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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

William CLARK – Drunk Driving

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – London driver charged in OPP Ride program on Highway 401.

On November 18, 2024, at 12:28 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were engaged in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Highway 401 at Veterans Memorial Parkway in Thames Centre.

A vehicle entered the RIDE program, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

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

As a result, William CLARK, a 44-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 13, 2025.

The Middlesex County OPP along 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 anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

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OPP PLYMPTON-WYOMING Police Press Releases

Brent WASNIDGE Was Arrested Again

(PLYMPTON-WYOMING, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Lambton Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) have arrested and charged one individual following a break and enter investigation in Plympton-Wyoming.

On November 1, 2024, Lambton OPP entered into a Break and Enter investigation to a property on Michigan Line, Plympton-Wyoming. It was reported that various items were stolen, including a Yanmar compact tractor, a Ferris zero-turn mower, a 1965 Chevrolet half ton pickup truck and a Lycoming aircraft engine.

Several of the items had previously been recovered at nearby locations by Lambton OPP uniform members.

On November 14, 2024, members of the Lambton OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), in collaboration with Elgin-Middlesex CSCU, and with the assistance of West Region OPP Tactical Rescue Unit (TRU), the West Region OPP Canine Unit, the West Region OPP Emergency Response Unit (ERT) along with Lambton and Middlesex OPP uniform members executed a search warrant at an address on Creamery Road, North-Middlesex.

The search warrant revealed the outstanding stolen item. In addition, other stolen property and offence-related items were seized by police.

As a result, Brent WASNIDGE, 35-year-old of Forest, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 (two counts)

·      Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court (two counts)

·      Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order

The accused was held pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia and has since been released.

Anyone with information that can assist with the investigation is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offenders Arrested Again – Names Released

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment, with support from the Northwest Region Crime Unit (NWR Crime), OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), Red Lake OPP Detachment, Kenora OPP Detachment and Northwest Region Canine Unit have arrested and charged two individuals with numerous offences.

On November 12, 2024, at approximately 10:00 p.m. members of the Dryden OPP Detachment responded to a call at a local business on Highway 17 in the Township of Machin.

As a result of the investigation, Joey COOK, a 36-year-old of Kenora, has been arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·         Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

·         Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court – (four counts)

·         Unauthorized possession of a Firearm

·         Resist Peace Officer

·         Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

·        Possession Property obtained by Crime Under $5000

Additionally, Dawn DUCHENE, 36-years-old of Kenora was also charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·        Operation while Prohibited 

·        Flight from Peace Officer

·        Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court (two counts)

·        Resist Peace Officer

·        Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

·        Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

·        Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000-in Canada

The accused have been held in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora November 20, 2024.

As a result of an ongoing police investigation, the Ontario Provincial Police are requesting anybody with property in the Gordon Lake area check to ensure their property is still secure. If anything is missing please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Kapuskasing OPP Police Press Releases

Sandy FERGUSON Was Arrested

(KAPUSKASING, ON) – The James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) made an impaired driving arrest during a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program in Kapuskasing.

On November 9, 2024, shortly after midnight, officers stopped a vehicle on Stewart Street in Kapuskasing as part of a RIDE initiative. Upon speaking with the driver, officers determined that the individual had consumed an intoxicating substance. The driver was arrested and transported to the Kapuskasing OPP detachment for further testing.

During the investigation, the driver refused to complete a portion of the Drug Recognition Evaluation (DRE). As a result, Sandy FERGUSON, 52 years of age of Opasatika, was charged with the following offenses:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on December 16, 2024, in Kapuskasing. In addition, the accused received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads to ensure the safety of all road users.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Kaylem DAYBUTCH – Drunk Driving

(BLIND RIVER, ON) – East Algoma OPP lays 49th impaired charge in 2024.

On November 16, 2024, at approximately 5:00 a.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) assisted by Mississauga First Nation Police Service responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Granary Lake Road in the Town of Blind River. 

Investigation determined a car failed to negotiate a corner on Granary Lake Road and continued to travel through the bush striking a tree. The driver then left the scene looking for assistance and walked to the complainant’s residence on Magog Lake Road. 

Police attended the collision scene to confirm that there were no other occupants in the vehicle.  They then attended the complainant’s residence and while speaking to the driver determined alcohol had been consumed. 

The driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital in Blind River via Algoma Paramedic Services. 

As a result of the investigation, Kaylem DAYBUTCH, 23 years-of-age from Mississauga First Nation was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on January 2, 2025.

The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol and drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, please call 9-1-1.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Shawn BENTLEY Facing Charges

(BLIND RIVER, ON) – Driver arrested at traffic stop.

On November 17, 2024, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on patrol in the Town of Blind River. At approximately 9:30 p.m., police observed a westbound white car travelling at a high rate of speed on Causley Street and initiated a traffic stop. A query revealed the driver had an outstanding warrant from the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS).

The East Algoma OPP assisted with the execution of the warrant for: Failing to attend court-as per undertaking. The driver will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sudbury at a later date. 

Shawn BENTLEY, 36 years-of-age from Sudbury was charged with:

  • Driving while under suspension
  • Speeding
  • Driver fail to surrender licence

Everyone has a role to play in keeping our roads safe. The OPP is committed to addressing behaviours that place drivers, passengers and other road users at risk. 

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Tina JOESPH Was Arressted

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an investigation into an impaired driving incident in Simcoe.

At approximately 9:38 p.m. on Friday, November 15, 2024, an officer from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment stopped a vehicle and conducted an investigation on McDowell Road East in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

After assessing the driver’s sobriety, the individual was taken into custody without incident.

52-year-old Tina JOESPH of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.

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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MISSISSAUGA FIRST NATION OPP Police Press Releases

Dainith TOULOUSE – Drunk Driving

(MISSISSAUGA FIRST NATION, ON) – Mississauga First Nation Police Service lays impaired charge.

On November 16, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the Mississauga First Nation Police Service responded to a Side-by-Side (Utility Terrain Vehicle) in a ditch on West Street in the community of Mississauga First Nation. 

The driver walked away from the scene and was located by police a short time later. While speaking to the driver, police determined alcohol had been consumed. The driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital in Blind River and was later cleared medically. 

Once released from hospital, the driver was then transported to the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police detachment in Blind River for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Dainith TOULOUSE, 34 years-of-age who resides in the community of Mississauga First Nation was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on January 2, 2024.

The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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ALNWICK-HALDIMAND OPP Police Press Releases

Maranda LEE – Drunk Driving

(TOWNSHIP OF ALNWICK/HALDIMAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged an impaired driver following a report from a member of the public.

On November 15, 2024, at approximately 8:30 p.m., police responded to a complaint regarding an individual causing a commotion in a vehicle in the area of Massey Road and Clouston Road in the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand.

Following the stop of a vehicle matching the description provided on Burns Road, police entered into an impaired operation investigation and an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand was made. With the result, the accused was arrested and transported to a police station for further tests.

Maranda LEE, 25-years-old, from Cobourg, has been charged with:

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

–      Driver fail to surrender licence

–      Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

–      Fail to surrender insurance card.

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Arrive alive, drive sober.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Carrie EDWARDS – Drunk Driving

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after a traffic stop in the Town of Renfrew.

On November 17, 2024, at approximately 12:45 a.m., Renfrew OPP completed a traffic stop on Bank Street South, in the Town of Renfrew. Officers stopped the vehicle for driving with no headlights and failing to stop at the stop sign.

Officers completed a roadside breath test with an Approved Screening Device.

As a result of the investigation, Carrie EDWARDS, age 51 of Renfrew was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

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

·      Drive without proper headlights- motor vehicle

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on January 15, 2025.

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Bayham OPP Police Press Releases

Henry JANZEN – Impaired Driving

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

On November 16, 2024, at approximately 10:25 p.m., the Elgin OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a passenger vehicle on Light Line near Bogus Road in the Municipality of Bayham.

No serious injuries were reported.

The lone driver was taken into custody without incident and transported to the St. Thomas Detachment for further testing by a Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE).

As a result, Henry JANZEN, a 42-year-old from Langton was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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 December 31, 2024.

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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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Lionel BELISLE – Impaired Driving

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment have arrested and charged one individual with impaired operation.  

On November 15, 2024, at approximately 6:00 p.m. members of the Dryden OPP Detachment conducted a traffic stop at a local business in the City of Dryden.

As a result of the investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol/drug. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Dryden OPP Detachment for further testing.

Lionel BELISLE, 59-years-old, of Winnipeg, has been arrested and 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 custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden December 16, 2024.

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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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Chris ELYK Was Arrested Again

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one individual with failing to comply with their release order following an incident in the City of Dryden.

On November 16, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m. officers responded to an incident on Minnitaki Road, in the Township of Machin.

As a result of the investigation, Chris ELYK, 38-years-old has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:  

·        Failure to comply with release order-other than to attend court

The accused has been held in custody and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on November 18, 2024.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the OPP 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Atikokan OPP Police Press Releases

Alexander TEMPLAR Was Arrested Again

(ATIKOKAN, ON) – A weekend vehicle theft resulted in the arrest of one person who is now facing several charges.

On Saturday November 16, 2024, at approximately 6:00 pm, the Atikokan Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a 911 call that a pick-up truck was stolen from the Lone Pine area of Atikokan.

Vehicle tracking technology enabled officers to quickly locate the vehicle which was stopped in the Industrial Park area. One lone subject in the vehicle was immediately taken into custody by officers. Investigation revealed that the driver was obviously impaired, prohibited criminally and suspended from driving as well as on probation.

Alexander TEMPLAR, 26-years-old, from Atikokan is charged with the following offences:

  • Theft of motor vehicle
  • Operation while prohibited
  • Failure to comply with a demand
  • Fail to comply with probation
  • Fail to comply with peace bond
  • Assault police
  • Driving while under suspension.

The accused had a bail hearing and was remanded into custody. The next court appearance is scheduled for November 18, 2024, in Fort Frances.

The OPP is asking anyone with information on this incident to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you prefer to remain anonymous you can provide information to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.tipshelp.com.

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OPP Peterborough Police Press Releases

Abdul MALIK – Drunk Driving

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after stopping at a R.I.D.E. program.

On November 18, 2024, just prior to 12:30am, Peterborough County OPP Officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. program at County Road 4 and Television Road. A vehicle entered the R.I.D.E. program and an officer spoke with the driver. After a brief conversation with the driver, the officer determined they were under the influence of alcohol. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.

Abdul MALIK (age 48) of Otonabee-South Monaghan Township, ON., was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on December 17, 2024.

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