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(MIDDLESEX, ON) – On April 25th, 2020 at 01:30 a.m. Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a vehicle stop on Coldstream Rd., located in the Municipality of Middlesex Centre. Police soon suspected that the driver had been drinking and as a result police demanded that the driver complete a roadside screening test. The driver refused to provide police with a roadside breath sample and as a result was placed under arrest at the scene.

As a result of an investigation police have charged Nicholas FRANCIS -age 26- of London, ON. with:

CC 320.15(1) Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in a London court room on May 26, 2020 to speak to the charges.

Despite existing law, and education and awareness efforts, impaired driving continues to be a leading criminal cause of death in Canada, claiming hundreds of lives and causing tens of thousands of injuries each year.

Canada now has an enforcement tool that will reduce impaired driving and prevent crashes, deaths and injuries. Mandatory alcohol screening authorizes police to demand a breath sample from any driver lawfully pulled over. It greatly increases the number of drivers screened for impairment, resulting in more impaired drivers being detected. Equally important, it greatly increases the perception that if you drive impaired, the chance of getting caught is high.

Further information and resources on the effects and impacts of impaired driving can be found at www.madd.ca

We want to remind the public that if you suspect and 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.

(PERTH EAST, ON) – Shortly after 4:00 p.m. on April 24 2020, Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Perth County Paramedic Services, and the Perth East Fire Department responded to a collision between a motorcycle and a deer.

The collision occurred on Perth Line 44, in the Township of Perth East, after a deer entered the roadway in front of the motorcycle. The driver and passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, and the passenger was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

With nicer weather upon us, all drivers are reminded to be extra vigilant on the roadways.

Motorcyclists can enhance their safety by:

wearing highly visible clothing

properly positioning their motorcycle on roadways

reducing low light and night riding

not taking chances or making risky maneuvers

riding at the appropriate speed and never in excess of the posted limit

never riding after consuming alcohol or drugs

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating the theft of a Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) side-by-side from a commercial business on Perth Road 164, north of Listowel.

Shortly before 11:00 p.m. on April 19 2020, two unknown suspects entered the property on a green All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) four-wheeler, towing a two-wheeled trailer. They gained entry to the property through a gap in the fence, and left the scene through a field.

The stolen UTV is a blue 2014 New Holland 125 Russler, and has an approximate retail value of $7000.

Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at http://hc-cs.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid a criminal charge in relation to a threat made on April 22 2020.

Police were contacted regarding child custody issues, and during the investigation, a threat was made by one of the individuals involved, directed at the other party.

As a result, a 32 year old resident of North Perth has been charged with:

Utter Threats – Cause Bodily Harm or Injury

The accused has been arrested and released from police custody, and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford at a later date to answer to the charges.

Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at http://hc-cs.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – Shortly after 4:00 a.m. on April 23 2020, a member of the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was patrolling Perth Line 86 just east of Listowel, in the Municipality of North Perth, when the officer observed a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was found to be travelling in excess of 135km/h in a posted 80km/h zone.

As a result, Fallon Jaime CORBETT, 37, of Kitchener, is charged with:

Race a motor vehicle – excessive speed

A seven day driving suspension was initiated as per statute, and the vehicle was towed from the scene and impounded for seven days. The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford at a later date to answer to the charges.

Anyone who witnesses aggressive and dangerous driving behaviour is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report online at www.opp.ca/reporting.

(PERTH EAST, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating after another break and enter and theft at a farm property on Perth Line 33, in the Township of Perth East.

Sometime between April 21 and April 22 2020, unknown suspects entered a storage building on the property and stole a DeWalt 20 Volt charging radio, a Linde MG 250 mig welder, a red and white Honda XR70 dirt bike, and fuel. The value of the stolen property is estimated to be approximately $3000.

This is the third time this location has been a victim of property crimes in the last year. The OPP encourages all property owners to lock their homes, outbuildings, and vehicles, and to invest in alarms and security cameras, if possible. If anyone observes suspicious activity, they are asked to please contact police immediately.

Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at http://hc-cs.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(PERTH EAST, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Stratford Police Service conducted a joint investigation that resulted in the arrest of a North Perth resident.

Around 7:30 a.m. on Friday April 24 2020, a vehicle failed to stop when a Stratford Police Service officer initiated a traffic stop. Perth County OPP were notified, and assisted in searching the area for the vehicle. The purple Toyota Echo was located minutes later by a citizen, abandoned in a ditch at the intersection of Line 39 and Road 125 in the Township of Perth East. It had been involved in a collision with a hydro pole, and the front wheels were still spinning on the vehicle when it was discovered.

With assistance from the OPP Canine Unit and the Emergency Response Team (ERT), one male was located hiding a short distance away from the vehicle. He was arrested, and transported by Perth County EMS to a local hospital and was treated for minor injuries.

Police initially received information that three people had been in the vehicle at the time it fled from police, but the investigation revealed that two parties had exited the car prior to the interaction with police. Police were also later able to determine that the vehicle involved had been stolen out of North Perth.

As a result, Jordan Sinclair HILL, 21, of North Perth, has been charged with:

Flight from Peace Officer

Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code

Possess Property Obtained by Crime under $5000

Fail to Comply with Recognizance

Fail to Comply with Probation Order

Fail to Stop for Police

Careless Driving

Fail to Remain

The accused was held for a bail hearing. Property owners are reminded to secure all points of entry including residence doors, gates, sheds, and garages, and to always lock vehicle doors. Never leave keys with a motor vehicle.

Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at http://hc-cs.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On April 24, 2020, members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a sexual assault which occurred on a trail on the east end of Fergus.

At approximately 9:00 p.m., the female victim was sexually assaulted in the Elora-Cataract Trail east of Gartshore Street in Fergus by a man riding a bicycle. The suspect fled the scene on his bike and was last observed riding east towards Fergus.

The suspect is described as:

Caucasian.

5’9-5’10” in height.

Approximately 150 pounds.

Sparse facial hair on upper lip and chin.

Round face.

Thin lips.

He was wearing black reading glasses

(MIDDLESEX, ON) – On April 22, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on routine patrol in the eastbound lanes of HWY 401, located in the Municipality of Thames Centre when they observed a vehicle traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed. The vehicle then proceeded to pass the marked police cruiser at speeds in excess of 160 km/h. The vehicle continued eastbound, where a traffic stop was initiated by police. At the scene the officer determined that driver had been drinking, a roadside screening test was conducted and the driver was placed under arrest. The accused was transported to the London OPP detachment for further tests.

As a result of an investigation police have charged Taylor BROOKS -age 27- of Melancthon, ON. with:

CC 320.14(1)(b) Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

HTA 172(1) Race a motor vehicle – Excessive Speed

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in a London court room on July 13, 2020 to speak to the charges and the motor vehicle has been impounded for 7 days.

The OPP wants to remind the public that crashes involving alcohol and/or drugs are a leading criminal cause of death in Canada. Every day, on average, up to 4 Canadians are killed and many more are injured in alcohol and/or drug-related motor vehicle crashes on public roads and the OPP will continue to target impaired and aggressive drivers who put our roadways and communities at risk.

Citizens are encouraged to contact police immediately, if they witness or suspect an impaired driver. The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere within the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. Should 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.

(MIDDLESEX, ON) – On April 24, 2020 at 04:30 a.m. members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a fail to remain collision on HWY 402 at Glendon Drive, located in the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc. The suspect vehicle fled the scene and was located a short time later by police where they soon learned that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired.

The driver was placed under arrest at the scene and transported to the London OPP detachment for further tests

As a result of an investigation police have charged Gerald MILLS -age 65- of Georgina, ON with:

CC 320.16(1) Failure to stop after accident

CC 320.13(1) Dangerous operation

CC 320.14(1)(a) Operation while impaired

CC 320.14(1)(b) Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in a London court room on June 3, 2020 to speak to the charges.

The Middlesex OPP would like to thank the outstanding members of the public who identified the high risks taken by this driver and did the right thing by contacting 911.

The OPP will continue to target impaired and aggressive drivers who put our roadways and communities at risk.

Citizens are encouraged to contact police immediately, if they witness or suspect an impaired driver. The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere within the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. Should 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.

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On April 4, 2020, the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) engaged in a historical sexual assault investigation that occurred in Fergus over a seven year period.

The victim was a minor when the offences occurred.

Following a thorough investigation by the Wellington County OPP, Gordon BOMHO, 49-years-old of Fergus has been arrested and charged with Sexual Assault on a Person under 16 Years of Age, Sexual Interference, Invitation to Sexual Touching Under 16 years of Age and Forcible Confinement contrary to Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court – Guelph on July 28, 2020.

Any person with information on this incident or one of similar nature is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips.You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

(WELLINGTON COUNTY, ON) – In February 2020, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began a criminal investigation into the conduct of one of its officers.

On April 23, 2020, members of the Professional Standards Bureau of the OPP arrested and charged Sergeant Mike DOLDERMAN, a twenty-one (21) year member of the Wellington County OPP Detachment, with the following Criminal Code offences:

Sexual Assault (five counts),

Breach of Trust (five counts).

He is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on July 28, 2020. The officer has been suspended from duty.

In addition Brenda DOLDERMAN, 53-years-old, was also charged with Obstruct Justice (three counts) and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on July 28, 2020.

(TOWNSHIP OF PUSLINCH, ON) – On April 22, 2020 at approximately 4:40 p.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Unit arrested a 25-year-old individual following a complaint that someone was observed personating a police officer.

Investigation revealed that on April 17, 2020 1:00 p.m. the complainant along with his family were riding their bikes in the area of Watson Road South and Stone Road in the Township of Puslinch when a vehicle approached them and stopped.

The vehicle was described as a black older model Ford Explorer Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) with a push bumper on the front and it appeared to be an unmarked police vehicle. The vehicle had a yellow/orange flashing lights in the rear window and the complainant heard the driver yell something at them over a public address (PA) system.

The complainant believed that the person was a police officer in a police vehicle.

As a result of the investigation the Wellington County OPP Crime Unit has charged Gregory Calvin SMITH of Puslinch Township with Personating a Peace Officer contrary to the Criminal Code. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on July 31, 2020 to answer to the charge.

Any person with information on this incident or one of similar nature is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips.You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh resident with domestic assault offences following an investigation conducted by police earlier this week.

On Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Huron OPP members responded to a domestic dispute taking place at a residence in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh. Upon arrival officers were able to separate the couple and calm things down.

The subsequent police investigation resulted in police arresting and charging the accused, a 39-year-old Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh resident. The accused has been charged with Assault with a Weapon (2) counts, Mischief Under (2) counts and Assault.

Victims of sexual assault/domestic violence are not alone. If you need support or know someone that does, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Huron County at 519-600-4108.

If you are in an immediate crisis, dial 9-1-1.

(HURON EAST, ON) – A Huron East man and a Bruce County resident are facing a pile of charges following a late night police chase that involved officers from both the Huron County and Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachments.

At approximately 12:05 a.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Huron County OPP officers observed a sedan travelling eastbound on Hyrdo Line Road without a front licence plate. Additionally, the driver also failed to lower their high beams as it approached the police vehicle. As the police vehicle turned around the suspect driver immediately accelerated away. Officers then followed at a distance and waited until they had some back up units in the area.

A traffic stop was then attempted on Perth Line 34 however the driver failed to stop and took off towards Dublin. Shortly thereafter police utilized a spike belt on the suspect vehicle however to no avail the accused continued driving on bare rims toward Seaforth. The accused then sideswiped a police car in the chase and it wasn’t until just outside of Seaforth before police were able to get the suspect vehicle safely stopped.

Upon stopping the vehicle the driver resisted arrest, which resulted in police utilizing a conducted energy weapon to effect the arrest. A search incident to arrest resulted in police locating stolen property in the vehicle consisting of various pieces of identification and a licence plate.

The 22-year-old driver, Colton GOWAN, from Huron East has been charged with the following criminal offences:

Flight from Peace Officer

Dangerous Operation

Assault a Peace Officer with a Weapon

Resist a Peace Officer

Operation While Prohibited (4 counts)

Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose

Fail to Comply with Probation Order (2 counts)

Possession of Counterfeit Money

Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 (4 counts)

In addition, he is also facing four Highway Traffic Act offences.

He remains in custody with a court appearance scheduled for April 24, 2020 at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

The passenger, 23-year-old Raven PELKEY-LAUGHING, from Arran-Elderslie has been charged with the following offences:

Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 (4 counts)

Resist Peace Officer

Fail to Comply with Probation Order

She has since been released from custody with a court date scheduled for June 22, 2020 at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.