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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Fox Paralyzed – Cruelty Investigation Underway

( NEW TECUMSETH, ON ) – The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a case of animal cruelty after a fox was found severely injured in Tottenham.

On October 24, 2025, officers responded to a report of an injured fox believed to have been struck by a vehicle spotted near a residential property. Despite attending the scene, the animal could not be located at that time. In the days that followed, Procyon Wildlife received multiple community reports and successfully captured the fox on October 29, 2025, near St. James Roman Catholic Cemetery.

A veterinary assessment revealed the fox had not been hit by a vehicle, but had instead been shot several times with a pellet or BB gun. These injuries left the fox permanently paralyzed and was required to be euthanized to prevent further suffering. This incident is now being investigated as a case of animal cruelty.

The OPP has reported the matter to Provincial Animal Welfare Services (PAWS) and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF). Investigators are now seeking information from the public to identify the who ever may be responsible for this act.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Nottawasaga OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at http://www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca. Information can also be shared directly with PAWS at 1-833-926-4625.

The OPP reminds the public that harming wildlife is not only inhumane but also a criminal offence. Community awareness and involvement are vital in protecting animals and holding offenders accountable.

We thank the community and Procyon Wildlife for their dedication and compassion throughout this incident.

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Barrie City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Alexander Hussey Carriere Was Arrested

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation after observing a motor vehicle take a side road around a RIDE program and conducted a traffic stop on the motor vehicle.

On Sunday November 02, 2025 at approximately 1:02 am, officers were conducting a RIDE program on Highway 35 near Thunderbridge Road when a vehicle was observed appearing to try and avoid the RIDE program by taking McLaren’s Creek Road. A traffic stop was conducted on the motor vehicle and the driver was arrested and charged with impaired driving related offences.

Alexander Hussey Carriere, 31-year-old of Barrie was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date. The drivers licence was suspended for 90 days and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to serving our province by protecting its’ citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

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Kingston OPP Police Press Releases

Benjamin FREW Facing Numerous Charges

(RIDEAU LAKES TWP., ON) – A large amount of stolen property has been recovered, and one person is in custody following a break-in south of Westport.

Officers with the Frontenac Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a cottage on Perth Road on Sunday, November 2, 2025, shortly after 4:30 p.m. A suspicious person had been seen on the property.

The officers spotted a male who ran into the forest, leaving a vehicle behind. That vehicle had earlier been reported stolen

Additional officers and the OPP Canine Unit converged on the area and began a search. The individual was located just before 7:00 p.m.

In addition to the vehicle officers recovered other stolen property including household appliances and other household items, power tools and hunting and camping equipment. Officers also seized a quantity of suspected methamphetamine.

Benjamin FREW, age 49 of Kingston has been charged with

  • Entering premises when prohibited
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property
  • Possession of break-in tools
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Theft of a vehicle
  • Using a licence plate not in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act
  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance
  • Operation of a vehicle while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Failure to comply with an undertaking – four counts

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on Monday, November 3, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Perth

House Explosion – Details Released

(WEST PERTH, ON) – Emergency services responded to a report of a structure fire and explosion in the Municipality of West Perth.

On October 31, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m. the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with West Perth Fire Department, responded to a report of a fire and explosion at a residential property on Perth Road 163 in the town of Fullerton.

The fire was quickly extinguished, but the residence was heavily damaged from the explosion. The residence was empty at the time of the incident, and no one was injured.

Perth Road 163 was temporarily closed while emergency services responded.

The cause of the incident was not deemed to be suspicious in nature. The OPP provided assistance with holding the scene while the Ontario Fire Marshals conducted their investigation into the cause of the incident.

The scene has since been released back to the owners of the property and resources have cleared the area. There is no risk to public safety.

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Holstein OPP Police Press Releases

Arson Spree – Jaret PRICE Arrested

(HOLSTEIN, ON) – Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a local individual in connection with a series of incidents involving arson, assault, and property damage at a housing complex in Holstein.

On October 31, 2025, at approximately 10:38 a.m., OPP officers responded to a call from Dundalk Fire Services regarding a suspected arson at a housing complex on Grey Road 109 in Holstein, ON. Information received indicated that the individual was still on scene and allegedly in possession of a knife. Due to safety concerns, emergency responders sheltered in place and the complex was placed under lockdown until police arrived.

Police determined that the individual, a tenant at the residence, had allegedly attempted to gain access to another apartment before setting fire to a bag causing property damage. Shortly thereafter, a physical altercation reportedly occurred between the individual and another individual at the complex. The individual then allegedly used an edged weapon to damage property, including a window screen and a vehicle parked on site.

Police located and arrested the individual at the scene without incident.

Jaret PRICE 32-years-old from Holstein, was charged with the following criminal code offences:

  • Assault
  • Arson – Damage to Property
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Mischief Under $5000 (2 Counts)

The accused was held for a bail hearing on November 1, 2025, before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound and was released on a court-issued release order.

If you or anyone you know has information that would assist in this investigation, please call the Grey County OPP at 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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London OPP Police Press Releases

Fatal School Bus Collision

(LONDON, ON) – Police are investigating a single-vehicle collision, involving a school bus on Highway 401 in London.

Members of the Middlesex Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with the London Police Service, London-Middlesex Paramedic Services, and the London Fire Department, responded to a single-vehicle collision on Highway 401 westbound, west of Veterans Memorial Parkway, in the City of London.

At approximately 9:40 a.m., emergency services were called to the scene involving a school bus carrying 42 passengers, including secondary school-aged students. The bus left the roadway, resulting in a single-vehicle collision.

Four passengers were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.

The driver of the bus, a 52-year-old male from the Waterloo Region, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

With the assistance of the London Police Service, a temporary Emergency Operations Centre was established at the East Lions Community Centre to reunite passengers with their families.

The Middlesex OPP is continuing to investigate the cause of the collision with the assistance of the OPP West Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team.

Anyone with information regarding this collision, including dashcam footage, is asked to contact the Middlesex OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Area OPP Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

MCGRAIL Arrested For Drunk Driving

(BROCKTON, ON) – On October 26, 2025, at approximately 8:50 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic hazard along Sideroad 30 N, south of Chesley.

Police were contacted by a concerned member of the public who discovered a recently damaged vehicle stopped in a live lane, with the driver slouched over behind the wheel. Officers attended and made contact with the driver; police then detected signs of impairment. The driver was taken into custody and transported for further testing.

Dominic MCGRAIL, 21-years-old, resident of Hanover, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – B.A.C. 80+, CC 320.14(1)(b)
  • Dangerous Operation, CC 320.13(1)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on December 10, 2025, to answer to the charges.

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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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases Wilmot

Collision Near Brockton – Michael STEELE Arrested

(BROCKTON, ON) – On October 24, 2025, at approximately 8:11 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision along Highway 9, Municipality of Brockton.

Officers attended and located a pick-up truck which had entered the ditch. A roadside screening device was administered on the driver, resulting in a fail. The driver was subsequently taken into custody and transported for further testing.

Michael STEELE, 56-years-old, resident of Wilmot, 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 December 3, 2025, 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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Bracebridge Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Michael PANTE Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Bracebridge man with impaired driving on Hallowe’en.

On October 31, 2025, at 7:45 p.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a concern from a member of the public about the driving behaviour of a motorist in the area of John and Peter Streets of Gravenhurst, while many children were out trick-or-treating.  Police quickly located the vehicle on Muskoka Road South and conducted a traffic stop in a retail parking lot.

Police have charged 31-year-old Michael PANTE of Bracebridge with the following:

  • Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  • Operation While Impaired
  • Over 80
  • Stunt Driving
  • Fail to Comply with Probation
  • Novice Driver- B.A.C. above zero

He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on November 18, 2025 to answer to his charges.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Anthony WEIDENDORF – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges following a collision investigation.

On October 25, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., officers responded to a report of a collision involving two vehicles on Highway 10, at County Road 109, in the Town of Caledon. The vehicle occupants suffered minor injuries as a result of the collision. During the course of the investigation, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

Following the investigation, Anthony WEIDENDORF, 28, of Toronto, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on November 13, 2025, to answer to the charges. Additionally, the driver’s vehicle was impounded for a period of seven days, and their driver’s licence suspended for a period of 90 days.

The OPP remains committed to keeping our communities safe through enforcement and public education. Drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol continue to pose a significant threat on Ontario roads. Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired, and impaired driving is dangerous regardless of the source of impairment. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Eden OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Daniel Myny – Drunk Driving

(TILLSONBURG, ON) – An individual from the Eden is facing impaired driving related charges following a traffic stop. 

On October 31, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were conducting general patrol around Adams Avenue. A traffic stop was conducted after a vehicle was observed driving erratically.

Daniel Myny, 24-years-old, of Eden, has been charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

·      Dangerous Operation

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on December 2, 2025.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive, or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Drug & Weapons Bust – Joshua BUSHER Arrested

(LAKESHORE, ON) – A Lakeshore resident has been charged in connection with a drug trafficking investigation led by the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

On Thursday, October 30, 2025, at approximately 4:40 a.m., members of the Essex County OPP CSCU, with support from the Lambton CSCU, as well as the West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), OPP Canine Unit, and RCMP Canine Unit, executed search warrants of residences in Stoney Point and St Joachim as well as two motor vehicles. 

The execution of the warrant led to the seizure of suspected cocaine, methamphetamine, amphetamine, fentanyl, Canadian currency, and various drug-related paraphernalia. In addition, officers seized knives, a conductive energy weapon and pepper spray. The estimated value of all items seized was over $12,000.00.

Photographs of the seized items have been attached for reference.

As a result, Joshua BUSHER, a 29-year-old of Lakeshore was charged with the following alleged offences:

  • 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- Other Drugs
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Weapon (Four Counts)

The accused was held in custody and was scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor.

Police are continuing the investigation. If anyone has any information, they are being urged to contact Essex County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Craig CRAFTCHICK Was Arrested

(SUDBURY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver of an All-Terrain-Vehicle (ATV) for refusal.

On Tuesday October 28, 2025, at approximately 6:45 p.m., members from the Nipissing West (Sudbury) Detachment of the OPP, conducted a traffic stop with an ATV operator who was not wearing a helmet on Skead Road, Sudbury.

The ATV operator was found to be hunting and during the conversation, an odour of an alcoholic beverage was detected. The operator was arrested for refusing to provide a breath sample.

As a result of the investigation, Craig CRAFTCHICK, 63 years-of-age, from Sudbury, was charged with,

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Resist Peace Officer
  • Fail to wear proper helmet
  • Fail to surrender evidence of insurance
  • Fail to wear proper clothing while hunting
  • Fail to surrender permit for off-road vehicle

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Wednesday December 3, 2025, in Sudbury.

OPP officers have the legal right to demand a breath sample from any driver during a traffic stop under Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS), even without signs of impairment.

MAS became law in Canada on December 18, 2018, under amendments to the Criminal Code.

It allows police officers to demand a roadside breath test from any driver, regardless of whether they show signs of impairment such as slurred speech or alcohol odour.

OPP officers are legally empowered to conduct MAS during any lawful traffic stop, including routine checks for speeding, seatbelt use, or expired registration.

They do not need reasonable suspicion or probable cause to request a breath sample.

Officers must have an Approved Screening Device (ASD) on hand to administer the test.

Refusing a breath test under MAS can lead to criminal charges, license suspension, and vehicle impoundment.

MAS is not optional-once stopped, drivers must comply with the breath test request.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Cocaine & Toy Gun Bust – Billy-Joe LAVALLEE Arrested

(NIPISSING WEST, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a driver with drug and firearms offences.

On Wednesday October 29, 2025, at approximately 8:10 p.m., members from the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP conducted a traffic stop on Church Street, West Nipissing.

A search of the vehicle located two replica hand guns and drugs suspected to be Cocaine and fentanyl.

As a result of the investigation the driver, Billy-Joe LAVALLEE, 42 years-of-age, from West Nipissing was arrested and charged with,

  • Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- two counts

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Thursday December 4, 2025, in North Bay.

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Northern Bruce Peninsula OPP Police Press Releases

74 Year Old Careless Driver Causes Power Outage

(NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – On October 29, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., members of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 6, north of Hidden Valley Road in the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula.

Upon arrival, officers located a pickup truck that had left the roadway and struck a telephone pole. The driver who was the lone occupant of the vehicle sustained minor injuries.

A 74-year-old resident of Northern Bruce Peninsula has been charged with Careless Driving under the Highway Traffic Act.

Due to the impact, hydro crews were required to attend the scene to shut off power and conduct necessary repairs to the damaged utility infrastructure.

The Grey Bruce OPP reminds all motorists to drive with care and attention at all times to ensure the safety of all road users.