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Michael FLEWELLING – Drunk Driving

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges a local resident with three criminal charges stemming from a traffic complaint.

On September 4, 2025, at approximately 10:45 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were conducting proactive traffic enforcement when a traffic complaint came in, informing officers of a possible impaired driver.

Officers quickly attended the area, located the motor vehicle in question, and performed a traffic stop on Sligo Road West within Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, Michael FLEWELLING, a 31-year-old of Wellington North Township is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis in open original packaging

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

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on September 16, 2025.

The Wellington County OPP would like to thank the public for their call and assistance in keeping our streets safe.

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.

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Mount Forest Road Rage – Suspects At Large: Photos Released

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are seeking public assistance in locating two suspects.

On August 8, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., the Wellington County OPP received a report of an assault that occurred on Main Street in Mount Forest. The incident stemmed from a road rage confrontation that escalated into a physical altercation involving two unidentified suspects and one victim. The suspects fled the scene prior to police arrival. The victim sustained minor injuries.

Members of the Wellington County OPP are still investigating the incident and are seeking the public’s assistance with identifying two people of interest and the vehicle involved. 

Suspect #1 is described as:

  • Male
  • East Indian
  • Tanned skin
  • Black short hair
  • Average build
  • White sleeveless shirt with grey pants and black shoes

Suspect #2 is described as:

  • Male
  • East Indian
  • Tanned skin
  • Black short hair
  • Average build
  • Dark coloured shirt, black pants, ball cap and white shoes

Suspects may have been driving a dark coloured 2017 Nissan Sentra.

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6 Injured, 1 Airlifted -Ranjit BHATTI Charged

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(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-vehicle collision on Wellington Road 109, resulting in six being injured.

On July 14, 2025, at approximately 7:15 p.m., the Wellington County OPP, alongside local emergency services, responded to a two-vehicle collision on Wellington Road 109, just outside of Arthur.

On scene, it was determined it was a head-on collision, involving two-vehicles and multiple injuries:

Vehicle one (Van) had four occupants, which resulted in one passenger being air-lifted to a trauma centre, where they sustained non-life-threatening, yet life-altering injuries. The other three occupants suffered minor injuries and were treated at the scene.

Vehicle two (truck) had two occupants, which they were taken to local hospital and determined to have minor injuries.

As a result of the investigation, Ranjit BHATTI, a 36-year-old from Brampton is charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Careless driving causing bodily harm
  • Fail to share half roadway – meeting vehicle

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Provincial Offences Court – Guelph at a later date.

Wellington Road 109 was closed from Sideroad 17 to Charles Street West for the investigation for several hours, but has since been reopened.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or has information, such as dashcam footage, that could assist with this ongoing investigation is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 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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63 Year Old From ACW Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Township resident with four provincial offences stemming from a traffic stop.

On July 7, 2025, at approximately 10:30 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a proactive traffic enforcement initiative, which resulted in a traffic stop being initiated on Concession Road 11, within Wellington North Township.

As a result of the investigation, a 63-year-old from Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Township is charged under the Highway Traffic Act and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Driver – fail to properly wear seat belt
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle

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.

If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also 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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James WOODS Facing Numerous Charges #RepeatOffender

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-motor vehicle collision on Highway 6, sending one to hospital.

On July 3, 2025, at approximately 7:00 a.m., the Wellington County OPP, alongside local emergency services, responded to a report of a two-motor vehicle collision on Highway 6 within Arthur.

Highway 6, between Conestoga Street North and Preston Street North within Arthur was closed as a result of the collision for several hours but has since reopened.

One driver was taken into custody, and another driver was taken to local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, James WOODS, a 25-year-old from CONN is charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with the following:

  • Dangerous Operation causing bodily harm
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Fail to remain
  • Operation while prohibited under the criminal code
  • Drive motor vehicle – not equipped with ignition interlock device

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

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on July 18, 2025.

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. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime.

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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Collision Sends One To Hospital

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-motor vehicle collision on Highway 6, sending one to hospital.

On July 3, 2025, at approximately 7:00 a.m., the Wellington County OPP, alongside local emergency services, responded to a report of a two-motor vehicle collision on Highway 6 within Arthur.

Highway 6, between Conestoga Street North and Preston Street North within Arthur is closed as a result of the collision.

One driver was taken into custody, and another driver was taken to local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigation is ongoing, and more updates will be provided when available.

The public is asked to please stay clear of the area while emergency crews are on scene.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or has information, such as dashcam footage, that could assist with this ongoing investigation is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 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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Break & Enter In Mount Forest

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) -The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating a break and enter / theft. Suspect unknown at this time and police are seeking assistance from the public.

On June 25, 2025, at approximately 7:00 a.m., the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to a report of a break and enter / theft which occurred at a local business on Main Street North with Mount Forest.

It was determined that on June 25, 2025, at approximately 12:30 a.m., an unidentified suspect cut a hole through a wall of a business, granting access to the interior. The suspect took cash from the register and an entire safe, before fleeing the scene in an unknown direction.

The suspect was described as:

-Believed to be male

-Dressed all in black

-Wearing a dark coloured backpack

The estimated value of the stolen property, and cost of the repairs is unknown at this time.

The investigation is continuing.

We are urging the public to come forward with any information in relation to this matter; including any dash camera or door cam footage through the area around the time of the occurrence.

If you have video surveillance or information that could assist with the investigation, the OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 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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Windows Smashed – Dan John READ Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) -The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested one person after windows were broken at several downtown Arthur businesses and residences in the early morning hours of May 25, 2025. 

On Sunday May 25, 2025, at approximately 5:45 a.m., Wellington County OPP responded to a report of an individual that was breaking windows along George Street in Arthur.

Upon police arrival, a suspect was located nearby and arrested.

In total, five businesses and two private residences were damaged.

As a result of the investigation, Dan John READ, a 45-year-old of no fixed address is charged with:

  • Mischief-destroys or damages property (seven counts)

Any person with information regarding these incidents should 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 online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Update: 12 Year Old Cyclist Now Deceased

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A 12-year-old child is in critical condition in hospital following a collision near Mount Forest.

On May 10, 2025, at approximately 10:00 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Wellington North Fire Service, and Guelph Wellington Paramedics Service, responded to a farm property in the vicinity of Highway 6 and Sideroad 2, south of Mount Forest.

It was reported that a child riding on a bicycle collided with a skid steer.

The child was transported to a trauma hospital by Ornge air ambulance.

On May 12, 2025, the victim died in hospital as a result of injuries sustained in the collision.

The cause of the collision is under investigation.

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12 Year Old Airlifted Following Collision Near Mount Forest

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – A 12-year-old child is in critical condition in hospital following a collision near Mount Forest.

On May 10, 2025, at approximately 10:00 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Wellington North Fire Service, and Guelph Wellington Paramedics Service, responded to a farm property in the vicinity of Highway 6 and Sideroad 2, south of Mount Forest.

It was reported that a child riding on a bicycle collided with a skid steer.

The child was transported to a trauma hospital by Ornge air ambulance.

The cause of the collision is under investigation.

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Do You Recogize This Theft Suspect?

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is asking for the public’s assistance as it investigates two businesses that were broken into.

On April 26, 2025, the Wellington County OPP received two separate reports of break and enters which occurred near the intersection of Main Street South and Queen Street East in Mount Forest.

The first reported break-in occurred sometime overnight between April 25, 2025, and April 26, 2025, on Queen Street East. An unknown suspect(s) gained entry to the business by breaking in through a basement window. The store was ransacked, and a laptop computer was stolen.

The second break-in occurred on April 26, 2025, at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Main Street South. A lone suspect was captured on security video. The suspect broke in through a rear door and stole cash and a “point of sale” terminal.

The suspect was wearing a dark jacket, grey hoodie, gray pants, and light coloured running shoes.

Any person with information regarding these incidents should 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 online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

Please do not hesitate to report any suspicious activity in your neighbourhood to the police. 

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BAILEY Arrested For Impaired Driving

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – Wellington County OPP received a traffic complaint which led to an individual from South Bruce, ON being charged with impaired driving related charges.

On April 25, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a possible impaired driver on Wellington Road 109, east of Teviotdale.

As a result of the investigation, Steven BAILEY, 43-year-old of South Bruce, ON, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on May 6, 2025.

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. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips.ca You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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31 Year Old From Stratford Arrested

(TOWNSHIP OF WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) – On April 24, 2025, Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged a Stratford resident in relation to an intimate partner violence investigation.

On April 24, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to an address in Arthur to report of a disturbance.

As a result of the investigation, a 31-year-old of Stratford is charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with Spousal Assault.

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victim(s).

Victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources listed below that are available to help:

·        Victim Services Wellington: 519-824-1212

·        Sexual Assault / Domestic Violence Care and Treatment Centre: 519-837-6440

·        Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis: 519-836-1110 or 1-800-265-7233

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. 

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58 Year Old From Arthur Arrested – Details Released

(TOWNSHIP OF WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) – On April 24, 2025, Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an Arthur resident in relation to an assault investigation.

On April 24, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to an address in Arthur to report of a disturbance.

As a result of the investigation, Sean Patrick STROUD 58-years-old of Arthur is charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with Assault and Utter Threats-cause death or bodily harm.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice-Guelph on May 30, 2025.

The Wellington County OPP is continuing to investigate and is asking that anyone with any information regarding this incident can contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or, if you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Mount Forest Resident Arrested – Details Released

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge Mount Forest resident in relation to property damage to local businesses.

Between March 11 and March 12, 2025, members of the Wellington County OPP received reports of property damage at two businesses on Industrial Drive in Mount Forest.

It was reported that an individual entered upon one of the properties and damaged two parked vehicles. The same individual later attended another nearby business and damaged a security camera.

As a result of the investigation, Wellington County OPP arrested an individual on March 28, 2025. George Hammill, a 51-year-old of Mount Forest, has been charged under the criminal code with:

  • Mischief – destroys or damages property (two counts)
  • Possession of break In Instruments (2 counts)

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph.

The Wellington OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 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.csgw.tips, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.