jason WICKIE, 49 years-of-age from West Perth has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The accused was additionally charged with offences found in the Highway Traffic Act and the Liquor Licence Control Act.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 days, and the accused’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.