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Wellington OPP Weekly Report

(COUNTY OF WELLINGTON, ON) – Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to consolidate and streamline our notable traffic offences and publish a single weekly release.

On April 27, 2023, at approximately 1:00 a.m., the Wellington County OPP responded to a report of a traffic complaint on Wellington Road 14, Wellington North Township.  As a result of the investigation, Lucas DERUITER, 21-years-old of Zorra Township has been charged with Operation while Impaired, Operation while Impaired – BAC (80 plus), and with Take Motor Vehicle without Consent. The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on May 16, 2023.   

On April 28, 2023, at approximately 6:00 p.m., the Wellington County OPP responded to multiple reports of a passenger vehicle that was being operated in an erratic manner on Eighth Line, Mapleton. As a result of the investigation, Paul Jeffrey VIDIC, 38-years-old of Harriston has been charged with Operation while Impaired – BAC (80 plus). The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on May 19, 2023. 

On April 28, 2023, at approximately 10:30 p.m., an officer was on patrol and observed a passenger vehicle being operated in an erratic manner on Elora Street South, Minto. The officer conducted a traffic stop and as a result of the investigation, Robert NOONAN, 30-years-old of Clifford has been charged with Operation while Impaired – BAC (80 plus) and with Speeding. The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on May 19, 2023. 

On April 29, 2023, at approximately 10:40 a.m., an officer was patrolling George Street, Arthur and received an alert on the Automated License Plate Recognition system for a suspended driver. As a result of the investigation, Jeffrey BROCKELBANK, 34-years-old of Flesherton has been charged with Operation while Prohibited and with Driving while Under Suspension. The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on June 20, 2023. 

On April 29, 2023, at approximately 8:00 p.m., the Wellington County OPP responded to a report of a passenger vehicle being operated in an erratic manner on Tower Street South, Fergus. Officers located the vehicle and as a result of the investigation, Kevin CHAPMAN 58-years-old of Kitchener has been charged with Operation while Impaired – BAC (80 plus) and with Speeding. The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on May 16, 2023. 

On April 30, 2023, at approximately 10:00 a.m., the Wellington County OPP responded to a report of a dog that was not on a leash that had bitten multiple parties. As a result of the investigation, a 75-year-old of Fergus has been charged with two counts of Fail to Prevent Dog from Biting and with Fail to Restrain Dog by Leash. The defendant is scheduled to appear before the provincial offences court on July 19, 2023 

On May 1, 2023, at approximately 7:00 p.m., an officer on patrol on Sixteenth Line, Mapleton Township received an alert on the Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) system for a possibly suspended driver. As a result of the investigation, Raymond NEAR, 47-years-old of Arthur, has been charged with Operation while Prohibited, Operation while Impaired, Operation while Impaired – BAC (80 plus) and with Care and Control of Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor.  The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on June 30, 2023. 

Anyone charged with Operation while Impaired- 80 Plus (mgs of alcohol in 100mL of blood) or Failing to Comply with Demand receives a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment as per statute.

Anyone charged with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt receives a 14-day impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension as per statute.

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Collision Attempting To Pass Leads To Impaired Charge – Name Released

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – On April 15, 2023, at approximately 8:09 p.m., Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-motor vehicle collision on Line 34 in the Township of Perth East. The accused struck another vehicle while trying to pass.  

Upon speaking with the driver, the officer had reason to believe the driver was impaired by a drug. The driver conducted a Standardized Field Sobriety Test, he was subsequently arrested and transported to a local operations centre for a Drug Recognition Evaluation.

As a result, Jilllian HUNT, 39, of Stratford, has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Careless Driving

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute. The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on May 15, 2023, to answer to the charges.

If you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired, either by drug or alcohol, call police at 911 to report it.

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Repeat Offender Arrested For Drunk Driving Again

(PERTH EAST, ON) – Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired related offences in the Township of Perth East.   

On April 15, 2023, at approximately 5:48 p.m., Perth County OPP officers received a complaint of a possible impaired. Officers located the vehicle on Perth Line 43 in Perth East.

During the investigation, officers determined the driver was impaired. The driver was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further testing.

As a result, Roman ALIBIO, 49, of Stratford, has been arrested and charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

–      Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Drive motor vehicle- not equipped with ignition interlock device

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 45-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused has is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on May 15, 2023, to answer to the charges.

If you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired, either by drug or alcohol, call police at 911 to report it.

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Assault – One Sent To Hospital

(TOWNSHIP OF GUELPH/ERAMOSA, ON) –On April 23, 2023, at approximately 6:00 p.m., Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an assault at a private residential community on Highway 7, west of Guelph. It was reported that two known individuals had assaulted a resident and that the injuries were severe.

A 60-year-old resident was transported to a local hospital with serious, non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation is continuing and is believed to be an isolated incident.

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

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Middlesex OPP Weekend Report

(MIDDLESEX, ON) – Over the course of the weekend, members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were busy doing their part to keep our communities safe. 

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – RIDE Program results in 3-day Driving Suspension

On April 23, 2023, at 2:41 a.m., members of the Middlesex County OPP were performing a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) Program on Longwoods Road in Middlesex Centre.

A vehicle entered the Program, at which time it was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized resulting in an ‘Alert’.

The drivers’ licence has been suspended for three days.

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver Charged with Stunt Driving

On April 22, 2023, at 8:59 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County OPP, while on general patrol, observed a vehicle travelling at double the posted 60 km/h speed limit on Highbury Avenue in Middlesex Centre.

A traffic stop was initiated.

As a result, a 30-year-old of Mississauga was charged with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform stunt – Excessive speed under the Highway Traffic Act.

The driver is scheduled to appear in an Ontario Provincial Traffic Court to speak to the charge.

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Single Vehicle Rollover results in Impaired Charge

On April 22, 2023, at 11:47 a.m., members of the Middlesex OPP along with members of the Middlesex-London Paramedic Service were dispatched to the report of a single vehicle rollover on Littlewood Drive in Middlesex Centre.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Alexander SUMMERS, a 47-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on May 24, 2023.

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Traffic Complaint leads to Impaired Charge

On April 22, 2023, at 9:18 a.m., members of the Middlesex County OPP were dispatched to Elijah Road, Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, for the report of a suspicious vehicle in a parking lot.

Officers arrived on scene and located the vehicle, at which time the lone occupant was woken by officers.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Lus Kah Lah Kwas DOXTATOR, a 30-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on June 14, 2023.

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Stolen backhoe from business in Thames Centre

On April 22, 2023, at 7:36 a.m., members of the Middlesex County OPP were dispatched to a business at 21778 Nissouri Road in Thames Centre, for the report of a theft of a backhoe.

It was determined unknown individuals(s) entered the property sometime during the overnight hours and broke into a secured area on the property.

As a result, a 2014, yellow, Caterpillar 420F backhoe was stolen.

The investigation is continuing.

(LUCAN BIDDULPH, ON) – Arrest made in Break and Enter to Business

On April 22, 2023, at 3:22 a.m., members of the Middlesex County OPP were dispatched to an address at 14368 Elginfield Road in Lucan Biddulph for the report of an alarm at a business.

Officers arrived on scene and confirmed the business had been broken into.

Multiple officers attended the area along with OPP K9, at which time an individual riding away on a bicycle was located.

The individual was placed under arrest without incident.

As a result, Robert MARCHAND, a 54-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Break, Enter a place – with intent to commit indictable offence

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on June 14, 2023.

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Two-Vehicle Collision results in Careless Driving charge

On April 21, 2023, at 3:29 p.m., members of the Middlesex County OPP, the Middlesex London Paramedic Service and Middlesex Centre Fire were dispatched to the intersection of Highbury Avenue at Ten Mile Road in Middlesex Centre for the report of a two-vehicle collision.

The roadway was closed as a result of the collision and two involved individuals were transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result, a 26-year-old of London, has been charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Careless Driving.

The driver is scheduled to appear in an Ontario Provincial Traffic Court to speak to the charge.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

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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Stabbing – One Arrested

(ELGIN COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin County Detachment has charged an individual following an investigation of a reported stabbing.

On April 22, 2023, at approximately 3:44 a.m., Emergency services responded to a report of a stabbing at a residence on Stanley Street, Port Stanley.

Officers arrived on scene and an individual was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Jade ANTONE, 36-year-old of Port Stanley, Ontario was charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on June 13, 2023.

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Wellington OPP Weekly Report

(COUNTY OF WELLINGTON, ON) – Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to consolidate and streamline our notable traffic offences and publish a single weekly release.

On February 9, 2023, at approximately 9:00 a.m., Wellington County OPP responded to a multi-vehicle collision on Highway 6 at Marden Road, Guelph/Eramosa. It was reported that four vehicles had been involved and that one person suffered injuries. One person was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. As a result of the investigation, a 23-year-old driver from Guelph, has been charged with Careless Driving, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act.

On February 9, 2023, at approximately 2:00 p.m., Wellington County OPP responded to a reported two vehicle collision on Smith Street, Arthur. As a result of the investigation, a 59-year-old driver form Wellington North, was charged with Driving while Under Suspension contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. The defendant is scheduled to appear in provincial offences court – Guelph, on May 17, 2023.

On February 9, 2023, at approximately 4:30 p.m., Wellington County OPP responded a reported multi-vehicle collision on Highway 6 South, Puslinch. It was reported that three vehicles were involved, and one person suffered minor injuries. As a result of the investigation, a 36-year-old driver from Burlington was charged with Careless Driving, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. The defendant is scheduled to appear in provincial offences court – Guelph, on April 5, 2023.

On February 10, 2023, at approximately 3:45 a.m., Wellington County OPP responded to a reported multi-vehicle collision on Brock Road South, Puslinch. It was reported that two vehicles were involved, and one person had suffered injuries. As a result of the investigation, a 46-year-old driver from Guelph, was charged with Careless Driving, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act.

On February 12, 2023, a member of the Wellington County OPP was monitoring traffic on Wellington Road 7, Pilkington. At approximately 10:15 a.m., a black sedan was observed travelling well above the posted 60km/hr speed limit. As a result of the investigation, an 18-year-old driver of Guelph, has been charged with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt – Excessive Speed, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. The defendant is scheduled to appear in provincial offences court – Guelph, on May 17, 2023.

On February 12, 2023, at approximately 11:30 p.m., a member of the Wellington County OPP stopped the driver of a blue sedan on Tower Street South, Fergus. As a result of the investigation, a 44-yea-old driver from Conn, was charged with Operate Motor Vehicle without Insurance, contrary to the Compulsorily Automobile Insurance Act. The defendant is scheduled to appear in provincial offences court – Guelph, on May 17, 2023.

On February 13, 2023, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Wellington County OPP responded to a report of a driver of a vehicle that was acting erratically on McLean Road, Puslinch. As a result of the investigation, a 25-year-old from Brampton has been charged with Driving while under Suspension, Drive Commercial Vehicle without Required Inspection, Fail to Accurately Complete Daily Inspection Report and Fail to Surrender Completed Daily Inspection Report. The defendant is scheduled to appear before the provincial offences court on May 17, 2023. A business out of Port Elgin was also issued provincial offence notices for Fail to Ensure Daily Inspection is Conducted Properly and Permit Unlicensed Person to Drive commercial Motor Vehicle.     

On February 14, 2023, at approximately 8:15 p.m., a member of the Wellington County OPP stopped the driver of a white sedan on the Hanlon Expressway Guelph. As a result of the investigation, a 38-year-old driver from Guelph, was charged with Driving while Under Suspension and Drive Motor Vehicle, No Permit, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. Further, the driver was also charged with Operate Motor Vehicle without Insurance contrary to the Compulsorily Automobile Insurance Act. The defendant is scheduled to appear in provincial offences court – Guelph, on May 17, 2023.

On February 15, 2023, at approximately 3:30 p.m., an officer with the Wellington County OPP observed a black pickup truck traveling at approximately 129 km/hr in a posted 60 km/hr zone along Speedvale Ave. West. As a result of the investigation, a 61-year-old of Kitchener has been charged with Stunt Driving and is scheduled to appear in the provincial offences court on May 17, 2023. 

Anyone charged with Operation while Impaired- 80 Plus (mgs of alcohol in 100mL of blood) or Failing to Comply with Demand receives a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment as per statute.

Anyone charged with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt receives a 14-day impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension as per statute.

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Elgin County Weekly Report

January 23, 2023 – January 29, 2023

(ELGIN COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin County Detachment would like to consolidate and streamline our notable traffic offences and publish a weekly release.

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On January 23, 2023, at approximately 4:45 a.m., an officer with the Elgin County OPP (Chatham Detachment) stopped a commercial vehicle travelling on the Highway 401, Municipality of Chatham-Kent, after it was found speeding 115 Km/h in a posted 100 Km/h zone.

As a result of the investigation, the driver, a 28-year-old of Kitchener, Ontario was charged with:

·        Speeding 1 – 49Km/h over posted limit

Additionally, the commercial vehicle operator, a company from Windsor, Ontario was charged with:

·        Permit operation of commercial motor vehicle not equipped with working speed-limiting system

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On January 23, 2023, at approximately 10:29 a.m., officers with the Elgin County OPP (Chatham Detachment) responded to a two-vehicle Motor Vehicle Collision (MVC) on St. Clair Road at Union Line, Municipality of Chatham-Kent.

Both involved vehicles were only occupied by a driver. One driver sustained minor injuries and the other driver was uninjured.

As a result of the investigation, a 72-year-old of Dresden, Ontario was charged with:

·        Disobey stop sign – fail to stop

·        Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

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On January 23, 2023, at approximately 1:15 p.m., an officer with the Elgin County OPP (Chatham Detachment) stopped a passenger vehicle travelling on the Westbound Highway 401, Municipality of Chatham-Kent, after it was found speeding 140 Km/h in a posted 100 Km/h zone.

As a result of the investigation, the driver, a 43-year-old of Toronto, Ontario was charged with:

·        Speeding 1 – 49Km/h over posted limit

·        Driving while under suspension

·        Fail to surrender insurance card

·        Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

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On January 23, 2023, at approximately 7:43 p.m., an officer with the Elgin County OPP (Chatham Detachment) stopped a passenger vehicle travelling on Highway 40, Municipality of Chatham-Kent, to verify the insurance status of the vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, a 52-year-old of Ridgetown, Ontario was charged with:

  • Driving while under suspension (Two Counts)

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On January 24, 2023, at approximately 6:22 p.m., officers with the Elgin County OPP (Chatham Detachment) responded to a two-vehicle Motor Vehicle Collision (MVC) on St. Clair Road near Cedar Hedge Line, Municipality of Chatham-Kent.

The occupants of the involved vehicles sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, a 30-year-old of Sarnia, Ontario was charged with:

·        Careless Driving

·        Driver fail to surrender licence

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On January 25, 2023, at approximately 9:32 a.m., an officer with the Elgin County OPP (Chatham Detachment) stopped a passenger vehicle, after it was found speeding on the Eastbound Highway 401, Municipality of Chatham-Kent.

Just prior to the traffic stop being initiated by police, the vehicle exited the Highway 401 at Victoria Road. The vehicle was observed travelling through the controlled intersection without stopping.

As a result of the investigation, the driver, a 41-year-old of Scarborough, Ontario was charged with:

  • Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit
  • Disobey stop sign – fail to stop
  • Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit
  • Fail to have insurance card

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On January 26, 2023, at approximately 12:44 a.m., an officer with the Elgin County OPP (Chatham Detachment) stopped a commercial vehicle travelling on the Highway 401, Municipality of Chatham-Kent, after it was found speeding 116 Km/h in a posted 100 Km/h zone.

As a result of the investigation, the driver, a 38-year-old of Windsor, Ontario was charged with:

·        Drive commercial motor vehicle not equipped with working speed-limiting system

·        Speeding 1 – 49Km/h over posted limit

·        Fail to maintain daily log

·        Drive commercial motor vehicle without required inspection

·        Improperly drive motor vehicle with a minor defect in it or in drawn vehicle

Additionally, the commercial vehicle operator, was charged with:

·        Permit operation of commercial motor vehicle not equipped with working speed-limiting system

·        Fail to monitor driver’s compliance

·        Fail to ensure daily inspection report is accurately completed

·        Fail to supply driver with a daily inspection schedule

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On January 26, 2023, at approximately 8:10 a.m., officers with the Elgin County OPP responded to a two-vehicle Motor Vehicle Collision (MVC) on Highbury Avenue, Municipality of Central Elgin.

The occupants of the involved vehicles were uninjured.

As a result of the investigation, a 26-year-old of St. Thomas, Ontario was charged with:

·        Unsafe move – lane or shoulder

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On January 26, 2023, at approximately 6:47 p.m., emergency services responded to a two-vehicle Motor Vehicle Collision (MVC) on Highbury Avenue, Municipality of Central Elgin.

The occupants of the involved vehicles sustained non-life-threatening injures.

The road was closed temporarily to allow for investigation.

As a result of the investigation, a 42-year-old of St. Thomas, Ontario was charged with:

·        Careless Driving

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On January 27, 2023, at approximately 9:07 a.m., an officer with the Elgin County OPP (Chatham Detachment) stopped a passenger vehicle travelling on the Highway 401, Municipality of Chatham-Kent, after it was found speeding.

As a result of the investigation, the driver, a 40-year-old of Windsor, Ontario was charged with:

·        Speeding 1 – 49Km/h over posted limit

·        Driving while under suspension

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On January 27, 2023, at approximately 10:49 a.m., an officer with the Elgin County OPP (Chatham Detachment) stopped a passenger vehicle travelling on Communication Road, Municipality of Chatham-Kent, after the driver was observed not wearing a seat belt.

As a result of the investigation, the driver, a 25-year-old of Chatham, Ontario was charged with:

·        Driver – fail to properly wear seat belt

·        Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

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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 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergent traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.stthomas-elgincrimestoppers.ca You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Middlesex OPP Weekly Report

(January 23 – January 29, 2023)

(MIDDLESEX COUNTY, ON) – Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to consolidate and streamline our notable traffic offences and publish a single weekly release to highlight the great work our officers are doing to keep our roadways as safe as possible.

On January 29, 2023, at 5:04 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County OPP, while on general patrol, observed a suspicious vehicle on Komoka Road in Komoka, Middlesex Centre. A traffic stop was initiated at which time it was determined the driver of the vehicle was a suspended driver. As a result, a 26-year-old of London was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Driving while under Suspension.

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On January 29, 2023, at 3:17 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County OPP, while on general patrol observed a vehicle on Wellington Street in Southwest Middlesex, travelling at nearly double the posted 50km/h speed limit. As a result, a 48-year-old of Wallaceburg was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform stunt – Excessive speed.

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On January 29, 2023, at 12:37 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County OPP, while on general patrol observed a vehicle on Richmond Street in Middlesex Centre, travelling well above the posted 60km/h speed limit. As a result, a 41-year-old of London was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform stunt – Excessive speed.

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On January 27, 2023, at 11:24 p.m., members of the Middlesex County OPP were performing a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) Program on Parkhill Main Street, in Parkhill, North Middlesex. A vehicle entered the RIDE program at which time it was determined the driver was not wearing a seatbelt. As a result, a 17-year-old of Parkhill, has been charged with Driver – Fail to properly wear seatbelt.

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On January 27, 2023, at 3:15 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County OPP, while on general patrol observed a vehicle on Elgin Road, Thames Centre, travelling well above the posted 50km/h speed limit. As a result, a 63-year-old of London was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with speeding and Drive – Hand-held Communication Device.

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On January 27, 2023, at 12:55 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County OPP, while on general patrol observed a vehicle on Glendon Drive in Southwest Middlesex travelling at nearly double the posted 50km/h speed limit. As a result, a 66-year-old of Strathroy was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform stunt – Excessive speed.

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On January 27, 2023, at 12:03 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County OPP, Middlesex County OPP, while on general patrol observed a distracted driver on Highway 401 in Thames Centre. As a result, a 43-year-old of Montreal, QC was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Drive – Hand-Held Communication device.

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On January 26, 2023, at 3:53 p.m., a member of the OPP Highway Safety Division (HSD), while on general patrol, observed a suspicious Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV), travelling on Exeter Road in the City of London. A 24-year-old of London was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Permit operation of vehicle – fail to display inspection sticker or proof, Operate commercial motor vehicle – no valid CVOR certificate, Fail to supply driver with daily inspection schedule and Colour coating obscuring interior.

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On January 23, 2023, at 2:03 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County OPP, while on general patrol observed a vehicle travelling well above the posted 100km/h speed limit on Highway 401 in Thames Centre. As a result, a 21-year-old of London was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with Use plate not Authorized for vehicle and speeding.

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Anyone charged with Drive motor vehicle – Perform Stunt receives a 14-day impoundment of the involved motor vehicle and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension as per statute.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or suspect a driver is impaired by drug or alcohol, please call 911.

For non emergent matters the OPP can be reached anytime, 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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Goderich Robbery Update: Arrests Made

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Major Crime Unit continues to investigate a robbery that took place in Goderich on January 23, 2023, at a business on Huron Road. 

On Monday, January 23, 2023, at approximately 9:25 p.m., Huron County OPP was contacted by a store manager who called to report a robbery that had just taken place. Two suspects, a male and female had reportedly stolen numerous items from the store and loaded the items into a smaller SUV just outside the building. During the robbery, the male suspect brandished a knife and threatened the employees who had given chase after the thieves. The male suspect also threatened the employees with a gun; however, one was not observed. The vehicle was last seen travelling at a high rate of speed through the parking lot and eastbound onto Huron Road leaving Goderich. 

After viewing media posts yesterday, two very observant citizens contacted the Huron OPP advising of the whereabouts of the suspect vehicle, and two suspects involved in this investigation. Police were able to locate and arrest both suspects who are now facing criminal charges. The suspect Chevrolet Tracker has been seized pending further investigation.

If you have any information about this incident, please contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

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Branden NEEB Arrested Again – Arson, Assault, Theft, Drugs, Etc.

(NORTH MIDDLESEX, ON) – A Lucan resident is in custody following a series of incidents in Middlesex and Huron Counties last week.

Between December 12 and December 15, the accused was involved in a serious collision with a member of the public, rammed two police cruisers in an effort to flee custody and is alleged to have been involved in the theft of multiple vehicles throughout the counties of Huron and Middlesex.

On December 15, 2022, at approximately 4:58 p.m., members of Middlesex and Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), and the Elgin-Middlesex and Huron-Perth Community Street Crime Units (CSCU), safely brought an individual into custody. 

Branden NEEB, 25-years-old, has been charged under the Criminal Code (CC) and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Assault A Peace Officer with a weapon (two counts)
  • Dangerous operation (two counts)
  • Failure to stop after accident (two counts)
  • Flight from peace officer (two counts)
  • Operation While Prohibited (two counts)
  • Theft of Motor Vehicle (six counts)
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada (two counts)
  • Arson – Damage to Property (two counts)
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order (two counts)
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Operation while Impaired – Drugs
  • Possession of a schedule I substance

The accused was held for a bail hearing.

The investigation is continuing.

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Jeremy WELSH Arrested Again – Theft, Break & Enter, Etc.

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges against a North Perth resident after he was found in possession of stolen property.

On December 16, 2022, just before 11:00 p.m., Perth OPP officers responded to an Ellen Street address in the Municipality of North Perth for a suspicious person. It was reported that a male was removing multiple items from a wagon.

During the investigation, officers were made aware that the male was also connected to a break and enter that took place at a James Street address just prior to this incident. Some of the items that were recovered belonged to the owners of the Break and Enter.

As a result, Jeremy WELSH, 24, a resident of North Perth was arrested and charged with:

–      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

–      Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence

–      Theft Under $5000

–      Failure to comply with Probation Order

The accused was held pending a bail hearing.

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Fatal Hwy 21 Collision

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On December 19, 2022, at 1:07 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a two-vehicle collision along Highway 21 in the Municipality of Kincardine.

Officers responded to the scene with members of Kincardine Fire and Emergency Services Department and Bruce County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to find 2 vehicles involved in the crash.

One person was pronounced deceased at the scene. Their identity is being withheld pending next-of-kin notification.

The South Bruce OPP is continuing to investigate the collision along with members of the OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) team and the Coroner’s office.

Highway 21 was closed between Bruce County Road 15 and Concession 2, Kincardine for the protection of emergency responders. It has since re-opened for traffic. 

The investigation is in its early stages

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School Bus Collision Closes Road

(LUCAN BIDDULPH, ON) – On December 20, 2022, at 7:14 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Middlesex-London Paramedic Service and the Lucan Biddulph Fire department were dispatched to Elginfield Road, Lucan Biddulph, for the report of a collision involving a school bus and 2 passenger vehicles.

As a result of the collision, an occupant in each of the passenger vehicles was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

At the time of the collision, two students were on board the school bus. The students were assessed at scene by paramedics. One student was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. 

Elginfield Road has been closed between Adelaide Street North and highway 23 for the investigation and is expected to remain closed for the next hour. 

The investigation is continuing.

If you have information to assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached anytime, 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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MORAN – Drunk Driving

(WATFORD, ON) – On December 18, 2022, at 12:15 a.m., members of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were initiating a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint on Nauvoo Road when they noticed a vehicle being driven erratically.  

Upon speaking with a driver, it became apparent they had consumed an alcoholic beverage and were displaying signs of impairment. The driver was arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Lambton OPP detachment where they provided two samples over the legal limit.

Garrett MORAN, 31-years-old of Brooke-Alvinston, has been charged with the following:

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

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

A reminder that the OPP Festive RIDE season is ongoing through to the beginning of January. Lambton County OPP has laid 11 impaired charges so far this holiday season while conducting Festive RIDE programs throughout the county.

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.