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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

31 Year Old Drunk Driver Arrested

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – A Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check on Meredith Street East at the Little Current swing bridge resulted in one person being arrested for impaired operation.

On December 29, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE check on Meredith Street East at the Little Current swing bridge. A vehicle came through the RIDE, and officers detected the odour of an alcoholic beverage coming from the driver, along with other signs of impairment. Further testing on scene resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, the driver, Myles PITAWANAKWAT-JACKO, 31-years-old from Birch Island, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on January 21, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that the Festive RIDE season is now. The public can expect to see an increased police presence throughout the province, as OPP officers conduct RIDE checks 24/7. If you suspect an 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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OPP Police Press Releases Tiny

60 Year Old Facing Drunk Driving Charge – Name Released

(TINY TOWNSHIP, ON) –  An officer from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while on patrol in Balm Beach, Tiny Township stopped a 1973 Chevrolet pick up on the Balm Beach Road near Lesperance Road at approximately 2:39 p.m. December 29, 2024.

The officer conducted a safety inspection of the vehicle and entered into an impaired driving investigation upon speaking with the lone driver.

As a result of the investigation, Alfred SCHERER 60 years of Tiny Township has been charged criminally with the following offences.

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

And further with

  • Operate unsafe vehicle contrary to the Highway Traffic Act

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the January 9, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

Zackery BURNETT Arrested After Multiple Complaints

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person has been arrested and is facing impaired related charges following a traffic complaint on Whites Point Road in the Township of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI).

On December 25, 2024, the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint about a possible impaired driver leaving a business in Little Current. A second traffic complaint was received from a different individual, reporting that a pickup truck, which matched the description from the first complaint, had backed into the ditch on Whites Point Road, NEMI Township. Officers attended the scene, and further investigation led to the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, the driver, Zackery BURNETT, 29-years-old from Little Current, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Novice driver – B.A.C above zero
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on February 25, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that the Festive RIDE season is now. The public can expect to see an increased police presence throughout the province, as OPP officers conduct RIDE checks 24/7 until January 1, 2025. If you suspect an 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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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Hwy 17 Drug Bust – Name Released

(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person has been arrested and is facing several charges following a traffic stop on Highway 17, Baldwin Township.

On December 23, 2024, at approximately 6:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle observed driving on Highway 17 with no rear lights on. The vehicle driver provided police with a false name and was arrested. Further investigation led to the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

A search of the vehicle and the driver resulted in police locating and seizing approximately 25g of fentanyl with an estimated street value of $7,500, approximately 1.5g of methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $150, methamphetamine tablets and Canadian currency.

As a result, the driver, Lynda TROTTIER, 36-years-old from Webbwood, was charged with:

  • Personation with intent
  • Obstruct peace officer
  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – methamphetamine – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – other drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – other drugs
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Drive without proper rear light – motor vehicle
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Fail to comply with probation order

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on February 3, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases SHELBURNE

40 Year Old From Dundalk Arrested

(SHELBURNE, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Dundalk resident with impaired operation related offences as the result of a R.I.D.E. program.

On December 27, 2024, at approximately 2:55 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) spot check in the area of Owen Sound Street in the Town of Shelburne. A vehicle entered the area and was met by the officers. After a brief conversation, the officers were quickly led to an impaired driving investigation.

Roni APPAU, a 40-year-old male, from Dundalk has been charged with:

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin 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 suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

2 Located After House Fire

(ESPANOLA, ON) – Two people are safe following a house fire in Espanola.

On December 20, 2024, at approximately 12:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with the Espanola Fire Department, responded to a house fire on Mead Boulevard in Espanola. Two people were able to escape the from the house and were transported to a local hospital by Manitoulin-Sudbury Paramedic Services with non-life-threatening injuries.

Investigation into the circumstances of the fire revealed it to be non-suspicious.

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MANITOUWADGE OPP Police Press Releases

65 Year Old Suspended Driver Arrested Again

(MANITOWANING, ON) – One person is facing charges following an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) collision where the driver was ejected from an ATV on Cardwell Street in Manitowaning.

On December 20, 2024, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call for a single ATV rollover, where the driver was ejected from the ATV. Manitoulin-Sudbury Paramedic Services attended the scene and transported the driver to a local hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Officers conducted a general query and found the driver to be a prohibited driver. As a result, the driver was arrested for operation while prohibited. 

As a result, the driver, Richard OSAWANIMIKI, 65-years-old from Toronto, was charged with:

  • Driving while under suspension – two counts
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code – two counts

The driver is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on January 21, 2025.

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Greater Napanee OPP Police Press Releases

Cruiser Collision

(GREATER NAPANEE, ON) – There were no serious injuries in acollision involving an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) cruiser and another vehicle in Greater Napanee.

It happened on December 25, 2024, around 6:00 p.m., on Bridge Street West.

An officer from the Lennox and Addington County Detachment was responding to a priority call and was attempting to locate a suspect’s vehicle when the collision happened. Both vehicles were travelling slowly at the time.

The officer was transported to hospital as a precaution but returned to work. One of the two people in the other vehicle was checked out by Lennon and Addington County Paramedics.

The investigation is continuing.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

LOBO Arrested For Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Mississauga resident with impaired operation related offences as the result of a traffic complaint.

On December 27, 2024, at approximately 12:20 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a traffic complaint in the area of Highway 10 in the Township of Melancthon. Officers were able to locate the vehicle in the area of Highway 10 and County Road 17 and conducted a traffic stop. After a brief conversation, the officers were quickly led to an impaired driving investigation.

Samara LOBO, a 23-year-old female, from Mississauga has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin 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 suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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CAVAN-MONAGHAN OPP Police Press Releases

MCLENNAN – Drunk Driving

(CAVAN-MONAGHAN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after stopping a vehicle for speeding on Highway 115.

On Friday December 27, 2024, shortly after 3:30pm, Peterborough County OPP officers were conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 115. An officer’s attention was drawn towards a vehicle that was traveling at an apparent high rate of speed. After obtaining a speed reading on LIDAR of 145km in a 100km zone, the officer conducted a traffic stop.

After a brief conversation with the driver, the officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a reading of ‘Fail’, at which point they were arrested.  

Jordan MCLENNAN (age 26) of Petawawa, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired

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

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on January 28, 2025.

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.

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Baldwin OPP Police Press Releases

26 Year Old Repeat Offender Arrested Again

(BALDWIN TOWNSHIP, ON)- A team effort involving the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), assisted by the East Algoma OPP, the OPP’s Northeast Canine Unit, and the Mississauga First Nation Police Service, successfully led to the arrest of a wanted driver who had fled from police.

On December 18, 2024, at around 8:45 a.m., officers from the Manitoulin OPP were conducting routine patrols on Highway 17 in Baldwin Township when their automatic license plate reader (ALPR) flagged a wanted person.

Police attempted to pull over the vehicle east of the Town of Webbwood, but the sedan fled at a high rate of speed.

A short time later, the vehicle was located. As a result of the investigation Saif ALGANAHI, 26 years-old, from London, was arrested and charged with:

  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Operation while prohibited
  • Fail to stop for police
  • Careless driving
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle

The accused is scheduled to appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on February 3, 2025.

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Huron Shores OPP Police Press Releases

Thieves Arrested – SCHELL & MATTIEU

(MUNICIPALITY OF HURON SHORES, ON)- Police catch thieves in the act at Railway Business.

On December 26, 2024, at around 8:30 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an abandoned dump trailer that had been parked overnight near metal railway ties and appeared to be stuck on Green Lane Road east of the Town of Thessalon.

At approximately 9:15 p.m., officers arrived at the driveway of a railway business and observed a pick-up truck attempting to retrieve the trailer. Upon inspection, police discovered that the trailer, which was covered, contained a significant amount of cut metal railway ties. In the back of the pick-up truck, beneath a blanket, officers seized a 20-volt battery-powered grinder, black and yellow in color, equipped with a used cutoff wheel.

Michael SCHELL, 38 years-old from Elliot Lake, was charged with:

  • Theft under $5000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession break in instruments

Dorothy MATTIEU, 29 years-old from Elliot Lake, was charged with:

  • Theft under $5000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession break in instruments

Both accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on February 6, 2025.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Melissa BEAUPRE – Drunk Driving

(BLIND RIVER, ON)- East Algoma OPP lays 53rd impaired charge in 2024.  

On December 27, 2024, the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting patrol duties in the Town of Blind River. At approximately 12:30 a.m., while approaching Hanes Avenue from Youngfox Road, officers observed a vehicle on Hanes Avenue make a wide right-hand turn onto Youngfox Road, narrowly missing the police cruiser.

The officers located the vehicle at an address on Youngfox Road. During their interaction with the driver, they determined that alcohol had been consumed. When the driver refused to comply with a roadside breath demand, they were arrested and transported to Blind River detachment for further testing.

Melissa BEAUPRE, 35 years-old from Blind River, was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Operation while impaired-alcohol
  • Operation while impaired-blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on February 6, 2025.

The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension and the car was impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains committed to keeping Ontario’s roads safe. If you suspect impaired driving, call 9-1-1.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

4 Arrested For Break & Enters

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged four individuals in relation to a series of break and enters in Muskoka.

On December 27, 2024, at 4:45 a.m. Bracebridge OPP officers were dispatched to a break and enter at a building centre located on Muskoka Road 169 in Gravenhurst. Suspects broke in and with efficiency, stole approximately $10,000.00 worth of tools and left in a large white panel van.

On December 30, 2024, at 1:40 a.m. a Bracebridge OPP officer was conducting proactive patrols on Wellington Street in the town of Bracebridge and recognized an eastbound vehicle matching the description of the one used in the above incident. The officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop and the driver failed to stop as directed, continuing onto Highway 11 South. With the assistance of additional officers, including several officers from Orillia detachment, the vehicle was successfully stopped on Highway 11 South near Highway 12 in Orillia and the four occupants were taken into custody.

Simultaneously, at 1:45 a.m. Bracebridge OPP officers received a call for service from a building centre located on Wellington Street in Bracebridge, reporting that there had been a break and enter, and a significant quantity of tools had been stolen.

Police arrested and charged the following individuals:

Balkar Singh MANN, 35 years-old of Brampton, ON:

  • Assault a Peace Officer with a weapon CC 270.01(1)(a)
  • Flight from Peace Officer CC 320.17
  • Dangerous Operation CC 320.13(1)
  • Failure to stop after accident CC 320.16(1)
  • Operation while prohibited CC 320.18(1)(a)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000 CC 354(1)(a) X 2
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 CC 354(1)(a)
  • Break and Enter CC 348(1)(a) X2
  • Theft over $5000 CC 334(a) X2
  • Failure to comply with undertaking CC 145(4)(a)
  • Poss of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 CC 354(1)(a)

Nitish RATHEE, 23 years-old of Brampton, ON:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000 CC 354(1)(a) X2
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 CC 354(1)(a)
  • Break and Enter CC 348(1)(a) X2
  • Theft over $5000 CC 334(a) X2
  • Poss of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 354(1)(a)

Manpreet SINGH, 29 years-old of Halton Hills, ON:

  • Poss of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 CC 354(1)(a)
  • Failure to comply with release order CC 145(5)(a) X4
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000 CC 354(1)(a) X2
  • Theft over $5000 CC 334(a) X2
  • Break and Enter CC 348(1)(a) X2
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 CC 354(1)(a)

Manpreet SINGH, 26 years-old of Palgrave, ON

  • Possession property obtained by crime over $5000 CC 354(1)(a) X2
  • Possession property obtained by crime under $5000 CC 354(1)(a)
  • Break and Enter CC 348(1)(a) X2
  • Theft over $5000 CC 334(a) X2
  • Failure to comply with undertaking CC 145(4)(a)
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 CC 354(1)(a)

All four accused parties have been held for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on December 30, 2024.

A quantity of stolen property was recovered from the vehicle and police are continuing the investigation and collecting evidence. Anyone with information or video surveillance in the area of Wellington Street, Bracebridge between 1:00 – 1:45 a.m. on December 30, 2024 is asked to call OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or crimestopperssdm.com.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Connor BOUILLON Was Arrested

(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person has been charged with impaired operation as a result of a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check on Highway 6 in Espanola.

On December 7, 2024, at approximately 12:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting a RIDE check on Highway 6 in Espanola. A vehicle came through the RIDE, and officers detected an odour of alcohol coming from the driver. Further testing on scene resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, the driver, Connor BOUILLON, 23-years-old from Espanola, was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Fail to surrender licence

·      Fail to surrender insurance card

·      No mudguards

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on January 6, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that the Festive RIDE season is now. The public can expect to see an increased police presence throughout the province, as OPP officers conduct RIDE checks 24/7. If you suspect an 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.