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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested For Break & Enter

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals with several offenses related to on-going investigations into break and enters in the Town of Huntsville and surrounding area.

Huntsville OPP, assisted by the Muskoka Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), have been investigating multiple break-ins at business locations in the Town of Huntsville during June 2024. On June 11th, 2024, the media was informed about these incidents and appealed for the public’s help.

As a result of the investigation, police have charged 22-year-old Dylan BANNISTER of Huntsville, ON with the following offenses:

·      Break, Enter a place – with intent to commit indictable offence – X 2

·      Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence – X 2

·      Failure to comply with undertaking – X 3

·      Mischief Under $5000

·      Theft Under $5000

·      Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code

This accused was held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice and has been remanded into custody.

Police have also charged 21-year-old Easton CHILDERHOSE, of Huntsville, with:

·      Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence

·      Fail to comply with probation order – X 2

This accused was released on an Undertaking with a future court date of July 30, 2024, in the Town of Bracebridge.

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North Perth OPP Police Press Releases

Ryan SULLIVAN – Assault, Threats, Break & Enter

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after three separate investigations in the Municipality of North Perth.

Just before 1:00 a.m. on June 16, 2024, Perth County OPP began investigating after a person unknown to the homeowner entered a residence on Wallace Avenue North, Listowel. They were arrested on scene.

On June 18, 2024, just before 8:00 a.m., a citizen reported an alarm at a business on Inkerman St. West, in Listowel. When police arrived on scene moments later, a person was found inside and was arrested.

On June 19, 2024, Perth County OPP were once again notified that an individual had threated a local business, and caused damage to a sign.

As a result of these investigations, Ryan SULLIVAN, 31, of Fergus, has been charged with:

–      Unlawfully in a Dwelling

–      Break, Enter a place – with intent to commit indictable offence

–      Uttering Threats – damage property

–      Mischief – destroys or damages property

–      Resist Peace Officer

–      Assault a Peace Officer

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact the Perth County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *677 via cell phone.

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

ATV Patrol Leads To Arrests

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the North West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) have arrested two individuals for not abiding by court conditions while conducting All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) patrol.

While conducting ATV patrol within the City of Dryden on June 20, 2024 at approximately 11:48 a.m. officers located two individuals on a three wheeled vehicle and conducted a stop.

Further investigation led to Myles VIEGANDT, 39-years-old of Dryden, ON being arrested and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code and Provincial Offences Act:

  • Altering/Destroying/Removing a vehicle identification number
  • Failure to comply with undertaking
  • Fail to surrender evidence of insurance
  • Drive off-road vehicle – no number plate
  • Drive off-road vehicle – no permit
  • Drive non-passenger ATV with a passenger
  • No Driver’s licence
  • Driving while under suspension

Further, Stephanie HAZLEWOOD, 30-years-old of Dryden, ON was arrested and charged for failing to comply with a Conditional Sentence Order and the following offences under the Criminal Code and Provincial Offences Act:

  • Altering/Destroying/Removing a vehicle identification number
  • Permit off-road vehicle to be driven – no insurance
  • Fail to meet vehicle safety standards
  • Make false statement

As a result of this investigation, both accused’s have been held in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Bail Court in Kenora to answer to the above charges.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Christian NGWALE Was Arrested

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after two-vehicle collision.

On June 16, 2024, at 5:19 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to Highway 401 and Veterans Memorial Parkway in the City of London, for the report of a collision involving two vehicles.

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

As a result, Christian NGWALE, a 28-year-old of Kingston, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Dangerous operation

·      Resist Peace Officer

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 August 8, 2024.

There were no injuries reported.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Bradley DAVIS Arrested Following Collision

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after vehicle leaves roadway and rolls.

On June 13, 2024, at 7:17 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Middlesex London Paramedic Service and Thames Centre fire were dispatched to Hamilton Road in Thames Centre, for the report of a single vehicle that left the roadway, entered the ditch and rolled.

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

As a result, Bradley DAVIS, a 48-year-old of Ingersoll, 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 July 30, 2024.

Both occupants were treated at scene for minor injuries.

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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Douro-Dummer OPP Police Press Releases

School Bus Collision

(DOURO-DUMMER TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and emergency crews responded to a collision involving a school bus and a minivan on Thursday June 20, 2024.

On Thursday June 20, 2024, at approximately 4:30pm, the Peterborough County OPP were dispatched to a collision at Highway 28 and Centre Road in Douro-Dummer Township. The report was that a school bus and a minivan had collided and that the school bus had rolled on its side. As a precaution, ORNGE Air was tiered, and EMS was dispatched. Passing motorists stopped to assist and it was determined that there were no children on the bus.

The bus had been travelling southbound on Highway 28 when the driver of the minivan, who was westbound on Centre Road, went through the stop sign without coming to a stop causing the bus to collide with it. Both vehicles only had the driver on board.

Only minor injuries were reported.

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Taiotorake KING – Impaired, Assault

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – An individual was taken into custody after erratic driving observed by police.

On June 19, 2024, at approximately 10:55 p.m., the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol when a pick-up truck brought attention to the officer on Main Street in Hagersville.

A traffic stop was conducted and upon speaking with the driver, it became obvious they had consumed alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest, but immediately became resistant.

The accused was subdued by officers and transported to the OPP detachment for testing.

As a result of the investigation, 29-year-old Taiotorake KING from Ohsweken was charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Assault with Intent to Resist Arrest

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on July 16, 2024.

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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases

Drunk Driver Arrested Following Collision

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after minor collision in Middlesex Centre.

On June 13, 2024, at 6:21 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to Ilderton Road in Middlesex Centre, for the report of a vehicle that struck a parked vehicle.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Ingrid BYDGEN, a 50-year-old of Middlesex Centre, 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 August 12, 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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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Ernesto FRIESEN – Drunk Driving

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after vehicle catches fire in Thames Centre.

On June 13, 2024, at 5:33 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with members of the Thames Centre Fire department were dispatched to the report of a vehicle fire on Putnam Road in Thames Centre.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Ernesto FRIESEN, a 24-year-old of Aylmer, 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 August 13, 2024.

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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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Ryan VAN WIEREN Was Arrested

(BRANT, ON) – On June 20, 2024, at approximately 9:44 p.m., a Brant County OPP officer on general patrol observed a black pickup truck traveling northbound on Brant Road at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was recorded traveling at 165 km/h in a posted 80 km/h zone.

The officer initiated a traffic stop and conducted a Standardized Field Sobriety Test, determining that there was alcohol in the driver’s system. The officer then proceeded with an Approved Screening Device test, which the driver failed.

The driver, identified as Ryan VAN WIEREN, a 37-year-old from St. George, was subsequently arrested and charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – 80 plus
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Stunt Driving – Excessive Speed
  • Speeding – 165 km/h in a posted 80 km/h zone
  • Drive Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor: Liquor Licence and Control Act.

VAN WIEREN was released with a court date set for Friday, July 5, 2024, at 9:00 AM at 44 Queen Street in Brantford. His driver’s license was suspended for stunt driving, and he received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS). Additionally, the vehicle was impounded for 14 days.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Iqbal SINGH Was Arrested Again

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation.

On June 20, 2024, shortly after 2:30 a.m., Caledon OPP responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle on Plummer Road, near Station Road, in the Town of Caledon. Officers attended and met with the driver. During the investigation, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operation a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

Iqbal SINGH, 51, of Brampton, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol

• Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

• Failure to comply with release order

• Failure or refusing to comply with demand

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on July 11, 2024, to answer to the charges. The vehicle was impounded for a period of 45 days.

Simply put, the best way to avoid impaired driving is to not take a chance. Plan another way home:

• Have a designated driver

• Use public transit

• Call a friend or family member for a ride

• Call a taxi or ride share

• Stay overnight

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Harrow OPP Police Press Releases

4 Found Dead In Harrow

(HARROW, ON) – The Essex Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently engaged in a death investigation in Harrow.

Officers were called to a residence on County Road 13 at approximately 1:30 p.m. on June 20, 2024, where they located four deceased individuals.

While the cause of death and their identities cannot yet be confirmed, investigators believe there is no imminent threat to public safety, although the OPP reminds all members of the public to be aware of their personal safety at all times.

Postmortem examinations will be conducted at the Centre of Forensic Sciences in London.

The investigation by the Essex County OPP Crime Unit is continuing under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services, and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service.

 The investigation is in its early stages and no further details can be released at this time. Residents of the area should expect to see a large police presence for the next several days.

Any person with information regarding this investigation should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Minto OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Travis Willard WAND: Murder & Kidnapping

(TOWN OF MINTO, ON) – The Wellington County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a third individual in connection with the kidnapping and homicide of Jason BROWN.

On March 12, 2019, the body of Jason John BROWN, 43 years old of Kitchener, was located in the Oshawa area of Durham Region.

As a result of the investigation, Travis Willard WAND, 30 years old of Wellington North, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·       First Degree Murder, section 235(1)

·       Assault with a Weapon, section 267 – two counts

·       Kidnapping, section 279(1)(a)

·       Theft Over $5,000 – Motor Vehicle, section 333.1 (1)

·       Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000, section 354(1) – two counts

·       Obstruct Justice, section 139(1) – two counts

The accused is currently in custody and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on September 21, 2024. 

The Wellington County OPP Crime Unit continues to investigate under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch and with the assistance of the OPP Biker Enforcement Unit.

Anyone with any information in relation to this investigation is asked to call the Wellington County OPP 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.csgw.tips, where you may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

Wellington OPP Weekly Update

(COUNTY OF WELLINGTON, ON) – Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has consolidated and streamlined notable traffic offences with a single release.

On April 4, 2024, a member of the Wellington County OPP was monitoring traffic on Wellington Road 7, Mapleton. At approximately 2:45 p.m., the driver of a grey Sport Utility Vehicle (S.U.V.) was stopped. As a result of the investigation, a 32-year-old driver from Mildmay, was charged with Operate a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance contrary to the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act (C.A.I.A.) and with Use Plate Not Authorized for Vehicle contrary to the Highway Traffic Act (H.T.A.). The defendant was scheduled to appear in provincial offences court – Guelph, on July 3, 2024.

On April 5, 2024, a member of the Wellington County OPP was monitoring traffic on Highway 6, Puslinch. At approximately 1:00 p.m., the driver of a black Sport Utility Vehicle (S.U.V.) was stopped. As a result of the investigation, a 47-year-old driver from Waterloo, was charged with Driving While Under Suspension contrary to the Highway Traffic Act (H.T.A.). The defendant was scheduled to appear in provincial offences court – Guelph, on July 17, 2024.

On April 5, 2024, a member of the Wellington County OPP was monitoring traffic on St Andrew Street East, Fergus. At approximately 6:15 p.m., the driver of a grey sedan was stopped. As a result of the investigation, a 38-year-old driver from Durham, was charged with Driving While Under Suspension and Fail to Yield to Traffic on Through Highway, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act (H.T.A.). The defendant was scheduled to appear in provincial offences court – Guelph, on July 10, 2024.

On April 5, 2024, a member of the Wellington County OPP was monitoring traffic on Princess Street, Mount Forest. At approximately 6:45 p.m., the driver of a black pick-up trucked was observed stunting. As a result of the investigation, Grayson BROOKS, 22-years-old from Wellington North, was charged with Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration 80 Plus contrary to the Criminal Code. Further, the accused was also charged with Drive Motor Vehicle Perform Stunt and Young Driver – B.A.C. above zero, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act (H.T.A.). The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on April 16, 2024.

On April 6, 2024, at approximately 12:30 a.m., Wellington County OPP responded to a report a suspicious vehicle on Fifth Line, Centre Wellington. It was reported that a drive was asleep in a driveway. As a result of the investigation, Michael Anthony FOX, 49-years-old of Guelph/Eramosa, was charged with Operation While Impaired and Failure to Comply with Demand, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on June 11, 2024.

On April 6, 2024, a member of the Wellington County OPP was monitoring traffic on Highway 6, Wellington North. At approximately 8:15 a.m., the driver of a grey sedan was stopped. As a result of the investigation, a 19-year-old driver from Arthur, was charged with Operate a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance contrary to the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act (C.A.I.A.) and with Speeding and Drive Motor Vehicle, No Currently Validated Permit, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act (H.T.A.). The defendant was scheduled to appear in provincial offences court – Guelph, on July 17, 2024.

On April 6, 2024, a member of the Wellington County OPP was monitoring traffic on Elora Street South, Harriston. At approximately 11:15 a.m., the driver of a black sedan was stopped. As a result of the investigation, a 26-year-old driver from Harriston, was charged with Operate a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance contrary to the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act (C.A.I.A.). Further, the driver was also charged with Driving while Under Suspension and Use Plate Not Authorized for Vehicle, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act (H.T.A.). The defendant was scheduled to appear in provincial offences court – Guelph, on July 17, 2024.

On April 6, 2024, a member of the Wellington County OPP was monitoring traffic on South Broadway Street, Belwood. At approximately 2:30 p.m., the driver of a brown coupe was stopped. As a result of the investigation, a 64-year-old driver from Lynden, was charged with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt, Excessive Speed contrary to the Highway Traffic Act (H.T.A.). The defendant was scheduled to appear in provincial offences court – Guelph, on July 17, 2024.

On April 6, 2024, a member of the Wellington County OPP was monitoring traffic on Woodlawn Road West, Guelph. At approximately 8:00 p.m., the driver of a blue sedan was stopped. As a result of the investigation, a 30-year-old driver from Guelph, was charged with Driving While Under Suspension contrary to the Highway Traffic Act (H.T.A.). The defendant was scheduled to appear in provincial offences court – Guelph, on July 17, 2024.

On April 6, 2024, at approximately 10:45 p.m., Wellington County OPP received a traffic complaint on Wellington Road 109, Wellington North. It was reported the driver of a grey S.U.V. was driving erratically. As a result of the investigation, Brandy L. MILLER, 51-years-old from Palmerston, was charged with Operation While Impaired , Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration 80 Plus and Dangerous Operation, contrary to the Criminal Code. Further, the accused was also charged with Drive Motor with Unsealed Container of Liquor contrary to the Liquor Licence Control Act (L.L.C.A.) The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on April 19, 2024.

*Anyone charged with Operation while Impaired – B.A.C. 80 Plus (mgs of alcohol in 100mL of blood) or Failing to Comply with Demand receives a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment as per statute.

*Anyone charged with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt receives a 14-day impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension as per statute.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested – Names Released

(PERTH COUNTY, ON) – A number of drivers have been charged following impaired driving investigations throughout Perth County, and some are thanks to the public.

Just before 4:30 a.m. on June 9,2024, a Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer conducted a traffic stop on Henry Street, in the Municipality of West Perth. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was administered and as a result, and the driver was taken into custody for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Jamie MOTT, 38, of West Perth, has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

–      Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on July 8, 2024, to answer to the charges.

Just after 12:30 a.m. on June 13, 2024, a motor vehicle was observed travelling on Line 71, in the Municipality of North Perth, when it appeared to evade police by pulling into a rural laneway. The homeowner assisted with detaining the driver, who was arrested by police shortly after and transported to an Operations Centre for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Shawn SKINNER, 23, of Stratford, has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

–      Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

–      Obstruct Peace Officer

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on July 15, 2024, to answer to the charges.

Following a traffic complaint from a member of the public just before 1:30 a.m. on June 14, 2024, police located the motor vehicle in question shortly after, on Queen Street, Atwood, in the Municipality of North Perth. The driver was displaying signs of impairment and was arrested. They were transported to an Operations Centre for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Donna HOPPER, 60, of North Perth, has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

–      Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on July 8, 2024, to answer to the charges.

On June 16, 2024 at approximately 2:30 a.m., a Perth County OPP officer on patrol observed a motor vehicle hit a parked vehicle on Ontario Road at St. George, in Mitchell, Municipality of West Perth. The driver was displaying signs of impairment and was arrested.

As a result of the investigation, John NOVAK, 67, of Embro, was charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

–      Possession of a Schedule I Drug – Other Drugs

–      Careless Driving

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on July 29, 2024, to answer to the charges.

On June 17, 2024, just after 8:00 p.m., a Perth County OPP officer stopped an All-Terrain Vehicle on Road 150, in the Municipality of West Perth, as the driver was observed to be not wearing a helmet. During the investigation, the operator refused an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand, and was placed under arrest.

As a result of the investigation, Cole KELLY, 34, of Perth East, was charged with:

–      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

–      Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code

–      Fail to Wear Proper Helmet

–      Drive Motor Vehicle – Not Equipped with Ignition Interlock Device

–      Driver Fail to Surrender License

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on July 15, 2024, to answer to the charges. The ATV was impounded for 45 days.

*Anyone charged with Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus) or Failing to Comply with Demand receives a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment as per statute.

The Perth 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. Anyone with information about this, or any investigation, is asked to contact the Perth County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *677 via cell phone.

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.