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OPP Police Press Releases Sioux Lookout

Travis WILLIAMS – Assault

(SIOUX LOOKOUT) – One individual faces assault charges following an incident at a local emergency shelter.

On March 8, 2024, just after 11:00 p.m., members of the Sioux Lookout Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an assault incident at a local emergency shelter on Fair Street in the Municipality of Sioux Lookout. There were no serious injuries report to police as a result.

As a result, Travis WILLIAMS, 32-years-old, of Eagle Lake First Nation, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with Assault – three counts.

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sioux Lookout on April 23, 2024.

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Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands OPP Police Press Releases

Tina POWELL – Drunk Driving

(NORTHEASTERN MANITOULIN AND THE ISLANDS, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged during a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) program.

On March 10, 2024, shortly after 12:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a R.I.D.E. program on Highway 6 near Townline Road.

A vehicle was stopped as police were able to determine that the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Tina POWELL, 49-years-old, from Manitowaning was charged with operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).  

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on April 16, 2024.

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

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OPP Police Press Releases Selywn

Robert CARROLL – Drunk Driving

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – A driver has been charged with Impaired driving after their vehicle was stopped for speeding on Fife’s Bay Road.

On March 10, 2024, at approximately 7:15pm, the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle for speeding on Fife’s Bay Road in Selwyn Township. While dealing with the driver, the officer detected an odour of alcohol and made an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand. The driver provided a sample of his breath and as a result was arrested.

Robert CARROLL (age 44) of Peterborough, ON, was arrested and charged with:

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

·      Speeding

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on April 23, 2024.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

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Nipigon OPP Police Press Releases

Michael METANSININE – Drunk Driving

(NIPIGON) – A traffic complaint has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.  

On March 10, 2024, just before 7:00 p.m., members of the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of an erratic and suspected impaired driver on Highway 11/17 near Hurkett Loop Road. Officers located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver was impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Nipigon OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Michael METANSININE, 53-years-old, of Geraldton, has been arrested and 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 custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Nipigon on April 23, 2024.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. 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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Kenora OPP Police Press Releases

Jeremy HALVERSON – Drunk Driving

(KENORA) – A R.I.D.E program has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.

On March 10, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a R.I.D.E program in the area of Norman Drive in the City of Kenora. A driver approached the program and was requested to provide a breath sample.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver was impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Kenora OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Jeremy HALVERSON, 38-years-old, of Kenora, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·        Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·        Driving While Under Suspension – two counts

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on April 4, 2024.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. 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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Gorham OPP Police Press Releases

Jesse GERMANIUK – Drunk Driving

(GORHAM TOWNSHIP) – Traffic enforcement by the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.  

On March 10, 2024, just before 12:30 a.m., members of the Thunder Bay OPP Detachment observed a motor vehicle in the area of Hollender Road in Gorham Township while conducting general traffic enforcement. Officers approached the motor vehicle and the driver was requested to provide a breath sample.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver was impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Thunder Bay OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Jesse GERMANIUK, 36-years-old, of Gorham Township, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus).

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on April 16, 2024.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. 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 Whitesand First Nation

Stacey SHAPWAYKEESIC – Drunk Driving

(WHITESAND FIRST NATION) – A traffic complaint has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.  

On March 9, 2024, at approximately 6:00 p.m., members of the Armstrong Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a suspected impaired driver in Whitesand First Nation. Officers located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver was impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Armstrong OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Stacey SHAPWAYKEESIC, 37-years-old, of Whitesand, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·        Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

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

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on April 30, 2024.

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Greenstone OPP Police Press Releases

Lance MCMAHON – Drunk Driving

(GREENSTONE) – A R.I.D.E program has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation.

On March 8, 2024, just before 10:00 p.m., members of the Greenstone Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a R.I.D.E program in the area of Michael Power Boulevard in the Municipality of Greenstone. A driver approached the program and was requested to provide a breath sample.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver was impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Greenstone OPP Detachment for further testing. 

As a result, Lance MCMAHON, 36-years-old, of Geraldton, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Liquor Licence and Control Act with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·        Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·        Driving Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor

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

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. 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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Ledger OPP Police Press Releases

Tyler MATHESON – Drunk Driving

(LEDGER TOWNSHIP) – One individual is facing impaired charges following a traffic complaint.

On March 8, 2024, at approximately 5:00 p.m., members of the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a motor vehicle driving erratically through a construction zone on Highway 11 in Ledger Township. Officers located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Nipigon OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Tyler MATHESON, 37-years-old, of Sherwood Park, Alberta, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·        Dangerous Operation

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Nipigon on April 5, 2024.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Robert AULD – Drunk Driving

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment have arrested and charged one individual with impaired operation. 

On March 9, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m., members of the Dryden OPP Detachment conducted a traffic stop on Highway 17 in the City of Dryden after observing it to be travelling at a high rate of speed.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol/drug. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Dryden detachment OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Robert AULD, 61-years-old, of Sioux Lookout, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·        Adult Speeding 1-49km/h over posted limit

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on April 15, 2024.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. 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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Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases

Nicolas LOPEZ – Drunk Driving

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with impaired operation after member of public calls in traffic complaint of possible impaired driver.

On March 8, 2024, at 9:17 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Glendon Drive in Middlesex Centre for the report of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle was located on Prince Street in Komoka, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest.

As a result, Nicolas LOPEZ, a 20-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

·      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 8, 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.

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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Lucknow OPP Police Press Releases

Drunk Driver Arrested In Lucknow -SCHNEYDERBERG

(LUCKNOW, ON) – On March 8, 2024, at 8:36 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a suspected impaired driver. Officers located the vehicle along Willoughby Street in Lucknow and found that the driver had been drinking alcohol.

They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Intoxilizer Technician for breath tests.

Jeff SCHNEYDERBERG, 48-years-old, from the Township of Huron Kinloss was charged with:

  • Impaired Driving
  • Operate over 80 milligrams

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Walkerton on April 24, 2024, to answer to the charges.

An impaired driving charge includes an immediate 90-day driver’s license suspension and an immediate 7-day vehicle impoundment.

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Dufferin OPP Police Press Releases

Two More Impaired Drivers Arrested -ENGRAM &GROTTOLO

(DUFFERIN COUNTY) – The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers with impaired operation related offences over the weekend.

On March 10, 2024, just after 1:00 a.m., officers from Dufferin OPP conducted a traffic stop on HWY 10 in the Town of Mono. Officers were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation.

Steven ENGRAM, a 37-year-old male, from Mono has been charged with:

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

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

•      Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit

•      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

On March 10, 2024, just after 6:00 p.m., officers from Dufferin OPP responded to a traffic complaint in the area of Buena Vista Drive in the Town of Orangeville. Officers were able to locate the vehicle in question and were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation.

Paul GROTTOLO, a 44-year-old male, from Alton has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

•      Driving while under suspension

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

Dufferin OPP continues to conduct traffic enforcement daily as drivers who are impaired by alcohol or drugs and who drive at excessive speeds continue to pose a threat to Ontario roads. We are committed to the safety of our community.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorist 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.

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Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

Another Anonymous Spouse Beater Caught & Released

(HURON-KINLOSS TWP, ON) – On March 9, 2024, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an address in Huron-Kinloss Township and initiated an intimate partner violence investigation.

As a result of the investigation, a 29-year-old resident of Huron-Kinloss Township has been charged with the following Criminal Code offence:

–      Spousal Assault

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

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

Victims of sexual assault and intimate partner violence are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth. If you are in immediate crisis, dial 911.

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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers – ROBERTSON & BROOKS

(LENNOX & ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – Officers of the Lennox and Addington (L&A) County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged two drivers with impaired driving over the weekend.

On March 8, 2024, shortly after 3:00 p.m., officers from the L&A County OPP received a report of a person who was believed to be impaired attempting to drive away from a construction site on Oakmont Drive in Bath. Police attended the scene and arrested the driver for impaired driving.

As a result of this investigation, L&A County OPP has charged Dawson ROBERTSON, age 24, of Kingston, with:

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

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on April 2, 2024. The accused’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

On March 10, 2024, shortly after 5:00 a.m., officers from the L&A County OPP were dispatched to a collision after receiving a crash notification for Fitchett Road by County Road 9. Police attended the scene and located two people standing on the roadway with minor injuries. The vehicle was in the ditch and had hit some trees. Police arrested the driver for impaired driving.

As a result of this investigation, L&A County OPP has charged Gavin BROOKS, age 18, of Greater Napanee, with:

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

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on April 2, 2024. The accused’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.