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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Dakota STEPHENS – Drunk Driving

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual is facing charges following an investigation into an incident of impaired driving in Waterford.

At approximately 2:02 p.m. on Sunday, June 9, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated a single-vehicle collision on Duncombe Road in Waterford, Norfolk County. No injuries were reported.

After assessing the driver’s sobriety at the roadside, they were taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 29-year-old Dakota STEPHENS of Norfolk County:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, July 2, 2024.

If you observe a driver you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Killaloe OPP Police Press Releases

Trevor RECOSKIE – Threats

(KILLALOE, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged with criminal threats.

On June 4, 2024, just before 3:30 p.m., members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a residence on Palmer Road in theTownship of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan.

As a result of police investigation, 45-year-old Trevor RECOSKIE of Palmer Rapids has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

         uttering threat – cause bodily harm (two counts).

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, Pembroke on July 24, 2024.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Reuben SAMPSON Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into an incident of impaired driving.

At approximately 7:08 p.m. on Sunday, June 9, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a 9-1-1 call about a suspected impaired driver on Harbour Street in Port Dover, Norfolk County.

Shortly afterwards, the responding officers located the vehicle in question on Lynn Valley Road in Woodhouse, Norfolk County.

After assessing the driver’s sobriety at the roadside, they were taken into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 41-year-old Reuben SAMPSON of Norfolk County:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, June 25, 2024.

If you observe a driver you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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North Perth OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Xavier RAITHBY Was Arrested

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged one person following two separate thefts that occurred in the Municipality of North Perth.

On May 27,2024, the Perth County OPP began investigating following a break and enter to a community organization on Main Street West, in Listowel, during which items were stolen from the organization. Further, in a separate incident, a bicycle was stolen from a business in Listowel on June 4, 2024.

Xavier RAITHBY, 21, of North Perth, has been charged with:

–      Break, Enter a Place – Commit Indictable Offence

–      Theft Under $5,000

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on July 22, 2024, to answer to the charges.

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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Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Dennison DOXTATER – Drunk Driving

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Suspicious vehicle leads to arrest of an impaired driver.

On June 8, 2024, at 1:02 a.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police and Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were travelling on Ballpark Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation and observed a suspicious vehicle at the Oneida Community Centre.

A traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. A Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) was utilized at roadside. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Dennison DOXTATER, a 19-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, 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.

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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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Lawrence TITUS Was Arrested

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint near Fowlers Corners over the weekend. Through investigation the driver was arrested and charged with Impaired Driving offences and additional charges.

Lawrence TITUS, 35-year-old of SELWYN township was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired-alcohol and drugs

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·      Dangerous operation

In addition to the charges, the drivers received a 90-day licence suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days

Another traffic complaint over the weekend in Fenelon Falls lead to an investigation where the 17-year-old youth driver was arrested and charged with Impaired Driving offences and additional charges.

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

·      Novice driver- B.A.C above zero

·      Young driver- B.A.C above zero

·      Drive motor-vehicle-perform stunt

In addition to the charges, the drivers received a 90-day licence suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 14 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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Ryan HETHERINGTON Charged Following Collision

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with refusal after single vehicle collision on Highway 401.

On June 8, 2024, at 7:11 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Highway 401 Westbound in Thames Centre, for the report of a single vehicle collision, involving a motorcycle.

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

As a result, Ryan HETHERINGTON, a 31-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The operator suffered minor injuries.

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.

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 Toronto

Impaired Driver Closes 401

(TORONTO, ON) – Members of the Toronto Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) laid multiple Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act charges against a commercial motor vehicle driver who was involved in a collision and impaired by alcohol.

On June 9, 2024 at approximately 6:46 a.m., Toronto OPP officers responded to a single vehicle collision involving a commercial motor vehicle on Highway 401 eastbound, east of Bayview Avenue. A witness reported seeing the tractor trailer swerve across all lanes, strike the concrete median and then jackknife across all lanes. As a result of the collision the highway was closed for approximately 11 hours due to the investigation and clean-up.

Shubham GHAI, a 28-year-old male from Calgary, Alberta is charged with the following offences:

1)   Impaired operation – alcohol and drugs

2)   Possession of a schedule 1 substance – opioid

3)   Failure or refusal to comply with a demand

4)   Drive commercial motor vehicle in contravention of conditions

5)   Fail to surrender insurance card

The accused was held for a bail and remanded into custody.

The OPP is committed to keeping the highways, waterways and trails throughout Ontario safe for everyone. 

If you suspect a driver or boater is impaired please call 9-1-1 to report.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Jake EDWARDS Arrested After Hit & Run

(KINCARDINE TWP, ON) – On June 8, 2024, at 4:03 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a collision on Highway 9 near Sideroad 10 in the Municipality of Kincardine.

The involved driver fled on foot but was quickly located by officers. The driver displayed signs of impairment. Officers believed that the driver was impaired and placed under arrest. Witness’ in the area report the driver was operating the motor vehicle aggressively just prior to the collision.

Jake EDWARDS, 34-years-old, from the Township of Huron- Kinloss was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand.
  • Dangerous operation
  • Fail to remain at the scene of a collision.
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OPP Police Press Releases Portland

Fatal Structure Fire

(PORTLAND, ON) – TheLeeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating the death of cyclist on the shoulder of a County Road.

On June 8, 2024, shortly after 10:00 a.m., members of the OPP were dispatched to County Road 42, near Settlement Road, after several concerned citizens came to the aid of the 71 year-old from Ottawa, who appeared to have fallen off their bicycle.

Leeds OPP have ruled out a collision. It was determined the person was projected over the front of their bicycle after a foreign object entered the front wheel and brought the bicycle to an abrupt stop.

The Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service have since taken charge of the investigation.

The roadway had closed during the investigation, but has since re-opened.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Another Pedestrian Run Down

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating a failed to remain collision on Coleraine Drive.

On June 8, 2024, just after 3:00 a.m., Caledon OPP responded to a collision on Coleraine Drive involving a pedestrian and a white transport truck. The pedestrian was transported by land to a Toronto-area trauma centre where injuries were determined to be serious but not life-threatening. The vehicle failed to remain.

Coleraine Drive between Parr Boulevard and George Bolton Parkway 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 905-584-2241 or 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 Police Press Releases Quinte West

3 Arrested In Drug Bust

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – Three people face drug trafficking charges after the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) seized illegal drugs from a residence in Quinte West.

On June 5, 2024, the East Region Community Street Crime Unit, assisted by Quinte West OPP and the OPP Canine Unit, executed a search warrant on Sidney Street. Officers located a quantity of suspected cocaine and psilocybin, along with items typically associated with drug trafficking. Two adults and one youth were arrested at the scene. 

Shannon BROOKS, age 35 of Quinte West, has been charged with the following: 

  • Possession of a Schedule III substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Fail to comply with probation order

Courtney GILROY, aged 20 of Quinte West, has been charged with the following:

  • Possession of a Schedule III substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Failure to comply with release order

A 17-year-old, whose name cannot be released under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule III substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Fail to comply with sentence – two counts

All parties will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Belleville to deal with their matters. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Walkerton WFP

Matthew SWITZER & Mark FLYNN Arrested In Walkerton

(WALKERTON, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two impaired drivers in Walkerton. One driver was arrested as a result at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint, the second driver officer was spotted on patrol by an officer.

On June 7, 2024, members of the South Bruce OPP were conducting a RIDE checkpoint in Walkerton in the Municipality of Brockton. At approximately 12:50 a.m., police stopped a vehicle to check the sobriety of the driver, they were displaying signs of impairment. The driver was placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests.

Matthew SWITZER, 22-years-old, from the Municipality of Brockton was charged with:

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

On June 7, 2024, at approximately 3:28 a.m., a driver was stopped by a member of the South Bruce OPP on patrol on Victoria Street South in Walkerton in the Municipality of Brockton. The driver displayed signs of impairment.

Mark FLYNN, 37-years-old, from the Municipality of Brockton was charged with:

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

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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Mildmay OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Pride/Grooming Flag Stolen From School

(MILDMAY, ON) – South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a theft of a PRIDE flag at Sacred Heart School in Mildmay.

On Wednesday June 5, 2024, at approximately 11:55pm, an individual entered the Sacred Heart School property located at 18 Peter Street South, Mildmay in the Municipality of South Bruce and stole the PRIDE flag that was raised and attached to a flagpole.

Video surveillance is being reviewed and police are continuing to investigate. Police are asking for the public’s assistance in reviewing home video footage at that date and time. 

The OPP want to remind the public that if they see anything suspicious to please contact police immediately. If anyone is found committing acts of theft, appropriate charges will be laid.

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 Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Drug Bust – 2 Arrested

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – Police arrested and charged two people with drug related offences.

On June 6, 2024, members from the Community Street Crime (CSC) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), executed a Controlled Drug Substance Act (CDSA) search warrant at a residence on King Street, West Nipissing.

A search of the residence led to the seizure of drug paraphernalia, Canadian and U.S. currency, digital scales, air gun and drugs suspected to be fentanyl, methamphetamine, opioid and cocaine.

As a result of the investigation, two people have been arrested, Chantel DUCHANE, 42-years-of-age, from West Nipissing and Darcy YOUNG, 32-years-of-age from Garden Village Nipissing First Nation, both were charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – three counts
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
  • Production of anything for use in, production of/trafficking in, schedule I or schedule III substance

Both accused were released and are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on August 3, 2023, in North Bay.