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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Johnathan MCCANN Was Arrested

(TOWNSHIP OF ESSA, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers lay charges relating to an impaired investigation on Sunday night.

On September 22nd, 2024, shortly after 11:25 p.m. an Officer from the Nottawasaga Detachment was conducting traffic enforcement on Brentwood Road in the Township of Essa. The subject vehicle was observed travelling at a low rate of speed with no rear lights on. The vehicle was stopped, as a result of the investigation officers arrested the driver for impaired driving. Johnathan MCCANN a 49-year-old from Angus was arrested and charged with the following:

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

·      Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Take motor vehicle without consent

The male was arrested on the strength of outstanding warrants and was later released with a future court date.

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Guelph OPP Police Press Releases

Bharadwaj SRIHARI – Drunk Driving

(GUELPH, ON) On September 23, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment were dispatched to a two-motor vehicle collision on the Hanlon Parkway within the City of Guelph.

As a result of the investigation, Bharadwaj SRIHARI, 25-years-old of Guelph, was charged with:

•             Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus, contrary to the Criminal Code

•             Drive motor vehicle – no licence, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – 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 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Puslinch

Joshua RAMIAH – Drunk Driving

(PUSLINCH TWP, ON) On September 23, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m. officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment were dispatched to a single motor vehicle collision, where the motor vehicle was reported to have crashed into a nearby ditch on Roszell Road, Puslinch.

As a result of the investigation, Joshua RAMIAH, 20-years-old of Cambridge, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood concentration 80 plus contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Novice driver – blood alcohol concentration above zero, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
  • Young driver – blood alcohol concentration above zero, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
  • Careless Driving, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – 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 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision – Hwy 9

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal collision on Highway 9, in the Town of Caledon.

On September 24, 2024, shortly before 6:00 p.m., Caledon OPP responded to a three-vehicle collision on Highway 9, near The Gore Road. One driver, a 36-year-old of Amaranth, was pronounced deceased at the scene. No other injuries were reported.

Highway 9 Between Airport Road and Concession Road 3 was closed for several hours while the OPP Technical Collision Investigators and Reconstructionists assisted with the investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage is asked to contact Caledon OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 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.

If you are affected by this incident or witnessed the collision and wish to speak to victim services, Caledon/Dufferin Victim Services can be reached at 905-951-3838.

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision

 (OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – The lone occupant of a passenger vehicle was taken to hospital and later pronounced deceased after a single vehicle collision on Highway 59 in Oxford County.

On September 24, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m., members from the Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to Highway 59 in East Zorra-Tavistock for the report of a single vehicle collision.

The lone occupant, a 75 years-of-age resident of Windsor, was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries where they were pronounced deceased.

Road closures were in effect on Highway 59 at Braemar Side Road and Strathallan Road but have since reopened.

If you have any information that may help with the investigation including dash cam footage, please contact the Oxford OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Rene RUEL – Drunk Driving

(PEMBROKE, ON) – An individual from Petawawa is facing a Criminal Code (CC) charge after members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) recently investigated an impaired driving complaint.

On September 22, 2024, at approximately 9:00 p.m. officers from the UOV OPP responded to a complaint of a possible impaired driver on a motor-assisted bike in Petawawa. A short time later police stopped the driver on Victoria Street in Petawawa. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.   

As a result of the investigation 48-year-old Rene RUEL is facing the following CC charge:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration over 80mg

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their motor-assisted bicycle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on October 29, 2024.  

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two parties with impaired operation related offences within a five-hour period.

On September 23, 2024, shortly before 6:00 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a traffic complaint in the area of Highway 10 in the Town of Mono. The call was then upgraded to a single motor vehicle collision in the same area. Officers arrived on scene and were led into an impaired driving investigation.

Marco MAZZOCO MENA, a 44-year-old male, from King City has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

•      Failure to stop after accident

•      Dangerous operation 

•      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

•      Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

On September 23, 2024, shortly before 10:30 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting traffic enforcement in the area of County Road 109 in the Township of Amaranth. Officers noted a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed and conducted a traffic stop. Officers spoke with the driver and were led into an impaired driving investigation.

Ayomiposi IGE, a 25-year-old male, from Brampton has been charged with:

•      Driver fail to surrender licence

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

•      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

•      Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

•      Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

•      Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform stunt – Excessive speed

•      Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicles impounded for 7 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Brockville OPP Police Press Releases

Home Invasion – Shylla CHAPMAN Arrested

(BROCKVILLE, ON) – The Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged an individual relating to the home invasion that occurred at a residence on Blair Road on September 11, 2024.

The Leeds OPP Crime Unit, assisted by the Forensics Identification Services Unit, has arrested and charged Shylla CHAPMAN, age 38 of Brockville, with one count of Robbery with Violence.

The accused appeared in a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville yesterday, and was remanded into custody.

The investigation is continuing.

If you have any information relating to this home invasion, contact the Leeds County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or leave your tip online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Suthaharan THEVENTHRAN Charged Following Collision

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Ignace Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment have arrested and charged one individual following a vehicle roll over.

On September 21, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m. members of the Ignace OPP Detachment responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 17 in the Bradshaw Township.

Police learned that a single motor vehicle had entered a ditch. The driver of the vehicle was taken to hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result, Suthaharan THEVENTHRAN, 41-years-old, of Pickering has been charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

·        Carless driving

The OPP investigates thousands of preventable CMV collisions every year, making this a serious road safety issue. The OPP remains committed to delivering on its Provincial Traffic Safety Strategy, which aims to reduce and prevent injuries and fatalities, and enhance safety on roads, waterways, and trails.

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

Timothy DIEMERT – Drunk Driving

(BROCKTON, ON) – On September 19, 2024, at 7:36 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a motor vehicle collision along Concession 8 in Brockton.

As a result of the investigation, Timothy DIEMERT, 52-years-old of Hanover was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired (80 plus) – CC 320.14(1)(b)

The South 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.

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Collingwood OPP Police Press Releases

Ryan PULOSKI – Armed Robbery

(Collingwood, ON) – Officers from the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a suspect on Sunday night in relation to robbery at a business in downtown Collingwood. 

The incident took place on September 22nd, 2024, shortly before 9:00 p.m. where a suspect attended a business in Collingwood, produced a firearm and asked the employee to open the cash register. The employee complied and the suspect eventually left the business with an undisclosed amount of money. 

Collingwood/The Blue Mountains OPP officers as well as OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) members and the OPP Canine Unit attended the area and within an hour and a half officers located the suspect who was arrested and transported to detachment. 

The employee did not suffer any physical injuries and the investigation has found that the weapon produced by the suspect is believed to be a replica firearm/BB gun.  

44-year-old Ryan PULOSKI of Collingwood has been charged with Robbery Using a Firearm, Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon, Pointing a Firearm and Use a Firearm While Committing an Offence. The accused was held for a virtual bail hearing which took place on September 23rd. 

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Dustin RICHARDSON Was Arrested Again

(BROCKTON, ON) – On September 23, 2024, at 4:32 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a stolen pick-up truck, taken from an address along Concession 12 in the Municipality of Brockton.

The vehicle was later located along McNab Street in Walkerton where one individual was placed under arrest.  

As a result of the investigation, Dustin RICHARDSON, 34-years-old from North Perth, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Theft over $5,000 – CC 334(a)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime – CC 354(1)(a)
  • Fail to comply with probation – CC 733.1(1)
  • Driving while under suspension – HTA 53(1)

The accused was held for a bail hearing and later released from custody. The accused is set to appear in the Walkerton Court of Justice on October 23, 2024.

The South 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.

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OPP Petrolia Police Press Releases

Chad COLLEY-VANDERZANDE – Drunk Driving

(PETROLIA, ON) – The Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged an individual with impaired driving following a traffic stop.

On September 20, 2024, shortly after 10:45 p.m., members of Lambton County OPP conducted a traffic stop on Rail Road Street, town of Petrolia.

As a result of the investigation, Chad COLLEY-VANDERZANDE, 37-year-old of Plympton-Wyoming, 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 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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Walpole Island First Nation

Ira WHITE – Drunk Driving

(WALPOLE ISLAND FIRST NATION, ON) – On September 19, 2024, shortly after 1:30 p.m., a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Ashkebee Road, Walpole Island First Nation.

As a result of the investigation, Ira WHITE, 57-year-old of Walpole Island First Nation, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order (two counts)
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – opioid (other than heroin)
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Drive motor vehicle – not equipped with ignition interlock device
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for 45-days.

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on October 16, 2024, in the City of Sarnia to speak to the charges.

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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OPP Picton Police Press Releases

Bailey WILLIAMS – Theft

(PICTON, ON) – The Prince Edward County OPP (Ontario Provincial Police) has made an arrest after a theft in Picton.

On September 13, 2024 at approximately 1:30 p.m., Prince Edward County OPP received report of a theft at a liquor store in Picton. A masked male had entered the store and stole two bottles of alcohol before departing on foot.

As a result of the investigation, the accused was located and arrested on Monday September 23, 2024.

Bailey WILLIAMS, age 20, from Picton, has been charged with theft under $5000.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on October 23, 2024.