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EAST ZORRA - TAVISTOCK OPP Police Press Releases

Wendy HICKS – Drunk Driving

 (EAST ZORRA-TAVISTOCK, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment took another impaired driver off the road as the result of a R.I.D.E. check in the Township of East Zorra-Tavistock.

On August 9, 2025, at approximately 3:15 p.m., Oxford OPP set up a Reduced Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) check on George Street in Innerkip.

As a result, Wendy HICKS, a 58-year-old resident of Woodstock, has been charged with:

  • Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Driving Motor Vehicle with Unsealed Alcohol
  • Fail to Stop for Police

The accused has been held in custody pending a bail hearing.

R.I.D.E. programs are set up at various locations during the day and night. They continue to prove to be helpful in getting impaired drivers off Oxford County roadways.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Anthony WALL – Drunk Driving

 (TILLSONBURG, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment responded to a single vehicle collision, resulting in one person being charged with impaired driving charges.

On August 8, 2025, at approximately 6:50 p.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a collision on Vienna Road, just south of Highway 3, in the Town of Tillsonburg.

As a result of the investigation, Anthony WALL, a 30-year-old resident of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Dangerous Operation

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on September 2, 2025.

Driving while intoxicated not only impacts your life, but it can also impact the lives of everyone around you. Drive smart, drive safe, drive sober.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Jonathan DAVIS Was Arrested Again

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person following a disturbance involving multiple downtown businesses in the Town of Bancroft.

On August 9, 2025, shortly after 3:20 p.m., officers responded to reports of a male causing a disturbance at several locations on Hastings Street North and Station Street. It was reported that the male approached employees while in possession of a pickaxe, made inappropriate comments, and was confrontational with staff and members of the public. The male was also observed yelling at passing vehicles and pedestrians.

The accused was located a short time later and arrested. Investigation revealed he was bound by two probation order.

As a result, Jonathan DAVIS, 47 years old, of No Fixed Address in Bancroft, has been charged with:

  • Causing a Disturbance – contrary to section 175(1)(a) of the Criminal Code
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order – two counts – contrary to section 733.1(1) of the Criminal Code

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

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Jody WATSON Was Arrested Again

(BANCROFT, ON) – The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two people after a traffic stop in the Town of Bancroft.

On August 10, 2025, just after 1:20 a.m., officers stopped a vehicle on Bridge Street East. During the stop, suspected crack cocaine was observed in plain view. Both occupants were arrested and a search of the vehicle led to the seizure of drugs, cash, a prohibited weapon, and items associated with drug trafficking.

As a result, Jody WATSON, 39, of Bancroft, and Thomas PARRELL, 42, of South Algonquin Township, were jointly 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 – Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada

WATSON is further charged with:

  • Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

Both accused were held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

John BYAOMBE Was Arrested Again

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Traffic stop leads to multiple charges.

On July 25, 2025, at 7:52 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while travelling in the westbound lanes of Highway 401 in the Municipality of Thames Centre, was alerted by the Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system of a vehicle possibly travelling with stolen licence plates.

A traffic stop was initiated at which time the driver became resistant and fled into a field.

Members of the OPP Canine (K9) and Emergency Response Team (ERT) were called in to assist with the search, however, were met with negative results.

Investigation revealed the identity of the driver at which time a warrant was being sought.

On July 26, 2025, at 8:50 a.m., members of the Middlesex County OPP were dispatched to Putnam Road at Highway 401 for the report of a suspicious person matching the description of the wanted person.

As a result, John BYAOMBE, a 28-year-old of Winnipeg, Manitoba, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada

·      Resist Peace Officer

·      Operation While Prohibited – Legal Restriction from any other Act of Parliament or Provincial Law

·      Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court

The accused was held for bail.

If you see anything suspicious, the OPP can be reached anytime, 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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EAST HAWKESBURY OPP Police Press Releases

13 Year Old Deceased Following ATV Collision

(EAST HAWKESBURY, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Hawkesbury Detachment are investigating a fatal collision on Concession Road 6, in East Hawkesbury. 

On Sunday, August 10, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., officers responded to a single-vehicle collision involving an ATV. The incident occurred on a private lane way, where the ATV rolled over with two occupants on board.   

As a result of the incident, a 13-year-old male from East Hawkesbury was transported to hospital and later pronounced deceased. 

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Madeline KEITH – Drunk Driving

(ORILLIA, ON) – One party was arrested and is facing impaired related charges after striking a police cruiser that was at the scene of a separate motor vehicle collision.

On August 10, 2025, just after 3:00 am, an officer was on Highway 11 northbound, near Line 1 in Oro-Medonte Township, conducting traffic control for a motor vehicle collision that had occurred. While the officer was in their vehicle the accused proceeded through the road closure colliding with the cruiser. The officer was transported to a local hospital where they were assessed and released with minor injuries. The driver was arrested at the scene and transported back to the Orillia Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Madeline KEITH, 23-years-old of Mississaga, has been charged with the following:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs (CC), and

–      Operation while impaired – 80 plus (CC).

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia at a later date. Their driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The collision scene resulted in Highway 11 northbound being closed for numerous hours though the night as it was processed by members of the Technical Collision Investigation (TCI) Unit and has since been reopened. 

The OPP ask any members of the public who witnessed the collision, or have any dashcam footage, to please contact the Orillia OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122, referencing occurrence E251074936. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 (TIPS) or 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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OPP Police Press Releases West Elgin

Deceased Found Following Fire

(WEST ELGIN, ON)- On August 8, 2025, at approximately 10:53 p.m., Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Medavie-Elgin Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and the West Elgin Fire Department responded to a report of a structure fire in the 21000 block of Pioneer Line, Rodney, West Elgin.

The single residence structure was destroyed, and a 54-year-old male was pronounced deceased on scene.

The investigation is continuing with the assistance of the OPP Forensic Identification Services (FIS), in partnership with the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario (OCCO) and the Ontario Fire Marshal (OFM).

Pioneer Line remains closed between Blacks Road and Furnival Road.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

17 Year Old Deceased Following Collision

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Grey Bruce Detachment are investigating a fatal two-vehicle collision on Highway 6 near Limberlost Road, in South Bruce Peninsula. 

On Friday, August 8, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., officers responded to a head-on collision involving an SUV and another passenger vehicle. Four individuals were transported to hospital. 

A 17-year-old male from Markham was later pronounced deceased. Three other individuals have sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries. 

Emergency Medical Services, local fire services and OPP Collision Reconstructionist attended the scene to assist with the investigation. 

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North Kawartha OPP Police Press Releases

Lloyd WRIGHT – Break & Enter

(NORTH KAWARTHA TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of three motorcycles and various other property being stolen from a residence in North Kawartha Township.

On Monday July 28, 2025, the Peterborough County OPP received a call advising that some time that morning, a garage on the caller’s property on County Road 504 had been broken into. The caller advised that when they arrived that morning, they noticed various items out of place as well as a lock on the building had also been broken.

Upon arrival, the officer spoke with the complainant who provided a list of items that were discovered missing. Included in the list were three motorcycles, various helmets, alcohol, and a large fuel container. Of the three motorcycles, one was built as a show piece and was not meant to be driven.

On-site security cameras were reviewed and images of three suspects were obtained as well as the vehicle they were driving. The vehicle left the property with a black trailer, also taken from the property, with the motorcycles loaded on it.

On Thursday August 7, 2025, members of the Peterborough/Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) attended an address in Warkworth where one individual was arrested. One of the three motorcycles as well as the trailer were located and have been returned to the owner.

Lloyd WRIGHT (age 48) of Trent Hills, ON., was arrested and charged with;

  • Break, enter a place – commit indictable offence

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

The outstanding two suspects have been identified, and arrest warrants have been obtained for them.

Investigators are actively looking for information that may lead to the location of the outstanding suspect(s) involved in this theft. Police urge the public to call in tips on this case, or others, to the Peterborough OPP at 705-742-0401, the non-emergency line (888) 310-1122 or to Crime Stoppers.

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

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MADAWASKA VALLEY OPP Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert – Glen FERGUSON Arrested

(MADAWASKA VALLEY TOWNSHIP, ON) – An ongoing investigation has led to criminal charges against a Killaloe resident.

On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation when it was reported that a male had been committing an indecent act in a car while driving.

The investigation determined that the incident took place on July 23, 2025, and that the male had offered to provide a ride to and from Ottawa for an adult female and two female teenagers. The indecent acts were said to have happened after the adult female fell asleep.

Glen FERGUSON, age 64 of Killaloe, was arrested on Thursday, August 7, 2025, and faces two counts of committing an indecent act.

The accused remains in custody, with a bail hearing scheduled for Monday, August 11, 2025, before the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke.

This remains an active investigation, and it cannot be ruled out that there may be additional victims. If you have any information, contact the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you have information but want to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or report online at Renfrew County Crime Stoppers.

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OPP Paris Police Press Releases

5 Arrested For Break & Enter – Names Released

(PARIS, ON) – Five individuals have been charged following a break and enter investigation in Paris.

At approximately 1:05 a.m. on Friday, August 8, 2025, members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), with support from the West Region OPP Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit, responded to a reported break and enter to a residence on Dumfries St. in Paris.

Three individuals were located inside the residence and taken into custody immediately. Two other individuals were located later that day.

As a result, 19-year-old Yousef ELHADI, 20-year-old Malou AKOT, 22-year-old Henok TESFAY and 27-year-old Anwar ADAM, all of Kitchener, were charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Break and enter

All four were released on a Form 10 and will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford at a later date.

Further, 34-year-old Earl KEOUGH of Waterloo was charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Break and Enter
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order – 2 counts

Keough was scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on Friday, August 8, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southgate

Repeat Offender Eric BERCHTOLD Arrested Again

(SOUTHGATE, ON)- The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid multiple criminal charges following an investigation into a break and enter at a local business in the Township of Southgate.

On June 5, 2025, during the early morning hours, a break and enter occurred at a restaurant located on Highway 6. The suspect gained entry and committed theft and property damage before fleeing the scene. Officers were contacted later that day when the business opened and the incident was discovered.

Through coordinated efforts with the West Grey Police Service, investigators identified a suspect linked to a second break and enter in the Municipality of West Grey occurring shortly after the Southgate incident. The suspect was located and arrested by West Grey Police on June 10, 2025.

On August 6, 2025, Eric BERCHTOLD 37-year-old, of West Grey, was arrested and charged with the following criminal code offences:

  • Break and Enter a Place – Commit Indictable Offence
  • Theft Under $5,000
  • Mischief Under $5,000
  • Disguise with Intent
  • Possession of Break-In Instruments
  • Failure to Comply with Release Order (Two Counts)

The OPP would like to thank the West Grey Police Service for their assistance in this investigation.

The accused is being held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on August 27, 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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Garden River First Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Robert LESAGE – Impaired Driving

(GARDEN RIVER FIRST NATION, ON) – Despite a police warning, a driver chose to get behind the wheel after consuming alcoholic beverages. 

On August 4, 2025, at approximately 2:40 a.m., an officer with the Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Provincial Police was conducting general patrol on Highway 17 near Belleau Lake Road. An individual who appeared highly intoxicated approached the police cruiser and requested the officer leave the area. The individual then stated they would be driving to their residence shortly. The officer warned the individual not to drive and offered them a courtesy ride home, which the individual refused. Soon after, the officer observed the individual drive out of a nearby parking lot in a side-by-side vehicle. The vehicle was stopped due to the officer’s earlier observations and grounds to believe the driver was impaired by alcohol.

As a result, Robert LESAGE, 60 years-of-age, of Garden River First Nation was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • 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 on September 15, 2025 in Sault Ste. Marie. The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sault Ste Marie

More Impaired Drivers – PAGE, MALANG & DIAS

(SAULT STE. MARIE, ON) – The Sault Ste. Marie detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged three drivers with a total of seven impaired-related offences in July. All incidents occurred north of the city, in the afternoon or early evening hours.

On July 11, 2025, at approximately 6:03 p.m., Sault Ste. Marie OPP officers were notified of a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 556, near Searchmont. Police arrived on scene and located a vehicle towing a utility trailer, in the westbound ditch. Investigation determined the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages.

As a result, Richard PAGE, 74 years-of-age, of Sault Ste. Marie was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 11, 2025 in Sault Ste. Marie. The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. The Sault Ste. Marie OPP was assisted by Searchmont Community Volunteer firefighters.

On July 12, 2025, at approximately 2:26 p.m., Sault Ste. Marie OPP received a traffic complaint on Highway 17, southbound from the Wawa area. Witnesses reported a vehicle travelling at high speeds, passing aggressively and nearly rear ending another vehicle. Police located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop, where investigation determined the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages.

As a result, Sajad MALANG, 40 years-of-age, of Winnipeg, Manitoba was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 25, 2025 in Sault Ste. Marie. The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

On July 18, 2025, at approximately 8:11 p.m., Sault Ste. Marie OPP responded to a harassment call on Bye’s Side Road in Goulais River. Homeowners reported an unknown individual on their property. When confronted, the individual attempted to drive away, striking a tree and nearly striking one of the homeowners. Police attended and determined the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages.

As a result, Isabel DIAS, 59 years-of-age, of Sault Ste. Marie was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 18, 2025 in Sault Ste. Marie. The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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