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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Aedan HASKETT Was Arrested Again #RepeatOffender

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged four individuals after a collision on Highway 11 in Gravenhurst.

On August 14, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to reports of a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 11 North in Gravenhurst near Sedore Road, fortunately the vehicle missed a rock cut before colliding in the ditch and none of the occupants suffered any significant injuries.

Officers attended and as a result of their investigation into the collision, determined that the involved vehicle had been reported stolen on August 10, 2025 from New Brunswick.

As a result of their investigation, police arrested and charged 18-year-old Aedan HASKETT of Moncton, NB with the following:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Operation while Prohibited
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000
  • Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Failure to Comply with Release Order X 3

He will appear for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on August 15, 2025 to answer to his charges.

Furthermore, three young people, one 14-year-old and two 15-year-olds, all from Moncton, NB, have each been charged with Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000. Their identifies are protected pursuant to provisions under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. They will each appear for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on August 15, 2025 to answer to their charge.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Paul BAMFORD – Drunk Driving

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual with impaired operation.

On August 15, 2025, at around 7:20 a.m., OPP received a complaint regarding a vehicle unable to maintain it’s lane while travelling eastbound on Highway 401 at Newtownville.

The caller was able to update officers that the driver had taken the exit for Cobourg where a pick-up truck matching the description provided, was located by OPP on Burnham Street.

Upon speaking with the motorist, police entered into an impaired operation investigation. As a result, the driver was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Paul BAMFORD (54), from Brampton, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

–      Dangerous operation

In addition to a future court date in September, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. Whether you are impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired and driving under the influence of either is a criminal offence. If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Dallas JEROME – Drunk Driving

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in connection with an impaired driving investigation near Simcoe.

At approximately 7:32 a.m. on Thursday, August 14, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 9-1-1 call about a suspected impaired driver on West Street in Simcoe.

Officers located the vehicle on Highway 3 just outside of Simcoe and, following a roadside sobriety test, took the driver into custody without incident.

As a result, 44-year-old Dallas JEROME of Haldimand County was charged with the following alleged offence:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

More Impaired Drivers – MITTELSTAEDT & REID

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges for impaired operation on the water.

On Saturday, July 26, 2025, shortly after 7:00 p.m., officers with the Prince Edward County Detachment of the OPP and Tyendinaga Police Service (TPS) responded to the report of a boat washed up on a shoreline on the Bay of Quinte.

Officers located the vessel, and through investigation, discovered that the driver was sleeping at the helm. The operator was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

Robert MITTELSTAEDT, age 70 of Aurora, has been charged with:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on August 20, 2025.

On Sunday, August 10th, 2025, around 7:45 p.m., members of the Prince Edward County and Quinte West detachments of the OPP were conducting joint marine patrols with Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) Conservation Officer, on West Lake in Prince Edward County.

Officers conducted a vessel stop and observed open alcohol on the vessel. During the investigation an approved screen device was utilized on the operator. The operator was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

Russell REID, age 63 of Wellington, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Having care and control of a boat underway with open container of liquor

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

The individuals’ driver’s licences have been suspended for 90 days.

The OPP are committed to highway and waterway safety, focusing on impaired operation of vehicles and vessels. Plan ahead and do your part to keep our highway and waterways safe.

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Mono OPP Police Press Releases

Christian HAMPTON Arrested Following Collision

(Mono, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver involved in a single motor vehicle collision.

On March 31, 2025, just after 3:00 a.m., the Dufferin County OPP were called to a collision scene on 5 Sideroad in the Town of Mono in which a single motor vehicle had struck a pole. Emergency services efficiently worked to retrieve a single male occupant from the motor vehicle and transport him to the hospital.

As a result of this investigation, Christian HAMPTON, a 27 year old from Mono has been charged with:

•      Adult Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

•      Adult Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville to answer to the charges.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorist 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.

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Harris OPP Police Press Releases

Stephane MAYRAND Was Arrested Again

(HARRIS TOWNSHIP, ON) – A collision on Highway 65 in Harris Township resulted in a driver’s arrest.

On Tuesday, August 12,2025 at approximately 10:15 p.m., the Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single-vehicle collision on Highway 65 East in Harris Township.

Following the investigation, the driver, Stephane MAYRAND, 42 years-of-age, of Nedelec, Quebec, was charged with:

·      Dangerous operation

·      Fail to comply with probation order

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

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested Following Theft – FAIRHURST & FAIRHURST

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals following a shoplifting investigation at a local business.

On August 13, 2025, shortly after 1:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a theft in progress at a retail store on Hastings Street North in Bancroft. It was reported that a male suspect stole a cart of merchandise before leaving the store. The suspect allegedly returned a short time later and was confronted by store staff, at which point he fled into a wooded area behind the business.

Officers conducted an area search and later located and arrested two individuals in relation to the incident.

As a result of the investigation:

Wayne FAIRHURST, 50 years old, of Dysart et al., has been charged with:

  • Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting, contrary to section 334(b) of the Criminal Code
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000, contrary to section 355(b) of the Criminal Code

Ashley FAIRHURST, 37 years old, of Dysart et al., has been charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000, contrary to section 355(b) of the Criminal Code

Both accused were released on undertakings and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on a future date.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

WARD Arrested For Theft

(BANCROFT, ON) – The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a third individual in relation to an ongoing shoplifting investigation.

On August 14, 2025, officers arrested and charged Paul Christopher WARD, 46 years old, of Essex, Ontario, with:

  • Theft Under $5,000 – two counts – contrary to section 334(b) of the Criminal Code

The charges relate to incidents at two separate businesses on Hastings Street North in Bancroft on August 13, 2025.

The accused was released on undertakings and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on a future date.

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Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

19 Year Old Facing Impaired Charge

(HURON EAST, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Huron East resident with an Impaired driving offence following a traffic stop in a “Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere” (R.I.D.E.) check on July 01, 2025, in the Municipality of Huron East. 

Just before 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 01, 2025, Huron County OPP officers spoke to a vehicle driver at an OPP RIDE check in the village of Walton, Huron East. The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they underwent testing with an OPP Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officer.

John RYAN, 19 years of age from Huron East has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs,

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

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 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 August 18, 2025. 

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

One Teen Dead, One Airlifted Hospital

(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 Essex County was transported to hospital where they were pronounced deceased from their injuries.

A second female, 16 years of age was transported to hospital and then air lifted to a trauma centre with life-threatening injuries.

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

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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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

John LAFLEUR Arrested Following Indecent Act #PervertAlert

(ESPANOLA, ON) – The Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual following a report of an indecent act.

On Saturday, August 9, 2025, at approximately 4:00 p.m., members of the Manitoulin OPP responded to a report of a person committing an indecent act at a park and beach area in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township, where children and families were present. Police initiated an investigation and subsequently arrested the individual.

As a result, John LAFLEUR, 73-years-old from Sudbury, was charged with indecent act – public place.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on September 8, 2025.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Manubhai PATEL – Sexual Assault

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – Police arrested a man in Elliot Lake after a reported sexual assault.

On August 10, 2025, at approximately 11:15 a.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called regarding a sexual assault that occurred in a park area adjacent to Ste Camillus Crescent.

Earlier that morning, a person was approached by an older male with a cane, who offered the person money for sex. The male then proceeded to touch the person inappropriately before they ran away.   

Manubhai PATEL, 73-years-old, from Elliot Lake, was later arrested and charged with – Sexual Assault.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on October 9, 2025.

Police are requesting anyone who may have additional information or believes that they were a victim of similar circumstance to contact East Algoma OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit information online at: www.sudburycrimestoppers.com 

Victims of sexual assault are not alone. If you need support or know someone that does, there are local resources here to help. You can visit the Victim Services of Algoma website at http://www.victimservicesalgoma.ca for assistance. A toll-free call can also be placed to 1-888-822-7792 where your information will remain anonymous and confidential. If you are in an immediate crisis, dial 9-1-1.  

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OPP Police Press Releases Trent Hills

Michael DINGMAN Was Arrested Again

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges against an individual following a report of a disturbance at a healthcare facility.

On August 11, 2025, at approximately 3:40 p.m., officers responded to a threats call at an address on Oliver Road, where a person was reportedly acting aggressively toward staff.

Upon arrival, police learned the individual had already left the scene. An investigation was initiated, and officers obtained a description of the suspect.

Later that evening, officers located the individual in the area of Front Street North and Bridge Street East where they were taken into custody.

As a result, Michael DINGMAN (59) of no fixed address, has been charged with:

  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm
  • Uttering threats to damage property
  • Failing to comply with a probation order

The accused was held for a bail hearing to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

The Northumberland OPP is committed to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact Crime Stoppers at stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Essex OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offenders Arrested Following Crime Spree

(ESSEX COUNTY, ON)- On Wednesday August 12, 2025, the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit arrested two individuals in relation to multiple investigations throughout Essex County.

Between May 15 and July 8, 2025, the accused were involved in a crime spree in Lakeshore, Tecumseh and Essex which affected 35 victims and caused over $10,000.00 in losses and damages. 

The charges are in relation to the theft of a pickup truck, entering several unlocked and locked vehicles and garages. Stealing cash, personal items, electronic devices and garage door openers and then purchasing items at retails stores with stolen debit and credit cards.

As a result, Brandon MONCRIEFF, 31 years of age of Amherstburg has been charged under the Criminal code with 93 charges, including:

  • Break and Enter a Place commit Indictable Offence (three counts)
  • Break and Enter Dwelling House commit Ind Offence
  • Theft Over $5,000 of a Motor Vehicle
  • Disguise with Intent (three counts)
  • Theft Under $5,000 from a Motor Vehicle (30 counts)
  • Mischief Under $5,000 (three counts)
  • Operation While Prohibited – Legal Restriction (eight counts)
  • Operation While Prohibited under the (four counts)
  • Use of Credit Card (22 counts)
  • Fail to Comply with Release Order (14 counts)
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order (four counts)

Jonathan POITRAS, 35 years of age of Windsor has been charged under the Criminal code with 81 charges, including:

  • Break and Enter a Place commit Indictable Offence (three counts)
  • Break and Enter Dwelling House commit Ind Offence
  • Theft over $5,000 of a Motor Vehicle
  • Disguise with Intent (two counts)
  • Use of Credit Card (29 counts)
  • Theft Under $5,000 from a Motor Vehicle (30 counts)
  • Mischief Under $5,000 (three counts)
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order (eight counts)
  • Fail to Comply with Release Order (four counts)

Both of the accused remain in custody and will appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor.

Investigators are asking anyone who has any information to this investigation or any other investigation to contact Essex County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can submit an online tip at www.catchcrooks.com or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

$240 Fine For 12 Year Old With No Seatbelt

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver is facing a costly charge stemming from a traffic stop at a RIDE program.

On August 13, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Orangeville Road in Fergus.

During the initiative, a 45-year-old from Regina, Saskatchewan, was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with the following offence after their 12-year-old child was found to not be wearing their seatbelt:

  • Drive while passenger under 16 fails to properly wear a seat belt

This charge is accompanied by a $240 fine.

The Wellington County OPP are urging drivers and passengers to buckle up. Wearing a seat belt is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself from serious injury or death in the event of a collision.

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.

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.