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Kyle MILLER Was Arrested

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges following reports of a disturbance at a hospital.

On December 3, 2024, shortly after 3:00 p.m., police responded to a complaint regarding an individual causing a disturbance and damaging equipment in the emergency department.

Police shortly arrived at the location and took one person into custody.

Kyle MILLER, 33-years-old, from the Municipality of Trent Hills, has been charged with:

–       Mischief endangering life

–       Common nuisance – endanger life

–       Causing a disturbance

–       Mischief under $5,000

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

Northumberland OPP want to emphasize the importance of maintaining a safe and respectful environment within healthcare facilities. Emergency departments play a critical role in saving lives, and any behavior that disrupts their operations is taken very seriously.

The Northumberland OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about persons repeatedly driving while impaired and want to remain anonymous, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Jennifer BRIDGES – Trafficking

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges after the execution of a warrant.

On November 20, 2024, officers from the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), executed a warrant at a location on County Road 25 in the Municipality of Trent Hills. As a result, a camper trailer which was stolen from Bancroft has been recovered. Also seized was approximately 16 grams of suspected Methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $600.

Jennifer BRIDGES, 43-years-old, from the Municipality of Trent Hills, was arrested and charged with:

–       Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

–       Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

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Mitchell DUNHAM – Indecent Act

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged and individual for an indecent act.

On November 5, 2024, at approximately 2:50 p.m., officers received a report of an individual exposing himself while in a vehicle in the parking lot of a commercial premises on Canrobert Street. The accused had left the area in a pick-up truck prior to the arrival of police.

Police investigated the incident and as a result, Mitchell DUNHAM, 28-years-old, from Campbellford, has been arrested and charged with:

  • Indecent act – public place.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

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18 Year Old Dead – 62 Year Old Arrested

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver following a two-vehicle collision in the Municipality of Trent Hills.

On August 8, 2024, at approximately 6:45 p.m., Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Municipality of Trent Hills Fire Department and OPP responded to a report of a collision involving a pick-up truck and a motorcycle in the area of County Road 45 and Broadworth Road.

The 18-year-old motorcycle rider from Hastings was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased. There were no reported injuries to the driver of the other vehicle.

OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) members and the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario attended the scene to assist with the investigation.

As a result, A 62-year-old, male from Roseneath, has been charged with:

–       Careless driving causing death.

The individual is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

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David MUNFORD Was Arrested Again

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with multiple offences including drug trafficking.

On November 1, 2024, at approximately 8:00 a.m., the Municipality of Hills Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and police responded to a report of a passenger vehicle in the ditch on 12th Line East. Officers arrived on the scene and the motorist was being assessed by EMS for minor injuries. There were no other persons involved and the passenger had minimal damage.

Through investigation, the driver was found to be suspended from driving and warrants existed for their arrest. An unsealed container of liquor was observed in the vehicle and a search revealed 7.5 grams of Cocaine with a street value of approximately $670. Small plastic bags, a scale and $1385 in Canadian currency were also located and seized.

As a result, David MUNFORD, 42-years-old, from Campbellford, was arrested and charged with:

–       Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

–       Fail to comply with probation order

–       Driving while under suspension

–       Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. A local municipal police service attended a Northumberland Detachment location to continue their investigation.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-8477.

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Taylor WATMAN – Drunk Driving

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation and stunt driving.

On October 24, 2024, at approximately 7:25 p.m., police responded to a report of a motorist engaging in stunt driving at a car park in the area of Percy Boom Road and County Road 30 in the Municipality of Trent Hills.

Officers responded to the location and the subject of the complaint was no longer present. Through investigative avenues, OPP located the passenger vehicle described by the caller at a nearby residence. Upon speaking with the driver, police entered into an impaired operation investigation. The individual was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

As a result, Taylor WATMAN (age 26), from Port Hope, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

–      Dangerous operation

–      Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt.

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 14-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Aaron PILKEY – Armed Robbery

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a robbery in Trent Hills.

On October 18, 2024, at approximately 9:45 p.m., police were dispatched to a residence on Church Lane in Hastings for a robbery which had just occurred. The suspects had left in a black SUV however were not sighted in the area by officers. Members of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) were also dispatched to assist however the suspects fled in a black SUV prior to the arrival of police.

The preliminary investigation revealed that three males had assaulted and threatened a resident. A mobile phone was taken during the incident and a firearm is also believed to have been brandished during the altercation.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were not required for the victim.

On October 21, 2024, police arrested one of the individuals sought in connection with the incident.

Aaron PILKEY, 32-years-old, from Bancroft, has been charged with:

–      Assault with a weapon

–      Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose

–      Robbery using a firearm

–      Unauthorised possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm

–      Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm

–      Uttering threats – damage property.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

Officers are following a line of enquiry and are seeking the whereabouts of the remaining individuals involved. Police have prior released an image of one of those persons.

The investigation is ongoing and assisted by the Northumberland OPP Crime Unit. If you have any information in relation to this incident, please contact Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Ref: E241400241

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Katherine MCNEIL – Theft

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – Members the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a person following an incident of theft.

On September 21, 2024, at approximately 11:55 a.m., police received a report in relation to theft of items from a business on Front Street in Campbellford.

As a result of investigative avenues and assistance from the public, an individual has identified been arrested.

Katherine MCNEIL (age 37) from Peterborough, has been charged with:

–      Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

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Fatal Collision

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a two-vehicle collision in the Municipality of Trent Hills.

On October 20, 2024, at approximately 12:05 a.m., Emergency Medical Services (EMS), the Municipality of Trent Hills Fire Department and OPP responded to a report of a collision involving two passenger vehicles on County Road 25, south of County Road 35.

A 41-year-old male driver, from the Township of Douro-Dummer was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the second vehicle, a 32-year-old female, from Oshawa, was transported to a local hospital where she was pronounced deceased. There were no other persons involved in the collision.

The Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario was notified and attended the scene.

County Road 25 is closed in the area and diversions are in place at County Road 35 and Concession Road and the OPP Technical Collision Investigation (TCI) members will be attending to assist with the investigation.

Northumberland OPP are asking anyone who may have witnessed, has video/dash cam footage or information relating to the collision and has not yet spoken with police, to contact the Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

This investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided when available.

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Kevin BAIRD Facing Numerous Charges

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested an individual for impaired operation on a waterway.

On September 22, 2024, officers were conducting marine patrol duties on the Trent River, a portion of the Trent Severn Waterway system. At approximately 4:00 p.m., police spoke with the occupants of a 17-foot metal hulled boat which was underway north of Hickory Island, Trent Hills.

There were four occupants on board and officers observed a quantity of unsealed cans of liquor. Police conducted safety checks and the operator at the helm was unable to produce a buoyant heaving line or an operable waterproof flashlight. There were no lifejackets on the vessel.

Upon speaking with the operator, OPP were led into an impaired operation investigation. An Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand was made which was complied with by the individual. As a result, the accused was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Remaining passengers were provided with personal flotation devices and brought to shore by an operator who had a valid pleasure craft operator card.

Kevin BAIRD, 28-years-old, has been charged with:

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

–      Operating boat underway with unsealed container of liquid

–      Operating non-human powered pleasure craft without prescribed vessel safety equipment on board

–      Permitting person to operate non-human powered pleasure craft without personal flotation device or lifejacket of appropriate size for each person.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date and was served with a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS) in accordance with the Ministry of Transportation guidelines.

Educating the public about safe driving, boating and ORV practices with our community safety partners is a priority, if you see a possible impaired operator on our roadways, waterways or trails please “Make the Call” and dial 911 as impaired driving never ends well, please make a plan to get home safely.

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Sabrina WILSON – Assault, Threats

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested an individual for assault peace officer, after refusing to leave a commercial premises.

On August 8, 2024, at approximately 6:50 p.m., police responded to a complaint regarding an unwanted person at an address on Grand Road in Campbellford. Staff reported a disturbance involving an assault and the person making threatening remarks.

Police arrived at the location and the person refused to leave when directed. The accused then attempted to throw an item at police and proceed to spit at an officer during arrest. There were no injuries reported.

Sabrina WILSON, 23-years-old, from Ottawa, has been charged with:

–      Assault peace officer

–      Assault

–      Uttering threats

–      Fail to leave premises when directed.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

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Gregory COMTOIS – Impaired Driving

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – Officers the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a person with impaired operation.

On July 27, 2024, at approximately 7:25 p.m., a member of the public reported a single-vehicle collision where a pick-up truck had rolled on 10th Line West in the Municipality of Trent Hills. The driver had exited the vehicle and was walking away from the location.

Police located the individual nearby and injuries were described as minor. There were no passengers. During the investigation, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol. The accused was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Gregory COMTOIS, 40-years-old, from Trent Hills, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

A further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute. 

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Hayden FOWLER Was Arrested

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made an arrest in relation to a vehicle theft investigation.

On March 23, 2024, shortly after 5:40 p.m., police received a report from a caller that their vehicle had been stolen from a location on Bridge Street West in Campbellford. Police began an investigation into the incident.

On May 9, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m., officers were on patrol on Grand Street in Campbellford when they observed a person sought as a result of the investigation.

Hayden FOWLER, 20-years-old, from Campbellford, has been arrested and charged with:

–      Theft of a Motor Vehicle

–      Driving While Under Suspension.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

Residents are reminded to always lock their vehicles and take keys with them. Anyone with information regarding this, or any criminal activity, is asked to contact the Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers on 1-800-222-8477.

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Allan KERR Arrested For Sexual Assault In the Early 1970’s

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Unit has charged an individual in relation to a historical sexual offence.

The investigation began on February 2, 2024, after the victim reported the incident to police.

The incident is reported to have occurred between 1972 and 1975 while the victim was in the care of a group home and placed to live in the care of the accused. The victim was under 14-years-old at the time.

As a result of the investigation, on May 6, 2024, Allan KERR, 75-years-old, of the Municipality of Trent Hills, was arrested and charged with:

–      Sexual Intercourse with a female under 14 years of age.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

Anyone who has any information about this, or a similar incident, is asked to call the Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

There is no statute of limitations on sexual offences and a report can be made to police at any time, regardless of how much time has passed. If you do not wish to make a report to police or need more time and support to make that decision, there are community partners available to help. Ontario 211 provides information on Ontario’s community, social and health related government services. Simply call 2-1-1 or visit 211ontario.ca for more information.  

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Hit & Run Drunk Driver Arrested – Bruno MILNE

(MUNIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – One person has been charged following a single vehicle collision.

On March 18, 2024, at approximately 5:20 p.m., members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a pick-up truck in a ditch in the vicinity of Concession Road 2 and Platt Road in Warkworth.

Officers shortly located the vehicle at Gravel Road having sustained damage. There were no injuries reported and following interaction with the driver, police were led into an impaired operation investigation.

As a result, the accused was arrested and transported to a detachment for further testing.

Bruno MILNE, 41-years-old from Warkworth has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

·        Dangerous Operation

·        Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

·        Fail to report accident

·        Fail to remain

·        Operate unsafe vehicle.

A further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

Drivers continue to take chances. It’s simply not worth the risk. Motorists are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.