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OPP Police Press Releases South Glengarry

2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(SOUTH GLENGARRY, ON) – The Stormont Dundas & Glengarry (SD&G) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two motorists with impaired driving.

On January 11, 2025, shortly after 11:00 p.m., SD&G officers observed a motor vehicle unable to maintain it’s lane on Highway 401 in the South Glengarry Township. Further Investigation led to the driver being arrested.       

Megan POUPORE, aged 30, of Massena, New York was charged with:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on February 6, 2025.

(SOUTH STORMONT, ON) – On January 12, 2025, shortly before 7:00 p.m., SD&G officers responded to a single collision on Simcoe Street in South Stormont Township.  

Courtney BROCKETT, aged 32, of South Stormont Township was charged with:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on February 6, 2025.

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Meaford OPP Police Press Releases

Do You Recognize This Theft Suspect?

(MEAFORD, ON) – On January 8, 2025, the Grey Bruce OPP responded to a theft complaint at the LCBO in Meaford.

It is reported that an unknown individual entered the business and stole over $1000 worth of alcohol. The suspect was observed on video surveillance and is described as, male, 5’9″ tall, wearing red puma shoes, jeans, red buffalo sabres toque, grey jacket, black hoody, a triangle type tattoo on the left side of his neck and driving a Dodge Charger with plate DCCD100. It is believed that this individual is a suspect in other LCBO thefts around the province.

The Grey Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information or if you observe the vehicle 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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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Another Drunk Driver Arrested

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – Police arrested and charged one person with impaired driving offences, after an investigation involving a motor vehicle in a ditch.

On January 11, 2025, at approximately 10:40 p.m., members from the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle in a ditch on Leclair Road, West Nipissing.

No injuries were reported and as a result of the investigation, Camille, DUBUC TREMBLAY, 30 years-of-age, from Cache Bay, was arrested and charged with, operation while impaired – alcohol and failure or refusal to comply with demand.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on February 6, 2025, in North Bay.

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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Area OPP Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

27 Year Old From Mount Forest Arrested

(BROCKTON, ON) – On January 11, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a motor vehicle collision along Bruce Road 4 near Ontario Road, Municipality of Brockton.

On arrival, officers located a two vehicle collision. The investigating officer detected signs of impairment from one of the involved drivers. The driver was placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Natasha VARLEY, 27-years-old, of Mount Forest was charged with:

  • Impaired Operation (80 plus), CC 320.14(1)(b)

The accused is set to appear in the Walkerton Court of Justice on February 12, 2025.

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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Greater Napanee OPP Police Press Releases

Kyle SCHENK – Drunk Driving

(GREATER NAPANEE, ON) – Lennox and Addington County Detachment members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person with impaired driving following a traffic complaint on Monday evening.

On Monday, January 13, 2025, shortly before 6:00 p.m., L&A County OPP members stopped a vehicle following a traffic complaint that it was swerving into oncoming traffic on County Road 41 in Greater Napanee.   

Kyle SCHENK, a 34-year-old from Greater Napanee was charged with:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on February 4, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

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Clearview OPP Police Press Releases

Victoria BELL – Drunk Driving

(CLEARVIEW TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving related charges because of a traffic tip.

On January 13, 2025, at approximately 2:15 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a traffic tip of a possible impaired driver on Mill Street in Clearview Township.

Officers patrolled the area and located the vehicle arriving at the vehicle owner’s residence. Officers noticed an odour of alcohol on the driver’s breath which led into an impaired driving investigation. As a result, Victoria BELL, 58-year-old of Clearview Township, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol and Drugs

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, 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.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tweed

Fatal Head-on Collision

(TWEED, ON) – A head-on collision on Highway 7 near Tweed has left one person deceased.

Officers with the Central Hastings Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with members of the of the Tweed Fire Department and Hastings Quinte Paramedic Service, responded to the crash on Monday, January 13, 2025, shortly after 10:00 a.m. near Flinton Road, northeast of Tweed.

A car and tractor trailer had collided head-on, with the driver of the car being ejected from his vehicle. Despite life-saving efforts by paramedics, the individual was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the transport did not suffer any serious physical injuries.

The deceased has been identified as a 61-year-old man from Peterborough.

The investigation by Central Hastings OPP into the collision continues, with assistance from an OPP Collision Reconstructionist and members of the Technical Collision Investigation Team.

The highway reopened shortly before 9:00 p.m.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

KNUFF – Impaired Operation

(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person has been charged after they were arrested for impaired operation at a Reduced Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check.

On January 11, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE check at the intersection of Barber Street and Queensway Avenue in the town of Espanola. A vehicle went through the RIDE, and police determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance. Further testing on scene resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, the driver, David KNUFF, 62-years-old from Espanola, was charged with operation while impaired – drugs.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on March 10, 2025.

The OPP has highly trained Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) officers who are skilled in the detection and investigation of drug impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

COYNE – Break & Enter

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following a break-and-enter investigation in Simcoe.

At approximately 2:04 p.m. on Saturday, January 11, 2025, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a break-and-enter in progress on Donly Drive South in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that an individual unlawfully entered a business on the property. Upon being confronted by officers, the suspect fled on foot. Officers later located and arrested the individual on Victoria Street in Simcoe without further incident.

40-year-old Danny COYNE from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Break, enter a place – with intent to commit indictable offence.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

QUEWEZENCE Was Arrested

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment have arrested and charged one individual after a motor vehicle collision. 

On January 10, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m. members of the Dryden OPP Detachment responded to a motor vehicle collision on Highway 105 in an unorganized township.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver involved in the collision had been consuming alcoholic beverages. The accused was placed under arrest after refusing to provide a breath sample into an approved screening device (ASD).

Starr QUEWEZENCE, 27-years-old, of Red Lake, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·         Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden February 3, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Zachary SHAW Was Arrested Again

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following an investigation into a shoplifting incident in Simcoe.

At approximately 1:23 p.m. on Saturday, January 11, 2025, officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a reported theft on Queensway East in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

It was determined that an individual entered a business, concealed merchandise, and attempted to exit without paying.

Officers located the individual on the premises and took them into custody without incident.

47-year-old Zachary SHAW from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

THOMPSON Was Arrested

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – On January 12, 2025, at approximately 1:50 a.m., members of the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a single vehicle collision on Haldimand Road 49, Dunnville.

The investigation determined that a single vehicle was involved in a collision. The driver, and lone occupant suffered minor injuries.

As a result, 24-year-old Shinelle THOMPSON was charged with the following offences:

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

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

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Haldimand County Police Press Releases

Michelle HONKOOP – Drunk Driving

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – On January 11, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., members of the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a single vehicle collision on Haldimand Road 55, Nanticoke.

The investigation determined that a single vehicle was involved in a collision. The driver, and lone occupant suffered minor injuries.

As a result, 49-year-old Michelle HONKOOP of Jarvis was charged with the following offences:

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

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

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Geraldton OPP Police Press Releases

28 Year Old Arrested For Impaired Driving

(GERALDTON, ON) – Members of the Greenstone Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment have arrested and charged one individual with impaired operation. 

 On January 11th, 2025, at 12:25 a.m. members of the Greenstone OPP Detachment initiated to a traffic stop on Main Street in Geraldton.

 Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Greenstone OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Bridge ECHUM-LEGARDE, 28-years-old, of Longlac, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Adult Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

 The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Geraldton on February 20th, 2025.

 The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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OPP Police Press Releases Trent Hills

Joseph OLIVER – Drunk Driving

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following a single vehicle collision.

On January 12, 2025, at around 7:35 p.m., police received a report regarding a collision which occurred on 5th Line East in the Municipality of Trent Hills.

Officers arrived at the location and found a heavily damaged passenger vehicle which was unoccupied. Through investigation, the driver was located at a nearby residential address. OPP entered into an impaired operation investigation where the accused was taken into custody and transported to a nearby police station for further tests. There were no injuries reported, and no other persons involved.

Joseph OLIVER (age 20) from Stirling, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

–      Fail to remain.

In addition to a future court date for the accused, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

The OPP remind the public not to drive when planning to consume alcohol or drugs. Please make other arrangements for alternative transport such as a designated driver, taxi, rideshare, public transit or staying the night.