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More Abuse In Mount Forest

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Mount Forest resident in relation to an intimate partner violence investigation.

On March 10, 2025, at approximately 10:30 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to a report of a disturbance at an address within Wellington North Township.

On March 13, 2025, as a result of the investigation, a 44-year-old from Mount Forest is charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Assault – Spousal (two counts)
  • Mischief – Domestic
  • Failure to comply with undertaking

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victims.

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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Smash & Grab 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 we’re seeking assistance from the public.

On March 10, 2025, at approximately 8:00 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 South with Mount Forest.

It was determined that on March 10, 2025, between 5:30 a.m. to 7:59 a.m., an unidentified suspect shattered the lower pane of the front glass door, granting access to the business. The suspect then ransacked the interior, leaving with an amplifier and electric guitar and fleeing northbound on Main Street.

The suspect was described as:

-Believed to be male

-Dressed all in black

-Wearing a backpack (guitar allegedly stored / sticking out of the backpack)

The estimated value of the stolen property is $350, with the cost of the repairs to be 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. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8411 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Haider MUNIR Facing Numerous Charges

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Oshawa resident criminally, alongside four additional provincial charges in relation to a traffic stop.

On March 4, 2025, at approximately 10:30 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP Traffic Unit were performing a proactive traffic enforcement initiative and observed a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed, nearly colliding into a tractor-trailer. A traffic stop was promptly conducted on Highway 6 within Wellington North Township.

As a result of the investigation, Haider MUNIR, a 40-year-old from Oshawa, is charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Careless driving
  • Dangerous operation
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed – community zone
  • Pass – roadway not clear – approaching traffic
  • Speeding 50+ km/h over posted limit

Anyone charged with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform stunt receives a 14-day impoundment and a 30-day driver’s licence suspension as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on April 8, 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). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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51 Year Old From Mount Forest Arrested – Details Released

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – As a result of a shoplifting investigation, Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges against a Mount Forest resident. 

On March 1, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., Wellington County OPP responded to reports of thefts from two retailers on Main Street North, Mount Forest. It was reported that an individual had shoplifted approximately $80 in groceries from one store and approximately $250 in electronic items from the second store.

George Hammill, 51-years-old of Mount Forest, has been charged with two counts of Theft Under $5000, contrary to the Criminal Code. He was held pending a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

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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32 Year Old From Dundalk Arrested: Details Released

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Dundalk resident with two criminal, and two provincial charges stemming from a traffic stop.

On February 19, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP Traffic Unit were conducting a proactive traffic enforcement initiative when they detected a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed, and initiated a traffic stop ON-89 Highway within Wellington North Township.

As a result of the investigation, Joshua LAVIEILLE, a 32-year-old of Dundalk is charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Dangerous Operation
  • Possess more than one licence
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

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 March 7, 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). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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27 Year Old From Mount Forest Charged

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Mount Forest resident with four provincial offences.

On February 16, 2025, at approximately 1:45 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a traffic enforcement initiative and conducted a traffic stop on Main Street within Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, a 27-year-old from Mount Forest is charged under the Highway Traffic Act and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence
  • Drive motor vehicle, fail to display two plates

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

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 remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Mitchell James Kaye – Drunk Driving

(TOWNSHIP OF WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) -The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charge a Palmerston resident with several charges stemming from a traffic stop.

On February 14, 2025, at approximately 10:15 p.m., a member of the Wellington County OPP conducted a traffic stop on Sligo Road in Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, Mitchell James Kaye, a 28-year-old resident of Palmerston is charged with:

  • Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Speeding
  • Driving Motor Vehicle with liquor readily available
  • Drive Motor Vehicle-Fail to display two plates
  • Fail to surrender insurance card

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 February 25, 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). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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RAMEY Was Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH TOWNSHIP, ON) – On February 7, 2025 at approximately 9:30 p.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a prowler in the area of Wellington Road 109 near First Line in Arthur.

It was reported that a person had been wandering onto several properties and acting in a suspicious manner. Police responded and arrested a suspect in the area.

Lloyd Nelson RAMEY 61-years-old of Arthur has been charged with Trespassing at Night and Obstruct Police. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice-Guelph on March 14, 2025 to answer to the charges.

Any person with information regarding this or any other criminal activity 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 on-line at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Another Spouse Assaulted

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges local resident with two criminal charges in relation to an intimate partner violence investigation.

On December 13, 2024, at approximately 9:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to a report of a disturbance at an address in Wellington North Township.

As a result of the investigation, a 41-year-old of Wellington North Township, has been charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

  • Assault – spousal
  • Mischief – destroys or damages property

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph at a later date.

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victims.

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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46 Year Old Charged With Assault

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges a local resident with two criminal charges in relation to an intimate partner violence investigation.

On December 12, 2024, at approximately 6:45 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police were dispatched to a report of a disturbance at an address in Wellington North Township.

As a result of the investigation, a 46-year-old of Wellington North Township, has been charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

  • Assault – Spousal (two counts)

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph at a later date.

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victims.

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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Lisa GRAHAM From Mount Forest Arrested For Theft

(WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) – Wellington County OPP received a report of a stolen vehicle and shortly locate the suspect, placing them into custody and recovering the stolen vehicle.

On November 14, 2024, just before 4:30 a.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on patrol within Mount Forest when a report came in of a recent stolen vehicle.

As a result of the investigation and swift actions by uniformed members, Lisa GRAHAM, 28-year-old from Mount Forest, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with the following:

  • Theft of Motor Vehicle
  • Driving while under suspension

The accused has been held in custody, pending a bail hearing.

The Wellington County 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), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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William NANNINGA – Drunk Driving

(WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) – On November 7, 2024, at approximately 8:15 p.m. an officer from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment initiated a traffic stop on Albert Street, Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, William NANNINGA, 58 years-old of Mount Forest, was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80 plus contrary to the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on November 22, 2024.

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Anthony MCCUTCHEON – Drunk Driving

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – Wellington County OPP received multiple traffic complaints which led to an individual from Brussels, ON being charged three times under the Criminal Code.

On November 4, 2024, just before 7:00 p.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a possible impaired driver on Wellington Road 109, within Wellington North Township.

As a result of the investigation, Anthony MCCUTCHEON, 27-year-old of Brussels, ON, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

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

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 November 22, 2024.

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William A. DERRY Was Arrested

(WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), has charged an individual following a traffic stop.

On October 19, 2024, at approximately 10:45 p.m., a member of Wellington County OPP stopped a vehicle on Tucker Street, Arthur.

While speaking with the driver, the investigating officer observed signs of intoxication and a roadside approved screening device (ASD) test demand was made. The driver refused to provide a breath sample for the ASD test.

As a result of the investigation, William A. DERRY, a 34-year-old from Arthur was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

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 in Guelph on October 29, 2024.

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. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Mount Forest Abuse #WaitInTheTruck

(WELLINGTON NORTH TWP, ON) – The Wellington County OPP has charged a  Mount Forest resident with Assault in relation to an intimate partner violence investigation.

On October 5, 2024, at approximately 2:45 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a report of a disturbance at an address in Mount Forest.

As a result of the investigation, a 44-year-old of Mount Forest, has been charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

  • Assault – Spousal

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

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.