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HPPH Huron Perth

HPPH Looking For Public Support/Assistance

(Huron Perth, ON) – Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is looking for a dog involved in an incident in Seaforth on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at approximately 1:15 p.m. The incident took place in front of The Candy Store located at 2 Main Street South, Seaforth.

The dog involved in the incident is described as black and is believed to be a Husky. An individual wearing glasses, and with blond hair in a ponytail, was walking the dog on a leash at the time of the incident.

The health unit is investigating this incident to check if the rabies vaccination status of the dog is up to date.  

HPPH reminds people to always obtain the contact information of the owner(s) of the animal that is involved in an incident. 

Anyone who has information about this dog should contact Huron Perth Public Health at 1-888-221-2133 ext. 3670. After hours or over the weekend, call the main number and follow the prompts to reach our answering service.

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Area OPP Listowel OPP Perth Police Press Releases West Perth

Pedestrian Run Down In Listowel Crosswalk – Suspect At Large

(WEST PERTH, ON) – One person is injured following a vehicle collision with a pedestrian in the Municipality of North Perth.

On September 12, 2025 the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) launched an investigation into a collision that occurred on September 5, 2025 at approximately 3:00 p.m. at the intersection of Wallace Ave North and Campbell St East in the town of Listowel, where a vehicle struck a pedestrian in the crosswalk before departing the area.

The vehicle and person of interest are described as:

  • Grey sedan
  • Elderly caucasian female with grey hair

The pedestrian that was struck by the vehicle sustained minor injuries.

The Perth County OPP is requesting anyone who may have witnessed this collision, has video footage, or can identify the vehicle and person of interest to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Huron Perth Police Press Releases Stratford Police Service

WARNING: Stratford Home Invader Uses Furnace Scam To Gain Entry – Plate #CZEF 163

On Thursday, September 18, 2025, the Stratford Police Service received a report of a suspicious male who had impersonated being a Bick Heating & Cooling employee to enter a residence in the City of Stratford.

It was reported to police that the subject male had contacted the residents of the home the previous night by phone and arranged a maintenance visit for their furnace.

The male arrived at the residence and was permitted into the residence under the pretense that he worked for Bick Heating & Cooling.

The homeowner’s daughter contacted Bick Heating & Cooling after becoming aware that the male was in her parents’ home. It was confirmed that he was not an employee of Bick Heating & Cooling and he was requested to leave the residence immediately.

The subject of this matter has been identified as a 39-year-old resident of Bolton. He is described as a black male, with short black hair, and a black beard. At the time of this incident, he was wearing a dark blue shirt and blue jeans. He arrived at the home in a rented, grey Nissan Sentra, licence plate: CZEF163.

The subject was arrested at Stratford Police Headquarters after being contacted by police. He was charged criminally with Unlawfully in a Dwelling and was released on an Undertaking with a court date of October 27, 2025.

The Stratford Police Service is asking for anyone who has had any similar incidents to contact Cst Tom Lecomte at [email protected]

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

Taylor MILOTTE – Drunk Driving

(PERTH, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Smiths Falls resident with impaired driving.

On Sunday, August 31, 2025, just before 1:30 a.m. police were called regarding a vehicle that struck a hydro pole in the Town of Perth. The vehicle fled, driving into a construction zone before getting stuck. The driver was located, arrested and transported to the OPP detachment in Perth for testing.

As a result of the investigation, Taylor MILOTTE, 27-years-old, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·        Novice driver – B.A.C above zero

·        Class G1 driver – drive without unaccompanied driver

·        Class G1 driver – drive at unlawful hour

·        Drive motor vehicle with liquor readily available

·        Unlawfully drive in a construction zone

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on Monday, September 29, 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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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

Lucas YOUNG Was Arrested Again

(PERTH, ON) – A male, wanted on outstanding arrest warrants, faces new charges after a stolen vehicle was recovered in Perth.

On Friday, July 11, 2025, shortly before 5:30 p.m., a member of the Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check on the occupant of a parked vehicle and a nearby pedestrian.

While talking to the individual who had gotten out of the car and was walking nearby, it was learned that that the driver, who had fled the scene on foot, was wanted on multiple outstanding arrest warrants. It was also learned that the vehicle had been reported as stolen earlier that day.

A tip from a member of the public led officers and the OPP Canine Unit to a nearby location, where the Canine Officer and his partner were able to locate the individual, who was arrested without further incident.

Lucas YOUNG, age 35 of Perth, has been charged with:

  • Obstruct a peace officer
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Driving without a licence
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Failing to comply with a probation order

These charges are in addition to the outstanding warrants.

The accused was remanded in custody following a bail hearing on Monday, July 14, 2025, and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on July 28, 2025.

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Perth Police Press Releases

Fertalizer & Fuel Spilled After Tractor-Trailer Rollover

(PERTH COUNTY, ON) – Two motor vehicle collision involving a tractor-trailer and a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) closes roadway.

On July 11, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), alongside local emergency services responded to a report of a two motor vehicle collision on Road 164, within Perth County. It was reported that the collision involved a tractor-trailer and a SUV, resulting in the tractor-trailer rolling onto it’s side, and spilling fuel and fertilizer over the roadway,

As a result of the collision, Road 164, between Line 42 to Line 46 have been closed, and is expected to remain closed for the next several hours.

Both drivers involved were medically assessed at the scene, with one driver being transported to hospital with minor injuries.

Updates will be provided when available.

The investigation remains on-going, and the Perth County OPP is asking anyone with any dash-cam footage, or eye-witness accounts, to contact Perth County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert – Peter ASSELSTINE Arrested – Details Released

(PERTH, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after a complaint of indecent acts in the Town of Perth.

On Monday June 9, 2025, police responded to an apartment building in Perth for a report of a suspicious person exposing themself in the hallway. Surveillance video shows that, since May, a man had been repeatedly performing indecent acts while standing in the hall.

As a result of the investigation, Peter ASSELSTINE, 56 years-of-age, of the Town of Perth, has been charged with:

·        Criminal harassment – three counts

·        Indecent act in public place – two counts

The individual was held custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

3 Arrested For Theft

(PERTH, ON) – The Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a theft investigation in Perth.

On the Saturday, May 17, 2025, officers responded to a theft in progress at a business in Perth.

Three suspects fled after stealing approximately $1000 worth of alcohol. The were seen heading eastbound in a truck on Highway 7.  

Officers were able to conduct a traffic stop and three people were arrested at the scene and several containers of alcohol seized.

Thomas FAST, 24-years-old of Ottawa, has been charged with:

·          Theft under $5000

·          Fail to comply with release order – two counts

·          Possession of Property obtained by crime

Keith WENNEKES, 51-years-old of Gatineau has been charged with:

·        Theft under $5000

·        Possession of property obtained by crime

Patrick LANGDON, 51-years-old of Ottawa, has been charged with:

·        Possession of property obtained by crime

·        Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·        Fail to surrender insurance card

·        Drive with obstructed plate

FAST and WENNEKES remain in custody for a bail hearing scheduled before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on May 20, 2025. LANGDON was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on 23 June, 2025.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

Joseph BUGBY – Threats & Mischief

(PERTH, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following an investigation into a disturbance.

Lanark County OPP officers responded to an incident in Perth on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, just before 1:00 p.m., after a complaint regarding threats of violence. The investigation resulted in one person being arrested.

Joseph BUGBY, 31-years-old from Perth, has been charged with:

  • Uttering threats – three counts
  • Mischief – two counts

The accused was held for a bail hearing and was scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on May 8, 2025.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

Steven Coveney – Drunk Driving

(Perth Road, ON) – An impaired driver was arrested and charged after an officer stopped the vehicle for a traffic stop.

A Frontenac OPP member was on patrol, in the area of Perth Road village on April 01, 2025, when a vehicle traveling the opposite direction flashed their headlights several times, traveling the opposite direction. Just after 11:40 pm the officer conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle, where the driver exhibited signs of alcohol use.

The driver was requested to provide a roadside breath test, which resulted in an arrest of the driver, who was taken to the Kingston Police headquarters for further breath testing.

A search of the vehicle, after the arrest, located a knife under the driver’s seat.

Steven Coveney, a 46-year-old from Kingston has been charged with:

  • Operation of a conveyance while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus.
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

The driver was released from custody and is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston, on April 29, 2025. They also had their drivers license suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for a period of 7 days.

The OPP would like to remind people that Impaired Driving is a serious threat to public safety. Highway safety is a team sport, do your part and plan a safe ride home.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Attacks Again #WaitInTheTruck

(PERTH, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following an intimate partner violence investigation.

Lanark County OPP officers investigated an incident at a residence in Perth on March 29 ,2025. This resulted in the arrest of a 57-year-old man from Perth.

The individual has been charged with:

·      Uttering threats

·      Assault – two counts.

·      Fail to comply with probation- two counts.

The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on April 1, 2025.

The name of the accused will not be released to protect the identity of the victim.

Victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault are not alone. If you are in immediate danger, please call 911. Lanark County Interval House & Community Support, 24/7 Crisis Line at 613-257-5960 or toll free at 1-800-267-7946. You may choose to call the Assaulted Women’s Help Line (AWHL) 1-866-863-0511. Supports are available, we believe survivors.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

Perth Drug Bust – Details Released

(PERTH, ON) – An investigation lasting several months has resulted in a significant drug seizure and drug trafficking charges against a Perth resident.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit, assisted by members of the Lanark County Detachment and the Canine Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence on Rogers Road in Perth on Thursday, March 13, 2025.

Officers seized approximately 13-grams of suspected crack cocaine, nearly 113-grams of suspected cocaine, over 13-grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine, more than 40-oxycodone pills, over 500-trazadone pills, several alprazolam tablets and more than a dozen hydromorphone pills. They also seized a firearm and ammunition, as well as items typically associated with drug trafficking.

 Kevin SINCENNES, age 45 of Perth, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – four counts
  • Possession of a schedule 4 substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order – two counts
  • Fail to comply with a release order – two counts

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on Friday, March 14, 2025.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

Sebastien LAVERGNE – Assault With Weapon

(PERTH, ON) – An Ottawa resident faces charges after an apparent case of road rage. 

Officers with the Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at approximately 5:45 p.m. 

A vehicle was reported to be travelling on Highway 7 near Perth in a dangerous manner, which led to an alleged road rage incident. This involved one driver approaching the other with a hammer in a parking lot. No injuries were reported.

As a result of the investigation, Sebastien LAVERGNE, age 21, has been charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Dangerous operation of a vehicle

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on March 3, 2025.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

Colin REID Was Arrested

(PERTH, ON) – A Carleton Place resident has been charged after an incident involving a young woman in Perth.

On the afternoon of Sunday, January 19, 2025, the woman had just left a grocery store in Perth when she was confronted by a man. The individual prevented the woman from closing her car door and proceeded to make inappropriate comments. The man ran off when the woman was able to grab her cell phone.

The investigation resulted in the arrest of an individual.

Colin REID, age 40 of Carleton Place and formerly an Ottawa resident, is charged with:

  • Forcible confinement
  • Criminal harassment

The accused was release from custody following a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on March 3, 2025.

This is an ongoing investigation. If anyone has experienced any similar incidents, they should contact the Lanark OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident E250079786.

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OPP Perth Police Press Releases

Gold Scammer Operating In Area – Victim Out $320,000

(PERTH COUNTY, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has received multiple reports of computer pop-up scams lately, and unfortunately a Perth County resident has lost a significant amount of money after they received a notification on their computer indicating there was a security breach of their personal information.

In November 2024, a Township of Perth East resident noticed a pop up on their computer, directing them to call a provided number due to a security breach. The person on the other end claimed to work for Microsoft, and remote access was granted to the victim’s computer. The victim was told that their finances had been compromised.

The victim was directed to withdraw cash from their financial institution, totaling $80,000, and to purchase over $240,000 worth of 100g gold bars from an online company. The gold was delivered to the victim’s house by a delivery company, and on five separate occasions over the next two weeks, unknown people attended the residence to pick up the cash and gold. 

The persons of interest are described as:

–      Asian males

–      Between 25-35 years of age

–      Short, dark hair

–      Described as short in stature

Vehicles of interest:

–      While Lexus sedan

–      Dark coloured small sedans (unknown make/model)

The investigation is ongoing.

The Perth County OPP encourages the public to stay alert and educated to reduce the risk of being a victim of fraud. If you receive an unsolicited phone call or message, asking for personal information (name, birthday, address, phone number, bank information, SIN number) or payment via gift cards for a product, do not provide the information and hang-up the phone and block the phone number. Legitimate organizations do not receive payments by gift cards of any type.

Warning signs to look out for when receiving unsolicited messages include: Emails, text-messages or phone calls sent at odd times of the night, creating a false sense of urgency, spelling errors, lack of punctuation or capitals in sentences, automated messages, random links or attachments, and generic business or company names.

Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.