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More Impaired Drivers Aressted

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged multiple individuals with impaired over the last days of August 2025.

On Friday August 22, 2025, at approximately 11:00pm, while on patrol on Highway 7 in Otonabee-South Monaghan Township, a Peterborough County OPP officer received a notification through their In-Car Camera’ (ICC) advising of a vehicle ahead of them with an expired permit. The officer stopped the vehicle and upon speaking with the driver, determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The individual was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Omar VELASCO FERNANDEZ (age 42) of North York, ON., was arrested and charged with;

• Operation while impaired

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

• Drive motor vehicle – no licence

• Drive motor vehicle – no currently validated permit

• Fail to surrender insurance card

• Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

• Insecure load

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on September 16, 2025.

On Wednesday August 27, 2025, at approximately 10:00am, Peterborough County OPP officers received a received a traffic complaint related to a vehicle that had been travelling on Highway 7 approaching Norwood. Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. Upon speaking with the driver, the officer determined them to be impaired. The driver was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Christopher REICHERT (age 46) of Marmora, ON., was arrested and charged with;

• Operation while impaired

• Possession of a Schedule 1 substance – Opioid

• Novice driver – presence of drug

• Possess more than one licence

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 7, 2025.

On Friday August 29, 2025, shortly after 7:00pm, officers from the Peterborough County OPP received a call where the caller advised they had witnessed a vehicle that had just sustained damage on Highway 28 in North Kawartha Township and then continued on a short distance before stopping. Officers located the vehicle and after speaking with the driver, determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County detachment for further testing.

Paul BEECHER (age 55) of Whitby, ON., was arrested and charged with;

• Operation while impaired

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

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on September 23, 2025.

On Friday August 29, 2025, at approximately 10:30pm, an officer from the Peterborough County OPP observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed on Buckhorn Road in Selwyn Township. The officer conducted a traffic stop and upon speaking with the driver, the officer determined them to be impaired. The driver was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Connor PATEL (age 24) of Buckhorn, ON., was arrested and charged with;

• Operation while impaired

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

• Speeding

• Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

• Drive motor vehicle, fail to display two plates

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 7, 2025.

On Saturday August 30, 2025, a Peterborough County OPP officer was patrolling Highway 7 through the Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen when they received an alert from their In-Car Camera advising of a stolen vehicle. The officer conducted a traffic stop and the driver was arrested. During the interaction with the driver, the officer determined them to be impaired. The driver was transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Timothy PARIS (age 54) of Brampton, ON, was arrested and charged with:

• Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000

• Operation while impaired

• Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code – two counts

• Fail to comply with Probation Order

• Driving while under suspension

The accused had their driver’s licence further suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 7, 2025.

On Sunday August 31, 2025, Peterborough County OPP officers were dispatched to a call relating to Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). Information was provided that a couple were fighting, and one individual was observed striking another. The pair were then observed leaving the area on a motorcycle. Officers located the motorcycle and after speaking with the two individuals, an arrest was made. While speaking with the couple, the officer determined that the driver of the motorcycle was impaired, and a second arrest was made.

A 24-year-old female was arrested and charged with:

• Assault – Spousal

• Fail to comply with Probation Order

A 29-year-old male was arrested and charged with:

• Operation while impaired

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

• Dangerous operation

• Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

• Drive motor vehicle – no licence

• Drive motor vehicle – no plates

• Drive motor vehicle – no permit

• Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

• Fail to stop for police

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

Both accused have future court dates to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

On Sunday August 31, 2025, at approximately 6:30pm, the Peterborough County OPP received a call where the caller advised they saw a vehicle had gone into the ditch on County Road 36 in the Municipality of Trent Lakes. Officers arrived on scene and were told that the vehicle had been removed from the ditch and continued on with extensive damage. Officers located the vehicle a short distance away and after speaking with the driver, determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

John BAYE (age 67) of Trent Lakes, ON., was arrested and charged with:

• Operation while impaired

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

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 14, 2025.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Krystal LACK – Drunk Driving

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a fifth individual with impaired in less than a week.

On June 11, 2025, at approximately 5:15pm, Peterborough County OPP officers received a call regarding an individual that had been found within a vehicle and was not conscious. The complainant was concerned that the driver may have had a medical episode, so EMS was contacted as well. Officers arrived on scene to find that EMS had already transported the driver to a local hospital for assessment. Officers attended the hospital and upon speaking with the driver, determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested and then later transported to an OPP detachment for further testing where they provided samples of their breath registering over three (3) times the legal limit.

Krystal LACK (age 54) of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Township, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·       Operation while impaired

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

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on July 15, 2025.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

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More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged four individuals with impaired in less than a week.

On June 6, 2025, at approximately 10:30pm, Peterborough County OPP officers were conducting R.I.D.E. on County Road 4 in Douro-Dummer Township. Officers spoke with the driver of a vehicle that had entered the R.I.D.E. and determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. While speaking with the driver, the officer noted an open container of alcohol. The driver of the vehicle was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Eddie WILLIAMS-WATSON (age 35) of Curve Lake, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Dangerous operation

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on July 15, 2025.

On June 8, 2025, just prior to 2:30am, Peterborough County OPP officers were dispatched to a traffic complaint where an individual was believed to be impaired when leaving a residence. Officers were able to locate the vehicle on Highway 7 in Otonabee-South Monaghan Township, and upon speaking with the driver, determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Mandy ALLESTON (age 43) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on July 22, 2025.

On Tuesday June 10, 2025, just after 3:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Highway 28 in Douro-Dummer Township. The complainant advised that the vehicle appeared to be having difficulties maintaining it’s lane. Officers patrolled the area and located the vehicle. Officers conducted a traffic stop and spoke with the driver. Officers determined the driver to be under the influence of alcohol and at that point, the driver was arrested.

Jonathan MAIKA (age 31) of Pembroke, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on July 15, 2025.

On Tuesday June 10, 2025, just prior to 9:30pm, a Peterborough County OPP officer was patrolling on Highway 7 in Otonabee-South Monaghan Township when they received an alert on their Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system regarding a vehicle that had passed in the opposite direction. The officer conducted a traffic stop to speak with the driver about the issue related to the licence plate. During the conversation, the officer determined the driver to be under the influence of alcohol and an arrest was made. The driver was transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Jody NICHOLAS (age 38) of Norwood, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Use plate not authorized for vehicle

·      Fail to surrender insurance card

·      Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

The accused had their driver’s licence further suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on July 8, 2025.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals with impaired driving within a 24-hour period during two separate R.I.D.E. programs.

On March 15, 2025, shortly after 12:00am, Peterborough County OPP Officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. program at an off ramp from Highway 115. A vehicle entered into the R.I.D.E. program where an officer spoke with the driver. The officer requested the driver submit to a Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) and an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand was read. The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point the driver was arrested.

Jeffrey SHIELDS, a 49-year-old from Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 15, 2025

On March 16, 2025, at approximately 12:00am, Peterborough County OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. program in the Township of Asphodel-Norwood. A vehicle entered into the R.I.D.E. program where an officer spoke with the driver. The officer requested the driver submit to a Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) and an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand was read. The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point the driver was arrested. During a search of the vehicle incident to arrest, an open container of alcohol was located.

Justin SOULE, age 43 from Brighton, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

·      Drive motor vehicle with liquor readily available

·      Operate motor vehicle without insurance

The accused had their driver’s licence further suspended, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 15, 2025

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Drug Bust – Names Released

(PETERBOROUGH, ON) – Three individuals are facing a combined seven charges under the Criminal Code (CC) and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) after search warrants were executed in Peterborough, Ottawa and Sault Ste. Marie.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) and Peterborough Police Service (PPS) Drug Unit began a drug trafficking investigation in the summer of 2024, which resulted in arrests in January 2025.

On March 3, 2025, officers conducted a vehicle stop and arrested an individual for drug trafficking offences. Three search warrants were also executed in Peterborough, Ottawa and Sault Ste. Marie by officers from OPP OCEB, OPP Provincial Operations Intelligence Bureau, Sault Ste. Marie OPP, Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry OPP Community Street Crime Unit, PPS and Sault Ste. Marie Police Service (SSMPS).

On March 6, 2025, SSMPS executed a search warrant in Sault Ste. Marie.

The investigation resulted in the seizure of the following items:

  •         Approximately 635 g of suspected fentanyl
  •         Approximately 60 g of suspected cocaine
  •         Approximately $10,000 in Canadian currency
  •         Four cell phones

The estimated street value of the drugs seized is $133,000.

Jonathan MORNINGSTAR, age 31 of Ottawa, has been charged with the following two offences under the CC and CDSA:

  •         Possession of property obtained by crime
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa on April 17, 2025.

Antonio WILLIAMS, age 30 of Toronto, has been charged with the following three offences under the CC and CDSA:

  •         Possession of property obtained by crime
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sault Ste. Marie on March 31, 2025.

Kyle MCLELLAND, age 20 of Sault Ste. Marie, has been charged with the following two CDSA offences:

  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  •         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sault Ste. Marie on March 31, 2025.

Anyone with any information about the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illicit drugs should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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83 Year Old Facing Firearms & Explosive Charges

(PETERBOROUGH, ON) – Police have made an arrest in the City of Peterborough following a nearly year-long investigation.

On May 11, 2024, members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation after receiving information from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in New Brunswick.

On March 4, 2025, Caledon OPP members executed a search warrant at a property in the City of Peterborough with assistance from the OPP Explosives Disposal Unit and the 8th Wing Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit from the Canadian Forces Base Trenton.

As a result of the investigation, John BUTCHER, 83 years old of Peterborough, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000, s. 355(b)

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, s. 354(1)a

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm, s. 91(1)

·      Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm, s. 91(1) – three counts)

·      Explosives – making or possessing for unlawful purpose, s. 82(1) – two counts

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on March 13, 2025.

The investigation continues by the Peterborough County OPP Crime Unit under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch. Assistance was provided by the Grey Bruce OPP Crime Unit, Caledon OPP, Peterborough County OPP, OPP Community Street Crime Units from Caledon and City of Kawartha Lakes, OPP Emergency Response Team, and OPP Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit.

Anyone with any information about this investigation is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

A publication ban has been issued and as a result, the OPP will not be able to provide further information.

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3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three individuals with impaired driving within a 24-hour period.

On March 8, 2025, shortly after 9:00pm, a Peterborough County OPP Officer was conducting general patrol on Highway 115 when they noticed a pickup truck in the emergency turn around lane. The officer conducted a traffic stop and was told by the driver that they were trying to get in touch with their spouse. The officer detected an odour of alcohol on the driver made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The officer observed a youth in the rear of the vehicle so requested the driver step out so as not to conduct the test in front of the youth. The driver complied with the demand resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point they were arrested. Arrangements were made for the youth to be picked up.

The driver, a 41-year-old from Kingston, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 1, 2025

On March 9, 2025, just prior to 4:30am, a Peterborough County OPP officer observed a vehicle on Parkhill Road in the City of Peterborough, driving with out any rear lights visible. The officer conducted a traffic stop and while speaking with the driver, detected the odour of alcohol coming from the driver. The officer made a demand for the ASD. The driver complied with the demand resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point they were arrested. During the interaction with the driver, it was also determined that the driver was currently suspended from operating a motor vehicle in Ontario.

Connor COWIE, age 23 from Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Drive without proper rear light – motor vehicle

·      Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

The accused had their driver’s licence further suspended, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 1, 2025

On March 9, 2025, just after 9:00pm, a Peterborough County OPP officer was conducting speed enforcement on Highway 115. The officer observed a vehicle travelling a rate noticeably higher than the posted 100km/hr speed. The officer obtained a speed reading and then conducted a traffic stop. Upon speaking with the driver, the officer detected an odour of alcohol coming from the driver. The officer made a demand for the ASD. The driver complied with the demand resulting in a reading of ‘FAIL’ at which point they were arrested.

Antonio CRUZ, age 56 from Etobicoke, ON., was arrested and charged with:

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

·      Speeding

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 1, 2025.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Large Drug Bust – Jayson MCCONNELL Arrested Again

(PETERBOROUGH, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Peterborough County / Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) arrested an individual in relation to an ongoing trafficking investigation.

On Wednesday February 26, 2025, members of the Peterborough/Northumberland CSCU located an individual on Highway 115 believed to be involved in trafficking. Officers conducted a traffic stop at which point the driver was placed under arrest.

Officers conducted a search incident to arrest and located a kilogram of suspected Cocaine as well as Marihuana Hash and Marihuana Bud.

Immediately upon being arrested, the accused advised that they needed to attend an industrial unit located in Peterborough City as a large Marihuana Extractor had been left running and if it was not shut off, it could explode. Officers, along with the Peterborough Fire Department attended and the machine was safely shut off.

Warrants were executed at both the industrial unit as well as the accused’s residence where police located a large Marihuana resin extraction machine, 51 garbage bags filled with Marihuana bud/shake, 2kg of Marihuana Hash, and approximately 10 litres of Marihuana oil.

Jayson MCCONNELL (age 39) of Ennismore, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession for the purpose of distributing Cannabis (two counts)

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

·      Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon

·      Fail to comply with a Release Order

·      Obtain or offer to obtain Cannabis by any method or process (manufacturing, altering chemical or physical properties)

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

During the arrest, officers located and seized:

·      1 kilogram of Cocaine

·      $755 in Canadian Currency

·      2 kilograms of Hash

·      10 litres of Hash Oil

·      Large amounts of Marihuana for processing

·      Large Industrial Marihuana Resin Extraction machine

·      Various chemicals associated with Marihuana Resin extraction

·      51 garbage bags of Marihuana Shake

·      A spring-loaded knife

·      Cellphone

The Ontario Fire Marshall is also looking into possible charges/fines in relation to the operation of the Marihuana extraction machine.

The Peterborough County / Northumberland CSCU would like to recognize and thank the Peterborough Police Service for the role they played in this investigation. As well, we would like to thank the Peterborough Fire Department for their assistance in ensuring the safe shut down of this lab.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Drug Bust – Names Released

(PETERBOROUGH, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Peterborough County / Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), assisted by the Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) unit, arrested three individuals in relation to an ongoing trafficking investigation.

On Wednesday February 5, 2025, members of the Peterborough/Northumberland CSCU, along with ROPE located an individual in the city of Peterborough believed to be involved in trafficking. Officers observed the vehicle they were in, enter a parking area of a business located on Lansdowne Street. Officers approached the vehicle taking three individuals into custody. Upon a search of the vehicle, a handgun and ammunition were located.

A warrant was executed at the residence of the driver of the vehicle where a person wanted out of Northumberland was located and arrested. As well at this location, officers located a shotgun as well as a prohibited rifle and ammunition.

Wallace GROVES (age 42) of Trent Hills, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Other Drugs

·      Possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo

·      Occupant of Motor Vehicle knowing there was a firearm (two counts)

·      Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm (two counts)

·      Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm (two counts)

·      Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition

·      Breach of Recognizance

·      Possession of Proceeds obtained by Crime Over $5000

·      Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition contrary to a Prohibition Order (four counts)

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

Leanne LOCKHART (age 31) of Trent Hills, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo

·      Occupant of Motor Vehicle knowing there was a firearm (two counts)

·      Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm (two counts)

·      Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm (two counts)

·      Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

David LIEBENOW (age 62) of Norwood, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm (two counts)

·      Occupant of Motor Vehicle knowing there was a firearm (two counts)

·      Possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

During the arrest, officers located and seized:

·      3.5 grams Crack Cocaine

·      56 Oxycodone pills

·      Canadian Currency

·      one Revolver style Handgun

·      one Shotgun

·      one Rifle

·      ammunition

·      Three cell phones

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Drug Bust – Names Released

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Peterborough County / Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) have arrested four individuals in relation to an ongoing trafficking investigation.

On Wednesday January 22, 2025, members of the Peterborough/Northumberland CSCU made an arrest of two individuals during a suspected drug transaction. The individuals were searched and officers seized 40.9 grams of Fentanyl and 7 grams of crack cocaine.

Officers further executed a search warrant of a location in the Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan and further seized 23 grams of cocaine, 9.9 grams of crack cocaine, 118 Percocet, drug packaging, digital scales, and $8,010 in Canadian currency. During the search, a third person, currently wanted by the Peterborough Police Service (PPS), was located and turned over to them.

A second search warrant was executed at a location in Peterborough City where a fourth (4th) person was located and arrested. During this search, officers seized an additional 77 grams of cocaine as well as $1,287 in Canadian currency. An additional unrelated person with multiple outstanding warrants with PPS was also located and turned over to them

John FOOTE (age 61) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Opioid (other than heroin) – two counts

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of Proceeds obtained by Crime Over $5000

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

Patrick MIDDLETON (age 38) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Opioid (other than heroin)

 Jessica NEEDHAM (age 37) of Peterborough, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Opioid (other than heroin)

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession of Proceeds obtained by Crime Over $5000

Both these accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on February 18, 2025.

A fourth accused, a 45-year-old from Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

·      Possession of proceeds obtained by Crime Under $5000

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

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Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Even More Impaired Drivers

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged five individuals with impaired related charges within the first few days of the 2024 Festive R.I.D.E. campaign.

     On November 22, 2024, just after 7:30pm, a Peterborough County officer was on general patrol on Highway 7 in Otonabee-South Monaghan Township. The officer’s attention was drawn to a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed. The officer conducted a traffic stop and after a brief conversation with the driver, the officer determined they were under the influence of alcohol. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.

Thomas HUFF (age 27) of Nepean, ON., was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on January 7, 2025.

     On November 22, 2024, just after 8:00pm, officers from the Peterborough County OPP were dispatched to a traffic complaint which resulted in the vehicle leaving the roadway and ending up in a ditch. Officers responded to the location on Highway 7 in the Asphodel-Norwood Township and observed a vehicle in the ditch with the driver making effort to drive the vehicle back out on to the road. The officer approached and instructed the driver to stop. After a brief conversation with the driver, the officer determined they were under the influence of alcohol. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.

Cole EDWARDS (age 20) of Douro-Dummer Township, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired

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

·      Novice Driver – B.A.C. above zero

·      Young Driver – B.A.C. above zero

·      Fail to notify change of address

·      Driver fail to surrender licence

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on January 7, 2025.

     On November 23, 2024, just after 12:00am, officers from the Peterborough County OPP were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Highway 7 in Cavan-Monaghan Township. The vehicle in question had attempted to access Highway 115 northbound lanes but failed to negotiate the bend on the on-ramp, resulting in the vehicle leaving the roadway and coming to a stop in the ditch. Officers attended the location and spoke with the driver noting signs of impairment. The driver of the vehicle was arrested.

Luke STEVENSON (age 24) of Douro-Dummer Township, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on January 7, 2025.

     On November 23, 2024, just prior to 7:00pm, a Peterborough County OPP officer was conducting speed enforcement on Highway 115. The officer’s attention was drawn to a vehicle travelling well above the posted 100km per hour speed limit. The officer obtained a speed reading of 168km per hour, locking the speed on their LIDAR at 166km per hour. The officer conducted a traffic stop. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.

Paul GREEN (age 28) of Newcastle, ON., was arrested and charged with:

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

·      Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt – Excessive Speed

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on January 7, 2025.

     On Sunday November 24, 2024, just prior to 2:30pm, officers from the Peterborough County OPP were dispatched to a single motor vehicle in the ditch call on Yankee Line in Selwyn Township. Officers arrived on scene and observed a vehicle in the south ditch, with an individual still in the driver’s seat. Officers spoke with the driver noting signs of impairment at which point the driver was arrested.

Craig TALBOT (age 53) of Ennismore, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on December 17, 2024.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Abdul MALIK – Drunk Driving

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after stopping at a R.I.D.E. program.

On November 18, 2024, just prior to 12:30am, Peterborough County OPP Officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. program at County Road 4 and Television Road. A vehicle entered the R.I.D.E. program and an officer spoke with the driver. After a brief conversation with the driver, the officer determined they were under the influence of alcohol. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.

Abdul MALIK (age 48) of Otonabee-South Monaghan Township, ON., was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on December 17, 2024.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

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5 Arrested In Drug Bust

(PETERBOROUGH, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Peterborough County / Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), assisted by the Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), Peterborough Police Service (PPS), and Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS), arrested five individuals in relation to an ongoing trafficking investigation.

On Thursday October 3, 2024, members of the Peterborough/Northumberland CSCU located an individual in the city of Peterborough believed to be involved in trafficking. Officers went to arrest the individual who attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended shortly afterwards.

Robert DAVIS (age 33) of Ajax, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Fentanyl

·      Possession of Proceeds obtained by Crime Over $5000 – (two counts)

·      Obstruct Police

·      Possession of a loaded prohibited firearm

·      Tampering with a serial number

·      Careless Storage of a Firearm

·      Possession of a Prohibited Device

·      Possession of a Firearm contrary to a Prohibition Order

During the arrest, officers located and seized:

·      6 ounces of Fentanyl

·      Canadian Currency

·      Two cell phones

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

Upon the arrest, members of the Central East OCEB, Quinte West CSCU, and officers from PPS conducted entry and searches at a Peterborough address as well as a location in Campbellford.

During the search in Campbellford, officers located and seized:

·      90 Percocet

·      1 gram Fentanyl

·      Canadian Currency

·      2 long guns (suspected to be stolen)

·      2 scales

·      Cell phones

·      Taser

During the search in Peterborough, officers located and seized:

·      231 grams of Cocaine

·      170 grams of MDMA

·      Canadian Currency

·      A handgun

·      A shotgun

·      Digital camera (suspected to be stolen)

·      2 E-bikes (suspected to be stolen)

·      Cell phones

·      Ammunition

Upon entry of the Peterborough location officers located two persons as well as an unloaded handgun. Both were arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment.

Tracy BEAULNE (age 52) of Peterborough, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – MDMA

·      Unauthorized possession of a restricted firearm

·      Possession of a firearm knowing Serial Number has been Tampered With

·      Careless storage of a firearm

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

A youth (Y/O) was also found at the location and arrested and charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – MDMA

·      Unauthorized possession of a restricted firearm – (two counts)

·      Careless storage of a firearm – (two counts)

·      Fail to comply with Probation Order

·      Possession of proceeds obtained by Crime Under $5000

·      Fail to comply with Undertaking

The youth was held for Bail

Peterborough CSCU members, City of Kawartha Lakes Police, Central East OCEB, and DRPS also conducted a search warrant at a location in Ajax.

During the search, officers located and seized:

·      A loaded firearm and ammunition

·      Canadian Currency

·      Jewelry

·      Bullet proof vest

·      A gold bar

·      Cell phones

·      A Mercedes C54

·      A baton

·      Scales

As part of the seizures, investigators have identified property believed to have been stolen and are seeking assistance in identifying the rightful owners. Officers have seized two higher end bicycles, a camera, and two rifles. If you believe you are the owner, or have information to lead us to the owners, please contact the Peterborough County OPP detachment at (705) 742-0401.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Dillan FARNELL – Theft, Break & Enter, Etc.

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) entered into an investigation regarding multiple Break and Enters and Thefts which has resulted in an arrest.

On Wednesday October 2, 2024, members of the Peterborough County OPP CSCU, assisted by the Peterborough Police Service (PPS), received information regarding a person believed to be involved in a string of Break and Enters and Thefts that occurred in both Peterborough County and Peterborough City.

Officers attended a location in Peterborough City, identified the individual and arrested them.

Dillan FARNELL (age 26) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:

  • Theft of motor vehicle (three counts)
  • Theft under $5000 (five counts)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime (two counts)
  • Operation while prohibited
  • Break and Enter – Commit Indictable Offence (four counts)
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Michael POLLEY – Drunk Driving

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after stopping at a R.I.D.E. program.

On Saturday September 7, 2024, shortly after 2:15pm, Peterborough County OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. program at Highway 115 and Highway 7A. A vehicle entered the R.I.D.E. program at which point the officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.

Michael POLLEY (age 46) of Cavan, ON., was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 15, 2024.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).