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Brandon SMITH – Drunk Driving

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Thames Centre resident charged with impaired operation in OPP RIDE Program.

On May 6, 2024, at 1:44 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police were engaged in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Hamilton Road in Thames Centre.

A vehicle attempted to elude the program at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Brandon SMITH, a 31-year-old of Thames Centre, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

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 July 11, 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.

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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12 Dogs Seized – 63 Year Old Arrested

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – One person is facing charges following an investigation into reports of aggressive dogs at a residence in Thames Centre.

On May 4th, 2024, at approximately 4:10 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Middlesex County Crime Unit, OPP K9 and the OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), executed a search warrant at an address on Marion Street in Thames Centre due to public safety concerns.

12 dogs were located and seized from the property with the assistance of a local kennel.

There were no reported injuries.

A 63-year-old Thames Centre resident has been charged under the Dog Owners Liability Act with:

·      Owner of Dog – Fail to exercise reasonable precautions to prevent dog behaving in menacing manner.

·      Owner of dog – Fail to prevent biting or attacking a person or domestic animal.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Provincial Offences Court to speak to the charges on June 17, 2024.

The investigation is continuing.

If you have any information that can 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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Fatal Collision

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Atwo vehicle collision on Highway 401 in the Westbound lanes in Thames Centre leaves one involved occupant deceased.

On April 26, 2024, at 2:15 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford County OPP, Middlesex-London Paramedic Service and local Fire, were dispatched to the westbound lanes of Highway 401 between Culloden and Putnam Roads in Thames Centre, for the report of a serious collision involving two vehicles.

One individual, a 24-year-old of London, was pronounced deceased at scene as a result of the collision.

The driver of the second vehicle was transported to hospital as a precaution.

The OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) team attended the scene to assist with the investigation.

The roadway was closed for the investigation between Culloden Road in Oxford County and Putnam Road in Middlesex County for six hours.

If you have any information that may be helpful, please call the Middlesex OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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William CAMERON – Hit & Run, Impaired Driving

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

On April 19, 2024, at 5:27 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Thorndale Road in Thames Centre, for the report of a single vehicle that left the roadway and entered the ditch.

The driver fled the scene, however, was located a short distance from the collision scene.

The driver was placed under arrest without incident.

As a result, William CAMERON, a 29-year-old of Brantford, has been charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, Liquor Licence Control Act and Cannabis Control Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Dangerous operation

·      Fail to remain

·      Driving motor vehicle with unsealed container of liquor

·      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 to speak to the charges on June 17, 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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Jonathan LAPIER Arrested – Details Released

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system assists officer in stopping and charging a driver from London.

On March 31, 2024, at 2:22 p.m., a Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) member, while on general patrol on Elginfield Road in Thames Centre, was alerted by the Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system, of a possible suspended driver.

A traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver was suspended and was placed under arrest without incident.

As a result, Jonathan LAPIER, a 50-year-old of London, has been charged under Criminal Code, the Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

  • Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court (two counts)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Fail to surrender insurance card

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on May 22, 2024, to speak to the charges. 

The In Car Camera and ALPR have been operating in Middlesex County OPP vehicles since March 13, 2023. Middlesex OPP officers continue to see drivers operating vehicles that do not have valid, registered licence plates, are currently driving unlicenced, while under suspension or prohibited.

Although vehicle owners are not required to purchase a validation sticker for their vehicle, licence plates are still required to be renewed annually or bi-annually. The Middlesex OPP wants you to know that driving a vehicle with expired validation carries a set fine of $110.

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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Devinder DHALIWAL Arrested – Details Released

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver from Illinois charged with stunt driving on Highway 401 in Thames Centre.

On April 1, 2024, at 9:29 p.m., a member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Highway Safety Division (HSD) while on general patrol, observed a vehicle on Highway 401 in the Eastbound lanes in Thames Centre, travelling in excess of 50km/h over the posted 100 km/h speed limit.

A traffic stop was initiated.

As a result, Devinder DHALIWAL, a 45-year-old of Plainfield, Illinois, United States of America, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt – Excessive Speed

·      Driving while under suspension

The driver’s licence has been suspended for 30 days and the vehicle has been impounded for 45 days.

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 June 18, 2024.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

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21 Year Old From Crediton Arrested After Rolling Vehicle

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

On March 17, 2024, at 3:15 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Harris Street in Thames Centre, for the report of a single vehicle that left the roadway, entered the ditch and rolled.

The driver fled the scene, however, was located a short distance from the collision scene.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest.

As a result, Nicholas CLARE, a 21-year-old of Crediton, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Dangerous operation

·      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 April 29, 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. 

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HARRIS Arrested For Drunk Driving

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – On March 15, 2024, at 1:45 p.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol, observed a suspicious vehicle travelling on Hamilton Road in Thames Centre.

A traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Fatima HARRIS, a 49-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

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 May 14, 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.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

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Reyna HUELO PORTILLO – Drunk Driving

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver in Thames Centre facing Impaired driving charge after failing roadside demand.

On February 27, 2024, at 7:55 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol on Dorchester Road in Thames Centre, performed a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol.

As a result, a 27-year-old of Dorchester, was issued a 3-day driver’s license suspension for registering an Alert on the roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD).

A secondary driver attended the scene to assist, at which time it was determined that individual had previously consumed alcohol. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized. The driver was arrested and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Reyna HUELO PORTILLO, a 27-year-old of Dorchester, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

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 April 30, 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.

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.