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OPP Police Press Releases Williamsburg

Weapon & Meth Bust – Christopher PRUNNER Arrested

(WILLIAMSBURG, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) has seized numerous prohibited and restricted weapons from a home in Williamsburg, northwest of Morrisburg, and laid firearms related charged.

The investigation began in early March.

CSCU officers, the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), Emergency Response Team (ERT), OPP Canine Unit, Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit (PWEU) and members of the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Detachment executed a search warrant on March 15, 2024, at a residence on Pruner Road.

They located and seized several shotguns, rifles, handguns ammunition and prohibited ammunition magazines which were not secured inside the home. Some of the firearms were loaded. Officers also seized a small quantity of methamphetamine.

Christopher PRUNNER, age 31 of South Dundas was arrested at the scene and has been charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm – two counts
  • Possession of a prohibited device
  • Careless storage of a firearm
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance – methamphetamine

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on March 18, 2024.

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Arran-Elderslie OPP Police Press Releases

Bryan ENGEL Arrested For Drunk Driving

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an impaired driver at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint.

On March 17, 2024, members of the South Bruce OPP were conducting a RIDE checkpoint in the area of Concession 2 and Sideroad 25 in the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie. At approximately 4:26 p.m., police stopped a vehicle to check the sobriety of the driver. The investigating officer administered a roadside approved screening device (ASD) test, registering a fail. The driver was placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests.

Bryan ENGEL, 60-years-old, from the Municipality of Brockton was charged with:

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

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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Killaloe OPP Police Press Releases

Another Anonymous Abuser

(KILLALOE, ON) – Police have arrested and charged an individual in relation to a recent Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) incident.

On March 11, 2024, members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a domestic dispute call for service in the Township of Madawaska Valley. As a result of the investigation, police arrested and charged a 26-year-old from Madawaska Valley with the following Criminal Code offence:

  • domestic assault.

The accused was released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in court later at the Ontario Court of Justice, Pembroke. The name of the accused has been withheld to protect the identity of the victim.

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Chatham-Kent OPP Police Press Releases

Matthew HAASEN Arrested Again

(CHATHAM-KENT, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin County (Chatham) Detachment has charged an individual following a suspicious person investigation.

On March 17, 2024, at approximately 00:15 a.m., a member of the Elgin County OPP (Chatham Detachment) initiated an investigation after locating a pedestrian insufficiently dressed for weather conditions and walking in complete darkness on Communication Road, Municipality of Chatham-Kent while on patrol.

The investigating officer, concerned for the safety of the pedestrian, stopped to assist the individual. The officer determined the identity of pedestrian and discovered that individual was violating conditions of an existing release order.

The pedestrian was taken into custody without incident.

As a result, Matthew HAASEN, a 30-year-old of Dresden was charged with:

  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court (Two Counts)

The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently, remanded into custody.

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

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OPP Police Press Releases

More Drunk Drivers

(NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are continuing to work diligently in keeping the roads safe in Northumberland. Officers arrested four individuals in unrelated incidents. 

On March 15, 2024, at approximately 9:20 a.m., Northumberland OPP responded to complaint from a member of the public regarding a driver who dropped off their child for an activity on Dale Road in Hamilton Township. The motorist was then located and police were led into an impaired operation investigation.

As a result, a 37-year-old, from Hamilton Township, has been charged with:

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

The person will not be named to protect the identity of the young person.

On March 16, 2024, at approximately 4:30 a.m., OPP responded to a report of a single-vehicle in the ditch on County Road 45 in Alnwick-Haldimand Township. The individual was transported by Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to a local hospital with reported minor injuries.

Patrick QUINN, 32-years-old, from Campbellford, has been charged with:

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

On March 17, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., OPP stopped a vehicle for speeding on County Road 28 in the Municipality of Port Hope. Police were led into an impaired operation investigation.

Timothy KAY, 33-years-old, from Newtonville, has been charged with:

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

On March 17, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m., OPP stopped a vehicle travelling westbound in Highway 401 in Hamilton Township for speeding. The officer was led into an impaired operation investigation.

Tommy MARTEL-HOULE. 27-years-old, from Victorialville, Quebec, has been charged with:

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

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. All received an additional 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Jasmine SHAWANDA – Impaired Driving

(SUDBURY, ON) – One person was arrested and charged for impaired driving after a traffic complaint was reported to police.

On March 15, 2024, shortly after 5:00 a.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on Highway 17, in the City of Greater Sudbury.

The vehicle was located by police and the driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to the Greater Sudbury Police Service for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Jasmine SHAWANDA, 37 years-of-age, from Wikwemikong Unceded Territory, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous operation
  • Novice driver – presence of drug

The accused was release and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on April 17, 2024, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Elgin

Donuts Attract OPP Attention – Michael BEYNON Arrested

(WEST ELGIN, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin County (St. Thomas) Detachment has charged an individual following a traffic stop.

On March 17, 2024, at approximately 12:05 a.m., a member of the Elgin County OPP stopped a passenger vehicle on Havens Lake Road, Municipality of West Elgin after observing the vehicle speeding and performing “doughnuts” within an intersection.

While speaking to the driver, the investigating officer observed signs of intoxication. The driver was taken into custody without incident and transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Michael BEYNON, a 27-year-old of West Lorne was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive motor vehicle – Perform Stunt

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 14-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on April 23, 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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Dutton-Dunwich OPP Police Press Releases

Stacey EMENY – Drunk Driving

(DUTTON-DUNWICH, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin County (St. Thomas) Detachment located and investigated a vehicle after a Good Samaritan reported a suspected impaired driver.

On March 16, 2024, at approximately 7:20 p.m., officers with the Elgin County OPP (St. Thomas) Detachment located the vehicle at the OnRoute Service Centre located on the westbound Highway 401, Municipality of Dutton-Dunwich.

While speaking to the driver, the investigating officer observed signs of intoxication, the driver was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Elgin County OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Stacey EMENY, a 43-year-old of Southwest Middlesex was charged with the following:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • 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 May 7, 2024.

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Laird OPP Police Press Releases

Suspended Driver With Cocaine Arrested – Name Released

(LAIRD, ON) – A traffic stop has resulted in multiple charges for one individual. On March 13, 2024, shortly before 9:00 p.m., the Batchewana First Nation Police was conducting general patrol on Neebish Road in Laird Township, when they observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed.  

When officers attempted to stop the suspect vehicle, it fled the scene. It was located shortly after and a traffic stop was conducted. Investigation revealed that the driver’s licence was suspended. A subsequent search of the individual yielded a small amount of suspected cocaine.

As a result, Isaiah SCHIELE, 24 years-of-age, of Sault Ste. Marie was arrested and charged with:

  • Failing to Stop for Police
  • Driving While Under Suspension
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 22, 2024 in Sault Ste. Marie.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

HARRIS Arrested For Drunk Driving

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – On March 15, 2024, at 1:45 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol, observed a suspicious vehicle travelling on Hamilton Road in Thames Centre.

A traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Fatima HARRIS, a 49-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      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 May 14, 2024.

The Middlesex 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.

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

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Dutton-Dunwich OPP Police Press Releases

Lawrence KORNAKER Arrested For Drunk Driving

(DUTTON-DUNWICH, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin County arrested an impaired driver at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint.

On March 17, 2024, members of the Elgin County OPP were conducting a Festive RIDE checkpoint on Marsh Line, Municipality of Dutton-Dunwich. At approximately 10:35 p.m., police stopped a passenger vehicle and checked for driver sobriety.

The investigating officer administered a roadside approved screening device (ASD) test, registering a failure. The driver was taken into custody and transported to the Middlesex County OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Lawrence KORNAKER, 60-year-old of Wallacetown was charged with the following:

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

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Thomas on May 7, 2024.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

Police Remove Citizen From Residence For “Verbal Offence” Now Homeless #PoliceState #FilmThePolice #FTP

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – On March 17, 2024, at 12:29 p.m., the Grey Bruce OPP responded to an address in South Bruce Peninsula and initiated an intimate partner violence investigation. Police attended and determined that the incident was verbal only. One individual was removed from the residence but continued to yell and swear outside of the residence.

A 37-year-old of no fixed address was charged with:

·      Causing a disturbance

The accused is to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victim.

Individuals experiencing intimate partner violence are not alone. If you or someone you are aware of requires assistance, there are local resources ready to provide support. Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth can be contacted at 1-866-376-9852.

The OPP is available at 1-888-310-1122 throughout the Province of Ontario. In case of immediate danger please call 911.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Another Drunk Driver In South Huron – Name Released

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – On March 15, 2024, at 6:53 P.m., the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting Reduce Impaired Driving (RIDE) check on Bronson Line in South Huron.

The officers observed a vehicle avoid the RIDE check and officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle. The driver provided a sample of breath into an Approved Screening Device (ASD) which registered a fail. The driver was transported to the Huron County OPP Detachment for further testing.

Scott Hunter, 36-year-old from Middlesex County was charged with:

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

The accused will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Goderich on April 29, 2024.

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Central Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Elizabeth Loerchner Caught Drunk Driving & Speeding

(CENTRAL HURON, ON) – On March 16, 2024, at 9:04 a.m., the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting traffic patrol in the area of Base Line and Londesboro Road in Central Huron.

The officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was travelling over the 80km/hr speed limit. The stopped the motor vehicle and conducted Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) on the driver. As police were speaking to the driver, they were displaying signs of impairment. The driver provided a sample of breath into an Approved Screening Device (ASD) which registered a fail. The driver was transported to the Huron County OPP Detachment for further testing.

Elizabeth Loerchner, 43-year-old from Huron County was charged with:

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

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Goderich on April 22, 2024.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Exeter Evacuation & Massive Response Unfounded #OOPS #WantedOvertime

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Multiple Huron County OPP officers attended an address in Exeter, South Huron, in relation to an incident.

On March 15, 2024, at 11:28 a.m., members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Huron County OPP Crime Unit, Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), OPP Canine, OPP Crisis Negotiators and OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), were dispatched to an address on Main Street South in Exeter, South Huron, for the report of a possible hostage situation.

Main Street South between John Street and James Street were shut down and area residences and businesses were evacuated for public safety.

With the assistance of the South Huron Fire Department, the South Huron Recreation Centre was opened up to accommodate the displaced individuals.

Five individuals from within the apartment exited without issue.

The situation was unfounded, no charges have been laid and all resources have cleared.

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.