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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert, Joshua NOBLE-MURRAY: Luring Children, Child Porn, Etc.

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a number of incidents and effected arrests over the past week.

On January 28, 2025, members of Northumberland OPP received information that a minor had been communicating with an adult and that explicit communications had been exchanged.

The Northumberland Crime Unit were engaged to assist with the investigation and on February 21, 2025, officers attended an address in Wasaga Beach and arrested one male party.

As a result of this investigation, Joshua NOBLE-MURRAY, 26-years-old, from Wasaga Beach, has been charged with:

–      Make sexually explicit material available to a person under 14 years of age

–      Agreement to commit a sexual offence against a person under 14 years of age

–      Luring a person under 14 years of age by means of telecommunication

–      Possession of child pornography

–      Indecent exposure to a person under 16 years of age.

The accused was held for bail before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

On February 20, 2025, at approximately 3:15 p.m., police received a complaint regarding someone who appeared to be distress and not dressed for the weather on McClelland Road South in the Township of Hamilton.

Officers arrived and following speaking to both parties who were present, it transpired that neither were meant to be in the company of the other as a result of a previous incident.

A 58-year-old male and a 44-year-old female, were both arrested and charged with:

–      Failure to comply with undertaking

They are due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

On February 21, 2025, shortly after 9:30 a.m., officers received a complaint regarding an individual who had been trespassed from a commercial property on Grand Road in the Municipality of Trent Hills.

OPP arrived and following refusal to leave despite being directed by police, a 40-year-old male of no fixed address was arrested and charged with:

–      Fail to leave premises when directed.

The individual is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

On February 23, 2025, at around 6:15 a.m., OPP responded to a report of a collision involving a snow plow truck and a passenger vehicle on Highway 401 westbound in the Municipality of Port Hope. Emergency Medical Services were also dispatched to the incident where the passenger vehicle sustained heavy damage.

A 23-year-old male driver from Port Hope was transported to a local hospital with non-serious injuries where he was later charged with:

–      Unsafe move – lane or shoulder.

This highlights the dangers of following too closely in winter conditions. Snowplows and emergency service vehicles are on the highway to keep the public safe, whether by clearing snow and ice or responding to collisions and emergencies. Incidents like this not only put workers at risk but also take essential vehicles out of service, delaying road maintenance and emergency response. Drivers are reminded to slow down, give snowplows plenty of space, and exercise patience to ensure everyone gets home safely.

Members of Northumberland 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 705-745-9000 or www.stopcrimehere.ca.

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Mississippi Mills OPP Police Press Releases

Glen GUENETTE – Drunk Driving

(MISSISSIPPI MILLS TWP, ON) – – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Carleton Place resident with impaired driving.

 Officers conducted a traffic stop on Golden Line Road in Mississippi Mills Township on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at approximately 4:00 p.m.

The officer, while conducting a traffic investigation, arrested the driver and transported the individual to the Carleton Place Detachment for testing.

As a result of the investigation, Glen GUENETTE, age 61, of Carleton Place has been charged with:

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

• Operation while impaired – Alcohol

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on March 17, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension), and vehicle has been impounded for seven days.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

1 Dead: Milton URGILES Arrested & Sentenced

(NEW TECUMSETH) – On September 22, 2020, at approximately 11:00 a.m., the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single commercial motor vehicle collision on Townline Road, in the Town of New Tecumseth, between Concession 2 and Concession 3.

Officers located a commercial motor vehicle in the ditch. The vehicle had been travelling northbound on Townline Road when it lost control and collided with a tree in the west side ditch. Townline Road was closed between the 2nd and 3rd Concessions for several hours. 

The driver of the vehicle succumbed to the injuries as a result of the crash.

Upon further investigation, it was found that the supervisor and manager of the company who owned the Commercial Vehicle Operators Registration (CVOR) for the involved commercial motor vehicle, failed to properly maintain the vehicle that resulted in a mechanical failure ultimately leading to the collision.

As a result, on May 4, 2021, the company owner the Milton URGILES 48-years-old of Etobicoke was charged with the following:

  • Causing Death by Criminal Negligence.

On July 20, 2024, the accused was found guilty of Causing Death by Criminal Negligence.

On February 18, 2025, the accused was sentenced to 5 years imprisonment. 

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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Kingston Police Press Releases

Jugraj Singh Was Arrested Again After Hit & Run

(Kingston, ON) – A stolen vehicle, from Quebec crashed into a rock cut while traveling west bound on the 401 highway last night. A second stolen vehicle, from Quebec was recovered when the driver stopped to pick up the other individual that had fled the collision.

Just after 12:30 am on February 24, 2025 Frontenac OPP were called to a single vehicle collision on the 401 highway going west bound just beyond the Gardiners Road on ramp. When officers arrived, the vehicle was empty with obvious signs of an injured driver that had walked away from the wreckage. It was determined that the vehicle was stolen.

Frontenac OPP, assisted by the Kingston Police Force conducted a search with their K-9 unit, but did not locate the driver. A second stolen vehicle from Quebec stopped a short distance along the highway, where the injured individual was picked up. Officers stopped the vehicle and arrested the driver and the passenger, who had cuts and lacerations to his head.

A search of the vehicles located a large amount of stolen property and identification belonging to other victims. Wallets, cell phones, clothing and identification were recovered in both vehicles.

Jugraj Singh, a 27-year-old male, from Toronto was charged with several offences:

  • Theft of motor vehicle – 2 counts.
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code.
  • Fail to comply with probation – 5 counts.
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000 – 2 counts.
  • Fraud over $5000.
  • Possession of schedule I substance – Cocaine
  • Personation with intent.
  • Possession of a credit card.
  • Obstruct peace officer.
  • Fail to remain.
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence.

The accused was held in custody to appear for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston.

Navtej Singh, a 20-year-old male, from Brampton was charged with several offences:

  • Theft of motor vehicle – 2 counts.
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000 – 3 counts.

The accused was held in custody to appear for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston.

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers

 (OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to two separate incidents this past Saturday morning, resulting in impaired driving charges.

 On February 22, 2025, at approximately 7:30 a.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a traffic complaint, on the westbound lanes of Highway 401, in the Township of South-West Oxford.

 As a result of the investigation, Desiree LUMLEY, a 28-year-old resident of London has been charged with:

  •  Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus

 The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, in Woodstock on April 1, 2025.

Approximately one hour later, at approximately 8:30 a.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to another traffic complaint, this time on the eastbound lanes of Highway 401, in the Township of South-West Oxford.

 As a result of the investigation, Me-Me-Keau, a 38-year-old resident of London has been charged with:

  •        Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  •       Operation While Impaired
  •       Take Motor Vehicle Without Consent
  •       Theft Under $5000
  •       Drive While Under Suspension
  •       Drive Motor Vehicle Without a Licence

 The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, in Woodstock on April 8, 2025.

Police would like to thank members of the public who call in traffic complaints. Traffic safety is everyone’s responsibility, and 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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thessalon

19 Year Old Arrested After Rampage – Name Released

(THESSALON, ON)– Family member smashes up house.

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an intoxicated person smashing up the complainant’s house on Edward Street in the Town of Thessalon. 

While en route to the residence, a query revealed that the intoxicated individual was also wanted for an outstanding warrant. Upon arrival, officers located the person upstairs and made the arrest.

As a result, Nathan RODGERS, 19-years-of-age from Thessalon was charged with:

  • Mischief under $5000
  • Fail to comply with Release Order

The accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on February 22, 2025.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

3 Charged After Failing To Stop For Emergency Vehicle

(City of Kawartha Lakes, ON) On February 22nd, at approximately 8:00 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in the City of Kawartha Lakes conducted a traffic stop on Centreline Road. The stop occurred after the vehicle failed to slow down and move over for an emergency vehicle.

During the stop, the officer initiated an investigation into impaired driving and drug trafficking. The driver of the vehicle registered a “warn” on a roadside approved screening device. As a result, the vehicle was towed, and the driver’s license was suspended for three days.

The investigation led to the arrest and charging of three individuals in connection with the incident.

40-year-old, Justin Wood, of Bobcaygeon with the following.

–         Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking X 2

–         Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition

–         Fail to slow down and proceed with caution for emergency vehicles or tow trucks

35-year-old,Elyssa Hanley of Bobcaygeon with the following.

–         Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking X 2

–         Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition

–         Passenger fail to wear seat belt properly

37-year-old, Mitchell Duffy, of Bobcaygeon with the following.

–         Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking X 2

–         Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition

–         Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000.00

–         Fail to comply with probation order

–         Passenger fail to wear seat belt properly

The two individuals were released from custody with conditions will appear in Court in Lindsay on a later date. The other accused was held for bail.  

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 Puslinch

Jeremy CORE: Drunk Driving While Suspended

(PUSLINCH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Waterloo resident with four charges, stemming from a traffic complaint.

On February 21, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP received a traffic complaint involving a motor vehicle being parked in the middle of a live roadway on Leslie Road West within Puslinch Township. Officers then responded to the scene.

As a result of the investigation, Jeremy CORE, a 34-year-old of Waterloo is charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension (two counts)

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 March 4, 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. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Snowmobilers Arrested

(BLIND RIVER, ON)– Two snowmobile drivers charged with impaired.

On February 23, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a possible impaired snowmobile operator on John Street in the Town of Spanish.

Officers observed the suspect snowmobile traveling westbound on Front Street (also known as Highway 17) and initiated a traffic stop near the intersection of Hamilton Street and Front Street. Upon speaking with the driver, police determined that alcohol had been consumed, and a subsequent arrest was made. 

While investigating this incident, another snowmobile approached and stopped directly across the highway from the officers’ location. Upon speaking with the second driver, officers determined that this individual had also consumed alcohol, leading to another arrest.

Derek VAN VLIET, 39 years-of-age from Toronto was charged with:

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

Thomas YOUNG, 39 years-of-age from Innisfil was charged with:

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

Both accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on April 3, 2025.

Both snowmachines were towed and impounded for seven days with both drivers being issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension.

If you suspect and impaired driver don’t hesitate “MAKE THE CALL” call 911.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Glengarry

Cory READ Was Arrested

(SOUTH ELMSLEY, ON) – – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a South Emlsley Township resident with impaired driving.

 Officers conducted a traffic stop of an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) on Rideau Ferry Road at Bass Lake Road, in South Elmsley Township on Sunday, February 23, 2025, shortly after 8:00 p.m.

As a result of the investigation, the officer arrested the driver and transported the individual to the detachment in Perth for testing.

Cory READ age 44 of South Elmsley Township, has been charged with:

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

• Operation while prohibited

• Drive under suspension – Highway Traffic Act

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on March 24, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension), and vehicle has been impounded for 45 days.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Juan DIAZ DIAZ Was Arrested

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – One person has been charged with several offences after a traffic complaint in Leamington.

On February 23, 2025, at approximately 1:43 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a traffic complaint on Highway 77 in the Town of Leamington. 

Juan DIAZ DIAZ, 35-years-old of Leamington, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act and Liquor Licence and Control Act offences:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

• Dangerous Operation

• Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

• Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available

• Class G1 driver – unaccompanied by qualified driver

• Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

• Use plate not authorized for vehicle

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on March 11, 2025, to speak 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”. 

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 of alcohol, please call 911 immediately. 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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Drummond-North Elmsley OPP Police Press Releases

Skylar DUCHENE: Assault, Drugs, Etc.

 (DRUMMOND-NORTH ELMSLEY, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a single vehicle collision.

On February 23, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., police spotted a vehicle stuck in a snowbank on Station Road in Drummond-North Elmsley Township. The driver was found to have an outstanding arrest warrant from an incident in Carleton Place on the February 14, 2025. A search of the vehicle located a firearm as well as several grams of suspected cocaine.

 Skylar DUCHENE, age 26 of no fixed address, has been charged with:

·      Assault                                                                                                    

·      Uttering threats

·      Mischief

·      Possession of a firearm

·      Possession of a firearm when prohibited

·      Trafficking of a Schedule I substance

The accused was released from custody following a bail hearing, and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on March 31, 2025  

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Lukas PASCHENKO: Drunk Driving

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – One person has been charged with impaired driving after a traffic complaint in Leamington.

On February 20, 2025, at approximately 3:15 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a traffic complaint on Mersea Road 2 in the Town of Leamington. 

Lukas PASCHENKO, 30-years-old of London, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on February 27, 2025, to speak 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”. 

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 of alcohol, please call 911 immediately. 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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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Daniel SHEEHAN Arrested Following Collision

(LAKESHORE, ON) – One person has been charged following a collision in Lakeshore.

On February 21, 2025, at approximately 10:41 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision in the Municipality of Lakeshore. 

Daniel SHEEHAN, 43-years-old of Tilbury, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

• Dangerous Operation

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 March 7, 2025, 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”. 

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 of alcohol, please call 9-1-1 immediately. 

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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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Maximo CALAYON: Drunk Driving

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – One person has been charged with impaired driving after a traffic complaint in Leamington.

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 11:20 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a traffic complaint on Satinwood Crescent in the Town of Leamington. 

Maximo CALAYON, 35-years-old of Leamington, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on March 11, 2025, to speak 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”. 

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 of alcohol, please call 911 immediately. 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).