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Essex OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offenders Arrested Following Crime Spree

(ESSEX COUNTY, ON)- On Wednesday August 12, 2025, the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit arrested two individuals in relation to multiple investigations throughout Essex County.

Between May 15 and July 8, 2025, the accused were involved in a crime spree in Lakeshore, Tecumseh and Essex which affected 35 victims and caused over $10,000.00 in losses and damages. 

The charges are in relation to the theft of a pickup truck, entering several unlocked and locked vehicles and garages. Stealing cash, personal items, electronic devices and garage door openers and then purchasing items at retails stores with stolen debit and credit cards.

As a result, Brandon MONCRIEFF, 31 years of age of Amherstburg has been charged under the Criminal code with 93 charges, including:

  • Break and Enter a Place commit Indictable Offence (three counts)
  • Break and Enter Dwelling House commit Ind Offence
  • Theft Over $5,000 of a Motor Vehicle
  • Disguise with Intent (three counts)
  • Theft Under $5,000 from a Motor Vehicle (30 counts)
  • Mischief Under $5,000 (three counts)
  • Operation While Prohibited – Legal Restriction (eight counts)
  • Operation While Prohibited under the (four counts)
  • Use of Credit Card (22 counts)
  • Fail to Comply with Release Order (14 counts)
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order (four counts)

Jonathan POITRAS, 35 years of age of Windsor has been charged under the Criminal code with 81 charges, including:

  • Break and Enter a Place commit Indictable Offence (three counts)
  • Break and Enter Dwelling House commit Ind Offence
  • Theft over $5,000 of a Motor Vehicle
  • Disguise with Intent (two counts)
  • Use of Credit Card (29 counts)
  • Theft Under $5,000 from a Motor Vehicle (30 counts)
  • Mischief Under $5,000 (three counts)
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order (eight counts)
  • Fail to Comply with Release Order (four counts)

Both of the accused remain in custody and will appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor.

Investigators are asking anyone who has any information to this investigation or any other investigation to contact Essex County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can submit an online tip at www.catchcrooks.com or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

$240 Fine For 12 Year Old With No Seatbelt

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver is facing a costly charge stemming from a traffic stop at a RIDE program.

On August 13, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Orangeville Road in Fergus.

During the initiative, a 45-year-old from Regina, Saskatchewan, was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with the following offence after their 12-year-old child was found to not be wearing their seatbelt:

  • Drive while passenger under 16 fails to properly wear a seat belt

This charge is accompanied by a $240 fine.

The Wellington County OPP are urging drivers and passengers to buckle up. Wearing a seat belt is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself from serious injury or death in the event of a collision.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

John James COLQUHOUN Was Arrested – Detials Released

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person after calls for service in relation to stolen property.

On August 13, 2025, police were called to a residence on Poplar Road where the complainant reported that a known male entered their garage and stole numerous items sometime over night. Police also executed a search warrant for the male’s rental vehicle and seized additional stolen property and drugs.

John James COLQUHOUN, 66-years-old from Elliot Lake was charged with:

·      Possession or property obtained by crime under $5000 – seven counts

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Heroin

·      Possession of over 30g of dried cannabis (or equivalent) in a public place

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on August 14, 2025.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Weapon & Drug Bust – BENNS & STEWART

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the Nottawasaga Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Central Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), Central Region Tactical Response Unit (TRU), and Central Region Canine Unit of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), have arrested and charged two individuals following the execution of a search warrant in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On August 14, 2025, shortly after 4:30 a.m., officers executed a search warrant related to a drug investigation at a residence on Beattie Avenue in Alliston. Police located and seized several items, including:

  • One .22 caliber single-shot rifle
  • One .22 caliber rifle
  • Two prohibited switchblades
  • One can of bear spray
  • One can of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray
  • 45.7 grams of suspected cocaine
  • 51 unknown pills
  • 6,600 unmarked cigarettes
  • Three digital scales
  • One BB gun pistol
  • Two pellet guns/rifles
  • Three bullets in a loaded magazine
  • Two .30-30 caliber bullets
  • Two knives
  • $60.00 in Canadian currency
  • One bottle of BB pellets
  • One cellphone
  • Drug trafficking indicia

As a result of the investigation:

Andrew BENNS, 43 years old, of New Tecumseth, was arrested and charged with:

  • Trafficking in a Schedule I substance – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm – Two counts
  • Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device, or ammunition – Two counts
  • Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order – Three counts
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon – Two counts
  • Possession of unmarked cigarettes over 1,200

Joline STEWART, 42 years old, of Adjala-Tosorontio Township, was arrested and charged with:

  • Trafficking in a Schedule I substance – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm – Two counts
  • Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device, or ammunition – Two counts
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon – Two counts
  • Possession of unmarked cigarettes over 1,200

The accused have been held for a bail hearing and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

Anyone with information related to drug or property-related investigations is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also submit information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. As an anonymous tipster, you will not be required to testify in court.

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Gregory Haddock – Impaired Operation

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid impaired driving related charges against an individual from Ottawa after they struck a police cruiser.

Shortly after 9:00 p.m. on August 13, OPP members were conducting a traffic stop on St. Laurent Boulevard when the rear cruiser was struck by a vehicle. Officers suspected the driver to be under the influence of alcohol. A roadside breath test was conducted and the driver was brought back to Ottawa Detachment for further testing. The driver registered more than twice the legal limit.

As a result, Gregory Haddock, 45 years of age, has been charged with the following:

  • Adult operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Adult operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation
  • Driving motor vehicle while liquor readily available
  • Novice driver – B.A.C above zero

Haddock, who is a G2 driver, received an automatic 90-day driving suspension and had his vehicle impounded for seven days. Haddock is set to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa at a later date.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford

18 Year Old Drunk Driver Arrested – BLACK

 (SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment detected an impaired driver while out on general patrol.

On August 12, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., members of Oxford OPP initiated a traffic stop while on general patrol on Plank Line.

As a result of the investigation, Dylen BLACK, an 18-year-old resident of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Dangerous Operation

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on September 23, 2025.

No amount of alcohol or drugs is safe to consume prior to operating a vehicle.

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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Ryan STEEL Arrested Following Hit & Runs

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one driver after multiple collisions were reported on Southwood Road in Gravenhurst.

On August 13, 2025, at 10:20 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to reports of several motor vehicle collisions on Southwood Road in Gravenhurst. After striking several vehicles, the suspect vehicle did not stop and continued driving, fortunately there were no reported injuries.

Officers located the vehicle on Southwood Road near Muskoka Road 169 and subsequently arrested and charged 43-year-old Ryan STEELE of Gravenhurst with Operation while Impaired by Drug, Dangerous Operation and Fail to Remain. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on September 30, 2025 to answer to his charges.  

Impaired driving continues to be a significant factor affecting the safety of Muskoka roads. If you suspect someone is driving a vehicle of any kind while impaired, please call 9-1-1. For more information on impaired driving, please visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Another Drug & Weapons Bust – Names Released

(MIDLAND, ON) – As part of an ongoing investigation, two individuals are facing charges following the execution of a search warrant at a Midland residence which resulted in a significant seizure of contraband items related to the drug trade.

On August 13, 2025, officers from the OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachments and uniform members, executed a search warrant at an apartment on Hugel Avenue in the Town of Midland with two arrests made at the scene.

Investigators seized a significant amount of property including contraband and proceeds of crime listed below. (see submitted photograph)

  • Significant quantity of cocaine and crack cocaine, purple fentanyl, opioid pills
  • 3- samurai swords
  • Victor 8-shot pistol
  • Drug paraphernalia
  • 2- Stihl concrete construction saws
  • Hunting bow
  • Canadian currency

As a result of this investigation, Shaun BEERMAN, 40 years of Midland, is accused of the following charges contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Possession of an Opioid for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Traffic in Schedule 1 Substance – Cocaine

And further offences contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm (2 counts)
  • Unauthorized Possession of Weapon (2 counts)
  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order (3 counts)
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 (2 counts)

.The accused remains in custody awaiting to appear before bail court and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

Also charged is Heather SUNDAY 35 years of Midland with the following offences contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Other Drugs

And further offences contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm

The accused was released at the scene and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

Investigators ask that anyone having knowledge of this investigation or other criminal activity to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be submitted online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

File – RM25183987

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Lucan Biddulph OPP Police Press Releases

Kimberly COX – Drunk Driving

(LUCAN BIDDULPH, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge after traffic complaint.

On August 13, 2025, at 12:02 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Elginfield Road in Lucan Biddulph for the report of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle was located on Main Street in Lucan, Municipality of Lucan Biddulph, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Kimberly COX, a 36-year-old of St. Marys, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – Alcohol

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

·      Dangerous Operation

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on September 29, 2025.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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Area OPP Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

Do You Recognize These Thieves?

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On August 2, 2025, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of an overnight break and enter to a rural business property along Bruce Road 1, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Police attended the location and found that a storage shed on the property had been entered, and approximately $1000 of food and drink items had been taken. Surveillance camera footage has since been obtained.

Police are looking to identify two individuals who arrived on an All-Terrain Vehicle with an attached small utility trailer. Descriptors for two individuals are as follows:

  • Slim build, tall, wearing light coloured hoodie and light-coloured jacket, skull mask, head lamp, wearing gloves
  • Slim build, shorter height, face partially covered, white zip up hoodie/jacket with hood up, dark coloured jogging pants, backpack, gloves

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Shot Fired In Road Rage Incident – Suspect At Large

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON)  Officers of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a serious road rage incident that occurred on August 13, 2025 between the hours of 11:00 p.m., and 12:14 a.m., in the Town of New Tecumseth and are asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect vehicle and driver.

At approximately 12:14 a.m. on August 14, 2025, police received a report from a motorist who had been involved in a road rage incident. The victim was travelling westbound on County Road 1 when they observed a white Ford F-150 pickup truck ahead of them swerving and braking erratically.

Upon reaching the intersection of County Road 1 and Adjala-Tecumseth Townline, the victim passed the suspect vehicle, stopped, and briefly confronted the driver. The victim did not obtain a description of the driver or a licence plate number.

The victim continued westbound on County Road 1, but the suspect vehicle quickly reappeared behind them. Both vehicles turned northbound onto County Road 50. As they approached the intersection of County Road 50 and Highway 89, the victim entered the left turning lane while the suspect vehicle entered the right turning lane, positioning itself side-by-side with the victim’s vehicle.

At that moment, the victim heard a loud bang, initially believed to be a rock striking the vehicle. Upon returning home, the victim discovered a bullet hole in the front passenger door. Officers attended the scene and recovered bullet fragments from the door.

The suspect vehicle, described as a white Ford F-150, was last seen heading eastbound on Highway 89 toward Alliston.

Investigators are asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have dash cam footage from the area between 11:00 p.m. on August 13 and 12:30 a.m. on August 14 to contact the Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

Collision Closed Hwy 21 & Sent 3 To Hospital

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On August 13, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a collision at the intersection of Highway 21 and Bruce Road 20, Municipality of Kincardine.

Police attended with Bruce County Paramedic Services and Kincardine Fire and Emergency Services, where they discovered a collision between two passenger vehicles which were blocking the intersection. 3 parties were transported to a local hospital with injuries. Highway 21 was closed between Bruce Road 20 and Concession 2 for approximately two hours.

A 28-year-old motorist from Toronto has been charged with:

  • Fail to yield to traffic on through highway, HTA 136(1)(b)

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

2 Charged Following Theft – FAIRHURST & FAIRHURST

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals following a shoplifting investigation at a local business.

On August 13, 2025, shortly after 1:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a theft in progress at a retail store on Hastings Street North in Bancroft. It was reported that a male suspect stole a cart of merchandise before leaving the store. The suspect allegedly returned a short time later and was confronted by store staff, at which point he fled into a wooded area behind the business.

Officers conducted an area search and later located and arrested two individuals in relation to the incident.

As a result of the investigation:

Wayne FAIRHURST, 50 years old, of Dysart et al., has been charged with:

  • Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting, contrary to section 334(b) of the Criminal Code
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000, contrary to section 355(b) of the Criminal Code

Ashley FAIRHURST, 37 years old, of Dysart et al., has been charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000, contrary to section 355(b) of the Criminal Code

Both accused were released on undertakings and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on a future date.

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Police Press Releases SINGHAMPTON

Kayla Fiegehen – Drunk Driving

(SINGHAMPTON, ON)- An individual from Singhampton is facing impaired driving-related charges stemming from a motor vehicle collision that had occurred on County Road 124, in the Village of Singhampton in Clearview Township.

On August 13, 2025, at approximately 9:34 p.m., members of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-vehicle motor vehicle collision on County Road 124 near Church Street in Singhampton.

Upon arrival, officers determined that one of the involved drivers was exhibiting signs of impairment. Witnesses reported the vehicle had been swerving across the roadway prior to the collision.

There were no injuries reported.

Kayla Fiegehen, 30-years-old, of Singhampton has been charged with the following criminal code offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol
  • Operation While Impaired – (80 plus)
  • Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on September 25, 2025.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Carter Prosser Was Arrested – Details Released

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation while in Woodville for an unrelated event.

On Wednesday August 13, 2025 at approximately 6:27 pm, officers observed the driver of a motor vehicle on Agnes Street and entered into an impaired driving investigation. The driver was arrested and charged with a Criminal Code offence.

Carter Prosser, 29-year-old of Woodville, was charged with:

  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date. The drivers license was suspended for 90 days and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to serving our province by protecting its’ citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.