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OPP Police Press Releases South Porcupine

Kristina BRAYSHAW – Impaired Operation

(SOUTH PORCUPINE, ON) – One driver was arrested for impaired after collision on Highway 655.

On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, shortly after 4:00 p.m., the South Porcupine Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 655 and Ross Avenue, in Timmins.

As a result of the investigation, one of the drivers, Kristina BRAYSHAW, 31 years-old, of Timmins was arrested and charged with operation while impaired – drugs.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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

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Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

Arson In Huron-Kinloss – Keith DIETRICH Arrested

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On April 3, 2025, at approximately 10:16 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Lucknow Fire Department, and the Kincardine Fire Department responded to a structure fire at a residential property along Bruce Road 86, Township of Huron-Kinloss. The fire was deemed to be suspicious in nature.

As a result of the investigation, on June 27, 2025, the South Bruce OPP Crime Unit made an arrest in relation to this matter.

Keith DIETRICH, 49-years-old, resident of the City of Toronto, has been charged with:

  • Arson, CC 434
  • Break, enter a place with intent to commit an indictable offence, CC 348(1)(a)
  • Use, deals, acts on forged document, CC 368(1)(a)
  • Theft of electricity or gas, CC 326(1)(a)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on July 16, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The South 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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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

$2,000,000 Taken In Bank Robberies

(ORILLIA, ON) – Police have laid additional charges in a multi-jurisdictional bank robbery investigation named Project Opal.

Between Thursday, December 8, 2022, and Saturday, March 16, 2024, a series of eight armed bank robberies occurred in jurisdictions policed by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Barrie Police Service, Belleville Police Service, Durham Regional Police Service, Niagara Regional Police Service and York Regional Police. While each police service initially investigated their respective incidents, the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) assumed a coordinating role in August 2023 after investigators identified consistent patterns suggesting the involvement of a single group of suspects.

In each robbery, two or three individuals entered the bank shortly before closing. The suspects wore different disguises in each occurrence and brandished at least one handgun. In the last six robberies, bank employees were bound. Investigators have determined that the group of suspects is responsible for more than $2 million in reported losses across eight banks. The stolen funds have not yet been recovered.

On Friday, June 21, 2024, three suspects were arrested during an attempted robbery in Field, Ontario, by OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit and the OPP Aviation Unit, with support from West Nipissing OPP Crime Unit and CIB. A fourth suspect was arrested on Thursday, September 25, 2024, in Vaughan.

On Friday, June 27, 2025, the OPP charged Roderick NEWMAN, 33 years old of Coburg, with two counts of robbery with restricted or prohibited weapon contrary to section 344(1)(a) of the Criminal Code. These charges are in relation to robberies in Barrie and Newmarket.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Oshawa on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

The fifth suspect, Akeem WILLIAMS, 33 years old of Ajax, remains wanted. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to not approach him and instead contact police immediately.

Previous information, including the b-roll footage, project poster, video and photo of the wanted individual, is located in the Project Opal media kit (opp.ca/news).

This investigation included support from the Centre of Forensic Services and Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC).

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OPP Police Press Releases Selwyn

Jeremy MCMULLEN – Drunk Driving

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired after investigating a vehicle in a ditch call.

On Thursday June 26, 2025, just prior to 8:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers received a call regarding a vehicle that had been abandoned in a ditch on Tindle Bay Road.

Officers arrived on scene and observed the vehicle but there was no driver to be found. Officer’s made effort to contact the registered owner to ensure their well-being but were unsuccessful in reaching them. Officers went back to the vehicle only to have the driver return a short time later. Officers spoke with the driver and determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The individual was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Jeremy MCMULLEN (age 40) of Selwyn, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on July 22, 2025.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Amanda COOK Was Arrested – Details Released

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – One individual has ben charged with impaired driving following a traffic complaint in the Town of Paris.

On June 26, 2025, at 12:09 p.m., members of Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint on William St in the Town of Paris.

As a result of the investigation, Amanda COOK, 37-year-old of Brant County, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Drive while under suspension

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Brantford on July 10, 2025.

Brant County OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roadways. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you see or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Aggravated Assault – Matthew HUGHES Arrested

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Muskoka Crime Unit are investigating a serious incident that occurred overnight on May 27, 2025 in Gravenhurst.

On May 27, 2025 just before midnight, Bracebridge OPP officers, along with Muskoka EMS, responded to reports that two people were seriously assaulted in a wooded area west of Muskoka Road South in Gravenhurst. Officers attended and one victim was taken to hospital with serious, non-life-threatening injuries and requires ongoing treatment.

The Muskoka Crime Unit is continuing the investigation and thus far have charged 33-year-old Matthew HUGHES of Armour Township with multiple charges, including Aggravated Assault along with multiple firearms and drug trafficking related offences. The accused is in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on July 8, 2025 to answer to his charges.

The investigation is complex, and police are asking for the public’s assistance with information. Anyone who has information or potential evidence such as home video surveillance footage is asked to call Bracebridge OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Alternately, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800- 222-8477. You can submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com, Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous, and therefore will not have to testify in court.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three individuals with operation while impaired offences.

On June 22, 2025, at approximately 3:30 a.m., Caledon OPP officers responded to a traffic complaint regarding a vehicle displaying poor driving behaviour. Shortly after, officers located the vehicle on Albion Vaughan Road, near Caledon King Townline, in the Town of Caledon. Investigating officers conducted a traffic stop upon the vehicle and formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by drug.

Following the investigation, Donald DRYSDALE, 22, of Alliston, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drug
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available

Later that same day, Caledon OPP officers received a report of a single vehicle collision on Olde Base Line Road, near Kennedy Road, in the Town of Caledon. Shortly after 11:30 p.m., officers arrived on scene and subsequently formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, Lori WOOD, 61, of Caledon, was charged with:

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

The following day, on June 23, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Caledon OPP officers responded to a report of a single vehicle collision on Rolling Hills Lane, near Station Road, in the Town of Caledon. Shortly after, officers arrived on scene and subsequently formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

Following the investigation, James PRICE, 35, of Bolton, was charged with:

  • Fail to surrender licence
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

All accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on July 10, 2025, to answer to their charges. The vehicles were also impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licences were suspended for a period of 90 days.

Drivers continue to take chances. It’s simply not worth the risk. Motorists are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. 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. 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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Lambton Shores OPP Police Press Releases

18 Year Old Arrested For Drunk Driving

(LAMBTON SHORES, ON) – One individual has been charged with impaired driving following a traffic stop in the Municipality of Lambton Shores.

On June 25, 2025, at 10:15 p.m., while conducting general patrol, a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Lakeshore Road, near Ipperwash Road.

As a result of the investigation, Ty DOUGLAS, 18-year-old of Lambton Shores, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code, the Highway Traffic Act, and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive without proper rear light – motor vehicle
  • Fail to surrender insurance card

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Sarnia on July 21, 2025.

The Lambton County OPP remains committed to taking impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher TAVARES Arrested Again After Serious Of Break & Enters

(LEAMINGTON, ON)- Members of theEssex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) have made an arrest after investigating a series of reported break and enters at bunkhouses in the Municipality of Leamington and the Town of Kingsville.

The individual has been arrested and charged in relation to 12 Break and Enters reported between April 4 and June 25, 2025. 

On June 25, 2025, at approximately 2:40 p.m., CSCU members were actively investigating the Break and Enters in Leamington when they observed the individual attempting to flee the scene of the latest Break and Enter.

As a result, Christopher TAVARES, 35 years-of of Leamington has been charged with:

  • Fail to comply – Probation (12 Counts)
  • Break, Enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence (12 Counts)
  • Mischief Under $5,000 (Four Counts)
  • Use of Credit Card (Three counts)
  • Possession of break in instruments

The accused was held pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor.

These incidents remain under investigation.

If anyone has any information regarding these incidents, they are being asked to contact the Leamington OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicle Recovered – 2 Arrested

(BLIND RIVER, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested two people in a stolen vehicle.

On June 25, 2025, at approximately 4:00 p.m., officers were on general patrol, Highway 17 Blind River, when they received stolen vehicle notification from the Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR). This alert was in relation to an east bound grey Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV).

A short time later, a strategic stop involving multiple police vehicles was safely and effectively executed. The driver and passenger were subsequently arrested and numerous property items were seized. Some of those items included over 27 grams of suspected cocaine, an imitation handgun, drug paraphernalia, digital scale, dimes bags, homemade bong, and numerous cell phones.  

Jason CHORNYJ, 47-years-old, from Aweres Township, was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime – over $5000
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Traffick in Schedule I substance – Cocaine
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Failure to comply with Undertaking

Arreal REED, 35-years-old, from Sault Ste. Marie, was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime – over $5000
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Traffick in Schedule I substance – Cocaine
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm

Both accused persons were scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on June 26, 2025.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid multiple impaired driving charges since June 21, 2025

On June 21, 2025, at approximately 4:08 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on a Off-road vehicle for an Off-Road Vehicle act offence on Alvar Road. Through investigation the driver was charged with Impaired driving offences. 

Dayan WORSLEY, 33-year-old of Cameron, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Fail to wear proper helmet
  • Fail to surrender evidence of insurance
  • Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

On June 22, 2025, at approximately 10:58 a.m., officers were conducting a RIDE program on Monck Road. A driver had approached the officers and through investigation the driver was charged with Impaired driving offences. 

Daniel MCLELLAN, 40-year-old of Mount Albert, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance

On June 23, 2025, at approximately 1:33 p.m., officers attended a motor vehicle collision after reports of a possible impaired driver on County Road 41. Through investigation the driver was charged with Impaired driving offences.

Ciji CAMPBELL, 39-year-old of Scarborough, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
  • Driver fail to surrender licence

All are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date.

All received a 90 day licence suspension and their vehicles have been impounded for 7 days.   

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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Grand Bend OPP Police Press Releases

Tonia LANGILLE – Drunk Driving

(GRAND BEND, ON) – One individual has been charged with impaired driving following a traffic stop in Grand Bend.

On June 21, 2025, at approximately 5:15 p.m., while conducting bicycle patrol, a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Queens Avenue in Grand Bend.

As a result of the investigation, Tonia LANGILLE, 26-year-old of Grand Bend, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Sarnia on July 22, 2025.

The Lambton County OPP remains committed to taking impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases Springwater

Prasanth MAHENDRARAJAH – Impaired Driving

(SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving related charges because of a traffic tip.

On June 25, 2025, shortly after 8:00 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a traffic tip of a possible impaired driver in Springwater Township.

Officers were able to locate the vehicle on Horseshoe Valley Road West. During the interaction, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to an arrest. As a result of the investigation, Prasanth MAHENDRARAJAH, 33-year-old of Ajax, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·      Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Collingwood on July 22, 2025, to answer to the charges.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (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.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

John RYDER Was Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Melancthon resident with impaired driving-related offences following a motor vehicle collision.

On June 24, 2025, shortly before 10:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a radio call reporting a fail-to-remain motor vehicle collision in the area of Main Street in the Town of Shelburne.

Officers located the vehicle and driver shortly thereafter. During their interaction with the male driver, they observed signs of impairment, leading them to initiate an impaired driving investigation.

John RYDER, a 55-year-old male, from Melancthon Township has been charged with:

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

•      Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

•      Failure to stop after accident

•      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

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

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended, and their vehicle impounded.

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 Orillia Police Press Releases

2kg Cocaine Bust

(Orillia, ON) – Officers from the Orillia Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two individuals in connection with a drug trafficking investigation and executed search warrants at a residence.

In May 2025, members of the Orillia Detachment CSCU launched an investigation into an individual suspected of trafficking drugs in Simcoe County. On June 26, 2025, officers from the Orillia CSCU and the Community Mobilization Unit arrested two individuals in Simcoe County and executed search warrants at the suspects’ residence.

Police seized the following items:    

  •  2250grams of Cocaine
  •  $17,500 Canadian Currency
  • 2023 Mercedes C53 AMG
  • Drug packaging materials
  • Cellular devices

As a result of the investigation Justine MOHAMMED (29) of Concord and DeAndre WRIGHT(24) of Etobicoke have both been charged with the following:

  • CC 354(1)(a) – Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • CDSA 5(2) – Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

The first accused was held pending a bail hearing on June 26, 2025 at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie and the second accused was released with a future court date.

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia. 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.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.