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Chatsworth OPP Owen Sound Police Press Releases

49 Year Old From Owen Sound Arrested

(CHATSWORTH, ON) The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an Owen Sound resident following an impaired driving investigation in the Township of Chatsworth.

On January 5, 2026, at approximately 7:24 a.m., a Grey Bruce OPP officer was travelling southbound on Highway 10 near Sideroad 60 when they observed a vehicle travelling southbound in the northbound lane. The officer conducted a traffic stop and, following further investigation, the driver was placed under arrest.

Srikumar THEKKEPURAKKAL DASAN, 49 years old, from Owen Sound, has been charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

  • Impaired Operation – Alcohol
  • Impaired Operation – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous Operation

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on January 22, 2026.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Area OPP Georgian Bluffs OPP Owen Sound Police Press Releases

29 Year Old From Owen Sound Arrested

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – An individual from Owen Sound is facing impaired driving-related charges stemming from a single motor vehicle collision that had occurred on Somers Street, near 16th Street W, in the Township of Georgian Bluffs.

On Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., members of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report from a citizen about a pickup truck stuck in a ditch. The citizen believed the driver was impaired. Police attended, identified the driver, and subsequently arrested them.

Corey CARDER, 29-years-old, of Owen Sound, is charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Alcohol
  • Operation while Impaired – 80 plus
  • Dangerous Operation

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on January 22, 2026.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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North Huron OPP Owen Sound Wingham

Attempted Fraud In Wingham – Christopher GIBBONS-SPEARS Arrested

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fraudulent attempt to obtain a vehicle permit following a report to police on December 18, 2025. 

On December 18, 2025, police were contacted regarding a suspect attempting to fraudulently obtain a vehicle replacement registration for a pickup truck in the Town of Wingham, Township of North Huron. Police arrived minutes later and arrested the suspect at the scene.

The accused individual was identified and charged as follows:

Christopher GIBBONS-SPEARS, 39 years-of-age from Owen Sound has been criminally charged with:

–      Fraud over $5,000,

–      Use, Deals, Acts on Forged Document.

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

For more information on common frauds and scams, visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre’s website at antifraudcentre.ca

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Area OPP OPP Owen Sound Police Press Releases

Owen Sound Homicide Update – Three Accused Returned to Canada 

(OWEN SOUND, ON) – Three individuals have been extradited to Canada to face charges stemming from a homicide investigation conducted by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Owen Sound Police Service (OSPS).

On Thursday, August 17, 2023, at approximately 9:20 p.m., Sharifur Rahman, 44 years old of Owen Sound, was assaulted on 2nd Avenue East. He later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased on Thursday, August 24, 2023. As part of the investigation, police determined the suspects had fled the country, leading the OPP and OSPS to work with international partners to coordinate overseas arrests.

On Tuesday, July 30, 2024, Police Scotland arrested 24-year-old Robert EVANS and 47-year-old Robert Busby EVANS in Edinburgh, Scotland. On Tuesday, October 29, 2024, 54-year-old Barry EVANS was arrested by Police Scotland in Dalkeith, Scotland.

Following the extradition process, on Thursday, December 11, 2025, OPP and OSPS investigators escorted the three accused from the United Kingdom (UK) to Ontario. Assistance was provided by UK law enforcement members from the National Extradition Unit of the National Crime Agency and Police Scotland.

The three accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on Friday, December 12, 2025.

The investigation was conducted by the OSPS under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Assistance was provided by the OPP West Region Crime Unit, OPP Forensic Identification Services and the OPP Regional Support Team. Support was also provided by Hanover Police Service, West Grey Police Service, Police Scotland, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL), Ottawa Fugitive Apprehension Support Team and UK law enforcement members from the National Extradition Unit of the National Crime Agency.

The OSPS and the OPP would like to express their sincere appreciation to the Owen Sound community and neighbouring jurisdictions for their patience and continued support as this investigation has continued. We are aware of the impact this investigation has had on the victim’s family and the local community. We are also deeply grateful to everyone who came forward with information to assist police during the investigation.

As this case is now before the courts, the OPP and OSPS cannot provide any additional information on the investigation.

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OPP Owen Sound Police Press Releases

SIU Invokes Silence & Mandate After Fractured Arm At Retirement Home #FilmThePolice

(OWEN SOUND, ON) – The province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate following an incident in Owen Sound.

On Saturday, November 22, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., the Grey Bruce Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a retirement home where a male was in distress. During the interaction, the individual fractured their arm.

The OPP has contacted the SIU, which has invoked their mandate. As such, the OPP will not be able to provide any further information. Any media inquiries related to the SIU investigation should be directed to [email protected].

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Area OPP Arran-Elderslie Brockton OPP Owen Sound South Bruce

21 Year Old Arrested After Pedestrian Incident

(BROCKTON, ON) – On March 7, 2025, at approximately 7:50 a.m., the South Bruce and Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with the Arran-Elderslie Fire Department, and Bruce County Paramedic Services responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian on the Grey Bruce Line between Concession 2 and Concession 4, Municipality of Arran-Elderslie.

A 28-year-old pedestrian from Aurora was transported to a trauma centre with life threatening injuries.

After a thorough investigation by the South Bruce OPP, West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team, with assistance from the Ministry of Labour, a 21-year-old resident of Owen Sound has been charged with:

  • Careless driving causing bodily harm, HTA 130(3)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Provincial Offences Court on October 7, 2025, to answer to the charge.

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Owen Sound

Owen Sound Homicide Update – Names Released

(OWEN SOUND, ON) – Further information about arrests is being provided in relation to a homicide investigation being conducted by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Owen Sound Police Service (OSPS).

The investigation started when Sharifur RAHMAN, a 44-year-old resident of Owen Sound, was assaulted on 2nd Avenue East in Owen Sound on August 17, 2023, around 9:20 p.m. He succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased on August 24, 2023. Police discovered that the suspects linked to the assault had left the country, prompting OPP and OSPS to collaborate with international partners to coordinate the arrests overseas.

Due to the nature of the investigation and the international element, the information was sealed in an effort to support the apprehension of the accused. On August 15, 2024, the OPP and OSPS released limited information that arrests have been made. As the information was sealed and one suspect was outstanding, further information could not be released.

Two individuals, both citizens of the United Kingdom (UK), have been arrested and charged with Criminal Code offences:

  • Robert EVANS, 24 years old, has been charged with Manslaughter, contrary to section 236(b).
  • Robert Busby EVANS, 47 years old, has been charged with Accessory after the Fact to Commit Indictable Offence, contrary to section 463(a).

On October 29, 2024, Barry EVANS, 54 years old of the UK, was arrested and charged with Accessory after the Fact to Commit Indictable Offence, contrary to section 463(a).

The individuals are currently in the UK and are before the courts in relation to extradition. There are no timelines available for the extradition of the accused individuals.

The investigation is continuing by the OSPS under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with the assistance of the OPP West Region Crime Units, OPP Forensic Identification Services and the OPP Regional Support Team, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Assistance was also provided by police services in West Grey and Hanover, the RCMP, INTERPOL Ottawa Fugitive Apprehension Support Team (FAST) and UK law enforcement members from the National Extradition Unit of the National Crime Agency and Police Scotland.

The OSPS and the OPP would once again like to extend their gratitude to the Owen Sound community and neighbouring jurisdictions for their support and valuable tips. We acknowledge the significant impact this case has had on the community and sincerely appreciate everyone’s patience as we continue our thorough and comprehensive investigation.

Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.