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OPP Police Press Releases Tiny

Stephanie SMITH Was Arrested

(TINY TOWNSHIP, ON) A driver is facing impaired charges after the classic car they were operating left the roadway and struck a group of trees in Tiny Township last evening.

At around 7:45 p.m. on April 22, 2024, members of the Southern Georgian Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police(OPP) arrived on the scene of a single motor vehicle collision on Rue Lafontaine East in the Township of Tiny. Police located the vehicle, a 70’s era Chevrolet Corvette with extensive damage (see photo), lodged in a forest approximately 25 metres off the roadway.

The driver was spoken to and received care from Simcoe County Paramedics. While investigating, officers gathered grounds to believe that the driver had been consuming alcohol. The driver was arrested and transported to detachment to provide breath samples.

As a result of this investigation, Stephanie SMITH, 50 years Penetanguishene, Ontario was charged with the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code:

  • Operation while Impaired
  • Operation over 80 Milligrams

The accused was released to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland at a later date. When charged with impaired driving, the driver’s license of the accused is suspended for 90 days and the vehicle they were operating is impounded for 7 days.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Justin DESJARLAIS Was Arrested

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – A traffic stop has resulted in one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.

On April 23, 2024, just after 2:20 a.m., members of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) initiated a traffic stop on a motor vehicle in the area of the 900 Block of Fifth Street East in the Town of Fort Frances.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Fort Frances OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Justin DESJARLAIS, 29-years-old, of Alberton Township, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·      Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on June 10th, 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 under the influence of alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Kari WOOD Was Arrested

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – A traffic stop has resulted in one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.

On April 22, 2024, just after 2:30 p.m., members of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) initiated a traffic stop on a motor vehicle in the area of the 400 Block of Second Street East in the Town of Fort Frances.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Fort Frances OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Kari WOOD, 54-years-old, of Fort Frances, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·      Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on June 3rd, 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 under the influence of alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two drivers over the weekend with impaired driving.

On April 19, 2024 at 10:00 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers were dispatched to attend a commercial parking lot on Wellington Street near Monck Road in Bracebridge after a vehicle was seen scraping along another vehicle in an apparent attempt to park. Officers attended and subsequently arrested and charged 19-year-old Shane HOULE of Port Carling, ON with Impaired Operation CC 320.14(1)(a) and Over 80 CC 320.14(1)(b). He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on May 14, 2024 to answer to his charges.

On April 21, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a concern from a member of the public about a driver’s well-being after they pulled into a service centre on Highway 11 North in Gravenhurst. Officers arrived and arrested and charged 41-year-old Kendra HISSON of New Tecumseth, ON with Impaired Operation CC 320.14(1)(a) and Over 80 CC 320.14(1)(b). She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on May 28, 2024 to answer to her charges.

Information from concerned and attentive members of the public is key in efforts to take impaired drivers off the road and create safer driving conditions for everyone. The consequences for impaired driving in the province of Ontario, beyond the criminal charge, includes a 90 day drivers license suspension and a 7 day vehicle impound.

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North Huron OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Repeat Offender Arrested Near Wingham

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Kenilworth resident with Prohibited Driving offences, along with other charges following a traffic stop on April 4th, 2024. 

On Thursday, April 4th, just after 12:00 p.m., Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop for a suspected prohibited driver on Amberley Road, just outside of Wingham, in the Township of North Huron.  

The investigating officer confirmed that the male driver was prohibited from driving under the Criminal Code and was subsequently placed under arrest and taken into custody. The accused was further found to be violating a term of his probation along with two separate driving suspensions.

Wayne FERRIS, 34 years of age from Kenilworth has been charged with:

–      Operation while Prohibited – (two counts),

–      Fail to Comply with Probation Order.

The accused was additionally charged with two counts of Driving while under Suspension – Highway Traffic Act.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for 45 days.

The accused was held for a bail hearing and now has a court appearance scheduled for May 13th, 2024, at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Smiths Falls

Gregory BRADFORD Was Arrested

(SMITHS FALLS, ON) – A Smiths Falls resident faces charges after incidents including threats and vandalism.

The Smiths Falls Police Service requested assistance April 19, 2024, from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) after an individual had made threats against two members of the police service and committed multiple acts of vandalism in the form of graffiti.

Members of the OPP East Region Community Street Crime Unit and Lanark OPP Crime Unit began an investigation which resulted in an arrest warrant being issued. On April 20, 2024, officers, assisted by members of the OPP ROPE (Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement) Squad made an arrest in Ottawa.

 Gregory BRADFORD, age 28, has been charged with:

  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm – two counts
  • Criminal harassment
  • Intimidation of a justice system participant
  • Mischief under $5000 – four counts

The accused remains in custody. The bail hearing is scheduled to continue before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on April 23, 2024.

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OPP Otonabee-South Monaghan Police Press Releases

Martin NDUNG’U Was Arrested

(OTONABEE-SOUTH MONAGHAN TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver has been charged with impaired after being stopped due to their erratic driving. 

On April 15, 2024, just shortly after 8:30pm, a Peterborough County OPP officer was patrolling westbound on Highway 7 in Otonabee-South Monaghan Township when they observed a vehicle ahead swerve nearly striking a transport that was directly beside it. The officer activated that emergency lighting on their cruiser to conduct a traffic stop and after a short period of time, the vehicle pulled to the shoulder. The officer approached the diver and after a short conversation, read them the Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand. The driver provided a sample of their breath and as a result was arrested. Upon arrest, containers of alcohol were found to be within reach of the driver.

Martin NDUNG’U (age 47) of East York, ON, was arrested and charged with:

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

·      Drive motor vehicle with liquor readily available

·      Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor

·      Unsafe Move – lane or shoulder

·      Fail to surrender insurance card

·      Fail to stop – nearest edge of roadway – for emergency vehicle

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on May 28, 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.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

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

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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(LENNOX & ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – Officers of the Lennox and Addington (L&A) County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged two other drivers with impaired driving, bringing the total to five impaired drivers charged over the weekend.

On April 21, 2024, shortly before 6:00 p.m., officers from the L&A County OPP responded to a call of a single vehicle collision with a lone male occupant on Beechwood Road by Drive In Road. When police arrived Paramedic Services was already on scene. The male was transported to hospital as a precautionary measure. The male suffered minor injuries from the collision. Police arrested the male at the hospital for impaired driving. The male became violent and assaulted police.

As a result of this investigation, L&A County OPP has charged Thomas MARK, age 66, of Napanee, with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Assault a peace officer – three counts

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on May 7, 2024. The accused’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

On April 22, 2024, shortly before 3:00 a.m., officers from the L&A County OPP responded to a call of an unwanted female in a residence who was being assaultive. Police attended and located the female in a vehicle outside of the residence. Police arrested the female for impaired driving and assault

As a result of this investigation, L&A County OPP has charged Skylar LAPPAN, age 25, of Loyalist, with:

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

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on May 14, 2024. The accused’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

William HARRIS Was Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into a shoplifting incident.

At approximately 12:41 p.m. on Sunday, April 21, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated a theft at an address on Queensway East in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that an individual entered a business, concealed a quantity of alcohol on their person, and attempted to leave without paying.

The responding officers located the individual inside the premises and took them into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 56-year-old William HARRIS of Oxford County:

  • Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting.

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

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OPP Police Press Releases Warwick

Matthew MACLEAN Was Arrested

(WARWICK, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation as a result of traffic stop.

On April 20, 2024, at 11:29 p.m., a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while travelling on Quaker Road in Warwick Township, performed a traffic stop on a vehicle for a Highway Traffic Act violation.

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

As a result, Matthew MACLEAN, a 25-year-old of Thedford, has been charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act and Liquor Licence Control Act with:

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

·      Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

·      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

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 May 28, 2024.

The Lambton 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. 

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Enniskillen OPP Police Press Releases

Elijah NOLAN Was Arrested

(ENNISKILLEN, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation as a result of traffic stop.

On April 20, 2024, at 1:49 a.m., a member of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while travelling on Mandaumin Road in Enniskillen Township, observed a suspicious vehicle and initiated a traffic stop.

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

As a result, Elijah NOLAN, an 18-year-old of Wyoming, 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 May 14, 2024.

The Lambton 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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OPP Police Press Releases Southgate

David Baynton Was Arrested

(SOUTHGATE, ON) – On April 22, 2024, at 6:52 a.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report that a credit card was stolen out of a vehicle on Main Street East in Dundalk.

Police spoke with the victim who advised that the credit card was stolen out of the vehicle and used in multiple locations to purchase items. The police were able to obtain video surveillance from businesses that the card was used at.

Police have arrested and charged 54-year-old David Baynton of Southgate with to following offences:

·      Possession property obtained by crime under $5000

·      Use credit card data

The accused was released and to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on May 23, 2024.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Mathew LAIR Was Arrested

(BRANT, ON) – On April 18th, 2024, at approximately 11:06 a.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to investigate fraudulent activity at a business on Grand River Street in Paris.

Members of the business advised the OPP that an individual had attended the financial institution to open an account. Upon request for identification documents, the complainant suspected that the documents provided were fraudulent.

Upon investigation, Police have arrested a charged 48-year-old, Mathew LAIR, from Peterborough with the following offences:

–      Possession of an identity document.

–      Use, deals, acts on forged document.

The accused was released and is to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on June 6, 2024, to answer to the charges.

If you or someone you know may be a victim of fraud, please contact the Ontario Provincial Police. The Brant County OPP urges anyone with information about this fraud to please contact the Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 with any relevant information. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.crimestoppers-brant.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases St Clair

Roger NEWBY Was Arrested

(ST. CLAIR TOWNSHIP, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after member of the public reports traffic complaint of possible impaired driver.

On April 19, 2024, at 7:43 p.m., members of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint on 40 Highway in St. Clair Township, for the report of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle was located, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

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

As a result, Roger NEWBY, a 56-year-old of Courtright, 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 May 14, 2024.

The Lambton 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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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers with impaired operation related offences this past weekend.

On April 20, 2024, just before 9:00 p.m., officers from the Dufferin OPP were conducting traffic enforcement in the area of CTY RD 16 in the Township of Amaranth. Officers noticed a traffic violation and were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation. 

Charles SWAN, a 38-year-old male, from Beeton has been charged with:

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

On April 21, 2024, just after 12:00 a.m., officers from the Dufferin OPP were dispatched to a traffic complaint in the area of Victoria Street in the Town of Shelburne. Officers located the vehicle and driver a short time later and were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation. 

Andrew ROY, a 56-year-old male, from Wellington North has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

•      Mischief – renders property dangerous, useless, inoperative or ineffective

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville to answer to the charges. Their driver’s licence was suspended, and the vehicle was impounded.

Dufferin OPP continues to conduct traffic enforcement daily as drivers who are impaired by alcohol or drugs and who drive at excessive speeds continue to pose a threat to Ontario roads. We are committed to the safety of our community.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorist 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 have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.