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OPP Otonabee-South Monaghan Police Press Releases

Hwy 7 Collision – One Airlifted To Hospital

(OTONABEE-SOUTH MONAGHAN TOWNSHIP, ON) – On Friday February 21, 2025, members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and emergency crews responded to a serious collision on Highway 7 between Keene Road and Burnham Line.

The collision involved an eastbound tractor trailer and a sport utility vehicle (SUV) that had turned out from a business on the south side of Highway 7, attempting to cross over to the westbound lanes. The eastbound tractor trailer was unable to stop in time and collided with the driver’s side of the SUV. The driver of the SUV was ejected from the vehicle. Witnesses came to the aid of the driver until EMS and Fire arrived on scene.

The driver of the SUV, a 76-year-old male from Lakefield, was transported to a local hospital and was later transported by ORNGE Air to a trauma centre in Toronto.

Highway 7 remained closed for several hours while police investigated, and members trained in collision reconstruction measured and document the scene. The road reopened at approximately 11:00pm that same night.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has surveillance or dash camera footage of the collision and has not spoken with police is asked to contact the Peterborough County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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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ENGLEHART OPP Police Press Releases

Sleeping Driver Arrested For Impaired

(ENGLEHART, ON) – A person observed sleeping behind the wheel of a vehicle near a school in Englehart, leads to one person being charged with impaired and drug possession.

On February 20, 2025, at approximately 8:40 a.m., members of the Englehart and Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), responded to a person who appeared to be asleep behind the wheel of a vehicle on Third Street in Englehart.

The OPP located the vehicle and the occupant at the scene. As a result of the investigation, the occupant was arrested for impaired driving and transported to detachment for further testing with the assistance of a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).

Marcel WIDDIFIELD, 39 years-of-age of Kirkland Lake, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Possession of Schedule 1 Substance – Cocaine  

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Haileybury, on March 4, 2025.

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

71 Year Old Pedestrain Suffers Life-threatening Injuries

(BANCROFT, ON) – The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is continuing to investigate a collision involving a pedestrian on Madawaska Street in the town of Bancroft.

On Friday, February 21, 2025, shortly after 5:00 p.m., a collision occurred involved a vehicle and a 71 year old female pedestrian.

The pedestrian was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Bancroft OPP continues to investigate the cause of the collision.

The OPP wants to remind both pedestrians and motorists to stay vigilant while walking or driving in high traffic areas. This is especially important during times of reduced visibility such as inclement weather or sunset and sunrise.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Nicole GREENWOOD: Drunk Driving

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one driver for stunt driving and driving while impaired in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On February 22, 2025, shortly before 9:00 p.m., A Nottawasaga OPP officer was conducting mobile radar enforcement on Highway 89 East of County Road 56 in the Town of New Tecumseth. The officer observed a truck travelling at a high rate of speed ahead of another vehicle eastbound on highway 89. The officer locked their mobile radar at 130km per hour in a 80 km per hour zone.

The officer conducted a traffic stop at which time demanded the driver provide the documents to the vehicle and valid Ontario drivers licence. During this interaction the officer formed grounds of impairment. The officer issued an ASD (Alcohol Screening Device) demand where the driver subsequently registered a “fail”.

At 9:02 p.m., the driver: Nicole GREENWOOD 25 years-old, of Holland Landing, was arrested and charge with:  

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

• Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform stunt – Excessive speed

The accused was released on a form 10 Undertaking and is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 20 2025.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Markstay-Warren OPP Police Press Releases

Kenneth NIPIUS: Drunk Driving

(MARKSTAY-WARREN, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver with impaired driving offences.

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 10:25 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on Nepewassi Lake Road, Markstay-Warren.

A concern motorist assisted another vehicle out of a ditch, and believed the driver was impaired by alcohol. Police attended the scene and arrest the driver who had driven into the ditch for impaired driving, then transported the driver to an OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Kenneth NIPIUS, 52 years-of-age, from Markstay-Warren, was charged with, operation while impaired – alcohol, and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on March 19, 2025, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Shawn McAVOY: Drunk Driving

(SUDBURY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver with impaired driving offences after responding to a collision.

On February 15, 2025, at approximately 7:50 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP, Fire Services and Emergency Medical Services responded to an overturned vehicle in the ditch on Highway 17, Sudbury.

No injuries were reported, and the driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to an OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Shawn McAVOY, 46 years-of-age, from St. Charles, was charged with, operation while impaired – alcohol, and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on March 13, 2025, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested: KNIGHT & Smith

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two drivers for impaired related offense, The drivers were involved in separate events.

On February 22, 2025 at 1:07 a.m., the Huntsville OPP were conducting patrols on King William Street conducted a vehicle stop resulting in the driver being arrested for impaired driving  

As a result of the investigation, Tim KNIGHT, 27 years old of Huntsville Ontario, has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol/drugs

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

The accused vehicle was impounded for 7 days and they received a 90 Administrative Driver’s license Suspension.

The accused is set to appear in court April 15, 2025 at Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge, Ontario.

On February 23, 2025 at 2:30 a.m., the Huntsville OPP were dispatched to a vehicle that was struck in a snow bank on Main St East in Huntsville. Upon arrival, police spoke with a female driver who they believed the was intoxicated.

As a result of the investigation, Karissa SMITH, 27 years old of Gravenhurst Ontario, has been charged with:

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

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused vehicle was impounded for 7 days and they received a 90 Administrative Driver’s license Suspension.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on March 11, 2025.

Both of these events could have easily been avoided had the drivers planned ahead before consuming alcohol or drugs. Don’t include drinking in any plans to drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another option that takes driving out of the picture altogether.

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Burwash OPP Police Press Releases

Charles NOGANOSH: Drunk Driving

(BURWASH TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver with impaired driving.

On February 15, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP conducted a traffic stop on Highway 69, Burwash Township.

While speaking to the driver, it was determined the driver was impaired and was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to an OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Charles NOGANOSH, 60 years-of-age, from Britt, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on March 26, 2025, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Snowmobile Collision: 2 Sent To Hospital With Serious Injuries

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police were dispatched to a motor vehicle versus snowmobile collision at the intersection of Highway 12 and Atherley Road in the City of Orillia.

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., officers of Orillia OPP, along with Orillia Fire and Simcoe County Paramedics were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision at Hwy 12 & Atherley Rd. Upon arrival, officers observed both a snowmobile and motor vehicle with substantial damage.

As a result of the collision, two injured parties were transported to Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital with serious life altering injuries.

Investigation is ongoing and the Central Region Traffic Incident Management Enforcement unit (TIME) will be assisting. The intersection remains closed currently. We ask anyone with dashcam footage of the collision please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 to assist with the investigation.

Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Lambton OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Collision – 36 Year Old Deceased

(LAMBTON COUNTY, ON) – A collision in Lambton County has resulted in the death of one individual.

On Friday February 21, 2025, at approximately 9:05 p.m., members of the Lambton County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with Lambton County Fire Services and Lambton County Paramedic Services were called to a single motorized snow vehicle collision near Highway 40 and Holt Line in St. Clair Township.

The lone rider, a 36-year-old resident of Wallaceburg was taken to hospital where they were pronounced deceased.

OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) are assisting Lambton OPP with the investigation.

If you have any information that can assist with the investigation, please contact Lambton OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided when available. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Sioux Lookout

Police Now Using Anti-Riot Weapons #YouWereWarned

(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – Members of the Sioux Lookout Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the OPP Emergency Response Team have arrested and charged an individual following a robbery in Sioux Lookout. The province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has since invoked its mandate.

On Friday, February 21, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., Sioux Lookout OPP were dispatched to a report of a robbery at a grocery store on Queen Street. Upon arrival, police located the individual nearby. During the interaction, police discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN). The individual was taken into custody.

As a result of the investigation, Tyler WHISKEYJACK, 29 years old of Sioux Lookout, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Robbery with weapon

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

The accused was held for bail and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sioux Lookout on February 22, 2025.

The OPP has notified the SIU, which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will not be able to provide further information. Any other inquiries should be directed to [email protected].

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Clinton Street Trespass: Marcia LASALLE

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Orillia Detachment are investigating a Trespass at Night occurrence on Clinton Street, in the City of Orillia.

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., police received a call of a suspicious person attempting to gain access into a residence through a rear door. Prior to police arrival, the suspect fled on foot and was located shortly after at a local business on Memorial Ave. After further investigation police determined the female suspected was wanted by police on two outstanding warrants for theft related charges.

As a result, Marcia LASALLE, age 44, from Orillia has been charged with:

·      Obstruct Peace Officer

·      Trespass at Night

The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking with a future court date.

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia, by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report minor occurrences online by visiting www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have any information on this crime or any other crime. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Brockville OPP Police Press Releases

Stacey BLACKMORE: Hit & Run

(BROCKVILLE, ON) – An individual faces multiple charges after the driver fled the scene after they were involved in a collision on Highway 401 near Long Beach.

On Thursday, February 20, 2025, shortly after 2:30 a.m., members of the Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to reports of a single car crash against a guardrail on Highway 401. Upon arrival, officers found an unattended car obstructing traffic.

The driver had been observed leaving the scene on foot. A short time later, officers located and arrested a suspect who was found to be in possession of approximately 90 grams of suspected fentanyl as well as items typically associated with drug trafficking.

56-year-old Stacey BLACKMORE of Kingston was charged with the following:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Obstruct a peace officer
  • Careless driving
  • Dangerous operation
  • Fail to report accident
  • Fail to remain at the scene of an accident
  • Mischief – render property dangerous, useless, inoperative or ineffective
  • Failure to comply with undertaking – four counts

The accused was remanded into custody after appearing at a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville.

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Kingsville OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust: Steve ENGLISH

(KINGSVILLE, ON) – One person has been charged with drug trafficking after a search warrant was executed in the Town of Kingsville.

On February 20, 2025, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Essex County Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and the Lambton CSCU executed a search warrant on Sunset Avenue in Kingsville.

The search warrant resulted in a seizure of just under $9000, including suspected cocaine and opioids. Additionally, Canadian currency, U.S. currency and weapons were seized.

Steve ENGLISH, 61 years-of-age from Kingsville, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Criminal Code with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin) – Two counts

• 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 Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on March 31, 2025, to speak to the charges. 

If you know of any information about illegal activity, feel free to contact investigators at 1-888-310-1122, or anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Hawkesbury OPP Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert: Kevin LESSARD Child Porn

(HAWKESBURY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Hawkesbury Detachment has charged a Hawkesbury resident following a child sexual exploitation investigation.

The investigation, supported by the Child Sexual Exploitation Unit (CSEU), resulted in a search warrant executed at a residence, and electronic devices were seized.

Kevin LESSARD, 33 years of age, was arrested and charged with possession of child pornography.

The accused was released after a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on March 26, 2025.

The OPP will continue to aggressively identify and pursue individuals who use technology to exploit children. Parents are reminded to take a proactive approach to help protect their children from online sexual exploitation by speaking with their children about internet safety. Parents can find resources to assist them at cybertip.ca or protectchildren.ca.

If you have information regarding online child exploitation, call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you want to provide information anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca. Information may also be reported through cybertip.ca.