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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Steven DRAGOS – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – A Brant County resident is facing charges following a traffic stop in Paris, Ontario.

On March 3rd, 2024, at approximately 1:20 a.m., members of the Brant Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol when they observed suspicious driving behaviour.

Upon speaking to the driver of the vehicle officers had a reason to believe that the driver had been consuming alcohol. The driver was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

Steven DRAGOS, 34-years-old of Brant County, has been charged with the following:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)
  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on March 21st, 2024.

If you see a driver who you suspect may be impaired by alcohol or drugs, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Your call could make our roads safer for all.

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OPP South Bruce Peninsula

Wyatt Hellyer Arrested

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver who was stopped at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check.

On February 29, 2024, at 2:41 p.m., the Grey Bruce OPP were conducting a RIDE check on Saule Falls Parkway in South Bruce Peninsula. A vehicle entered the RIDE check. While the officers were speaking to the driver, they were displaying signs of impairment. The driver was arrested and transported to the Grey Bruce OPP Detachment for further tests by a Qualified Breath Technician along with a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).

Wyatt Hellyer, 18-years-old of South Bruce Peninsula was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Possession of a schedule III substance

·      Person under 19 years – possess cannabis

·      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis in open baggage

·      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

·      Person under 19 years having liquor

·      Drive motor vehicle with liquor readily available

·      Possess illegal licence

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

·      Young driver – presence of drug

The accused will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on March 21, 2024.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Matthew Tessier & Vasim SHANGARAEV Arrested

(Orillia, ON) The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged two individuals with impaired driving within a six hour period.

On February 27, 2024, shortly after 4:50 p.m., police were conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 11 in Severn Township. Upon conducting a traffic stop, the officer entered an impaired driving investigation. The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired driving and transported to detachment for further investigation.

As a result, Matthew Tessier, 41, of Orillia has been charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus) (CC)
  • Drive Motor Vehicle- Perform Stunt (HTA)

The accused was released on an Undertaking to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia on March 19, 2024.

On February 27, 2024, at approximately 10:45 p.m., officers were conducting RIDE in the City of Orillia.  Officers determined the driver of a motor vehicle was displaying signs of alcohol consumption and was subsequently arrested.

As a result, Vasim SHANGARAEV, 37, of Orillia has been charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired (CC)
  • Operation while Impaired- Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus) (CC)
  • Novice Driver- BAC above zero (HTA)
  • Operate Motor Vehicle Without Insurance (CAIA)
  • Having Care or Control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor (LLCA)

The accused was released on an Undertaking to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia on March 19, 2024.

Both drivers have been issued Administrative Drivers Licence Suspensions and their vehicles impounded in accordance with their respective charges.

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OPP Penetanguishene Police Press Releases

Hero Citizen Defends Community And Arrests Criminal – Police Eventually Show Up #TakeBackYourCommunity #StandYourGround

(PENETANGUISHENE, ON) – A report of an individual attempting to enter a parked vehicle to the OPP Communication Centre at approximately 12:12 a.m. March 2, 2024, by a Fox Street, Penetanguishene resident caused members of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment to patrol the area for a suspect. Shortly afterwards, a Peel Street resident flagged down the officers as they had encountered and apprehended an individual on their property who was attempting to enter vehicles.

Officers arrested at the scene a person known to them as Tyler SYLVESTER 30-years-old of Christian Island and after investigation the following criminal charges were laid.

  • Trespassing at Night (two counts)
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada (two counts)
  • Theft Under $5,000 from a Motor Vehicle

and further was arrested on an outstanding warrant for an Anishinabek Police Service Investigation.

The accused was held for a bail hearing and remains in custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Roundup – 12 Re-Arrested #CatchAndRelease=Profits

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – 12 individuals have been arrested on outstanding warrants in the Fort Frances area.

The Offender Management and Apprehension Program (OMAP) is a crime suppression program designed to deter the criminal activities of repeat offenders. The program focuses on offenders that are deemed to be a high-risk to the safety of communities and individuals and are often involved in repeat criminal behaviour.

On February 26, 2024, through February 28, 2024, the Rainy River District Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and Emergency Response Team (ERT) conducted the local initiative with a focus in the Town of Fort Frances and surrounding areas, which resulted in 12 arrests, with two individuals held in custody for bail. The local initiative focused on individuals with arrest warrants related to outstanding charges ranging from violent offences to drug, property, and bail violations.

This initiative was performed with high-priority focus on public safety, the Rainy River District OPP CSCU and ERT designed the safe apprehension of individuals who are currently wanted and residing in communities across district. The initiatives focus on public safe and is the main objective when locating the listed individuals. These are the charges these individuals with warrants have and around the district.

Individual #1

•            Cruelty to animals – unnecessary pain, suffering or injury

•            Assault with A Weapon

•            Criminal Harassment – repeatedly communicate

•            Perjury

Individual #2

•            Assault – Spousal X2

Individual # 3

•            Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence

•            Theft Over $5000

•            Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin) X2

Individual #4

•            Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

•            Fail to Appear/Comply with Appearance Notice, Promise to Appear, or Recognizance

•            Dangerous operation

•            Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Other Drugs

•            Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Other Drugs X2

Individual #5

•            Assault with A Weapon X3

Individual #6

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

Individual #7

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

Individual #8

•            Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

•            Failure to comply with undertaking

•            Assault with a Weapon – Spousal X2

•            Fail to Comply with Probation Order X2

•            Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

Individual #9

•            Sexual Assault X2

Individual #10

•            Assault – Spousal X2

•            Failure to comply with undertaking

•            Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

•            Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm-Spousal

•            Failure to attend court after having appeared X3

•            Break, Enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence

Individual #11

•            Assault

•            Fail to Comply with Probation Order

Individual #12

•            Unlawfully in Dwelling House

•            Resist Peace Officer

•            Assault a Peace Officer

The primary goal for the OPP is to ensure the continued safety and security of the citizens, of not only North West Region, but Ontario, this local initiative directly correlates with the OPP’s vision of Safe Communities…A Secure Ontario.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Pervert Principal Alert: Douglas KENNEDY

(NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Unit has charged an individual in relation to a historical sexual offence.

The investigation began on November 16, 2023, after the victim reported the incident to police.

The incident is reported to have occurred between 1988 to 1991 while the accused was a principal at a school in Northumberland. The victim was a student and known to the accused during this time frame.

As a result, Douglas KENNEDY, 78-years-old of Peterborough, was arrested and charged with:

  • Sexual assault

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

Anyone who has any information about this, or a similar incident, is asked to call the Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Collision: 47 Year Old From Mount Forest Suffers Life-threating Injuries

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On March 1, 2024, at approximately 12:45 p.m., Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a serious, motor vehicle collision on Wellington Road 18, east of Fergus. Initial reports indicated that a black Sport Utility Vehicle had left the roadway, and the driver was seriously injured.

Members of the Centre Wellington Fire Rescue and Guelph Wellington Paramedics Service responded. The lone occupant of the vehicle, a 47-year-old driver from Mount Forest, was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Reconstructionist from the West Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (T.I.M.E.) team are expect to have the roadway closed till dusk.

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 Pembroke Police Press Releases

8 Arrested In Guns & Drugs Bust – Names Released

(PEMBROKE, ON) – Eight people face a total of 54 Criminal Code (CC) and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) charges after the seizure of suspected fentanyl, cocaine and methamphetamine in Pembroke. A stolen firearm and replica pistols were also seized.    

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), assisted by OPP’s Emergency Response Team (ERT), Canine Unit and members of the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP, executed a search warrant on February 29, 2024, at an apartment on Pembroke Street East.

In addition to the illegal drugs and guns, officers also located items typically associated with drug trafficking, including digital scales, packaging material and multiple cell phones.

Kerry Lynn BILODEAU, age 41 of Bonnechere Valley Township, Shawn William BOLGER, age 36 of Pembroke, Joanne REIS, age 61 of Pembroke, Arin ROSE, age 21 of Pembroke, each face the following CC and CDSA charges:

  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition
  • Possession of a firearm, prohibited or restricted weapon obtained by crime
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

BILODEAU faces one additional charge of failing to comply with a probation order.

BOLGER faces two additional charges of possessing a firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order.

REIS faces three additional charges of failing to comply with a probation order.

ROSE faces two additional charges of possessing a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order and two additional charges of failing to comply with probation.

Owen IRVING, age 22 of Brockville, Lorraine KENNY, age 54 of Pembroke, Jillian MELANCON, age 40 of Pembroke, and Brianna Lynn SAKER, age 43 of Pembroke, each face the following CC and CDSA charges:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

SAKER, KENNY, and MELANCON were released and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 16, 2024

IRVING, BILODEAU, BOLGER, REIS, and ROSE were held for a bail hearing on March 1, 2024, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offenders JOHNSON-SHIRLEY & Xander CORNELIUS-MILLER Arrested Again

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid firearms and drug related charges after vehicle failed to stop for police.  

On February 29, 2024, just after 11:00 a.m., an officer conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 10, in the Town of Caledon, attempted to stop a vehicle but it failed to stop. The vehicle was later located after being involved in a collision, but the occupants had fled the scene. With the assistance of the Caledon Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), and the Peel Regional Police Canine Unit, two parties were located and arrested. The investigation also resulted in the seizure of two loaded prohibited firearms, a large quantity of drugs, and cash. 

O’Neal JOHNSON-SHIRLEY, 20, of Brampton 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 – Opioid 

• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm – two counts

• Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition – three counts

• Possession of a Firearm knowing Serial Number has been Tampered With – two counts

• Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm – two counts

• Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order – two counts

• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

Xander CORNELIUS-MILLER, 20, of Welland was charged with:

• Dangerous operation

• Flight from peace officer

• Fail to Comply with Sentence

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid 

• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm – two counts

• Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition – three counts

• Possession of a Firearm knowing Serial Number has been Tampered With – two counts

• Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm – two counts

• Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order – two counts

Both accused are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 1, 2024, for a bail hearing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Smooth Rock Falls

Repeat Offenders GOODISON & COX Arrested Again

(SMOOTH ROCK FALLS, ON) – An alert on the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system led to several charges, and a 45-day vehicle impound.

On February 29, 2024, shortly after 1:00 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting patrol on Main Street in Smooth Rock Falls, when the ALPR system alerted the officer to a stolen licence plate. 

Police conducted a traffic stop on Ross Road, and confirmed that the licence plates were indeed stolen, the vehicle was not insured, and the driver’s licence was suspended under the criminal code, as well as the Highway Traffic Act.

As a result of the investigation, the driver Mitchell COX 31 years of age from Smooth Rock Falls was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Operation while prohibited under the criminal code
  • Failure to comply with undertaking
  • Failure to comply with probation order
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court on March 4, 2024, in Cochrane. 

In addition the passenger and vehicle owner, Krystal GOODISON 35 years of age from Smooth Rock Falls was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Failure to comply with probation order
  • Permit motor vehicle to be operated without insurance
  • Fail to apply for permit on becoming the owner

The latter accused was released and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 18, 2024 in Cochrane.

The vehicle was impounded for 45 days, as a result of the driver’s previous suspension under the criminal code.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

John NEAL Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON) – A shoplifting incident at Midland Foodland reported to the OPP Communication Centre by store security at approximately 7:46 a.m. March 1, 2024 was investigated promptly by an officer of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment with the suspect being identified through investigation as an individual known to police.

At 8:44 a.m. March 1, 2024 officers responded to a report of an individual attempting to enter vehicles and locked retail store doors in the Mountainview mall area. Attending officers located the individual in the parking lot near Simcoe County Road 93 who was the suspect in the previous incident. In an attempt to arrest the suspect, they failed to comply and officers resorted to a form of non-lethal force to obtain control to make the arrest.

As a result of these investigations, John NEAL, 37-year-old of Tay Township, was charged with the following criminal offences:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Possession of an identity document
  • Causing a Disturbance
  • Resist Peace Officer

The accused was held for a bail hearing and remains in custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

Locking your vehicle does work and officers stress that you need to remove valuables such as wallets, purses and other valuable items and lock your vehicle to help prevent these crimes of opportunity from occurring in our community. It is seems be a regular occurrence for officers to receive a report of a vehicle entry or a series of entries only to learn the vehicles were left unlocked or locked with valuables left out in plan sight causing an forced entry and theft. These types of thefts can lead to the loss of credit cards and other pieces of personal identification which can be used in fraud related occurrences.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Levi WHISKEYJACK Arrested Again

(DRYDEN, ON) – An investigation led by the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit has led to charges being laid against a Sioux Lookout resident.

On February 28, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m., members of the Dryden OPP Detachment conducted a traffic stop on Government Street in the City of Dryden.

Through investigation, officers seized a number of suspected illicit substances including cocaine, crack cocaine, fentanyl, hydromorphone, and oxycodone. Canadian currency and other items associated with drug trafficking were also seized.  

As a result, Levi WHISKEYJACK, 32-years-old, of Sioux Lookout has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – three counts

·        Possession of Proceeds of Property obtain by Crime under $5,000

·        Failure to Comply with Release Order – other than attend court – two counts

The accused has been held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on March 5, 2024.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

Fatal Collision Closes Roads

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – One person is deceased following a two-vehicle collision in Bruce County.

On March 2, 2024, the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision at Bruce Road 8 and Bruce Road 14 in South Bruce Peninsula.

One person was pronounced deceased. Two other individuals have been taken to a London hospital with serious injuries.

There are road closures at Bruce Road 14 at Silver Lake Road, Bruce Road 8 at Municipal Road, Bruce Road 8 at Allenford Road, Sideroad 15 at Spring Creek Road. Please avoid the area.

Updates will be provided when available.

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Attempted Murder With Firearm

(PEMBROKE, ON.) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual after a shooting incident in Pembroke.

On February 23, 2024, just before 6:30 a.m., OPP responded to an Intimate Parter Violence (IPV) incident involving a shooting at a residence on McKenzie Street. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of this incident a 67-year-old Pembroke resident has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offence:

·        Attempt to commit murder using a firearm

The accused was held for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice. He remains in custody with a future court date. The name of the accused is being withheld to protect the identity of the victim as this is an IPV incident.

If you or someone you know is living in or involved in an abusive relationship help is available. Contact Bernadette McCann House 24/7 for support, advice, or the safety of a shelter at 1-800-267-4930. The Women’s Sexual Assault Centre of Renfrew County is also available 24/7 for information and support at 1-800-663-3060. You can also attend the emergency department of any hospital in Renfrew County and ask to speak to a member of the Assault Response Team. Victim Services of Renfrew County is also available to provide emotional and practical assistance to people who have experienced domestic violence. They can be reached at 613-649-2852 or toll free at 1-877-568-5730. In emergencies call 9-1-1.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Mohammad Anwar HOSSAIN Arrested For Sexual Assault

(TOWN OF NEW TECUMSETH, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged an adult male from New Tecumseth in relation to a sexual assault investigation.

On January 26th, 2024, Nottawasaga OPP received information about a sexual assault that had occurred at a business in the Town of Alliston. An employee of a local business reported to have been sexually assaulted by an unknown male.

As a result of the investigation led by the Nottawasaga Crime Unit, on February 8, 2024, Mohammad Anwar HOSSAIN, 52 years of age, of New Tecumseth, was arrested and charged with sexual assault.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford, on March 7, 2024, to answer to the charge.

Anyone who has any information about this, or a similar incident, is asked to call Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

There is no statute of limitations on sexual offences and a report can be made to police at any time, regardless of how much time has passed. You can report a sexual assault by calling the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or 9-1-1 in an emergency. If you do not want to make a report to police or need time and support to make that decision, there are community partners available to help. Ontario 211 provides information on Ontario’s community, social, health-related and government services. Simply call 2-1-1 or visit 211ontario.ca for more information.