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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – 2 Arrested – Names Released

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two individuals for drug trafficking and drug possession related offences.

On April 4, 2024, at about 2:00 p.m., Orillia OPP officers responded to a call for service regarding reports of drug activity at an address in the City of Orillia. Upon arriving at the location officers commenced their investigation and identified several individuals who were present. 5 individuals were arrested and officers continued the investigation. Two individuals were charged at the conclusion of the investigation.

As a result of the investigation, the following was seized:

  • Fentanyl 5.3 grams
  • Cocaine 22 grams
  • 69 medication tablets
  • Scales, packaging
  • Cell phone

Cathy DELONG, 42-years-old, of Orillia, has been charged with:

·      Trafficking schedule 1 substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of schedule 1 substance – opioid (other than heroine)

·      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges at a later date in May 2024.

Adam NORWOOD, 37-years-old, of Oro-Medonte, has been charged with:

·      Possession of schedule 1 substance – opioid (other than heroine)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges at a later date in May 2024.

Members of 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 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

8 Drivers Arrested – Names Released

(Orillia, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Rama Police Service have arrested and charged 8 individuals with impaired operation related charges in the past 6 days.

On March 29, 2024, at about 5:45 a.m., officers from Orillia OPP responded to a complaint of a noisy vehicle parked in the area of Walker ave in the City of Orillia. An Officer attended and discovered the vehicle to be running and an individual occupying the drivers seat. As a result of the investigation, it was determined the individual was impaired by alcohol. The individual was then arrested.

As a result, Trevor DASTOUS, 24-years-old, from Orillia has been charged with:

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

On March 29, 2024, at about 11:59 p.m., officers from Orillia OPP were dispatched to a traffic complaint where it was reported that individual had left an Orillia establishment impaired and drove away in a vehicle. Information led officers to respond to a separate establishment where the vehicle and individual in question were located. The resulting investigation led police to determine the individual was operating the vehicle while impaired by alcohol.

As a result, Bryce FITZROY, 25-years-old, from Washago has been charged with:

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

On March 31, 2024, at about 2:30 a.m., officers from Rama Police Service were conducting a RIDE program in the area of Rama Rd in Rama. During the RIDE program a vehicle was checked by officers and the driver spoken to. As a result of this interaction the individual operating the vehicle was found to be impaired by alcohol and arrested shortly after.

As a result, Austin BARTON, 21-years-old, from Oro-Medonte has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired-blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired-alcohol and drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance – cocaine

On April 1, 2024, at about 10:36 p.m., officers from Orillia OPP were dispatched to a report of a vehicle that had gone into the water at the end of West St S in the City of Orillia. Simcoe County Paramedics and Orillia Fire also responded. The uninjured driver of the vehicle was brought shore by paramedics and firefighters. Officers commenced their investigation and determined the driver was impaired by alcohol. This individual was then arrested.

As a result, Cory WILKINSON, 36-years-old, from Orillia has been charged with:

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

On April 2, 2024, at about 3:25 a.m., officers from Orillia OPP were dispatched to a report of an impaired individual occupying a vehicle at an address in the City of Orillia. Officers responded to find the vehicle had departed. As the investigation continued the vehicle and individual were located at a separate address a short time later. It was determined the individual operating the vehicle was impaired and was subsequently arrested.

As a result a 19-year-old female, from Orillia has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired-alcohol and drugs

On April 3, 2024, at about 2:26 a.m., an officer from the Orillia OPP was conducting proactive traffic enforcement in the area of Highway 11 in the City of Orillia. During this proactive activity the officer conducted a traffic stop. During the traffic stop the officer determined the driver of the vehicle was impaired by alcohol.

As a result, Shane STILLWELL, 29-years-old, from Ramara has been charged with:

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

All persons in these unrelated investigations are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges at a later date in April 2024. As a result of these charges each of their driver’s licences has been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicles impounded for a period of 7 days.

Orillia OPP also posted a news release on March 29 2024 in which two persons were arrested and charge for impaired driving offences. In the span of 6 days 8 individuals have been arrested for a total of 15 criminal charges in Orillia OPP and Rama Police Service detachment areas. Impaired driving comes with significant penalties for those arrested and potentially even worse consequences for those behind the wheel and other motorists on our highways. If you are drinking, don’t drive. If you are consuming drugs, don’t drive. Plan ahead:

  • have a designated driver,
  • call a taxi or;
  • stay the night.

Members of 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 suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases WFP

Man Slaughtered – Two Arrested

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges in connection with the death of a 27-year-old male from the Pembroke area.

On July 23, 2023, members of the UOV OPP responded to assist Renfrew County Paramedics at a residence on Pembroke Street East in the City of Pembroke. Officers located Chance TURCOTT deceased at the location.

Following an extensive investigation, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB), and in collaboration with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Services, two people have been arrested.

Donald Wesley SULLIVAN, age 35 of Pembroke, was arrested March 19, 2024, and Taylor HEIN, age 37 of Ottawa, was arrested April 3, 2024. Both have been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) offences:

  • Manslaughter – Section 236 (b) CC
  • Trafficking in a schedule I substance – fentanyl – Section 5(1) CDSA

The accused persons remain in custody following bail hearings on April 4, 2024, at the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Pembroke. SULLIVAN is scheduled to appear again on April 9, 2024. HEIN is scheduled to make another appearance on April 18, 2024.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP at 613-732-3332 or Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or at valleytips.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwold

Sarah EMONS – Drunk Driving

(SOUTHWOLD, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin County (St. Thomas) Detachment has charged an individual following a collision investigation.

On April 4, 2024, at approximately 7:55 a.m., members of the Elgin County OPP (St. Thomas Detachment) initiated a single-vehicle collision investigation near Argyle Street and Lanark Street, Township of Southwold.

It was determined that sometime overnight a passenger vehicle travelling on Argyle Street, left the roadway, and entered a nearby creek. The driver of the vehicle left the location at the time of the collision but returned to the scene the following morning, operating another vehicle, and spoke with police.

While speaking to the driver, the investigating officer observed signs of intoxication and a roadside approved screening device (ASD) test was administered, registering a failure. The driver was taken into custody and transported to the Elgin County Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Sarah EMONS, a 45-year-old from Southwold was charged with:

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

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on April 30, 2024.

No injuries were reported.

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 Picton Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision

(PICTON, ON) – Members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continue to investigate a collision on Main Street Monday.

On April 1, 2024, shortly before 3:00 p.m., officers responded to a single vehicle collision on Main Street near Paul Street. Information obtained stated the 71-year-old driver was unconscious. The individual was transported to hospital where they were pronounced deceased. Preliminary information shows the individual had a medical episode prior to the collision.

While responding to the collision, a police cruiser was struck on its driver side. There were no injuries to either driver.

OPP would like to remind drivers to be aware of emergency vehicles responding to emergencies. Vehicles are directed to pull to the right when directed by emergency crews or vehicles.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Middlesex WFP

Another Strangling – Name Withheld To Protect Abuser From Public Backlash #EndTheAbuse

(SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Middlesex County, has charged an individual following an intimate partner violence investigation.

On April 4, 2024, at 1:12 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to an address in Southwest Middlesex, for the report of an assault in progress.

As a result of the investigation, a 50-year-old of Middlesex County, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Assault Cause Bodily Harm – Choke, suffocate or strangle

·      Assault – Spousal

·      Assault

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date to speak to the charges.

Victims of domestic violence are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Middlesex-London.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

Douglas MERRITT – Drunk Driving

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a local person with impaired driving in Bracebridge, ON.

On April 1, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers were flagged down by a member of the public in a parking lot on Wellington Street near Monck Road in Bracebridge. The witness described their concerns about the driving and then later behaviour of the driver of a vehicle in the parking lot.

Officers located the driver and subsequently arrested and charged 21-year-old Douglas MERRITT of Huntsville, ON with Impaired Operation by Drug CC 320.14(1)(a). He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on April 30, 2024 to answer to his charge.

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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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender With Manchette Arrested Following Foot Chase

(LENNOX & ADDINGTON COUNTY) – Officers of the Lennox and Addington (L&A) County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person after the execution of a search warrant.

On April 2, 2024, shortly after 1:00 p.m., the OPP Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad attended a residence on Queen Street in Tyendinaga Township looking for a male who was breaching his conditions. The male fled the scene carrying a machete. After a brief foot pursuit, the male was arrested without incident and the machete was seized. Officers of the Lennox and Addington (L&A) County Detachment along with the East Region Community Street Crime Unit executed a search warrant at the residence. Police seized a loaded shotgun, two rifles, a prohibited magazine, and various ammunition.

As a result of this investigation, OPP has Joseph DUNKLEY, age 36, of Tyendinaga, with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm – three counts
  • Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device, or ammunition – three counts
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm – three counts
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Fail to comply with release order – other than attend court – five counts
  • Mischief under $5000
  • Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to probation order – seven counts
  • Possession of a firearm knowing serial number had been tampered with

The accused was held for a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee at a later date. 

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

Jason GROVES – Death Threats, Firearm

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one man after responding to a disruption at a local motel in Bracebridge.

On April 4, 2024 at 12:20 a.m. Bracebridge OPP officers were dispatched to a disturbance at a motel located on Manitoba Street in Bracebridge. Officers attended and conducted an investigation into the cause of the noise and subsequently arrested and charged 45-year-old Jason GROVES of Bracebridge with the following:

  • Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm CC 264.1(1)(a)
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon CC 91(2)
  • Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order CC117.01(1) X 2

He was held in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge for a bail hearing on April 4, 2024.  

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

BRANICKI & PAWLOWSKI Arrested – Details Released

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two people with shoplifting from a local retail store on Depot Drive in Bracebridge.

On April 3, 2024 at 3:30 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers were dispatched to a home improvement store located on Depot Drive after an off-duty officer became aware of the suspicious behaviour of two men in the store. The suspects eventually made their way out of the store with a considerable amount of stolen goods and were soon located by responding officers. Store employees were able to retrieve the stolen items and return them to the store.

Police have charged 52-year-old Marek BRANICKI and 20-year-old Dariusz PAWLOWSKI, both of Mississauga, ON with Theft Under $5000 CC 334(b). They will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on April 30, 2024 to answer to their charges.  

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OPP Police Press Releases Smooth Rock Falls WFP

Teens Arrested For Throwing Rocks At Hwy 11 Traffic

(SMOOTH ROCK FALLS, ON) – Police arrested two young persons for throwing rocks at vehicles on Highway 11.

On March 30, 2024, shortly before 9:00 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 911 call reporting someone throwing rocks at vehicles on Highway 11, near the Mattagami River Bridge in Smooth Rock Falls.

The caller’s commercial motor vehicle (CMV) had been hit by a rock, and sustained damage to the windshield.

As a result of the investigation, two 14-year-old persons, both from Smooth Rock Falls, were arrested and charged with mischief – destroys or damages property.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 18, 2024 in Smooth Rock Falls. The OPP will not be releasing the name of the accused persons under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

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London OPP Police Press Releases

Blitz Proves OPP Ignoring 50-100 Seatbelt Infractions Every Day #OppDoYourJob

(LONDON, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) West Region charged nearly 200 drivers for failing to wear a seatbelt during the Easter long weekend traffic campaign.

The campaign, which ran from March 29, 2024, until April 1, 2024, focused on seatbelt compliance.  West Region officers conducted over 3200 traffic stops during the long weekend, which was the highest number of traffic stops of any OPP Region in Ontario. Here’s a snapshot of the campaign results:

  • 194 seatbelt charges
  • 1559 speeding charges (most speeding charges laid of any OPP Region in Ontario)
  • 40 stunt driving/racing charges 
  • 27 distracted driving charges
  • 29 impaired driving charges

A driver can be charged and face a fine between $240-$1,000 and two demerit points if they or any of their passengers under the age of 16 are not wearing a seatbelt or secured in a proper child car seat. 

As a driver, wearing your seatbelt and ensuring all vehicles occupants are buckled up gives you, your family and other passengers your best chance of surviving a collision and reducing injuries.  

Conducting seatbelt law enforcement and public education forms an important part of the OPP’s commitment to reducing fatalities and injuries on our roads.  

The OPP wish to thank drivers who made safety a priority for themselves, their passengers and their fellow motorists by driving responsibly.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

Mass Beatings – Victims & Public Demanding Repeat Abusers Names Be Released, Police Say NO #EndTheAbuse

(COUNTY OF WELLINGTON, ON)

On March 4, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an Intimate Partner Violence (I.P.V.) investigation in the Town of Minto. As a result of the investigation, a 32-year-old male from Palmerston, has been charged with two counts of Spousal Assault, and Utter Threats to Cause Death contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

On March 5, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Guelph-Eramosa. As a result of the investigation, a 41-year-old male from Guelph, has been charged with Failure to Comply with Probation Order and Failure to Comply with Release Order . The accused was held for bail. 

On March 6, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Centre Wellington. As a result of the investigation, a 61-year-old male from Fergus, has been charged with Voyeurism. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date. 

On March 6, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Town of Minto. As a result of the investigation, a 32-year-old male from Palmerston has been charged with Failure to Comply with Undertaking contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused was held for bail.

On March 10, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Centre Wellington. As a result of the investigation, a 28-year-old male from Brampton, has been charged with Spousal Assault, Mischief under $5000, and Cruelty to Animals, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

On March 13, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Centre Wellington. As a result of the investigation, a 56-year-old male from Erin, was charged with Criminal Harassment and Disobey Order of Court, contrary to the criminal code. The accused was held for bail.

On March 17, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Centre Wellington. As a result of the investigation, a 31-year-old male from Fergus, has been charged with Spousal Assault, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

On March 19, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Wellington North. As a result of the investigation, a 28-year-old male from Alliston, has been charged with Spousal Assault and Assault Cause Bodily Harm, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

On March 27, 2024, Wellington County OPP entered into an I.P.V. investigation in the Township of Center Wellington. As a result of the investigation, a 29-year-old male from Fergus, has been charged with three counts of Spousal Assault, Michief Under, and Overcome Resistance by Attempting to Choke, contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

Victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources listed below that are available to help:

·       Victim Services Wellington: 519-824-1212

·       Sexual Assault / Domestic Violence Care and Treatment Centre: 519-837-6440

·       Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis: 519-836-1110 or 1-800-265-7233

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

OPP Detachment Gets 5 Drunk Drivers – Names Released #QuotaPassed

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged five different motorists with alcohol related offences between March 27and March 30, 2024.

On March 27, 2024, Caledon OPP officers were conducting a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) spot check near Highway 410 and Valleywood Boulevard, in the Town of Caledon. Just after 11:00 p.m., a vehicle entered the area and officers subsequently formed grounds that driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and they were arrested.

As a result, Harsis TIWANA, 32, of Mississauga, was charged with:

·        Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused was held in police custody for a bail hearing, to answer to the charges.

On March 28, 2024, shortly after 10:30 p.m., officers located a two-vehicle collision on Highway 10, near The Grange Sideroad, in the Town of Caledon. No injuries were reported. During the course of the investigation, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Karl TUBERA, 25, of Mississauga, was charged with:

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

·        Novice driver – blood alcohol concentration above zero

On March 29, 2024, just before 3:00 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop while patrolling the area of Charleston Sideroad and Airport Road, in the Town of Caledon. Officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result, Koree WAIT, 32, of Milton, was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·        Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available

On March 29, 2024, just before 7:00 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop while patrolling the area of Mayfield Road and Chinguacousy Road, in the Town of Caledon. Officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result, Aleena ARSHAD, 34, of Brampton, was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·        Novice driver – blood alcohol concentration above zero

On March 30, 2024, just before 3:00 a.m., Caledon OPP received a report from a motorist expressing concern as to how a motor vehicle was being operated. Officers located the vehicle on Airport Road, near Old School Road, in the Town of Caledon. Officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result, Andre BROWN, 29, of Hamilton, was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

Four of the five drivers have been scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 18, 2024, to answer to their charges. Additionally, all five drivers had their vehicles impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licence suspended for a period of 90 days.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Drivers continue to take chances. It’s simply not worth the risk. Motorists are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Masked Gunmen Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have recently charged four individuals with numerous offences.

On March 24, 2024, at approximately 12:30 a.m., Caledon OPP responded to a weapons-related call for service in the area of Beech Grove Sideroad and Horseshoe Hill Road, in the Town of Caledon. Officers received information that four masked individuals armed with firearms were outside of a private residence. Officers attended the location promptly and took four suspects into custody without incident or injury.

Investigators identified two suspects as:

·        Angad GOSAL, 18-year-old from Brampton

·        Bhavjit SANDHU, 18-year-old from Brampton

The other two suspects were identified as 16-year-old Brampton residents. Their identities will be withheld under the provision of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

All four suspects have been charged will the following:

·        Disguise with intent

·        Carrying concealed weapon

·        Imitation firearm – use while committing offence

·        Break, enter a place – commit indictable offence

·        Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose

The accused parties are set to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville at a later date to answer to the charges.

The Caledon OPP considers this an isolated incident and there is no threat to public safety.