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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford Woodstock

Kevin FAUBERT – Drunk Driving

 (SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – Members from the Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), arrested an impaired driver thanks to a concerned citizen reporting a traffic complaint.

On February 15, 2026, at approximately 12:20 a.m., Oxford OPP responded to a traffic complaint in the east-bound lanes of Highway 401, in South-West Oxford Township.

As a result of the investigation, Kevin FAUBERT, a 43-year-old resident of Woodstock, was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on March 31, 2026.

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London OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford

Meredith VINE – Drunk Driving

 (SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – A driver is facing multiple charges after a two-vehicle collision on Highway 401 in Oxford County.

At approximately 2:00 a.m., on February 8, 2026, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford detachment, were called to a two-vehicle collision on the Highway 401 overpass, in Woodstock.

As a result of the investigation, Meredith VINE, a 34-year-old resident of London, was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice, in Woodstock, on April 7, 2026.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford

Jordan TEED – Impaired Driving

(SOUTH WEST OXFORD, ON) – An individual from Woodstock is facing impaired driving related charges following a collision.

On January 3, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m., members of the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a report of a collision at the intersection of Foldens Line and Clarke Road, in the Township of South West Oxford. It was reported that two vehicles had collided, where one failed to remain on scene.

Police subsequently located the vehicle on Clarke Road. There were no reported injuries because of the collision.

Jordan TEED, 33-years-old, of Woodstock, is charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and drugs

·      Dangerous Operation

·      Fail to remain

·      Follow too closely

·      Disobey stop sign – Fail to stop

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-Day Vehicle Impound was initiated as per statute.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on March 7, 2026.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged 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.

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Brant OPP Southwest Oxford

Samuel Strome – Drunk Driving

(SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – An individual from Brant County is facing impaired driving related charges after police received a traffic complaint regarding a possible impaired driver.

On December 7, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m., the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driving, on Highway 401 near the City of Woodstock, in the Township of South-West Oxford. Officers patrolled and subsequently located the vehicle.

Samuel Strome, 19-years-old, of Brant County, is charged with:

·      Operation While Impaired – Alcohol

·      Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on January 27, 2026. 

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged 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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford Tillsonburg

James Claringbold Arrested Following Collision

(SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – An individual from Tillsonburg is facing impaired driving related charges after a single vehicle collision on Plank Line.

On November 29, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., members of the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a report of a single vehicle collision that had occurred on Plank Line near Ostrander, in the Township of South-West Oxford. There were no reported injuries because of the collision.  

James Claringbold, 59-years-old, of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

·      Dangerous Operation

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on January 20, 2025.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged 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.

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London OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford

Don Thomas – Drunk Driving

(SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – An individual from the City of London is facing a impaired driving charge following a traffic complaint.

On November 8, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m., the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a report of a possible impaired driver, on Plank Line, in the Township of South-West Oxford. Officers patrolled and subsequently located the vehicle.

Don Thomas, 26-years-old, of the City of London, has been charged with:

·      Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on December 16, 2026.

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Norwich OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford

Steve Moniz – Drunk Driving

(TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – An individual from the Norwich Township is facing impaired driving related charges after police received a traffic complaint regarding a possible impaired driver.

On September 20, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driving, near Broadway Road and Quarter Town Line, in the Town of Tillsonburg. Officers subsequently located the vehicle in the same area.

Steve Moniz, 54-years-old, of Norwich Township, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

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

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

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged 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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford Tillsonburg

Heather Elliot Arrested Following Collision

(TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – An individual from the Tillsonburg is facing impaired driving related charges after a single vehicle collision on Pressey Road.

On September 19, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a report of a single vehicle collision that had occurred on Pressey Road, in the Township of South-West Oxford.

Heather Elliot, 38-years-old, of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

·      Dangerous Operation

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

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

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged 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.

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London Southwest Oxford

Leighton PARKER – Was Arrested

(SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment detected an impaired driver while on general patrol.

On September 10, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., members of Oxford OPP initiated a traffic stop while on general patrol on Pressey Road in the Township of South-West Oxford.

As a result of the investigation, Leighton PARKER, a 36-year-old resident of London, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Drive While Under Suspension
  • Novice Driver BAC above 0

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on October 21, 2025.

Police want to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs is safe to consume prior to operating a vehicle.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford

Remains Of Human Found

(SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) -The Oxford Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating the discovery of human remains in South-West Oxford Township.

On Monday, September 1, 2025, at approximately 2:45 p.m., officers responded to a report of suspected human remains found on a property on Beachville Road. Upon investigation, the remains were confirmed to be human.

Preliminary information suggests that there are no signs of a broader threat. Police continue to investigate and are monitoring the situation. Residents in the area can expect to see an increased police presence.

This investigation is being conducted by the Oxford OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Assistance is being provided by OPP Forensic Identification Services.

The investigation is in its early stages and more information will be released when available.

Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact the Oxford OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford

18 Year Old Drunk Driver Arrested – BLACK

 (SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment detected an impaired driver while out on general patrol.

On August 12, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., members of Oxford OPP initiated a traffic stop while on general patrol on Plank Line.

As a result of the investigation, Dylen BLACK, an 18-year-old resident of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Dangerous Operation

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on September 23, 2025.

No amount of alcohol or drugs is safe to consume prior to operating a vehicle.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford

Gurdev DHILLON Was Arrested

 (SOUTH-WEST OXFORD,  ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment responded to a traffic complaint of a suspected impaired driver in the Township of South-West Oxford.

On August 3, 2025, at approximately 7:15 p.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Plank Line.

As a result of the investigation, Gurdev DHILLON, a 64-year-old resident of Brampton, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Failure to Comply with a Demand
  • Dangerous Operation

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on September 23, 2025.

Calling 911 for suspected impaired drivers can save lives. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911.

Oxford OPP is extremely grateful to the members of the community who call in suspected impaired drivers.

Together we can help keep our roadways safe.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford

Charlene WEBBER – Impaired Driving, Weapons

(SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment responded to a single vehicle collision, resulting in one person being charged with multiple charges.

On July 29, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., while on general patrol, members of Oxford OPP came across a collision on Plank Line in the Township of South-West Oxford.

As a result of the investigation, Charlene WEBBER, a 46-year-old resident of Woodstock, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose (two counts)

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on September 2, 2025.

Police encourage anyone who comes across a suspicious vehicle to call police. Your call could help prevent a crime or save a life.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford

Daniel LAWLER – Impaired Driving

 (SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment responded to a single vehicle collision, resulting in one person being charged with impaired driving.

On June 27, 2025, at approximately 8:45 p.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a collision on Sweaburg Road in South-West Oxford Township.

Three occupants were in the vehicle. No injuries were reported.

As a result of the investigation, Daniel LAWLER, a 31-year-old resident of the Town of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Dangerous Operation

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on August 5, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Southwest Oxford

Dean Bottschen – Drunk Driving

(SOUTHWEST OXFORD, ON) – An individual from the Township of Southwest Oxford is facing impaired driving related charges following a collision.

On April 28, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Plank Line, in the Township of Southwest Oxford.

Dean Bottschen, 53-years-old, of the Township of Southwest Oxford, has been charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

·      Operation while Impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

There were no reported injuries from the collision.

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on June 17, 2025.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged 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.