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Jayde SLEZSAK – Impaired Driving

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A resident of Port Dover, Ontario is facing an impaired driving charge after an impaired driving investigation in the City of Pembroke.

On April 16, 2025, at approximately 10:15 p.m. members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a possible impaired driver. Officers located the vehicle in a parking lot on Pembroke Street East in Pembroke. As part of the investigation a Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) was conducted, and further testing was conducted by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officer at the detachment. 

As a result of this investigation 24-year-old Jayde SLEZSAK has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offence:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released and is scheduled appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on May 5, 2025.  

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Tracy AYRES – Cocaine

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A local individual is facing a drug possession charge after a disturbance was reported in Pembroke.

On April 9, 2025, at approximately 4:00 a.m. officers from the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to an address on John Street due to an individual disturbing the peace and possibly using drugs. Police located an individual in possession of drugs and an arrest was made. Suspected cocaine was seized during the investigation. 

Tracy AYRES, age 43 of Pembroke, has been charged with the following Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) offence:

  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance – cocaine

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on May 12, 2025. 

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4 Charged In Drug Bust – Names Released

(PEMBROKE, ON) – Four area residents are facing drug charges after members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop in Pembroke.  

On April 5, 2025, at approximately 8:20 p.m., officers stopped a passenger vehicle on Everett Street. Suspected cocaine, along with items typically associated with drug trafficking, were seized by police during the traffic stop. 

As a result of this investigation 31-year-old Aaron LANCE of Chalk River, 23-year-old August LOVE-McCOURT of Arnprior, 28-year-old Sarah PROKSCH of Laurentian Valley Township, and 27-year-old Eric YARASKAVITCH of Pembroke are each facing the following charge under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA):

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

LANCE faces an additional charge under the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) for failing to surrender his licence. 

The accused individuals were all released and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on May 5, 2025.  

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HOPPER Was Arrested

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A wanted individual is now in custody after being arrested in the City of Pembroke.

 On the afternoon of April 3, 2025, members of the East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) located the individual at a residence on Esther Street and, with the assistance of patrol officers from the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the OPP, an arrest was made. The accused was wanted in relation to several criminal investigations this year including failing to stop for police in January, theft from a grocery store in February and thefts from a retail and convenience store in March. 

 Ian HOPPER, age 49 of Petawawa, is charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) and Highway Traffic Act (HTA) offences:

  • Driving while under suspension
  • Flight from police officer
  • Dangerous operation
  • Theft under $5000 – three counts
  • Fail to comply with probation order – seven counts

The accused was held for a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 8, 2025. 

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Chantal ANDERSON Was Arrested

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges against a Pembroke woman after a recent break and enter.   

On March 30, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., officers from the UOV OPP responded to a break and enter in progress at an occupied residence in the 600 block of Pembroke Street West in Pembroke. Entry was gained and a struggle took place between the occupant and the accused. No injuries were reported. Police arrested a female at the scene. 

As a result of this incident Chantal ANDERSON, age 35 of Pembroke, was charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offence
  • Fail to comply with probation order

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 22, 2025.  

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Police Ask Public To Stop Running Down Pedestrians

(PEMBROKE, ON) – With the spring season upon us and more people walking to their destinations, the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind drivers to yield to pedestrians. The law states that vehicles must yield the right of way to pedestrians as they cross at crosswalks at intersections with stop signs or traffic signals. At pedestrian crossovers, drivers must yield to the pedestrian until they have fully crossed the street. Pedestrian crossovers are identified with specific signs, road markings and lights.

The UOV OPP would like to remind drivers of the laws as officers will be conducting directed patrols in the coming weeks to ensure drivers and cyclists are yielding to pedestrians at crosswalks and crossovers. 

Pedestrians should remember the following when crossing roads:

•          Cross only at a crosswalk or crossover and only when it is safe to do so.

•          Do not cross when the light is red or when the do not cross sign is flashing.

•          It is safer to cross when the light first turns green.

•          Be aware of what is going on around you and don’t walk “distracted”

Drivers should always:

•          Watch for children and be cautious during the times children are walking to and      from school as well as taking extra time when traveling in and around school zones.

•          Be patient as some people may require extra time when crossing roads.

•          Slow down, pay attention and don’t drive distracted.

Fines for drivers that commit offences at school or pedestrian crossovers and crosswalks range from $150 to $500 as well as 3 demerit points.

Together we all can make area roadways safe.

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Fire – One Dead

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently on scene at a structure fire in the City of Pembroke.

On March 28, 2025, shortly before 8:00 a.m., OPP and Pembroke Fire were called to a fire on the 300 block of Mary St.

One person was pulled from the structure and taken to a local hospital where they later succumbed to their injuries. While the cause of death cannot yet be confirmed, investigators believe there is no imminent threat to public safety. The identity of the deceased person has not been confirmed.

There remains a detour in place, and it is expected to remain in effect for some time while fire monitors the situation and the investigation continues. The public is asked to avoid the area if possible.

The investigation is still ongoing under the direction of the UOV Crime Unit, with assistance of OPP Forensic Identification Services (FIS), the Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario (OCCO) and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OFPS).

If anyone has any information that may assist the investigation, they should contact the UOV OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or at www.valleytips.ca.

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Christine SCHULTZ – Drunk Driving

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A Laurentian Valley Township resident is facing Criminal Code (CC) impaired driving charges after an incident in the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment area.

On the afternoon of March 21, 2025, members of the UOV OPP responded to a report of a possible impaired driver in the City of Pembroke. Police located the vehicle and driver on Pembroke Street West. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment where readings in excess of two and a half times the legal blood alcohol limit were obtained.   

As a result of this incident 60-year-old Christine SCHULTZ has been charged with the following CC offences:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 14, 2025. 

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WEST – Drunk Driving

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A local driver is facing Criminal Code (CC) charges after a single-vehicle collision in the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment area.

On March 13, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., the UOV OPP responded to a collision involving a pickup truck and street light pole at the intersection of Angus Campbell Drive and Cockburn Crescent in the City of Pembroke. Investigation found that the vehicle was northbound on Angus Campbell Drive when it lost control and left the roadway, striking the light pole. The driver, who was the lone occupant of the pickup, was not seriously injured. 

As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing. Test results were more than double the legal blood alcohol limit. Speed and alcohol are believed to be contributing factors in the collision. 

As a result of this incident Terrence James WEST, age 64 of Pembroke, has been charged with the following CC offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus
  • Dangerous operation

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke April 7, 2025. 

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Logan BROWN – Break & Enter

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged three people after a break and enter at a construction site in Pembroke.

On Monday, March 10, 2025, shortly after 1:00 a.m., police were called to a Construction site on Pembroke Street West. After a search three individuals were located and arrested.

Logan BROWN, 18 years old, of Pembroke was charged with break and enter as well as mischief.

The two other parties arrested were youths and cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. They were charged with break and enter and mischief. One of the youths is also facing two counts of failing to comply with a sentence.

The accused were released and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke at later dates. 

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Joanne MARTIN Arrested Following Collision

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A driver is facing Criminal Code (CC) charges after a multi-vehicle collision in the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment area.

On February 27, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., the UOV OPP responded to a collision involving three vehicles in the 800 block of Pembroke Street West. Investigation found that a vehicle left the roadway, struck a utility pole and continued on, striking two other vehicles which were parked. No injuries were reported. The driver was taken into custody and test results were more than three and a half times the legal blood alcohol limit. 

As a result of this incident Joanne MARTIN, age 47 of Laurentian Valley Township, has been charged with the following CC offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke March 24, 2025. 

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Drug Bust – Names Released

(PEMBROKE, ON) – Two local residents are facing charges after an impaired driving investigation in Pembroke resulted in the seizure of suspected cocaine and the recovery of a stolen vehicle.   

On February 25, 2025, at approximately 11:15 a.m., members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a suspicious passenger vehicle with two occupants parked on Esther Street in Pembroke. Investigation found the vehicle had been previously reported stolen from a rental car agency. The driver was taken into custody and a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officer conducted testing at the detachment. Officers seized suspected cocaine as well as items typically associated with drug trafficking.     

As a result of this investigation the driver, 30-year-old Caitlin DENNIS of Chalk River, has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) offences:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·        Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days. They were released to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on March 10, 2025.  

Vehicle passenger Brandon ROUSSEAU, age 38 of Deep River, was charged with the following CC and CDSA offences:

·        Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·        Fail to comply with probation

The accused was held for a bail hearing and remains in custody until their next appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice on March 6, 2025.  

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2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested – Names Released

(PEMBROKE, ON) – Two drivers are facing Criminal Code (CC) impaired driving charges after members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) recently investigated two separate incidents.

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 3:30 a.m., police conducted a traffic stop on Pembroke Street West in the City of Pembroke. As part of the investigation a Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) was conducted. Further testing was conducted by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officer at the detachment. 

As a result of this incident 28-year-old Sarah PROKSCH of Pembroke is charged with the following CC and Highway Traffic Act (HTA) offences:

•             Operation while impaired – drugs

•             Driving while under suspension

The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on March 18, 2025.

On February 23, 2025, at approximately 1:10 a.m., police were called to a single vehicle collision on Saars Lane in Laurentian Valley Township. Investigation found the vehicle left the roadway and entered the ditch; no injuries were reported. As part of the investigation a Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) was conducted, and further testing was conducted at the detachment.    

As a result of this incident 37-year-old Chandell REYNOLDS of Oshawa, Ontario is charged with the following CC and HTA offences:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs and alcohol

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

·        Possess more than one licence

The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on March 25, 2025.

Both accused individuals had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicles were towed and impounded for seven days.

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Bradley DOELL Was Arrested – Details Released

(PEMBROKE, ON) – Three Pembroke residents are facing charges after an impaired driving investigation resulted in the seizure of suspected fentanyl and cocaine.  

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m. members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a possible impaired driver on Highway 17 in Whitewater Region. Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop on Paul Martin Drive in the City of Pembroke. As part of the investigation a Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) was conducted, and further testing was conducted by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officer at the detachment. Approximately 100 grams of suspected cocaine was seized along with a smaller amount of suspected fentanyl.   

As a result of this investigation 47-year-old Bradley DOELL has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC), Controlled Drugs Substances Act (CDSA), and Highway Traffic Act (HTA) offences:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Operation while prohibited

·        Possession of a schedule I substance – cocaine

·        Driving while under suspension

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. 

Additionally, two passengers in the vehicle, 44-year-old Maydina GAREAU and 43-year-old Crystal GOHR are each charged with the following CDSA offence:

·        Possession of a schedule I substance – cocaine

GOHR faces an additional CDSA charge of possession of a schedule I substance – fentanyl.  

All three accused individuals were released, and they are scheduled appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 1, 2025.

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Brett FLEURY Facing Assault Charges

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A Saskatchewan resident is facing several charges, including assault and weapons offences, after an incident at a store in downtown Pembroke. 

On February 8, 2025, at approximately 9:45 a.m. members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an assault with a weapon. The attacker had fled the scene, but police arrested an individual on a nearby street. Officers seized an edged weapon as part of the investigation. 

Investigation found that a victim in the store had been assaulted with an edged weapon and sustained minor injuries. Three other victims in the area were threatened and one was also physically assaulted.  

As a result of this incident 40-year-old Brett FLEURY of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Assault – two counts
  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm – four counts

The accused was held for a bail hearing and remains in custody until their next appearance on February 11, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke.