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Asphodel-Norwood OPP Police Press Releases

Erica ESPOSITO – Drunk Driving

(ASPHODEL-NORWOOD TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving as a result of a R.I.D.E. check.

On July 6, 2025, just prior to 2:00am, Peterborough County OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program on County Road 2 in the township of Asphodel-Norwood. Officers observed a vehicle approach the R.I.D.E. checkpoint and spoke with the driver. After a brief conversation, officers determined the driver 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.

Erica ESPOSITO (age 35) of Hastings, 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 August 5, 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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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

21 Year Old Arrested For Assault

(BRANT, ON) – On July 5, 2025, at approximately 10:50 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a report of an alleged assault at a business on Rest Acres Road in Paris.

Upon arrival, officers conducted an investigation and determined that a male patron had been assaulted. A suspect matching the description provided by the victim was located nearby and taken into custody.

As a result of the investigation, Matthew FLEWELLING, 21 years old, from Brant County, has been charged with:

  • Assault

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on August 21, 2025, to answer to the charge.

Brant OPP remains committed to community safety and encourages anyone with information regarding this incident to contact police or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers at https://www.crimestoppersbb.com.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Amy SWANSON – Drunk Driving

(BLIND RIVER, ON)- The East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police lays 26th impaired charged in 2025.

On Sunday July 6, 2025, at approximately 12:00 a.m., the OPP responded to complaints of a grey SUV in a ditch on Highway 557 near Astles Road in the Town of Blind River.

During the interaction with the driver, police determined that alcohol had been consumed. As a result, the driver was arrested and transported to the Blind River detachment for further testing.

Amy SWANSON, 62 years-old from Western Springs, Illinois was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on August 7, 2025. The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the involved vehicle was impounded for 7days.

The OPP continues to encourage the public to report suspected impaired drivers by calling 911 or contacting the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Zoe LANGLOIS – Drunk Driving

(BANCROFT, ON) – Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person with impaired operation.

On Saturday, July 5, 2025, just after 7:00 p.m., Bancroft OPP Marine Unit officers were conducting patrols on Mephisto Lake when a boat was stopped to conduct a safety inspection. An approved screening device was used, and as a result the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

Zoe LANGLOIS, a 23-year-old resident of Osgoode Ontario, has been charged with the following:

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

The accused driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and they are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on August 5, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind those boating on the lakes this summer that impaired operation is a criminal offense and includes when operating a vessel on the water. If charged with this offense your Ontario driver’s licence will be suspended for 90 days as it would for someone being charged in a motor vehicle.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Jordan Dixon – Drunk Driving

(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 after receiving a traffic complaint for driving behaviour.

On Saturday July 05, 2025 at approximately 9:04 pm officers responded to a traffic complaint regarding a motor vehicle northbound on Highway 35 south of Highway 7. Officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle in Lindsay and entered into an impaired driving investigation. The driver was arrested and charged with impaired driving related charges as well as Highway Traffic Act Offences.

Jordan Dixon, 34-year-old of Ajax, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Careless Driving
  • Drive Motor Vehicle, No Currently Validated Permit

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

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

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OPP Police Press Releases Springwater

Shanna ROSE Was Arrested

(SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving related charges.

On July 4, 2025, shortly after 11:00 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. program on Mills Street East in Springwater Township.

Officers observed a vehicle that had stopped for the R.I.D.E. spot check and after speaking with the driver, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to an arrest. As a result of the investigation, Shanna ROSE, 44-year-old of Oro-Medonte, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Collingwood on July 29, 2025, to answer to the charges.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information 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.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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Frontenac Islands OPP Police Press Releases

Toddler’s Body Recovered From River

(FRONTENAC ISLANDS, ON) – The Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a drowning incident involving a toddler on Wolfe Island.

On Friday, July 4, 2025, shortly after 9:30 a.m., Leeds OPP responded to a report of an unresponsive toddler who had been located in the St. Lawrence River near Stoney Point Lane.

Family members and first responders immediately initiated life-saving measures. The toddler was transported to a regional trauma centre and was later pronounced deceased.

The toddler’s identity will not be released to safeguard the privacy of the grieving family.

If you have any information that could assist the investigation, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and reference incident E250876060.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

21 Year Old From Owen Sound Arrested

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – One person has been charged following a traffic stop in South Bruce Peninsula.

On July 3, 2025, at approximately 3:51 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Bruce Road 8 near the Town of Hepworth.

Jenna INGLIS, 21-year-old of Owen Sound, was charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Operation while impaired

·      Operation while impaired- B.A.C. 80 plus

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 July 24, 2025.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

Edward WARREN – Drunk Driving

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – On July 3, 2025, at approximately 3:42 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E) at Sauble Falls Road and 2nd Avenue in the Town of Sauble Beach.

A vehicle entered the checkpoint where police then spoke with the driver. The investigating officer detected signs of impairment. The driver was arrested and transported for further testing.

Edward WARREN, 40-year-old of South Bruce Peninsula, was charged with the following Highway Traffic Act, and Criminal Code offences:

·      Operation while impaired

·      Operation while impaired- B.A.C. 80 plus

·      Driver- fail to properly wear seat belt

·      Drive motor vehicle- no licence

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 July 24, 2025.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – 2 Arrested

(HUNTSVILLE, ON)  – On July 3,10:23 p.m.., Huntsville OPP officers were advised of an erratic driver northbound on Highway 11 approaching Huntsville. Officers patrolled the highway and the main arteries into Huntsville, eventually locating the vehicle on West Road.

Officers identified two male occupants inside the vehicle. The driver was quickly identified as being a suspended driver and was arrested. During the arrest, officers observed suspected controlled substance in the vehicle. Both males were arrested and during a search a quantity of suspected cocaine and fentanyl was located. Sums of Canadian currency were also located on the two males.

 As a result of the investigation, the two occupants were arrested and charged.

Shemar LOVELL, 22 years old of Huntsville ON is charged:

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking  X 2

Jamol WINT, 29 years old of St. Catherines ON is charged:

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking  X 2

·      Drive motor vehicle while suspended

·      Fail to stop at stop sign

The accused were all released from police custody and are all to attend court at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on August 5, 2025. 

The Huntsville OPP is committed to serving our province. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestoppers.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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Lori VANEVERY Was Arrested Again

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after responding to an unwanted person call for service.

On Friday, June 27, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., Renfrew OPP responded to an unwanted person call for service on Mason Avenue in the Town of Renfrew.

As a result of the investigation, Lori VANEVERY, age 66 of Renfrew was charged with:

–      Fail to comply probation order (7 counts)

–      Mischief interferes with lawful use enjoyment or operation of property over $5000 (2 counts)

–      Theft under $5000 (1 count)

The accused was help for a bail hearing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Douglas HARPER Was Arrested

On Friday, June 27, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., Renfrew OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Calabogie Road in Greater Madawaska Township.

As a result of the investigation, Douglas HARPER, age 25 of McDonalds Corners was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

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

The accused was release and schedule to attend the Pembroke Court of Justice on July 30th, 2025.

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

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Garden River First Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Allysia SOLOMON Was Arrested

(GARDEN RIVER FIRST NATION, ON) – A suspended driver is facing criminal charges following a traffic stop east of Sault Ste. Marie.  

On June 20, 2025, at approximately 2:21 p.m., an officer with the Sault Ste. Marie detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police was conducting general patrol on Highway 17 in Garden River First Nation, when they observed an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) travelling at a high rate of speed. They also observed a rear passenger on the ATV who was not wearing a helmet. A traffic stop was conducted, where the driver provided a false name to the officer. Investigation revealed the driver’s true identity, and confirmed the driver had a suspended licence under the Highway Traffic Act. The driver was also on court-ordered conditions not to occupy the driver’s seat of a motor vehicle. 

As a result, Allysia SOLOMON, 29 years-of-age, of Garden River First Nation was arrested and charged with:

  • Personation with intent to avoid arrest
  • Driving while under suspension – three counts
  • Fail to comply with undertaking

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 4, 2025 in Sault Ste. Marie.

Additionally, the passenger of the ATV, a 32-year-old from Garden River First Nation, was charged with:

  • Passenger – no helmet
  • Permit unlicenced person to drive motor vehicle
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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Amanda MOCHULLA – Theft

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested a person following a shoplifting incident.

On July 3, 2025, at approximately 11:45 a.m., police responded to a report of theft in progress at a commercial premises on Prince Edward Street in the Municipality of Brighton.

OPP arrived at the location and took one individual into custody.

As a result, Amanda MOCHULLA (32) from Belleville, has been charged with:

–      Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg in August.

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

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Nairn-Hyman OPP Police Press Releases

$25,000 Drug Bust – Hanad AHMED

(NAIRN-HYMAN TOWNSHIP, ON)- An investigation conducted by the Ontario Provincial Police Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) results in a seizure of drugs and a handgun.

On Thursday June 26, 2025, at approximately 9:45 p.m., CSCU with the assistance from the Manitoulin OPP detachment conducted a traffic stop on Highway 17 in Nairn-Hyman Township.

As a result of the investigation, police made an arrest, located and seized approximately 253 grams of suspected cocaine and 38 suspected Percocet tablets with an estimated street value $ 25,500, a Glock 19X handgun with an over capacity magazine and drug paraphernalia.

Hanad AHMED, 30-years-old, from St Catherines was charged with:

  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order – two counts
  • Breach of Firearms Regulations-transport firearm or restricted weapon
  • 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)

The accused remains in custody and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sudbury on Thursday July 10, 2025.