Tag: Area OPP

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH, ON) – A driver that failed to lower his high beams caught the attention of a Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer last Friday night. On June 13, 2014 at 10:24 p.m. a Huron OPP patrol officer observed a black Chevrolet Silverado pickup travelling southbound on Lucknow Line and noticed the driver failed to lower his high beams to oncoming traffic. The driver also failed to keep his truck within the marked lane of travel.

A traffic stop was initiated on Lucknow Line south of Dungannon and upon speaking with the driver the odour of alcohol was detected on the driver’s breath. In addition, the driver displayed signs that he was impaired by alcohol.

He was arrested for impaired driving and searched. A small quantity of marihuana and open alcohol was discovered. The driver was transported to the Huron OPP Detachment for breath tests. He provided two samples of his breath to a qualified Intoxilizer Technician; Both tests were over the legal limit.

As a result, Mathew SELKIRK, 31 from Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh has been charged with Impaired Operation, Drive Motor Vehicle – Over 80 Milligrams of Alcohol, Possession of a Schedule II Substance (Marihuana), Drive Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor, Fail to Use Lower Beam – Oncoming Traffic and Drive Motor Vehicle without Proper Rear Light. He has a court appearance scheduled for the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on July 14, 2014. He received an automatic 90 day driver’s licence suspension and his motor vehicle has been impounded for seven days.

(TOWNSHIP OF GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – On Sunday, June 15, 2014 at approximately 3:28 a.m., a concerned citizen contacted the Grey County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) after witnessing a taxi driver of a local cab company consuming alcohol at a house party in the Township of Georgian Bluffs.

Police observed the suspect vehicle, a red 2007 Toyota, travelling eastbound on Grey Rd. 5 in the Township of Georgian Bluffs. The driver, who was carrying two passengers inside the vehicle at the time, was found to have been drinking alcohol and was subsequently given a road side breath test, which he failed. The driver was arrested for impaired driving. The taxi was towed and another taxi attended the scene to transport the passengers to their destination.

The accused was transported to the Chatsworth Detachment for further breath tests which concluded he had more than twice the legal limit of alcohol in his system.

Matthew John KIRK, 29, of Owen Sound, was charged with impaired/over 80 milligrams and is scheduled to appear in court in Owen Sound on Thursday, July 10, 2014.

(WALKERTON, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating three daylight break ins reported on June 11, 2014. Sometime between 10:00 am on June 11, 2014 and 12:00 pm on June 11, 2014, a home in the 400 block of McNab Street in Walkerton was entered. Items in the home were moved, but there are no items reported stolen at this time.

Two break ins were reported on Johnstone Boulevard in Walkerton during the same time frame. At one home, a quantity of jewellery including gold ear rings, gold chains, engagement ring, wedding rings and watches were taken. The value of the stolen property is estimated to be more than $1,000.

At the other Johnstone Boulevard home, jewellery was also reported stolen. A quantity of gold chains was taken that are valued at more than $200.

Residents are encouraged to report suspicious vehicles or suspicious people to police.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or send a web-tip to crimestop-gb.org, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(ST.MARYS, ON) A 13 year old St.Marys male discovered that it takes only seconds for a bike to be stolen.

On Saturday June 14, 2014, the male contacted a Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer to report the theft of his bicycle. He advised that at 1:30 p.m., he had left his bicycle in front of the VIDEO 99 variety store along Queen St. East while he was inside. When walking out the store a few minutes later he discovered that his bike had been stolen.

Description of the bike:

– A white youth BMX framed bike

– Blue handlebars with blue hand grips

– White walled tires

– Rear tire is a “slick”

– Has blue pedals

Anyone having information about this theft is requested to contact the Perth County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), and you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000

Bicycle owners are reminded to lock their bicycles to solid objects when leaving them in public places. Locking sheds and garages where bicycles are stored will also make it less desirable for bicycle thieves. Copy down your bicycle serial number and description, this will assist in identifying and possibly returning the bike to you.

(TOWNSHIP OF PERTH EAST, ON) On Monday June 16, 2014, shortly after 6 p.m., Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers were dispatched to a two vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 8 and Road 125 (West of Stratford).

Investigation revealed that at approximately 6 p.m. a silver Toyota sedan was travelling east bound in the east bound lane on Hwy 8. When the Toyota neared the intersection of Road 125, it crossed over into the west bound lane where a Chevrolet Blazer was travelling west bound. A frontal collision ensued resulting in extensive damage to both vehicles.

The male driver of the Toyota and the female driver of the Chevrolet, both Stratford residents, were transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. The male was later transported to a London hospital.

The OPP Western Region Traffic Collision Investigation Unit attended the scene and is continuing the investigation into this crash.

(MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH PERTH, ON) On Saturday June 14, 2014, shortly before 2:30 p.m., Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers were dispatched to a two vehicle collision at the intersection of Elma St. East and Wellington Ave South in Listowel.

As a result of the investigation, it was determined that a Mazda M31 was travelling West bound on Elma Street East crossing the Wellington Ave South intersection. A North bound Honda Accord on Wellington Ave South entered the intersection and struck the driver’s side of the Mazda. The impact caused the Mazda to veer towards the North West corner of the intersection where it struck a building. The 31 year old female driver of the Honda and her 6 year old female passenger, both Wellington County residents, were transported to local hospital with minimal injuries. The 26 year old female driver of the Mazda, a Municipality of North Perth resident also sustained minimal injuries but did not require hospital treatment.

The driver of the Honda has been charged with “fail to yield to traffic on through highway”.

(MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH PERTH, ON) On Saturday June 14, 2014, Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers were dispatched to a residence on Thathan Place (south of the Fairview Cemetery in Listowel), where the homeowner discovered that a theft had taken place from his garage.

Investigation revealed that sometime between 10 p.m. on Thursday June 12th, and 8 a.m. on Friday June 13th, unknown person(s) entered the unlocked man-door of the residential garage and removed power tools.

Stolen tools:

– Porter Cable, gray/black coloured cordless drill, model 987

– Porter Cable, gray/black coloured cordless flashlight

– Porter Cable, gray/black coloured cordless reciprocating saw, model 837

– Porter Cable, gray/black coloured cordless circular saw, model 845

– Motomaster, black coloured mobile battery pack model 500A

Anyone with information about this theft is requested to contact the Perth County OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or you may contact the North Perth OPP Detachment at (519) 291-1414. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), and you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000

(KINCARDINE, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating two overnight break ins reported on June 14, 2014. Sometime between 5:00 pm on June 13, 2014 and 9:00 am on June 14, 2014 entry was forcibly gained, to the Clothes Hamper in the 700 block of Queen Street in Kincardine, through the main door. A quantity of cash and coin was taken.

A second break in during the same time frame was reported at Baxter’s Row, in the 700 block of Queen Street, where entry was forcibly gained through the back door. Once inside, a quantity of cash and coin was taken.

There is no estimate on the cost of repairs to either business at this time.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police to call 1-888–310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or send a web-tip to crimestop-gb.org, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has re-opened the section of Bluewater Veteran’s Highway south of Port Albert that was earlier closed due to a fatal motor vehicle collision.

Any person with information regarding this collision should immediately contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 524-8314.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers are currently on scene and investigating a single motor vehicle collision that has claimed a life.

This morning, at 5:22 a.m. Huron County OPP received witness information that a crash had occurred and a vehicle was found resting on its’ roof in a field adjacent to Bluewater Veteran’s Highway, south of Port Albert. Within minutes Huron County OPP along with Lucknow Fire Department and Huron County EMS arrived at the collision scene located on Bluewater Veteran’s Highway (Highway 21) between Sheppardton Line and Division Line.

Police are trying to establish the time of the collision however preliminary investigation has determined sometime prior to 3:00 a.m. the driver of a Suzuki Vitari was travelling northbound on Bluewater Veterans Highway when he drove off the east shoulder of the road and proceeded to strike a culvert and hydro pole. The vehicle rolled and ultimately came to rest on its roof.

The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene.

The deceased has been identified as 31 year old William COLLINS from Kincardine.

A post-mortem examination has been scheduled for today at London Health Sciences Center – University Hospital.

Members from the West Region OPP Technical Traffic Collision Investigation (TTCI) team are on scene and continue to investigate.

Bluewater Veterans Highway remains closed between Hawkins Road and Sheppardton Line. Please take alternate routes to avoid delays.

Any person with information regarding this incident should immediately contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 524-8314.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Huron Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is advising that Highway 21(Bluewater Highway) will be closed between Nile Road and Hawkins Road on the authority of the OPP as a result of a motor vehicle collision. Motorists are advised to utilize the emergency detour route and/or to avoid the area.

Further information will be released as it becomes available by Detachment media personnel during regular business hours.

(CENTRAL HURON, ON) – A 49 year old male from Central Huron is facing drug trafficking and possession charges as a result of the culmination of a recent drug investigation.

Just before 10:00 a.m. on June 11, 2014 the West Region Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau – Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU), Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit (PWEU), Community Drug Action Team (CDAT) and members from the Huron County OPP Detachment executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a Huron Road residence located on the east side of Clinton.

As a result of the execution of the search warrant, police seized cannabis marihuana bud, cannabis resin, Oxycontin, Hyrdomorphone and offence related property that consisted of trafficking paraphernalia and cash. Additionally, a prohibited weapon commonly known as a butterfly knife was seized.

The estimated combined street value of the controlled substances is just over $19,000.

Paul EDGAR, age 49 years from Central Huron has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance for the Purposes of Trafficking (Cannabis Marihuana)

Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance (Cannabis Resin)

Possession of a Schedule I Controlled Substance (Hydromorphone)

Possession of a Schedule I Controlled Substance (Oxycodone)

In addition, he has been charged under the Criminal Code with Possession of a Prohibited Weapon.

He has since been released from custody and his next court appearance is scheduled for July 7, 2014 at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on July 7, 2014.

Any person with information regarding this crime should immediately contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 524-8314.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

(ST.MARYS, ON) On Friday June 13, 2014, around 10 a.m. a Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer in a low visibility cruiser was observing the flow of traffic at the intersection of Queen St. East and Church St. South in St.Marys.

The officer observed a fully loaded west bound dump truck on Queen St. East proceed to drive through a red light at the Church St. intersection. The officer pulled over the truck and spoke with the male driver. The officer detected the odour of an alcoholic beverage on the driver’s breath and subsequently administered a roadside breath test on the Township of Perth South resident. This resulted in a 3 day loss of his driving privileges and he has been charged with “red light – fail to stop”.

(MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH PERTH, ON) On Thursday June 12, 2014, the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was informed of a theft of sports equipment from an unlocked residential garage on Blake St. East in Listowel.

Investigation revealed that sometime between 11 p.m. Wednesday June 11th and 4 a.m. Thursday June 12th an unknown person(s) entered the unlocked garage. A $600 set of golf clubs and a baseball bag containing $500 worth of ball gear was taken.

Anyone who may have observed suspicious persons carrying large bags along Blake Street east, near Davidson Ave North, or who has other information about this theft, is requested to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or you can contact the North Perth OPP Detachment at (519) 291-1414. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), and you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000

Residents are urged to lock their vehicles, garages and homes to avoid these crimes of opportunity.

(HURON EAST, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers are investigating the theft of a green 2002 Ford Taurus four-door sedan stolen from Elizabeth Street in Brussels. At approximately 5:00 a.m. on June 12, 2014 the vehicle owner looked out his residence window and spotted his vehicle parked on the street; Less than a half hour later, when he went to leave for his morning commute the vehicle was gone.

The vehicle was left in an insecure condition with the doors unlocked and the ignition key inside the vehicle.

The green Ford Taurus has damage to the passenger side rear corner panel, it has a sunroof and it is equipped with an after-market 9 foot tall CB antenna affixed to the trunk.

The vehicle is valued at $500.

Indeed the dollar value of this vehicle is low, however, please keep in mind stolen vehicles are often used to commit other serious crimes that often place members of the public and police officers in dangerous situations. Always lock your vehicle and remove the ignition key.

Crime prevention is everyone’s business and it begins with you.

Any person with information regarding this incident should immediately contact the Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 524-8314.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.