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Mapleton OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision

(TOWNSHIP OF MAPLETON, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently investigating a double fatal collision near Drayton.

On April 14, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Wellington County OPP responded to a three-vehicle collision at the intersection of Twelfth Line and Sideroad 16, Mapleton. It was reported that a white coupe, a silver mini van and a red pick-up truck hauling a trailer and were involved.

The lone occupant of the white coupe, an 18-year-old male from Mount Forest, and a passenger in the pickup truck, a 44-year-old female from Alma, were both pronounced deceased at scene. A 13-year-old passenger from the pickup was airlifted to a trauma centre with life-threatening injuries. The three other occupants in the pickup were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. The three occupants in the min van did not require immediate medical attention.

The intersection remained closed into the night while reconstructionists examined the collision. The office of the Chief Coroner was notified and attended the scene. The cause of the collision is still under investigation and anyone with information related to it is asked to call 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Peterborough Police Press Releases

More Drunk Drivers Taken Off The Road

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made four separate arrests related to impaired driving over a three day period..

On April 12, 2024, at approximately 10:30pm, the Peterborough County OPP responded to a report of a single motor vehicle in the ditch that was reported on Fallis Line in Selwyn Township. The vehicle left the roadway driving across the front lawn of a residence, narrowly missing striking the house. The driver made attempts to drive off the lawn only to create deep ruts and getting the vehicle stuck in the ditch. The driver, realizing that the vehicle was now stuck, fled the scene prior to police arrival. Officers arrived on scene and after patrolling the area, located the driver walking a short distance away. While officers spoke with the driver, an odour of alcohol was detected as well as signs of impairment. As a result of the investigation, the driver was arrested.

Andy VARDON-ELEMENT (age 28) of Peterborough, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

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 June 4, 2024.

On April 13, 2024, just shortly after 3:30pm, Peterborough County OPP officers were called to a business in Havelock after a bystander observed a vehicle that had struck the building while attempting to park. The driver was located unconscious in the vehicle. Police, Fire and EMS were dispatched to the location to ensure the well-being of the driver. Officers arrived on scene and quickly observed signs of impairment as well as an odour of alcohol coming from the breath of the driver. The driver was transported to hospital to attend to some minor injuries and was arrested.

Debra LEVERE (age 64) of Havelock, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

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 14, 2024.

On April 14, 2024, just after 2:30am, Peterborough County OPP officers received a call in relation to a single motor vehicle collision that occurred on County Road 8 in Douro-Dummer Township. A passerby advised that they had seen the damaged vehicle and approached it only to find the driver unconscious behind the wheel. It was at that point they call 911. Peterborough County OPP officers arrived at scene to find a heavily damaged vehicle that had gone off the road possibly flipping multiple times prior to coming to a stop on all four wheels. Officers spoke to the now conscious driver and quickly observed signs of impairment as well as an odour of alcohol coming from the breath of the driver. As a result of their investigation, the driver was arrested.

Dawson ENGLISH (age 20) of Asphodel-Norwood, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Having Care or Control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

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

·      Possess more than one licence

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 June 4, 2024.               

On April 14, 2024, just prior to 8:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop on Poplar Plains Drive in the Cavan-Monaghan Township. Upon speaking with the driver officers detected possible signs of impairment. Officers read the driver the Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand, the driver provided a sample of their breath and as a result was arrested.

Eric SORENSEN (age 35) of Cavan-Monaghan Township, ON, was arrested and charged with:

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

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 21, 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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Killaloe OPP Police Press Releases

Mathew CLARKE Was Arrested

(KILLALOE, ON) – Police have laid impaired charges on a driver after responding to a report of a vehicle collision.

On April 13, 2024, just after 9:00 p.m., members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single vehicle collision involving a pickup truck on 60 Highway in the Township of South Algonquin.

As part of the investigation the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing. As a result of the investigation, 38-year-old Mathew CLARKE of Angus was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Impaired Operation; and,
  • Over 80 mgs of Alcohol per 100 ml of Blood.

The accused was further charged with driving with no licence, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act and having open liquor, contrary to the Liquor Licence Act and issued a summons to appear in court.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on May 8, 2024, Ontario Court of Justice, Pembroke. The accused’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle towed and impounded. No reported injuries.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

David REIMER Was Arrested

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

At approximately 11:12 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County and Oxford County Detachments responded to and investigated a single-vehicle collision at a location on Colonel Talbot Road in Middleton, Norfolk County. No injuries were reported.

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

Charged with the following alleged offences is 21-year-old David REIMER of Norfolk County:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Young driver – B.A.C. above zero,
  • Dangerous operation.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe on Tuesday, May 14, 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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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

Road Rage: Daniel VANDERWERF Arrested

(LENNOX & ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – The Lennox and Addington (L&A) County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), has charged a male with multiple weapons charges after a road rage incident.

On April 14, 2024, shortly before 8:00 p.m., L&A County OPP were dispatched to a reported firearms call. The caller was reporting a road rage incident where a male pointed a hand gun at them and fired a shot at their vehicle. Based on the sound the caller believed the firearm to be a BB gun, but could not verify. Police located the suspect vehicle a short time later. The male driver was arrested and a bb gun was seized by police.

As a result of this investigation, OPP has Daniel VANDERWERF, age 56, of Stone Mills, with:

  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Imitation firearm – use while committing offence
  • Discharge air gun or pistol with intent
  • Dangerous driving

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on June 18, 2024.

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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

WARNING: Hydro Poles

(LENNOX & ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – The Lennox and Addington (L&A) County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), attended two separate collisions involving the vehicles hitting a hydro pole.

On April 14, 2024, shortly before 8:30 a.m., L&A County OPP responded to a single vehicle collision on County Road 1 just west of Jim Kimmett Blvd. Police, Fire, and Paramedic Services all responded. The vehicle had left the roadway entering the ditch and rolled over striking a hydro pole. The only occupant of the vehicle was transported to hospital with major injuries. The collision scene was held for several hours resulting in a partial road closure. The investigation is continuing, no charges have been laid.

On April 14, 2024, shortly after 10:30 a.m., L&A County OPP responded to a single vehicle collision on Emerald 40 foot Road on Amherst Island. When police arrived the Fire Department was already on scene. The vehicle had left the roadway after trying to avoid a deer and struck a hydro pole. The only occupant of the vehicle had minor injuries. The collision scene was held until the hydro pole was stabilized and the vehicle was removed. No charges were laid.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Justin EIKELENBOOM Was Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a male driver with a weapons related charge.

On April 11, 2024 just before 9:00 p.m., officers of the Orillia OPP were on patrol in the area of Colborne Street West in the City of Orillia when a motor vehicle was observed driving erratically, drawing the officers attention.

Officers initiated a traffic stop and spoke with the male driver. Through investigation, officers were able to determine the driver was providing a false identity, therefore he was subsequently arrested. A search was conducted which revealed a prohibited weapon.

As a result, Justin EIKELENBOOM 28-year-old, of the City of Orillia has been charged with:

  • Possession of Prohibited device contrary to section 88 of the Criminal Code of Canada (CCC)
  • Obstruct Peace Officer contrary to section 129 (a) CCC
  • Driving while under suspension contrary to section 53(1) of the Highway Traffic Act

Members of the Orillia 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.

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Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases WFP

19 Year Old From Kincardine Arrested

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On April 13, 2024, at 4:47 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a single motor vehicle collision along Bruce Road 86 in Huron-Kinloss.

The driver was found to have been drinking alcohol. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests.

Ryan BYTHEWAY, 19-years-old, from the Municipality of Kincardine was charged with:

  • 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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OPP Petrolia Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Craig NESBITT Arrested

(PETROLIA, ON) – The Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual after a fail to remain collision on Petrolia Line in Petrolia.

On April 13, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m.., police responded to a two-vehicle collision on Petrolia Line between Tank Street and First Avenue. It was reported that a vehicle struck a pickup truck and left the scene. The occupants of the pickup truck that remained on scene were not injured.

On April 14, 2024, an individual was arrested at the Petrolia OPP Detachment.

As a result, Craig NESBITT, 50 years of age from Petrolia has been charged with:

·        Dangerous operation S.320.13(1) CC

·        Fail to remain S.200(1)(a) HTA

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Sarnia on May 14, 2024.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

70 Year Old Arrested After Leaving Bar

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – A local driver was arrested with refusing to provide a breath sample after leaving a local bar.

On April 11, 2024, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on general patrol when they stopped a vehicle to check the driver’s sobriety after leaving a bar on Philip Walk in Elliot Lake.

Police stopped the white pick-up truck and spoke to the driver. The driver was provided plenty of opportunity to provide a sample of breath but refused to do so. The uncooperative driver was arrested and the pick-up truck was subsequently towed and impounded.

Raymond CARRIERE, 70-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with – Failure or refusal to comply with demand.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on June 13, 2024.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thessalon

Repeat Offender Arrested Again After Death Threats

(THESSALON, ON) – One person was arrested and charged after police were called to a neighbour dispute on Federation Street in Thessalon.

On April 11, 2024, at approximately 4:30 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to the residential property. The complainant reported a neighbour attended their property and threatened to kill them with a tire iron in hand. Police also later learned that the person was on probation with release conditions. 

James HEMBRUFF, 38-years-old, of Thessalon was arrested and charged with:

  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order

The accused was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Sault Ste. Marie on April 12, 2024. 

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Officer Assaulted By Victim After Police Claim “It’s not our problem”

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – One person was arrested and charged after assaulting a police officer while in the lobby of the Elliot Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment.

On April 10, 2024, at approximately 10:00 p.m., a person attended the OPP detachment demanding assistance with a non-police matter. When officers attempted to help, the person became irate, unreasonable, and assaulted an officer. 

Daryl LEGREE, 39-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with – Assault Peace Officer.

The accused was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on April 11, 2024.

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Erin OPP Police Press Releases

Couple Brutally Attacked By ATV Operators

(TOWN OF ERIN, ON) – Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently seeking the publics help in identifying two All Terrain Vehicle (A.T.V.) riders who assaulted and threatened a couple on the Cataract Trail in Erin.

It was reported that on April 5, 2024, just before 8:00 p.m., a small, red A.T.V. was trespassing on a section of trail near Stanley Park. They approached a couple on the trail and a 60-year-old male was assaulted. The victim and his 54-year-old spouse fled to a vehicle where one assailant continued to threaten the couple. The male required treatment for his injuries.

One suspect is described as male, tanned, average height, with black, thinning hair, bald spot, and a light beard. He was wearing a camo jacket, grey hoodie, and white shoes. The second suspect was described as male wearing a blue parka and dark pants. See attached photo.

Any person with information regarding this occurrence should contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Kapuskasing OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – SUTHERLAND & GAUVIN

(KAPUSKASING, ON) – Two separate arrests made by the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) on April 5, 2024, led to drug trafficking charges in Kapuskasing.

On April 5, 2024, shortly before 9:00 p.m., the James Bay OPP responded to an unwanted person call at a business on Cain Avenue. Police attended and arrested the subject of the complaint on an unrelated arrest warrant.

Police performed a search incident to arrest and seized drugs suspected to be fentanyl, and crystal methamphetamine (see attached photo.)

As a result of this investigation, Faith SUTHERLAND, 23-years-of-age, of Kapuskasing, was charged with the following:

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid

·        Enter premises when entry prohibited

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 13, 2024 in Kapuskasing.

Earlier that same day, April 5, 2024, shortly after 3:00 p.m., the James Bay OPP responded to a call reporting an assault that had reportedly occurred on March 30, 2024. The suspect in the case was located and arrested for the assault, and during a search incident to arrest, police seized drugs suspected to be methamphetamine.

As a result of this investigation, Joey GAUVIN, 51-years-of-age, of Kapuskasing, was charged with the following:

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

·        Possession of a schedule I substance – methamphetamine

·        Assault causing bodily harm

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 29, 2024 in Kapuskasing.

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James Bay OPP Police Press Releases

94 Domestic Assault Cases In James Bay Last Month #EndTheAbuse

(JAMES BAY REGION, ON) – In the month of March 2024, members of the James Bay Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have investigated a total of 94 occurrence related to intimate partner violence.

Within the four detachments that make up the James Bay cluster, the Cochrane office investigated 18, Hearst 17, Kapuskasing 21, and Moosonee 38 occurrences. Of the 94 investigations, 33 resulted in criminal charges. 

Victims in abusive relationships are not alone. If you are in an abusive relationship or know someone who is, there are local resources here to help. A toll-free call can be placed to the Cochrane District Victim Services 24-hour crisis line at 1-877-264-4208 for assistance and guidance.