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Brandon RANKIN – Drunk Driving

(PLYMPTON-WYOMING, ON) – On February 6, 2021 at approximately 9:20 p.m., members of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a single motor vehicle roll-over on Churchill Line, Plympton-Wyoming.

Members of Lambton County OPP attended the scene and, upon speaking with the driver, it became apparent the driver had consumed an alcoholic beverage and was displaying signs of impairment. The driver was arrested and transported to the Lambton OPP detachment where they provided two samples of breath above the legal limit.   

As a result, Brandon RANKIN, 33-years-old of Sarnia has been charged with

  • Operation While Impaired- Alcohol and Blood
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

The accused has been released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

If you see a driver you suspect may be impaired by alcohol or drugs, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Your call could make our roads safer for all.

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Shawn PINKNEY Arrested For Snow Blower Theft

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – Thanks to great police work in the Municipality of North Perth, a theft has been solved moments after it occurred.

On February 06 2021, just after 3:30 a.m., a member of the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) North Perth Detachment, was patrolling on Queen Street East, Listowel, when they observed a person pushing a snow blower down the road. The investigation revealed that the snow blower had just been stolen from a nearby residence on Queen Street.

As a result, Shawn PINKNEY, 33, of North Perth, has been arrested and charged with:

  • Theft Under $5000

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford at a later date to answer to the charges.

Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Driver Facing Numerous Charges After Running Over Signs

(MEAFORD, ON) – On February 6, 2021 at 1:11 a.m. Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint involving a motorist that was stopped in a live lane of traffic on Highway 26, near Concession 8, in the Municipality of Meaford.

This vehicle had just driven over several signs at a shopping mall in the City of Owen Sound and was located stopped on the highway. Officers approached this vehicle and spoke with the driver.  The driver was displaying obvious signs of impairment, so they were arrested for impaired driving and they were transported to the Chatsworth OPP detachment. A Drug Recognition Expert completed an evaluation with this driver.

As a result of this investigation, Grey Bruce OPP have charged Tanner GOUDY, 23 years-of-age, from Owen Sound, with the following offences:

  • Operation of a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs, section 320.14(1)(a) Criminal Code of Canada (CCC)
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – Methylenedioxyamphetamine (Ecstasy), section 4(1) Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance, section 4(1) CDSA
  • Possession of a Schedule III substance, section 4(1) CDSA
  • Fail to remain, section 200(1)(a) Highway Traffic Act
  • Failure to comply with Undertaking, section 145(4)(a) CCC

The accused’s driver’s licence is suspended for 90 days and the vehicle they were operating was towed and impounded for seven days.

The accused must attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on March 18, 2021.

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41 Year Old Gets Impaired Charge After Getting Stuck In Ditch

(TOWNSHIP OF PUSLINCH, ON) – On February 6, 2021, at approximately 7:45 a.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded a report of a vehicle that was stuck in a ditch on Concession 2 at Wellington Road 35  in Puslinch Township.  

Police attended and while speaking with the driver, formed the opinion that they were impaired by drugs. The driver was arrested and underwent further testing.

Rupinder K GILL, 41-years-old of Guelph has been charged with Driving while Impaired by Drug contrary to the Criminal Code.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on February 23, 2021.

If you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired, either by drug or alcohol, you can call police at 911 to report it.

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22 Year Old Caught Going 130 in an 80

(TOWNSHIP OF PUSLINCH, ON) – On January 31, 2021, at approximately 9:15 p.m., a Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer was monitoring traffic and conducting radar on Arkell Road east of Watson Road South in Puslinch Township. The officer observed a white sedan travelling westbound at a speed that appeared to be well above the posted 80 km/h speed limit. The vehicle was locked on radar in excess of 130 km/h.

As a result, Blake DEBRUIN MARTOS, 22-year-old resident of Kitchener, has been charged with Racing a Motor Vehicle contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. The defendant is scheduled to appear in Guelph at the Ontario Court of Justice – Provincial Offences Court on May 19, 2021. Their vehicle and driver’s licence were seized for a period of seven days as per statute.

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Fatal Collision Update – Name Of Deceased Released

(TOWNSHIP OF GUELPH-ERAMOSA, ON) – On Sunday, February 7, 2021, at approximately 3:00 p.m., Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), responded along with the Guelph Fire Department, Guelph Police Service, and Guelph-Wellington Paramedic Services to a single motor vehicle collision on Speedvale Avenue east of Wellington Road 32 in the Township of Guelph-Eramosa.

Preliminary investigation revealed that a motor vehicle was travelling eastbound on Speedvale Avenue when it left the roadway, rolled over, and collided with a tree. A passenger of the vehicle, 40-year-old Bernon Baltar BALDONASA from Guelph, Ontario suffered serious life threatening injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Two other occupants were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The cause of the collision is currently being investigated by Wellington County OPP and OPP Technical Collision Investigators (TCI). Speedvale Avenue was closed for approximately 3 hours for the investigation.

The Wellington County OPP is asking anyone that may have witnessed this collision to please call police at 1-888-310-1122.

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39 Year Old From Owen Sound Facing Impaired Driving Charge & Possession of Methamphetamine

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – On February 3, 2021 at 10:23 a.m. Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 6 & 10, north of Rockford, in the Township of Georgian Bluffs. OPP officers were assisted at the scene by Georgian Bluffs Fire Department.

A mini-van had left the roadway and struck a hydro pole, causing significant damage to the vehicle. The driver, and lone occupant was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

The driver was arrested for impaired driving.  

As a result of this investigation, Grey Bruce OPP have charged Jason HOBBS, 39 years-of-age from Owen Sound with operation of a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs, section 320.14(1)(a) Criminal Code of Canada (CC) and possession of a Schedule 1 substance – Methamphetamine, section 4(1) Controlled Drugs and Substance Act.

The accused must attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on March 11, 2021.

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Shot Fired Update: 27 Year Old Facing Attempt Murder Charge

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB), with assistance of the Brantford Police Service and Six Nations Police Service, have made an arrest in connection with an incident at a Thames Street South, Ingersoll address.

Police responded on February 7, 2020 after a firearm was discharged. A victim was taken to hospital with serious, non-life threatening injuries.

On February 8, 2020 police arrested and charged Forest Reginald WHITLOW, 27-years-old of Six Nations of The Grand River Territory, with the following offences:

  • Attempted murder,
  • Robbery with a Firearm (two counts),
  • Dangerous Driving,
  • Possession of Stolen Property Over $5,000 (two counts), and
  • Arson.

The accused is being held in custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Woodstock, Ontario for a bail hearing on Tuesday, February 9, 2021.

“The OPP would like to take this opportunity to thank the members of the community, media outlets and the officers with the Branford Police Service and Six Nations Police Service that assisted in bringing this incident to a successful resolution.”

The investigation remains ongoing and further updates will be provided when available.

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Have You Seen This Stolen Snowmobile?

(CARRICK TWP, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call reporting the theft of a snowmobile on February 5, 2021. Sometime between 12:30 a.m. on February 5, 2021 and 8:30 a.m. on February 5, 2021, a Green and Black Arctic Cat Snow Pro 1100 Turbo with licence # 6AD993 was taken. The estimated value of the stolen snowmobile is $12,000 and the serial number is on file with police.

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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Another Armed Robbery In Kitchener

Publish Date: Feb 8, 2021
Incident Date: Feb 5, 2021
Location: HIGHLAND RD E, KITCHENER, ON Canada

On February 5, 2021, Waterloo Regional Police responded to a report of a robbery at a convenience store in the area of Highland Road East and Mausser Avenue in Kitchener. A male entered the store brandishing a knife and demanded cash. The male was given an undisclosed amount of cash and fled the area. Police searched the area but were unable to locate the suspect. On February 6, 2021, at approximately 12:30 a.m., the suspect attempted to gain entry at another convenience store located in the area of Highland Road East and Glen Road in Kitchener. The male was denied entry by staff, and police were called. Officers located the male a short distance away, and he was placed under arrest. As a result of the investigation, a 33-year-old Kitchener male has been charged with robbery with a weapon. The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing.

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Head-on Collision On HWY 86

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – Icy roads caused one collision after the other in Municipality of North Perth last Friday.

On February 05 2021, just before 3:00 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Perth County Paramedic Service, and North Perth Fire Department responded to a serious head-on collision on Perth Line 86, west of Road 169. Two vehicles driving in opposite directions had collided, causing severe damage to the vehicles and injuring two people. Both drivers were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Prior to police arriving on scene, a second collision occurred just east of the first, after one vehicle stopped and was rear-ended. There were no injuries as a result of the second collision, but one vehicle received significant damage.

The roads were icy at the time of the collisions.

Here are some tips to help ensure you get where you’re going safely:

  • Slow down.
  • Look ahead (as far as the horizon) to be aware of upcoming intersections, vehicles, and dangers.
  • Adjust your driving to the current road and weather conditions.
  • Leave extra space between vehicles, as stopping distances are more than double on snow or ice covered roads.
  • Make it a habit to allow extra time to travel to and from your destinations.

In the event of a minor collision with NO injuries and your vehicle can still be driven, drivers are encouraged to exit off the highway to a safe location and exchange relevant information with other involved drivers.

For collisions incurring damage over $2000, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or your local Police Service to report the incident.

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21 Year Old From Stratford Facing Drunk Driving Charge

(Adelaide-Metcalfe Township, ON) On February 7, 2021 at 12:50 a.m. Middlesex OPP observed a motor vehicle in the ditch on Centre Road, just east of Petty Street, Adelaide-Metcalfe Township. 

As a result of an investigation, police have charged Robyn TURNER, 21-year-old of Stratford, ON with:

  • Operation while impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus) as per section 320.14(1)(b) CC
  •  Adult Failure to Comply with Undertaking as per section 145(4)(a) CC  

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice on March 18, 2021 to speak to the charges.

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MILLS Arrested Again – Methamphetamine A Factor

(Thames Centre, ON) – On February 6, 2021 at 2:14 a.m., Police observed a stolen motor vehicle travelling on Shaw Road in Thames Center. The vehicle was subsequently stopped without incident. Two occupants were taken into custody.

As a result of an investigation, police have charged Bradley MILLS, a 32-year-old, of North Huron Township with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine as per section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)  
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada, as per section 354(1)(a) of the Criminal Code (CC). 

Police have also charged, Melanie CUTLER, a 32-year-old, of London, ON with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine as per section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)  
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada, as per section 354(1)(a) of the Criminal Code (CC). 

The accused have been released from police custody and are scheduled to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice on March 26, 2021 to speak to the charges.

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School Bus Involved In Collision

(SOUTHGATE, ON) – On February 8, 2021 at 8:40 a.m. Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision involving a school bus and a pick-up truck on Young Street at the intersection of Victoria Street West in the Town of Dundalk, in the Township of Southgate.  

The First Student School Bus had five (5) students on board and a driver. All of the students were safely evacuated and were transported to school via another school bus that was sent to the scene. There were no injuries.

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Citizen Shot Defending Property – Armed & Dangerous Suspect At Large

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – On Sunday, February 7, 2021, at approximately 12:13 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford County Detachment, along with Oxford County EMS responded to a 9-1-1 emergency call for a weapons complaint at a Thames Street South, Ingersoll address.

It was determined that the owner of a pickup truck was working at a nearby business when they came out to their vehicle and encountered an unknown person inside. The owner then became involved in a verbal altercation which then turned into a physical confrontation. The suspect then discharged a firearm striking the victim causing serious but non-life threatening injuries and stole a pickup truck. The victim was transported by ambulance to a local area hospital and has since been taken to a London area hospital for further treatment.

The stolen vehicle that fled the area in an unknown direction was later involved in a collision at Cockshutt Road and Concession 2 of Townsend in Norfolk County, Ontario. The suspect displayed a firearm and then stole a white coloured Dodge Ram pickup truck from a Good Samaritan that stopped to assist with the crash. The truck then fled from the area and was later located by OPP Aviation Services. No injuries were reported.

The suspect was described to police as a Caucasian male, 5’6 to 5’8, 150 to 170 lbs, 30 to 40’s of age, pocked marked face with sunken cheek bones, dark eyes, brown unkempt hair with a goatee. He was wearing a black coat with a hood along with a hooded sweatshirt with both hoods pulled over his head. 

The suspect involved is these incidents is considered to be armed and dangerous and poses a threat to public safety. Police remind all members of the public to be aware of their personal safety at all times. The OPP’s website opp.ca, contains a number of useful and resources tips and links.

The Oxford County OPP along with members of the West Region Crime Unit are continuing to investigate and is seeking the public’s assistance with this investigation. If anyone has any information or video surveillance that may have captured the stolen vehicle or suspect involved, they are being asked to contact the Oxford or Norfolk County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.oxfordcrimestoppers.comwhere you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The investigation is continuing and updates will be provided when new information becomes available.