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London OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Robert Gratton Facing Numerous Charges

(TILLSONBURG, ON) – An individual from London is facing multiple charges stemming from a report of a stolen vehicle, that was recovered in Norfolk County.

On October 15, 2025, at approximately 12:00 a.m., members of the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to Broadway Road in the Town of Tillsonburg to a report of a stolen vehicle. Police later received a report of a vehicle that matched the description driving erratically.

The vehicle was located Brant County near Maple Grove and Highway 24, where Brant OPP detachment members attempted to stop the vehicle, however the vehicle fled and failed to stop.

The vehicle was later located on McDowell Road in Simcoe. Norfolk OPP detachment members, with the assistance of the vehicles telematics system, were able to safely stop the vehicle. The driver was subsequently taken into custody.

Robert Gratton, 50-years-old, of London, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while Impaired – Drugs

·      Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Dangerous Operation

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·      Flight from peace officer

·      Theft of motor vehicle

·      Possession Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

Also seized was approximately 3 grams of suspected Methamphetamine.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) was initiated as per statute.

The accused was held for a bail hearing and has since been remanded into custody.

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 Tillsonburg

OPP Claim Assaulted During Arrest – No Injuries #FilmThePolice #FTP

(TILLSONBURG, ON) – The Oxford Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual with multiple offences after being dispatched to a disturbance at an address in the Town of Tillsonburg.

On October 11, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., members of the Oxford OPP detachment were dispatched to a disturbance at an address of Trailview Drive, in the Town of Tillsonburg.

Officers attended and formed grounds to arrest the subject of the complaint. While being arrested, the accused assaulted multiple OPP officers. The officers did not sustain injuries. There were no other injuries reported.

Landon Duckworth, 23-years-old, of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:

  • Assault a Peace Officer
  • Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm
  • Mischief under $5,000
  • Being intoxicated in public place

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on November 18, 2025.

If you have any information that can assist with the investigation, please contact Oxford OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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OPP Oxford Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Matthijs HEERSCHAP Was Arrested

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – One person has been charged, and police continue to search for three others in connection with a dangerous driving incident in Tillsonburg.

On Monday, October 13, 2025, at approximately 4:43 p.m., the Oxford Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to multiple 9-1-1 calls reporting a group of individuals operating dirt bikes dangerously near Concession Street East and King Street in Tillsonburg.

Officers later located the group of dirt bikers near Hardy Avenue in Tillsonburg, where one individual was taken into custody without incident. The remaining three fled the area.

As a result, 18-year-old Matthijs HEERSCHAP of Oxford County was charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Dangerous operation,
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt,
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.

Police continue to investigate as efforts to identify the remaining three individuals are ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact the Oxford OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous online tip at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

“Incidents like this pose a serious risk to both motorists and pedestrians. The OPP extends its gratitude to members of the public whose assistance contributed to the arrest. By working together, we can help ensure our communities remain safe and secure for everyone.” – Provincial Constable Andrew Gamble, Community Engagement Officer, Norfolk County OPP.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Jagpreet Mann Was Arrested

(TILLSONBURG, ON) – An individual from the Tillsonburg is facing impaired driving related charges after police received a traffic complaint regarding a possible impaired driver.

On October 5, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driving, near Trillium Drive in the Town of Tillsonburg. Officers patrolled and subsequently located the vehicle.

Jagpreet Mann, 40-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 November 25, 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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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Zachary Shaw Arrested Again & Facing Numerous Charges #3Strikes

(TILLSONBURG ON) – An individual from the Norfolk County is facing multiple charges after police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle while on general patrol.

On September 27, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were conducting general patrol on Broadway Road, in the Town of Tillsonburg. Oxford OPP officers subsequently conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle.

Officers further conducted a search of the vehicle which resulted in the seizure of suspected cocaine and stolen property.

Zachary Shaw, 48-years-old, of Norfolk County, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while Impaired – Drug

·      Obstruct peace officer

·      Theft under $5000 – Shoplifting (Two counts)

·      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada

·      Fail to comply with Probation order (Two counts)

·      Possession of a schedule I substance – Cocaine

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Fail to surrender insurance card

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

The accused was held for a bail hearing and has since been released from custody. The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on a later date.

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OPP Tillsonburg

18 Year Old Arrested For Drunk Driving

(TILLSONBURG, ON) – An individual from Tillsonburg is facing impaired driving-related charges stemming from a traffic complaint from a member of the public.

On September 26, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., members of the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were dispatched to Pressey Road in the Township of South-West Oxford to a vehicle that was reported driving erratically.

Officers located the vehicle in the Town of Tillsonburg on Baldwin Street and conducted a traffic stop.

Joshua Dzinja, 18-years-old, of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:  

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol

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

·      Dangerous Operation

·      Driving while under suspension

·      Driving motor vehicle with unsealed container of liquor

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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Delhi OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

19 Year Old Arrested After Drinking

 (TILLSONBURG, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment responded to a traffic complaint, which resulted in several impaired driving related charges.

On September 14, 2025, at approximately 11:20 p.m., members of Oxford OPP responded to a traffic complaint on Lisgar Avenue in the Town of Tillsonburg.

As a result of the investigation, Joshua BANMAN, a 19-year-old resident of Delhi, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Operate a Vehicle with an Open Container of Liquor
  • 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 November 4, 2025.

Reporting suspected impaired driving helps to keep us all safe.

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Norwich OPP Oxford Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Isaak BUECKERT – Impaired Driving

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

On September 13, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., members of Oxford OPP initiated a traffic stop while on general patrol on Simcoe Street in the Township of Norwich.

As a result of the investigation, Isaak BUECKERT, a 39-year-old resident of Tillsonburg, has been 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 October 28, 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 Tillsonburg

Victim Sends Scammer $1000 For A Job (Hand or Blow?)

(TILLSONBURG, ON) – The Oxford detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating an online fraud, in the Town of Tillsonburg.

On September 12, 2025, at approximately 11:00 a.m., members of the Oxford OPP received a report from a member of the public that they were defrauded through an online job advertisement.

The victim reports learning about a work from home job opportunity through an advertisement on social media. The victim responded to the advertisement and communicated through a texting app, as requested by the suspected scammer.

After communicating for a couple of days, and sending a couple of e-transfers, amounting to just under $1000, the victim contacted police, suspecting a scam.

The investigation is ongoing.

Police want to remind the public to be careful sending money for anything they find online. There are reputable people and companies that use social media appropriately, but there also ones that try to take advantage of people.

If you think you have been a victim of fraud, please reach out to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Jonathan WALL – Impaired Driving

 (TILLSONBURG, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment arrested an impaired All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) operator, while on general patrol.

On August 25, 2025, at approximately 9:45 p.m., members of Oxford OPP initiated a traffic stop on Lisgar Avenue in the Town of Tillsonburg.

As a result of the investigation, Jonathan WALL, a 23-year-old resident of Tillsonburg, has been 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 October 14, 2025.

Impaired driving means operating any vehicle while your ability to do so has been compromised by consuming alcohol, drugs or a combination. Impaired driving laws also apply to those operating boats, snowmobiles, off-road vehicles, aircraft and railway equipment.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Jeremy OVERBEEK – Drunk Driving

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

On August 24, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., members of Oxford OPP initiated a traffic stop on Concession Street in the Town of Tillsonburg.

As a result of the investigation, Jeremy OVERBEEK, a 24-year-old resident 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 October 7, 2025.

No amount of alcohol or drugs is safe to consume prior to operating a vehicle. Drive Smart, Drive Safe, Drive Sober.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Joseph KNELSEN Facing Numerous Charges

 (TILLSONBURG, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment responded to a suspected impaired driver after an officer detected concerning driving behaviour, while on foot patrol, in the Town of Tillsonburg.

On August 10, 2025, at approximately 9:40 p.m., members of Oxford OPP identified a suspected impaired driver on Bloomer Street in the Town of Tillsonburg.

As a result of the investigation, Joseph KNELSEN, a 22-year-old resident of Port Rowan, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  • Fail to Stop for Red Light
  • Having Care or Control of a Motor Vehicle with Liquor Readily Available
  • Having Care or Control of a Motor Vehicle with Cannabis Readily Available
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – No Mudguards
  • Fail to Properly Wear Seatbelt

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on October 7, 2025.

Driving while intoxicated not only impacts your life, but it can also impact the lives of everyone around you. Drive smart, drive safe, drive sober.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

Anthony WALL – Drunk Driving

 (TILLSONBURG, 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 charges.

On August 8, 2025, at approximately 6:50 p.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a collision on Vienna Road, just south of Highway 3, in the Town of Tillsonburg.

As a result of the investigation, Anthony WALL, a 30-year-old resident 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 September 2, 2025.

Driving while intoxicated not only impacts your life, but it can also impact the lives of everyone around you. Drive smart, drive safe, drive sober.

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OPP Police Press Releases Tillsonburg

20 Year Old Arrested – Details Released

 (TILLSONBURG, 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 26, 2025, at approximately 7:00 a.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a collision at the intersection of Oxford Street and Tillson Avenue.

As a result of the investigation, Luke DEMAITER, a 20-year-old resident of Tillsonburg, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Young Driver BAC Above 0
  • Mischief

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on September 9, 2025.