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Essex OPP Police Press Releases

Paula DICKSON – Drunk Driving

(ESSEX, ON) – A driver was arrested after police located their vehicle in a snowbank on Brian Avenue East in the Municipality of Essex.

On February 2, 2025, at approximately 11:10 p.m., the Essex County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a vehicle driving into a pile of snow on Brian Avenue East in the Municipality of Essex.  

Police located the vehicle, and after investigating, 55-year-old Paula DICKSON, of Essex is charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on February 18, 2025.

Essex County 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 contacted at anytime at 1-888-310-1122 or if an emergency 9-1-1.

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

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Kapuskasing OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested In Drug Bust

(KAPUSKASING, ON) – A drug-related search warrant executed in Kapuskasing has resulted in the arrest of two individuals and the seizure of approximately $31,000 in cash and $4,000 worth of drugs.

On February 6, 2025, at approximately 9:15 a.m., the James Bay Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with assistance from the Northeast Emergency Response Team (ERT), executed a search warrant at a residence on Byng Avenue.

During the investigation, officers arrested two individuals and seized suspected cocaine, methamphetamine, oxycodone, and hydromorphone, with an estimated street value of $4,000. Police also seized an expandable baton, digital scales, packaging materials, and approximately $31,000 in Canadian currency. 

Marcel LAFONTAINE, 49 years-of-age of Kapuskasing, was charged with:

  • 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 a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Fail to comply with probation order

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing on February 7, 2025.

Richard TREMBLAY, 61 years-of-age of Kapuskasing, was charged with:

  • 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 a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – oxycodone
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – hydromorphone
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing on April 14, 2025.

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Malahide OPP Police Press Releases

Stephanie REYNEVELD Was Arrested

(MALAHIDE, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), has charged an individual following a collision investigation.

On February 6, 2025, at approximately 6:55 p.m., the Elgin OPP responded to a two-vehicle collision involving a passenger vehicle and a transport truck on Imperial Road near Yorke Line in the Township of Malahide.

No serious injuries were reported.

As a result of the investigation the driver of the passenger vehicle, Stephanie REYNEVELD, a 33-year-old from London was charged with:

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

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on March 25, 2025.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Collingwood OPP Police Press Releases

One From Wasaga Beach Arrested

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – On February 05, 2025, a citizen reported a possible impaired driver to the Ontario Provincial Police. The incident happened in the East end of the Town of Collingwood around 4:00 pm. The driver, it was reported, was in a Ford Escape driving with the hatch open and had committed several traffic violations.

An officer of the Collingwood OPP responded and found the vehicle halfway into a snowbank at Beachwood Road and Bellholme Lane. Further investigation led to the officer arresting the female driver for impaired driving.

55-year-old Rhonda Norlander of Wasaga Beach, ON has been charged with:

·        Failure or Refusal to comply with Demand (Criminal Code)

·        Having care or control of vehicle with cannabis readily available (Cannabis Control Act)

·        Fail to Yield to Traffic (Highway Traffic Act)

The motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days, and the accused is set to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on February 18th, 2025

Members of the Collingwood & Blue Mountains OPP remain 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.

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Cornwall OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicles Recovered – Ihor KRAVETS Arrested

(CORNWALL, ON) – A Toronto resident has been charged after stolen vehicles were located in a tractor trailer near Cornwall.

Officers from the Ministry of Transportation initially stopped the transport on shortly before 10:0:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, to ensure the safety of the vehicle. They called in the SD&G OPP and OPP Highway Safety Division when it was discovered that two stolen vehicles were inside the sea container on the trailer.

The two high end vehicles in the sea can had been reported stolen in Toronto in late January.

Ihor KRAVETS, age 61 has been charged with possession of property obtained by crime over $5000. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on April 22, 2025.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal House Fire

(BANCROFT, ON) – Human remains have been located following a residential fire in Bancroft.

Officer with the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and other emergency services were called to the fire on Meadow Court on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, shortly after 8:00 p.m.

The homeowner remains unaccounted for at this time, but investigators cannot speculate on the identity of the deceased. A postmortem examination will be required in order to confirm the identity of the individual.

The Bancroft Fire Department, Office of the Fire Marshal, Bancroft OPP Crime Unit and the OPP Forensic Identification Unit (FIS) are continuing the investigation, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Anyone with information regarding the fire should contact the Bancroft Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

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Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Arrested For Spousal Abuse #WaitInTheTruck

(HURON EAST, ON) – On January 31, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a matter involving intimate partners in the Municipality of Huron East.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed several criminal acts against their partner.

A 56-year-old individual from Huron East has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

–      Assault – Spousal,

–      Fail to Comply with Probation Order – (9 counts).

The accused was processed and held for a bail hearing where they were later remanded into custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

Victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Huron at www.victimserviceshuron.ca or by calling toll free at #1-866-863-4108, or #1-519-600-4108.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122, or 911 in an emergency.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a secure web tip at P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Area OPP Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

70 Year Old Facing Spousal Abuse Charges #WaitInTheTruck

(HURON EAST, ON) – On January 31, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a matter involving intimate partners in the Municipality of Huron East.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed a criminal act against their partner.

A 70-year-old individual from Huron East has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

–      Uttering Threats to Cause Bodily Harm or Death – Spousal.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on March 10th, 2025.

Victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Huron at www.victimserviceshuron.ca or by calling toll free at #1-866-863-4108, or #1-519-600-4108.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122, or 911 in an emergency.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a secure web tip at P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sault Ste Marie

Pervert Alert – Franco PILEGGI Arrested – Details Released

(SAULT STE. MARIE, ON) – On January 31, 2025, at approximately 1:36 p.m., the Sault Ste. Marie and Superior East Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Units made an arrest following an extensive investigation into online child sexual exploitation. The arrest is also in relation to a search warrant police executed at a Rossmore Road residence in Sault Ste. Marie in December 2024. 

The investigation began when police received a complaint alleging the accused was having inappropriate online relationships with two individuals, one aged 12 years old and one aged 13 years old. 

As a result of the investigation, Franco PILEGGI, 42 years-of-age, of Sault Ste. Marie was arrested and charged with:

  • Luring a person under 16 years old by means of telecommunication – eight counts
  • Make sexually explicit material available to a person under 16 years old – eight counts
  • Invitation to sexual touching under 16 years old – two counts
  • Extortion – two counts
  • Access child pornography – two counts
  • Possess child pornography

The accused was held for a bail hearing, and subsequently remanded into custody.

The Sault Ste. Marie and Superior East OPP Crime Units were assisted in this investigation by the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service Technological Crime Unit, the OPP North East Region Emergency Response Team and the OPP Child Sexual Exploitation Unit.

The OPP encourages parents and caregivers to speak to children about online safety and to monitor their online activity. Child predators use online chat rooms and social media applications to gain access to children, as these platforms are used by millions of children every day.

If you believe a child is in danger, always call 9-1-1. If you have information related to child sexual exploitation, contact your local police. If that is the OPP, please call the 24hr non-emergency number at 1-888-310-1122.

Visit the Canadian Centre for Child Protection at www.protectchildren.ca for more information and resources.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(DRYDEN, ON) – An investigation led by the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Red Lake OPP CSCU and members of the Dryden OPP detachment has led to charges being laid against two individuals.

On February 5, 2025, just before 4:30 p.m., a search warrant was executed on a residence on Mary Avenue in City of Dryden. The investigation resulted in the arrest of two individuals and the seizure of suspected illicit drugs, including cocaine, crack cocaine, hydromorphone, and oxycodone, as well as over $51,000 in Canadian currency and further evidence of drug trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, Alicia SKY, 35-years-old of Dryden, has been arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – 4 counts
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

Additionally, a 17-year-old, of Toronto, who cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following offences:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – 4 counts
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Breach of recognizance

The accused individuals have been remanded into custody and are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Dryden on February 7, 2025. 

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, call the OPP at 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

Homicide – Jordan PARKES Arrested

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON.) – The Kirkland Lake Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested a third person in connection with an ongoing homicide investigation.

On June 8, 2023, shortly after 10:00 p.m., members of the Kirkland Lake OPP Detachment responded to a shooting at a location on Second Street East.

The victim was identified as Ernest RENAUD, 47 years old of Kirkland Lake.

On June 9, 2023, two individuals were arrested and charged with Criminal Code (CC) offences. One individual was charged with first-degree murder, section 235(1) CC and the second individual was charged with accessory after the fact (murder), section 240 CC.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, a third individual, Jordan PARKES, a 27-year-old of Vaughan, has been arrested and charged with manslaughter, section 236(a) CC.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on February 7, 2025.

The Kirkland Lake OPP Crime Unit is continuing the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Anyone with information about this incident should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit information online at nearnorthcrimestoppers.com.

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Ignace OPP Police Press Releases

One Dead – Sukhdeep SARAN Arrested

(IGNACE, ON) -The Ignace Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a fatal collision that occurred on March 17, 2023.

On March 17, 2023, shortly before 1:00 a.m., members of the Ignace OPP Detachment along with Emergency Medical Services, responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 17 in Ignace Township involving a commercial motor vehicle and a snow plow. The occupant from the snow plow was pronounced deceased at the scene.

As a result of the investigation, the driver of the commercial motor vehicle has been arrested and charged under the criminal code.

Sukhdeep SARAN, 42-years-old, from Calgary Alberta is charged criminally with:

·      Causing Death by Criminal Negligence

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on March 3rd, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

Traffic safety remains a top priority of the OPP and is a key component of the OPP’s public safety mandate. Investigations resulting in the loss of life and serious injuries can be complex to investigate. As the vast majority of fatal collisions are preventable, thorough and accurate investigations help ensure that motorists who cause these collisions are held accountable for their driving behaviours. The victims and their families deserve no less. 

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ASHFIELD COLBORNE WAWANOSH OPP Police Press Releases

Lucknow Line Traffic Stop Results In Numerous Charges

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH TOWNSHIP, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a commercial truck driver and the trucking company that owns the vehicle following a traffic stop on February 5th, 2025, in ACW Twp. 

Just before 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 5th, 2025, Huron County OPP officers were patrolling on Lucknow Line in ACW Twp when the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) equipment in the cruiser alerted the officer to the licence plate of a passing commercial motor vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted and officers spoke to the driver, discovering further infractions.

The 53-year-old driver from Brampton has been charged under the Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act as follows:

–      Driving While Under Suspension,

–      Use Plate not Authorized for Vehicle,

–      Fail to Maintain Daily Log,

–      Operate Commercial Motor Vehicle – no valid CVOR,

–      Operate Commercial Motor Vehicle – no validated Permit,

–      Fail to Have Insurance Card,

–      Fail to Surrender Permit for Trailer.

The trucking company, also based in Brampton was charged with the following offences:

–      Permit Use of Plate Not Authorized,

–      Operate Commercial Motor Vehicle – no validated Permit.

The involved vehicle was towed from the scene.

The accused parties now face a court appearance scheduled at the Provincial Offences Court – Goderich. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

School Assault With Weapon – One Arrested

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a young person in relation to an incident at a local school.

On Tuesday February 5, 2025, at approximately 3:10 p.m., Quinte West OPP responded to a school on County Road 40, where it was reported a young person was threatening a staff member. There were no injuries in the incident.

As a result of the investigation a youth from the Quinte Area was arrested and charged with:

  • Assault with A Weapon;
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

The accused has been released with a future court date. The name of the youth is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

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Loyalist OPP Police Press Releases

Fentanyl Bust – Names Released

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

On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, Street Crime Unit officers, assisted by members of the Lennox and Addington County Detachment, OPP Emergency Response Team and OPP Canine Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence on Huff Avenue. They also conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Amherst Drive. Two people were arrested.

Investigators seized nearly 28-grams of suspected fentanyl, over 46-grams of suspected methamphetamine and over 43-grams of suspected cocaine. Officers also seized a vehicle and items typically associated with drug trafficking. 

Darcy HARTWICK, age 22 of South Frontenac Township, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – three counts
  • Fail to comply with a probation order

Raven HATFIELD, age 37 of Loyalist Township, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – three counts
  • Operation of a vehicle while prohibited under the Criminal Code.

Both of the accused were held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston.