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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Tevonte BROWN-FENTY Was Arrested

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, CLEARVIEW TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual with several drug and firearm related charges in Clearview Township.

In late February 2024, Huronia West Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) initiated a drug trafficking investigation involving an individual from Brampton who was allegedly trafficking drugs in Wasaga Beach. Police were able to gather evidence further advancing their investigation.

On April 30, 2024, the accused was located travelling to the Huronia West Detachment area and was stopped in Clearview Township. During the investigation, the accused was arrested, the vehicle was seized, and items were seized including a loaded firearm, cocaine, and Canadian currency.

Tevonte BROWN-FENTY, 21-year-old of Brampton, was arrested and charged with several weapons offences along with other offences related to drug trafficking.

The accused was held for a Bail Hearing.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Cocaine Bust In Wasaga Beach

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, ON) – Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a search warrant which resulted in an arrest and drug related charges being laid in the Town of Wasaga Beach.

In January 2024, Huronia West Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) initiated a drug trafficking investigation involving an individual who was allegedly trafficking drugs in Wasaga Beach and Collingwood. Police were able to gather evidence further advancing their investigation.

On April 25, 2024, members from Huronia West, Collingwood, Southern Georgian Bay and Nottawasaga CSCU conducted an entry at an address in Wasaga Beach and simultaneously Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU) conducted an entry at a separate address in Wasaga Beach.

During the search, officers seized a quantity of cocaine, fentanyl, indicia of drug trafficking along with a weapon.

Daniel CLARKE, 26-year-old of Brampton, was arrested and charged with:

  • Trafficking Schedule I Substance – Cocaine
  • Trafficking Schedule I Substance – Opioid
  • Possession of Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of Schedule I Substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid

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

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, CLEARVIEW AND SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIPS, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals with impaired driving in one day.

On April 28, 2024, at approximately 1:00 a.m., Huronia West OPP responded to a single all-terrain vehicle (ATV) rollover collision at a residence on Union Boulevard in Wasaga Beach. The driver was transported to the local hospital with non-life altering injuries. During the investigation, officers determined the driver was under the influence of alcohol. As a result, Ashley Jakelyn Nicole BUCHAN, 29-year-old of Wasaga Beach, has been charged with the following:

  • Failing to Provide a Breath Sample

At approximately 06:50 a.m., Huronia West OPP responded to a single motor vehicle in the ditch on Crossland Road in Springwater Township. Officers quickly determined the driver was under the influence of alcohol. As a result, John Michael BLACKMORE, 35-year-old of Collingwood, has been charged with the following:

  • Adult Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

Both accused are scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Wasaga Beach Armed Robbery – Derek PUSHIE & Michael CAIN

(WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged two individuals in relation to an assault with a weapon incident in the Town of Wasaga Beach.

On March 20, 2024, at approximately 1:35 p.m., members of the Huronia West Detachment and Huronia West Crime Unit responding to a report of a shooting on Mosley Street. The victim suffered moderate injuries, which were treated on scene by the EMS.

Both the accused were still on the premises when police arrived and were arrested without incident. During the investigation, police seized 0.8 grams of fentanyl.

On March 21, 2024, a search warrant was executed at the residence of the first accused. The following items were seized:

  • Glock air pistol
  • Beretta air pistol
  • Air pistol

Derek PUSHIE, 48-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Careless use of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Firearm – use while committing offence
  • Break, enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence
  • Robbery with weapon
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – opioid (other than heroin)

Michael CAIN, 40-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was charged with:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Firearm – use while committing offence
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Break, enter a place – with intent to commit indictable offence
  • Robbery with weapon
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm

Both the accused’s appeared in Bail Court on March 21, 2024. The accused’s will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie at a future date.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Another Wasaga Beach Drug Bust – Name Released

(WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police executed a search warrant which resulted in an arrest and drug related charges being laid in the Town of Wasaga Beach.

In January 2024, Huronia West Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) initiated a drug trafficking investigation involving an individual who was allegedly trafficking drugs in Wasaga Beach and Collingwood. Utilizing investigative techniques, police were able to gather evidence further advancing their investigation.

On March 20, 2024, at approximately 2:30 p.m., Huronia West CSCU, with assistance from the Collingwood CSCU and Southern Georgian Bay CSCU, executed a search warrant for the accused’s residence and vehicle.

During the search, officers seized:

  • 11.5 grams of Cocaine
  • $280 in Canadian Currency
  • A cellular device
  • 2 tablets of suspected Percocet

Ashik PATEL, 22-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of Schedule 1 Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

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

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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Clearview & Springwater OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Sanmith VADAKEVITIL 99 in a 50

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, CLEARVIEW AND SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIPS, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual with stunt driving in the Township of Springwater.

On March 11, 2024, while conducting traffic patrol on Sunnidale Road, a member of the Huronia West Traffic Unit conducted a traffic stop due to a vehicle traveling at a rate of 99km per hour in a posted 50km per hour zone.

Sanmith VADAKEVITIL, 24-year-old of Barrie, was charged with:

  • Adult Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform stunt – Excessive speed
  • Adult Speeding 1 – Speeding 49 km/h over posted limit

The driver received a 30-day licence suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for 14 days. The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

One Airlifted After Aggravated Assault – David ZAMIDA Arrested

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged one individual with aggravated assault in the Town of Wasaga Beach.

On February 25, 2024, members of the Huronia West Detachment responded to a report of an unconscious individual on Homewood Ave. The victim was in critical condition and was airlifted to a trauma center in Toronto.

On March 6, 2024, a search warrant was executed on the accused’s residence by the Huronia West Crime Unit, Huronia West Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), and the Emergency Response Team (ERT).

As a result of the investigation, the following items were seized:

  • A 9mm Kal Tec foldable rifle with three 30 round capacity magazines
  • A .22 calibre rifle
  • Two .22 calibre folding rifles
  • A black pellet gun
  • Shot gun ammo
  • Brass knuckles
  • A quantity of cocaine

David ZAMIDA, 46-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was charged with the following:

  • Aggravated Assault
  • Failure to comply with undertaking
  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm – Three Counts
  • Careless storage of Firearm
  • Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition – Two Counts
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine

The accused was held for a bail and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 8, 2024.

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Clearview & Springwater OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Kyle GREENLAW – Drunk Driving

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, CLEARVIEW AND SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIPS, ON) – Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged an individual with impaired driving following a RIDE check in the Township of Springwater.

On February 24, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., members of Huronia West OPP were conducting a RIDE spot check for sobriety on Flos Road 7 East. A vehicle entered the RIDE spot check and police began an impaired driving investigation. The driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the Huronia West OPP Detachment for further investigation.

As a result, Kyle GREENLAW, 28-year-old of Hillsdale, has been charged with:

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

The accused was released on an Appearance Notice with a court date scheduled for March 19, 2024. Their vehicle was impounded for 7-days, and the accused was issued an Administrative Drivers Licence suspension for 90 days.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

WARNING: Criminals Posing As Police To Scam Victims – Names Released

 (TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged two individuals in a Grandparent Scam investigation.

Between February 22, 2024, and February 24, 2024, Huronia West OPP were notified of a potential grandparent scam in progress. The victim was contacted by phone advising that their grandson had been arrested. The accused identified themselves as a Newmarket Police Officer over the phone and advised that the victim’s grandson required financial assistance to cover the cost for judge and lawyer fees to get him out of jail. The accused’s attended the victim’s residence three separate times to collect funds and were greeted by the Huronia West OPP on the third attempt.

As a result of the investigation, two individuals were arrested and charged with the following:

Romeilio NWAGWU, a 24-year-old from London, was charged with:

  • Adult Fraud Over $5000
  • Adult Resist Peace Officer

As a result, the accused was charged and held for a Bail Hearing.

Devonte BROWN, a 25-year-old from Bowmanville, was charged with:

  • Adult Fraud Over $5000

As a result, the accused was charged and released with a future court date.