Category: Picton

(PICTON, ON) – Despite the recent conclusion of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Festive Ride campaign, impaired driving continues to pose a serious risk in Prince Edward County.

The province-wide initiative, which ran from November 20, 2025, to January 1, 2026, resulted in more than 700 impaired driving arrests across Ontario, including 150 drivers charged in the East Region. Despite these efforts, since January 1, officers from the OPP Prince Edward County Detachment have charged two additional drivers with impaired driving.

On Saturday, January 10, 2026, shortly before 10:00 p.m., officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision. Officers located the motorist, and the individual was arrested and transported to the detachment for testing.

Matthew Miller, age 40 of Hillier, was charged with:

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

On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, shortly after 08:00 p.m., officers responded to another report of a motor vehicle collision. The individual was arrested and transported to the detachment for testing.

Chloe Nugent, age 19 of Lindsay, was charged with

• Operation while impaired – alcohol
• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
• Novice Driver – blood alcohol concentration above zero

Both accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton at a later date.

The OPP reminds motorists that new impaired driving penalties took effect January 1, 2026. Drivers are urged to make safe choices and never drive impaired.

For more information on impaired driving laws and penalties, visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

(PICTON, ON) – The Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) partnered with Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) officers during an investigation that led to multiple firearm-related charges.

On Sunday, December 7, 2025, shortly after 6:00 p.m., MNR officers discovered a vehicle in an area where hunting activity had been observed. A query of the licence plate revealed the registered owner was prohibited from possessing firearms or ammunition. Officers believed the individual was actively hunting and possibly in possession of a firearm, contrary to those conditions.

OPP and MNR officers subsequently located the individual in a hunting blind in possession of a loaded firearm.

As a result of the investigation, Peter NORTON, age 57 of Picton, was charged with:

• Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order
• Unauthorized possession of firearm
• Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville for a bail hearing.

(PICTON, ON) – Three people have been charged following an assault in Picton, Ontario.

On Saturday, November 29, 2025, shortly after 6:30 p.m., the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an assault outside a business on Picton Main Street.

Officers identified and arrested two suspects later that evening. Both were taken into custody without incident.

Cameron MCINTOSH-BARTON, age 33 of Cherry Valley, has been charged with:

• Mischief
• Assault – two counts

Sidney HILTON, age 30 of Picton, has been charged with:

• Assault
• Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm

As part of the investigation, it was also revealed that a knife was involved during the altercation. Subsequently, officers have charged:

Ryan GODFREY, age 27 of Belleville, has been charged with:

• Assault with a weapon
• Carrying concealed weapon
• Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

All three accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton at a later date.

The OPP reminds residents that carrying or using edged weapons during disputes can lead to serious injuries or criminal charges. If you feel threatened or unsafe, walk away and call police immediately. Violence is never the solution.

(PICTON, ON) – The Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a second individual in connection with the armed robbery and vehicle theft that occurred at a Picton gas station on November 22, 2025.

As part of the investigation, officers have charged:

Danielle TIFFIN, age 27 of Picton, has been charged with:

·        Obstruct Peace Officer

·        Fail to comply with probation order

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton at a later date.

(PICTON, ON) – One person has been charged after an armed robbery and vehicle theft at a Picton gas station.

On Saturday, November 22, 2025, shortly before 1:30 a.m., officers with the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a reported robbery at a gas station in Picton. The masked individual, allegedly armed with a handgun, fled the scene in a stolen vehicle.

Numerous resources were deployed to ensure public safety while actively searching for the individual and the vehicle involved. Coordinated efforts by the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit, OPP Emergency Response Team, Canine Units, Forensic Identification Services and Prince Edward County OPP Crime Unit resulted in the successful identification, and arrest, of an individual.

Dylan BARSLEY, age 22 of Picton, has been charged with:

• Robbery using firearm (restricted or prohibited)
• Unauthorized possession of a firearm
• Theft of motor vehicle
• Disguise with intent
• Dangerous operation
• Flight from peace officer – two counts
• Failure to comply with release order – two counts

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville for a bail hearing.

(PICTON, ON) – Three people are facing charges after a seizure of drugs and other items in Picton.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) began an investigation into drug trafficking in the area this fall.

On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, around 7:00 p.m., officers with CSCU, assisted by OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit, OPP Emergency Response Team members, the Canine Unit and Prince Edward County OPP members, executed a search warrant at a residence on Evans Street in Picton.

Three parties were taken into custody. Officers seized over 190 grams of suspected cocaine, 12 grams of suspected ecstasy (MDMA), and over $15,000 in cash. They also seized items associated with drug trafficking and approximately $20,000 worth of jewelry.

Trevor HENNESSY, age 40 of Picton, has been charged with:

• Possession of schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – two counts
• Possession of prohibited device or ammunition for dangerous purpose
• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $500
• Fail to comply with probation order

Brianna SKUFFHAM-CONNOLLY, age 22 of Picton, has been charged with:

• Possession of schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – two counts
• Possession of prohibited device or ammunition for dangerous purpose
• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $500

Brandon WANAMAKER, age 37 of Milford, has been charged with two counts of possession of schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – two counts.

HENNESSY and SKUFFHAM-CONNOLLY were held pending a bail hearing. Wanamaker was released from custody and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton at a later date.

(PICTON, ON) – Two people have been charged with assault with a weapon after an incident in Picton.

On Saturday, November 1, 2025, around 2:15 a.m., officers with the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a reported stabbing at a local residence.

Officers arrived to find three victims with non-life-threatening injuries. Another individual reported they were threatened with a knife.

Officers recovered a weapon at the scene, and two individuals were arrested.

Phoenix DRAPER, age 23 of Belleville, has been charged with:

• Assault
• Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm
• Assault with a weapon – two counts
• Assault causing bodily harm
• Unlawfully in a dwelling
• Fail to comply with probation order

Cameron BUSH, age 24 of Belleville, has been charged with:

• Assault with a weapon – two counts
• Assault causing bodily harm
• Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

Both accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.

(PICTON, ON) – Officers with the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged their sixth impaired driver for the month of October.

On Thursday, October 30, 2025, around 3:00 a.m., officers were conducting a RIDE program in Picton, when a motorist approached officers.

An approved roadside alcohol screening device was utilized. As a result, the individual was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

James MAW, age 33 of Picton, has been charged with:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on November 26, 2025.The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP is committed to removing impaired drivers from local roadways and motorists can expect to see additional RIDE programs as holiday season approaches.