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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

6 Injured, 1 Airlifted -Ranjit BHATTI Charged

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(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-vehicle collision on Wellington Road 109, resulting in six being injured.

On July 14, 2025, at approximately 7:15 p.m., the Wellington County OPP, alongside local emergency services, responded to a two-vehicle collision on Wellington Road 109, just outside of Arthur.

On scene, it was determined it was a head-on collision, involving two-vehicles and multiple injuries:

Vehicle one (Van) had four occupants, which resulted in one passenger being air-lifted to a trauma centre, where they sustained non-life-threatening, yet life-altering injuries. The other three occupants suffered minor injuries and were treated at the scene.

Vehicle two (truck) had two occupants, which they were taken to local hospital and determined to have minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Ranjit BHATTI, a 36-year-old from Brampton is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Careless driving causing bodily harm
  • Fail to share half roadway – meeting vehicle

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Guelph at a later date.

Wellington Road 109 was closed from Sideroad 17 to Charles Street West for the investigation for several hours, but has since been reopened.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or has information, such as dashcam footage, that could assist with this ongoing investigation is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 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.

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Grey Highlands OPP Police Press Releases

Jaspreet BAINS – Assault, Hit & Run, Etc.

(GREY HIGHLANDS, ON)– An Etobicoke resident is charged following multiple reports of an erratic driver in Grey Highlands on July 14, 2025.

On July 14, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m., members of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to multiple reports from concerned motorists regarding a vehicle driving erratically northbound along Highway 10 in Grey Highlands.

Witnesses described the vehicle weaving dangerously through traffic and causing damage to several vehicles. Officers quickly located the suspect vehicle on Highway 6-10, just north of Chatsworth. The driver was taken into custody.

Jaspreet BAINS, 31-years-old, of Etobicoke, has been charged with the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:

  • Dangerous Operation, CC
  • Flight from Peace Officer, CC
  • Operation While Impaired, CC
  • Assault Peace Officer, CC (Two Counts)
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Fail to Display Two Plates, HTA
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt, HTA
  • Fail to Stop for Police, HTA

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at 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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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Paul WEUSTEN Was Arrested Again

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested one person for failing to comply with a prohibition order.

On Thursday, July 10, 2025, shortly after 11:00 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop in the Town of Bancroft. One of the parties in the vehicle was found to be breaching the conditions of a prohibition order.

Paul WEUSTEN, 49, of Woodstock has been charged with failure to comply with a prohibition order regarding children- four counts.

The accused was held for bail and remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on July 15, 2025.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Shannon MCKEE – Drunk Driving

(ESSA, ON)– Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving after being stopped for speeding in Essa Township

On July 9, 2025, shortly before 8:00 p.m., A Nottawasaga OPP officer was conducting speed enforcement on Mill Street in Essa Township. The officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding and during the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest. 

As a result of the investigation, Shannon MCKEE 38-years-old of Collingwood was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on August 14, 2025, to answer to the charge. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

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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Dorion OPP Police Press Releases

Missing Person Located And Charged

(DORION, ON) – Members of the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) located and charged one individual with impaired operation. 

On July 4, 2025 at approximately 10:00 p.m. members of the Nipigon OPP were notified of a missing person, the person was somewhere on the rail bed driving an ATV (All Terrain Vehicle). At approximately 11:00 p.m. officers located the driver on the rail bed near Black Bay Drive in Dorion ON.

As a result of the investigation, it was determined that the driver of the ATV had been impaired by alcohol/drug. The driver Failed the ASD (Approved Screening Device) was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Nipigon Detachment for further testing.

Robert PRICE 67-years-old, of Pearl, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

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

·         Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Nipigon.

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

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce

One Dead In Canoe Incident

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – On Monday, July 14, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., members of the Grey Bruce Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), South Bruce Peninsula Fire Department and Bruce County Paramedic Services, responded to a report of a capsized canoe on Lake Huron, near Howdenvale.

Three individuals were canoeing when their vessel overturned. Two individuals managed to swim safely to shore. A third individual, a 32-year-old male, did not immediately resurface.

Bystanders were able to recover the male from the water and attempted to administer CPR. Upon the arrival of emergency responders, he was then transported to hospital by EMS, where he was pronounced deceased.

Grey Bruce OPP would like to thank all members of the public and emergency responders who provided assistance.   

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

David Mackey – Impaired Biking

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation after being alerted to a possible impaired driver in Coboconk on a motorcycle.

On Monday July 14, 2025 at approximately 1:37 pm officers were notified of a possible impaired driver that were operating a motorcycle believed to be impaired with a passenger. Officers entered into an impaired driving investigation and the driver was arrested and charged with impaired driving related charges.

David Mackey, 46-year-old of Coboconk, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date. The drivers license was suspended for 90 days and the motorcycle was impounded for 7 days.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to serving our province by protecting its’ citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

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Georgian Bluffs OPP Police Press Releases

Charge Laid In June Motorcycle Collision

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON)– One person is charged following an investigation into a serious traffic collision in June 2025.

On Monday, June 23, 2025, at approximately 3:48 p.m., members of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with Grey County EMS and local fire services, responded to a two-vehicle collision involving a vehicle and a motorcycle on Grey Road 17 at Big Rock Road in the Township of Georgian Bluffs.

The driver of the motorcycle sustained serious, but non-life-threatening injury and was transported to hospital for treatment.

As a result, a 39-year-old driver from Owen Sound has been charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Careless Driving Causing Bodily Harm

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court in Owen Sound on August 11, 2025.

The Grey Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 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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Mississippi Mills OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Pedestrian Vs Tree Collision

(MISSISSIPPI MILLS TWP., ON) – A woman, struck by a large section of falling tree in Almonte, has died from her injuries.

On Tuesday, July 8, 20205, shortly before 8:30 a.m., members of the Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and other first responders were called to the intersection of Ann and Church Streets.

A 34-year-old woman from Mississippi Mills Township was walking in the intersection when she was hit by the falling tree.

The victim was transported to hospital in critical condition.

On Sunday, July 13, 2025, the OPP was notified that the victim had died from the injuries sustained in the incident.

The investigation is continuing, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Alexander HERBERT – Drugs

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after conducting a traffic stop on Lochiel Street in the Town of Renfrew.

On Thursday, July 10, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a Renfrew OPP officer observed an All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) traveling on the roadway without a plate.  The ATV was later located on Lochiel Street in the Town of Renfrew and a traffic stop was conducted.

As a result of the investigation, Alexander HERBERT age 28 of Renfrew was charged with possession of a schedule 1 substance.

The accused was released and scheduled to attend the Pembroke Court of Justice on August 13, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Thomas FINDLAY – Impaired Driving

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after conducting a traffic stop on River Road in the Township of Horton.

On Thursday, July 10, 2025, at approximately 8:55 a.m., a Renfrew OPP officer conducted a traffic stop on River Road in the Township of Horton.

As a result of the investigation, Thomas FINDLAY age 70 of Kinburn was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

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

The accused was released and scheduled to attend the Pembroke Court of Justice on August 13, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Alexander GOLDBERG – Impaired Driving

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after conducting a traffic stop on Barnet Boulevard in the Town of Renfrew.

On Saturday, July 12, 2025, at approximately 12:05 a.m., a Renfrew OPP officer conducted a traffic stop on Barnet Boulevard in the Town of Renfrew.

As a result of the investigation, Alexander GOLDBERG age 40 of Renfrew was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

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

The accused was released and scheduled to attend the Pembroke Court of Justice on August 13, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

More Impaired Drivers Arrested – RYAN, RIGHTMEYER & CHERRETT

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

On Friday, July 11, 2025, at approximately 4:15 p.m., officers were responding to a traffic complaint on Johnstown Road, Quinte West. The driver of the vehicle was arrested for being impaired and transported to the detachment for further testing.

Marie RYAN, age 66, from Quinte West, was charged with the following offences:

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

On Saturday, July 12, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., officers with the Quinte West OPP, investigated a single vehicle collision on Loyalist Parkway, Quinte West, leading to suspect a motorist may have been under the influence of alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized, resulting in the arrest of a driver for being impaired. The driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

Carter RIGHTMEYER, age 19, from Quinte West was charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Fail to remain
  • Young driver – B.A.C. above zero
  • Fail to have insurance card

On Sunday, July 13, 2025, at approximately 10:15 p.m., officers with the Quinte West OPP, investigated a collision on North Murray Street, Quinte West, resulting in the arrest of a driver for being impaired.

Dallas CHERRETT, age 29, from Trenton, was charged with the following offence:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

All the accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on a later date. Additionally, the vehicles they were operating were impounded for seven days, and their licences 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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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Benjamin BARKLEY – Impaired Driving

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after responding to a traffic complaint on Opeongo Road in Admaston/Bromley Township.

On Sunday, July 13, 2025, at approximately 5:40 p.m., Renfrew OPP officers responded to a traffic complaint on Opeongo Road in the Township of Admaston/Bromley. The vehicle was later located on O’Brien Road in the Town of Renfrew and a traffic stop was conducted.

As a result of the investigation, Benjamin BARKLEY age 25 of Stittsville was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

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

The accused was released and scheduled to attend the Pembroke Court of Justice on August 13, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

18 Year Old Arrested After Parked Car Incident

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after vehicle collides with two parked cars in Dorchester.

On July 13, 2025, at 1:51 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to Huntington Crescent in Dorchester in the Municipality of Thames Centre for report vehicle that collided with two cars that were parked, unoccupied on the side of the road.

The suspect vehicle fled the scene, however, was later located at an address on Parkview Drive in Dorchester.

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

As a result, Gabriel BRAN, an 18-year-old of Dorchester, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – Alcohol

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

·      Dangerous operation

·      Failure to stop after accident

·      Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

·      Fail to report damaged vehicle

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 8, 2025.

There were no injuries reported.

The 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.