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Bluewater OPP Police Press Releases

Darren MOIR Was Arrested

(BLUEWATER, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Bluewater resident with a criminal driving offence following a traffic stop in the Municipality of Bluewater on June 22nd, 2025. 

Just after 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 22, 2025, Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop on Richmond Street North in Bluewater. Police spoke to the driver and discovered that they had consumed alcohol prior to driving.

The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Darren MOIR, 59 years-of-age from Bluewater has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 days, and the accused’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on July 21, 2025. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Quadeville

UPDATE: 8 Year Old Found Seriously Injured – Sexual Assault & Murder Charge Laid #DeathPenalty

(QUADEVILLE, ON) – An individual has been charged with attempted murder in connection with an attack on a child in Quadeville, southeast of Barry’s Bay.

On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, shortly after 9:00 p.m., officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), OPP Emergency Response Team and Canine Units responded to a report of a missing child in Quadeville.

The OPP Canine Unit located the eight-year-old child just before 12:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. The child, who sustained life-threatening injuries, was transported to hospital, and remains under the care of medical professionals.

During the investigation, the cause of the victim’s injuries was unclear. While early evidence suggested a possible animal attack, investigators did not rule out human involvement. To aid in the investigation, multiple pathology experts were consulted. While the incident is still under investigation, recent testing of samples taken from the victim’s wounds has now revealed no traces of animal DNA.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, a 17-year-old male from eastern Ontario was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Attempt to commit murder – section 239(1)(b)
  • Sexual assault with a weapon on a person under 16 years old – section 272(1)(a)

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

As the accused is a youth, the OPP cannot release the name or any other personal details, under the terms of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

The OPP acknowledges the community’s concerns regarding this incident and sincerely appreciates the public’s patience as the investigation progresses.

The OPP is planning to hold a townhall meeting on Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Quadeville to address questions and concerns from local residents. Further information will be shared as more information about time and location become available.

The investigation is being led by the UOV OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with assistance from multiple OPP units including the Emergency Response Team, Canine Units, Regional Support Team, Forensic Identification Services and front-line officers from multiple detachments.

Anyone with information or relevant doorbell or surveillance video that could help investigators, should call the UOV OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.  

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Michael SHANK Was Arrested

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver with impaired driving offences after investigating a motor vehicle collision.

On Tuesday July 8, 2025, at approximately 5:15 p.m., members from the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Old Highway 17, West Nipissing. No injuries were reported with the driver.

Police attended the scene and located the driver walking away from the collision. The driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to the OPP detachment for further testing, which the driver failed to comply with.

As a result of the investigation, Michael SHANK, 41 years-of-age, from West Nipissing, was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Resist Peace Officer
  • Fail to remain

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Thursday August 7, 2025, in North Bay.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you fail or refuse to provide a breath sample or comply with a lawful demand from police, you face the same penalties as if you were charged with impaired driving:

  • Criminal charges
  • Immediate licence suspension
  • Vehicle impoundment
  • Fines and possible jail time

Make the right choice and always drive sober.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

2 Sent To Hospital – Katlyn MACCANDLESS Arrested

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Fergus resident with two criminal charges, stemming from a motor vehicle collision.

On July 8, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP, alongside local emergency responders were notified of a single motor vehicle, containing two occupants, landing into a nearby ditch on First Line within Elora. 

Both occupants were extracted from the motor vehicle and transported to local hospital with minor, non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Katlyn MACCANDLESS, a 32-year-old of Fergus is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous operation

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

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on July 25, 2025.

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.

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Goderich OPP Police Press Releases

Golf Cart In Goderich Ends With Impaired Charge

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a St. Clements, Ontario resident with criminal driving offences following a traffic stop in the Town of Goderich on June 22nd, 2025. 

Just after 1:20 a.m. on Sunday, June 22, 2025, Huron County OPP officers observed a golf cart being driven with no lights activated on Victoria St. N. in Goderich.  Officers conducted a traffic stop and spoke to the driver. Police discovered that the driver had consumed alcohol prior to driving, and had also been issued a 3-day driver’s licence suspension the previous day after registering a “WARN” on the Approved Screening Device (ASD).

The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over twice the legal limit.

David CRAIG, 40 years-of-age from St. Clements ON. has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – alcohol and drug,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The accused was additionally charged with Driving While Under Suspension – Highway Traffic Act.

The golf cart was towed and impounded for 7 days, and the accused’ driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on July 21, 2025. 

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OPP Parry Sound Police Press Releases

Dorian DWYER – Drunk Driving

(PARRY SOUND, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person with impaired driving.

On July 8, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m. the West Parry Sound OPP received information regarding a possible impaired driver. The vehicle was located and stopped; officers spoke with the driver and initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Dorian DWYER, 50 years-of-age of Carling Ontario was charged with:

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

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on July 31, 2025. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tudor & Cashel

Zoe LANGLOIS Was Arrested

(TUDOR-CASHEL TWP., ON) – A routine safety check for a boat on Mephisto Lake, in Tudor-Cashel Township, has resulted in impaired charges.

On Saturday, July 5, 2025, just before 5:00 p.m., officers with the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting marine patrol when they stopped a small vessel with two people on board. The person at the helm did not have a Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card. The investigation continued, and an approved alcohol screening device was utilized. As a result, the individual was transported back to shore and taken to the detachment for further testing.

Zoe LANGLOIS, age 23 of Ottawa, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operating a boat with open liquor
  • Operate a pleasure craft without prescribed competency

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on August 5, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

An approved screening device was also utilized for the individual who attended the Bancroft Detachment to pick-up the accused. That person was issued an immediate three-day licence suspension for registering in the warning range for alcohol consumption.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Another Fatal Motorcycle Collision #LookBothWays

(ESPANOLA, ON) – The Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has reopened Highway 6 between Fox Lake Road and Lang Lake Road near Espanola, following a fatal collision that occurred earlier today.

On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at approximately 1:30 p.m., the Manitoulin OPP and Manitoulin-Sudbury Paramedic Services responded to a three-vehicle collision involving two passenger vehicles and a motorcycle. As a result of the collision, the motorcyclist was transported to hospital by Manitoulin-Sudbury Paramedic Services where they were pronounced deceased.

The investigation remains ongoing with assistance from the OPP North East Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME), Technical Collision Investigators (TCI) and Reconstructionist.

The Office of the Chief Coroner of Ontario – Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OCCO-OFPS) is assisting, and a post-mortem examination with take place at a later date.

Anyone with information or dashcam footage relating to this collision is asked to contact the Manitoulin OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Guelph OPP Police Press Releases

WANTED For Kidnapping & Death – Call 911 Immediately If Seen

(GUELPH, ON) – Police are seeking a wanted individual in connection with the kidnapping and death of a male in the City of Guelph, where three others have already been arrested.

On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision involving two vehicles on the Hanlon Parkway Southbound, north of Stone Road. A 40-year-old male from Cambridge with life-threatening injuries was located on scene upon police arrival. The individual was transported to hospital by ambulance, where he was later pronounced deceased.

Upon further investigation, police learned that earlier in the day, the victim had been abducted from a residence on Fife Road by five suspects who fled in two vehicles. Investigators believe, while traveling southbound on the Hanlon Parkway, the victim was outside the first vehicle, a Toyota Venza SUV, when he was struck by the second vehicle, a Dodge RAM pickup truck, that was following closely behind. 

The OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) has obtained an arrest warrant for Ian BROWN, age 51 of Guelph (photos attached). He was last seen in the downtown Guelph area. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts should contact authorities immediately. Do not approach if spotted.

As a result of the investigation, three individuals were arrested and charged with Criminal Code offences. Their names, dates of arrest, locations, charges and next scheduled court dates are available in the attached addendum. As one of the individuals is a youth, the OPP is not in a position to release their name, in compliance with requirements under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

While this remains an isolated incident, the OPP reminds all members of the public to remain vigilant and contact police if they observe anything suspicious.

The investigation by the Wellington County OPP Crime Unit remains ongoing, under the direction of the OPP CIB, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Support was also provided by the Guelph Police Service.

Anyone with information about the suspects or the vehicles is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

35 Year Old From Brockton Charged

(BROCKTON, ON) – On July 5, 2025, at approximately 5:08 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol along Sideroad 10 South in the Municipality of Brockton.

A vehicle was stopped after it was observed conducting what is commonly referred to as a ‘burnout’, and fishtailing along the roadway. The officer approached the vehicle and found that three young children were in the front passenger seat, none of which secured by car seats or seatbelts.

A 35-year-old resident of Brockton, was charged with:

  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt, HTA 172(1)
  • Drive while child passenger not properly secured, HTA 106(4)(b) – three counts

The vehicle was impounded for 14 days, and the drivers licence was suspended for 30 days.

The accused is set to appear on August 5, 2025, at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice to answer to the charges.

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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Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

Huron East Resident Arrested

(HURON EAST, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Huron East resident with Impaired driving offences following a traffic stop in a “Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere” (R.I.D.E.) check on June 21, 2025, in the Municipality of Huron East. 

Just after 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2025, Huron County OPP officers observed a vehicle attempt to avoid a RIDE check at the intersection of Morrison Line and Rogerville Road in Huron East. Officers pulled the vehicle over a short distance away on Hensall Road.

The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Jason VANBELLE, 49 years of age from Huron East has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80,

–      Operation while Prohibited.

The accused was additionally charged with offences found in the Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for 45 days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on July 14, 2025. 

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Noah MARTIN Facing Numerous Charges

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – A young motorist is facing multiple driving-related charges after being stopped by police on Highway 3.

At approximately 2:34 a.m. on Monday, July 7, 2025, a member of the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Highway 3 in Delhi and initiated an investigation after observing a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed.

Following an interaction with the driver, the individual was taken into custody without incident.

As a result, 18-year-old Noah MARTIN of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand,
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed,
  • Speeding 50+ km/h over posted speed limit,
  • Novice driver refuse to provide breath sample,
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Break & Enter – 2 Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals have been charged following a break-and-enter investigation in Port Dover.

At approximately 7:31 p.m. on Friday, July 4, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a break-and-enter at a residence Chapman Street East in Port Dover.

The investigation revealed that two individuals had unlawfully entered the home and then left the area in a vehicle.

One suspect was later located by officers on Patterson Street in Simcoe, and the second was located the following day on Regent Avenue in Port Dover. Both were taken into custody without incident.  

As a result, 26-year-old Chantel MARGETAN and 24-year-old Lily KOPCZYK, both residents of Norfolk County, have been charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Break, enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence.

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

18 Year Old Arrested – Flight From Police, Etc.

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges two individuals with five charges, stemming from an attempted traffic stop.

On July 7, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a traffic enforcement initiative and observed a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed, to which a traffic stop was attempted to be initiated on Wellington Road 26 within Centre Wellington Township. Once the traffic stop was signaled, the motor vehicle failed to stop and instead fled the area, prompting an investigation.

As a result of the investigation, Paddy OSHEA,18-years-old, resident of Ireland, was charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Flight from peace officer
  • Dangerous operation
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

Additionally, Layla CASH, 23-years-old, resident of the United Kingdom, was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Obstruct Peace officer

The motor vehicle involved was impounded, and both accused were held in custody, pending a bail hearing.

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.

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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Central Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Central Huron Break & Enter, Meth A Factor – Michael VOCK Arrested

(CENTRAL HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual from Zorra Township following a break and enter to a Central Huron rural property on June 18th, 2025.

At approximately 7:00 p.m. on June 18, 2025, an individual was discovered unlawfully in a barn by a property owner on Bayfield Road in the Municipality of Central Huron. The suspect had arrived on a motorcycle and attempted to flee through a farm field when their motorcycle became stuck in the mud. Officers arrived on scene and arrested the individual who was identified and charged with multiple Criminal and Provincial offences.

The accused has been charged as follows:

Michael VOCK, 47 years of age from Zorra Township has been charged with:

–      Break and Enter,

–      Possession of Break in Instruments,

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

–      Flight from Peace Officer,

–      Mischief to Property Under $5,000,

–      Altering/Destroying/Removing a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),

–      Operation while Prohibited – (13 counts),

–      Possession of a Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine.

The accused was additionally charged with eight Provincial Offences found in the Highway Traffic Act, Cannabis Control Act, and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act.

The accused was processed and held for a bail hearing, where they were remanded into custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.