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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Jesse BARWELL Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid drug trafficking related charges and seized a quantity of illicit drugs, after executing a search warrant in Barrie.

In February of 2025, Orillia CSCU began investigating an individual who was allegedly trafficking drugs throughout Simcoe County. Police were able to utilize investigative techniques and confirm this information.

On April 2nd, 2025, satisfied with the information gathered, the Orillia CSCU with assistance from Collingwood/Huronia West CSCU executed a search warrant at a Meadow Lane address in Barrie. One person was arrested and safely brought into police custody

As a result of the investigation, the following was seized:

133 grams – Cocaine

701 grams – Cutting agent

$1380 Canadian Currency

6 cellular devices

Rolex and Cartier Watches (proceeds of crime)

Other indicia of trafficking

Jesse BARWELL, 25-year-old of Barrie, has been charged with:

Adult Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

Adult Poss of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 – in Canada

The accused was released with a future court date.

Members of Orillia 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 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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GUELPH-ERAMOSA OPP Police Press Releases

Active Investigation: Avoid Kaine Hill Drive

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently assisting Guelph Police Service with an active investigation on Kaine Hill Drive within Guelph-Eramosa Township.

On April 3, 2025, at approximately 11:15 p.m., the Wellington County OPP was made aware of an active Guelph Police Service investigation and requested the Wellington OPP’s assistance on Kaine Hill Drive.

As a result of the active investigation, the public can expect a police presence on Kaine Hill Drive within Guelph-Eramosa Township for an extended period of time. The public is asked to stay clear of the area, and there is no risk to public safety.

The investigation is in its early stages. Any questions regarding to the investigation is to be forwarded to the Guelph Police Service.

The Wellington County 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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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Troy KILPATRICK Was Arrested – Details Released

(MIDLAND, ON) – An officer from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) operating a cruiser equipped with a Automated Licence Plate Reader (ALPR) was led into an number of driving related investigations of a vehicle and it’s driver, south bound on Simcoe County Road 93, Midland at approximately 3:58 p.m. April 2, 2025.

The officer eventually safely stopped the suspect vehicle in a private parking lot off Highway 12, Midland and entered into an investigation of the drivers licence status.

As a result, 60 year old Troy KILPATRICK of Midland was charged criminally with the following offences.

  • Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code

And Further With The Provincial Offences Of

  • Driving while under suspension (three counts)
  • Drive motor vehicle, no permit

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the May 15, 2025. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 45 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.

File # E250396765

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Paul MARCONI – Theft & Fraud

(Prince Edward County, ON) – Members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid additional charges in connection with an ongoing fraud investigation. An additional victim has come forward.

Officers laid charges in July of last year in connection with a lengthy fraud investigation looking into offences dating back several years, with numerous victims. The losses are estimated to be over approximately $500,000.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, Paul MARCONI, a 65-year-old of Prince Edward County, has now been charged with additional offences:

  • Fraud over $5000
  • Theft over $5000

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on April 9, 2025.

The investigation is continuing and anyone with information surrounding these incidents is being urged to contact Prince Edward County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Patrick MACDONALD – Meth

(Prince Edward County, ON) – – Members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual as a result of a traffic stop.

On April 1, 2025, at approximately 10:30 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on County Road 10. As a result of the investigation, Patrick MACDONALD, age 44 from Kingston, was arrested and charged with possession of a schedule one substance – methamphetamine.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 23, 2025.

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.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

ROBITAILLE – Drunk Driving

(MIDLAND, ON) – A two vehicle property damage only crash in Tiny Township near 6:29 p.m. on April 2, 2025, led officers from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to attend and enter into an impaired driving investigation.

Officers located an involved vehicle in the nearby area away from the crash scene and spoke with the driver and a investigation was commenced.

As a result, 56 year old Marc David ROBITAILLE of Tiny Township has been charged criminally with the following offences.

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

And Further Provincial Offences Of

  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Entire plate not plainly visible

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the April 17, 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.

File # E250397461

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Annette McKEEN – Meth

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged one person with impaired driving offences after investigating a collision.

On Wednesday April 2, 2025, at approximately 10:50 a.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP responded to a collision involving two vehicles on John Street, West Nipissing.

No injuries were reported, and one driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to an OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Annette McKEEN, 65 years-of-age, from West Nipissing, was charged with, operation while impaired – drugs, and possession of a Schedule I substance – Methamphetamine.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on May 1, 2025, in North Bay.

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

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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Carleton Place OPP Police Press Releases

Another Charged In Murder Investigation

(CARLETON PLACE, ON) – An Ottawa resident is facing charges in connection with an ongoing investigation into a murder in Carleton Place.

On November 12, 2023, 50-year-old Rose KERWIN was located deceased in the Mississippi River near the Village of Pakenham.  

Two people, a 56-year-old man from Carleton Place and a 23-year-old woman from Iroquois, were arrested on December 19, 2023, and were charged with First Degree Murder.

On April 2, 2025, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested another individual in connection with Rose KERWIN’s death, in relation to the disposal of the victim’s car.

Wayne Gerald SMITH, age 65, has been charged with Being an Accessory After the Fact to Murder, section 240 of the Criminal Code. The accused appeared for a bail hearing, was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on May 5, 2025.

Police continue to search for KERWIN’s vehicle, which is described as a blue 2013 Mazda GX four-door sedan with Ontario licence plate CSXW383. Multiple public appeals have been made to locate the car.

OPP East Region Criminal Operations is continuing to investigate, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB), with assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the dedicated tip line at 1-844-677-9400 or the OPP non-emergency number at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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OPP PIKANGIKUM FIRST NATION Police Press Releases

17 Year Old Arrested For Murder

(PIKANGIKUM FIRST NATION, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police’s (OPP) Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) has classified the suspicious death in Pikangikum First Nation on March 27, 2025, as a homicide.

A 17-year-old has been arrested and charged with Second Degree Murder contrary to section 235 (1) of the Criminal Code. The accused cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

The accused is being held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on April 10, 2025.

The OPP North West Region Crime Unit and OPP Forensic Identification Services Unit continue the investigation, under the direction of OPP CIB.

The police would like to thank the community of Pikangikum First Nation for their information that has assisted with the investigation. Police are asking anyone with information to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-22-8477 (TIPS).

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OPP Petawawa Police Press Releases

Shaun HARRISON Was Arrested

(PETAWAWA, ON) – An area resident is facing a driving-related Criminal Code (CC) charge after an investigation by members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). 

On March 29, 2025, at approximately 7:40 p.m., police responded to a two-vehicle collision on Civic Centre Road in Petawawa. No serious injuries were reported.

As a result of this incident 43-year-old Shaun HARRISON of Petawawa has been charged with failure or refusal to comply with demand contrary to the CC. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on April 14, 2025.

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

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Chantal ANDERSON Was Arrested

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges against a Pembroke woman after a recent break and enter.   

On March 30, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., officers from the UOV OPP responded to a break and enter in progress at an occupied residence in the 600 block of Pembroke Street West in Pembroke. Entry was gained and a struggle took place between the occupant and the accused. No injuries were reported. Police arrested a female at the scene. 

As a result of this incident Chantal ANDERSON, age 35 of Pembroke, was charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offence
  • Fail to comply with probation order

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 22, 2025.  

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OPP Parry Sound Police Press Releases

20 Year Old Facing Attempt Murder Charge

(PARRY SOUND, ON) – The Provincial Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad has located and arrested a third person, who had a warrant issued for their arrest, in relation to an ongoing shooting investigation in Parry Sound.

On Thursday, June 15, 2023, shortly after 1:30 a.m., members of the West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an individual in hospital with injuries sustained following an incident at a local hotel. Two people have previously been charged in relation to this investigation.

On Tuesday, April 1, 2025, Alexander YOUMANS, 20 years of age of Henvey Inlet First Nation, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·        Attempt to commit murder with a restricted or prohibited firearm, section 239(1)(a)

·        Possession of weapons for a dangerous purpose, section 88

·        Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm, section 95(1)

·        Disguise with intent, section 351(2)

·        Aggravated assault, section 268

The accused remains in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on Friday, April 11, 2025.

The West Parry Sound OPP Crime Unit is continuing the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch.

Anyone with any information in relation to this investigation is asked to contact the West Parry Sound OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.  

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Moosonee OPP Police Press Releases

3 Arrested In Drug Bust

(MOOSONEE, ON) – Three individuals are facing multiple charges after police executed a drug-related search warrant at a Moosonee residence, seizing suspected cocaine, fentanyl, and a significant amount of cash.

On April 2, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the James Bay Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with support from frontline officers of the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), executed a search warrant at a home on Hutchison Road.

As a result of the investigation, officers arrested three individuals and seized suspected fentanyl and cocaine with an estimated street value of $50,000. Police also seized four digital scales, packaging materials, five cellular phones, and approximately $12,740 in Canadian currency. 

Priscilla BLUEBOY, 41 years-of-age of Moosonee, Davion ROSE, 28 years-of-age of Toronto, and James SMITH, 35 years-of-age of Listowel, were charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

The accused individuals remain in custody and are scheduled to appear for before the Ontario Court of Justice in Moosonee on April 4, 2025.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Davide DUNCAN Facing Numerous Firearms Charges

(BLIND RIVER, ON)- The East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) locate a loaded 9mm handgun and cash at a traffic stop.

On April 1, 2025, at approximately 8:45 p.m., the OPP were on patrol traveling eastbound on Highway 17 near Algoma Mills. A vehicle approached the police cruiser from behind with its high beams on and subsequently overtook the officer in the passing lane.

The officer initiated a traffic stop on Highway 17 near Birchwood Circle in the Town of Blind River. While speaking with the driver, the officer detected a strong odor of cannabis emanating from the vehicle.

A search of the vehicle was conducted, and police seized a loaded 9mm pistol, ten 9mm rounds, and a ten-round 9mm magazine from the glove compartment. Additionally, officers discovered four bundles of Canadian currency, a Ziploc bag of coins, a wallet with cash (totalling over $20,000), a marijuana grinder, and two cell phones. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to Blind River detachment for processing.

Davide DUNCAN, 22 years-of-age from Scarborough was charged with:

  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Transport firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in a careless manner – two counts
  • Unauthorized possession of prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of weapon
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a prohibited or restricted weapon
  • Possession property obtained by crime over $5000

The accused remains in custody.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

Steven Coveney – Drunk Driving

(Perth Road, ON) – An impaired driver was arrested and charged after an officer stopped the vehicle for a traffic stop.

A Frontenac OPP member was on patrol, in the area of Perth Road village on April 01, 2025, when a vehicle traveling the opposite direction flashed their headlights several times, traveling the opposite direction. Just after 11:40 pm the officer conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle, where the driver exhibited signs of alcohol use.

The driver was requested to provide a roadside breath test, which resulted in an arrest of the driver, who was taken to the Kingston Police headquarters for further breath testing.

A search of the vehicle, after the arrest, located a knife under the driver’s seat.

Steven Coveney, a 46-year-old from Kingston has been charged with:

  • Operation of a conveyance while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus.
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

The driver was released from custody and is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston, on April 29, 2025. They also had their drivers license suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for a period of 7 days.

The OPP would like to remind people that Impaired Driving is a serious threat to public safety. Highway safety is a team sport, do your part and plan a safe ride home.