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Area OPP Chatsworth OPP Police Press Releases

Chatsworth Chopshop Busted – $2.3 Million In Vehicles Recovered

(CHATSWORTH, ON) – One individual is facing charges following a property-related investigation by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Grey Bruce Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

On January 15, 2025, members of the Grey Bruce OPP CSCU identified a property located on Sideroad 5 in Chatsworth Township, which was found to contain a significant number of stolen commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). The Grey Bruce OPP CSCU executed a search warrant at the site, where they recovered four stolen tractor-trailer trucks, thirty-five stolen CMV trailers, and additional stolen vehicles in various stages of disassembly. The total value of the recovered stolen property is estimated at over $2.3 million.

Amardeep BHAATI, 41-years-old of Grand Valley is charged with the following offences:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 – in Canada (51 counts)
  • Altering/destroying/removing a vehicle identification number (8 counts)
  • Fraudulent concealment (8 counts)

The accused was arrested and released and is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on February 27, 2025.

Anyone with any information related to this occurrence is asked to call investigators at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous; you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Madison PELTIER – Drunk Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON) – On February 2, 2025, at approximately 2:50 a.m., a member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Lakeshore Detachment, while on general patrol on County Road 42, near Lakeshore Road 123, Municipality of Lakeshore, conducted a traffic stop.

As a result, Madison PELTIER, a 22-year-old of Lakeshore, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Disobey stop sign – fail to stop
  • Driver fail to surrender licence

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on February 13, 2025, in the City of Windsor.

The OPP remains committed to taking impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Lingum NOYADOO – Drunk Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON) – Impaired driver is arrested at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint.

On January 31, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Lakeshore Detachment conducted a traffic stop to check sobriety of the driver at a RIDE checkpoint on Old Tecumseh Road, Lakeshore.

As a result of the investigation, Lingum NOYADOO, 42-year-old of Belle River, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following 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 has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on February 13, 2025, in the City of Windsor.

The safety of our community is paramount, and the OPP will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility.

The Essex County OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122

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Harrow OPP Police Press Releases

Brandon SCHMIDT Was Arrested

(HARROW, ON) – A traffic complaint led to an individual being arrested and charged with impaired driving.

On January 31, 2025, just after 7:00 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex Detachment were notified of a traffic complaint on County Road 20, Harrow. Police attended the area and subsequently located the vehicle and driver. A traffic stop was initiated on King Street West.

As a result of the investigation, Brandon SCHMIDT, 24-year-old of Kingsville, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs
  • 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 has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on February 14, 2025, in the City of Windsor to speak to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and the OPP will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility. The Essex County OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

Terry CLARK Was Arrested

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch, resulting in one person being arrested and criminally charged with impaired driving.

 On January 31, 2025, at approximately 7:15 p.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a report of a vehicle in the ditch, on the 21st Line in the Township of Zorra.

 As a result of the investigation, Terry CLARK, 64-years-old, of the Township of Zorra has been charged with:

 ·      Operation While Impaired

·      Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand

 The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on February 18, 2025.

 The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

For more information on the consequences of drinking and driving, check out:

http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/impaired-driving.shtml

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Hearst OPP Police Press Releases

Donald CAMPEAU – Was Arrested

(HEARST, ON) – A traffic stop in Hearst led to an impaired driving arrest and a seizure of methamphetamine tablets.

On February 2, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Fontaine Drive after observing a vehicle with an obstructed licence plate.

During the interaction, officers determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance. The individual was placed under arrest and transported to the Hearst OPP detachment for further testing. A subsequent search resulted in the seizure of approximately 45 methamphetamine tablets.

As a result of the investigation, Donald CAMPEAU, 48 years of age of Hearst, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 5, 2025, in Hearst. In addition, the accused received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Melanie WAKEFIELD – Drunk Driving

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – A single motor vehicle collision ended with criminal charges for an impaired driver. 

On February 2nd, 2025, shortly after 10:00 p.m., a member of the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a call for service for a vehicle that had driven off the road into the ditch within the Balsam off-ramp along Highway 11-17.

Investigation determined that the driver had been consuming alcohol, and an approved screening device (ASD) test was administered. The driver failed the test and was arrested and transported to the Thunder Bay Detachment where additional breath testing was completed.    

Located outside of the driver’s side door was a bottle of Banff Ice Vodka, which was seized by officers, as pictured below.

Melanie WAKEFIELD, 40-years-old, from Thunder Bay is charged criminally with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused had her driver’s licence suspended and the vehicle was impounded. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Thunder Bay Ontario Court of Justice on March 12, 2025, to answer to the criminal charges.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Michael GREER Arrested Again!

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a South Bruce resident with a long list of offences following a truck theft on January 29, 2025, in the Municipality of South Huron. 

Just after 8:20 p.m., on Thursday, January 29, 2025, Huron County OPP officers were contacted by a complainant who reported that their 2023 Dodge pickup truck had just been stolen from a business property in South Huron.

The truck was equipped with a GPS tracking device, which led officers to the vehicle in Crediton, South Huron. A suspect was observed with the vehicle, and they were subsequently arrested at the scene.

The suspect has been charged as follows:

Michael GREER, 37 years of age from Kinloss, South Bruce has been charged with:

–      Theft of Motor Vehicle,

–      Operation while Prohibited – (four counts),

–      Possession of Prohibited Device or Ammunition,

–      Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order – (two counts),

–      Fail to Comply with Probation – (two counts).

The accused was additionally charged with offences found in the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) – Driving while Under Suspension – (three counts).

The accused was processed and held in custody for a court appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich, where they were remanded into custody. 

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Patrick CLOUTIER – Drunk Driving

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

On February 2, 2025, at approximately 1:10 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on Highway 17, West Nipissing.

The vehicle was located, and the driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to an OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Patrick CLOUTIER, 45 years-of-age, from Azilda, 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 6, 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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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Marc-Andre POULIT Was Arrested

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

On February 1, 2025, at approximately 1:55 p.m., the Nipissing West (Sudbury) Detachment of the OPP conducted a traffic stop with a vehicle travelling more than 50 kilometres and hour (km/h) in a posted 70 km/h zone on Maley Drive, Sudbury.

The driver was arrested for impaired driving and was transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Marc-Andre POULIT, 30 years-of-age, from Sudbury, was charged with, operation while impaired – drug, and drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on February 19, 2025, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for fourteen 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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Grey Bruce OPP Police Press Releases

2 Impaired Drivers Arrested

(GREY BRUCE, ON) – On February 2, 2025, two individuals were arrested and are facing impaired driving charges after the police received traffic related complaints on their vehicles.

On January 2, 2025, at 1:44 am., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint of a vehicle that was unable to maintain its lane. Officers located the vehicle on Highway 6 near the town of Durham.

Curtis Young, 30-years-old of Southgate was charged with the following:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

On February 2, 2025, at 7:10 p.m., the Grey Bruce OPP received a report of a single motor vehicle collision. Police attended and located the vehicle. The police noted that the vehicle the accused was driving was unsafe.

As a result of the investigation, James Megson, 41-years-old from Southgate was charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

·      Dangerous operation

·      Operate unsafe vehicle

·      Improper tires

Both accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on February 20, 2025

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

If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. The OPP relies on the public to report crime. Impaired driving is a crime that should be treated no differently.

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Cramahe OPP Police Press Releases

Sevag BOYAJIAN Was Arrested

(CRAMAHE TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged another driver with impaired on Highway 401.

On Saturday February 2, 2025, at approximately 1:45 a.m., police were conducting speed enforcement on Highway 401. Officers stopped a black pick-up truck after observing it travelling westbound at a higher rate of speed than the posted 110km speed limit. Upon speaking with the driver, police were led into an impaired driving investigation. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand was made to which the individual complied by providing a sample of their breath. With the result, the accused was taken into custody and transported to the Brighton OPP detachment for further testing. Through investigation, the driver was found to be suspended from driving and a warrant existed for their arrest.

As a result of the investigation, Sevag, BOYAJIAN (age 38) of Oshawa Ontario, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused was additionally charged under the Highway Traffic Act (HTA), Liquor Licence Control Act (LLCA), and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act (CAIA).

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg on March 5, 2025.  

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Haliburton OPP Police Press Releases

Keegan KYLE – Drunk Driving

(HALIBURTON COUNTY, ON) – Members from the Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a vehicle in the ditch that led to the driver being charged with impaired driving.

On January 31st, 2025, shortly after 1:32 a.m., officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision on Highway 118, between Camp White Pine Court and County Road 14, in the Municipality of Dysart et Al.  Upon arriving on scene an impaired driving investigation commenced.    

As a result of the investigation, Keegan KYLE, a 31-year-old of Algonquin Highlands was charged with:

·        Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration over 80

In addition to the charges the accused received a 90-day licence suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The suspect was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Minden at a later date.

The Haliburton Highlands OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

Haliburton Highlands OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.khcrimestoppers.ca or call 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Erin SIDER Was Arrested

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a local woman with impaired driving.

On Sunday February 2, 2025, just after 8:00 p.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a concern from a member of the public about the condition of a driver who had become stuck in a snowbank near Beaver Ridge Road in Gravenhurst. Officers attended and after an interaction with the driver of a vehicle, arrested and charged 31-year-old Erin SIDER of Gravenhurst, ON with Operation While Impaired CC 320.14(1)(a) and Over 80 CC 320.14(1)(b). She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on February 25, 2025 to answer to her charges.

In the province of Ontario, when a driver is charged with impaired driving related offences, they have an immediate 90-day drivers license suspension imposed and their vehicle is impounded.

Keeping Muskoka roads safe is a goal that is everyone’s responsibility and police appreciate when concerned members of the public take the time to share their concerns. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 9-1-1 from your hands-free device.

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OPP Police Press Releases Toronto

300 KG Cocaine Bust

(TORONTO, ON) – Five accused are facing 12 criminal charges after search warrants in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and Gravenhurst netted nearly 300 kilograms of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of approximately $29 million.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Provincial Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG) initiated Project SHEARWATER in September 2024 after investigators became aware of high-level drug trafficking activity. This five-month intelligence-led investigation focused on a cocaine trafficking network spanning throughout the GTA. The OPP Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit (PWEU), Organized Crime Task Force (OCTF), OPP Central Region Community Street Crime Units (CSCU), Toronto Police Service (TPS) and York Regional Police (YRP) assisted throughout this operation.

On December 13, 2024, PGNG executed a search warrant on a residence and vehicle in Mississauga. Between January 16 and 17, 2025, the OPP-led PGNG, OPP PWEU, OPP CSCU, OCTF, as well as TPS Emergency Task Force and Durham Regional Police Service, executed five search warrants in Toronto, Ajax, Markham and Gravenhurst, and five search warrants on vehicles.

Throughout the investigation, police seized 299 kilograms of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of approximately $29 million, and more than $50,000 in Canadian currency.

The Provincial Asset Forfeiture Unit has been engaged to investigate the financial component of Project SHEARWATER.

Four of the accused have been arrested and charged with 11offences under the Criminal Code (CC) and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA). One accused is a Mexican national who was subject to an immigration warrant for removal issued by the Canada Border Services Agency.

Javier Luis MARTINEZ HERNANDEZ, age 29 of London, has been charged with the following two offences:

  •         Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000, s. 354(1) CC
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine, s. 5(2) CDSA

Jason TSANG, age 40 of Markham, Sajjad WADIWALLA, age 42 of Ajax, and Philippe PAYEUR, age 48 of Toronto, have each been charged with the following three offences:

  •         Conspiracy to commit an indictable offence – trafficking cocaine, s. 465(1)(c) CC
  •         Trafficking – cocaine, s. 5(1) CDSA
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine, s. 5(2) CDSA

Two of the accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Toronto on a later date.

An arrest warrant has been issued for the fifth accused, Brian NELSON, age 38 of Toronto, who is wanted for conspiracy to commit an indictable offence – trafficking cocaine contrary to s. 465(1)(c) of the CC.

The OPP is committed to deterring, detecting and disrupting criminal activity in Ontario to keep our communities safe and secure.