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Havelock-Belmont-Methuen OPP Police Press Releases

Gordon FLETCHER Was Arrested Again

(HAVELOCK-BELMONT-METHUEN TOWNSHIP, ON)- The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has made an arrest of the third individual involved in the assault investigation in Havelock.

On November 12, 2024, at approximately 8:45 p.m., members of the OPP Peterborough County Detachment received a report of an assault on Ottawa Street in Havelock. The complainant advised that three known individuals attended their residence, all of which participated in the assault, then left in a vehicle after making threats to return and cause more harm.

On November 13, 2024, officers arrested two individuals in relation to this investigation.

On November 18, 2024, members of the Peterborough/Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and the Central East Region Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) located the remaining suspect at a residence in Havelock. The individual was arrested on the outstanding Warrant in Peterborough County, as well as an outstanding Warrant in Northumberland County related to a robbery that occurred in Trent Hills on October 18, 2024.

Gordon FLETCHER (age 31) of Trent Hills was arrested and charged with:

·      Assault cause Bodily Harm

·      Utter Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm – two counts

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order – two counts

·      Assault with a Weapon

·      Unauthorized possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm

·      Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

·      Robbery Using a Firearm

·      Possession of Firearm contrary to Prohibition Order – two counts

·      Utter Threats – Damage Property

·      Pointing a Firearm

FLETCHER was transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment where he was held for Bail.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into a drug trafficking investigation following a traffic stop for speeding on November 18, 2024.

An officer on patrol observed a motor vehicle speeding southbound on Pigeon Lake Road at 2:45pm. A traffic stop was conducted where the officer entered into a drug possession investigation.  Through investigation the driver and two passengers were arrested and charged with Criminal Code, Cannabis Control Act and Highway Traffic Act offences.

Rhianna Whitman-Davis, 30-year-old of Peterborough, was charged with:

  • Speeding 1-49km/h over posted limit
  • Drive Vehicle or Boat with Cannabis Readily Available
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000

Tayler Hancock, 35-year-old of Peterborough was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000

Dylan Kemp, 32-year-old of Fraserville was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to serving our province by protecting its’ citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

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Cochrane OPP Police Press Releases

Steven BOUCHARD – Was Arrested

(COCHRANE, ON) – The execution of a search warrant in Cochrane has resulted in the arrest of two individuals and the recovery of stolen property and a firearm.

On November 13, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m., the James Bay Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with the assistance of James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the James Bay Crime Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence on Concession Road 8&9 in Cochrane.

During the investigation, two individuals were arrested, and police seized stolen property and a firearm.

As a result of this investigation, Steven BOUCHARD, 24 years-of-age of Cochrane was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Mischief – renders property useless

Further, a 14-year-old person from Cochrane was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Mischief – renders property useless
  • Fail to comply with sentence

Both accused individuals were released from a bail hearing and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cochrane in December. The name of the youth cannot be released under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Gage CANNING Was Arrested

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A Pembroke resident is facing Criminal Code (CC) impaired driving charges after a traffic stop in the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment area.

On the evening of November 14, 2024, members of the UOV OPP responded to a report of a possible impaired driver in the City of Pembroke. At approximately 9:00 p.m. officers located the vehicle in the area of the Pembroke Marina and a traffic stop was conducted. The driver was taken into custody for impaired driving and transported to the detachment for further testing where readings in excess of three times the legal blood alcohol limit were obtained. Police also seized stolen licence plates during the course of the investigation. 

As a result of this incident 26-year-old Gage CANNING has been charged with the following CC, Highway Traffic Act (HTA) and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act (CAIA) offences:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

·        Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

·        Use plate not authorized for vehicle

·        Drive motor vehicle – no permit

·        Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on December 17, 2024.

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Norfolk OPP

Paul HENSMAN – Theft & Fraud

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in connection with a fraud investigation in Simcoe.

At approximately 3:07 p.m. on Sunday, November 17, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a fraud-related incident on Queensway East in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that an individual entered a business, ordered consumable goods, and refused to pay after consuming them.

Officers located the individual on the premises and took them into custody without incident. During the arrest, it was determined that a bicycle in the individual’s possession had been reported stolen earlier that day, around 10:53 a.m., from another address on Queensway East.

31-year-old Paul HENSMAN of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Food and lodging fraud,
  • Theft under $5,000.

The accused has been held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Jordan WALLACE – Drunk Driving

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – The Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged a driver with impaired while conducting a RIDE spot-check on Argyle Street, Caledonia.

On November 17, 2024, at approximately 1:15 a.m., an individual was placed under arrest after police assessed the driver’s sobriety.

As a result, 31-year-old Jordan WALLACE of London has been charged with the following criminal charges:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on December 24, 2024.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Raymond YOUNG – Impaired Operation

(ESPANOLA, ON) – The Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) assisted the Anishinabek Police Service (APS) with an impaired investigation which resulted in one person being arrested and charged.

On November 2, 2024 at approximately 1:30 p.m., APS officers located a driver passed out in the driver’s seat of a pickup truck. The driver was subsequently arrested and upon further investigation, officers located suspected crack cocaine. An OPP Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) assisted with the investigation for further testing.

As a result, the driver, Raymond YOUNG, 33-years-old from Elliot Lake, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Possession of Schedule I Substance

The pickup truck was towed and impounded for seven days, and the driver’s licence was suspended.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on December 2, 2024.

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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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Taylor KEIZER-DOUGLAS – Break & Enter, Etc.

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged with multiple offences following an investigation into a home invasion in Simcoe.

At approximately 3:53 a.m. on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a report of a home invasion on Victoria Street in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that an individual unlawfully entered a residence on the property and interacted with four occupants inside. During the incident, the individual damaged property within the home and took items belonging to the occupants. No injuries were reported.

When officers arrived at the scene, they confronted the individual attempting to flee. During the interaction, the individual brandished an edged weapon but was taken into custody without further incident. No injuries were reported.

30-year-old Taylor KEIZER-DOUGLAS of Haldimand County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Break, enter a place – commit indictable offence,
  • Mischief under $5,000,
  • Theft under $5,000,
  • Assault a Peace Officer while threatening to use a weapon.

The accused has been held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

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Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases

Tanner DOXTATOR – Drunk Driving

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver facing Impaired driving charge after traffic stop.

On November 16, 2024, at 2:50 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol on Sharon Drive in Middlesex Centre, performed a traffic stop on a vehicle.

The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Tanner DOXTATOR, a 22-year-old of Glencoe, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      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 to speak to the charges on December 5, 2024.

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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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust @ RIDE

(ESPANOLA, ON) – Two people have been arrested and charged following a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check, which led to the seizure of a large amount of cannabis.

On November 19, 2024, at approximately 12:45 a.m., The Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE check on Highway 6 near Espanola. A vehicle approached officers, and police noticed an odour of cannabis coming from the vehicle. Further investigation resulted in two people being arrested.

Additionally, officers located over 12kg of dried cannabis, with a street value of approximately $41,200, over 140 packages of cannabis gummies with a street value of approximately $5,800, 50 cannabis vape pen cartridges with a street value of approximately $2,000 and over 10g of suspected cocaine, with a street value of approximately $1,000, and Canadian currency.

As a result, the driver, Edward SMAGALA, 58-years-old from Annan, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – cocaine
  • Possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling
  • Possession for the purpose of distributing
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000

The passenger, Hao Dong LIANG, 33-years-old from Markham, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – cocaine
  • Possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling
  • Possession for the purpose of distributing
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000

Both accused were held in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Sudbury on November 19, 2024.

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London OPP Police Press Releases

Silina TRIPP – Drunk Driving

(LONDON, ON) – Driver charged after two-vehicle collision in on Highway 401 in London.

On November 16, 2024, at 11:28 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to the Westbound lanes of Highway 401 in the City of London for report of a collision between a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) and a transport truck.

One involved driver was placed under arrest and transported to the London OPP detachment.

As a result, Silina TRIPP, a 33-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      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 to speak to the charges on January 23, 2025.

There were no injuries reported.

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.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, 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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Carleton Place OPP Police Press Releases

Adrian GILPIN Was Arrested

(CARLETON PLACE, ON) – TheLanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a male with numerous offences following a traffic stop in the Town of Carleton Place.

On November 18, 2024, at approximately 6:50 p.m., an officer on general patrol conducted a traffic stop on O’Donovan Drive, Carleton Place. During the investigation the officer determined the driver was not licenced to operate a motor vehicle.

Adrian GILPIN,52-years-old, from Perth, was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while prohibited
  • Driving while under suspension – three counts
  • Fail to surrender permit under
  • Fail to surrender Insurance 

The accused remains in custody pending a bail hearing on November 19, 2024. The vehicle was also impounded for 45 days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Middlesex

Kyle SYMONS Was Arrested

(SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX, ON) – Driver charged as a result of a traffic stop in Southwest Middlesex.

On November 17, 2024, at 4:42 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) performed a traffic stop on a vehicle travelling on Melbourne Road in the Municipality of Southwest Middlesex.

The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Kyle SYMONS, a 31-year-old of Strathroy-Caradoc, 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 January 16, 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.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, 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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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

Jason Fell Was Arrested

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – One individual is facing impaired driving charges when a Good Samaritan reported a traffic complaint.

On November 19, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., the Grey Bruce OPP responded to a traffic complaint of an impaired driver on Bruce Street in South Bruce Peninsula. The vehicle was located, and a traffic stop was conducted. The driver was presented to a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).

Jason Fell, 48-years-old, of South Bruce Peninsula was charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on December 19, 2024.

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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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

3 Arrested In Weapons Bust

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – Three individuals are facing charges after a weapons complaint in Wiarton.

On November 18, 2024, at 11:20 a.m., the Grey Bruce OPP responded to a weapons complaint from a business on Berford Street in Wiarton in South Bruce Peninsula. 

It is reported that three intoxicated individuals entered a business in Wiarton, and it was believed one individual might have a rifle sticking out of their bag. Police located the individuals a short distance away.

Brandon Long, 39-year-old of South Bruce Peninsula was charged with the following:

·      Careless use of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

·      Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo

·      Possessing counterfeit money – have in custody

·      Possession of a schedule II substance for the purpose of trafficking

·      Possession of a schedule I substance – cocaine

·      Breach of recognizance

·      Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order (six counts)

Edward Anley, 54-year-old of the Municipality of Meaford was charged with the following:

·      Careless use of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

·      Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo

·      Possessing counterfeit money – have in custody

·      Possession of a schedule II substance for the purpose of trafficking

·      Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order (three counts)

Michael McClure, 34-year-old of Haldiman County was charged with the following:

·      Careless use of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

·      Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo

·      Possessing counterfeit money – have in custody

·      Possession of a schedule II substance for the purpose of trafficking

·      Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order (three counts)

·      Fail to comply with probation order

The accused parties were held pending a bail hearing.

The Grey Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.