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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Anthony AGBAERU – Drunk Driving

(PEMBROKE, ON) – An early morning traffic stop has resulted in Criminal Code (CC) impaired driving charges for an Arnprior resident. 

On January 12, 2026, at approximately 1:15 a.m., officers from the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Cecelia Street in the City of Pembroke. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.   

As a result of this investigation 47-year-old Anthony AGBAERU has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offence:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on February 10, 2026.

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Laurentian Valley OPP Police Press Releases

Ashley WARD – Drunk Driving

(LAURENTIAN VALLEY TWP, ON) – Members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a Laurentian Valley Township (LVTP) resident with impaired driving offences after a recent investigation.      

In the early morning hours of January 11, 2026, police received a report of a possible impaired driver in Pembroke. Police located the vehicle and driver in LVTP and began an investigation. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.  

As a result of this incident Ashley WARD, age 41, is charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. They were released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on February 10, 2026. 

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OPP Petawawa Police Press Releases

Nicholas LANDRY Was Arrested

(PETAWAWA, ON) – A Renfrew resident is facing a driving-related Criminal Code (CC) charge after an investigation by members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). 

On January 10, 2026, at approximately 3:50 a.m., UOV OPP officers conducted a traffic stop on Petawawa Boulevard after receiving information about a possible impaired driver in the area. During the traffic stop police located open liquor and the driver was taken into custody. 

As a result of this incident 33-year-old Nicholas LANDRY has been charged with the following CC and Liquor Licence and Control Act (LLCA) offences:

·        Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·        Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor 

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on February 3, 2026.

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Smiths Falls

Murder Update: Freezing Conditions Force Pause in Search on Residential Property Near Smiths Falls

(SMITHS FALLS, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will maintain a presence at a residential property in Montague Township, near Smiths Falls, as part of an ongoing homicide investigation. However, search efforts at the site will be temporarily paused until spring.

On Thursday, October 30, 2025, OPP officers executing a search warrant at a residence on Kelly Jordan Road located the remains of Robbie THOMSON, a Smiths Falls resident who was 34 years old when he was reported missing in October 2023. Three people charged with first degree murder in connection with this investigation remain in custody.  

With the ground beginning to freeze, continuing the detailed and thorough search of the 40-acre property has become challenging. Investigators remain committed to the investigation and will continue to actively pursue any new leads or information received during this period.

The Lanark County OPP, in collaboration with the Smiths Falls Police Service, continues to investigate under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Assistance is being provided by the OPP Forensic Identification Services.

Residents of Kelly Jordan Road will continue to see a police presence at the property throughout the winter. Various measures are in place to monitor the site.

If you have any information that could assist investigators, please call the dedicated tipline at 1-855-677-4636. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thessalon

James Douglas HEMBRUFF Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(THESSALON, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrest and charge a person after a threats complaint.

On January 10, 2026, police received a call in relation to a man verbally threatening people and threatened one person with a hammer at a work location on Federation Street. The man had departed prior to police arrival but was arrested a short time later on Maple Street.

James Douglas HEMBRUFF, 40-years-old, from Thessalon, was charged with:

  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order – two counts

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on March 5, 2026.

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Area OPP Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases Tiverton

21 Year Old Arrested In Kincardine

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On January 15, 2026, at approximately 1:02 a.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol in Kincardine when they stopped to check a vehicle that was parked and left running at Victoria Park.

The investigating officer spoke with the occupants and detected signs of alcohol consumption. A roadside screening device was utilized on the driver which resulted in a fail. They were placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Owen KIRK, 21-years-old, of Tiverton, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired (B.A.C. 80+), CC 320.14(1)(b)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on February 11, 2026, to answer to the charge.

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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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases Windsor

Robert ROBERTS – Drunk Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON) – One person faces charges after violating the fail to move over law in Lakeshore.

On January 15, 2026, at approximately 2:46 p.m., a member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was assisting a tow truck at a collision on Highway 401 in the Municipality of Lakeshore. 

A vehicle passed by the cruiser who had emergency lights activated and the tow truck without moving into another lane for the emergency vehicle and tow truck. 

An investigation into the violation followed, and Robert ROBERTS, 42-years-old of Windsor was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation
  • Fail to move into another lane for emergency vehicle or tow truck – if safe to do

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

The accused was scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on February 27, 2026, to answer to the charges.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”. 

Safety Reminder: Ontario’s Move Over Law

The OPP urges all drivers to respect Ontario’s Move Over Law. When approaching an emergency vehicle stopped with its lights flashing, motorists must slow down and, if safe, move into another lane. This law is designed to protect police, paramedics, tow truck operators, and other roadside workers.

Failure to comply can result in fines, demerit points, and most critically, serious injury or death.

Let’s keep our roads safe. Slow down. Move over. It’s the law.

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Norfolk Police Press Releases

Christopher TAYLOR Was Arrested Again

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in connection with a shoplifting incident in Simcoe.

On Monday, January 12, 2026, at approximately 8:45 p.m., members of the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a reported theft at a business on West Street in Simcoe.

The investigation determined that the individual entered the store, concealed merchandise, and left the premises on foot without making any attempt to pay.

Officers later located the suspect on Kent Street North in Simcoe and took the individual into custody without incident.

As a result, 34-year-old Christopher TAYLOR of no fixed address has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

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Bancroft Police Press Releases Toronto

Thomas WESTENBRINK – Drunk Driving

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

On Thursday, January 15, 2026, just before 3:30 a.m., Bancroft OPP officers received a traffic complaint from a member of the public. A short time later officers located the vehicle. An approved screening device was used, as a result the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

Thomas WESTENBRINK, a 22-year-old resident of Toronto, has been charged with the following:

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

The accused’s licence was suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded for seven days. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on February 3, 2026.

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Georgian Bay OPP Police Press Releases

Jan HOGENKAMP Facing Numerous Charges

(GEORGIAN BAY TWP, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a driver with criminal offenses after a traffic stop on Highway 400 in Georgian Bay Township.

On January 14, 2026, at 11:00 p.m., a Bracebridge OPP officer was conducting proactive patrols on Highway 400 in Georgian Bay Township and stopped a vehicle traveling south. The officer entered into a highway traffic act investigation and subsequently arrested and charged 78-year-old Jan HOGENKAMP of Mississauga, ON, with Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000, Possession of Schedule I Substance (Opioid) and Driving While Under Suspension (Highway Traffic Act) X 2.

The accused was held for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on January 15, 2026 to answer to his charges.

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Ennismore OPP Police Press Releases Selwyn

Michael ARMSTRONG – Assault

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON)– The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Chemong Lake for a reported ice-fishing related assault.

On Wednesday January 14, 2026, just before 4:00pm, officers from the Peterborough County OPP were dispatched to Chemong Lake in Selwyn Township where an individual reported being assaulted while ice-fishing. The complainant advised that the accused came up to them in an aggressive manner while they were fishing. The complainant stated the accused was upset they were fishing close to where they were and as a result, assaulted them.

Officers arrived on scene and after speaking with all parties, one person was arrested.

Michael ARMSTRONG (age 72) of Ennismore, ON., was arrested and charged with;

• Assault

The accused is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on February 24, 2026.

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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ADJALA-TOSORONTIO Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Suspended & Passed Out Behind Wheel – Justin WRIGHT

(ADJALA-TOSORONTIO, ON) – Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired operation following a public complaint to emergency services of an individual unconscious behind the wheel.

On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, shortly before 3:30 p.m., officers from the Nottawasaga OPP responded to a call for service after emergency services received a report from a member of the public regarding a driver found unconscious behind the wheel of a pickup truck on an Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) trail. The incident raised concerns of possible impairment.

As a result of the investigation, officers arrested the driver for impaired operation. 

The driver, Justin WRIGHT, a 44-year-old, of Essa Township, has been charged with:

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

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

• Driving while under suspension

The accused party was released on a Form 10 Undertaking and is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford to answer to the charges.

The OPP remains committed to keeping Ontario roads and trails safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1 immediately 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.

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Fort Erie OPP Police Press Releases

42 KG Heroin Stopped At Border

(FORT ERIE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) seized 42 kg of suspected heroin from a tractor trailer attempting to enter Canada at the Peace Bridge port of entry from Buffalo into Fort Erie.

In December 2025, OPP members from the multi-agency Border Enforcement Security Task Force (BEST), which includes the CBSA, initiated an intelligence-led investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity and the alleged importation of heroin from the U.S. into Canada.

On Thursday, December 18, 2025, based on intelligence from the OPP, CBSA Intelligence and the National Targeting Centre identified a suspect tractor trailer attempting to enter Canada at the Peace Bridge port of entry. Upon primary inspection, border services officers referred the tractor trailer for examination. With the assistance of a CBSA detector dog, border services officers detected and seized 42 kg of suspected heroin concealed in the trailer. The CBSA also seized the tractor and trailer as offence-related property, and two cellphones. All seized items were turned over to the OPP.

The estimated street value of the drugs seized is $6.98 million.

This investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with any information in relation to this investigation, or the importation/trafficking of illegal drugs should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

Anyone with any information in relation to suspicious border activity should contact the CBSA’s Border Watch Line at 1-888-502-9060.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

$24,000 Drug Bust

(WELLINGTON COUNTY, ON) – Three individuals have been arrested in relation to a drug trafficking investigation.

On January 13, 2026, at approximately 4:45 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) executed a search warrant at a residence in Milton in relation to a drug trafficking investigation. The warrant was executed with the assistance from the Norfolk and Haldimand CSCU, the West Region Canine Unit, the West Region Tactics and Response Unit, the West Region Emergency Response Unit, the Wellington OPP Major Crime Unit and the Wellington OPP Community Response Unit.

The search resulted in the seizure of suspected methamphetamine, suspected cocaine, various weapons and ammunition, Canadian currency and indicia related to drug trafficking.

Total value of drugs and property seized is estimated to be worth over $24,000.

As a result of the investigation, Kanaan EBANKS-DALEY, a 24-year-old from Etobicoke, is charged under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than attend court

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on January 21, 2026.

Additionally, Tyler DAVIS-LOGAN, a 25-year-old from Milton, is charged under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on January 15, 2026.

Further, Dylan SALTER, a 25-year-old from Milton, is charged under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on January 15, 2026.

The Wellington OPP is requesting anyone with information to 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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OPP Picton Police Press Releases

Matthew Miller & Chloe Nugent – Drunk Driving

(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