Tag: Area OPP

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – On March 3, 2021 at 3:40 p.m. Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a car at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) check point on Grey Road 170, in the Township of Georgian Bluffs.  

Officers spoke with the driver and he was subsequently arrested for impaired driving by drug. The driver was transported to the Wiarton OPP detachment for further testing.   

As a result of this investigation, Grey Bruce OPP have charged David WARD, 28 years-of-age, from Owen Sound, with refusal to comply with demand, section 320.15(1) Criminal Code of Canada and possession of a Schedule 1 substance – methamphetamine, section 4(1) Controlled Drugs and Substance Act.

The accused’s driver’s licence is suspended for 90 days and the vehicle they were operating was towed and impounded for seven days.

The accused must attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on April 22, 2021.

(GREY HIGHLANDS, ON) – On March 3, 2021 at 12:35 p.m. Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint involving a possible impaired on Argyle Street in the Village of Markdale, in the Municipality of Grey Highlands.  

OPP officers located this vehicle and spoke with the driver, who failed a roadside screening device. The driver was arrested for impaired driving and transported to the Markdale OPP detachment. A breath test recorded readings over twice the legal limit of 80 milligrams (mgs) of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood. 

Grey Bruce OPP have charged Gregory STAHLKE, 45 years-of-age, from Chatsworth, with operation while impaired with blood alcohol concentration 80 mgs or more, section 320.14(1)(b) Criminal Code of Canada.

This driver was also charged with five Provincial Offences Act offences.

The accused’s driver’s licence is suspended for 90 days and the vehicle they were operating was towed and impounded for seven days.

The accused must attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on April 1, 2021.

(NORTH HURON, ON) – A Mitchell resident is facing criminal charges after he was caught in possession of methamphetamine and drug trafficking materials last week in Huron County.

On February 25, 2021 at approximately 1:54 a.m. Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers responded to a residence on London Road to investigate a suspicious person call. The homeowner reported an unknown person had arrived at his doorstep requesting a tow truck be called as his vehicle was stuck in a nearby ditch. 

Officers arrived on scene and located the stuck vehicle and shortly thereafter the suspicious person was also located. While speaking with the suspect the investigating officer noted the suspect had a large machete strapped under his jacket. As such the suspect was placed under detention and searched. The subsequent search revealed the suspect to be in possession of methamphetamine, drug packaging materials, digital scales and two additional knives. 

The street value of the seized methamphetamine is estimated to be approximately $600. A check on the accused also revealed he was currently on court release conditions to not be in possession of weapons.

Tre HARRIS, 25 years of age from Mitchell has been charged with Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine for the Purposes of Trafficking, Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose and Fail to Comply with an Undertaking. He has since been released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for March 22, 2021 at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.     

(BLUEWATER, ON) – A young driver from Huron East is now facing a court appearance in connection with a traffic stop conducted by Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) last weekend.

On February 26, 2021 at approximately 10:00 p.m. a Huron OPP officer was conducting radar patrol in Hensall when a compact vehicle passed by the officer at a high rate of speed. The officer followed after the speeding vehicle and a RADAR device was used to measure the speed of the vehicle. The vehicle was measured to be speeding at a rate of speed of nearly double the 90 km/h speed limit. 

A traffic stop was conducted on Zurich-Hensall Road near Parr Line and the driver was spoken to. While speaking with the driver the investigating officer noted there was some open alcohol in the vehicle and there was suspicion the driver had consumed alcohol. A roadside test was performed and the driver registered a reading above zero, which is a violation for all novice and young drivers.

Jesse KEMERINK, 21 years of age from Huron East was charged with:  Drive Motor Vehicle Perform Stunt – Speeding by 50 km/hr or more, Young Driver – B.A.C. Above Zero, Driving Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor and Driver Fail to Surrender Licence. 

The defendant had his vehicle towed and impounded, his licence suspended and he is now facing a court date on May 4, 2021 to answer to the charges.

(TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On February 27, 2021, at approximately 2:00 a.m., the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision near Church Street West in Elora.

It was reported that a passenger vehicle went down an embankment at the end of a dead-end street and came to a stop on a walking trail.

While speaking with the driver, officers formed the opinion that the driver was under the influence by alcohol. A Roadside Screening test was conducted which resulted in a fail. The driver was arrested and underwent further testing.

John Giovanni BIFOLCHI, 51-years-old of Brampton, has been charged with Operation While Impaired – 80 Plus (mgs of alcohol in 100mL of blood) and Possession of a Controlled Substance-Cocaine.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on March 30, 2021 to answer to the charge.

If you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired, either by drug or alcohol, call police at 911 to report it.

(TOWNSHIP OF GUELPH-ERAMOSA, ON) – On February 26, 2021, at approximately 8:20 p.m. the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Wellington Road 38 at Highway 6 north of Guelph.

It was reported that a black pick-up truck collided with a hydro pole which caused a power outage in the area.

Police spoke with the driver and determined that their ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol. The driver was placed under arrest and transported to a local OPP Operation Centre for further testing.

Brendan Michael HUTCHINGS, 28-years-old of Kitchener, has been charged with Operation While Impaired -Alcohol or Drug and Operation While Impaired – 80 Plus (mgs of alcohol in 100mL of blood), contrary to the Criminal Code.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on March 16, 2021 to answer to the charge.

If you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired, either by drug or alcohol, call police at 911 to report it.

(BRANT COUNTY, ON – On Monday, February 1, 2021 at 11:31 p.m., members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police initiated a traffic stop for a Highway Traffic Act violation on Highway 403. Police received a separate traffic complaint from a member of the public for the same vehicle.

Police have charged Alison Maria CAPONE, 51 years-of-age of London, with:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol or drug contrary to section 320.14(1)(a) of the Criminal Code (CC)

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Brantford Ontario Court of Justice on May 13 to speak to the charges.

The Brant County OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately. The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.

(NORTH PERTH, ON) – Three people were taken to hospital after a collision in the Municipality of North Perth this morning.

On March 02 2021, at approximately 8:00 a.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Perth County Paramedic Services, and the North Perth Fire Department responded to a two vehicle head-on collision on Perth Road 164, between Line 87 and Line 88, just north of Listowel.

The investigation revealed that a northbound vehicle, a passenger van, lost control and entered the southbound lane, striking a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV). The driver of the van was taken to hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries. One passenger of the van and the driver of the SUV received minor injuries. Five other occupants of the van were not injured.

Another vehicle was damaged when it swerved to avoid the collision, and entered the ditch.

As a result, Steve JONES, 42, of Trenton, has been charged with:

• Careless Driving

The accused was issued a Provincial Offences Notice for the charge.

The Perth County OPP is reminding drivers to leave enough space between vehicles to allow for emergency situations. Check weather and road conditions prior to departing, and give yourself extra time to travel when conditions are not ideal.

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – On February 2, 2021, at approximately 11:50 p.m., members from the Leamington Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on general patrol and conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a stop sign offence.

Officers spoke with the driver and passenger and found evidence of an offence under the Cannabis Act. A search of the vehicle discovered several separately packaged items, including cannabis and cannabis derivatives, including edibles and shatter. Officers also seized a scale, packaging material, and a quantity of cash.

As a result of the investigation, Leah MEDCALF, 18 years of age of Leamington has been charged with the following offences:

• Possessing Cannabis for the purpose of selling – Cannabis Act (CA)
• Have care and control of a vehicle with cannabis readily available (CA)
• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – cocaine- contrary to Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)
• and a Highway Traffic Act (HTA) offence

Kenzin RICE, 18 years of age of Leamington, Ontario, has been charged with the following offences:

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – cocaine -contrary to Section 5(2) of the CDSA
• Possessing Cannabis for the Purpose of Selling – (CA)
• Obstruct Peace Officer – Criminal Code of Canada (CC)

Both accused are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Leamington on April 12, 2021.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(MORRIS-TURNBERRY, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges against a resident of Thamesford following a single vehicle collision north of Brussels Sunday night.

At approximately 8:50 p.m. Huron OPP officers responded to a report of a pickup truck that was in the ditch on Brussels Line near C Line Road. Shortly thereafter police arrived on scene and spoke with the uninjured driver. While speaking with the driver the investigating officer had reason to believe the driver had consumed some alcohol so a roadside test was given to the driver and he registered a fail. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and was transported to the Huron OPP Detachment for breath tests. Two samples of breath were analyzed by the Intoxilizer Technician and both samples were found to be above the legal limit. 

Christopher TILSON, 39 years of age from Thamesford has been charged with Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration – 80 Plus, Care and Control of a Motor Vehicle with Liquor Readily Available & Care or Control of a Motor Vehicle with Cannabis Readily Available. The accused has since been released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for April 12, 2021 at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Wingham resident with Impaired Operation following a traffic stop that took place in Wingham last week.

On Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 4:47 p.m. Huron County OPP officers received a complaint of a possible impaired driver in Wingham operating a pickup truck in an erratic manner. A few minutes later a Huron OPP officer spotted the pickup truck travelling southbound on Josephine Street with one of the tires completely blown out.

A traffic stop was conducted and the while speaking with the driver the investigating officer noted the driver was displaying signs of impairment. As a result, the driver was arrested and transported to the Huron OPP Detachment for breath tests. Two samples of breath were analyzed by the Intoxilizer Technician and both samples were found to be above the legal limit.

William DARLING, 64 years of age from Wingham has been charged with Operation While Impaired & Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration 80 Plus. The driver was served with a driver’s licence suspension and his motor vehicle was towed. The accused has since been released from custody with a court appearance scheduled for April 26, 2021 at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

(SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) On February 28, 2021 at 12:26 p.m. Grey Bruce OPP stopped a pick-up truck on Highway 6, near Greig Settlement Road, in South Bruce Peninsula that was travelling over 140 kilometres per hour (km/h) in this posted 80 km/h speed limit.

Grey Bruce OPP have charged Matthew MCCARTHY, 34 years-of-age, from Brantford, ON with stunt driving – 50km/h or more over the posted speed limit, contrary to section 172(1) Highway Traffic Act (HTA).

The accused was issued a provincial summons to attend court, a seven day drivers licence suspension and their vehicle was towed and will be impounded for seven days.

(SAUGEEN FIRST NATION, ON) – On February 27, 2021 at 1:54 a.m. Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Bruce Road 13, near Pashwood Drive, in the Saugeen First Nation.

Offices spoke with the driver, who was currently prohibited and suspended from driving, from previous incidents.                                                                                                               

As a result of this investigation, Grey Bruce OPP have charged Alvin BESITO, 43 years-of-age, from Saugeen First Nation, with the following offences:

• Two counts of operation while prohibited, section 320.18(1)(a) Criminal Code of Canada
• Driving while under suspension, section 53(1) Highway Traffic Act

The accused must attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Walkerton on March 31, 2021.

(MIDDLESEX, ON) – Over the course of the weekend, members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were busy during their part to keep our communities safe. 

(Thames Centre, ON) – On February 28, 2021 at 07:07a.m., Middlesex OPP observed a speeding motor vehicle, travelling in excess of the posted 100 km/h zone, on Highway 401 at Dorchester Road, Thames Center. 

Police have charged a 56-year-old driver of St.Thomas with:

• Stunt Driving – excessive speed as per section 172 of the Highway Traffic Act.

The driver’s vehicle was impounded at the roadside and the individual’s driver’s licence was suspended for a period of 7 days.

The driver is scheduled to appear in an Ontario Provincial Traffic Court to speak to the charges.

(Thames Centre, ON) – On February 28, 2021 at 07:16 p.m., Police performed a traffic stop on Hamilton Road, Thames Center.

Upon further investigation, police determined the driver of the motor vehicle had consumed alcohol. The officer demanded that the driver provide a road-side breath sample where upon the driver registered a “FAIL”.

Andrew RIVERA, a 25-year-old from London has been charged with:

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus), section 320.14(1)(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
•  Drive motor vehicle – no licence, section 32(1) of the Highway Traffic Act.

The accused is scheduled to appear in a London court room on April 1, 2021.

(Thames Centre, ON) – On March 1, 2021 at 12:13 a.m., Police were dispatched to the report of a transport truck in the ditch on Highway 401 off ramp at Dorchester Road, Thames Centre.

A 42-year-old from Caledon has been charged with:

• Disobey sign, section 182(2) of the Highway Traffic Act
• Backing on roadway – divided highway, section 157(1) of the Highway Traffic Act

 The driver is scheduled to appear in an Ontario Provincial Traffic Court to speak to the charges.

(Middlesex Centre, ON) – On February 27, 2021, as a result of a traffic stop for speeding on Carriage Road, Middlesex Centre, Middlesex OPP charged a 14-year-old driver from London with:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs, section 320.14(1)(a) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
• Person under 19 years – possess cannabis, section 10(1) of the Cannabis Control Act
• Have care or control of vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available, section 12(1) of the Cannabis Control Act.
• Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit, section 128 of the Highway Traffic Act.
• Drive motor vehicle – no licence, section 32(1) of the Highway Traffic Act.

The youth has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice on April 19, 2021 to speak to the charges.

 The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority.

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.