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Collision In Mount Forest – Craig KALUZA Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – an individual is charged following a collision in Mount Forest.

On February 22, 2026, at approximately 6:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Egremont Street North and Byeland Drive in Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, Craig KALUZA, a 49-year-old from Mount Forest, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

Neither driver sustained any injuries.

The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on March 31, 2026.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Area OPP Arthur OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Jake O’SHAUGHNESSY – Armed Robbery, Assault, Etc.

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – One person remains in custody following incident in Arthur.

On February 5, 2026, at approximately 9:30 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), alongside the West Region Emergency Response Team and the West Region Canine Unit, received a report of an altercation that occurred two days prior on January 3, 2026, at an address on Tucker Street in Arthur.

As a result of the investigation, Jake O’SHAUGHNESSY, a 31-year-old from Arthur, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Robbery with a weapon
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Break and enter house – commit indictable offence
  • Assault
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm
  • Failure to comply with release order – other than attend court
  • Breach of Recognizance

One victim sustained minor non-life-threatening injuries.

The accused remains in custody pending a bail hearing.

The Wellington OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Arthur OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Burke SEEHAVER Was Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – An Arthur driver is charged following a traffic stop.

On February 2, 2026, at approximately 12:15 a.m., a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting proactive traffic enforcement on Wellington Road 109 in Arthur, when the cruiser’s Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) alerted the officer of a potential suspended driver.

As a result of the investigation, Burke SEEHAVER, a 35-year-old from Arthur, is charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension

The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on March 20, 2026.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Mount Forest OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Rebecca BALM Arrested Following Incident In Mount Forest

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – An individual has been charged following an incident in Mount Forest.

On January 31, 2026, at approximately 3:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of an altercation at an address in Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, Rebecca BALM, a 34-year-old from Mount Forest, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm
  • Failure to comply with Undertaking

While in police custody, the accused acquired further Criminal Code charges:

  • Attempt obstruct justice
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property

The accused was held in police custody for a bail hearing and later released to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on a later date.

The OPP can be reached 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.

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Area OPP Arthur OPP Police Press Releases Wellington Wellington North

Violent Home Invasion – Aaron SCHMITT Arrested

(NORTH WELLINGTON TOWNSHIP, ON) – One person has been charged following an incident in Arthur.

On January 26, 2026, at approximately 4:15 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of an altercation at an address in Arthur.

As a result of the investigation, Aaron SCHMITT, a 38-year-old from Arthur, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Break, enter a dwelling house with intent to commit indictable offence
  • Assault

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The victim did not sustain any reported injuries.

The Wellington OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

16 Year Old From Mount Forest Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A youth is charged following an incident in Mount Forest.

On January 21, 2026, at approximately 7:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of an incident at an address in Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, a 16-year-old from Mount Forest, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Assault with a weapon
  • Administer noxious thing
  • Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm
  • Failure to comply with Undertaking

The victim did not sustain any injuries.

The accused, whose identity is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, was held in police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph at a later date. 

If you have any information regarding this incident, please call the Wellington OPP at 1-888-310-1122. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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30 Year Old From Teeswater Arrested – Police Withhold Name For Criminal’s Protection #RatBoy #3Strikes

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Teeswater driver is charged following a traffic stop.

On January 19, 2026, at approximately 10:30 a.m., a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Traffic Management Unit was conducting proactive traffic enforcement on Highway 6, outside of Kenilworth, when the cruiser’s Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) notified the officer of a vehicle travelling with missing licence plates. A traffic stop was initiated.

As a result of the investigation, a 30-year-old from Teeswater, is charged under the Criminal Code, the Highway Traffic Act, and the Liquor Licence and Control Act with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner

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

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused’s name is being withheld, out of concern for their well being.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Do You Recognize This Theft Suspect?

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in a recent theft incident.

On January 12, 2026, at approximately 10:00 a.m., a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a theft, which occurred at business on Main Street North in Mount Forest. A suspect failed to pay for over $1,000 worth of cosmetics before leaving the store.

Members of the Wellington County OPP are continuing to investigate this incident and are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the suspect involved.

Photographs of the suspect and suspect vehicle are attached for reference.

The Wellington County OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

OPP reference #: E260049893.

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Maryhill OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Andrew SNYDER – Drunk Driving

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Maryhill driver is facing impaired charges following two collisions in Wellington North.

On January 1, 2026, at approximately 6:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a complaint of a suspected impaired driver from a concerned member of the public, following a single-vehicle collision into a ditch at Line 12 and Sideroad 7 in Wellington North Township. The vehicle was towed from the ditch, however ended up back into the ditch shortly after, requiring another tow.

As a result of the investigation, Andrew SNYDER, a 33-year-old from Maryhill, is charged under the Criminal Code and the Liquor Licence and Control Act with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on January 16, 2026.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Mount Forest Weapons Bust – Robert HALASHEWSKI-TAYLOR

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – One person has been charged following the execution of a search warrant in Mount Forest.

On November 18, 2025, at approximately 7:00 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) executed a search warrant at a residence in Mount Forest in relation to a drug trafficking investigation. The warrant was executed with the assistance from West Region Canine Unit, the West Region Emergency Response Unit and the Wellington County Community Response Unit.

The search resulted in the seizure of various weapons, ammunition and indicia related to drug trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, Robert HALASHEWSKI-TAYLOR, a 26-year-old from Durham, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition (two counts)
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The Wellington OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Area OPP Mount Forest OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Mount Forest Incident – Ashley HOTCHKISS Arrested

(WELLINGOTN NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – An incident in Mount Forest has led to drug possession charges for an Arthur resident.

On December 6, 2025, at approximately 4:15 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of an incident at an address in Mount Forest where they found an individual to be in possession of methamphetamine.

As a result of the investigation, Ashley HOTCHKISS, a 38-year-old from Arthur, is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance – methamphetamine

The accused was released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph on January 6, 2026.

The Wellington OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Another Pedestrain Sent To Hospital #PurgeCouncil

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect vehicle in a recent hit and run incident that left one person injured.

On November 23, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of collision between a vehicle and pedestrian on Highway 89 and Southgate Sideroad 57, east of Mount Forest. The pedestrian was outside of their vehicle, which was parked on the shoulder of the roadway, when they were struck by a vehicle headed eastbound on Highway 89. The driver of the vehicle did not stop following the collision.

The victim was transported to local hospital with minor, non-life-threatening injuries.  

Members of the Wellington County OPP are still investigating the incident and are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the suspect and the vehicle involved.

The suspect vehicle is described as a dark-coloured sports utility vehicle (SUV), possibly with damage to the rear passenger side.

The Wellington County OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

Ontario Provincial Police Occurrence #: E251581433.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

$40,000 Fraud – Larry PEVATO Charged

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Bolton resident has been charged for fraud, following an investigation in Wellington North Township.

On June 21st, 2024, at approximately 7:45 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP Crime Unit received a report of fraud at a quarry business in Wellington North Township. The accused entered into an agreement with the business to excavate and sell materials from the property. In return, the business would receive royalties. However, throughout 2023 and 2024, it is alleged that several truckloads of material were unaccounted for, and the corresponding royalties were not received. The business has lost more than $40,000.

As a result of the investigation, Larry PEVATO, a 64-year-old from Bolton, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Fraud over $5,000 (two counts)

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on November 28, 2025.

The Wellington OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wellington North

Two Impaired Drivers Caught Trick-or-Treat Night

(WELLINGTON COUNTY, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged two drivers with impaired-driving related offences on Halloween night.

On October 31, 2025, at approximately 10:45 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on Metcalfe Street in Elora.

As a result of the investigation, a 26-year-old from Waterloo is charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

There were no injuries as a result of this collision.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on a later date.

The accused’s name is being withheld, out of concern for their well being.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 45-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

Further, on October 31, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on Highway 6 in Wellington North Township.

As a result of the investigation, Norma MULHALL, a 70-year-old from Mount Forest is charged under the Criminal Code with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on November 14, 2025.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 45-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Fraud In Mount Forest – Sukhvinder SINGH Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A Toronto resident has been charged with nine offences following an identity fraud attempt in Mount Forest.

On October 28th, 2025, at approximately 1:15 p.m., the Wellington County OPP, received a report from a local bank, suggesting the accused was attempting to use false documents to open a bank account.

As a result of the investigation, Sukhvinder SINGH, a 52-year-old from Toronto, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Fraud over $5,000
  • Personation with intent – intent to obtain property (identity theft)
  • Possession of a forged document with intent (four counts)
  • Obstruct a Peace Officer
  • Uttering forged passport
  • Possession of an identity document

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on December 5, 2025.