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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Middlesex

John BOUGHNER Tasered By Police While Running Away

(SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX, ON) – Middlesex County OPP officers used a Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) to assist with arresting an individual with a weapon.

On March 5, 2024, at 11:36 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), OPP Canine, and OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), were dispatched to an address in Newbury, Municipality of Southwest Middlesex for the report of a disturbance.

As police arrived on scene, an individual was observed running from the property with an edged weapon in their hand.

Officers deployed a Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) to assist in effecting an arrest.

The individual was transported to hospital as a precaution. Officers were uninjured.

As a result, John BOUGHNER, a 39-year-old of Southwest Middlesex, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on May 6, 2024.

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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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Middlesex

Gryffyn JOHNS – Drunk Driving

(SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX, ON) – Driver charged with Impaired after vehicle leaves roadway and enters ditch.

On February 22, 2024, at 10:05 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Main Street in Glencoe, Southwest Middlesex, for the report of a single vehicle that left the roadway and entered the ditch.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest without incident.

As a result, Gryffyn JOHNS, an 18-year-old of Port Franks, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

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 March 26, 2024.

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.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached 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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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Middlesex

Another Spousal Assault

(SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX, ON) – On February 21, 2024, at 8:09 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to an address in Southwest Middlesex, for the report of a historical assault.

As a result of the investigation, a 54-year-old of Middlesex County, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Assault – Spousal (two counts)

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date to speak to the charges.

Victims of domestic violence are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Middlesex-London.

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.