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Area OPP Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

OPP Kill One In Kincardine – SIU Invokes Silence & Mandate

(KINCARDINE, ON) – The province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate following an incident in the Municipality of Kincardine.

On Saturday, February 21, 2026, at approximately 5:50 p.m., members of the South Bruce Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attempted to arrest an individual who had been involved in multiple incidents earlier in the day across South Bruce and Huron County.

Officers with the OPP Emergency Response Team and the Canine Unit located the individual at a residence on the Bruce Saugeen Townline in the Municipality of Kincardine. During the interaction, police discharged their firearm. As a result, the individual was pronounced deceased.

As the SIU has invoked its mandate, the OPP will not be able to provide further information. Any inquiries relating to the SIU investigation should be directed to SIU Communications at [email protected].

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

Alex THOMSON – Drunk Driving

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged another driver with impaired driving.

On Friday, February 20, 2026 just before 11:00 p.m., a Bracebridge OPP officer who was on patrol in the town of Gravenhurst, observed a vehicle on Muskoka Road South in the town of Gravenhurst that was concerning. The officer conducted an investigation and subsequently arrested and charged 31-year-old Alex THOMSON of Cambridge with Impaired Operation – Over 80. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on April 7, 2026 to answer to his charge.

If you suspect someone is driving a vehicle of any kind while impaired, please call 9-1-1. Police will make every effort to locate the involved vehicle and conduct an investigation, many times, these investigations result in charges and removing impaired drivers from Muskoka roads.

For more information on impaired driving, please visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

Erin KRAWETZ Was Arrested

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged three people with drug possession after a traffic stop in Bracebridge during the early morning hours.

On Saturday February 21, 2026 at 3:15 a.m., a Bracebridge OPP officer was conducting proactive patrols in the town of Bracebridge when a vehicle caught their attention and the officer initiated a traffic stop. As a result of their investigation, police arrested and charged 43-year-old Erin KRAWETZ of Bracebridge, ON with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance- Cocaine
  • Operation while prohibited
  • Driving while under suspension

She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on May 12, 2026 to answer to her charges.

Police have also charged 27-year-old Ashton CARNEGIE, of Bracebridge, and 54-year-old Robert MEEKS, of Washago, each with Possession of schedule I Substance – Cocaine. They will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on May 12, 2026 to answer to their charges.

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Huntsville OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Violent Robbery – Laura NIMMONS Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police have arrested and charged one individual with Robbery and other Criminal Offences after an early morning call for service.

On February 21, 2026, at around 1:20 am, members from the Orillia OPP responded to a call for service of an unwanted person at a business on Atherley Road, in the City of Orillia. Upon responding, the complainant advised that there was a patron in the business who alleged they would use a weapon against them if they did not provide them with alcohol or cigarettes. Officers arrived on scene immediately and located the suspect, who resisted arrest. They were ultimately transported to the Orillia OPP Detachment, where they repeatedly made comments about wanting to kill the officers involved.

As a result of the investigation, Laura NIMMONS (41) of Huntsville, is facing the following charges:

–      Robbery with Violence (CC),

–      Mischief – destroys or damages property (CC),

–      Uttering Threats – Cause death or bodily harm x2 (CC), and

–      Resist Peace Officer (CC)

The accused is being held for a bail hearing on today’s date before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia. No weapons were located on their person or utilized during the offence.

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Roland WHITE – Drunk Driving

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a South Huron resident with impaired driving offences following a traffic stop in the Town of Exeter, Municipality of South Huron. 

Just after 10:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop on Thames Road West and subsequently arrested the vehicle driver for impaired operation.

The accused provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician at the Huron County OPP detachment in Clinton. Breath samples provided to police resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Roland WHITE, 52 years-of-age from South Huron has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The vehicle involved was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on February 23, 2026. 

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OPP Police Press Releases South Huron West Perth

Christopher JOHNSTON – Drunk Driving

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a West Perth resident with an impaired driving offence following a traffic stop in the Town of Exeter, Municipality of South Huron. 

Just after 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop on Orchard Street and determined the vehicle driver had consumed alcohol prior to driving. The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation.

The accused provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician at the Huron County OPP detachment in Clinton. Breath samples provided to police resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Christopher JOHNSTON, 38 years-of-age from West Perth has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The vehicle involved was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on March 02, 2026. 

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Area OPP Huron Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

Firearm Located – Jason STEINACKER Arrested

(HURON EAST, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Huron East resident following a report of a recovered firearm in Mississauga. 

Huron OPP received information from Peel Regional Police on January 15, 2026, advising that a handgun registered to an individual in Huron East had been recovered in Mississauga. Investigators located the firearm owner who was subsequently charged with Criminal Code offences on January 15, 2026.

Jason STEINACKER, 52 years-of-age of Huron East has been charged with the following criminal offences:

–      Careless Storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device, or Ammunition,

–      Lost Firearm or Weapon – Not Reported.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on March 16, 2026.

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Area OPP Huron East OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Benjamin VANGERWEN – Drunk Driving

(HURON EAST, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a South Huron resident with an impaired driving offence following a traffic stop in the Municipality of Huron East on January 18, 2026. 

Just after 6:30 p.m., on Sunday, January 18, 2026, Huron County OPP officers were conducting Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) checks on Brussels Line, in the Village of Walton. Officers spoke to a vehicle driver who was subsequently arrested for impaired operation. The accused was transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Benjamin VANGERWEN, 29-years-of-age from South Huron has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The vehicle involved was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on March 02, 2026. 

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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Christopher FIELDER

(KENORA, ON) – One individual has been arrested and charged following a traffic stop.

On Friday, February 20, 2026, members of the Kenora Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop after noticing a suspicious vehicle. With assistance from the OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), the vehicle was searched and one individual was arrested and charged with multiple offences.

The search and arrest resulted in the seizure of suspected cocaine, methamphetamine, a cell phone, Canadian currency, and other drug paraphernalia.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher FIELDER, a 48-year-old male from Kenora, is charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, Criminal Code,and Highway Traffic Act 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 proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Operate unsafe vehicle
  • Speeding 1-49 km/h over posted limit

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on Monday, April 13, 2026.

If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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IROQUOIS FALLS OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust: Sean Scott, Kuanyin Chol Achiek & Quon Smith

(IROQUOIS FALLS, ON) – On Thursday, February 19, 2026, with the assistance of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Iroquois Falls members, the OPP Northeast Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a residence in Iroquois Falls. Police seized suspected cocaine, crack cocaine and hydromorphone, as well as, Canadian currency and drug paraphernalia, all with an estimated street value of $35,000. 

As a result, three persons were arrested and charged.

Sean Scott, 40 years of age from Iroquois Falls, Kuanyin Chol Achiek, 19 years of age from London and Quon Smith, 22 years of age from St. Thomas, have been charged with the following CDSA and criminal code (CC) offences:

  • Possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking,
  • Possession of crack cocaine for the purpose of trafficking,
  • Possession of hydromorphone for the purpose of trafficking, and
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000

The accused persons are being held in custody and are awaiting a bail hearing.

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North Bay OPP Police Press Releases

Ashley ANDERSON Was Arrested

(NORTH BAY) – A North Bay resident is facing multiple charges after an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer located a driver who appeared to be slouched over inside a parked vehicle on Fraser Street.

On Sunday, February 15, 2026, at approximately 2:40 p.m., a member of the North Bay OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team observed a parked vehicle with smoke coming from inside. Officers approached and observed cannabis joints in the vehicle. The items were seized, and the driver was arrested for impaired operation before being transported to the North Bay OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Ashley ANDERSON, 42 years of age, of North Bay, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – drug

·        Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

·        Have care and control of a vehicle with cannabis readily available

·        Fail to surrender insurance card

·        Drive motor vehicle, no validation on plate

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on March 17, 2026. The driver was also issued a 90‑day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring our roads are safe from drug-impaired and alcohol-impaired drivers.

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Essex Kingsville OPP Police Press Releases

David HIGHSTEAD – Drunk Driving

(ESSEX, ON) – A driver has been charged following a collision in Essex.

At approximately 8:23 p.m. on February 19, 2026, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a motor vehicle collision on County Road 50 E. in the Town of Essex.

David HIGHSTEAD, 32-years-old of Kingsville was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on April 1, 2026, to answer to the charges.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven day vehicle impoundment was inititiated for the driver as per statute.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 9-1-1 immediately.

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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East Ferris OPP

John GOODERHAM-BELANGER – Drunk Driving

(EAST FERRIS) – A driver has been charged after the North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a vehicle found in a ditch and later observed the same vehicle driving away from the collision site in East Ferris Township.

On Friday, February 13, 2026, at approximately 3:20 p.m., the North Bay OPP received a report of a vehicle in the ditch on Hillcrest Road. When officers arrived, the vehicle was located; however, the driver was not present.

A short time later, while officers were still investigating, the vehicle was pulled out and was seen travelling westbound on Hillcrest Road, away from the scene. Police conducted a traffic stop and spoke with the driver. Officers determined that alcohol was a factor, and the driver was arrested and transported to the North Bay OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, John GOODERHAM-BELANGER, 29 years of age, of East Ferris, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on March 17, 2026. The driver was also issued a 90‑day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

Road safety is a shared responsibility. The OPP encourages everyone to make responsible choices behind the wheel and to report dangerous driving behaviours whenever they are observed.

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OPP Police Press Releases

Jo-Anne MCRAE – Drunk Driving

(CALVIN) – The North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a driver following a 911 call and subsequent single‑vehicle collision on Highway 17 in Calvin Township.

On Saturday, February 7, 2026, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the North Bay OPP received a 911 call reporting a suspected impaired driver travelling on Highway 17. Officers responded and located the vehicle off the roadway, down an embankment in the eastbound ditch.

Police spoke with the driver, who was still inside the vehicle and uninjured. Officers determined that alcohol was a factor in the collision. The driver was arrested and transported to the North Bay OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Jo-Anne MCRAE, 55 years of age, of Orleans, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·        Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available

·        Driving a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on March 17, 2026. The driver was also issued a 90‑day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

Impaired driving remains one of the most significant threats to road safety in Ontario. The OPP urges motorists to help keep roadways safe, if you suspect a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 911 immediately.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Death In Port Hope

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a death in the Municipality of Port Hope.

On February 19, 2026, at approximately 5:00 a.m., officers were called to a residence in the area of County Road 65 and 7th Line where one person was located deceased.

Preliminary information suggests this is an isolated incident, with no signs of a broader threat. Police continue to investigate and are actively monitoring the situation.

Residents in the area can expect to see an increased police presence as officers continue the investigation.

Further information will be released as it becomes available.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation should immediately contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.