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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Tiny Hit & Run Results In Impaired Charge

(MIDLAND, ON)- An early morning single vehicle crash in Tiny Township has resulted in an Tiny Township resident being the subject of an impaired driving investigation after a vehicle left the roadway and struck a utility pole.

Officers of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded after the OPP Communication Centre received a report on July 25, 2025, at approximately 1:35 a.m. involving a black Ford pick up truck that had left the roadway and struck a pole on Champlain Road near Tiny Concession Road 16.

The lone driver was located and an impaired driving investigation was commenced which later concluded at Detachment with 45 year old Michael LEGAULT of Tiny Township being charged with the following criminal driving offences.

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

And further with the following Provincial Offences of.

  • Fail to Remain
  • Fail to have Currently Validated Plates

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on August 7, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. 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.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

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MISSISSAUGA OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – LAURENTI

(MISSISSAUGA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual following a drug-related investigation in Mississauga.

On Thursday, July 24, 2025, officers of the Mississauga OPP conducted a traffic stop on the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) at Erin Mills Parkway in Mississauga. As a result of the investigation, officers seized approximately four kilograms of suspected cocaine from the vehicle.

The driver, Rocco LAURENTI, a 27-year-old of Niagara Region has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Provincial Court of Justice in Brampton on Friday, July 25, 2025.    

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who may have any information regarding the incident is asked to contact Mississauga OPP at 905-858-8670. To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Central Elgin OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicle Recovered – Names Released

(CENTRAL ELGIN, ON) – Two people are charged following a traffic stop on Sunset Road in Central Elgin.

On July 23, 2025, at approximately 2:53 p.m. the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), stopped a motor vehicle on Sunset Road because of a hit on the Automated Licence Plate Recognition system.

Tanya TUCKEY, 44-years-old of London is charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (two times)

·      Operation while impaired

·      Failure to comply with undertaking

·      Drive motor vehicle – no licence (Highway Traffic Act)

·      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor (Liquor Licence Act)

·      Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available (Cannabis Control Act)

Kenneth DALE, 51-years-old of London is charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Possession Property Obtained by Crime over $5000, and

·      Failure to comply with undertaking

As a result of the traffic stop, the Elgin and Middlesex Community Street Crime Unit executed a search warrant on an address in London. Tanya TUCKEY is charged with the following additional Criminal Code offences:

·      Possession of Firearm contrary to Prohibition Order (two times)

·      Possession of a Crossbow contrary to Prohibition Order

·      Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

·      Careless Storage of a Firearm and Ammunition

The accused parties were held for bail and appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on the July 24,2025.

If you have any information regarding this incident, please call Elgin 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 Stone Mills

Jordan ROMBOUGH Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(STONE MILLS TOWNSHIP, ON) – An arrest warrant executed in Stone Mills Township has led to a wanted male facing charges.

On Friday, July 25, 2025, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit, officers from the Emergency Response Team (ERT) along with officers from the Lennox and Addington County OPP Detachment, attended a residence on County Road 6 in Stone Mills Township to execute a warrant. Officers located the wanted male who was taken into custody.

Jordan ROMBOUGH, a 34-year-old from Stone Mills Township was charged, as a result of several incidents, with the following:  

  • Assault a peace officer with a weapon
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Dangerous operation – two counts
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code – five counts
  • Failure to comply with release order – seven counts
  • Failure to comply with probation order – three counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Trafficking in property obtained by crime
  • Fraud under $5000

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice.

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Collingwood OPP Police Press Releases

KHWAJA HAFIZ Facing Numerous Charges

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – On April 3, 2025, an officer from the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Mountain Road near 11th Line in the Town of Collingwood after an Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) alert identified a suspended driver.

The vehicle, a white Dodge Sprinter van, was stopped without incident. The lone male occupant, identified as Khwaja Najm KHWAJA HAFIZ, 31, of the Greater Toronto Area, was found to be a suspended and prohibited driver.

Further investigation revealed multiple active suspensions under both the Highway Traffic Act and the Criminal Code. Officers also located cannabis readily available within the vehicle and an imitation firearm-a BB gun-concealed under the driver’s seat.

KHWAJA HAFIZ was charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while prohibited (2 counts), section 320.18(1)(a), Criminal Code
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, section 88, Criminal Code
  • Drive while under suspension, section 53(1), Highway Traffic Act
  • Fail to surrender insurance card, section 3(1), Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available, section 12(1), Cannabis Control Act
  • Drive motor vehicle – no currently validated permit, section 7(1)(a), Highway Traffic Act
  • Confuse identity of plate, section 13(1), Highway Traffic Act
  • Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver, section 5(1), Ontario Regulation 340/94

In mid-July, the accused failed to attend court as required, and a warrant was issued for his arrest.

On July 24, 2025, members of the Collingwood OPP took custody of KHWAJA HAFIZ from the Napanee OPP. He was transported to the Collingwood detachment and held in custody for a bail hearing, which took place on July 25, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

Andrew MANCINI Was Arrested – Meth A Factor

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges in an impaired driving investigation.

On July 23, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., a traffic complaint on Monogram Place, Quinte West, led Quinte West OPP to suspect a motorist may have been impaired.

The driver was arrested and transported to the Quinte West Detachment, where charges were laid.

Andrew MANCINI , age 36, from Brighton, was charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – Methamphetamine

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on August 11, 2025. Additionally, the vehicle was impounded for seven days, and their licence suspended for 90 days.

If you suspect that someone is driving or about to drive impaired, call 9-1-1 and report it. You could save a life.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Amanda MURDOCK – Impaired Operation

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – A driver is facing several charges after Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle travelling at high rates of speed near Salem.

On July 24, 2025, at approximately 11:20 p.m., a member of the Wellington County OPP was monitoring traffic on Wellington Road 7 north of Salem in the Township of Centre Wellington. 

At this time, the officer observed a vehicle travelling well above the posted speed limit. A traffic stop was initiated and as a result of investigation, Amanda MURDOCK, 34-years-old from Cambridge, has been charged with:

  •   Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  •  Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  •  Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  •  Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt contrary to the Highway Traffic Act

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph, on August 8, 2025.

*Anyone charged with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt receives a 14-day impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension as per statute.

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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Attempted Child Abduction: Patricia GALLICHAN-RULE Arrested

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – Members of the Kirkland Lake Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual following an attempted abduction of a child.

On Thursday, July 24, 2025, at approximately 12:35 p.m., officers responded to a report of an attempted child abduction in the parking lot of a store on Government Road in Kirkland Lake.

It was reported that an individual had approached a mother and child and attempted to gain access to the vehicle occupied by the child. The mother was able to secure the vehicle door, preventing entry, and the suspect fled the scene.

Upon police arrival, officers launched an investigation and later located the individual nearby.

As a result, Patricia GALLICHAN-RULE, a 38-year-old from Bonfield Township, was charged with:

·      Abduction of person under 14 – take or entice

·      Resist peace officer

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Provincial Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on Friday, July 25, 2025.    

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who may have any information regarding the incident is asked to contact Kirkland Lake OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Michael NICHOLAS Was Arrested

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION ON) – Driver facing impaired charge after traffic complaint in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation.

On July 24, 2025, at 3:44 p.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police Service and the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation Police, were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Fairgrounds Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation for the report of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle was located on River Road, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Michael NICHOLAS, a 68-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – Alcohol

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

·      Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code (four counts)

·      Driving while under suspension (six counts)

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 10, 2025.

The Oneida Nation Police Service and 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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OPP Police Press Releases Tay

Ricardo TEIXEIRA Was Arrested

(TAY TOWNSHIP, ON)- An officer conducting speed enforcement on Vasey Road in the village of Waverly entered into an impaired driving investigation this afternoon after stopping a vehicle for a speeding offence.

At approximately 3:10 p.m. July 24, 2025, an officer of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped an east bound mini-van occupied by two adults and five children in Tay Township in the 60 km/hr zone and upon speaking with the driver and entered into a driving investigation which was continued at the Detachment.

Upon completion of the investigation, 52 year old Bradford resident Ricardo TEIXEIRA has been charged with the following criminal driving offences of –

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

And further with the following Provincial Offences

  • Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit
  • Drive while under Suspension

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on August 7, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. 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.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Hunter GREEN – Theft

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) have charged one person after receiving reports of a theft on Queen Street in the Town of Renfrew.

On Friday, July 18, 2025, Renfrew OPP responded to a theft of a delivered package. Police obtained surveillance video and were able to identify a suspect.

As a result of the investigation, Hunter GREEN, age 35 of Renfrew was charged with theft under $5000.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke Court on September 10, 2025.

The stolen property was returned to the rightful owner.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Ian WILLIAMS – Impaired Operation

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

On July 24, 2025, at around 8:45 a.m., OPP received a complaint regarding a possible impaired driver on County Road 28 in the Municipality of Port Hope.

Members from the Emergency Response Team (ERT) were patrolling Highway 401 westbound and observed a pick-up truck matching the description provided by the caller.

The vehicle was stopped, and police entered an impaired operation investigation. As a result, the driver was taken into custody and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Ian WILLIAMS (56), from Port Perry, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

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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North Bay OPP Police Press Releases

Teens Arrested For Murder

(NORTH BAY, ON) – Two people have been charged and the deceased identified in relation to an ongoing death investigation in Bonfield.

On Saturday, July 19, 2025, at approximately 6:45 a.m., officers from the North Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to a residence on Trunk Road, where one person was located deceased.

The deceased has been identified as Kevin ROSE, 50 years old of Bonfield.

As a result of the investigation, Darius BOMBERRY, 18 years old of Callander, and Kyle TROTTIER, 19 years old of North Bay, have each been charged with second degree murder, contrary to section 235(1) of the Criminal Code.

Both accused remain in custody pending a bail hearing and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on Wednesday, July 30, 2025.

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

Anyone with information regarding this investigation should immediately contact the North Bay OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 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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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Sean MACINNES – Impaired Driving

(ORILLIA, ON) – A traffic complaint being called in by a member of the public has led to impaired related charges laid by members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

On July 23, 2025, just before 8:30 pm, officers from the Orillia OPP were dispatched to a traffic complaint after a member of the public observed a driver consuming what they believed to be alcohol in their vehicle parked at a local business on Coldwater Road, in the City of Orillia. The concerned citizen followed the suspect vehicle and provided updates to the police. Upon arriving at scene, officers located the suspect vehicle and entered an impaired operation investigation based on the driver’s behaviour. The driver was arrested and transported to the Orillia Detachment for further testing, assisted by an officer from Rama First Nations Police Service.

As a result of the investigation, Sean MACINNES, 52-year-old from Orillia, has been charged with the following:

–      Operation while impaired (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 14 days.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-8477 (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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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers – WILLIAMS & HASSAN

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

On Saturday July 19, 2025, just after 6:00 p.m., L&A County OPP members were advised of a traffic complaint involving a possible impaired driver on County Road 6 in Loyalist Township. The vehicle was located, and the driver was arrested. 

Bruce WILLIAMS, a 73-year-old from Odessa, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on August 5, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days.

 On Monday July 21, 2025, just before 1:00 a.m., L&A County OPP was called by a member of the public regarding a single vehicle collision on Highway 41 in Addington Highlands Township. Police attended the collision scene and the driver was arrested.  

Saheed HASSAN a 22-year-old from Brampton, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration
  • Careless driving
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on August 12, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days.