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Hawkesbury OPP Police Press Releases

Several Grams Of Meth, & Dozens Of Dollars Seized #SafeNow

(HAWKESBURY, ON) – One person has been charged after a seizure of illegal drugs in Hawkesbury.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) began an investigation into drug trafficking in the area earlier this year after community concerns were raised. 

On Friday, December 19, 2025, officers with CSCU, assisted by members of the OPP Emergency Response Team and OPP Canine Unit, as well as members of the Hawkesbury Detachment, executed a search warrant on Regent Street.

Officers seized a quantity of methamphetamine (speed) pills and cash. One person was arrested without incident.

Paulette PLOUFFE, age 55 of Hawkesbury, has been charged with:

  • Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of Schedule I substance
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on January 21, 2026.

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Elgin London Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Hamzah RIFIA

(ELGIN COUNTY, ON) – One person was charged following a drug investigation and the execution of a search warrant at a home in the City of London.

On Thursday, December 18, 2025, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin-Middlesex Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) executed a search warrant for a residence in the City of London in relation to an investigation in Elgin County. The warrant was executed with the assistance from West Region Tactics and Rescue Unit, West Region Emergency Response Unit, Bail Support Team and the following CSCU units: Brant-Oxford, Essex, Grey-Bruce, and Lambton.

Police seized large quantities of suspected cocaine, two handguns and over $50,000 in Canadian currency.

As a result of the investigation, police charged, 28-year-old, Hamzah RIFIA of London under the Criminal Code with:

·      Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Weapon at Unauthorized Place

·      Careless Use of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or Ammunition

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine (Controlled Drugs and Substances Act)

The accused has been held for bail and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in London on Monday, December 22, 2025.

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Greater Napanee OPP Police Press Releases Trent Hills

Cocaine Bust – Robert PAMMETT

(GREATER NAPANEE, ON) – One person has been charged after a seizure of illegal drugs in Napanee.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) began an investigation into drug trafficking in the area this fall and had identified an individual believed to be selling cocaine.

On Thursday, December 18, 2025, officers with CSCU, assisted by members of the Lennox and Addington County OPP Detachment, located and arrested the individual on Bridge Street East. Officers seized nearly 13 grams of suspected cocaine.

Robert PAMMETT, age 39 of the municipality of Trent Hills, has been charged with:

  • Possession of schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Mischief-renders property dangerous, useless, inoperative or ineffective

The accused was held for a bail hearing, scheduled before the Ontario Court of Justice in Napanee on Friday, December 19, 2025.

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CENTRE HASTINGS OPP Police Press Releases Tay Valley

Benjamin CLARKE Facing Numerous Charges

(CENTRE HASTINGS TOWNSHIP, ON) – An individual is facing a long list of charges after a suspected impaired driver was reported in Centre Hastings.

On Thursday, December 18, 2025, shortly after 7:00 p.m., officers with the Central Hastings Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a possible impaired driver at a gas station on Highway 62. The vehicle was located and stopped on Highway 7.

A roadside alcohol screening device was utilized, and the driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result, Benjamin CLARKE, age 36 of Tay Valley Township, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving with an open container of liquor
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code – two counts
  • Driving while under suspension – Highway Traffic Act
  • Driving a vehicle with cannabis in open packing
  • Driving a vehicle with no validated permit
  • Failing to comply with a probation order – two counts

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on Friday, December 19, 2025. The individual’s licence had previously been suspended indefinitely, and the vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

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MUNSEE-DELAWARE FIRST NATION Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Johnathan SUMMERS-CHRISJOHN Arrested Following Collision

(MUNSEE-DELAWARE FIRST NATION, ON) – Single vehicle collision results in charges.

On December 18, 2025, at 3:26 p.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police and Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Thomigo Road in Munsee-Delaware First Nation for the report of a vehicle that left the road and entered the ditch.

The driver was placed under arrest at which time they became resistant and proceeded to damage a police car.

As a result, Johnathan SUMMERS-CHRISJOHN, a 23-year-old of Oneida Nation the Thames First Nation, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Dangerous operation

·      Mischief – destroys or damages property

The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in London on January 15, 2026, to speak to the charges.

The Oneida Nation Police and Middlesex OPP want 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.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicle Recovered – URIZAR-SANTOS & URIZAR-SANTOS Arrested

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have recovered a stolen vehicle and charged two persons following a traffic stop on Highway 401.

On December 18, 2025, at around 9:50 a.m., an officer was on patrol on Highway 401 in the Township of Cramahe, when the in-cruiser Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system alerted them to a stolen vehicle travelling westbound. The vehicle was believed to be stolen within the past few days from a location in Quebec.

A number of cruisers were involved in stopping the pick-up truck and two individuals were taken into custody.

Christopher URIZAR-SANTOS (20) from Blainville, Quebec, was charged with:

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

Sergio URIZAR-SANTOS (24) from Blainville, Quebec, was charged with:

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

Both accused were held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

ALPR technology is now installed in OPP patrol vehicles and plays a vital role in enhancing public safety. These systems automatically scan licence plates and compare them against databases to identify stolen vehicles, suspended drivers, missing persons, and other public safety concerns. Officers receive real-time alerts, allowing for swift and informed action on Ontario’s roads.

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EAST GARAFRAXA Grand Valley OPP Police Press Releases

Blaine RICHARDSON – Drunk Driving

(EAST GARAFRAXA, ON) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with an impaired operation related offence following a single vehicle collision. 

On February 18, 2025, just after 5:30 p.m., officers from Dufferin OPP received a call for a single motor vehicle into the ditch on County Road 3 and near 11th Line in East Garafraxa Township. Officers located the motor vehicle and spoke with the driver, which subsequently led to an impaired operation investigation.

Blaine RICHARDSON, a 35-year-old from Grand Valley has been charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was suspended, and the vehicle was impounded.

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Oneida Nation of the Thames Frist Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Joseph CAMERON & Amy VILLENEUVE

(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Suspicious vehicle leads to multiple charges for driver and passenger.

On December 17, 2025, at 2:30 p.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police were dispatched to Iroquois Road in Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation, for the report of a suspicious vehicle. 

Reports indicated the vehicle was stationary on the roadway with two occupants believed to be unconscious.

Members of the Oneida Nation Paramedic Service along with members of the Oneida Nation Police arrived on scene at which time the driver was placed under arrest.

The vehicle had previously been reported stolen out of the City of London.

A large quantity of illicit drugs, suspected to be fentanyl, methamphetamine and pills were located and seized from within the vehicle. 

The driver, Joseph CAMERON, a 22-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

·      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

·      Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

·      Dangerous operation

·      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin) (two counts)

·      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

The passenger, Amy VILLENEUVE, a 39-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

·      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

·      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin) (two counts)

·      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

The accused were both held for bail.  

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West Toronto

James YONG Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – One person is facing charges after a stolen vehicle was recovered on the eastbound lanes of Highway 401 in South Dundas.

On Wednesday, December 17, 2025, shortly after 4:00 p.m., a member of the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop and arrested the driver for operating a with a suspended licence.

The officer determined that the vehicle had been reported stolen in the Peel Region and that the licence plates were fakes.

James YONG, age 62 of the Toronto area has been charged with:

  • Theft of a vehicle
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Trafficking in stolen good over $5000
  • Possession of break-in instruments
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Obstructing a licence plate
  • Fraudulent concealment
  • Failing to comply with a probation order

The accused was remanded in custody following a bail hearing on Thursday, December 18, 2025, and is scheduled to appear again before the Ontario court of Justice in Cornwall on Friday, December 19, 2025.

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Area OPP Huron Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender William FRAISER Arrested Again #3Strikes

(HURON EAST, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following an incident in the Town of Seaforth, Municipality of Huron East on December 07, 2025.

On Sunday, December 07, 2025, just before 1:00 p.m., Huron OPP officers were contacted about an individual who was reportedly unwanted at a residence in Seaforth. Police located the suspect, who proceeded to resist arrest and assault the arresting officers. The accused was eventually taken into custody and charged as follows:

William FRAISER, 33 years-of-age of no fixed address was charged with:

–      Assault with Intent to Resist Arrest,

–      Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon,

–      Fail to Comply with Probation – (two counts).

The accused was processed and held for a bail hearing where they were later released from custody. The accused has a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on December 22, 2025.

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Area OPP Goderich Huron Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Amber COLEMAN Arrested Again #3Strikes

(HURON EAST, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following an incident in the Town of Seaforth, Municipality of Huron East on December 07, 2025.

On Sunday, December 07, 2025, just after 3:00 p.m., Huron OPP officers were contacted about an individual who was reportedly walking in Seaforth swinging a knife. Police located the suspect, who proceeded to confront the officers with a knife. Officers used a conducted energy weapon (CEW) to safely control the suspect, who was taken into custody and charged as follows:

Amber COLEMAN, 33 years-of-age of Goderich has been charged with:

–      Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon,

–      Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose,

–      Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order – (six counts),

–      Fail to Comply with Probation – (six counts),

–      Fail to Comply with Release Order.

The accused was processed and held for a bail hearing where they were remanded into custody. The accused has a later court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases Toronto

Home Invasion: Syrus HAMLTON Facing Numerous Charges

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – A seventh person has been arrested and charged in connection with a home invasion in the Hillside area, east of Huntsville. Police continue to search for additional suspects and a stolen vehicle. 

On Tuesday, July 1, 2025, shortly before 5:00 a.m., officers from the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to reports of an armed home invasion at a private residence in the Hillside area. As the situation developed, the investigation extended beyond the original location, prompting the closure of Highway 11 in both directions between Severn River Road and Coopers Falls Road, and between Canning Road and Graham Road. A hold-and-secure order was issued during the incident.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, Syrus HAMLTON, age 25 of Toronto, was charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

• Robbery using firearm (restricted or prohibited), section 344(1)(a)

• Kidnapping while using certain firearms – confined, section 279(1.1)(a)

• Kidnapping while using firearm – confine, section 279(1.1)(a)(1) 

• Forcible confinement, section 279(2) – two counts

• Assault with a weapon, section 267(a)

• Pointing a firearm, section 87

• Firearm – use while committing offence, section 85(1)(a)

• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, section 88

• Break, enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence, section 348(1)(b)

• Uttering threats – case death or bodily harm, section 264.1(1)(a)

• Theft of a motor vehicle, section 333.1

• Conspiracy to commit indictable offence, section 465(1)(c)

• Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court, section 145(5)(a)

The accused remains in custody pending a bail hearing scheduled before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on Thursday, December 18, 2025.

Investigators believe additional suspects, who may be armed and dangerous, remain at-large. Police are also seeking a stolen silver Honda CRV with Ontario plate CZFE 895. If seen, call 9-1-1 and do not approach. The OPP urges the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activity to police.

The Huntsville OPP Crime Unit is continuing the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch. 

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Kapuskasing OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Vanessa NIEMI & Karl BOUCHER

(KAPUSKASING, ON) – On Wednesday, December 17, 2025, members of the North East Region Community Street Crime Unit (NER CSCU), with the assistance of the North East Region Emergency Response Team (NER ERT), executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a residence on Stewart Street in Kapuskasing, Ontario.

The investigation focused on alleged drug trafficking activities and the search warrant was executed without incident. One person was arrested inside the residence and during the investigation, a second person was also arrested without incident.

As a result of the investigation:

Vanessa NIEMI, 42 years of age, of Kapuskasing, was charged with:

  • Possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device/ammunition
  • Careless storage of a firearm
  • Careless storage of ammunition
  • Possession of proceeds of crime over $5,000

Karl BOUCHER, 33 years of age, of Kapuskasing, was charged with:

  • Possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking

Both accused are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Kapuskasing at a later date.

The OPP reminds the public that drug trafficking and unsafe firearm possession are serious offences that jeopardize the safety of communities. The OPP remains committed to investigating criminal activity and removing illicit drugs and firearms from our streets.

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Greater Napanee OPP Police Press Releases

Meghan THOMPSON Was Arrested

(GREATER NAPANEE, ON) – One person has been charged after a seizure of drugs in Napanee.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) began an investigation into drug trafficking in the area this fall.

On Thursday, December 18, 2025, officers with CSCU, assisted by members of the Lennox and Addington County OPP Detachment, executed a search warrant on John Street.

Officers seized nearly four grams of suspected methamphetamine, as well as items typically associated with drug trafficking.

Meghan THOMPSON, age 37 of Greater Napanee, has been charged with possession of schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking.

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Napanee on January 27, 2026.

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Alberton OPP Police Press Releases

Break & Enter & Weapon Charges

(ALBERTON, ON) – Members of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), have arrested multiple individuals following a month-long investigation of a break and enter resulting in weapons trafficking charges.

On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, Rainy River District OPP responded to a report of a break and enter at a property in Alberton Township. Through investigation, officers identified multiple suspects involved in the incident.

As a result of the investigation, police recovered multiple firearms and several individuals have been charged under the Criminal Code of Canada.

Jason ELLMAN, age 42 of Fort Frances, has been charged with:

  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Break & Enter a place and steal a firearm
  • Possession for the purpose of weapons trafficking

The accused was remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on Friday, December 19, 2025.

Peter FOY, age 50 of Fort Frances, has been charged with:

  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on Monday, January 22, 2026.

Braydon HARP, age 26 of Fort Frances, has been charged with:

  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Break & Enter with intent to steal a firearm
  • Possession for the Purpose of Weapons Trafficking
  • Failure to comply with release order- other than to attend court

The accused was remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on Tuesday, December 23, 2025.

Mitchell JONES-FOY, age 29 of Fort Frances, has been charged with:

  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Failure to comply with release order- other than to attend court

The accused was remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on Friday, December 19, 2025.

Dylan PATTISON, age 32 of Fort Frances, has been charged with:

  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Break & Enter with intent to steal a firearm
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000- in Canada
  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order
  • Possession for the Purpose of Weapons Trafficking
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on Thursday, January 22, 2026.

Gage YARMOVICH, age 24 of Fort Frances, has been charged with:

  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Possession for the Purpose of Weapons Trafficking

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Fort Frances on Thursday, January 15, 2026.

The investigation was completed with the assistance of the OPP Community Street Crime Unit, Intelligence & Information Management Unit, Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau, Canine Unit and Treaty Three Police.