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Harrow Kingsville OPP Police Press Releases

Julia RODRIGUES – Drunk Driving

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

On January 22, 2026, at approximately 12:28 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a vehicle stop on County Road 29 near Road 3 in the Town of Kingsville.

Julia RODRIGUES, 29-years-old of Harrow was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offence:

  • 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 6, 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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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Justian UMPHERVILLE Facing Numerous Charges Following Collision

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – A single motor vehicle collision has resulted in impaired charges for the driver.

On Thursday, December 18, 2025, at approximately 5:00 a.m., the Kirkland Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 66 in Larder Lake Township. The driver did not sustain any injuries.  Upon speaking with the driver, officers determined that the driver had consumed an alcoholic beverage. The driver was arrested and transported to the Kirkland Lake OPP detachment for further testing. A search of the motor vehicle located open liquor and suspected psilocybin mushrooms, which was seized.  

As a result of the investigation, Justian UMPHERVILLE, a 31-year-old of Kirkland Lake was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration 80 plus

·      Dangerous operation

·      Uttering threats

·      Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Possession of a Schedule III substance

·      Careless driving

·      Driver – fail to properly wear seat belt

·      Drive motor vehicle – no licence

·      Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

·      Having care or control of a motor vehicle with unsealed container of liquor

The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment. The accused is scheduled to appear before the Kirkland Lake Ontario Court of Justice on January 22, 2026.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Cheyanne LESSARD – Impaired Operation

(MIDLAND, ON) The Southern Georgian Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver following a report from a concerned member of the public who observed a vehicle stopped at an intersection with the driver slumped over the steering wheel.

On January 14, 2026 at 6:15 p.m., responding officers attended the intersection of King Street and Yonge Street in the Town of Midland and located the vehicle stopped at the traffic signal. Police spoke with the driver, who appeared confused and displayed signs of impairment. As the investigation continued, officers formed grounds to believe the driver was impaired by drugs. The driver was arrested and transported to the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment to perform a drug recognition evaluation..

As a result, Cheyanne LESSARD, 31 years, of Midland faces the following Criminal Code charges:

  • Operation while Impaired

The accused released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on January 29, 2026. In Ontario, drivers charged with impaired operation are subject to an immediate 90‑day driver’s licence suspension and a 7‑day vehicle impoundment.

Driving while impaired by drugs, including prescription or non‑prescription substances, is dangerous and against the law. OPP officers are trained to detect drug‑impaired drivers and have access to Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officers who are qualified to conduct evaluations when impairment is suspected.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Matthew KILBOURNE Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – Members of the Huntsville O.P.P. detachment, Bracebridge O.P.P. and the Muskoka Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) complete an investigation and arrest a male subject for a pair of significant thefts in the Muskoka area.

On September 5th 2025 at 1445 hrs, Bracebridge OPP was dispatched to Home Depot located at 20 Depot Drive in Bracebridge for a report of a theft.  The suspect, identified later by employees at the Home Depot in Bracebridge reported a theft of approximately $5455.00

On December 27th, 2025, at approximately 4:17 a.m.,  280 m of bell copper cable-value between $20,000.00 to $40,000.00, was stolen from the Pickard Construction yard on Stephenson Road 12 in Huntsville.

The investigation involved members of the CSCU from Muskoka and North Bay, officers from the Huntsville OPP and Bracebridge OPP detachments. After a thorough and successful investigation the suspect was identified as Matthew KILBOURNE, 53 years old of Trout Creek Ontario.

Matthew KILBOURNE, has been charged with:

Theft over $5000 x 2

Fail to Comply with Probation x 2

Mischief

Possession of Property Obtained by Crime – Under $5000  x 2

The accused was held for bail when arrested and further courts dates are pending.

The Huntsville OPP is committed to serving our province. 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.crimestoppers.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 Orton Police Press Releases

Drug & Weapon Bust – Josh PERKINS

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an Orton resident with multiple offences following a traffic stop that resulted in the seizure of a large quantity of cash, weapons, including an imitation firearm, and cocaine.

On January 20, 2026, just before 10:00 p.m., members of the Dufferin OPP B Platoon received information from a concerned resident regarding a possible drug transaction in the area of Fourth Avenue in the Town of Orangeville. Officers located the vehicle while responding to the call, conducted a traffic stop, and spoke with the driver.

Following consultation with the Dufferin OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), officers continued the investigation, which resulted in the following:

Josh PERKINS, a 23-year-old male from Orton, has been charged with:

  • Obstruct plate
  • Possession of a Schedule II substance for the purpose of Trafficking x 3
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition x 2

Items Seized:

·      26.7 grams of cocaine

·      One bag containing a substance believed to be opium

·      One half-filled bottle of codeine

·      Two spring-loaded knives (prohibited devices)

·      One imitation firearm

·      One baseball bat

·      One vehicle seized

·      Cash seized as proceeds of crime

·      One cellular phone

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville.

The accused was held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville.

The Dufferin OPP remind residents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity. Anyone with information, dash camera footage, or security video related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Dufferin OPP.

Members of the Dufferin OPP remain committed to public safety through proactive and innovative policing in partnership with the community.

Anyone with information regarding this incident or other suspected unlawful activity is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Clearview OPP Police Press Releases

Brittany MOORE – Impaired Driving

(WASAGA BEACH, ON)- The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one individual driving with impaired following multiple traffic complaints.

On Friday, January 16, 2026, shortly after 4:30 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to multiple traffic complaints of a possible impaired driver in the Town of Wasaga Beach. Officers located the vehicle a short time after and entered an impaired driving investigation.

Brittany MOORE, a 24-year-old of Clearview Township, was arrested and charged with the following:

· Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

· Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, to answer to the charges.

Drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol continue to pose a significant threat on Ontario roads.  

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.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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Centre Of Wellington Fergus OPP Police Press Releases

Hayden JENKINS – Drunk Driving

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Fergus driver is facing impaired driving charges following a traffic stop yesterday.

On January 20, 2026, at approximately 3:15 p.m., a member of the Wellington County OPP Traffic Management Unit was conducting proactive traffic enforcement on Parkside Drive East and St. David Street North in Fergus, when they encountered a vehicle suspected of being operated by an impaired driver.

As a result of the investigation, Hayden JENKINS, a 36-year-old from Fergus, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on February 3, 2026.

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

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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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Abhay SINGH – Drunk Driving

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver facing Impaired charge after traffic stop.

On January 18, 2026, at 1:49 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while on general patrol in the Municipality of Thames Centre, observed a suspicious vehicle on Dundas Street.

A traffic stop was initiated at which time the driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP Detachment.

As a result, Abhay SINGH, a 25-year-old of Thamesford has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Possess more than one licence

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 February 26, 2026.

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. 

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Area OPP Brampton Minto OPP Police Press Releases

Salt Spill Costs $490

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – A driver has been charged following a collision in Harriston.

On January 20, 2026, at approximately 5:00 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a single-vehicle collision on Highway 23 in Harriston, involving a transport truck. The impact caused the truck to spill its load of salt onto the roadway, resulting in a road closure that remained in place for several hours. All roadways have since been reopened.

As a result of the investigation, a 35-year-old from Brampton, is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Careless driving

The accused faces a $490 fine and 6 demerit points.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Sean LEVEILLE Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – One individual has been arrested and charged following a drug trafficking investigation in the area.

On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, members of the Thunder Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) located and arrested one individual with the assistance of the OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT). Officers also executed a search warrant at a Thunder Bay residence where additional drugs and paraphernalia were seized.

The search and arrest resulted in the seizure of suspected cocaine, oxycodone pills, cell phones, and Canadian currency.

Total value of drugs and property seized is estimated to be worth over $20,000.

As a result of the investigation, Sean LEVEILLE, a 44-year-old from Thunder Bay, is charged under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – opioid
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court (9)

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay at a later date.

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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Area OPP Central Elgin London OPP Police Press Releases

19 Year Old Repeat Offender Arrested Again Following Hit & Run

(CENTRAL ELGIN, ON) – One person is charged with multiple offences after a traffic collision on Highbury Avenue at Ferguson Line.

On Monday, January 19, 2026, at approximately 1:38 p.m., Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision on Highbury Avenue at Ferguson Line in the Municipality of Central Elgin. The collision was between a sedan and a transport truck. The driver of the sedan fled on foot and was later located with the assistance from the OPP Canine Unit.

The roads were closed for several hours with the assistance from St. Thomas City Police.

The driver of the sedan was transported to a local hospital for preventative measures. There were no injuries as a result of the collision.

Colton BENTLEY-DUPEE, a 19-year-old from London was charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Dangerous operation

·      Failure to stop after accident

·      Fail to comply with Probation Order (two counts)

·      Failure to comply with Release Order (two counts)

The accused was held for bail and appeared in the Ontario Court of Justice located in St. Thomas on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

The OPP remind drivers and members of the public to report impaired drivers and dangerous driving behaviours. Your call could save a life, please dial 9-1-1 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Justin CAMPEAU Was Arrested After Bar Disturbance

(BLIND RIVER, ON) – The East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) makes arrest after a disturbance at local bar.

On Friday, January 16, 2026, at approximately 3:20 a.m., police responded to a reported disturbance at a local bar on Woodward Avenue in the Town of Blind River.

Approximately fifteen minutes prior to police being contacted, a customer who had been barred from the establishment was observed pounding on the bar’s windows and demanding entry. The individual threatened to harm the bartender and damage the complainant’s pickup truck. The individual then left prior to police arrival.

On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at approximately 1:30 a.m., police conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle that appeared to be avoiding police on Woodward Avenue. The driver was identified as the same individual who had left the bar prior to police arrival four days earlier.

As result, Justin CAMPEAU, 33 years old from Blind River was arrested and charged with:

  • Uttering threats – damage property
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – cocaine

The accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on January 20, 2026.

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Barrie Caledon OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Stolen Vehicle Recovered – OGDEN, HARROD, PEPLOW & SINGH Arrested

(WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged four individuals following an ALPR (Automated Licence Plate Reader) alert for a stolen vehicle.

On Friday, January 16, 2026, shortly after 11:20 p.m., an officer on general patrol observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed on Main Street in Wasaga Beach. While passing the vehicle, the officer received an ALPR alert indicating that the vehicle was stolen. The vehicle was stopped and the officer subsequently entered into a theft investigation.

As a result of the investigation, Tatum OGDEN, a 39-year-old of Caledon, was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime – over $5,000
  • Operation while prohibited
  • Resist peace officer
  • Escape lawful custody
  • Possession of property obtained by crime – under $5,000 – five counts
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Failure to comply with release order

The above accused was transported to the Huronia West Detachment, where he was held for a bail hearing.

Additionally, Edward HARROD, a 31-year-old of Barrie, was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime – over $5,000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime – under $5,000 – five counts
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

Additionally, Cassandra PEPLOW, a 38-year-old of Barrie, was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime – over $5,000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime – under $5,000 – five counts
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

Additionally, Sukhpreet SINGH, a 31-year-old of Caledon, was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime – over $5,000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime – under $5,000 – five counts
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

The remaining accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

ALPR technology has proven to be an effective tool for increasing the efficiency of investigations related to both traffic and criminal offences. ALPR systems detect licence plates linked to occurrences such as wanted or missing persons, stolen vehicles, stolen or unattached plates, suspended or prohibited drivers, vehicles associated with AMBER Alerts, and other serious incidents.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Ronald LUCIER Was Arrested Again

(TILLSONBURG, ON) – On January 19, 2026, at approximately 10:30 p.m., members of the Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of an individual causing mischief to a business on Tillson Ave. in the Town of Tillsonburg.

As a result of the investigation Ronald LUCIER, a 49-year-old resident of Tillsonburg, was charged with the following offences:

  • Mischief Under $5000
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

There were no injuries reported.

The accused remains in custody awaiting a bail hearing.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases Tilbury

Brendan MARENTETTE & Dwayne WOODCOCK Were Arrested

(LEAMINGTON, ON) -OPP arrest two persons in a late-night break and enter to a storage area.

On January 15, 2026, at 11:19 p.m., members of the Leamington Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to a fenced in storage area in the 600 block of Mersea Road 8 in the Municipality of Leamington for the report of a break and enter in progress.

As a result of the investigation,

Brendan MARENTETTE, 28-years-old of Tilbury was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence
  • Theft Under $5000
  • Possession Break In Instruments

Dwayne WOODCOCK, 44-years-old of Tilbury was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence
  • Theft Under $5000
  • Possession Break In Instruments

Both accused were scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on April 9, 2026, to answer 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.