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Brockville OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(BROCKVILLE, ON) – Four people have been arrested following a drug trafficking investigation in the Brockville area.

On Thursday, March 6, 2025, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit, assisted by the OPP Canine Unit and officers from the Leeds County Detachment and Brockville City Police, executed a search warrant at a residence on Kincaid Street in Brockville.

Officers seized nearly three grams of suspected fentanyl, over four grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine and nearly 14-grams of suspected cocaine. They also seized a variety of weapons, a loaded syringe, just under $2,300 in cash, as well as items typically associated with drug trafficking. Four people were arrested at the scene.

Alexandra DAOUST, age 25 of Edwardsburgh-Cardinal Township, David HANNAH, age 56 of Brockville, Mark MCINTOSH, age 51 of Gananoque and Joanne RYAN, age 59 of Leeds and the Thousand Islands Township have each been charged with three counts of possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking.

MCINTOSH is additionally charged with:

  • Possession of a prohibited device
  • Possession of a prohibited device contrary to a prohibition order
  • Fail to comply with a probation order

HANNA and RYAN were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 4, 2025.

DAOUST remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in court for a bail hearing today (March 7, 2025). MCINTOSH remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on March 12, 2025.

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Michel KRZNARICH Arrested Following Collision

(MUNICIPALITY OF LAKESHORE, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge after two-vehicle collision.

On March 6, 2025, at 6:18 p.m., members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to County Road 22 in the Municipality of Lakeshore, for the report of a motor vehicle collision involving two vehicles.

There were no injuries reported.

As a result of the investigation, one involved driver was placed under arrest at scene.

As a result, Michel KRZNARICH a 55-year-old of Chatham, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·      Careless driving

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 April 2, 2025.

The Essex 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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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

KIRAN SINGH – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation following a traffic complaint.

On March 6, 2025, shortly after 11:00 p.m., Caledon OPP responded to a traffic complaint. The officers located the vehicle in the community of Southfields Village. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, KIRAN SINGH, 22, of Caledon, was charged with:

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

The accused are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 27, 2025, to answer to the charge.  

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 and/or drugs, call 9-1-1. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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OPP Police Press Releases Trent Hills

Kenneth MACKAY Charged Again

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual for driving while prohibited.

On March 6, 2025, at around 3:20 p.m., an officer was conducting speed enforcement on Concession Road 13 when they observed a pickup truck travelling at 87 Km/h in a posted 50 Km/h limit. Police were then alerted by the in-car Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) regarding a suspended driver.

OPP then spoke to the motorist and confirmed them to be prohibited from driving.

As a result, Kenneth MACKAY (age 63) from Hastings, has been charged with:

–      Speeding

–      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

–      Operation while prohibited.

The vehicle was impounded for 180 days and the accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

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

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OPP Police Press Releases Tweed

Drug Bust – 2 Arrested

(TWEED, ON) – A drug trafficking investigation in the Tweed area has results in two arrests.

On Thursday, March 6, 2025, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit, assisted by the OPP Emergency Response Team, the Canine Unit and members of the Central Hastings Detachment, executed search warrants at locations on Mary Street and Victoria Street North in Tweed.

The investigation began in February into the sale of cocaine and other illegal drugs in Tweed, Madoc and other surrounding communities.

Officers seized nearly $2,300 in cash as well as items typically associated with drug trafficking. Two people were arrested.

Jeffrey GRIERSON, age 49 and Erin MULLET, age 46, both residents of Tweed, have been charged with:

  • Trafficking of a Schedule 1 substance
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

MULLETT was released from custody and GRIERSON was released following a bail hearing. Both are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on April 17, 2025

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Shelby JOHNSTON Was Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint on Coldwater Rd and Peter St for a possible impaired driver.

On March 6, 2025, at approximately 10:40 p.m., officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were alerted by a member of the public of a possible intoxicated person leaving a local restaurant in a motor vehicle. Officers quickly began patrols in the area and located the vehicle shortly after on Highway 12.

As a result, Shelby JOHNSTON; 30-year-old, from Oro-Medonte, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

·      Operation while impaired by alcohol

·      Operation while impaired – 80 plus

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 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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Moonbeam OPP Police Press Releases

Luc ROUTHIER – Drunk Driving & Speeding

(MOONBEAM, ON) – A routine traffic stop for excessive speed led to impaired driving charges for one individual.

On February 17, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle travelling 135 km/hr in a posted 90 km/hr zone on Highway 11 in Moonbeam. During the stop, officers determined that the driver had consumed alcohol and subsequently placed them under arrest. The individual was transported to the Kapuskasing OPP detachment for further testing.

Further investigation revealed that the vehicle had been taken without the owner’s consent.

As a result, Luc ROUTHIER, 25 years of age of Kapuskasing, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·        Take motor vehicle without consent

·        Speeding – 135 km/hr in a posted 90 km/hr zone

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 17, 2025, in Kapuskasing. In addition, the accused received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS).

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads and urges the public to report suspected impaired driving by calling 9-1-1.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Wayde Beckett – Drunk Driving

(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 receiving information about a vehicle that entered a ditch.

On Thursday March 06, 2025 at approximately 11:21 pm officers responded to reports regarding a motor vehicle that entered a ditch and required a tow truck on White Rock Road in Mariposa Township. The driver was arrested and charged.

Wayde Beckett, 28-year-old of Mariposa Township, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration 80 plus

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date. The motor vehicle was towed and 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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Chatsworth OPP Police Press Releases

Pedestrain Suffers Life Threatening Injuries

(CHATSWORTH) – On March 7, 2025, at 7:50 a.m., the Grey Bruce and South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with the Arran Elderslie Fire Department, Grey County Emergency Services and Bruce County Paramedic Services responded to a motor vehicle collision versus a pedestrian on the Grey Bruce Line.

A 28-year-old pedestrian from Aurora was transported to a trauma centre with life threatening injuries. 

The Grey Bruce Line between Concession 2 and Concession 4 is now opened.

The West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team and the Ministry of Labor is assisting with the investigation.

If you have any information such as dash camera video, you can contact the Grey Bruce OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477; submit a secure Web-Tip at www.cstip.ca; or get the P3 Tips mobile app. You will not be asked to identify yourself; you don’t have to appear in court, and you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Area OPP Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Two Rescued From Maitland River

(HURON COUNTY, ON) -Two Central Huron residents are warming up after being rescued from their tractor near the Maitland River following a flash flood that left them stranded.

On March 6th, 2025, just before 1:00 p.m., the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a distress call from two individuals who were stranded in rising waters near Fern Hurst Glen Lane in the Municipality of Central Huron.

The pair were on their tractor and suddenly found themselves surrounded by cold, fast-moving water that was rising rapidly. Huron OPP officers attended the scene with Huron County EMS, Goderich Fire Department, Lambton Shores Fire Department, members from the West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), JRCC Trenton, and volunteers from Huron and Area Search and Rescue (HASAR).

After determining the best route to access the stranded parties, an inflatable boat was utilized to retrieve the two safely and bring them back to solid ground and awaiting paramedics. The pair were treated at a local hospital as a precaution and are expected to make a full recovery.

The Huron County OPP would like to thank all their emergency response partners for the quick response and excellent teamwork demonstrated to bring this potentially life-threatening situation to a successful conclusion. 

“The OPP is reminding the public to be aware of the changing conditions in and around Huron County waterways and especially the Lake Huron shoreline as the vast amount of snow received this winter is expected to melt quickly in the next several days and weeks.”, stated Constable Craig Soldan – Media Relations and Community Safety Officer with the Huron County OPP.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Patrick TACCONE – Drunk Driving

(SUDBURY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a Sudbury driver with impaired driving offences.

On March 6, 2025, at approximately 1:35 p.m., the Nipissing West (Sudbury) Detachment of the OPP responded to a traffic complaint of a vehicle that had struck the guard rails on Highway 69, Sudbury.

Police attended the scene, and the driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to an OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Patrick TACCONE, 41 years-of-age, from Sudbury, was charged with, operation while impaired – alcohol, and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on April 3, 2025, in Sudbury.

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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OPP Ottawa Ottawa Police Service Police Press Releases

Kyanoush REZAEI Wanted By Police – Do Not Approach, Call 911 Immediately

(Ottawa) — The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit (PWEU) is advising that a Bench Warrant has been issued for the arrest of Kyanoush REZAEI, 33, of Ottawa. REZAEI cut off his ankle monitor and failed to appear for sentencing. He is on recent release awaiting sentencing for firearms trafficking across the Canada/United States border in 2022 and other related charges.

As a condition of his release, REZAEI is required to wear an ankle monitor. On Monday, March 3rd, he removed the monitor and discarded it along Highway 417 near Thunder Road. Police believe he may have travelled to the Greater Toronto Area, Montreal, Cornwall, Akwesasne, or possibly attempted to enter the United States. 

REZAEI may be travelling in a black 2020 Land Rover Range Rover with an Ontario licence plate. He is also associated with a white 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus with an unknown licence plate.

REZAEI is described as a Middle Eastern man, 5’9”, approximately 215 lbs, with long wavy dark hair.

Police believe REZAEI has access to firearms and should be considered armed and dangerous.

If you see him, please call 911.

Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of REZAEI is asked to contact the Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement Squad (ROPE) at 416-808-5900 or 1-866-870-ROPE (7673) or the Ottawa Police Service Guns and Gangs Unit at 613-236-1222 extension 5050.

To stay anonymous, call Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online at crimestoppers.ca. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Sioux Lookout

4 Arrested Following Disturbance

(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – Four Individuals are facing charges after a disturbance at a residence in Sioux Lookout, Ontario. 

On February 24, 2025, the Sioux Lookout detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a disturbance at an apartment on Millar Crescent, in the Municipality of Sioux Lookout, Ontario.

The investigation has resulted in the arrest of four individuals and the seizure of suspected illicit substances including oxycodone and crack cocaine. Canadian currency and items associated with drug trafficking were also seized.

Iylah MOHAMMED, 18-years-old of Toronto, has been charged under the Criminal Code (CC) and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid – two counts
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Disobeying order of court – two counts

Samaria ROBERTS, 60-years-old of Sioux Lookout, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid – two counts
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

Seth TRIST, 23-years-old of Sioux Lookout, has been charged under the Criminal Code (CC) and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid – two counts
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Failure to comply with release order

A 17-year-old, who cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid – two counts
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

Iylah MOHAMMED and Samaria ROBERTS were held for bail and remanded to the Kenora District Jail. They are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Provincial Court at a later date.

Seth TRIST and the youth were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Provincial Court at a later date.

Anyone with information regarding the illegal possession and trafficking of drugs should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or provide information anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Crime Stoppers tips can also be submitted on-line at www.tipshelp.com.

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Mapleton OPP Police Press Releases

34 Year Old Deceased Following Collision

(MAPLETOWN TWP, ON) – One individual has died as a result of the multi-vehicle collision on Wellington Road 12, Mapleton Township.

On March 6, 2025, at approximately 11:30 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), alongside local emergency services were called to a multi-vehicle collision on Wellington Road 12 between Wellington Road 45 and Wellington Road 86.

As a result of the collision, a 34-year-old from Mapleton Township was pronounced deceased at the scene. No other injuries were reported.

The identity of the deceased individual will not be released out of respect for the family’s privacy.

The OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team and the West Region OPP Traffic Collision Investigation (TCI) Team and Reconstruction are assisting Wellington OPP with the investigation.

While on scene, it was discovered that there were three separate collisions on the same roadway, totaling eight motor vehicles involved.

As a result of the collision and poor weather conditions, Wellington Road 12 has been closed from Wellington Road 86 to Wellington Road 8. Unknown timeline of when the roads will be reopened at this time.

Further updates will be provided when available.

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 remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.cstip.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

$60,000 Drug Bust – Names Released

(ESPANOLA, ON) – Four people are facing charges as a result of an extensive investigation into drugs and weapons offences in Espanola.

The Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received information regarding possible drugs and weapons offences occurring at an address in Espanola. The OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) launched an investigation with assistance from the East Algoma CSCU, Nipissing West CSCU, North Bay CSCU, West Parry Sound CSCU.

On March 5, 2025, Manitoulin OPP officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle involved in the investigation. As a result, the four occupants of the vehicle were arrested. Police then attended an address in Espanola to execute a search warrant.

As a result, police seized amounts of suspected fentanyl with an estimated street value of $45,000, amounts of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $16,000, amounts of suspected methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $600, a prohibited handgun with an extended magazine, and a tactical vest with a handgun holster.

As a result, four people are facing charges:

Adam WHITE, 40-years-old from Espanola, was charged with:

  • Possession of a firearm knowing serial number has been tampered with
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Operation while impaired

Rosalind BOB, 34-years-old from Sables-Spanish Rivers Township, was charged with:

  • Possession of a firearm knowing serial number has been tampered with
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

Cameron CARDWELL, 40-years-old from Sudbury, was charged with:

  • Possession of a firearm knowing serial number has been tampered with
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order – three counts
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

Damon LANTEIGNE, 35-years-old from Sables-Spanish Rivers Township, was charged with:

  • Possession of a firearm knowing serial number has been tampered with
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The four accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sudbury on March 6, 2025.