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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Thomas FLETCHER Was Arrested Again

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – October 30th 2024 at 1205p.m., the Huntsville OPP responded to a disturbance on Old Muskoka Road, of a naked male running on the roadway.  

The investigation revealed the accused had been acting strangely and became assaultive towards the victim. The victim was struck with an object and physically assaulted as well. The victim was assessed for minor injuries by Muskoka EMS and did not require any further medical attention.

The accused was taken into custody without incident. 

Thomas FLETCHER, 34 years old of Huntsville is charged for:

·      Assault Cause Bodily Harm – Choke, suffocate or strangle

·      Assault with A Weapon

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused remains in custody and will be appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice  on October 31, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

The Huntsville OPP want to advise this was an isolated incident and there is no threat to public safety. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Terrace Bay

Drug Bust

(TERRACE BAY, ON) – Members of the Schreiber Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges following a report of a suspicious person.

At approximately 8:30 pm on October 24, 2024 police responded to a call for assistance at a residence on Kenogami Road. A female in distress entered the residence then abruptly left with four individuals in a vehicle.

Police located the suspect vehicle in Terrace Bay and arrested three people, two with outstanding warrants. Upon search of the motor vehicle, police located suspected cocaine (approximately 30 grams), crack cocaine (approximately 9 grams) and speed tablets.

Following the investigation, Leona JACKO 25 years old, from Marathon has been charged with the following offences under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of trafficking – amphetamine

Jason MOSES, 39 years old, of Pays Plat First Nation and Sheldon GULLIFORD, 39 years old of Marathon were both arrested on outstanding warrants.

Two accused were released and one held for bail.

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), or report online through ontariocrimestoppers.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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CAMBRIDGE OPP Police Press Releases

Detached Wheel Kills One

(CAMBRIDGE, ON) – A fatal collision involving a detached wheel from a van, which struck a SUV, has closed Highway 401 eastbound in Cambridge for several hours this afternoon.

On October 30, 2024, approximately 01:55 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Cambridge Detachment, received numerous calls reporting a serious collision involving a transport truck and a SUV on Highway 401 eastbound, east of Townline Road, Cambridge.

Tragically, the driver of the SUV, a 39-year-old, from Toronto, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

All eastbound lanes were closed for investigation at Townline Road, and members of the OPP Highway Safety Division (HSD) Traffic Support Unit (TSU) attended to assist with the investigation. It was confirmed by investigators that a wheel had become detached from a van travelling westbound, which struck the SUV travelling eastbound, which then made contact with the transport truck.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Meth Bust – Names Released

(ESPANOLA, ON) – Two individuals have been charged following a traffic stop on Highway 17 in Baldwin Township that led to the seizure of suspected methamphetamine tablets and an imitation firearm.

On October 28, 2024, at approximately 4:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) observed a person known to them as being a suspended driver get into the driver’s seat of a vehicle. The driver then proceeded westbound on Highway 17 near McKerrow. A traffic stop was initiated, and police observed two individuals inside the vehicle. Further investigation led to officers locating over 900 tablets of suspected methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of $4,500, and an imitation firearm inside the vehicle.

As a result, the driver, Brandon FOURNIER, 25-years-old from Sudbury, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts

The passenger, Johnathon TRUDEAU, 42-years-old from Spanish, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Failure to comply with probation order – two counts
  • Failure to comply with release order

Both accused individuals appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Sudbury on October 28, 2024 and were remanded into custody.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Drug Bust – Names Released

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – Police arrested and charged two people with drug related offences.

On October 23, 2024, members from the Community Street Crime (CSC) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Nipissing West OPP conducted a traffic stop with a vehicle on Front Street, West Nipissing.

A search of the vehicle led to the seizure of cellular phones and drugs suspected to be fentanyl and cocaine, with an estimated street value of over $100,000.

As a result of the investigation, Lucie BEAUDRY, 37-years-of-age, and Mark CROMWELL, 35-years-of-age, both from West Nipissing and were arrested and charged with, possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – two counts each.

Both accused were released and are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on December 5, 2023, in West Nipissing.

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Brighton OPP Police Press Releases

Jennifer KOEBEL – Assault

(MUNICIPALITY OF BRIGHTON, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested an individual following a report of a disturbance in Brighton.

On October 29, 2024, at approximately 8:50 p.m., police responded to a report of a dispute at a residence on Elizabeth Street. Officers arrived at the location where a window was smashed and a resident had been assaulted. No injuries were reported, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were not required.

The accused had left the area and later returned where they were met by officers.

Jennifer KOEBEL, 29-years-old, from Brighton, has been charged with:

–       Assault

–       Mischief under $5,000.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-8477.

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MONTAGUE OPP Police Press Releases

John CARLEY – Indecent Assault

(MONTAGUE TWP, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges in an historical sexual assault case.

Two people contacted the OPP in September 2024 to report that they had been sexually assaulted at locations in Smiths Falls and Montague Township over a period of five years, beginning in the 1980s.

As a result of the investigation, John CARLEY, age 94 of the village of Elgin in Rideau Lakes Township, has been charged with two counts of indecent assault.

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on November 18, 2024.

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

Justin HUNT – Was Arrested

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a complaint of an individual failing to pay for their meal at a downtown Pembroke restaurant. 

On the evening of October 25, 2024, UOV OPP officers responded to a restaurant on Pembroke Street West after a report of a customer who was attempting to leave without paying their bill. 

Officers attended and charged 29-year-old Justin HUNT of no fixed address with one count of food and lodging fraud under the Criminal Code (CC). The accused was released to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on November 26, 2024. 

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BATCHEWANA FIRST NATION OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – Names Released

(BATCHEWANA FIRST NATION, ON) – Two individuals are facing criminal charges after their vehicle was stopped by police.

On October 28, 2024, at approximately 1:01 p.m., the Batchewana First Nation Police were conducting general patrol when they observed a motor vehicle on August Street owned by a known suspended driver. A traffic stop was conducted and two individuals were located inside the vehicle. The passenger of the vehicle was found to be on conditions to remain outside Batchewana First Nation. The passenger was arrested and a search of the vehicle and both occupants located over 21 grams of suspected Cocaine and less than 1 gram of suspected Fentanyl.

The driver of the vehicle, 33-year-old Jamie SHARPE, from White River was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of Schedule I substance – Cocaine
  • Possession of Schedule I substance – Opioid (other than Heroin)

The passenger of the vehicle, 55-year-old Curtis LEACH, from Sault Ste. Marie was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of Schedule I substance – Cocaine

Both accused individuals were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on November 25, 2024 in Sault Ste. Marie.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Perth

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(WEST PERTH, ON) – Two people are facing charges following impaired driving investigations in West Perth on Sunday night.

On October 27, 2024 just before 6:00 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint on Perth Road 164, in the Municipality of West Perth. 

Tyler YOUNG, 45, of Powassan, has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

–      Dangerous Operation

–      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

–      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on December 2, 2024.

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

Again on October 27, 2024, just before 11:00 p.m., the Perth County OPP were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Maddison Street West, in the Municipality of West Perth. A vehicle stop was conducted, and as a result, the driver was placed under arrest.

Nolan HORNBY, 24, of Oshawa, has been charged with:

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on December 2, 2024.

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

The Perth County OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately. Anyone with information about this, or any investigation, is asked to contact the Perth County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *677 via cell phone.

Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Terrace Bay

Donald BEDARD – Drunk Driving

(TERRACE BAY, ON) – A 43-year-old from Terrace Bay is facing impaired charges resulting from a vehicle check.

On October 20, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m., members of the Schreiber Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified by a Conservation Officer with the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) of a subject being detained, on Mill Road, near Terrace Bay.

As a result of the investigation, Donald BEDARD 43-years-old, of Terrace Bay has been criminally charged with:

• Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

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

The Accused received a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Schreiber.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

More Impaired Drivers Charged

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, CLEARVIEW AND SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIPS, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged several individuals with impaired driving related charges over the past 2 days.

On October 29, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers conducted a traffic stop in Clearview Township. Officers engaged in an impaired operation investigation. As a result, Dustin PATTERSON, 43-year-old of Nottawa, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Adult Operation while impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·      Adult Resist Peace Officer

·      Adult Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand

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

At approximately 9:07 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers conducted a traffic stop in Springwater Township. Officers administered a roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) on the driver. As a result, a 24-year-old of Port McNicoll, was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Adult Novice Driver – B.A.C. Above Zero

At approximately 9:55 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers stopped a motor vehicle in Clearview Township travelling at a speed of 136 kms in a posted 80 kms zone. Officers administered a roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) on the driver. As a result, Shaylah Justine Inez ARMSTRONG, 33-year-old of Stayner, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·      Adult Dangerous Operation

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

At approximately 11:47 p.m., a Huronia West OPP Officer stopped a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed in Wasaga Beach. The officer administered a roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) on the driver. As a result, Rajan RAJAN, 36-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·      Adult 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.

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Hearst OPP Police Press Releases

Lee BLOOM Was Arrested Again

(HEARST, ON) – One person found in possession of stolen property arrested and charged with nine criminal offences.

On October 16, 2024, at approximately 8:30 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to report of a theft from a motel room on Front Street in Hearst. As officers were on scene investigating, they located one person in possession of an item taken from the motel room. The person was arrested, and during a search incident to arrest, police located methamphetamine and a switch blade – which is a prohibited weapon.

As a result of the investigation, Lee BLOOM, 47 years of age of Hearst, was charged with:

·        Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

·        Break, enter a place – commit indictable offence

·        Theft under $5000

·        Unauthorized possession of a weapon

·        Possession of a schedule I substance – methamphetamine

·        Failure to comply with release order – four counts

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to next appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Hearst on November 6, 2024.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested After Stolen Vehicle Involved In Collision

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – A collision investigation related to a stolen vehicle has led to charges against two individuals.

At approximately 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment, along with the West Region OPP Emergency Response Team and the West Region OPP Canine Unit, responded to a single-vehicle collision on Concession 2 Townsend in Norfolk County.

A sedan, confirmed to have been stolen from an address in Brantford, Ontario, reportedly veered off the road and came to rest in a field, after which one of the occupants fled the scene on foot.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers located a passenger inside the vehicle and took them into custody without incident. The individual was subsequently transported to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

Subsequently, officers found the second suspect a short distance from the collision site. After a brief interaction, they were taken into custody. During the arrest, an officer was physically assaulted, though no injuries were reported. This suspect was also transported to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

Charged with the following alleged offence is 28-year-old Julian CISZEWSKI of Burlington, Ontario:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 49-year-old Charles BEAMISH of Norfolk County:

  • Assault a Peace Officer,
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm (three counts),
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order,
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

The accused has been held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(FORT FRANCES) In the early morning hours of Wednesday October 30, 2024 at approximately 1:00 a.m. Rainy River District OPP received reports of a possible break and enter in the Town of Fort Frances. Police attended the area and located a motor vehicle matching the description provided of the invovled motor vehicle leaving the scene. Police conducted a traffic stop of the motor vehicle. Upon speaking with occupants of the motor vehicle, police located an open alcoholic beverage in the motor vehicle. Upon police searching the motor vehicle police located a quantity of suspected fentanyl, methamphetamine along with weapons for a dangerous purpose

As a result of the investigation the following indivudals have been charged

MURRAY BENINGER – 50 year old male from Fort Frances

  • Possession of Weapons for Dangerous Purpose x 2
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking –
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available –

JONATHAN BOMBAY 43 year old male from Fort Frances

  • Possession of Weapons for Dangerous Purpose x 2
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

NICKOL HANDORGAN – 35 year old female from Fort Frances

  • Possession of Weapons for Dangerous Purpose x 2
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

TRISHA MORRISON- 33 years old female from Fort Frances

  • Possession of Weapons for Dangerous Purpose x 2
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

All arrested parties have been held in custody pending a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice of Kenora on Ocotber 30, 2024 at 11:30 a.m.