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(BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) – – On May 22, 2014 at 12:32 a.m., a Bruce Peninsula Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer was on patrol along Highway 6 south of Warner Bay Road, Northern Bruce Peninsula when he observed a silver Mazda B40 the swerving within its lane and crossing over the fog line multiple times The officer stopped the vehicle and found that the driver had been drinking alcohol. 24 year old Tanner HUEHN of Northern Bruce Peninsula has been charged with Impaired driving, Operate motor vehicle over 80 milligrams and also driving a motor vehicle with open container of liquor. He is scheduled to appear in Owen Sound Court on June 05, 2014 to answer to the charges.

The Bruce Peninsula OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or send a web-tip to crimestop-gb.org, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(CALEDON, ON) – On May 21, 2014 members from the Street Crime Unit and the Emergency Response Team (ERT) of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with members of the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) executed a warrant at a Village of Bolton residence. The warrant recovered a quantity of drugs, believed to be Psilocybin and Marijuana. The street value is estimated at $5,000.00. Police also seized drug paraphernalia, a cell phone and cash.

Steven Michael BAVERSTOCK, 34, from Bolton and Tyler WRIGHT, 29, from British Columbia were arrested and charged with Possession of a Schedule II Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking and Possession of a Schedule III Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking. BAVERSTOCK is also charged with Breach of Recognizance for failing to abide by his condition to reside in a neighbouring community.

The accused’s were held in custody overnight and will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on May 27, 2014.

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment have charged a 44 year old female with drinking and driving related offences after police were called to a Norfolk County Highway 24 East, Charlotteville, Norfolk County, Ontario address.

On Thursday, May 22, 2014 at approximately 9:46 p.m., police were contacted by a concerned citizen about a single motor vehicle collision located at Norfolk County Highway 24 East and Turkey Point Road.

As a result of police investigation, 44 year old Lisa VANDENBUSSCHE of Norfolk County, Ontario was arrested and charged with impaired driving and driving over the legal limit.

She is to appear in Provincial Court, Simcoe at a later date to answer to the charges.

(NAPANEE, ON)- The Highway Safety Division of OPP is investigating a single motor vehicle collision that took place on the Highway 401 east bound just west of Shannonville Rd on May 22nd at approximately 11:23 am. An officer from the Central Hastings OPP was on general patrol and observed a vehicle, a white Honda Accord travelling at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was travelling southbound on Highway 62 and went onto the 401 travelling eastbound.

The vehicle struck a concrete barrier and skidded out of control, crossing two (2) lanes of traffic and hit the rock cut.

Charged with Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Flight while Pursued by a Peace Office contrary to the Criminal Code is 57 year-old Margaret HENRY of Mississippi Mills, Ontario.

She was held for a Bail Hearing and is scheduled to appear in Provincial Court on May 23, 2014.

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON.) – With the arrival of the good weather many consumers are looking to purchase recreational vehicles, including boats, ATV’s, RV’s and trailers and they are going to various computer sites to find good deals on used items.

With this in mind the City of Kawartha Lakes detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind those making purchases of vehicles to be cautious. A recent investigation revealed that a vehicle purchased without an ownership had actually been stolen several years, and several owners ago.

The ownership is proof that the seller actually owns the vehicle being sold. Without an ownership the vehicle cannot be registered with the MTO and any vehicle being purchased may actually have been stolen, so buyers beware!

(North Dundas) – On 22May14, at approximately 1:00pm, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a landlord tenant dispute on Water St. Winchester, On.

The investigation revealed that a 60yr old male (Andre HEYMANS of Winchester, On) threatened to damage property in the apartment he was renting.

The male was arrested and faces a charge of:

– Uttering Threats – Damage Property

He is scheduled to appear 08Jul14 in Morrisburg court.

Members of Central Hastings O.P.P participated in the national traffic safety initiative, “Canada Road Safety Week” from May 13, 2014 to May 19, 2014. As a result officers laid 96 speeding, 10 distracted driving, 3 fail to wear seatbelt, 2 follow too closely, 1 fail to stop for emergency vehicle and 1 careless driving charge.

The campaign aimed at ensuring Canada’s roads remain one of the safest in the world is designed to remind people that an essential part of the enforcement job is to save lives and reduce injuries on our roadways.

(ST. CLAIR TOWNSHIP, ON) A group of Lambton Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers, Lambton OPP Auxiliary officers and family members got together on May 21, 2014 to ride the “big bike” in an effort to do what they could to raise money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Sgt John Flesher said, “It’s not only a worthy cause for us to participate in, it’s a fun event that we can to do with family members. It helps to build stronger relationships personally, professionally and within our own community.”

The Lambton OPP 27 member group rode the big bike in Corunna and managed to raise over $3000.00 for their concerted effort.

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment is warning all residents about tainted candy after police were called to an Evergreen Hill Road, Simcoe, Norfolk County, Ontario address.

On Thursday, May 15, 2014 at approximately 4:48 p.m., police were contacted after two youths were admitted to hospital after ingesting a noxious substance.

Through investigation it was determined that two 15 year old males attended the Norfolk General Hospital on Monday, May 12, 2014 after consuming candy suspected of being tainted with a noxious substance.

Both youths were treated and released from hospital and investigation is ongoing to determine the substance.

Police suspect that the noxious substance is drug related and are warning all residents to be aware of the source where candy is purchased. Purchase your candies from reputable retail outlets and avoid purchasing from unknown individuals.

Police want all parents or care givers to speak with their children and inform them of the dangers of purchasing unwrapped or modified candy off unknown individuals.

Anyone with information regarding this incident should immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1 – 888 – 310 – 1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1 – 800 – 222 – 8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment is investigating a home invasion at an Angling Road, Townsend, Norfolk County, Ontario address.

On Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at approximately 2:38 p.m., police responded to the address after two unknown females attended the residence and gained entry.

Investigation determined that the two suspects attended the residence earlier in the day and had spoken to the homeowner. A short time later, suspects returned and entered the residence where the homeowner confronted both females.

One of the suspects brandished an edged weapon while the other sprayed the home owner with a noxious substance. The homeowner fled to a safe area inside the residence and contacted police. Both suspects then fled from the home and were last seen walking northbound on Angling Road and entered a vehicle.

The first suspect is described as female, First Nations Descent, 5’4, 220-230 lbs, brown hair with blondish highlights, hair was up in a ponytail bun, brown eyes, wearing a green khaki coloured shirt, grey track pants and rubber boots with laces.

The second suspect is described as female, First Nations Descent, 180 lbs, dark black hair with brownish highlights, wearing jeans, grey coloured khaki sweatshirt, rubber boots and wore wire framed round eye glasses.

The vehicle that fled from the area is described similar to a Dodge Nitro or Jeep Patriot/Cherokee lighter than navy blue in colour with a chrome grill

The Norfolk County OPP Crime Unit is continuing to investigate and is seeking assistance from the public. If anyone has any information regarding this incident, they are being asked to contact the Norfolk County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

The OPP reminds all members of the public to be aware of their personal safety at all times and to be extremely vigilant when allowing strangers into your home. The OPP’s website, www.opp.ca, contains a number of useful resources, tips and links.

Anyone with information regarding this incident should immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police 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 message at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

The investigation is continuing.