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7 Impaired Drivers Arrested In 72 Hours

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged seven (7) individuals with impaired related charges in 72 hour span over weekend.

Officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP work tirelessly to improve the safety of their community and ensure the roads are safe from preventable dangers. Through active patrols, a strong partnership with our community (resulting in numerous public generated traffic complaints) and continued efforts through strategic programs; The Orillia OPP laid twenty-one (21) impaired related charges over this past Father’s Day weekend. This is a staggering and concerning number of charges that took place at all hours throughout the day. Orillia OPP officers worked tirelessly and diligently to keep our streets safe, and their efforts are shown through these incidents.

As a result, Derek HUXLEY; 36-year-old, from Barrie, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Dangerous Operation

Rohit PARAJULI; 22-year-old, from North York, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration above 80
  • Fail to surrender Insurance card
  • Fail to carry permit in vehicle
  • Novice Driver – Blood alcohol concentration above zero

Christopher TINNEY; 48-year-old, from Orillia, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – Blood alcohol concentration above zero

Ginelle HICKEY; 39-year-old, from Orillia, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – Blood alcohol concentration above 80

Scott PIKE; 54-year-old, from Barrie, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – Blood alcohol concentration above 80

Justin BEAULIEU; 36-year-old, from Orillia, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

Jacob Puskas; 24-year-old, from Barrie, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Failure to comply with a release order
  • Escape Lawful Custody
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Drive motor vehicle no permit
  • Drive motor vehicle no licence
  • Operate motor vehicle without insurance
  • Drive motor vehicle no plates

All drivers charged with Impaired driving will have their drivers licence suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for 7 days. The Orillia OPP urges everyone to plan ahead and arrange for a safe ride home. Call a friend or call a cab. Remember that any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-8477 (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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Shane DIXON – Break & Enter, Theft, Etc.

 (ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a local man in connection with a break and enter at a business in Orillia.

On June 13, 2025, shortly after 4:00 a.m., officers responded to a report of a break and enter in progress at a Colborne Street business. Officers arrived on scene within minutes but determined that the suspect(s) had fled prior to their arrival. Upon assessing the premises, staff confirmed that a quantity of cigarettes and cigars had been stolen.

Subsequent investigation, including review of video surveillance footage, provided officers with a description of the suspects. Patrols were conducted in the area, leading to the arrest of one individual found in possession of stolen cigars and cigarettes.

As a result, Shane DIXON, age 40, of Orillia, has been charged with:

·        Adult Break, Enter a place – commit indictable offence

·        Adult Theft

·        Adult Disguise with Intent

·        Adult Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada

The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking and is set to appear on July 15, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice, Orillia

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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James HAY Was Arrested After Docking Zone Incident

Orillia, ON – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual with impaired operation of a vessel following an incident in a restricted docking zone.

On June 9, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Orillia OPP officers responded to reports of a boat operator attempting to dock in a restricted area at the Old Cruises Fishing Dock. Witnesses provided officers with a description of the individual, who, during the docking attempt, severed the lines of a local fisherman.

Upon arrival, police conducted an impaired operation investigation. Based on interactions with the individual and witness statements, officers determined that the boat operator was under the influence of alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, James HAY, age 61, of Orillia, has been charged with:

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

The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking and is set to appear on July 08, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice, Orillia

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Scott ARNOLD Was Arrested

(CITY OF ORILLIA, ON)- Members of the Orillia OPP, responded to a multi-vehicle collision that has led to impaired and drug related charges near High Street in Orillia, Ontario late Saturday evening. 

On June 7, 2025, at 11:01 pm, Orillia OPP received a call regarding a multi-vehicle collision near High Street in the city of Orillia. The driver of the vehicles displayed signs of impairment and officers were led into an impaired driving investigation. Through the investigation officers confiscated drugs and alcohol.

As a result; Scott ARNOLD; 40 years old of Barrie, ON. was subsequently charged with:

 ·      Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Possession of Schedule 1 substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of Schedule 1 substance – Opioid

·      Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking

·      Dangerous Operation

·      Possess more than one licence

·      Drive motor vehicle, no current validated permit

The accused is scheduled to appear before the courts on July 15th, 2025 and their drivers licence was suspended for 90 days and the vehicle impounded for 7 days.

 Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information that may be helpful, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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4 More Impaired Drivers Charged

(ORILLIA, ON) – Over the span of 14 hours, members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged four individuals with impaired related charges, through traffic complaints called in by members of the public, and through proactive traffic stops.

On June 5, 2025, just before 1:00 pm, officers of the Orillia OPP responded to a traffic complaint being called in by a member of the public on Line 14 North near Bass Lake Side Road East in Oro-Medonte Township. Upon arrival, officers entered into an impaired investigation due to the driver’s behaviour. The driver was arrested for Impaired Operation and transported back to the Orillia Detachment for further testing by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).

As a result of the investigation, Alisha STEVENSON, 31-year-old from Oro-Medonte, was charged with the following:

–       Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs (CC), and

–       Dangerous Operation (CC)

On June 5, 2025, just before 10:30 pm, officers of the Orillia OPP responded to a traffic complaint being called in by a member of the public of a vehicle driving erratically on Highway 12 from Highway 11 in the City of Orillia. Officers located the vehicle quickly and entered into an impaired investigation. A demand for an Approved Screening Device (ASD) was read, to which the driver complied and provided a sample of their breath, resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL.’ The driver was placed under arrest and transported back to the Orillia OPP Detachment where further testing was completed.

As a result of the investigation, Erik DRURY, 44-year-old from Coldwater, was charged with the following:

–       Operation while Impaired – 80 plus (CC),

–       Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor (LLCA)

On June 6, 2025, at 2:00 am, officers of the Orillia OPP were dispatched to a traffic complaint being called in by a member of the public. The complainant advised there was a suspicious vehicle idling and blocking their driveway on Highway 11 Southbound near Line 5, in Oro-Medonte Township. Officers located the suspect vehicle and entered into an impaired investigation. The driver was arrested for Impaired Operation and transported back to the Huronia West Detachment of the OPP for further testing by a DRE.

As a result of the investigation, Ismail ZOGASI, 28-year-old from Massachusetts, USA, has been charged with the following:

–       Operation while Impaired – Alcohol or Drugs (CC)

On June 6, 2025, at 2:10 am, an officer was conducting general patrol on Coldwater Road near Front Street in the City of Orillia when they observed a motor vehicle commit a Highway Traffic Act violation. The vehicle was followed, where the officer observed signs of impaired driving behaviour. A traffic stop was conducted, and the officer engaged in an impaired investigation. The driver was arrested and transported back to the Orillia Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Cora LINDSAY, 32-year-old of Washago, was charged with the following:

–       Operation while Impaired – Alcohol or Drugs (CC),

–       Operation while Impaired – 80 Plus (CC), and

–       Red Light – Fail to Stop (HTA)

All parties were released from custody with a future court date at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia. Additionally, their licences have been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicles impounded for 7 days.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-8477 (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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36 Arrested In Child Porn Bust – One From Hensall

(ORILLIA, ON) – Thirty-six people have been arrested and charged with a combined total of 128 criminal offences during a proactive child sexual exploitation investigation.

Twenty-one police services from the Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet (Provincial Internet Child Exploitation Strategy) took part in the luring investigation from March 31 to April 11, 2025. Investigators utilized undercover techniques to access online chatrooms and social media applications in order to identify, locate and arrest persons looking to sexually exploit children.

Project highlights include:

  • All of the accused are male, with ages ranging from 18 to 73.
  • Although this was a luring investigation in which officers posed as children online and waited for offenders to make contact, nine real victims were identified. They have been provided support and are safe.
  • One of the accused arrived at the meeting location with snacks and one arrived with sexual paraphernalia (lubricant and condoms)
  • One of the arrested was listed on the National Sex Offender Registry.
  • 51 ongoing investigations remain.

A list of arrested persons, their municipality of residence and their respective charges is attached to this media release (see ADDENDUM – LURING PROJECT). Some of the accused cannot be identified due to a publication ban. Multimedia, including video, is available at opp.ca/news/#/mediakit.

The Provincial Internet Child Exploitation Strategypolice partners have noted a significant rise in reports of online child sexual exploitation and child sexual abuse material in recent years. To learn how to keep children safe, go to Canadian Centre for Child Protection.

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Anthony POTTER – Drunk Driving

(Orillia, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a driver with impaired operation related charges.

On June 4, 2025, at approximately 2:45 p.m, officers from Orillia OPP were conducting Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) on a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) on Horseshoe Valley Road West in Oro-Medonte. While screening all drivers that enter the RIDE, police encountered one driver that provided a Fail on a Approved Screening Device (ASD).

As a result, Anthony POTTER, 62-years-old, from Tay TWP, ON has been charged with:

Operation while impaired-alcohol blood concentration (80 plus) contrary to section 320.14(1)(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges at a later date in June 2025. As a result of these charges, his driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for a period of 7 days.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Angela WELLS Was Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – A complaint of a suspicious vehicle has led to Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substance Charges by the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

On June 4, 2025, at approximately 8:50 a.m, officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious vehicle with a driver slumped over on Jarvis St. in the City of Orillia. Upon arriving on scene, officers noted that the vehicle was on and running, and there was a lone female in the driver’s seat. Speaking with the driver, officers entered into an impaired investigation and ultimately formed grounds to arrest the driver for impaired by drug after failing a Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST). The accused was transported back to the Orillia Detachment for further testing by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).

As result of the investigation, a replica firearm, switch blade knife, 32.6 grams of Methamphetamine, 7.4 grams of Percocet’s and 4 grams of Psilocybin were seized.

Angela WELLS, 34-year-old from Lindsay On, was charged with the following:

  •         Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  •         Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted weapon at Unauthorized place
  •         Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance for the purpose of Trafficking
  •         Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance – Opioid (other than Heroin)
  •         Possession of a Schedule III Substance
  •         Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  •         Have care or control of a vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking with a future court date. Additionally, their driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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More Impaired Drivers Arrested – Names Released

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified by members of the public of driving behaviours that indicated an individual was possibly driving impaired on Highway 11 southbound in Oro-Medonte Township. Officers were dispatched to a separate incident of a motor vehicle collision on county road 169 in Ramara Township. In both incidents officers entered impaired driving investigations.

On June 3, 2025, at approximately 4:16 a.m., officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were notified by the public of a possible impaired driver on Highway 11 southbound, in the township of Oro-Medonte. Officers observed the vehicle’s driving and were led into an impaired driving investigation where one individual was charged with impaired related charges.  

As a result, Jeffrey ALFORD; 35-year-old, from Fort Erie, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – not equipped with ignition interlock device
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Failure to comply with release order
  • Drive while under suspension
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

Furthermore, at approximately 10:49 p.m., officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision in a ditch on County Road 169, in Ramara Township. After arriving on scene officers were again led into an impaired driving investigation where one individual provided samples of breath more than two times the legal limit. The accused was charged with impaired related charges. 

As a result, Louise MAPP; 59-year-old, from Hamilton Township, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – 80 plus

Subsequently the drivers in both instances licences were suspended for 90 days and their vehicles were impounded for 7 days. Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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OPP Claim Ability To Create No-Fly Zones #FilmThePolice #FTP

(Orillia, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) advises of no-fly zone during the RBC Canadian Open.

From June 4 to June 8, 2025, between 10:00 a.m. and 11:59 p.m. daily, a no-fly zone will be in effect over and around the RBC Canadian Open, taking place at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley, located at 19131 Main Street in the Town of Caledon. During this time, the unauthorized operation of drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) is strictly prohibited.

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Pants Down & Yelling Leads to Repeat Offender Kyle CURTIS’s Arrest

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid multiple charges against a male after an afternoon disturbance In the City of Orillia.

On June 1, 2025, shortly after 3:00 p.m., officer from the Orillia OPP were called to a disturbance regarding a male yelling at plaza on West St. S with his pants down. Police arrived on scene and attempted to speak with the male with negative effect. As the male began to escalate and resist officers, he was arrested and taken into custody.

As a result, Kyle CURTIS 42-year-old male, of Fenton Falls has been charged with the following:

  • Adult Fail to Comply with Probation Order X2
  • Adult Causing a Disturbance
  • Adult Resist Peace Officer
  • Adult Poss of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

The accused was held for a Bail Hearing and Remanded into custody

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Gilles DERAICHE – Hit & Run, Impaired Driving, Etc.

 (Orillia, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation after reports of an erratic driving complaint.

On May 30th, 2025, at approximately 5:20 pm, officers responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver. Officers were informed by a member of the public that a Black Pickup truck was driving in a very aggressive and dangerous manner on Highway 11 Northbound swerving back and forth colliding with other vehicles and guardrails. Shortly after, officers located the truck and while engaging with the driver, he became unco-operative and assaultive with police. The male party would eventually be arrested by police and transported to the Orillia Detachment.

 Gilles DERAICHE 28 years old of Gravenhurst was charged with:

  • Adult Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Adult Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Adult Dangerous operation
  • Adult Fail to report accident
  • Adult Fail to stop for police
  • Adult Fail to notify change of address
  • Adult Novice driver – B.A.C above zero

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges at a later date in November 2024. As a result of these charges, his driver’s license has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for a period of 7 days.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Social Media Threats Leads To Arrest

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a male after online threats were made towards several parties involved in a previous assault investigation at Couchiching Park.

On May 29, 2025, Orillia OPP began an investigation after being made aware of threats made on a social media platform. Orillia OPP quickly identified a suspect, leading to an arrest.

As a result of the investigation, Kyle ERCOLINI, 39, of Oro-Medonte, has been charged with Uttering Threats – cause death or bodily harm.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia at a later date to answer to the charge.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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3 Collisions, 3 Impaired Charges

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to three separate motor vehicle collisions in Oro-Medonte and Ramara Township.

On May 22, 2025, at approximately 7:40 p.m., officers from the Orillia detachment were dispatched to a motor vehicle in the ditch on Lakeshore Rd. E Oro-Medonte. After arriving on scene officers were led into an impaired driving investigation where one individual was charged with impaired related charges.

As a result, Ragulan VIJAYARATNAM; 25-year-old, from Pickering, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – 80 plus
  • Adult Mischief – destroys or damages property

Furthermore, at approximately 8:10 p.m., officers from the Orillia Detachment were dispatched to a motor vehicle rollover on Ramara Road 46, in Ramara Township. After arriving on scene officers were led into an impaired driving investigation where one individual was charged with impaired related charges.

As a result, Mark FALBY; 63-year-old, from Brechin, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – 80 plus

Lastly at 03:10 a.m., officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were dispatched to a motor vehicle in the ditch on Line 15 S Oro-Medonte. After arriving on scene officers were led into an impaired driving investigation where one individual was charged with impaired related charges.

As a result, Jennie BECKSTEAD; 27 -year-old, Oro-Medonte ON, has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by drug

All three accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia at a later date. Their driver’s licences have been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Fatal Motorcycle Collision

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal motorcycle (MC) incident that occurred on Monday May 19, 2025, in the Township of Oro-Medonte.

On May 19, 2025, just before 1:27 p.m., Orillia OPP, Simcoe County Paramedic Service and Township of Oro-Medonte Fire, were dispatched to Lakeshore Road East, Oro-Medonte Township for a report of an individual on a motorcycle that had struck two vehicles. The individual was transported to a local area hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

The deceased has been identified as a 64-year-old male of Oro-Medonte Township.

The OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team attended the scene and are assisting with the investigation.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information that may be helpful, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.