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Brant Police Press Releases Port Dover

Mykel STEEVES – Drunk Driving

(BRANT, ON) – A driver is facing impaired charges after police were called to a single motor vehicle collision.

On Sunday, February 1, 2026, at approximately 5:49 a.m., Brant County OPP were called to Maple Avenue North between Third Concession Road and Second Concession Road to investigate a single motor vehicle collision in the County of Brant.

Police charged 37-year-old, Mykel STEEVES of Port Dover with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration Over 80

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of Justice in Brantford on February 13th, 2026.

The OPP continues to prioritize road safety through proactive enforcement and public education. Impaired driving-whether by alcohol or drugs-remains one of the leading causes of serious collisions and fatalities on Ontario roadways.

Anyone who suspects impaired driving is urged to call 9-1-1 immediately. Your actions could save lives.

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OPP Police Press Releases Port Dover

Pervert Alert – Bradley KOOPMAN Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged following police receiving a report of indecent exposure. 

On December 27, 2025, members of the Norfolk detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) launched an investigation relating to an indecent exposure complaint at a business in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

Bradley KOOPMAN, 24-years-old of Port Dover has been charged with the following offence:

  • Indecent Act in a Public Place

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on February 10, 2026.

Investigators are requesting anyone that may have fallen victim to this or has any information related to this ongoing investigation, to contact the Norfolk County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Port Dover

Heroes Save Life

(PORT DOVER, ON) – A swimmer has been rescued from Lake Erie thanks to the quick-thinking actions of a 12-year-old family member and a nearby bystander.

On Saturday July 5, 2025, at approximately 4:40 p.m., members of the Norfolk Detachment of Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), OPP Marine Unit, and Norfolk County Paramedic Services responded to a report of a 65-year-old male who had experienced a medical episode while swimming at Port Dover Beach.

Upon recognizing signs of distress, the swimmer’s 12-year-old family member pulled the individual back to shore. Once on land, a nearby bystander performed CPR, successfully reviving the individual. The Norfolk County Paramedic Services transported the swimmer to the hospital, where no serious injuries were reported.

Norfolk OPP commends the swift and courageous actions of both the young rescuer and bystander. The OPP reminds the public to remain vigilant when swimming. Swimmers are strongly encouraged to wear personal flotation devices (PFDs), swim with a companion, and when possible, choose locations supervised by trained lifeguards.