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OPP Police Press Releases The Blue Mountains

Fatal Collision Involving Cyclist

(Town of the Blue Mountains, ON) – Members of the Collingwood and Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) with the Technical Collision Investigators and Collision Reconstruction team are investigating a collision involving a motor vehicle and cyclist.

On January 9, 2025 just after 7:00 pm Collingwood and Blue Mountains OPP with assistance of Grey County Paramedics responded to a report of a serious collision where a cyclist had been struck by a motor vehicle on Highway 26 between the Eleventh Line and Tenth Line in Thornbury.

Sadly, as result of the collision, a 59 year-old was confirmed deceased by a Doctor at Meaford Hospital. The involved motorist has been co-operative with police during the investigation.

A section of Highway 26 has been closed for several hours between the Eleventh Line and Tenth Line.

The investigation is ongoing.

The OPP is requesting that if anyone was in the area during the time of the collision and has any information, dash cam or surveillance footage that may assist investigators, to please call Collingwood OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

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ALNWICK-HALDIMAND OPP Police Press Releases

Harrison KIRTON Was Arrested

(TOWNSHIP OF ALNWICK/HALDIMAND) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating an incident following a disturbance at a business in Roseneath.

On January 7, 2025, shortly before 7:00 p.m., police responded to a report of an individual causing issues for staff and driving erratically in the parking lot while patrons were present.

The subject of the complaint had left the area prior to the arrival of police. Following an investigation, a person was identified and sought in connection to the incident.

On January 8, 2025, Harrison KIRTON (age 19) from Cobourg, was arrested and charged with:

–      Dangerous operation

–      Mischief under $5,000

–      Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt.

In addition to a future court date, the accused had their licence suspended for 30 days and vehicle impounded for 14 days.

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

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OPP Police Press Releases Thessalon

Dog Intentionally Run Down – Douglas RICHARD Arrested Again!

(THESSALON FIRST NATION, ON)- Driver purposely strikes a dog with their vehicle.

On January 3, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an individual attempting to run over a dog with a vehicle on Oakridge Road in the community of Thessalon First Nation. The driver fled the scene before officers arrived.

On January 8, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m., police observed the same driver leaving a building on Main Street in the Town of Thessalon. Upon noticing the police, the accused fled on foot. With the assistance of the public the OPP were able to locate the individual on Water Street, resulting in an arrest.

Douglas RICHARD, 30 years-old from Thessalon First Nation was charged with:

  • Uttering Threats-damage or injure animal
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code – three counts
  • Failure to comply with release order-other than to attend court – five counts
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Drive while under suspension – two counts

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake at a later date.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

FOX Arrested For Arson

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Dryden Fire Service responded to a call for service at an apartment building.

On January 8, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., on Duke Street, in Dryden ON, members of the Dryden OPP and members of the Dryden Fire Service received a call from an individual reporting a fire at a local apartment building.

Dryden Fire Service attended the residence and located a small fire in the building. It was determined that the fire was intentionally set.

As a result of the investigation, 33-year-old, Samantha FOX, of Thunder Bay, was arrested and charged with the following offences under the criminal code:

·        Arson – Damage to Property

·        Failure to Comply with Undertaking – two counts

The accused has been held for bail and is scheduled to appear with the Ontario Provincial Court on January 9, 2025.

Any person with further information regarding this incident should contact the Dryden OPP 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 ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Meth Bust – Names Released

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – On Saturday January 4, 2025, members of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in collaboration with the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) conducted a search warrant on Birch Road in the Town of Fort Frances as part of an on-going ciminal investigation.

Police seized a quantity of suspected Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, Psilocybin. , and other offence-related property. 

The drugs seized in this investigation have an estimated street value of $26,000.

As a result of the investigation, Sylvia MCKINNON, 58-year-old female of Fort Frances , has been arrested and charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following offences:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for purpose of trafficking-Fentanyl
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for purpose of trafficking-Methamphetamine
  • Possession of schedule III substance for the purpose of trafficking -Psilocybin

Amanda HUNTER , 40-year-old female from Fort Frances has been arrested and charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following offences:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for purpose of trafficking-Fentanyl
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for purpose of trafficking-Methamphetamine
  • Possession of schedule III substance for the purpose of trafficking -Psilocybin

Jason ELLMAN , 41-year-old male from Fort Frances has been arrested and charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following offences:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for purpose of trafficking-Fentanyl
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for purpose of trafficking-Methamphetamine
  • Possession of schedule III substance for the purpose of trafficking -Psilocybin

All accused were released from police custody and are set to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 03, 2025, in Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances.

If you have information of any crime activity in the area, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Your call could make our communities safer for all. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or submit a tip online at  where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.http://www.p3tips.com/273

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

20 Year Old Suspended Driver Arrested

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged with impaired operation resulting from a traffic stop on Meredith Street East, Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands Township.

On January 9, 2025, at approximately 3:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle when the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) alerted officers to a suspended driver. Further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested.

As a result, the driver, Jordan PITAWANAKWAT, 20-years-old from Birch Island, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on February 11, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that if you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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North Grenville OPP Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert – BROGAN Facing Numerous Charges

(NORTH GRENVILLE, ON) – The Grenville County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged an adult following an indecent acts investigation involving a youth.

In December of 2024, the OPP received a report of nude images that had been sent to a youth. The Grenville County OPP Crime Unit continued the investigation.

As a result, Craig BROGAN, 34 years of age, from North Dundas was arrested on January 8, 2025, and charged with:

·      Distributing obscene matter

·      Make sexually explicit material available to a person under 16 years of age

·      Luring a person under 16 years of age by means of telecommunication

·      Indecent communications

The accused was held for a bail hearing on January 8, 2025 at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville, and remains in custody. 

The investigation by the Grenville County OPP Crime Unit is ongoing. Investigators are concerned that there could be other victims. They want to hear from anyone who may have had encounters with the accused via an online app or in person. If you have any information about this incident, please call the Grenville County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.  

There is no statute of limitations on sexual offences and a report can be made to police at any time, regardless of how much time has passed. You can report a sexual offence by calling the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or 9-1-1 in an emergency. If you do not want to make a report to police or need time and support to make that decision, there are community partners available to help. Ontario 211 provides information on Ontario’s community, social, health-related and government services. Call 2-1-1 or visit 211 Ontario for more information.

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OPP Police Press Releases Springwater

MUSACK – Drunk Driving

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

On January 8, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a traffic tip of a possible impaired driver on South Orr Lake Road, heading eastbound towards Hillsdale.

At approximately 12:57 p.m., officers attended the location and observed the vehicle with all four tires off the ground, on top of a snowbank on the edge of a driveway. Officers noticed an odour of alcohol on the driver’s breath which led into an impaired driving investigation. As a result, Dale MUSACK, 49-year-old of Springwater Township, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood 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.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, 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.

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Cornwall OPP Police Press Releases

Human Smugglers Arrested – Names Released

(CORNWALL, ON) – Police have arrested four people after a traffic stop revealed eight individuals concealed in the rear of the vehicle destined for the United States (US).

An ongoing joint forces operation led by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Border Enforcement Security Task Force (BEST) and Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), with assistance from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Homeland Security Investigations, and the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS), revealed evidence for a traffic stop under the Excise Act. On January 7, 2025, members from OPP BEST and the RCMP conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the City of Cornwall travelling in the direction of the CBSA port of entry. Officers located eight individuals concealed in the back of the vehicle and subsequently charged the driver and passenger of the vehicle under the Criminal Code (CC). Further investigation revealed another two suspect vehicles, which led to the arrest of an additional two individuals.

Charles EDWARDS, age 58 of Akwesasne, George TOOKER, age 54 of Akwesasne, Ngoc Dung LE, age 52 of Brossard, Quebec and Huu Huan NGUYEN, age 43 of Anjou, Quebec have each been charged with conspiracy to violate US law, s. 465(3) CC.

The four accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on February 25, 2025.

The investigation is currently ongoing. The eight individuals found concealed within the vehicle were arrested and charges may be laid if applicable.

If you have any information about suspicious cross-border activity, please contact the CBSA Border Watch Line at 1-888-502-9060.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Property Recovered – Michael BRITO Arrested

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the Nottawasaga Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Collingwood Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), and the Emergency Response Team (ERT) of the Ontario Provincial Police executed a search warrant on Boyne Street, in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On January 2 2025, Nottawasaga CSCU began an investigation as they received information that a Kubota diesel side by side was stolen and a GPS tracker was pinging at an address in Alliston.

On January 7 2025, at approximately 5;25 p.m. officers executed a search warrant at the address locating the stolen Kubota inside the garage along with the below noted items believed to be stolen with a total value of $65,810.00

A Kubota RTV Value: $21,000.00, an Enclosed trailer Value: $5000.00, 3 Red Honda Dirt bikes Value: $8000, a Green Kawasaki Dirt bike Value: $3500, a Honda Generator Value: $4500, 4 Stihl trimmers Value: $2280, 2 Stihl quick cut saws Value: $3600, a Stihl Chainsaw Value: $300, 2 Hilti Jack hammer/Drills Value: $5000, Echo backpack leaf blower Value: $400,  Milwaukee band saw Value: $530, Milwaukee rotary hammer $1000, Wacker Neuson plate tamper Value: $2200, a Honda Snow blower and pressure washer Value: $2500, MTD Snow blower Value: $500, and Hilti Electrical box Value: $1500. and assorted brand-new Milwaukee power tools Value: $4000

As a results Michael BRITO 29-years-old of Alliston was arrested and charged with the following:

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

• Obstruct Peace Officer

The accused is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on February 20th, 2025.

Officers are attempting to identify the owners of the items shown, if you believe any of these items belong to you, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 regarding E250006726. Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Barry PRICE – Theft

(BRANT, ON) – On January 7, 2025, the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded promptly to a theft incident, leading to the recovery of stolen items and the arrest of a suspect.

At approximately 11:07 a.m., an OPP officer was approached by a complainant at a gas station on Colborne Street East. The complainant reported that a male suspect had stolen several items from a business on Colborne Street.

The officer observed the suspect nearby and engaged him in conversation. The suspect indicated that the stolen items were left at a nearby location. The officer located the stolen items and arrested the individual.

Barry PRICE, a 36-year-old male from Brantford has been charged with the following:

  • Theft Under $5000

PRICE has been released and is scheduled to appear in court on March 7th, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford.

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Greater Napanee OPP Police Press Releases

Romolo BALESTRA Was Arrested Again

(GREATER NAPANEE, ON) – Lennox and Addington County Detachment members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person with impaired driving and numerous other offences following a single vehicle collision on the 401 Highway overnight.

On Wednesday, January 8, 2025, shortly before 1:00 a.m., L&A County OPP members attended the scene of a collision at the Shannonville Road off-ramp where a heavily damaged vehicle was located unattended. Following a call to police from a nearby location, Romolo BALESTRA, a 34-year-old from Ottawa was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol
  • Dangerous operation
  • Fail to remain
  • Fail to comply with release order – two counts

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear at a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on January 8, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded.

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Haliburton OPP Police Press Releases

Robert CONNORS Was Arrested Again

(HALIBURTON COUNTY, ON) – The Haliburton Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver for numerous driving related charges and criminal offences in the Township of Highlands East.

On January 3, 2025, shortly after 4:00 p.m. Haliburton OPP attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a pickup truck that was travelling on County Road 503. The driver fled from police at a high rate of speed and in a dangerous manner. Due to risk of safety to the public, the officer did not continue the pursuit.

Police continued to search for the vehicle and driver. Officers located the vehicle that was had been involved in a motor vehicle collision, but the driver had left the scene and fled on foot. Officers continued to search the area and located the driver of the motor vehicle who was arrested by officers. 

As a result of this investigation, Robert CONNORS, a 41-year-old from Highlands East Township has been charged with:

·        Flight from Peace Officer

·        Resist Peace Officer

·        Dangerous Operation

·        Fail to Stop for Police

·        Operation While Prohibited

·        Fail to Comply with Prohibition Order

·        Fail to Comply with Probation Order

·        Fail to Report Accident

·        Driving While Under Suspension – 5 Counts

The accused was held for a bail hearing to appear on video before the Ontario Court of Justice.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

MARTYN – Drunk Driving

(ESSA, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver for driving while impaired in the Township of Essa.

On January 7, 2025, shortly 5:00 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP received a call for a single motor vehicle collision on County Road 56, just North of the 20th Sideroad in Essa Township.

The Officer arrived on scene shortly after, located a white 4 door passenger vehicle in the ditch on County Road 56. An ASD demand was issued and as of a result of the investigation the driver,

Elaina MARTYN, 29 years-old, of Essa, was charge with:  

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

• Resist Peace Officer

In addition to the charges, the driver was issued a 90-day license suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. 

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Bradford on February 6, 2025, to answer to the charges.

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

18 Year Old Drunk Driver Arrested

(LAKESHORE, ON)-On January 3, 2025, at 2:40 a.m., members form the Lakeshore detachment Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on 1st Street near Railway Avenue in Belle River, Municipality of Lakeshore.

Officers arrived on scene and spoke to the driver of the vehicle. As a result, the driver was arrested and transported to a local OPP detachment.

Ethan COURNOYER, an 18-year-old of Lakeshore, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor to speak to the charges on January 21, 2025.

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

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 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.