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North Perth OPP Police Press Releases

OPP Arrest “Barricaded” Person in Listowel — Answer Your Door or Else

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – One person is in custody following an incident involving a barricaded person at a residence in Listowel.

On February 4, 2026, at approximately 9:30 p.m., members of the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an address on Derry Street East, Listowel.

Police contained the area with the support of the OPP West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), Canine Unit and Crisis Negotiators.

There was no threat to public safety, however the OPP asked the public to avoid the area due to the heavy police presence.

A 66-year-old resident of North Perth was placed under arrest and charged with the following Criminal Code offence:

·      Uttering Threats – Damage Property

The accused remains in custody pending a bail hearing. 

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Allan GABRIEL DE LEON – Drunk Driving

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – One person has been charged following a traffic stop in Leamington.

On Feb 5, 2026, at approximately 2:34 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a vehicle stop on Talbot Street West near Erie Street in the Municipality of Leamington.

Allan GABRIEL DE LEON, 28-years-old of Leamington was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offence:

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

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 March 18, 2026, 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 or 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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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Cintiro LOON Was Arrested Again

(KENORA, ON) – Members of the Kenora Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an individual which resulted in numerous firearm offences, and the seizure of a prohibited firearm.

On February 4th, 2026, shortly after 9:00 p.m., members of the Kenora OPP attended a call for service involving a suspect with a firearm in the area of Cambrian Drive in the City of Kenora. Police located the male with a loaded firearm, and after a short foot pursuit, he was taken into custody.

As a result of this investigation, Cintiro LOON, 21-years-old of Kenora, ON has been arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Fail to comply with probation order x2

·      Failure to comply with release order

·      Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

·      Careless Use of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or Ammunition

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition

·      Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

·      Obstruct Peace Officer

The accused is being held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on the 5th of February 2026.

Members of the OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. Anyone with any information about the possession or trafficking of illegal firearms should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Shuniah

Omar KHAN – Drug Trafficking

(SHUNIAH, ON) – One individual has been arrested and charged with drug trafficking following a traffic stop.

On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, members from the Thunder Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a routine traffic stop. During the interaction with the driver, the officer formed reasonable grounds to believe the vehicle was being used to traffic controlled drugs and substances.

A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $400,000. The vehicle has also been seized as offence related property. The investigation was led by Thunder Bay OPP with assistance from the OPP Community Street Crime Unit and the OPP Guns & Gangs Unit.

As a result, Omar KHAN, a 33-year-old from Oshawa, is charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Traffick in schedule I substance – cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on February 4, 2026.

If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Infant Murdered

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Norfolk County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one individual in connection with a sudden death that has been deemed a homicide in Port Rowan.

On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at approximately 1:50 p.m., officers were called to a residence on Front Road, where an infant was located deceased.

As a result of the investigation, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, a 16-year-old Norfolk County resident was arrested and charged with second degree murder, contrary to section 235(1) of the Criminal Code.

The accused, whose identity is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe at a later date.

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

Anyone with any information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact the Norfolk County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Brock NEILSEN Was Arrested

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

On January 29, 2026, at 8:53 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while on general patrol on Catherine Street in Thames Centre, observed a suspicious vehicle at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

As a result, Brock NEILSEN, a 45-year-old of Thames Centre, has been charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act and Cannabis Control Act with:

·      Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Disobey stop sign – fail to stop

·      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused has been released from police custody and is and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on March 4, 2026, to speak to the charges. 

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 Tecumseh Windsor

Megan MITCHELL – Drunk Driving

(TECUMSEH, ON) – A driver has been charged following a collision in Tecumseh.

 At approximately 9:50 p.m. on February 3, 2026, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a single motor vehicle collision on Tecumseh Road near Bedell Street in the Town of Tecumseh.

Megan MITCHELL, 30-years-old of Windsor 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

The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on March 19, 2026, to answer to the charges.

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

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 or 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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OPP South Porcupine

Drug Bust – Dean Bernier & Wendy Emans

(SOUTH PORCUPINE, ON) – On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, with the assistance of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) K9 unit and Iroquois Falls members, the OPP Northeast Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a residence in Monteith. Police seized suspected cocaine, Canadian currency and drug paraphernalia, all with an estimated street value of $13,800. 

As a result, two persons were arrested and charged. 

Dean Bernier, 48 years of age and Wendy Emans, 55 years of age, both from Monteith, have been charged with the following CDSA offences:

  • Possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, and
  • Possession of proceeds of crime over $5,000

The accused persons are being held in custody and are awaiting a bail hearing.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

John KACHUR – Theft, Drunk Driving

(CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – An Elora resident is charged following a traffic stop.

On January 30, 2026, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a theft from a business on Parkside Drive West in Fergus. The accused concealed a bottle of vodka and left the store without attempting to pay for it. The accused was recognized as being involved in two previously reported alcohol thefts from the same business on January 16 and January 24, 2026. The accused remained outstanding.

On February 3, 2026, at approximately 11:45 p.m., a member of the Wellington County OPP was conducting proactive traffic enforcement on Sophia Street in Elora, when they located the accused’s vehicle and observed signs of impairment.

As a result of the investigation, John KACHUR, a 37-year-old from Elora, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting (three counts)

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day vehicle impoundment were initiated as per statute.

The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on March 17, 2026.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. 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.

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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Arthur OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Burke SEEHAVER Was Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – An Arthur driver is charged following a traffic stop.

On February 2, 2026, at approximately 12:15 a.m., a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting proactive traffic enforcement on Wellington Road 109 in Arthur, when the cruiser’s Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) alerted the officer of a potential suspended driver.

As a result of the investigation, Burke SEEHAVER, a 35-year-old from Arthur, is charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:

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

The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on March 20, 2026.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. 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.

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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MANITOULIN OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Skylier BELL & Melissa RICHARD

(MANITOULIN ISLAND, ON) – Two people are facing drug related charges after a warrant was executed at a residence in Wikwemikong Unceded Territory.

In January 2026, the OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) initiated an investigation after receiving information regarding suspected drug trafficking at a residence in Wikwemikong First Nation. On January 22, 2026, OPP CSCU executed a search warrant at the residence, with assistance from Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS), United Chief and Councils of Manitoulin Police Service Commission (UCCM) Canine, OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), and OPP Canine. Two people were arrested as a result.

Skylier BELL, 33-years-old of Wikwemikong Unceded Territory, was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid

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

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

Melissa RICHARD, 32-years-old of Wikwemikong Unceded Territory, was charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid

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

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

Both accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court and were remanded into custody. They are scheduled to appear before court today, February 4, 2026.

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OPP Penetanguishene Police Press Releases

Troy SWEENEY Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(Penetanguishene, ON) The Southern Georgian Bay OPP responded this morning to a report of an armed individual inside a Penetanguishene apartment building on Maria Street.

On February 3, 2026, at approximately 8:30 a.m., officers were called to respond to a person who was aggressively swinging a machete‑style weapon inside the secure common area of the building. The victim, who happened upon the suspect, fled and secured himself inside an apartment.

Police arrived within minutes and searched the building’s hallways and stairwells. Officers located a male matching the description and were able to arrest him without further incident. A machete‑style weapon and a hunting‑style knife were seized at the scene.

The suspect was transported to the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment. There were no injuries reported as a result of this incident.

The accused, Troy SWEENEY, 37 years old, of Penetanguishene, has been charged with the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code:

  • Assault with a Weapon
  • Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
  • Breach of Probation (two counts)

The accused was held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice on February 3, 2026.

The OPP reminds residents that if you observe suspicious or dangerous behaviour, call 911 immediately. Quick reporting from the public continues to play a critical role in maintaining community safety.

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Mono OPP Police Press Releases

Jason JOHNSTON & Michael BARRIE Were Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three local residents with impaired operation-related charges following separate calls for service in Dufferin County.

On January 28, 2026, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Dufferin OPP received a complaint regarding a motor vehicle collision in which a vehicle had struck a hydro pole. Officers arrived on scene, spoke with the driver, and initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Jason JOHNSTON, a 49-year-old male from Mono, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Fail to remain
  • Possess unmarked cigarettes
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

On January 31, 2026, at approximately 7:40 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a complaint from a concerned citizen regarding a vehicle in a ditch, possibly believed to be operated by an impaired driver, in the area of 10th East Garafraxa Township. Officers searched for the vehicle and were able to locate it. Following a brief interaction with the driver, an impaired driving investigation was initiated.

Michael BARRIE, a 57-year-old male from Georgetown, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

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.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities.

If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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OPP Police Press Releases Walpole Island First Nation

Hawke KIYOSHK Was Arrested

(WALPOLE ISLAND FIRST NATION, ON) – An individual is facing several charges following the execution of a search warrant on Walpole Island First Nation.

On January 30, 2026, members from the Lambton County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Essex CSCU, with the assistance of the West Region OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), West Region OPP Canine Unit, and Lambton County OPP and Walpole Island Police Service uniform members, executed a search warrant at a residence on Tecumseh Road, Walpole Island First Nation.

The search warrant was obtained as part of an ongoing drug investigation that began in January 2026.

As a result of the search, police seized a quantity of suspected fentanyl, cocaine, several firearms, Canadian currency, and other offence-related items. The combined estimated value of the items seized is approximately $19,400.

As a result of the investigation, Hawke KIYOSHK, a 41-year-old of Walpole Island First Nation, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following offences:

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Fentanyl

·        Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order (18 counts)

·        Unauthorized possession of a firearm (four counts)

·        Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition (two counts)

·        Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

The accused was held for a bail hearing and was subsequently remanded into custody. They are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Sarnia on February 4, 2026.

If you have any information that can help investigators, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Christopher VANKASTEREN Was Arrested

 (TILLSONBURG, ON) – A driver is facing multiple charges after members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment, detected and arrested a dangerous driver in the Town of Tillsonburg.

At approximately 12:20 a.m., on February 1, 2026, a member from Oxford OPP detected a vehicle being driven dangerously on Broadway in Tillsonburg.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher VANKASTEREN, a 37-year-old resident of La Salette, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Failure/Refusal to Comply with Demand
  • Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  • Careless Driving
  • Fail to Remain
  • Drive Vehicle with Liquor Readily Available

 The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice, in Woodstock, on March 31, 2026.