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Moose Cree First Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Hit & Run – Suspect(s) At Large

(MOOSE CREE FIRST NATION, ON) – The James Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is renewing its call for the public’s assistance in an ongoing death investigation in Moose Factory.

On November 7, 2023, at approximately 3:00 a.m., Nishnawbe-Aski Police Service (NAPS) responded to a report of an injured person on Jaban Street. When police arrived on scene, 21-year-old Loni CHUM was located with life-threatening injuries and transported to hospital by ambulance, where she later succumbed to her injuries.

The death is believed to be the result of a fail-to-stop collision, involving a motor vehicle and a pedestrian.

The investigation is continuing under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch. Anyone who may have witnessed this incident or has any information is urged to come forward. Every piece of information, regardless of how insignificant it may seem, could be crucial.

The OPP and NAPS request that any person with information should immediately contact the OPP at 1-8

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Marks Markstay-Warren OPP Police Press Releases

Naveen JACOB Arrested – Details Released

(MARKSTAY-WARREN, ON) – One person was arrested and charged for impaired driving after police responded to a two-vehicle collision.

On March 31, 2024, shortly after 9:00 p.m., Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 17, Markstay-Warren.

One driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported by ambulance to an area hospital with minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Naveen JACOB, 34 years-of-age, from Sherbrooke, Quebec, was charged with, operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs, and dangerous operation.

The accused was release and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on May 1, 2024, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wawa WFP

$28,000 Drug Bust – One Death – Five Arrested

(WAWA, ON) – On March 28, 2024, shortly before 10:00 a.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a serious two-vehicle collision on Highway 17 approximately 30 kilometres south of Wawa. One person was confirmed deceased as a result of the collision.

During the investigation, one of the vehicle occupants was found to be in possession of a loaded handgun. A subsequent search of the vehicle yielded a large amount of suspected Fentanyl, valued at over $28,000. As a result, criminal charges have been laid on all occupants of the vehicle.

Tafary CHURCH, 21 years-of-age, of North York was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of loaded prohibited firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of prohibited device
  • Possession of firearm contrary to prohibition order
  • Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid
  • Fail to comply with probation order – three counts

Hanad HASSAN, 18 years-of-age, of Scarborough was arrested and charged with: 

  • Possession of loaded prohibited firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of prohibited device
  • Possession of firearm contrary to prohibition order
  • Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid
  • Fail to comply with probation order – two counts

Tyler MANBAUMAN, 21 years-of-age, of North York was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of loaded prohibited firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of prohibited device
  • Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid

The accused persons were remanded into custody for bail hearings, and remain in custody.

Sarah WAYEZI, 21 years-of-age, of Toronto was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of loaded prohibited firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of prohibited device
  • Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in May 2024.

A 17-year-old from Etobicoke was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of loaded prohibited firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of prohibited device
  • Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid
  • Fail to comply with undertaking – two counts
  • Fail to comply with release order – two counts

The youth accused was remanded into custody for a bail hearing, and remains in custody. The identity of the accused is protected under provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

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Norfolk OPP

Fatal Collision

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Police are investigating the details of a collision that resulted in the loss of one individual’s life and left another individual hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

At approximately 11:13 a.m. on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment, with assistance from the Norfolk County Fire Department and Norfolk County Paramedic Services, responded to a collision involving two vehicles at the intersection of Highway 24 and Concession 13 Townsend in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

As a result, one of the drivers, a 90-year-old resident of Norfolk County, was transported to a nearby hospital with severe life-threatening injuries and was later pronounced deceased. The other driver was also transported to a nearby hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening.

Highway 24 between Windham Road 12 and Thirteenth Street West is expected to remain closed for the next several hours.

The West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team is assisting with the investigation and encourages individuals with pertinent information to contact the Norfolk County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online tip at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

Updates will be provided as soon as new information becomes available.

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Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands OPP Police Press Releases

James HAMMER – Drunk Driving

(NORTHEASTERN MANITOULIN AND THE ISLANDS, ON) – Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for erratic driving, which resulted in the arrest of the driver.

On March 31, 2024, shortly after 4:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting general patrol on Water Street in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands. Police observed a motor vehicle driving in an erratic manner and conducted a traffic stop. 

Upon speaking with the driver, police were able to determine the driver had consumed alcohol beverages. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, James HAMMER, 36-years-old, from New Liskeard has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on April 16, 2024.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

Drug Bust – 9 Arrested

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged nine people following the execution of a search warrant in Quinte West.

On April 3, 2024, at approximately 05:00 a.m., the OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) assisted by the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), Emergency Response Team (ERT) and members of the Quinte West Detachment, executed a search warrant at a residence on King Street, Trenton, as part of a drug trafficking investigation. As a result, nine people were arrested resulting in cash, ammunition, suspected cocaine, fentanyl and methamphetamine being confiscated.

Brian CALLADINE, 46 years old from Bancroft, Olivia KARGUS, 32 years old and Jonathan SPRADBROW, 35 years old from Quinte West were charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin)

Tanya COOPER, 45 years old and Dana PARKER, 40 years old from Quinte West were charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

John CLARKE, 51 years old from Quinte West was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 – in Canada

Brenda BANKS, 36 years old from Quinte West was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

John MCDADE, 35 years old from Quinte West was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order
  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

Brian CALLADINE, Tanya COOPER, Olivia KARGUS and Dana PARKER were released from custody and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on a future court date. The other five accused were held for a bail hearing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwold

2 Sent To Hospital Following Collision – One Arrested

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

On Aprill 3, 2024, at approximately 7:30 a.m., emergency services including members of the Elgin County OPP (St. Thomas Detachment) responded to a rear-end collision involving two passenger vehicles on Sunset Road near Talbotville Gore Road, Township of Southwold.

The investigating officer observed signs of impairment from the driver of the vehicle which collided with the rearend of the other vehicle. This individual was taken into custody without incident.

Both involved drivers were transported to a local hospital by Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for minor, non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Steven HEWITT, a 47-year-old from Iona was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on April 30, 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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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Another OPP Detachment Gets Their 4 Drunk Drivers #QuotaFilled #Big4AndOnly4

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

On March 28, 2024, just after 1:00 p.m., officers from the Dufferin OPP were dispatched to attend a motor vehicle collision in the area of HWY 10 and Broadway in the Town of Orangeville. Officers located the vehicle and driver a short time later and were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation. 

Richardo MARTINEZ, a 24-year-old male, from Toronto has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

•      Failure to stop after accident

On March 29, 2024, just before 1:00 p.m., officers from the Dufferin OPP were conducting seatbelt enforcement in the area of HWY 89 and HWY 10 in the Town of Mono. Officers noticed a traffic violation and were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation. 

Graham REDSHAW, a 28-year-old male, from Oakville has been charged with:

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

On March 30, 2024, just after 7:00 p.m., officers from the Dufferin OPP were conducting mobile patrol when they observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed on CTY RD 11 in the Township of Amaranth. Officers located the vehicle and driver a short time later after they had fled the scene and were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation. 

Shane FIZZARD, a 38-year-old male, from Grand Valley has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

•      Flight from peace officer

•      Dangerous operation

•      Traffick in Schedule I substance- Cocaine

•      Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform stunt – Excessive speed

•      Fail to remain

•      Speeding 50+ Km/h over posted limit

•      Red light – fail to stop

On March 31, 2024, just before 2:30 a.m., officers from the Dufferin OPP were conducting mobile patrol when they observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed on HWY 89 in the Township of Melancthon. Officers conducted a traffic stop and were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation. 

Adam MANGAL, a 38-year-old male, from Niagara Falls has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

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.

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Assignack OPP Police Press Releases

Suspended Drunk Driver Arrested

(ASSIGINACK, ON) – The Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in Assiginack Township, which led to the arrest of the driver.

On March 28, 2024, shortly after 11:00 p.m., the Manitoulin OPP was conducting general patrol on Highway 6 in Assiginack Township. Police conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle for a Highway Traffic Act violation.

Upon speaking with the driver, police were able to determine that the driver had a suspended licence and had consumed alcoholic beverages. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Patrick SHEAN, 40-years-old, from Little Current has been charged with:

  • Driving while under suspension – two counts
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused is schedule to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on May 7, 2024.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Hit & Run – Wayne Taylor Arrested

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment and the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation on April 02, 2024.

On April 02, 2024 at approximately 8:24 pm, officers responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver, while officers were responding the driver struck another motor vehicle and continued to drive. Members conducted a traffic stop on the reported motor vehicle and arrested and charged the driver.

Wayne Taylor 60 years old of Kirkfield was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration 80 plus
  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Fail to Remain
  • Possess Unmarked Cigarettes

The accused are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia at a later date. The motor vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 days.

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OPP Parry Sound Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – PASTOOR, PENDER & KIMEWON

(PARRY SOUND, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged three people with drug related offences after a traffic stop on Hillcrest Avenue in Parry Sound.

On April 2, 2024, just before 11:00 p.m. officers stopped the vehicle for a sobriety check and observed open alcohol in the vehicle. A subsequent search of the vehicle resulted in officers locating suspected cocaine and MDMA with an estimated street value of over $5,000 as well as over $1100 in Canadian currency.

As a result of the investigation Jacob PASTOOR 29-year-old from Seguin was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – other drug
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Driver fail to surrender licence
  • Having care and control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

Ashley PENDER, 34-years-old from Seguin was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – other drug

Both accused persons were released and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on May 30, 2024.

Savana KIMEWON, 22-years-old from Parry Sound was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – other drug
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000.00

The accused was held for bail and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on April 3, 2024.  

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OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases

3 Arrested After Running From Police

(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – As a result of a call for service involving a theft from a gas bar in Wellington County, three individuals have been arrested and charged.

On April 1, 2023, members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were advised by Wellington OPP of a motor vehicle that fled from a theft at a gas bar on Wellington Road 109.

Police located the vehicle in Caledon in where three suspects fled on foot. Ultimately all three parties were located in this joint police effort.

Kulwant Singh BAJWA, a 26-year-old from Brampton has been charged with:

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

·      Obstruct Peach Officer

·      Possession Break In Instruments

Ramanjot Singh DHILLON, a 23-year-old from Windsor has been charged with:

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

Surinder Sidhu SINGH, a 25-year-old from Brampton has been charged with:

·     Possession Break In Instruments

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

As a result of the investigation the following was recovered:

·      Black Hyundai Elantra

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville, to answer to the charges.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation of any other criminal activity is asked to contact Dufferin OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also submit your information online at https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West WFP

Wanted Person Captured & Released Again #WTF

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a report of drug use in Trenton.

On April 1, 2024 at approximately 4:00 p.m., Quinte West OPP received a report of drug use on King Street, Trenton. Officers located the individual, who provided a false name. Upon identification, it was determined that the male was wanted by Coburg Police. As a result of the subsequent arrest and search, suspected crystal methamphetamine and morphine were seized.

Joseph, VELEKE, 33 years old of Quinte West has been charged with:

  • Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (other than heroin)

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on April 19, 2024. The male was then transported to the Coburg Police Service for the execution of the warrant.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Jonathan LAPIER Arrested – Details Released

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system assists officer in stopping and charging a driver from London.

On March 31, 2024, at 2:22 p.m., a Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) member, while on general patrol on Elginfield Road in Thames Centre, was alerted by the Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system, of a possible suspended driver.

A traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver was suspended and was placed under arrest without incident.

As a result, Jonathan LAPIER, a 50-year-old of London, has been charged under Criminal Code, the Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court (two counts)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Fail to surrender insurance card

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on May 22, 2024, to speak to the charges. 

The In Car Camera and ALPR have been operating in Middlesex County OPP vehicles since March 13, 2023. Middlesex OPP officers continue to see drivers operating vehicles that do not have valid, registered licence plates, are currently driving unlicenced, while under suspension or prohibited.

Although vehicle owners are not required to purchase a validation sticker for their vehicle, licence plates are still required to be renewed annually or bi-annually. The Middlesex OPP wants you to know that driving a vehicle with expired validation carries a set fine of $110.

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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Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands OPP Police Press Releases

Douglas JENSEN Arrested & Facing Numerous Charges

(NORTHEASTERN MANITOULIN AND THE ISLANDS, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged following a traffic stop on Highway 6.

On March 31, 2024, shortly after 7:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol on Highway 6 in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands. Police conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle for a Highway Traffic Act violation.

Upon speaking with the driver, police were able to determine the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Douglas JENSEN, 45-years-old from M’Chigeeng First Nation has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Drive motor vehicle, no plates
  • Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero
  • Improper number plate light
  • Permit use of plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Drive motor vehicle, no permit

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on April 23, 2024.

The driver received a 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.