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Archipelago OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust

(ARCHIPELAGO, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged two people with drug related offences after a traffic stop on Highway 69 in Archipelago Township.

On September 25, 2024, just before 12:00 a.m. officers stopped the vehicle as a result of an Automatic Licence Plate Reader (ALPR) hit. A wanted person from southern Ontario was located in the vehicle and arrested. Officers searched the vehicle and located a large amount of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $100,000.   

Anthony RATTRAY,24-years-old from North York was arrested and charged with:

·        Possession of Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on October 31, 2024

Matthew DELVES, 24-years-old from Markham was arrested and charged with:

·        Possession of Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused was held for bail before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound. 

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Thomas Alexander PATRICK Was Arrested

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A Pembroke resident has been charged under the Criminal Code (CC) after a traffic stop in Pembroke during the noon hour on September 29, 2024.  Members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Pembroke Street East in Pembroke after a stolen vehicle alert was received from the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) integrated with the police cruiser’s In-Car Camera (ICC). The vehicle had been reported stolen in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on September 19, 2024.     

As a result of this investigation 60-year-old Thomas Alexander PATRICK is charged with the following CC offence:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on November 5, 2024. 

The ALPR system can read thousands of licence plates per minute allowing officers to process more information on licence plates. It also has the capability of capturing vehicles of interest such as Amber Alerts, drivers with a suspended licence and stolen vehicles. 

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North Shore OPP Police Press Releases

Adrian ST DENIS – Impaired Driving

(TOWNSHIP OF THE NORTH SHORE, ON)- Driver arrested and charged after narrowly causing a head on collision.

On October 1, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint involving an eastbound dark blue pick-up truck travelling at an excessive high rate of speed, swerving all over the road and narrowly causing a head on collision on Highway 17 near Pronto Road within the Township of the North Shore. 

At approximately 13:10 p.m., police initiated a traffic stop on Highway 17 near Woodlawn Drive in the Town of Blind River.  While speaking to the driver police determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance, and a subsequent arrest was made. Also, in the driver’s possession was approximately 7 grams of suspected fentanyl and drug paraphernalia located in a vest pocket. The driver was later assessed by Mississauga First Nation Police Service’s Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) at Blind River detachment.

As a result, Adrian ST DENIS, 58 years-of-age from Serpent River First Nation was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drug
  • Possession of a schedule I substance-opioid (other than heroin)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on November 7, 2024.

The pick-up truck was towed and impounded for seven days with the driver being issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension.

If you suspect an impaired driver, call 911. Don’t hesitate, Make the call!

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher Robin MACLEOD Was Arrested Again

(MIDLAND,ON) – Officers from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment have made an arrest in a recent break and enter to a Midland waterfront restaurant.

Officers responded to a report of a break / enter & theft to a King Street, Midland restaurant which occurred at approximately 5:40 a.m. September 29, 2024 involving two persons in which a significant amount of liquor was stolen.

Through investigation using electronic surveillance, one person was identified and charged after being located later in the morning intoxicated at a nearby coffee shop. Officers continue to investigate in an effort to identify the second involved person.

Charged is Christopher Robin MACLEOD 50 years of Midland with the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada.

  • Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence
  • Theft Under $5000
  • Mischief Under $ 5,000
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused was held for a bail hearing and will be appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice  at a future date.

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] 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 and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Ashley RICHARD – Impaired Driving

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On September 29th, 2024 at approximately 8:06 p.m., officers from the Thunder Bay & Shabaqua Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call for service regarding a motor vehicle collision along Highway 588, near Blaikie Road, within the Township of O’Connor.

Through the investigation, it was determined that the driver involved in the motor vehicle collision had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & further testing was administered.

As a result of the investigation, Ashley RICHARD, 39, of Thunder Bay, was charged with:

  • Dangerous Operation;
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs;
  • 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 Thunder Bay on November 27th, 2024.

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.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

David SCOTT – Drunk Driving

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – Two drivers are facing impaired driving charges after Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) members responded to two separate collisions in the County of Brant on Saturday evening.

On Saturday September 28, 2024, at approximately 5:53 p.m., officers with the Brant County OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision on Bethel Church Road. It was determined a vehicle was traveling on Bethel Church Road when it left the roadway and struck a utility pole. One person was arrested and taken to Oxford OPP detachment for testing.

Police have charged 63-year-old David SCOTT, from Brant County with the following offences: 

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol or drugs

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

·        Adult Dangerous Operation

·        Adult Insecure Load

·        Adult Operate Unsafe Vehicle

·        Adult Vehicle modified – fail to apply for new permit

·        Adult Drive with seatbelt assembly removed

 The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford, Ontario at a later date.

On Saturday September 28, 2024, at approximately 6:50 p.m., officers with the Brant County OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision on Middle Townline Road. It was determined a vehicle was travelling on Middletown Townline Road when it left the roadway and struck a guardrail. Police located the vehicle where one person was arrested and transported to the Oxford OPP detachment for testing.

 Police have charged 22-year-old Zachary TOTTEN, from Brant County with the following offences:

 ·        Adult Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

·        Adult Careless driving

·        Adult Fail to surrender insurance card

·        Adult Fail to surrender

 The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford, Ontario at a later date.

If you see a suspected impaired driver, you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police, or your nearest police authority immediately by calling 9-1-1.

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Enniskillen OPP Police Press Releases

Robert HATHAWAY – Drunk Driving

(ENNISKILLEN, ON) – On September 30, 2024, around 8:30 p.m., a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Oil Heritage Road, Enniskillen Township.

As a result of the investigation, Robert HATHAWAY, 43-year-old of Alvinston, 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 October 28, 2024, in the City of Sarnia to speak to the charge.

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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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Blake COOK – Assault

(CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – One person is facing a criminal charge after the Wellington County, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call of an assault in Centre Wellington.

On September 30, 2024, at approximately 07:00 a.m., the Wellington County OPP received a report of an assault at an address on Elora Street, within the town Fergus.

As a result of the investigation, Blake COOK, 36-year-old of Fergus, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence:

  • Assault, contrary to Sec 266 of the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph at a later time.

Anyone with any information about this occurrence is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

The Wellington 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.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

3 Facing Assault Charges

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Three individuals have been charged in connection with separate assault investigations.

At approximately 9:21 a.m. on Friday, September 27, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated an assault on John Street in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that the victim was approached by an individual on the property and subsequently physically assaulted. The victim was then transported to an area hospital with minor injuries.

The suspect was later taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 64-year-old Kenneth LUCAS of Norfolk County:

  • Assault (two counts).

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe.

At approximately 11:19 p.m. on Friday, September 27, 2024, the Norfolk County OPP Detachment investigated an assault on Sydenham Street in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that a group of individuals was involved in a dispute at a business, which resulted in two of them physically assaulting the victim. Minor injuries were reported.

As a result, the suspects were taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 58-year-old Victor CARVALHO and 64-year-old Timothy SAUNDERS, both from Norfolk County:

  • Assault.

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Northumberland Weekend Update

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) laid various charges following arrests over the weekend.

On September 25, 2024, at approximately 12:00 p.m., OPP responded to a neighbour dispute in the Township of Cramahe. The caller advised police that since early August 2024, they are experiencing an on-going issue with their neighbour playing loud music for extended periods of time and recently with the complainant’s dwelling being illuminated with a strobe light.

On September 29, 2024, a 43-year-old, from the Township of Cramahe, was arrested and charged with:

–      Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with any person in the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date and the individual shall not be named to protect the identity of the victim.

On September 26, 2024, at approximately 8:30 a.m., police received a report regarding theft of alcohol on the previous day, from a commercial premises in Fenella, within the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand. As a result of the investigation, a person was arrested on September 29, 2024.

Ashley FENTON, 31-years-old, from Campbellcroft, has been charged with:

–      Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

On September 28, 2024, shortly before 6:00 p.m., OPP received a report regarding an individual fishing on private property in the vicinity of Dale Road, in the Municipality of Port Hope. Police attended the area and located the subject of the complaint.

A 38-year-old male, from Toronto, has been charged with:

–      Trespass for the purpose of fishing

On September 29, 2024, shortly before 1:30 a.m., officers received a traffic complaint regarding a vehicle parked on the hard shoulder on Highway 401 westbound in the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand. The caller was concerned as the door of the vehicle was open and the driver was unresponsive.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and OPP responded to the scene where police entered into an impaired operation investigation. The driver was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests. While at the detachment the accused refused to comply with a demand.

Pamela FILOCHOWSKI, 29-years-old, from Brampton, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

On September 30, 2024, at approximately 3:40 p.m., an officer was on patrol on Burnham Street North in the Township of Hamilton, when they received an alert from the in car Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) regarding a suspended driver.

The corresponding vehicle was stopped and driver confirmed to be prohibited.

Garry SIMPSON, 67-years-old, from Gores Landing, has been arrested and charged with:

–      Operation while prohibited.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date and their vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

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.

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

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ADELAIDE METCALFE OPP Police Press Releases

Michael MANN – Drunk Driving

(ADELAIDE METCALFE, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after member of the public reports a traffic complaint.

On September 28, 2024, at 11:34 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a business on Centre Road in Adelaide Metcalfe, for the report of a possible impaired driver.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest without incident.

As a result, Michael MANN, a 63-year-old of Thedford, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      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 November 6, 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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London OPP Police Press Releases

Julia HUGHSON – Drunk Driving

(LONDON, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after members of the public report a vehicle in the ditch on Highway 401.

On September 28, 2024, at 1:29 a.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 reports of a vehicle in the ditch near Highway 402.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest.

As a result, Julia HUGHSON, a 23-year-old of Chatham, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      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 October 24, 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.

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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Longlac OPP Police Press Releases

Another Pedestrian Struck

(LONGLAC, ON) – On September 27th at approximately 9:24 p.m., members of the Greenstone Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment along with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a report of a collision involving one commercial motor vehicle (CMV) and one pedestrian along Highway 11 in Longlac.

The injured pedestrian has been identified as a 24-year-old male, from Thunder Bay. The male was transported to the Geraldton District Hospital and flown to the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre to be treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigation remains on-going.

Anyone from the public with information related this investigation may contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca 

A friendly reminder for pedestrians, cyclists and travelers to wear reflective and high-vis clothing when on roadways and highways. Wearing proper clothing is important for visibility and safety.

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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

Balwinder DHALIWAL Was Arrested

(LENNOX AND ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – The Lennox and Addington (L&A) County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a transport truck driver with Dangerous operation.

On September 30, 2024, just after 8:00 p.m., officers received a report of a transport truck and trailer that had entered Highway 401 the wrong direction at Palace Road. Multiple people reported seeing the vehicle traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes on the north shoulder.

The vehicle was reported to have turned around at the westbound service centre and was located by police driving westbound and stopped by police. The driver was arrested by police.

As a result of the investigation, Balwinder DHALIWAL, age 48, of Brampton was charged with dangerous operation.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on November 19, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

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OPP Police Press Releases St Clair

David DAY – Drunk Driving

(ST. CLAIR, ON) – On September 27, 2024, at 8:40 p.m., a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Baseline Road in St. Clair Township.

As a result of the investigation, David DAY, 64-year-old of Sarnia, 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 November 4, 2024, in the City of Sarnia to speak to the charge.

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

The Lambton 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.