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Daniel MACPHAIL Was Arrested

(WAWA, ON) – A collision has resulted in impaired driving charges for one individual. On April 15, 2024, shortly after 10:00 p.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police was notified of a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 519 near Highway 17, north of the town of Wawa.  

Through investigation, officers determined the vehicle driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. As a result, Daniel MACPHAIL, 26 years-of-age, of Sault Ste. Marie was arrested and charged with the following:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on June 10, 2024 in Wawa. The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

No amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. If you believe a driver is impaired, please call 9-1-1 or contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Pascal GAGNON Arrested

(WAWA, ON) – An individual from Wawa is facing criminal charges after their involvement in a stolen property investigation.

On April 3, 2024, shortly before 2:00 p.m., the Superior East Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit, along with members of the Superior East OPP Detachment, executed a search warrant at a residence on Churchill Avenue in Wawa. During the search, officers located two items that had been reported stolen by their owner.

As a result, 48-year-old Pascal GAGNON, of Wawa, was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 6, 2024 in Wawa.

The Superior East OPP was assisted by the North East Region OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau.

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Repeat Offender Bryan YOUNG Arrested Again

(WAWA, ON) – A traffic stop has resulted in multiple charges for one individual. On March 29, 2024, shortly before 9:00 a.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police was conducting general patrol on Highway 17 near Wawa, when their Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system alerted them to a licence plate that had been reported stolen.

Officers conducted a traffic stop, where investigation confirmed the licence plates were stolen, and did not belong to the stopped vehicle. Further investigation revealed the vehicle was also reported stolen. The driver was also found to be driving with a suspended licence. 

As a result, Bryan YOUNG, 36 years-of-age, of Mississauga was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts
  • Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 6, 2024 in Wawa.

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$28,000 Drug Bust – One Death – Five Arrested

(WAWA, ON) – On March 28, 2024, shortly before 10:00 a.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a serious two-vehicle collision on Highway 17 approximately 30 kilometres south of Wawa. One person was confirmed deceased as a result of the collision.

During the investigation, one of the vehicle occupants was found to be in possession of a loaded handgun. A subsequent search of the vehicle yielded a large amount of suspected Fentanyl, valued at over $28,000. As a result, criminal charges have been laid on all occupants of the vehicle.

Tafary CHURCH, 21 years-of-age, of North York was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of loaded prohibited firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of prohibited device
  • Possession of firearm contrary to prohibition order
  • Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid
  • Fail to comply with probation order – three counts

Hanad HASSAN, 18 years-of-age, of Scarborough was arrested and charged with: 

  • Possession of loaded prohibited firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of prohibited device
  • Possession of firearm contrary to prohibition order
  • Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid
  • Fail to comply with probation order – two counts

Tyler MANBAUMAN, 21 years-of-age, of North York was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of loaded prohibited firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of prohibited device
  • Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid

The accused persons were remanded into custody for bail hearings, and remain in custody.

Sarah WAYEZI, 21 years-of-age, of Toronto was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of loaded prohibited firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of prohibited device
  • Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in May 2024.

A 17-year-old from Etobicoke was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of loaded prohibited firearm
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Breach of firearms regulation – transport firearm
  • Possession of prohibited device
  • Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid
  • Fail to comply with undertaking – two counts
  • Fail to comply with release order – two counts

The youth accused was remanded into custody for a bail hearing, and remains in custody. The identity of the accused is protected under provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

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OPP Police Press Releases Wawa

34 Year Old Arrested Twice In One Night #Catch&Release

(WAWA, ON) – A local resident is facing criminal charges after being arrested by police twice in one night. On March 7, 2024, shortly before 1:00 a.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of mischief on Third Avenue in Wawa. 

As a result of the investigation, Marlee PANCO, 34 years-of-age, of Wawa was arrested and charged with:

  • Mischief Under $5,000

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 8, 2024 in Wawa.

While in police custody, the accused showed signs of being impaired by alcohol. Upon release, the accused was provided a courtesy ride home and warned by police not to drive a vehicle, due to suspected impairment.

Shortly after 2:00 a.m., while conducting general patrol in Wawa, Superior East OPP observed the accused driving a vehicle on Mackey Street. 

Investigation confirmed the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. As a result, the accused was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 8, 2024 in Wawa. They were also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Peter BANKS Arrested Again

(WAWA, ON) – A local resident is facing criminal charges after being found in possession of stolen property. On February 14, 2024, shortly after 10:00 p.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a theft on Regina Crescent in Wawa.

As a result of the investigation, Peter BANKS, 22 years-of-age, of Wawa was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
  • Mischief Under $5,000
  • Fail to Comply with Release Order

The accused was remanded into custody, pending a bail hearing.

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Steffani OLIVER – Mischief

(WAWA, ON) – A local resident is facing multiple charges following a family dispute in Wawa. On February 14, 2024, shortly before 7:00 p.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a disturbance on Nyman Avenue.

As a result of the investigation, Steffani OLIVER, 27 years-of-age, of Wawa was arrested and charged with:

  • Mischief Under $5,000 – two counts
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order – two counts 

The accused was remanded into custody, pending a bail hearing.

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Preston PLANTE – Harassment

(WAWA, ON) – A local resident is facing multiple charges following a criminal investigation. On February 12, 2024, shortly before 4:00 p.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of harassment on Wood Avenue in Wawa.

Investigation revealed that, despite being warned by police not to, the accused continued to communicate with the victim of a previous incident. While being placed under arrest, the accused physically assaulted the two arresting officers. As a result, Preston PLANTE, 27 years-of-age, of Wawa has been charged with:

  • Harassing Communications
  • Assault Peace Officer – two counts 

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 4, 2024 in Wawa.

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Brian ARMSTRONG & Mathieu COTE Arrested For Assault


(WAWA, ON) – A physical altercation has resulted in two individuals facing criminal charges. On February 11, 2024, shortly after 8:00 p.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a disturbance on Boucher Avenue in Hawk Junction.

As a result of the investigation, Mathieu COTE, 20 years-of-age, of Hawk Junction was arrested and charged with one count of Assault Causing Bodily Harm.

Additionally, Brian ARMSTRONG, 48 years-of-age, of Wawa was arrested and charged with one count of Assault.

Both accused individuals were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 4, 2024 in Wawa.