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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Infant Murdered – 16 Year Old Arrested

(TOWN OF NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one individual in connection to a suspicious death investigation, now deemed a homicide, in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On November 21, 2024, shortly after 1:30 p.m., officers received information regarding a deceased newborn infant at a residence in Alliston. On January 15, 2025, as a result of the investigation, a 16-year-old of the Town of New Tecumseth was arrested and charged with the following Crime Code offences:

  • First Degree Murder, section 235(1)
  • Indignity to Dead Body, section 182(b)

The accused, whose identity is withheld under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act, remains in custody and is scheduled to virtually appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie to answer to the charges.

The Nottawasaga OPP Crime Unit is continuing the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, and with the assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

Anyone with information in relation to this investigation is asked to contact Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also contact Crime Stoppers anonymously by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at 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.

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BONNECHERE VALLEY OPP Police Press Releases

Steven AUBREY Facing Several Charges

(BONNECHERE VALLEY TWP, ON) – A local driver is facing several charges after a recent investigation by members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

On the afternoon of January 5, 2025, off-duty members of the UOV OPP intervened at a gas station in Bonnechere Valley Township to prevent an individual from driving. The individual fled on foot resulting in the OPP Canine Unit and Emergency Response Team (ERT) members being deployed. Police were not able to locate the individual at that time.  

As a result of the investigation, on January 13, 2025, police arrested and charged 34-year-old Steven AUBREY of Laurentian Valley Township with the following Criminal Code (CC), Liquor Licence Control Act (LLCA), Cannabis Control Act (CCA) and Highway Traffic Act (HTA) offences:

·        Operation while prohibited

·        Having care or control of a motor vehicle with an open container of liquor

·        Having care or control of a motor vehicle with cannabis in open baggage

·        Drive motor vehicle – not equipped with ignition interlock device

The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on February 5, 2025, and the vehicle was towed and impounded for 45 days. 

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LAURENTIAN HILLS OPP Police Press Releases

Ryan HAWLEY Was Arrested

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

On the evening of January 9, 2025, police received information about a possible impaired driver in Laurentian Hills. Officers located the vehicle and driver in the Town of Chalk River and began an investigation.   

As a result of this incident 46-year-old Ryan HAWLEY of Laurentian Hills has been charged with failure or refusal to comply with demand contrary to the CC. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on February 4, 2025.

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

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Justin Adamson Was Arrested

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – On January 14th, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received reports of an impaired driver. Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop.

After speaking with the driver, the officer entered an investigation for operation while impaired.

As a result, 41-year-old, Justin Adamson, from Omemee was arrested and charged with

  • Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

The driver was released from custody with a future court date and served a 90-day driver’s licence suspension, and the involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days in accordance with the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Scott DUCHENO – Drunk Driving, Etc.

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – A collision investigation in Delhi has resulted in impaired driving charges against an individual.

At approximately 9:10 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a single-vehicle collision on Herbert Avenue in Delhi, Norfolk County.

It was determined that a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) was travelling on Herbert Avenue when it left the roadway and struck a tree. No injuries were reported.

Officers located the driver at the scene and took them into custody without incident. Further investigation revealed that the driver had tampered with property on the exterior of a residence before police arrived.

37-year-old Scott DUCHENO from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Mischief – renders property dangerous, useless, inoperative or ineffective.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Porcupine

Taylor MONTREUIL Was Arrested

(SOUTH PORCUPINE, ON) – One person has been charged with impaired driving after the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint.

On January 15, 2025, at approximately 3:08 p.m., the Iroquois Falls OPP responded to a traffic complaint on Municipal Road in Dundonald Township. Police located the vehicle and arrested the driver.

As a result of the investigation, Taylor MONTREUIL, 29 years-old, of Iroquois Falls was charged with operation while impaired – drugs.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and the vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Timmins on March 13, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from drug-impaired and alcohol-impaired drivers.

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Minto OPP Police Press Releases

22 Year Old From Mount Forest Facing Charges

(MINTO TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Mount Forest resident with two provincial offences.

On January 13, 2025, at approximately 10:15 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a traffic enforcement initiative when they detected a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed and initiated a traffic stop on Blind Line within Minto Township.

As a result of the investigation, a 22-year-old from Mount Forest is charged under the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Speeding 1 – 49 km/h over posted limit

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Guelph at a later date.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Kingston OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Pedestrian Collision

(Kingston, ON) – A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and pronounced deceased after attempting to cross the 401 highway in Kingston overnight.

On January 16,2025 just after 01:30 am Frontenac OPP members were called to the 401 highway between Highway 15 and the Montreal Street exits for a collision involving a pedestrian crossing the highway. A vehicle collided with the pedestrian, who was pronounced deceased at the scene as a result.

Frontenac OPP assisted by Kingston Fire Rescue, and Frontenac Paramedic Service continued the investigation, which had the highway closed for several hours. A Technical Collision Investigator (OPP) and the Coroners Office of Ontario will continue to investigate the collision.

The identity of the deceased person has not been confirmed at this time. Frontenac OPP would like to request any witness information or dash cam footage to assist in this investigation.

Any information that might assist the investigation, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at Crime Stoppers.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Jennifer BABIN – Theft, Break & Enter, Etc.

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested one person in connection with an early morning break and enter.

On January 15, 2025, officers were investigating an unrelated matter which led them to the discovery of a break and enter at a business on Wellington Main Street in Prince Edward County. An individual was located inside the business and subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Jennifer BABIN, age 41, from Prince Edward County was charged with:

  • Theft under $5000
  • Break and enter
  • Mischief
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Prince Edward County on February 5, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Springwater

35 Year Old Arrested For Drunk Driving

(SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving related charges.

On January 15, 2025, at approximately 10:25 a.m., Huronia West OPP officers were conducting general patrols in Springwater Township, in the area of County Road 90. The officer was alerted to speeding motorist and conducted a traffic stop.

While engaging with the driver, the officer noticed the driver showing signs of impairment which led into an impaired driving investigation. As a result, Tristan BATTLER SHAULE, 35-year-old of Barrie, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Middlesex

27 Year Old Arrested Following Collision

(SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX, ON) – Single vehicle collision leads to refusal charge.

On January 15, 2025, at 7:26 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Middlesex-London Paramedic Service, were dispatched to Irish Drive in the Municipality of Southwest Middlesex, for the report of a single vehicle collision.

The driver of the vehicle and lone occupant was placed under arrest.

As a result, Brett TYRRELL-HATHAWAY a 27-year-old of Southwest Middlesex, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

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 March 20, 2025.

The Middlesex 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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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two people with impaired driving between January 11th and 13th, 2025.

On Saturday January 11, at 2:40 p.m., while Bracebridge OPP officers were conducting an investigation, they had an interaction with a driver in the area of Southbank Drive in Bracebridge. As a result of that interaction, police arrested and charged 30-year-old Brittany GEMMILL with Failure/Refusal to Provide a Breath Sample CC 320.15(1). She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on February 4, 2025 to answer to her charge.

On Monday January 13, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. a member of the public called police to report their concerns over the condition of a driver who had their vehicle stuck in the snow on Highway 11 South at Doe Lake Road in Gravenhurst. Officers attended and subsequently arrested and charged 36-year-old Justin LEGG of Bracebridge with Operation while Impaired by Drug CC 320.14(1)(a). He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on February 11, 2025 to answer to his charge.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Ahmed KAHN – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver involved in a single vehicle collision with impaired operation.

On January 13, 2025, shortly after 9:00 p.m., Caledon OPP responded to a single vehicle collision on Torbram Road just south of Old School Road in the Town of Caledon. During the course of the investigation, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested. 

As a result, Ahmed KAHN, 22, of Brampton was charged with:

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

·      Novice driver – B.A.C above zero

·      Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on January 30, 2025, to answer for the charges. The driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and the vehicle impounded for seven. 

Caledon OPP would like to take this opportunity to educate motorists on the rules and consequences for novice and young drivers when it comes to the consumption of alcohol or drugs:

–      Ontario drivers with the licence class of G1 or G2 are considered novice drivers.

–      Ontario drivers under the age of 22 are considered young drivers.

–      Young and novice drivers cannot consume any alcohol or drug before operating a motor vehicle.

This means young and novice drivers must have zero traces of alcohol or drug when operating a vehicle.

There is a zero-tolerance policy for impaired drivers on our roads and the OPP is committed to ensuring all drivers understand the rules and consequences before getting behind the wheel.

If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, do not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Area OPP North Huron OPP Police Press Releases

North Huron Resident Facing Drunk Driving Charge

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a North Huron resident with an Impaired driving offence following a traffic stop on January 11, 2025, in the Township of North Huron. 

At about 11:50 p.m. on Saturday, January 11, 2025, Huron County OPP officers were patrolling in the Village of Blyth when they conducted a traffic stop with a motorized snow vehicle (snowmobile). Police spoke to the lone operator and determined that the driver had consumed alcohol prior to driving the machine.

The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Reid BUTTON, 21 years of age from North Huron has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The involved snowmobile was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on February 24, 2025.

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Bluewater OPP Police Press Releases

Kyle RUSSELL – Drunk Driving

(BLUEWATER, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Middlesex Centre resident with Impaired driving offences following a sobriety check at a “Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere” (R.I.D.E.) checkpoint on January 11, 2025, in the Municipality of Bluewater, Bayfield. 

At about 11:45 p.m., on Saturday, January 11, 2025, Huron County OPP officers were conducting a RIDE check on Bluewater Highway at Short Hill Road. A vehicle driver pulled up to the checkpoint and spoke with police. Officers determined that the driver had consumed alcohol prior to driving.

The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Kyle RUSSELL, 39 years of age from Middlesex Centre has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on February 24, 2025.