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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

April Nicole KRZYZANIAK – Impaired Operation

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person after a traffic stop on Beachburg Road in Whitewater Region Township.

On May 6, 2025, at approximately 8:00 a.m., Renfrew OPP received a report of a suspected impaired driving leaving Arnprior.

Police located the vehicle on Beachburg Road and completed a traffic stop.

As a result of the investigation, April Nicole KRZYZANIAK, age 53 of Whitewater Region was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on June 4, 2025. The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Karen WILCOX Was Arrested

(ESPANOLA, ON) – A driver is facing charges after a traffic stop on Highway 17.

On Monday, May 5, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Highway 17 in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township. Police detected an odour of cannabis emanating from the vehicle, and further investigation resulted in the drive being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, Karen WILCOX, 61-years-old from Massey, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Improper number plate light

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on Monday, June 2, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Deborah BENOIT Was Arrested

(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person is facing charges after police received a call reporting a possible impaired driver.

On Sunday, May 5, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call reporting a driver passed out at the wheel at an address on First Street in Webbwood. Police arrived on scene, and further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested.

As a result, Deborah BENOIT, 69-years-old from Webbwood, was charged with operation while impaired – drugs.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on Monday, June 2, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

Kincardine Drug Bust

(KINCARDINE, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are advising that two individuals face charges after a search warrant was executed in the Municipality of Kincardine.

On May 2, 2025, members of the Grey Bruce Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Huron Perth CSCU, OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), OPP Canine, and the South Bruce Crime Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence along Albert Road, Municipality of Kincardine.

CSCU members recovered approximately $28,000 worth of stolen property, including an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV), a snowmobile, and surveying equipment. A small quantity of suspected illicit drugs were also seized. Owners of the seized property have been contacted.

As a result of the investigation, the following individuals face multiple charges:

Laurent LUCIER, 47-years-old, of the Municipality of Kincardine was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime, CC 354(1)(a) – four counts
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance, CDSA 4(1)

The accused was released and is set to appear at the Walkerton Court of Justice on June 4, 2025.

Dale CONANT, 46-years-old, of the Municipality of Kincardine was charged with:

  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order, CC 117.01(1) – three counts
  • Fail to comply with release order, CC 145(5)(a)
  • Fail to comply with probation order, CC 733.1(1) – two counts
  • Possession of property obtained by crime, CC 354(1)(a) – four counts
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance, CDSA 4(1)

The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently remanded into custody.

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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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

30 Year Old Arrested For Drunk Driving

(BRANT,ON) – On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at approximately 3:20 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an erratic driver, possibly impaired, travelling along Highway 403.

Through investigation, officers determined that the driver had been involved in a collision shortly before police located the vehicle. Upon interacting with the driver, officers observed signs of impairment. The individual was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Nyong James, a 30-year-old male, from Windsor, has been charged with the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation
  • Fail to stop after an accident
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Fail to move to the right for an emergency vehicle

The accused’s vehicle was impounded for seven days, and their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days. They are scheduled to appear at the Brantford Court of Justice on May 23, 2025.

This incident highlights the critical role the public plays in keeping Ontario’s roads safe. Impaired driving continues to pose a serious threat to the safety of all road users. If you suspect someone is driving impaired, call 9-1-1 immediately. Your call could save a life.

For more information on impaired driving and road safety, please visit www.opp.ca.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

Suspended Driver Arrested For Drunk Driving – Boyd SHIGWADJA

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person has been arrested and is facing impaired-related charges after police received multiple traffic complaints.

On Monday, May 5, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received multiple reports of a possible impaired driver on Manitowaning Road in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI) Township. Shortly after, police located the vehicle on Highway 6 in the NEMI Township, and further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested.

As a result, Boyd SHIGWADJA, 52-years-old from Garson, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available
  • Driving while under suspension

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

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY, ON) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers with impaired operation related offences, within a half-hour of each other.

On May 6, 2025, around midnight, officers from Dufferin OPP were conducting a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) spot check in both the Town of Grand Valley and the Town of Orangeville.

Just before midnight in the Town of Grand Valley a driver entered a RIDE at the corner of Water and William Street and after speaking with the driver, police entered an impaired operation investigation.

John BRUNNING, a 30-year-old from Erin has been charged with:

•      Adult Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

•      Adult Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor

•      Adult Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition

As a result of this encounter two firearms have been seized.

In the Town of Orangeville, just after midnight, a RIDE spot check was held on Second Avenue. A driver entered the RIDE and after speaking with police, an impaired operation investigation commenced.

Sean CUNNINGHAM, a 25-year-old from Orangeville has been charged with:

•      Adult Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

The accused are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville to answer to the charges.

Members of the Dufferin OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

Bryton WAGOOSH Was Arrested

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – A driver has been arrested and charged after police received traffic complaint.

On Sunday, May 4, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a vehicle that had made an unsafe pass, forcing another vehicle off the road on Highway 540 in the Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI) Township. Police located the vehicle on Highway 551 in M’Chigeeng First Nation, and further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested.

As a result, Bryton WAGOOSH, 30-years-old from Whitefish River First Nation, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Kathleen LOCKERBIE Was Arrested

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with refusal following a motor vehicle collision in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On May 6, 2025, shortly after 9:30 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP responded to a vehicle in the ditch in the area of 4th Line, in the Town of New Tecumseth. Officers located the vehicle and met with the driver. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, the driver refused to provided a breath sample leading to the driver’s arrest.  

As a result of the investigation, Kathleen LOCKERBIE 37-years-old of Tottenham was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on June 3, 2025, to answer to the charge.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

89 in a 60 Results In Drug Bust

(ESPANOLA, ON) – Two people have been arrested following a traffic stop on Highway 17.

On Friday, May 2, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was travelling 89 km/hr in a 60 km/hr zone on Highway 17 in the Baldwin Township. Upon interacting with the driver, police observed open alcohol inside the vehicle. Further investigation on scene resulted in police locating suspected drugs, and the driver and passenger were arrested.

Police seized an amount of suspected fentanyl with an estimated street value of $1,000, an amount of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $850, and an amount of suspected crack cocaine with an estimate street value of $1,200.

The driver, Ricky GADABUSHIE, 43-years-old from Sudbury, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – opioid
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – other drugs

The passenger, Angele CAYER, 42-years-old from Azilda, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – opioid
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – other drugs

Both accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on Monday, June 2, 2025.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Harold SOUTHWIND Was Arrested

(ESPANOLA, ON) – A driver has been arrested and is facing charges after a traffic stop.

On Friday, May 2, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrols on Barber Street in the Town of Espanola, and were alerted to a suspended driver by the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system. A traffic stop was conducted, and further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, the driver, Harold SOUTHWIND, 48-years-old from Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation, was charged with operation while impaired – drugs.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on Monday, June 2, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Sexual Assault – Anthony ZLOT

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual in relation to sexual offences in the Municipality of Port Hope.

The Northumberland OPP Crime Unit began the investigation on April 18, 2025, after receiving a report from a neighboring police service relating to alleged sexual offences. The victim was known to the accused.

On April 19, 2025, a search warrant was executed at a residence. The OPP Forensic Identification Services provided assistance with the investigation.

As a result, Anthony ZLOT, 59 years old from the Municipality of Port Hope, has been arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

–      Assault

–      Sexual interference

–      Sexual assault

–      Sexual exploitation

The accused was held for a bail hearing scheduled before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg on April 19, 2025.

Anyone who believes they were a victim of a similar incident or has any information is asked to call the Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

There is no statute of limitations on sexual offences and a report can be made to police at any time, regardless of how much time has passed. If you do not wish to make a report to police or need more time and support to make that decision, there are community partners available to help. Ontario 211 provides information on Ontario’s community, social and health related government services. Simply call 2-1-1 or visit 211ontario.ca for more information.

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North Glengarry OPP Police Press Releases

Student Van Vs Car Collision – 3 Sent To Hospital

(NORTH GLENGARRY, ON) – The Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment of Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a collision in North Glengarry Township.

On May 7, 2025, shortly before 7:30 a.m. officers responded to a two-vehicle collision on County Road-30 involving a student transportation van and a car in North Glengarry Township.

The initial investigation found that the car collided with the bus. There were two students on the bus at the time. As a precautionary measure the driver of the school bus and students were transported to hospital. The driver of the passenger vehicle was also transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The SD&G OPP continue to investigate, with the assistance of OPP Technical Collision Investigators (TCI) and a Collision Reconstructionist.  

Anyone with any information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact the SD&G OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

BAILEY Arrested For Drunk Driving

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – A traffic stop has resulted in a driver being charged with impaired operation.

On May 7, 2025, at approximately 1:45 a.m., members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on County Road 15. Further investigation led to an Approved Screening Device being utilized, and the driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Mackenzie BAILEY, age 25 from Roslin, was arrested and 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 on May 28, 2025. They also had their driver’s license suspended for a period of 90 days and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. 

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Loyalist OPP Police Press Releases

Keith LACOMBE – Drunk Driving

(LOYALIST TOWNSHIP, ON) – Lennox and Addington County Detachment members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person with impaired driving and multiple other charges following a investigation in Loyalist Township.

On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, shortly before 11:00 p.m., L&A County OPP was contacted after a vehicle was found parked in the front yard of a residence. OPP identified the driver of the vehicle and, following an investigation, Keith LACOMBE, a 45-year-old from Loyalist Township was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol
  • Obstruct police

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on May 27, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded.