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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases Toronto

53 Year Old Arrested After Ditch Incident

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Toronto resident is facing impaired charges after their vehicle was found in an Erin ditch.

On October 14, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a vehicle in a ditch on Third Line in Erin. Upon arrival, police located the driver who they suspected to be impaired.

As a result of the investigation, Gabriel TERAN, a 53-year-old from Toronto, was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on October 31, 2025.

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-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases Severn

Home Shot Repeatedly, Police Advise: Don’t Worry About It

(Orillia, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a drive-by shooting that occurred on Eastside Drive in Severn Township.

On October 11, 2025, just after 11:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of shots fired at a residence on Eastside Drive. Upon arrival, police located several spent shell casings on the roadway and observed visible bullet holes in the front of the home. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

Investigators believe this to be an isolated incident and confirm there is no threat to public safety at this time.

The Orillia OPP Crime Unit continues to investigate and is asking anyone with information to contact the Orillia OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit information online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre Woodstock

Robert BRENNEMAN – Drunk Driving

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge after traffic stop.

On October 9, 2025, at 11:59 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while on general patrol on Trafalgar Street in the Municipality of Thames Centre, observed a suspicious vehicle, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Robert BRENNEMAN, a 50-year-old of Woodstock, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

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 November 17, 2025.

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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North Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases Strathroy

Seal Arrested For Drunk Driving

(NORTH MIDDLESEX, ON) – Driver facing Impaired driving charge after vehicle leaves road and enters ditch.

On October 8, 2025, at 7:14 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to Townsend Line near Ausable Road in the Municipality of North Middlesex, for the report of a single vehicle collision.

Investigation revealed a single vehicle left the roadway and entered the ditch.

There were no injuries reported.

As a result, Jana SEAL, a 46-year-old of Strathroy, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – Alcohol

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

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 November 6, 2025.

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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Area OPP Arran-Elderslie OPP Police Press Releases

21 Year Old From Brockton Arrested

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) – On October 10, 2025, at approximately 4:42 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a fail to remain collision on Inkerman Street in Paisley.

Police attended and learned that an off-road vehicle had collided with a cargo van after crossing into the opposite lane at a high rate of speed. The driver fled prior to police arrival. The driver of the cargo van had taken a photo of the suspect vehicle and occupants, where police were able to identify the driver from previous incidents.

Brett HAGAN, 21-years-old, resident of Brockton, was charged with:

  • Dangerous operation, CC 320.13(1)
  • Fail to comply with release order, CC 145(5)(a)

The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing and subsequently remanded into custody.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West Trenton

Samantha BIGGS – Drunk Driving

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges in an impaired driving investigation.

On Sunday, October 12, 2025, at approximately 01:00 a.m., a traffic complaint led Quinte West OPP to suspect a motorist may be under the influence of alcohol.

An Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) was administered, the driver was arrested and transported to the Quinte West Detachment for further testing, which resulted in charges being laid.

Samantha BIGGS, age 40, from Trenton, was charged with the following offences:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville. Additionally, the vehicle was impounded for seven days, and their license suspended for 90 days.

If you suspect that someone is driving or about to drive impaired, call 9-1-1 and report it. You could save a life.

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Cornwall OPP Police Press Releases South Glengarry

Hydro Pole Sheared – Richard ZERAN Arrested And Released

(SOUTH GLENGARRY, ON) – One person is facing charges after a stolen car struck and destroyed a hydro pole east of Cornwall.

On Tuesday, October 14, 2025, shortly after 2:00 p.m., officers with the Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the scene on County Road 2, near Simser Road.

A car had left the roadway and struck a hydro pole, completely shearing it off, leaving power lines hanging approximately a metre above the road. Witnesses reported seeing a man get out of the car and flee on foot.

Initially, officers wanted to ensure the individual was okay following the crash, but officers also learned that the vehicle had been reported stolen.

The OPP Canine Unit was called in to assist with the search and they located the suspect. The individual had no serious injuries as a result of the crash but was transported to hospital as a precaution.

Richard ZERAN, age 56 of Cornwall, has been charged with:

  • Theft of a vehicle
  • Dangerous operation
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Failing to remain at the scene of an accident
  • Failing to report an accident

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Alexandria on December 3, 2024.

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Greenstone OPP Police Press Releases Toronto

$278,450 Hwy 11 Drug Bust

(GREENSTONE, ON) – Members from the Greenstone Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged 2 individuals with Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) offences.

On September 16, 2025, at approximately 12:00p.m., officers from the Greenstone Detachment conducted a traffic stop along Highway 11. During the stop, officers observed a strong smell emanating from the vehicle which led to a search of the vehicle.

As a result, officers discovered large quantities of fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, oxycodone, hydromorphone, and morphine. The drugs were destined for multiple rural communities in Northwestern Ontario and hold a street value of approximately $278 450.

Kaden HAMILTON, 21 years old from Toronto, is charged with the following CDSA offences:

  • 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 – Oxycontin
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl
  • Possession of a Schedule II Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Dilaudid
  • Possession of a Schedule II Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Kadian 24H capsule 100mg

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on October 24, 2025.

Noha KONGOLO, 20 years old from East York, is charged with the following CDSA offences:

  • 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 – Oxycontin
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl
  • Possession of a Schedule II Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Dilaudid
  • Possession of a Schedule II Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Kadian 24H capsule 100mg

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on October 15, 2025.

The investigation is being continued by the Greenstone Community Street Crime Unit with the assistance of the Thunder Bay Police Service’s Cybercrime Unit, and the Ontario Provincial Police’s Digital Forensic Unit.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

$1,000,000 “Drug” Bust After Alleged Dropped 911 Call

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals following an investigation involving drugs.

On October 10, 2025, at around 5:40 p.m., OPP responded to a report of a dropped 9-1-1 call at an address on 6th Line in the Municipality of Port Hope.

While at the location, police discovered what was believed to be an illegal Cannabis grow operation.

As a result, a search warrant was executed with the assistance of the OPP Peterborough-Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

Police seized over 1,000 cannabis plants with an estimated street value of approximately $1,000,000. In addition, over 500 lbs of processed Cannabis were located on the property.

As a result, Yikai DING (59) of no fixed address, and Xiuqi KIU (69) of Markham, have both been charged with:

–      Possess, produce, sell, distribute or import anything with intention to use it to produce, sell or distribute illicit Cannabis

Both individuals were held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

If you have information about drug or property-related offences, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward up to $2,000.

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Bolton Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – Names Released

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid numerous charges against three individuals following a recent warrant execution.

In Autumn 2025, the Caledon CSCU entered into a drug trafficking investigation. With the assistance of Nottawasaga and Southern Georgian Bay CSCU’s, a search warrant was executed upon a residence in the Town of Caledon.

Officers seized approximately 19 grams of Cocaine and various pills, as well as items consistent with the sale and trafficking of drugs, including a cell phone, digital scales, and packaging materials.

As a result of the investigation, three individuals were arrested and charged.

Lindsay ELLIOTT, 33, of Bolton, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – two counts
  • Breach of Recognizance

Matthew REGENT, 39, of Bolton, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Breach of Recognizance

James WILSON, 41, of Brighton, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking.

The accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on October 20, 2025, to answer to the charges.

If you suspect illegal activity in your neighbourhood, you can report it to Caledon OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tecumseh

Hudson HIND-DERSCH Was Arrested

(TECUMSEH, ON) – One person has been charged following a traffic stop in Tecumseh.

On October 12, 2025, at approximately 3:30 a.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a vehicle stop on Lanoue Street in the Town of Tecumseh.

Hudson HIND-DERSCH, 22-years-old of Tecumseh was arrested and charged with the following Liquor Licence and Control Act, Criminal Code, and Highway Traffic Act offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero
  • Having control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

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

The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on October 22, 2025, to answer to the charges.

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 of 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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Arran-Elderslie OPP Police Press Releases West Grey

West Grey Man Busted at Paisley RIDE — Multiple Drugs and Release Order Violations

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) – On October 2, 2025, at approximately 2:24 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program along Queen Street South in Paisley.

A vehicle entered the area, where an officer observed a passenger known to them from previous dealings; and knew them to be violating existing terms of release. They were taken into custody without incident. A search incident to arrest led to the discovery of 4 grams of suspected fentanyl, 5 grams of suspected methamphetamine, and 11 grams of suspected cocaine.

Angus MACASKILL, 40-years-old, resident of West Grey, has been charged with:

  • Failure to comply with release order, CC 145(5)(a) – two counts
  • Possession of a schedule I substance, CDSA 4(1) – four counts

The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently remanded into custody.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Drummond-North Elmsley OPP Perth Police Press Releases

AI Used To Arrest Cory ENNIS – Details Released!

(DRUMMOND-NORTH ELMSLEY, ON) – – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Perth resident with impaired driving.

Officers conducted stopped a possible suspended driver after receiving an Automatic Licence Plate Reader (ALPR) alert, on Sunday, October 12, 2025, just after 3:45 p.m. on Highway 7 in Drummond-North Elmsley Township.

The driver was arrested the driver and transported to the OPP Detachment in Perth for testing.

As a result of the investigation, Cory ENNIS, 38-years-old, has been charged with:

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

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

·        Operate an unsafe vehicle

·        Drive motor vehicle- no licence

·        Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on Monday, November 24, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Area OPP Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

25-Year-Old From Walkerton Arrested After Alleyway Emergence

(BROCKTON, ON) – An All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) operator was arrested for impaired driving after being stopped by the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

On October 4, 2025, at approximately 6:35 p.m., a member of the South Bruce OPP was parked along Colborne Street South when they observed an ATV emerge from an alleyway and onto the roadway. The officer noticed the rider was not wearing a helmet, did not have a number plate affixed to the ATV, and failed to stop for a stop sign.

A traffic stop was initiated where the officer spoke with the rider and detected signs of impairment. They were placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Sean COMYN, 25-years-old, resident of Walkerton, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – B.A.C. 80+, CC 320.14(1)(b)
  • Driving while under suspension, HTA 53(1)
  • No helmet, HTAReg 316 19(1)
  • Off-road vehicle no number plate, ORVA 3(1)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on November 5, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Carleton Place LANARK HIGHLANDS OPP Police Press Releases

John CHARBONNEAU Was Arrested

(CARLETON PLACE, ON) – – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Lanark Highlands Township resident with impaired driving.

Officers were conducting a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) check for possible impaired drivers on Sunday, October 12, 2025, just after 11:30 p.m. in the Town of Carleton Place.

The officers utilized an approved roadside alcohol screening device on a driver. The male was arrested and transported to the OPP Detachment in Carleton Place for testing.

As a result of the investigation, John CHARBONNEAU, 35-years-old, has been charged with 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 Perth on Monday, November 17, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.