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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Joanne MARTIN Arrested Following Collision

(PEMBROKE, ON) – A driver is facing Criminal Code (CC) charges after a multi-vehicle collision in the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment area.

On February 27, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., the UOV OPP responded to a collision involving three vehicles in the 800 block of Pembroke Street West. Investigation found that a vehicle left the roadway, struck a utility pole and continued on, striking two other vehicles which were parked. No injuries were reported. The driver was taken into custody and test results were more than three and a half times the legal blood alcohol limit. 

As a result of this incident Joanne MARTIN, age 47 of Laurentian Valley Township, has been charged with the following 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. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke March 24, 2025. 

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(PEMBROKE, ON) – Two local residents are facing charges after an impaired driving investigation in Pembroke resulted in the seizure of suspected cocaine and the recovery of a stolen vehicle.   

On February 25, 2025, at approximately 11:15 a.m., members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a suspicious passenger vehicle with two occupants parked on Esther Street in Pembroke. Investigation found the vehicle had been previously reported stolen from a rental car agency. The driver was taken into custody and a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officer conducted testing at the detachment. Officers seized suspected cocaine as well as items typically associated with drug trafficking.     

As a result of this investigation the driver, 30-year-old Caitlin DENNIS of Chalk River, has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) offences:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·        Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days. They were released to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on March 10, 2025.  

Vehicle passenger Brandon ROUSSEAU, age 38 of Deep River, was charged with the following CC and CDSA offences:

·        Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·        Fail to comply with probation

The accused was held for a bail hearing and remains in custody until their next appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice on March 6, 2025.  

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers with impaired-related offences following traffic stops for violations of the Highway Traffic Act.

On February 26, 2025, shortly after 11:00 p.m., an officer patrolling the area of Mayfield Road, near Ace Drive, conducted a traffic stop. The investigation led to the driver being arrested.

As a result, Amanpreet SINGH, 36, of Brampton, was charged with:

• Failure or refusal to comply with demand

• Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

• Red light – fail to stop

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 13, 2025, to answer to the charges.

A few hours later, on February 27, 2025, shortly after 1:00 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Highway 10 and Old School Road also conducted a traffic stop. During the investigation, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, which led to their arrest.

As a result, Lovepreet LITT, 26, of Brampton, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 20, 2025, to answer to the charge.

Both driver’s licences were also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicles impounded for seven.

This is an opportunity to remind motorists that failure or refusal to comply with a demand in an impaired operation investigation is a criminal offence. Furthermore, the consequences an individual will face are the same as being charged with impaired operation.

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

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you’re planning to drink or use drugs, make sure you don’t drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi, use public transportation, or find another safe way home. If you suspect someone is driving under the influence, it’s important to call 9-1-1 to report it. If the situation is not urgent or currently ongoing, you can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or through their website at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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OPP Peterborough Police Press Releases

Large Drug Bust – Jayson MCCONNELL Arrested Again

(PETERBOROUGH, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Peterborough County / Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) arrested an individual in relation to an ongoing trafficking investigation.

On Wednesday February 26, 2025, members of the Peterborough/Northumberland CSCU located an individual on Highway 115 believed to be involved in trafficking. Officers conducted a traffic stop at which point the driver was placed under arrest.

Officers conducted a search incident to arrest and located a kilogram of suspected Cocaine as well as Marihuana Hash and Marihuana Bud.

Immediately upon being arrested, the accused advised that they needed to attend an industrial unit located in Peterborough City as a large Marihuana Extractor had been left running and if it was not shut off, it could explode. Officers, along with the Peterborough Fire Department attended and the machine was safely shut off.

Warrants were executed at both the industrial unit as well as the accused’s residence where police located a large Marihuana resin extraction machine, 51 garbage bags filled with Marihuana bud/shake, 2kg of Marihuana Hash, and approximately 10 litres of Marihuana oil.

Jayson MCCONNELL (age 39) of Ennismore, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Possession for the purpose of distributing Cannabis (two counts)

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

·      Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon

·      Fail to comply with a Release Order

·      Obtain or offer to obtain Cannabis by any method or process (manufacturing, altering chemical or physical properties)

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

During the arrest, officers located and seized:

·      1 kilogram of Cocaine

·      $755 in Canadian Currency

·      2 kilograms of Hash

·      10 litres of Hash Oil

·      Large amounts of Marihuana for processing

·      Large Industrial Marihuana Resin Extraction machine

·      Various chemicals associated with Marihuana Resin extraction

·      51 garbage bags of Marihuana Shake

·      A spring-loaded knife

·      Cellphone

The Ontario Fire Marshall is also looking into possible charges/fines in relation to the operation of the Marihuana extraction machine.

The Peterborough County / Northumberland CSCU would like to recognize and thank the Peterborough Police Service for the role they played in this investigation. As well, we would like to thank the Peterborough Fire Department for their assistance in ensuring the safe shut down of this lab.

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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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Adam GIBSON Was Arrested

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual after a report of a shop lift at a local grocery store.

On February 27, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., officers responded to a report of a shoplift in progress at 30 King Street South in Alliston. The complainant reported that a male, approximately 30-years-old, 5 foot 9 wearing a brown jacket, jeans and black shoes was observed stealing beers, putting them in his backpack then last seen walking westbound towards Dollarama.

Officers located the individual matching the description with the stolen property from the store containing of six 473 ml James Ready beers and twelve 473 ml of Molson Canadian beers, along with what appeared to be suspected cocaine. Upon further investigation, officers learned that that accused was also wanted on an outstanding warrant with the Nottawasaga OPP.

As a result, 34-year-old Adam GIBSON, of Loretto has been arrested and charged with:

·      Theft Under $5000 – shoplifting

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

·     Failure to comply with undertaking

The accused has been held for a bail hearing.

Nottawasaga OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.crimestopperssdm.com. or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Daniel DUCHARME Was Arrested

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On February 27, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a warrant at a residence on Hillside Drive South in Elliot Lake.

The person had failed to comply with conditions on a previous release order, failed to attend for prints, and failed to attend court. These orders were from previous charges of obstruct police, public mischief, and unauthorized possession of a weapon. 

On February 27, police attended the person’s residence and executed the arrest warrant.

Daniel DUCHARME, 38-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:

·      Fail to attend for fingerprints – as per Undertaking

·      Fail to attend for court – as per Undertaking

·      Fail to comply with Undertaking

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on February 28, 2025.

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MUNSEE-DELAWARE FIRST NATION OPP Police Press Releases

Dennis HENRY – Break & Enter

(MUNSEE-DELAWARE FIRST NATION, ON) – Individual facing charges after daytime break and enter in Munsee-Delaware First Nation.

On February 27, 2025, at 9:50 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to an address on Middlemiss Drive in Munsee-Delaware First Nation for the report of a break and enter in progress.

Officers arrived on scene and located an individual fleeing from the property on foot.

The male was located and arrested not far from the scene.

As a result, Dennis HENRY, a 33-year-old of Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Break, Enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence
  • Mischief Under $ 5,000

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on April 22, 2025, to speak to the charges.

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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OPP Police Press Releases TYENDINAGA

Rebecca WATSON – Drunk Driving

(TYENDINAGA TOWNSHIP, ON) – Lennox and Addington County Detachment members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person with impaired driving and numerous other offences following a dispute in Tyendinaga Township.

On Friday, February 28, 2025, shortly before 2:00 a.m., L&A County OPP members were called to a residence in Tyendinaga Township. Following an investigation, Rebecca WATSON, a 33-year-old from Tyendinaga Township was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Failure to comply with demand
  • Operation while prohibited
  • Resist peace officer
  • Drive motor vehicle – not equipped with ignition interlock device

The accused is being held in custody for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee later today (February 28, 2025). Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days.

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GUELPH-ERAMOSA OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA TWP, ON) – One person is deceased as a result of a motor vehicle collision.

On February 28, 2025, at approximately 6:45 a.m., Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and local emergency services responded to a three-vehicle collision on Wellington Road 51, near Ariss.

The collision involved two pick-up trucks and a sedan. As a result, one of the drivers was pronounced deceased on scene. No other injuries were reported.

Wellington Road 51 is currently closed between Fourth Line and Sixth Line and it is anticipated that the roadway will remain closed for the next 6 hours while officers continue to investigate.

OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (T.I.M.E.) team are assisting with the investigation.

Anyone with information or dash camera footage is being asked to contact police at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips.

Further information will be provided when available.

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OPP Otonabee-South Monaghan Police Press Releases

Michael WEIR Was Arrested Again – Details Released

(OTONABEE-SOUTH MONAGHAN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged the operator of a snowmobile with impaired after receiving a complaint.

On February 27, 2025, at approximately 3:00am, Peterborough County OPP Officers were contacted about an individual who had been knocking on the callers door. The occupant of the residence contacted the OPP instead of opening the door and advised they heard a snowmobile start and leave the area.

Officers were in close proximity and responded to the call, attending the area to look for the individual. Officers located a snowmobile with signs of damage to it, with no one in immediate sight. Officers began searching the area for the driver based off a description provided by the caller. The driver was located a short distance away hiding in the bushes. The individual came out and began speaking with the officers at which point they detected signs of impairment. The individual was arrested.

Michael WEIR (age 43) of Keene, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Fail to comply with Release Order (two counts)

·      Fail to produce licence

·      Fail to produce registration

·      Fail to display evidence of permit

·      Fail to report – date and location of occurrence

·      Fail to report – circumstances of collision

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

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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OPP Police Press Releases TEMISKAMING SHORES

Meth Bust – Nicole BELANGER

(TEMISKAMING SHORES, ON) -Two people were arrested and face weapon and drug charges after police stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation.

On February 20, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., members of the Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), initiated a traffic stop on Edith Street in Temiskaming Shores.

During the investigation, officers located and seized a weapon as well as drugs which led to the arrest of both occupants of the vehicle. 

The driver, Nicole BELANGER, 35 years-old, of Notre Dame du Nord, Quebec, was charged with:

  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Possession of Schedule 1 substance – methamphetamine
  • Drive with improper headlights
  • Improper number plate light

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Haileybury, on March 25, 2025.

The passenger, Joshua CHIEF, 40 years-old, of Norte Dame du Nord, Quebec, was charged with:

  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Possession of Schedule 1 substance – methamphetamine
  • Failure to comply with release order
  • Failure to attend court while on release order  

The accused was held for a bail hearing is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Haileybury, on March 4, 2025.

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Woman Scams Money Mart Out Of $30,000

A woman is facing fraud charges after obtaining over $30,000 from a Money Mart.

On December 4, 2024, at approximately 5:20 p.m., a female suspect visited a Money Mart in Oshawa, where she successfully cashed a fraudulent cheque, receiving over $30,000 in cash. The Financial Crimes Unit took over the investigation and were able to identity the female responsible.

Further investigation revealed the female was also involved in a separate incident where she obtained a vehicle by fraudulent means.  

On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, she was arrested for both incidents.

Rebecca Anne GARDINER, age 36 of Peterborough is charged with Fraud Over $5000 x2, Utter Forged Document and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000.

She was released on an undertaking.

Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact D/Cst. Reeves of the Financial Crimes Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5241.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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Guelph Police Service Police Press Releases

GPS Daily Update 27Feb2025 – Worker Spat Upon, $4,200 In Cosmetics Stolen, Etc.

Arrest for spitting on worker

A Guelph woman is charged with assault after a social worker was spat upon downtown.

Approximately noon Tuesday the victim called to report the assault. He was working when he observed a woman slapping another person across the face. The worker intervened and asked the woman to leave. Once they got outside the woman began yelling at passersby, then turned and spat twice on the social worker before leaving the area.

A 32-year-old Guelph woman is charged with assault and breaching a probation order. She remains in custody and will appear in court Thursday.

Nearly $4,200 in cosmetics stolen

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after nearly $4,200 worth of cosmetics were stolen from a business earlier this month.

On February 9, a man and woman entered a business near Eramosa Road and Stevenson Street North. They concealed more than 300 cosmetic items in a reusable bag and walked from the store.

The first suspect was described as a male with a medium build and wearing a black puffy winter jacket with a hood and blue jeans. The second was a female with a medium build wearing a black winter jacket with hood, grey pants and carrying a black purse. The stolen items were placed into a black reusable bag with a rainbow logo.

Store staff believe the same suspects are also responsible for thefts being investigated in other jurisdictions.

Anyone with information is asked to call Constable Sherry Pettapiece at 519-824-1212, ext. 7479, email [email protected], leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips.

Arrest for damage at hospital

A Guelph man has been arrested for damaging two exam rooms at Guelph General Hospital two summers ago.

In August, 2023, a patient at the hospital caused a large hole in a wall by pulling at the drywall. He was moved to a second room, where he damaged an electronic card reader by repeatedly punching and kicking it. He was not arrested at the time as he was receiving treatment.

On Wednesday a 30-year-old Guelph man was located and charged with mischief under $5,000. He will appear in court April 25.

Total calls for service in the last 24 hours – 251

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(DRYDEN, ON) – An investigation led by the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Sioux Lookout OPP CSCU, Red Lake OPP CSCU, Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), Emergency Response Team (ERT), and uniform members from the Dryden OPP Detachment have led to charges being laid against three individuals.  

On February 26, 2025, just after 10:00 am, a search warrant was executed on a residence on Arthur Street, in the City of Dryden. The investigation resulted in the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of suspected illicit drugs, including fentanyl, cocaine, crack cocaine, methamphetamine, and oxycodone as well as a prohibited firearm, over $10,000 in Canadian currency, and further evidence of drug trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, Sarah ABDEL-KARIM, 40-years-old, of Dryden, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Criminal Code with the following offences:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – oxycodone      

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

·        Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

·        Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

Terrence KOROBANIK, 33-years-old, of Dryden, has also been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act and the Criminal Code with the following offences:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – oxycodone      

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

·        Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

·        Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

Xabi CLIFFE-BEGGS, 18-years-old, of York, has also been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act and the Criminal Code with the following offences:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – oxycodone      

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

·        Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

·        Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

·        Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

The accused individuals were remanded into custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on March 3, 2025.

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, call the OPP at 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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Area OPP Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Exeter Business Gets Unexpected Drive-In

(HURON COUNTY, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responds to a single motor vehicle collision involving a local business. Extensive damage occurred.

On February 27, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Huron County OPP, alongside local emergency services responded to a single motor vehicle collision off Thames Road, Exeter involving a local business.

The single occupant inside the motor vehicle sustained minor injury, and no employees or customers inside the business were injured. The driver was taken to local hospital as a precaution.

The extent of the damage to the business is currently unknown, as well as the financial impact it might have regarding repairs and business operations.

The cause of the collision is still under investigation, and there were no road closures as a result of the event.

The Huron County OPP is requesting anyone with information to call investigators at 1-888-310-1122 or anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.