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OPP Police Press Releases TEMISKAMING SHORES

Joy HENNESSEY Was Arrested

(TEMISKAMING SHORES, ON) – A traffic complaint by an off-duty police officer led to the arrest of a drug-impaired driver.

On September 9, 2024, at approximately 11:30 p.m., the Temiskaming Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint on Sunnyside Road in the City of Temiskaming Shores. Through investigation, police determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance. Police arrested the driver and seized drugs suspected to be Fentanyl. The driver was transported to the Temiskaming OPP Detachment for further testing by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).

As a result of the investigation, Joy HENNESSEY, 42 years-of-age of Kirkland Lake, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Haileybury Ontario Court of Justice on September 24, 2024. They were issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and their motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The OPP has highly trained DRE officers who are skilled in the detection and investigation of drug impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prescott

Matthew BEATON Was Arrested

(PRESCOTT, ON) – A large amount of stolen property was recovered by police following a search warrant yesterday in the Town of Prescott.

The Grenville County and Leeds County Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) had received numerous reports for stolen recreation vehicles and construction equipment throughout the areas since the spring of 2024. 

Members from the East Region OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) began investigating the incidents since that time, and completed a search warrant for a property on Wood Street East, in the Town of Prescott. 

In the evening of September 10, CSCU executed the search warrant, with the assistance of the East Region OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU) and Canine Unit. One person was located inside and arrested without incident. 

CSCU recovered two ATVs, construction tools, a trailer, two kayaks, a boat, a motorcycle and a pick-up truck. Police also located and seized a quantity of suspected cocaine and rifle ammunition. 

The accused, Matthew BEATON, 39 years of age, was charged with the following Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act offences: 

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 (four counts)

·      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000

·      Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance 

The accused was later released from custody and will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on October 11, 2024.

Anyone with information about this incident or any other incident involving stolen property is being asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can leave your tip online at Crime Stoppers or call 1-800-222-8477.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Another OPP Officer Arrested #FilmThePolice

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – One person has been charged with assault following an incident at an amusement park in Bracebridge.

On June 8, 2024, members of the Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended an amusement park in Bracebridge for a complaint of an assault involving a youth and an adult female, who departed prior to police arrival.

As a result of the investigation, on September 4, 2024, Heather CLARIDGE, age 45 of Bracebridge, was arrested and charged with assault.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on October 8, 2024.

The investigation revealed that the accused is a provincial constable with 21 years of service with the OPP, who was off duty at the time of the incident and is currently off on unrelated leave.

Anyone with any information in relation to this investigation is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Malahide OPP Police Press Releases

Cornelius UNGER Arrested Following Collision

(MALAHIDE, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), St. Thomas Detachment, has charged an individual following a single-vehicle collision investigation.

On September 10, 2024, at approximately 12:10 p.m., emergency responders including members the Elgin OPP, Malahide Fire Services, Elgin-St. Thomas Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and Air ORNGE, responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a passenger vehicle colliding with a tree on Chalet Line near Carter Road, Township of Malahide.

The lone driver was transported to a hospital by Elgin-St. Thomas EMS with non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigating officer observed signs of impairment from the driver and a Drug Recognition Evaluation (DRE) was administered at the hospital, with the assistance of the Brant County OPP.

As a result of the investigation, Cornelius UNGER, a 49-year-old from Aylmer was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on October 8, 2024.

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.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

John WILKINSON – Sexual Assault

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Major Crime Unit has charged an individual in relation to a historical sexual assault.

In August 2024, an investigation began after a victim reported a sexual assault that occurred in 2010. At the time of the incident the accused and the victim were members of the same residential community in the Town of Beeton.

As a result of the investigation, John WILKINSON, from New Tecumseth was charged with:

–       Sexual Assault

–       Sexual Interference

The accused has been arrested and released and is scheduled to attend Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on September 26th, 2024.

Anyone with information about this incident or a similar incident is urged to contact the Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you want to remain anonymous please contact Simcoe-Dufferin-Muskoka Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Malahide OPP Police Press Releases

John SIMON Was Arrested

(MALAHIDE, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), St. Thomas Detachment, has charged an individual following a collision investigation.

On September 10, 2024, at approximately 11:25 a.m., emergency services including Malahide Fire Services, Elgin-St. Thomas Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and the Elgin OPP responded to a single-vehicle rollover collision involving a passenger vehicle colliding with a utility pole on Wilson Line near Imperial Road, Township of Malahide.

The lone driver that was transported to a local hospital by EMS with non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, John SIMON, a 63-year-old from Norfolk County was charged with:

  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Careless driving
  • Driving while under suspension

A 45-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on October 22, 2024.

The OPP remind drivers and members of the public to respect our communities, comply with all laws and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighbourhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions. Report impaired drivers and dangerous driving behaviours. Your call could save a life, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases

Clarrae NADJIWON Was Arrested

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge as a result of an OPP RIDE Program.

On September 10, 2024, at 11:35 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were engaged in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Glendon Drive in Middlesex Centre.

A vehicle entered the program at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. The driver was arrested after failing the roadside Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) and was transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Clarrae NADJIWON, a 33-year-old of Mount Brydges, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on November 6, 2024.

The OPP can be reached anytime, 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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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Mitchell LORD Was Arrested

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – An individual is facing charges following a single vehicle collision.

On September 11, 2024, at approximately 2:05 a.m., while on patrol, members of the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) observed a vehicle in the ditch on Haldimand Road 17, near Cayuga.

No injuries were reported.

Upon speaking with the driver, it became apparent they had consumed alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, 44-year-old Mitchell LORD of Niagara Falls was charged with the following offences:

  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand
  • Fail to Surrender Permit for Motor Vehicle

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on October 29, 2024.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thessalon

Mark VASEY Arrested After Someone Defecated Beside Trailer


(THESSALON, ON)- Sibling attends campground and threatens park staff. On September 7, 2024, at approximately 11:30 a.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a threat’s complaint at a local campground on Lakeside Drive in the Town of Thessalon.

Investigation determined campground staff told two people to leave the campsite by 11:00 a.m. as one of the individuals was observed defecating beside a seasonal trailer. 

Later, a sibling of one of the evicted individuals attended the campground, threatened park staff and left on foot. Police identified the accused through video footage provided by the complainant.

At approximately 12:00 p.m., police located the accused walking on Main Street and a subsequent arrest was made. As a result, Mark VASEY, 39 years-of-age from Thessalon was charged with: Uttering threats-cause death or bodily harm.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on October 3, 2024.

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Marathon OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(MARATHON, ON) – Four people are facing multiple charges including Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) offences following a traffic stop in Marathon. A significant amount of suspected Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Oxycodone and a large amount of Cannabis were seized as a result of the traffic stop.

On September 8, 2024, members of the Marathon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were notified by members of the Anishinabek Police Service (APS) who observed an individual near Highway 17 and Peninsula Road known to have an outstanding warrant. APS members performed a traffic stop and arrested the driver of the motor vehicle after confirming the warrant.

Marathon OPP members attended to take over the investigation. Search incident to arrest revealed the driver was in possession of suspected cocaine. Police observed an open can of liquor and subsequently performed a search of the vehicle under the Liquor Licence Control Act.

A search of the vehicle revealed a significant amount of suspected cocaine, methamphetamine, cannabis, oxycodone, multiple items related to drug trafficking and open liquor. Subsequently all vehicle passengers were arrested for CDSA offences, and all contraband was seized.

Total street value of all of the suspected CDSA that was seized is approximately $14,000.

As a result of the investigation, the following people are charged:

Bradley Pawlowski, 35-years-old, of Marathon is charged with:

·      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 a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (Oxycodone)

·      Possession of over 30g dried Cannabis in a public place

Ian Turner, 34-years-old, of Terrace Bay is charged with:

·      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 over 30g dried Cannabis in a public place

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order

 Geoffery Barry, 35-years-old, of Schreiber, is charged with:

·      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 over 30g dried Cannabis in a public place 

Kristian Bouchard, 28-years-old, of Pays Plat, is charged with:

·      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 over 30g dried Cannabis in a public place

The accused Bradley Pawlowski was held for a bail hearing and remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on September 11, 2024.

All other accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Marathon on October 16, 2024.

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).

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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Sean ANTONE – Drunk Driving

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – On September 10, 2024, at approximately 11:15 p.m., members of the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a driver on Highway 6, near Caledonia.

While on patrol, police observed a vehicle travelling at what appeared to be higher than the posted speed limit and conducted a traffic stop.

Upon speaking with the driver, it became apparent they had consumed alcohol, and an Approved Screening Device was administered.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, 26-year-old Sean ANTONE of Southwold was charged with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt – Excessive Speed
  • Speeding
  • Driver Fail to Surrender Licence
  • Driving Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on October 1, 2024.

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ADELAIDE METCALFE OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher SQUIRES Was Arrested

(ADELAIDE METCALFE, ON) – Road rage incident results in assault charge for driver from Lambton County.

On September 9, 2024, at 3:10 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a disturbance at a business on Centre Road in Strathroy involving two individuals who were previously involved in a road rage incident on Egremont Drive and Centre Road in Adelaide Metcalfe.

As a result, Christopher SQUIRES, a 40-year-old of Forest, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Assault

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on November 14, 2024.

There were no injuries reported.

With the heavy traffic and construction on our roadways these days, driving can be frustrating and stressful. It’s important to stay calm and stay in control of our emotions.

Here are some tips to help you avoid succumbing to aggressive behaviors.

Give yourself time to get where you’re going, plan for and prepare for possible delays.

If you’re having a difficult or stressful day and feel angry and upset, don’t drive until you’ve had a chance to calm down.

Avoid speeding, weaving through traffic, cutting other drivers off and avoid making rude gestures or remarks.

If you made a mistake, try to apologize, possibly with a wave.

Call 911 immediately if you feel threatened or in fear for your safety.

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 Southgate

Fuad Giwa Was Arrested

(SOUTHGATE, ON) – One individual is facing fraud charges after they were stopped at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program.

On September 10, 2024, at 1:15 a.m., the Dufferin County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE Program at Highway 10 and Main Street in Dundalk. A vehicle proceeded through the RIDE Program. As police were speaking to the driver an odor of cannabis was detected. The driver was arrested, and the vehicle was searched. Officers located 27 credit cards from different institutions and different names.

Fuad Giwa, 24-years-old from York was charged with the following:

  • Possession of a credit card
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on October 8, 2024.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sharbot Lake

Benjamin Foster Was Arrested

(Sharbot Lake, ON) – A individual, wanted on several warrants from different police agencies, was arrested after being located operating a vehicle in Central Frontenac Township.

On September 10,2024, just after 9:00 am, members of the Bail Support Unit (OPP) assisted by the East Region Community Street Crime Unit (OPP), and the Emergency Response Team (OPP) located the wanted male driving in Central Frontenac Township. The individual is prohibited from driving, and as a result, was arrested and charged.

Benjamin Foster, a 43-year-old male from Central Frontenac Township, was charged with: Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code. The vehicle he was driving was impounded for 45 days.

The warrants for the individual were from the Durham Regional Police and Northumberland Detachment (OPP) for other offences before the courts. The individual was committed to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston, for a bail hearing. He was held in custody and will appear in court, at a later date.

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Harley OPP Police Press Releases

Meth Bust – Kiiwedin Laronde Arrested

(HARLEY TOWNSHIP, ON) – A traffic stop in Harley Township led to an impaired driving charge.

On September 9, 2024, at approximately 12:35 a.m., the Temiskaming Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check on a northbound motorist who had stopped on the southbound shoulder of Highway 11 in Harley Township. Upon speaking with the driver, officers determined that they had been consuming an alcoholic beverage. Police arrested the driver and seized drugs suspected to be methamphetamine. The driver was transported to the Temiskaming OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Kiiwedin Laronde, 22 years-of-age of Earlton, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Haileybury Ontario Court of Justice on September 24, 2024. They were issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and their motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The OPP remind motorists to report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 9-1-1 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.