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Area OPP Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

Kincardine Resident Arrested – Name Released

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On December 6, 2025, at approximately 10:20 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol along Highway 21 in Kincardine, where they observed a vehicle travelling northbound with no rear lights.

A traffic stop was conducted, and the investigating officer detected signs of alcohol consumption from the driver. A roadside screening device was administered, resulting in a fail. The driver was placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Eugene CORPUZ, 32-years-old, of Kincardine, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – B.A.C. 80+, CC 320.14(1)(b)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on January 21, 2026, to answer to the charge.

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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Lansdowne OPP Police Press Releases

Danielle LANGAGER – Impaired Driving

(LANSDOWNE, ON) – A driver who failed to stop at the Canada-United States border was subsequently arrested and charged with impaired driving by drug.

On Monday, December 8, 2025, shortly after 3:30 p.m., members of the Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were requested to assist with an investigation initiated by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). CBSA officers believed the driver to be impaired, and assistance from a Leeds OPP Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) was requested.

As a result of the investigation, 27-year-old Danielle LANGAGER of Ohio, US, has been charged with Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs contrary to the Criminal Code. The CBSA is conducting a parallel investigation, and any inquiries relating to their investigation should be directed to them.

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville at a later date.

Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. If you witness dangerous or erratic driving behaviour, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Dufferin Dundalk Police Press Releases

Ikenna MGBEZE – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Dundalk resident with impaired operation-related offences following a traffic complaint.

On December 6, 2025, just before 3:00 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers received a complaint about a possible impaired driver in the area of Highway 10 in the Township of Melancthon. Officers were able to locate the vehicle, conduct a traffic stop, and subsequently initiate an impaired driving investigation.

Ikenna MGBEZE, a 40-year-old male, from Dundalk has been charged with:

•      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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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Pratheeb UTHAYAKUMAR Was Arrested

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Shelburne resident with impaired operation-related offences following a motor vehicle collision (MVC).

On November 29, 2025, just before 10:30 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a two-vehicle collision in the area of County Road 11 and 5 Sideroad in the Township of Amaranth.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with the drivers, who were being assessed by paramedics, and subsequently initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Pratheeb UTHAYAKUMAR, a 36-year-old male, from Shelburne has been charged with:

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

•      Dangerous operation

•      Pass on right – not in safety

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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Dufferin Melancthon Police Press Releases

Arie GREYDANUS – Drunk Driving

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Melancthon resident with impaired operation-related offences after failing to stop at a stop sign.

On December 6, 2025, just after 1:00 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting traffic enforcement in the area of 2nd Line SW and 250 Sideroad in the Township of Melancthon when they observed a vehicle fail to stop at the stop sign. Officers conducted a traffic stop and subsequently initiated an impaired driving investigation.

Arie GREYDANUS, a 60-year-old male, from Melancthon has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

•      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

•      Fail to surrender insurance card

•      Disobey stop sign – fail to stop

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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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Andrew MAC INNIS & Kevin GEEN – Impaired Driving

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two motorists with impaired operation following separate incidents.

On December 5, 2025, at approximately 1:15 p.m., officers stopped a pickup truck on Front Street in the Municipality of Trent Hills for a traffic offence. After speaking with the driver, police initiated an impaired operation investigation. The individual was taken into custody and transported to a detachment for further testing.

Kevin GEEN (47) from the Municipality of Trent Hills, has been charged with:

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

On December 7, 2025, shortly after 7:00 a.m., OPP received multiple reports of a vehicle travelling eastbound on Highway 401 in the Municipality of Port Hope with only three tires and having struck a barrier. Officers located the vehicle stopped on the shoulder and arrested the driver for impaired operation. The individual was transported to a detachment for further tests.

As a result, Andrew MAC INNIS (36) from Caledon, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

–      Dangerous operation

–      Improper tires

Both accused are due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in January 2026.

For each impaired driving charge, a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and 7-day vehicle impoundment were imposed as per statute.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. Whether you are impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired and driving under the influence of either is a criminal offence. If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Home Invasion – Austin WIGHT & Justine BEAULIEU Arrested

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – Police arrested and charged two people  after responding to a break and enter.

On Monday December 8, 2025, at approximately 1:45 a.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a break and enter in progress at a multi complex residence on Queen Street, West Nipissing.

Police attended the location and located the two individuals involved in the break and enter.

As a result of the investigation, Austin WIGHT, 31 years-of-age, from Brighton and Justine BEAULIEU, 27 years-of-age from West Nipissing, were both arrested and charged with:

  • Break, enter dwelling house
  • Mischief

Both accused were released and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on February 5, 2026, in North Bay.

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North Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases

Alexander BANKES Arrested After Family Dispute

(NORTH MIDDLESEX ON) – Family dispute at a residence in Dorchester leads to charges. 

On December 8, 2025, at 7:19 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to an address in Dorchester, Thames Centre, for the report of a family dispute.

An individual was placed under arrest and was transported to the Middlesex OPP Detachment.

The victim was transported to hospital as a precaution.

As a result, Alexander BANKES, a 29-year-old of Dorchester, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Assault (two counts)
  • Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm

The accused was held for bail.

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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Area OPP Chesley OPP Police Press Releases

Brockton Collision – Shawn WOODWARD Arrested

(BROCKTON, ON) – On December 5, 2025, at approximately 5:45 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a collision on Concession 22, Municipality of Brockton.

Police attended the scene and discovered a pick-up truck in the ditch. The driver did not remain at the scene of the collision but was located nearby shortly thereafter. While interacting with the driver, the investigating officer detected signs of impairment. They were taken into custody and transported for further testing.

Shawn WOODWARD, 28-years-old, resident of Chesley was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – B.A.C. 80+, CC 320.14(1)(b)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on January 21, 2026, to answer to the charge.

If you were witness to the collision, or have dash camera footage available from that area on that date and time, please contact the South Bruce OPP.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Strathroy-Caradoc

Two Arrested After AI Alerts Police

(STRATHROY-CARADOC, ON) – Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system assists officer in stopping and charging a driver and passengers.

On December 7, 2025, at 4:13 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol on Longwoods Road in the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc, was alerted by the Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system, of a possible suspended driver.

A traffic stop was initiated.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

A search of the vehicle revealed a firearm and ammunition.

As a result, Kyrien GOLAY-LAUSANNE, a 25-year-old of London, has been charged under Criminal Code, and Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Unauthorized Poss of a Firearm
  • Possession of a Prohibited device or ammunition at unauthorized place
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero
  • Driver fail to surrender licence

The passengers, Barry STURGEON, a 22-year-old of Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, and Sierra BOUDREAU, a 23-year-old of London, have been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Unauthorized Poss of a Firearm
  • Possession of a Prohibited device or ammunition at unauthorized place

All three accused have been released from police custody and are scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in London on January 27, 2026, to speak to the charges.

The In Car Camera and ALPR have been operating in Middlesex County OPP vehicles since March 13, 2023. Middlesex OPP officers continue to see drivers operating vehicles that do not have valid, registered licence plates, are currently driving unlicenced, while under suspension or prohibited.

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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Area OPP Howick OPP Police Press Releases

49 Year Old From Howick Arrested – Details Released

(HOWICK TOWNSHIP, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Howick Twp resident with Prohibited Driving along with several other provincial offences following a traffic stop on November 21, 2025. 

On Friday, November 21, at 7:30 p.m., Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop for a vehicle on Amberley Road in Howick Twp.  

Officers confirmed that the male driver was prohibited from driving under the Criminal Code and was subsequently placed under arrest and taken into custody.

Jason RICHARDSON, 49 years-of-age from Howick Twp has been charged with:

–      Operation while Prohibited.

The accused was additionally charged with six provincial offences found in the Highway Traffic Act (HTA), Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act (CAIA), Tobacco Tax Act (TTA), and Liquor Licence Control Act (LLCA).

The vehicle involved was towed and impounded for 45 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for January 12, 2026, at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich. 

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Bancroft OPP Police Press Releases

Joseph EASTON-VAUTOUR – Assault, Theft, Etc.

(BANCROFT, ON) – The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person following a disturbance.

On Sunday, December 7, 2025, just before 3:00 p.m. police attended an address on Valleyview Drive in the Town of Bancroft. As a result of the investigation one person was arrested and transported to the Bancroft OPP detachment.

Joseph EASTON-VAUTOUR, 34, of Bancroft has been charged with the following:

  • Assault – 2 counts
  • Assault cause bodily harm
  • Forcible confinement
  • Mischief under $5,000
  • Theft under $5,000

The accused was held for bail and remanded into custody. The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bellville on December 10, 2025

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Area OPP Bluewater OPP Police Press Releases

Drunk Driver Arrested In Exeter – Name Released

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Bluewater resident with an impaired driving offence following a traffic stop on November 20, 2025, in the Town of Exeter, Municipality of South Huron. 

Just before 11:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 20, 2025, Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop for a vehicle on Main Street North in Exeter. The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation.

The accused provided breath samples before a qualified OPP Intoxilyzer Breath Technician at the Huron County OPP detachment in Clinton. Breath samples provided to police resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Leslie LEWIS, 66 years-of-age from Bluewater has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – Over 80.

The vehicle involved was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on December 29, 2025. 

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Latchford OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal Snowmobile Incident On Bay Lake

(LATCHFORD, ON) – One person has died following a snowmobile incident on Bay Lake in Latchford.

On Monday, December 8, 2025, at approximately 3:10 p.m., members of the Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with the North East Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), responded to a call for service involving three snowmobilers travelling on Bay Lake. Two of the snowmobilers broke through the ice and became trapped in the water.

Additional emergency resources were deployed, including the Latchford Fire Department, the Temiskaming Shores Fire Department and its Ice Water Rescue Team and drone, as well as Ornge air ambulance.

After a courageous and coordinated effort by several rescuers, both individuals were pulled from the water and transported to hospital. Despite lifesaving efforts, one of the snowmobilers was pronounced deceased at hospital. The second individual sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

The OPP reminds all outdoor enthusiasts to exercise extreme caution when travelling on frozen waterways. Ice conditions can be unpredictable, and checking ice thickness and safety before venturing out is essential.

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Area OPP Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal 3 Vehicle Collision In Harriston

(HARRISTON, ON) – Members of the Wellington County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a three-vehicle collision that has resulted in a fatality.   

On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Wellington County OPP, local fire services, and Emergency Medical Services responded to reports of a collision involving a cyclist and two passenger vehicles on Highway 9 near Anna’s Lane. The circumstances of the collision remains under investigation. 

The cyclist, a 39-year-old male was transported to hospital and later pronounced deceased. Highway 9 remains closed between Anna’s Lane and Hutchinson Street as the investigation continues. 

OPP thanks the public for their patience and cooperation.