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Markstay-Warren OPP Police Press Releases

Kenneth NIPIUS: Drunk Driving

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

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 10:25 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on Nepewassi Lake Road, Markstay-Warren.

A concern motorist assisted another vehicle out of a ditch, and believed the driver was impaired by alcohol. Police attended the scene and arrest the driver who had driven into the ditch for impaired driving, then transported the driver to an OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Kenneth NIPIUS, 52 years-of-age, from Markstay-Warren, 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 March 19, 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 Police Press Releases Sudbury

Shawn McAVOY: Drunk Driving

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

On February 15, 2025, at approximately 7:50 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP, Fire Services and Emergency Medical Services responded to an overturned vehicle in the ditch on Highway 17, Sudbury.

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

As a result of the investigation, Shawn McAVOY, 46 years-of-age, from St. Charles, 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 March 13, 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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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested: KNIGHT & Smith

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two drivers for impaired related offense, The drivers were involved in separate events.

On February 22, 2025 at 1:07 a.m., the Huntsville OPP were conducting patrols on King William Street conducted a vehicle stop resulting in the driver being arrested for impaired driving  

As a result of the investigation, Tim KNIGHT, 27 years old of Huntsville Ontario, has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol/drugs

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

The accused vehicle was impounded for 7 days and they received a 90 Administrative Driver’s license Suspension.

The accused is set to appear in court April 15, 2025 at Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge, Ontario.

On February 23, 2025 at 2:30 a.m., the Huntsville OPP were dispatched to a vehicle that was struck in a snow bank on Main St East in Huntsville. Upon arrival, police spoke with a female driver who they believed the was intoxicated.

As a result of the investigation, Karissa SMITH, 27 years old of Gravenhurst Ontario, has been charged with:

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

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused vehicle was impounded for 7 days and they received a 90 Administrative Driver’s license Suspension.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on March 11, 2025.

Both of these events could have easily been avoided had the drivers planned ahead before consuming alcohol or drugs. Don’t include drinking in any plans to drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another option that takes driving out of the picture altogether.

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Burwash OPP Police Press Releases

Charles NOGANOSH: Drunk Driving

(BURWASH TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver with impaired driving.

On February 15, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP conducted a traffic stop on Highway 69, Burwash Township.

While speaking to the driver, it was determined the driver was impaired and was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to an OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Charles NOGANOSH, 60 years-of-age, from Britt, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on March 26, 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 Orillia Police Press Releases

Snowmobile Collision: 2 Sent To Hospital With Serious Injuries

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police were dispatched to a motor vehicle versus snowmobile collision at the intersection of Highway 12 and Atherley Road in the City of Orillia.

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., officers of Orillia OPP, along with Orillia Fire and Simcoe County Paramedics were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision at Hwy 12 & Atherley Rd. Upon arrival, officers observed both a snowmobile and motor vehicle with substantial damage.

As a result of the collision, two injured parties were transported to Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital with serious life altering injuries.

Investigation is ongoing and the Central Region Traffic Incident Management Enforcement unit (TIME) will be assisting. The intersection remains closed currently. We ask anyone with dashcam footage of the collision please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 to assist with the investigation.

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.

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Lambton OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision – 36 Year Old Deceased

(LAMBTON COUNTY, ON) – A collision in Lambton County has resulted in the death of one individual.

On Friday February 21, 2025, at approximately 9:05 p.m., members of the Lambton County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with Lambton County Fire Services and Lambton County Paramedic Services were called to a single motorized snow vehicle collision near Highway 40 and Holt Line in St. Clair Township.

The lone rider, a 36-year-old resident of Wallaceburg was taken to hospital where they were pronounced deceased.

OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) are assisting Lambton OPP with the investigation.

If you have any information that can assist with the investigation, please contact Lambton OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided when available. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Sioux Lookout

Police Now Using Anti-Riot Weapons #YouWereWarned

(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – Members of the Sioux Lookout Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the OPP Emergency Response Team have arrested and charged an individual following a robbery in Sioux Lookout. The province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has since invoked its mandate.

On Friday, February 21, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., Sioux Lookout OPP were dispatched to a report of a robbery at a grocery store on Queen Street. Upon arrival, police located the individual nearby. During the interaction, police discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN). The individual was taken into custody.

As a result of the investigation, Tyler WHISKEYJACK, 29 years old of Sioux Lookout, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Robbery with weapon

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

The accused was held for bail and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sioux Lookout on February 22, 2025.

The OPP has notified the SIU, which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will not be able to provide further information. Any other inquiries should be directed to [email protected].

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Clinton Street Trespass: Marcia LASALLE

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Orillia Detachment are investigating a Trespass at Night occurrence on Clinton Street, in the City of Orillia.

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., police received a call of a suspicious person attempting to gain access into a residence through a rear door. Prior to police arrival, the suspect fled on foot and was located shortly after at a local business on Memorial Ave. After further investigation police determined the female suspected was wanted by police on two outstanding warrants for theft related charges.

As a result, Marcia LASALLE, age 44, from Orillia has been charged with:

·      Obstruct Peace Officer

·      Trespass at Night

The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking 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, by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report minor occurrences online by visiting 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 if you have any information on this crime or any other crime. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. Being 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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Brockville OPP Police Press Releases

Stacey BLACKMORE: Hit & Run

(BROCKVILLE, ON) – An individual faces multiple charges after the driver fled the scene after they were involved in a collision on Highway 401 near Long Beach.

On Thursday, February 20, 2025, shortly after 2:30 a.m., members of the Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to reports of a single car crash against a guardrail on Highway 401. Upon arrival, officers found an unattended car obstructing traffic.

The driver had been observed leaving the scene on foot. A short time later, officers located and arrested a suspect who was found to be in possession of approximately 90 grams of suspected fentanyl as well as items typically associated with drug trafficking.

56-year-old Stacey BLACKMORE of Kingston was charged with the following:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Obstruct a peace officer
  • Careless driving
  • Dangerous operation
  • Fail to report accident
  • Fail to remain at the scene of an accident
  • Mischief – render property dangerous, useless, inoperative or ineffective
  • Failure to comply with undertaking – four counts

The accused was remanded into custody after appearing at a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville.

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Kingsville OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust: Steve ENGLISH

(KINGSVILLE, ON) – One person has been charged with drug trafficking after a search warrant was executed in the Town of Kingsville.

On February 20, 2025, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Essex County Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and the Lambton CSCU executed a search warrant on Sunset Avenue in Kingsville.

The search warrant resulted in a seizure of just under $9000, including suspected cocaine and opioids. Additionally, Canadian currency, U.S. currency and weapons were seized.

Steve ENGLISH, 61 years-of-age from Kingsville, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Criminal Code with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin) – Two counts

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on March 31, 2025, to speak to the charges. 

If you know of any information about illegal activity, feel free to contact investigators at 1-888-310-1122, or anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Hawkesbury OPP Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert: Kevin LESSARD Child Porn

(HAWKESBURY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Hawkesbury Detachment has charged a Hawkesbury resident following a child sexual exploitation investigation.

The investigation, supported by the Child Sexual Exploitation Unit (CSEU), resulted in a search warrant executed at a residence, and electronic devices were seized.

Kevin LESSARD, 33 years of age, was arrested and charged with possession of child pornography.

The accused was released after a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on March 26, 2025.

The OPP will continue to aggressively identify and pursue individuals who use technology to exploit children. Parents are reminded to take a proactive approach to help protect their children from online sexual exploitation by speaking with their children about internet safety. Parents can find resources to assist them at cybertip.ca or protectchildren.ca.

If you have information regarding online child exploitation, call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you want to provide information anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca. Information may also be reported through cybertip.ca.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Repeat Offenders Arrested: KWIATKOWSKI, KWIATKOWSKI & CIWINSKI

(ORILLIA, ON) – On February 19, 2025, at approximately 8:20 p.m., officers of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to investigate a theft in progress at a local Orillia business on Monarch Drive. Reports revealed that three suspects were concealing several electronic devices in their possession. These same suspects were observed by staff in the last month taking items from the store.

As Lost Prevention approached the suspects, they entered a Silver Mazda 5 and headed towards Hwy 11. Shortly after Police were able to locate the vehicle on Hwy 11 Southbound  between Line 14 and 13 placing all three suspects under arrest. 

After further investigation police learned that one male party was currently on a release order from Montreal Police and Toronto Police Services for similar offences with conditions.   A second male party was wanted out of Halton Regional for similar charges. A third male party would be identified through fingerprints, resulting in Canada Boarder Services being contacted.

As a result over $32,000 of stolen merchandise was seized and recovered from the vehicle.

Sylwester CIWINSKI of Toronto, has been charged with:

·      Adult Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

·      Adult Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting X 2

·      Adult Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court

The accused was held in police custody pending a bail hearing.

Flip KWIATKOWSKI of Brampton, has been charged with:

·      Adult Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting X 2

·      Adult Resist Peace Officer

·      Adult Obstruct Peace Officer

·      Adult Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

The accused was held in police custody pending a bail hearing.

Roman KWIATKOWSKI of Brampton, has been charged with:

·      Adult Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting X 2

·      Adult Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

The accused was held in police custody pending a bail hearing.

The Orillia OPP is committed to public safety and crime prevention. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You can submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have any information on this crime or any other crime. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. Being 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 Police Press Releases Prescott

ENGLEHART & MILFORD Arrested Again

(PRESCOTT, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit has arrested two people and seized illegal drugs in Prescott.

The investigation began several months ago, resulting in the execution of a search warrant on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at residence on Prince Street.

Street Crime Unit officers, assisted by the OPP Canine Unit, seized over 20-grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine, over 20-grams of suspected cocaine and nearly 20 suspected methamphetamine pills. They also seized a replica handgun, a conducted energy weapon, cash and items typically associated with drug trafficking. Two people were arrested at the scene.

Jonathan ENGLEHART, age 38, and Tamara MILFORD, age 28, both Prescott residents, are charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – two counts
  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance
  • Possession of a prohibited device – two counts
  • Failure to comply with an undertaking – two counts

ENGLEHART is additionally charged with two counts of failure to comply with a release order. This accused was held in custody for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville today (February 21, 2025).

The other accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on March 21, 2025.

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Loyalist OPP Police Press Releases

3 Arrested In Bath!

(LOYALIST TWP, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit has charged three people and seized illegal drugs in the Bath area of Loyalist Township.

An investigation resulted in search warrants being executed at two locations on Academy Street on Thursday, February 20, 2025, involving Street Crime Unit officers, the OPP Emergency Response Team and the Canine Unit. A total of four people were taken into custody.

Officers seized a quantity of suspected cocaine, as well as items typically associated with drug trafficking.

Brandy GALLAGHER, age 46 of Loyalist Township, Verold ROBINSON, age 67 of South Frontenac Township, and Cody THIBEAULT, age 38 of Loyalist Township are each charged with possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking.

GALLAGHER is additionally charged with trafficking in a Schedule 1 substance.

All three of the accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Napanee on April 22, 2025.

A fourth individual was released unconditionally, pending the outcome of the ongoing investigation.

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Matheson OPP Police Press Releases

Theft: Kevin MALTAIS & Joel GIROUARD

(MATHESON, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested two people for theft of copper wire.

On February 20, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., members of the Iroquois Falls Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a theft in progress on Vimy Ridge Road in Matheson. The suspects fled the scene, however, were located and arrested a short time later.

The investigation revealed one of the suspects was responsible for two other thefts in Matheson which occurred on September 14, 2025, and February 14, 2025. The estimated value of the theft is approximately $50,000.

As a result, Joel GIROUARD, 56 years old, of Rochebaucourt, Quebec was charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Theft over 5,000 – three counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 – three counts
  • Mischief over $5,000 – three counts

Kevin MALTAIS, 47 years old, of Point Aux Outardes, Quebec was also charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Theft Over $5,000
  • Possession property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Mischief over $5,000

Both accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 13, 2025, in Timmins.