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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Terry CHARLEBOIS – Drunk Driving

(MIDLAND, ON) – A driver is facing impaired driving charges after failing to stop at a stop sign in Midland earlier today, marking the second such incident in the area in just three days.

At approximately noon on October 29, 2025, a member of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was monitoring traffic at the intersection of Montreal and Eighth Streets, located within a designated Community Safety Zone. The officer observed a vehicle proceed through the stop sign without slowing or stopping.

Upon speaking with the driver, the officer noted signs of alcohol impairment. A roadside breath test was administered, resulting in a “Fail”. The driver was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Terry CHARLEBOIS, 57, of Midland, has been charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with the following offences:

  • Impaired Operation
  • Operation While Having Over 80 Milligrams of Alcohol per 100 Millilitres of Blood
  • Disobey Stop Sign – Fail to Stop

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on November 13, 2025. Upon being charged, the individual’s driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP reminds all motorists to plan ahead and make responsible choices. Use a designated driver, call a cab, take public transit, or stay overnight. Even small amounts of alcohol or drugs can impair your ability to drive safely.

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Carjacking – Raji SHARMA & Meeraj TANDON Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Members from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges against two individuals following an investigation into a carjacking.

On September 18, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., officers from the Caledon OPP received a report of a carjacking in the area of Old School Road and Mississauga Road, in the Town of Caledon. The complainant alleged that their vehicle was involved in a collision and was then approached by two suspects, one of which was armed with a handgun. The suspects were then said to have stolen the vehicle and fled the area.

Detectives from the Caledon Major Crime Unit (MCU) assisted with the investigation which ultimately revealed the complainant fabricated the report of the carjacking in a complex fraud scheme.

As a result of the investigation, Raji SHARMA, 38, of Brampton, and Meeraj TANDON, 40, of Brampton, were charged with:

  • Public Mischief
  • Fraud over $5000

The accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date to answer to their charges.

If you suspect illegal activity in your neighbourhood, call the Caledon OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information about suspected unlawful activity to Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Ajax OPP Police Press Releases

MCGRATH Arrested In Drug Bust

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – The Kirkland Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a call for service that led to the seizure of drugs and a handgun.

On Monday September 6, 2025, the Kirkland Lake OPP were dispatched to a concerned citizen reporting a person with blood in their hair and on their clothing at a gas station on Highway 11, in Grenfell Township. Police spoke with all parties and identified the involved persons. The passenger was arrested on the strength of outstanding warrants from Hamilton Police Service.

As a result of the search of persons and vehicle, officers seized suspected cocaine and fentanyl, with an estimated street value of over $9,000. Additionally, a handgun, drug paraphernalia, a cellular phone and over $3,900 in Canadian currency was seized.  

As a result of the investigation, Anton MCGRATH, a 24-year-old from Ajax, has been charged with:

·      Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm

·      Carrying concealed weapon

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid

·      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Kirkland Lake Ontario Court of Justice on November 6, 2025.

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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

4 Arrested After Copper Wire Theft

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – The Kirkland Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged four people following a report of copper wire theft.

On Sunday August 17, 2025, the Kirkland Lake OPP received a report of abandoned copper wire and suspicious vehicle in the area of Chaput Hughes. Through a combination of witness statements, police observations, and the execution of three search warrants, officers recovered a significant quantity of industrial-grade copper wire, along with casings and tools commonly used for stealing and stripping copper.

As a result of the investigation, Michael DAVIS, a 48-year-old from Kirkland Lake was charged with:

·      Theft over $5,000

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000

Additionally, Samantha CHAMBERLAIN, a 47-year-old from Kirkland Lake was charged with:

·      Theft over $5,000

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000

Additionally, Gloria CORCORAN, a 43-year-old from Kirkland Lake was charged with:

·      Fail to comply with probation order

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000

Additionally, Michael ANDERSON, a 34-year-old from Kirkland Lake was charged with possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

All accused persons are scheduled to appear before the Kirkland Lake Ontario Court of Justice on November 27, 2025.

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Ajax ENGLEHART Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Rashawn KING, Michelle DENOMME & Tiffany DENOMME

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – A proactive traffic stop in Kirkland Lake has led to the arrest of three people and a seizure of drugs and paraphernalia.

On Saturday October 25, 2025, the Kirkland Lake Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting general patrol in the Town of Kirkland Lake and stopped a vehicle on Taylor Avenue. Police identified the driver as having outstanding warrants from Durham Regional Police Service, and the driver was arrested. Police located controlled drugs and substances that lead to a search of the vehicle and passengers. 

As a result of the search, officers seized suspected methamphetamine, cannabis, fentanyl and cocaine, with a street value of over $13,900. Additionally, scales, baggies, other drug paraphernalia and over $3,600 in Canadian currency were seized. 

As a result of the investigation, Rashawn KING, a 24-year-old from Ajax, has been charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking opioid

·      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000

·      Fail to comply with probation order

·      Possession for the purpose of distributing

·      Fail to comply with probation order – two counts

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – methamphetamine

·      Having liquor in open container in unauthorized place

·      Having care of control of vehicle with cannabis available

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Kirkland Lake Ontario Court of Justice on November 6, 2025.

Additionally, Michelle DENOMME, a 28-year-old of Englehart, has been charged with:

·      Failure to comply with release order – three counts

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid – two counts

·      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000

·      Possession for the purpose of distributing

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – methamphetamine

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Kirkland Lake Ontario Court of Justice on November 6, 2025.

Additionally, Tiffany DENOMME, a 31-year-old from Englehart, has been charged with:

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine

·      Disobeying order of court

·      Fail to comply with probation order

·      Having liquor in open container in unauthorized place

·      Possession of unmarked cigarettes

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Kirkland Lake Ontario Court of Justice on November 27, 2025.

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Area OPP Lambton OPP Police Press Releases

Hwy 21 Rapist Finally Caught – Jason Timothy DAVIDSON Arrested

(LAMBTON, ON) – An individual from British Columbia has been arrested in connection with a series of violent sexual assaults that occurred in southwestern Ontario in 1997, following a multi-jurisdictional investigation known as Project Aerial.

Between March and August of 1997, four separate sexual assaults occurred in Lambton County, Kent County and the City of Sarnia. Four female victims – three of whom were young persons at the time of the offences – came forward with information to police. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Sarnia Police Service (SPS) each began investigating the incidents within their respective jurisdictions. The victims were provided resources and victim support.

CASE OVERVIEWS

On Wednesday, March 26, 1997, at approximately 9:30 p.m., a female youth was abducted in the area of Exmouth Street and Indian Road in the City of Sarnia. She was taken by an unidentified male driving a dark blue, small- or mid-sized vehicle to a location in Sombra Township, Lambton County, where she was sexually assaulted. The OPP led the investigation.

The OPP also investigated a second incident that occurred on Friday, May 23, 1997. At approximately 11:55 a.m. while walking along Highway 21 in the Town of Thamesville, Kent County, a female youth was picked up by an unidentified male in a light blue or grey two-door vehicle. She was taken to a wooded area where she was sexually assaulted.  

On Saturday, June 7, 1997, at approximately 2:00 a.m., an adult female was picked up by an unidentified male while walking on Campbell Street in the City of Sarnia. The suspect, driving a red vehicle, drove the victim to a remote area nearby where she was sexually assaulted. The SPS initiated an investigation into the incident.

The fourth incident occurred at approximately 10:40 p.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 1997. A female youth was picked up along Grand Avenue West in the City of Chatham by an unidentified male driving a blue vehicle. The female was taken to Dover Township, Kent County, where she was sexually assaulted. The OPP launched an investigation into this case.

In all four cases, the assailant drove away after the assault, leaving each victim at the site of the attack. Following reports of the incidents to police from the victims, descriptions of the assailant were shared publicly to encourage tips.

Police believed that the same unknown offender was responsible for the four incidents. Over the years, two of the four incidents – the events from March and June 1997 – were linked to the same assailant using DNA analysis and investigative efforts. The cases were later transferred to the OPP. Despite extensive efforts and repeated public appeals, the identity of the assailant remained unknown for many years.

In January 2024, advancements in DNA technology, and resulting forensic analysis by the Centre of Forensic Sciences (CFS), linked the four assaults to the same individual. The OPP utilized Investigative Genetic Genealogy and employed other investigative techniques to identify the individual believed to be responsible.

On Sunday, October 26, 2025, with assistance from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Vancouver Police Department (VPD), the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) and the OPP Emergency Response Team, an arrest was made in Campbell River, British Columbia. The accused was transferred back to Ontario on Monday, October 27, 2025, to face charges.

As a result of the investigation, Jason Timothy DAVIDSON, 52 years old of Campbell River, British Columbia, was charged with the following offences contrary to the Criminal Code:

  • Aggravated sexual assault, s. 273(1)
  • Sexual assault, s. 271 – three counts
  • Sexual assault causing bodily harm, s. 272(c)
  • Sexual assault with a weapon, s. 272(a)
  • Kidnapping, s. 279 (1)(a)
  • Forcible confinement, s. 279(2) – four counts
  • Uttering threats, s. 264.1(1)(a) – three counts
  • Theft, s. 334 

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Chatham on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.

The investigation by the Lambton and Essex OPP Crime Unit remains ongoing, under the direction of the OPP CIB, in conjunction with the CFS, SPS, RCMP, VPD and Calgary Police Service.

As this is an ongoing investigation, we are releasing photos of the accused with this media release. Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes Norwich OPP Police Press Releases

Nicole Narine – Drunk Driving

(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 being called to a single vehicle rollover on Opmar Road.

On Tuesday October 28, 2025 at approximately 9:41 pm, officers were called to Opmar Road for a single vehicle rollover where the driver was trapped in their vehicle. The driver was transported to a local hospital for minor injuries and was arrested and charged with impaired driving related offences under the Criminal Code of Canada.

Nicole Narine, 22-year-old of Norwich was charged with:

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

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.

This is the seventh impaired driver the City of Kawartha Lakes OPP have arrested and charged in October, with the Blue Jays in the final games of the World Series officers are reminding drivers to find alternative ways home if they are consuming alcohol or drugs.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Fraud In Mount Forest – Sukhvinder SINGH Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Toronto resident has been charged with nine offences following an identity fraud attempt in Mount Forest.

On October 28th, 2025, at approximately 1:15 p.m., the Wellington County OPP, received a report from a local bank, suggesting the accused was attempting to use false documents to open a bank account.

As a result of the investigation, Sukhvinder SINGH, a 52-year-old from Toronto, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Fraud over $5,000
  • Personation with intent – intent to obtain property (identity theft)
  • Possession of a forged document with intent (four counts)
  • Obstruct a Peace Officer
  • Uttering forged passport
  • Possession of an identity document

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on December 5, 2025.

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Area OPP Meaford OPP Police Press Releases South Bruce Peninsula

Julie NAPPER Arrested Following Collision

(MEAFORD, ON) – An individual from South Bruce Peninsula is facing impaired driving and drug-related charges following a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 26 near the 6th Concession in the Municipality of Meaford.

On October 28, 2025, at approximately 6:53 p.m., the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision. A concerned citizen had called in a traffic complaint, reporting that a vehicle was swerving erratically before crashing into a telephone pole. The lone driver was not injured.

Julie NAPPER, 54-years-old, of South Bruce Peninsula, is charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – Drug
  • Possession of a Controlled Substance – Controlled Drugs and Substances Act

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on November 13, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring safety on Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are encouraged 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.

For more information on the consequences of impaired driving, visit: Ontario Ministry of Transportation – Impaired Driving

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Norfolk Norfolk OPP OPP Police Press Releases Simcoe

Joseph FISCHER Was Arrested Again #3Strikes

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following a counterfeit currency investigation in Simcoe.

On Monday, October 27, 2025, at approximately 3:59 p.m., the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an incident involving counterfeit money at a business on Robinson Street in Simcoe.

The investigation determined that a person entered the establishment and attempted to exchange a counterfeit bill for cash. After a brief interaction with an employee, the suspect left the scene on foot.

Officers located the individual a short distance away, near the intersection of Stanley Street and Kent Street, and took them into custody without incident.

As a result, 29-year-old Joseph FISCHER of Norfolk County was charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Uttering counterfeit money – utter,
  • Use, deals, acts on forged document,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order.

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

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Lucan OPP Police Press Releases

40 Year Old From Lucan Arrested – Details Released

(LUCAN BIDDULPH, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge after single vehicle collision.

On October 26, 2025, at 9:39 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to Coursey Line in Lucan Biddulph the report of a single vehicle collision.

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

As a result, Melissa ST. GERMAIN, a 40-year-old of Lucan, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – Alcohol

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

·      Careless driving

·      Fail to report accident

·      Fail to remain

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 November 27, 2025.

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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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases Port Stanley

Dominick MCFADDEN – Impaired Operation

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with impaired as a result of OPP RIDE Program.

On October 24, 2025, at 11:55 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were engaged in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Glendon Drive in the Municipality of Middlesex Centre.

A vehicle entered the RIDE program at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

As a result, Dominick MCFADDEN, a 20-year-old of Port Stanley, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Cannabis Control Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – drugs

·      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in London on November 27, 2025, to speak to the charges.

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 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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Havelock Northumerland OPP Oshawa Police Press Releases

Paul STEWART & Tui MCGREGOR – Impaired Driving

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals with impaired operation in unrelated incidents.

On October 26, 2025, at approximately 8:30 a.m., an OPP cruiser was traveling westbound on Highway 401 in the Township of Hamilton when it was passed by a passenger vehicle at a high rate of speed.

The vehicle was stopped, and after speaking with the driver, the officer began an impaired driving investigation. The individual was transported to a local detachment for further testing.

Paul STEWART (50), of Oshawa, has been charged with:

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

On October 26, 2025, shortly after 9:00 p.m., police responded to a report of a vehicle being driven without lights along County Road 50 in the Municipality of Trent Hills.

Officers located the vehicle and, after speaking with the driver, entered into an impaired driving investigation. The motorist was taken into custody and transported to a local detachment for further testing.

As a result, Tui MCGREGOR (47), of Havelock, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available

Both accused are due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg in December. A further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day vehicle impound was initiated 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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Haliburton OPP Police Press Releases

Connor DAVIES Was Arrested #3Strikes

(MUNICIPALITY OF DYSART ET AL, ON) – Members of the Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating three break and enters in Haliburton.

On September 14, 2025, Haliburton Highlands OPP were called for a break and enter that occurred at a restaurant on Highland Street in Haliburton. The accused had gained entry by forcing their way in through the front door, quickly stole a small amount of cash, and then fled the scene.

On October 21, 2025, officers responded to another business on Highland Street in Haliburton for the report of a break and enter. It was learned that the accused had gained entry to the business sometime overnight, between October 19into October 20, 2025. Cash and clothing were stolen from the business.

On October 22, 2025, the accused re-attended the same business on Highland Street where they again stole cash and property but had fled the scene prior to police arrival.   

As a result of the investigation, Connor DAVIES, a 29-year-old of Haliburton, stands to be charged with the following:

·        Break and enter and commit – three counts

·        Theft Under $5000 – three counts

An arrest warrant has been issued for the accused. If you have any information regarding his whereabouts, do not approach him. Call police immediately. Your co-operation is vital to ensuring public safety.

The investigation remains ongoing by members of the Haliburton Highlands OPP. 

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Jason LENGYEL – Operation While Impaired

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – Members of the Rainy River District Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one individual with impaired operation and refusal to comply with demand.

On Friday October 24, 2025, members of the Fort Frances Detachment of the OPP conducted a traffic stop after witnessing suspicious driving behaviour. The driver refused several times to provide a breath sample and was arrested.

Further investigation into the incident it was determined that the driver of the vehicle was impaired.

As a result, Jason LENGYEL, age 51, of Fort Frances has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand

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

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.