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Robert LEBRUN – Drunk Driving

(SELWYN Township, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired after a vehicle stop at a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program.

On Friday September 12, 2025, shortly after 8:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers were conducting RIDE in the area of Young’s Point Road and 12th Line. A vehicle entered the RIDE program, and the driver was spoken to by an officer. Upon speaking with the driver, the officer determined them to be under the influence of alcohol, and the individual was arrested. The accused was transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Robert LEBRUN (age 57) of Woodville, ON., was arrested and charged with;

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

• Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 14, 2025.

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.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Backhoe Used In Assault

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON)- The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested an individual after attending a Selwyn address in relation to a property dispute.

On Saturday August 30, 2025, at approximately 11:00am, members of the OPP Peterborough County Detachment were dispatched to a call where the complainant indicated an individual was operating a backhoe on their property without permission. Upon arrival, officers were informed that two individuals had been struck by the backhoe during the incident. 

After speaking with all parties involved, one individual was arrested.

David BAKER (age 59) of Selwyn, ON., was arrested and charged with:

• Assault with a weapon

• Dangerous operation

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 7, 2025.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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19 Year Old Facing Drunk Driving Charge

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after investigating a vehicle in the ditch call.

On Wednesday August 20, 2025, shortly after 5:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers received a call regarding a vehicle that had gone off the road on Birch Island Road and entered the ditch. 

Officers arrived on scene and observed the vehicle with the driver seated in the passenger seat. Officers spoke with the driver and determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The individual was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Sienna MAK (age 19) of Lakefield, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

• Fail to have insurance card

• Young driver – B.A.C. above zero

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on September 23, 2025.

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.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Bodies of 2 Recovered

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with EMS and Fire responded to a possible drowning at Burleigh Falls in Stony Lake.

On Sunday August 3, 2025, just prior to 5:00pm, Peterborough County Officers were dispatched to a report of two individuals that had gone missing in the water at Burleigh Falls. The individuals were reported to have been swimming in the area when one individual fell in from the shoreline and appeared to be in distress. Witnesses entered the water to assist resulting in a second individual also being reported as missing.

Officers along with Fire Rescue attended and conducted a search of the water as well as the surrounding area but were unsuccessful in locating them.

On Monday August 4, 2025, the OPP Underwater Search and Recovery Unit (USRU) aided in the recovery of the bodies of the two missing persons.

A 24-year-old male from Caledon and a 26-year-old male from Brampton were both pronounced as deceased.

The OPP is committed to boater education, marine patrol/law enforcement and saving lives on more than 110,000 square kilometres of Ontario waterways. With capsized vessels and falling overboard the top contributing factors in boating deaths every year, a significant number of lives stand to be saved if boaters, personal watercraft users and paddlers wore a lifejacket or personal floatation device (PFD).

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Another Fatal Collision


(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and emergency crews attended the scene of a serious single vehicle collision on Bensfort Road.

At approximately 2:45pm on Tuesday July 29, 2025, Peterborough County OPP officers along with Otonabee-South-Monaghan (OSM) Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were dispatched to a serious single vehicle collision on Bensfort Road south of Base Line. Officers arrived and observed a single vehicle in the ditch that had come in contact with the hydro pole resulting in hydro lines being downed. Hydro attended and dealt with the hydro wires allowing First Responders to access the vehicle.

As a result of the collision, the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle, a 66-year-old female from Peterborough was pronounced as deceased at the scene.

Bensfort Road remained closed for several hours while emergency crews dealt with the collision and officers trained in collision reconstruction measured and documented the scene.

Anyone who may have witnessed or has video/dash camera footage of the collision and has not spoken with police is asked to contact the Peterborough County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

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Jeremy MCMULLEN – Drunk Driving

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired after investigating a vehicle in a ditch call.

On Thursday June 26, 2025, just prior to 8:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers received a call regarding a vehicle that had been abandoned in a ditch on Tindle Bay Road.

Officers arrived on scene and observed the vehicle but there was no driver to be found. Officer’s made effort to contact the registered owner to ensure their well-being but were unsuccessful in reaching them. Officers went back to the vehicle only to have the driver return a short time later. Officers spoke with the driver and determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The individual was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Jeremy MCMULLEN (age 40) of Selwyn, ON., was arrested and charged with;

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

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on July 22, 2025.

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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Wyatt JANZEN – Hit & Run, Drunk Driving

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired after investigating a vehicle in a ditch call.

On Saturday June 14, 2025, at approximately 1:00am, Peterborough County OPP officers received a call regarding a vehicle that had gone off the road on Brick Road in Selwyn Township and landed in a ditch upside down.

Officers arrived on scene and observed a pickup truck on its roof in the ditch. An individual that was with the vehicle advised that the driver had gone to get tools to assist in removing the vehicle and a tow had been contacted as well.

Upon arrival of the tow, officers attended the residence of the registered owner and after speaking with them, determined them to be under the influence of alcohol. The individual was arrested and transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment for further testing.

Wyatt JANZEN (age 21) of Selwyn Township, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Fail to remain

·      Fail to report accident

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·      Drive motor vehicle no currently validated permit

·      No mudguards

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on July 15, 2025.

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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Drug Bust

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Peterborough County / Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) arrested an individual as a result of a drug trafficking investigation.

In April of 2025, the Peterborough / Northumberland CSCU along with Kawartha Lakes CSCU and the City of Kawartha Lakes Police, began an investigation into trafficking of Fentanyl and Cocaine.

On Thursday May 14, 2025, members of the Peterborough County/Northumberland CSCU located and arrested an individual in Selwyn Township related to the investigation.  

Christoff BROWN (age 29) of Pickering, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid

·      Fail to comply Release Order – Five counts

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

As a result of the arrest, the following items were seized;

·      280 grams Cocaine

·      56 grams Fentanyl

·      Two cell phones

At the time of the arrest, the accused was also wanted by the Toronto Police Service.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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2 Arrested Following Warrant Execution

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Peterborough County / Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) arrested an individual wanted on outstanding charges as well as a second person.

On Monday April 14, 2025, members of the Peterborough County/Northumberland CSCU executed a warrant at a residence in Bridgenorth where they had been made aware that a wanted person had been hiding. Upon execution of the warrant, the individual was located as well as 16 grams of Cocaine, digital scales, Canadian currency, and two saws believed to be stolen. The individual was also wanted for failing to comply with a release order as well as a surety revocation warrant.

Gerald ARCAND (age 58) of Bridgenorth, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

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

·      Fail to comply with release order – other than to attend court

A second warrant was executed during a traffic stop at which point a small amount of drugs were also located. The individual was also on a release with conditions that included to not associate with the first accused.

Julia MCGUGAN (age 49) of Bridgenorth, ON., was arrested and charged with;

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid

·      Failure to comply with Undertaking (two counts)

·      Driving while under suspension (two counts)

Both accused were held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

Police are looking to return the saws to their rightful owners. If you are the owner or know who they belong to, contact the Peterborough County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can also contact the Peterborough Northumberland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.stopcrimehere.ca

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Daniel DAVIS Was Arrested Again

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to a Selwyn Township address to investigate a Break and Enter which has resulted in one person being charged.

On Monday March 31, 2025, members of the Peterborough County OPP received a call from a property owner regarding a break and enter that occurred at a residence on Frederick Street in Selwyn Township. The complainant advised that at approximately 1:00am, they heard a noise in the house and went to see what it was. The complainant exited their bedroom and were met by individuals dressed all in black carrying a weapon. The suspects assaulted the complainant before exiting the house. The complainant followed and observed a vehicle waiting for them in the driveway. The suspects entered the vehicle which then left the scene.

On Monday April 7, 2025, members of the OPP Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad attended an address in the city of Peterborough where after a search of the residence, officers located and arrested one of the accused in this matter.

Daniel DAVIS, age 32 of Fenlon Falls, ON., was arrested and charged with;

  • Break and Enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence
  • Robbery with violence
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • Disguise with intent

The accused was held for Bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough.

Investigators are actively looking for information that may lead to the identification of the remaining suspect(s) involved in this case. Police urge the public to call in tips on this case, or others, to the Peterborough County OPP at (705)742-0401, the non-emergency line 1-888-310-1122 or to Crime Stoppers.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Caleb SEBBEN – Drunk Driving

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a single vehicle collision that led to the driver being charged with impaired.

On February 9, 2025, shortly after 11:00pm, Peterborough County OPP received a report of a vehicle that had been driving with no lights on, that had now gone off the road on Centre Line in Selwyn Township. A passerby approached the vehicle which was deep in the snow in the ditch facing the wrong direction of travel. Upon speaking to the driver, the passerby contacted the OPP.

Officers attended the scene and observed the vehicle facing north in the ditch adjacent to the southbound lane. The engine of the vehicle was on, and it appeared that the driver was attempting to drive out of the ditch. The officer made their way through waist high snow to the vehicle and made contact with the driver.

After speaking with the driver, the officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD) to which the driver complied. The test resulted in a FAIL reading and the driver was arrested.

Caleb SEBBEN (age 34) of Peterborough, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Drive without proper rear light – motor vehicle

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 March 11, 2025.

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.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Destiny MEAD – Drunk Driving

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a single vehicle collision that led to the driver being charged with impaired.

On January 14, 2025, shortly after 8:00pm, Peterborough County OPP received a report of a vehicle that had gone off the road at the intersection of 3rd Line and Fairbairn Street. The caller, who was also the driver, advised that their vehicle ended up in the ditch and was stuck.

Officers attended the scene and observed the vehicle to be well off the roadway in a field. Officers located the driver who was displaying signs of impairment and as a result was arrested. The driver was transported to the Peterborough County OPP detachment

Destiny MEAD (age 26) of Peterborough, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired

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

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 February 18, 2025.

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.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Driver On Shrooms Calls Cops, Gets Arrested

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with the first impaired driving charge in 2025.

On Wednesday January 1, 2025, shortly before 8:30am, a 911 call was received by an individual stating his friend was ‘overdosing on mushrooms’. During the call, the individual who was the driver of their vehicle, admitted to also having consumed ‘mushrooms’.

Officers arrived on scene to find EMS already there and assessing one person. Officers approached the driver of the vehicle and after a brief conversation with the driver, the officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a reading of ‘Fail’, at which point they were arrested.  

Kshitij RATHOUR (age 28) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on January 28, 2025.

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.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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39 Year Old Arrested At RIDE

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after stopping a vehicle that appeared to be avoiding a RIDE check.

On Monday December 23, 2024, just after 10:00pm, Peterborough County OPP officers were conducting R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) on Woodland Drive in Selwyn Township. Officers observed an approaching vehicle slow and then turn into a driveway. After a short time, the vehicle exited the driveway and began driving in the opposite direction without anyone being observed exiting the vehicle. Officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and spoke with the driver.

After a brief conversation with the driver, the officer determined they were under the influence of alcohol. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.  

Brian WALKER (age 39) of Peterborough, ON., was arrested and charged with:

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

·      Driving a motor vehicle with liquor readily available

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on January 28, 2025.

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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20 Year Old Arrested For Drunk Driving – Name Released

(SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving after receiving a complaint about a vehicle stopped on Chemong Road.

On Saturday December 14, 2024, the Peterborough County OPP received a call from a concerned motorist reporting that a vehicle was parked on the side of the road with the engine running and what appeared to be vomit on the driver’s side door. The caller reported that the driver also appeared to be sleeping in the vehicle.

Officers arrived on scene to find the driver asleep behind the wheel. Officers woke the individual and determined that they were under the influence of alcohol at which point they were arrested.

Jackson ENDICOTT (age 20) of Selwyn Township, ON., was arrested and charged with:

·      Operation while impaired

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

·      Young Driver – B.A.C. above zero

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days, and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on January 21, 2025.

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.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).